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  State of Disaster - The Failure...

  Maria Cristina Garcia

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  Natural disasters and the dire effects of climate change cause massive population displacements and lead to some of the most intractable political and humanitarian challenges seen today. Yet, as Maria Cristina Garcia observes in this critical history of U.S. policy on migration in the Global South, there is actually no such thing as a "climate refugee" under current U.S. law. Most initiatives intended to assist those who must migrate are flawed and ineffective from inception because they are derived from outmoded policies. In a world of climate change, U.S. refugee policy simply does not work. 
   
   
   
  Garcia focuses on Central America and the Caribbean, where natural disasters have repeatedly worsened poverty, inequality, and domestic and international political tensions. She explains that the creation of better U.S. policy for those escaping disasters is severely limited by the 1980 Refugee Act, which continues to be applied almost exclusively for reasons of persecution directly related to politics, race, religion, and identity. Garcia contends that the United States must transform its outdated migration policies to address today's realities. Climate change and natural disasters are here to stay, and much of the human devastation left in their wake is essentially a policy choice.

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  Make Money with Podcasting -...

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  Dreaming of a podcast that not only shares your passion but also pads your wallet? "Make Money with Podcasting" is your roadmap to success. From crafting compelling content to mastering monetization strategies, this book gives you the tools to launch, grow, and profit from your podcast. Plus, join our exclusive community for support and inspiration

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  Exploring the Britannic - The...

  Simon Mills

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  A revelatory and wide-ranging exploration of HMS Britannic—her life at sea and on the seabed—by the owner of her wreck. 
   
   
   
  Launched in 1914, two years after the ill-fated voyage of her sister ship, RMS Titanic, the Britannic was intended to be superior to her tragic twin in every way. But war intervened and in 1915 she was requisitioned as a hospital ship. Just one year later, while on her way to collect troops wounded in the Balkans campaign, she fell victim to a mine laid by a German U-boat and tragically sank in the middle of the Aegean Sea. 
   
   
   
  There her wreck lay, at a depth of 400 feet, until it was discovered fifty-nine years later by legendary explorer Jacques Cousteau. In 1996 the wreck was bought by the author of this book, Simon Mills. 
   
   
   
  Exploring the Britannic tells the complete story of this enigmatic ship: her construction, launch and life, her fateful last voyage, and the historical findings resulting from the exploration of the well-preserved wreck over a period of forty years. This book finally details how the mysteries surrounding the 100-year-old enigma were laid to rest, and what the future might also hold for her.

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  Unraveled - A Climber's Journey...

  Kate Brown

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  As a teenager in the 1990s, Katie Brown was one of climbing's first "comp kids"—a young natural who, along with her peers, redefined the image of a strong and successful climber. After climbing for less than two years, Brown won her first junior national title. The next year she became the Junior World Champion at age fourteen in Laval, France. In 1996 she won both the Rock Master—a prestigious international contest in Arco, Italy—and the esteemed X-Games. From 1996 on, Brown won every US Adult National that she entered, as well as a World Cup Title in France in 1999. 
   
   
   
  Yet even as she reigned on the podium, Brown felt her life begin to unravel. A quiet child, she struggled with a home life that was very different behind closed doors than it seemed on television. A fundamentalist version of Christianity was at the center of the household, and Brown fought to live according to rules that were strict, ever-changing, and irrational. Isolated and feeling hopeless, Brown latched onto food as something she could control. She quit competitive climbing and bounced in and out of the industry, eventually disappearing in her late twenties. 
   
   
   
  Now, more than two decades later, Brown is ready to share her story. Unraveled answers the question thousands of fans worldwide have wondered: "What ever happened to Katie Brown?"

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  Hypnosis Psychosis and the...

  Peter Naish

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  Have you ever wondered how your brain works, how it makes sense of what you hear and see? Many people do, but then shrug their shoulders and simply get on with using their brain. That's sad; they are missing such a lot! This book is full of fascinating facts and details about the senses, and also covers what happens when things 'go wrong', such as when someone hypnotised sees their friend in two places at once. It also covers more distressing errors, like the PTSD victim who vividly re-experiences their trauma, seeing, hearing and even smelling all the terrifying details again. However, through all these anecdotes and explanations, the book moves inexorably towards the most tantalising question of all: How do we know that we are seeing and hearing things? In these days of 'Alexa' we are familiar with machines that respond to speech, but they don't know that they are. They are merely a particularly sophisticated light switch! So, what do we have that Alexa doesn't? This book takes you on a truly fascinating journey of exploration, in search of the exotic entity that is consciousness.

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  Exploring Altcoins and the Next...

  Ariana Reyes

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  Are you fascinated by the ever-changing cryptocurrency landscape? Do you look into investing options other than the standard Bitcoin? For those who want to explore this fascinating world of digital assets, "Exploring Altcoins and the Next Crypto Wave: Altcoins - Investing in the Future of Cryptocurrencies" is the ultimate guide. 
  Explore the world of altcoins, which are alternative cryptocurrencies that have become quite popular after the success of Bitcoin. Learn about their many features, creative applications, and revolutionary effects on the financial scene. This book gives you the expertise to find the hidden jewels among cryptocurrencies, regardless of your level of experience as an investor or your level of curiosity. 
  Give yourself the resources you need to make wise financial choices. Explore the nuances of investing in altcoins, from recognizing market patterns and risk mitigation techniques to appreciating the subtleties of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and decentralized finance (DeFi). As you learn more, you'll develop the desire to actively and confidently engage in this vibrant industry that is constantly changing. 
  With the help of this book, you can act. Discover the trade secrets of profitable altcoin investors, get insight into avoiding psychological traps, master exchange navigation, and maximize the possibilities of yield farming and staking. With clear instructions and valuable suggestions, you'll be equipped to explore the altcoin market and be aware of both the advantages and disadvantages. 
  Set out on the adventure now to discover how altcoins can influence your future investing decisions and financial goal

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