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  The 1959 Yellowstone Earthquake

  Larry E. Morris, Lee Whittlesey

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  At 11:37 p.m. on August 17, 1959, a magnitude 7.5 earthquake rocked Montana's Yellowstone country. 
  In an instant, an entire mountainside fractured and thundered down onto the sites of unsuspecting campers. The mammoth avalanche generated hurricane-force winds ahead of it that ripped clothing from backs and heaved tidal waves in both directions of the Madison River Canyon. More than two hundred vacationers trapped in the canyon feared the dam upstream would burst. As debris and flooding overwhelmed the river, injured victims frantically searched the darkness for friends and family. 
  Acclaimed historian Larry Morris tells the gripping minute-by-minute saga of the survivors who endured the interminable night, the first responders who risked their lives, and the families who waited days and weeks for word of their missing loved ones.

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  Handprints on Hubble - An...

  Kathryn D. Sullivan

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  The first American woman to walk in space recounts her experience as part of the team that launched, rescued, repaired, and maintained the Hubble Space Telescope. 
    
  The Hubble Space Telescope has revolutionized our understanding of the universe. It has, among many other achievements, revealed thousands of galaxies in what seemed to be empty patches of sky; transformed our knowledge of black holes; found dwarf planets with moons orbiting other stars; and measured precisely how fast the universe is expanding. In Handprints on Hubble, retired astronaut Kathryn Sullivan describes her work on the NASA team that made all of this possible. Sullivan, the first American woman to walk in space, recounts how she and other astronauts, engineers, and scientists launched, rescued, repaired, and maintained Hubble, the most productive observatory ever built. 
    
  Along the way, Sullivan chronicles her early life as a “Sputnik Baby,” her path to NASA through oceanography, and her initiation into the space program as one of “thirty-five new guys.” (She was also one of the first six women to join NASA's storied astronaut corps.) She describes in vivid detail what liftoff feels like inside a spacecraft (it's like “being in an earthquake and a fighter jet at the same time”), shows us the view from a spacewalk, and recounts the temporary grounding of the shuttle program after the Challenger disaster. 
    
  Sullivan explains that “maintainability” was designed into Hubble, and she describes the work of inventing the tools and processes that made on-orbit maintenance possible. Because in-flight repair and upgrade was part of the plan, NASA was able to fix a serious defect in Hubble's mirrors—leaving literal and metaphorical “handprints on Hubble.” 
    
  "Dr. Sullivan starts out headed for the bottom of the sea. Soon, she flies us 200 miles above the sky, using her head, heart, and hands to solve problem after problem—and help us take in views that are out of this world. She does it all with her veneer of astronaut cool, of course. What an adventure—no wonder she loves it."—Bill Nye, CEO, The Planetary Society

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  Voices for the Vanishing:...

  MARGOT RAGGETT

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  Voices for the Vanishing: Remembering Wildlife 
  Narrated by Margot Raggett MBE 
  Over the past decade, Remembering Wildlife has become one of the most influential conservation publishing projects of its kind — raising over £1.2 million for frontline conservation and bringing together the world’s leading wildlife photographers, scientists, and conservationists. 
  Voices for the Vanishing brings together the written heart of the Remembering Wildlife series for the first time in audio form. 
  Across ten books — from elephants and rhinos to lions, cheetahs, bears, and pangolins — this audiobook weaves together powerful essays, firsthand field stories, and vital conservation insights from those working closest to some of the world’s most threatened species. 
  Narrated by Remembering Wildlife founder Margot Raggett MBE, with a special introduction by wildlife presenter Gordon Buchanan, these chapters explore not only the beauty of the natural world, but the complex realities of protecting it — from human-wildlife conflict and habitat loss to hope, resilience, and the people fighting for change. 
  Originally written to accompany iconic photographic collections, these essays stand alone as compelling listening for anyone who loves wildlife, Africa, wild places, and the future of our planet. 
  This is not a single story, but a tapestry — ten years of conservation voices brought together to be heard. 
  All profits from Remembering Wildlife support conservation projects working to protect endangered species around the world.

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  The Mirror - Black Edition...

  SFC RET WILLIAM A. STEPHENS JR.

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  This Audiobook collection therapeutic poetry ( Book 1 of 3 ) of his REFLECTION SERIES that marked the beginning of Stephens’ literary journey. As soon as you hear, the narrator‘s voice, an army veteran himself, his highs and his lows don’t just read words they tell the story the way it should be told . A raw reflection and survival, The Mirror: Black Edition confronts trauma, PTSD, and resilience through verse. Each poem acts as a mirror, inviting readers to confront their own scars while discovering the strength to endure. If this Audiobook can help one person in the dark or in silence, then it was worth every cent I spend creating this vision.  Thank you for taking the time to sample or purchase.  
  Thank you 
  Stevo

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  Radio Frequency Identification -...

  Owen Jones

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  RFID technology has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing industries ranging from retail and logistics to healthcare and manufacturing. Its ability to track and identify objects wirelessly has paved the way for enhanced efficiency, improved operational visibility, and streamlined processes. However, with these advancements come important considerations regarding privacy, security, and best practices for implementation. 
  In this manual, we aim to provide readers with a clear understanding of RFID technology, its capabilities, and its implications in both business and consumer sectors. From exploring the basics of RFID chips and tags to discussing advanced applications such as asset management and supply chain optimization, we cover a wide range of topics to equip readers with the knowledge needed to navigate the RFID landscape effectively. 
  Additionally, we address key privacy and security concerns associated with RFID technology, offering insights into best practices for safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. By implementing robust privacy measures and security protocols, businesses and consumers can harness the benefits of RFID technology while protecting individual privacy rights and maintaining trust in the digital age. 
  Whether you`re new to RFID or seeking to deepen your understanding of its practical applications and implications, this manual serves as a comprehensive resource for navigating the world of Radio Frequency Identification. Join us as we explore the potential of RFID technology and discover how it is shaping the future of business and innovation. 
  I hope that you will find the information helpful, useful and profitable.

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  Dinner with an Astronaut -...

  Leroy Chiao

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  *Read by celebrated astronaut Leroy Chiao!*The inspiring journey of Leroy Chiao, one of the first Asian American astronauts in history, illuminating his remarkable path into space and the fascinating history of rocketry and space travel from its very beginnings Imagine if you could sit down and enjoy a meal with an astronaut. What questions would you ask? What could you learn after a few courses? Leroy Chiao invites you as his guest for Dinner with an Astronaut, an insightful and witty deep dive into the world’s most unexplored realm: the cosmos.At just 30 years old, Leroy was selected by NASA as one of twenty-three members of the thirteenth astronaut group. As the first full Chinese heritage professional astronaut, he flew four space missionsthe Space Shuttle, Soyuz, ISS, and on spacewalks in both US and Russian spacesuits, and served as the commander of the International Space Station. Using his unique perspective from flying with fellow American, Japanese and Russian professionals, Leroy now answers your burning universe-spanning questions, such as:What is the new space race, and who are the next generation of competitors?What is NASA working on these days?What feelings did you experience looking out at Earth from space?What does the future of space exploration look like?Will we ever make it to Mars? Sharing the wonders of space with those of us on Earth, Leroy details his astronaut training and otherworldly spaceflights. Gorgeously luminary and deeply profound, Dinner with an Astronaut invites readers to join Leroy Chiao and take a seat at the table, for fans of Scott Kelly, Chris Hadfield, Neil DeGrasse Tyson, and for anyone who's been obsessed with the Artemis II moon mission.

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