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  Dawn at Mineral King Valley -...

  Daniel P. Selmi

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  The story behind the historic Mineral King Valley case, which reveals how the Sierra Club battled Disney’s ski resort development and launched a new environmental era in America. 
    
  In our current age of climate change–induced panic, it’s hard to imagine a time when private groups were not actively enforcing environmental protection laws in the courts. It wasn’t until 1972, however, that a David and Goliath–esque Supreme Court showdown involving the Sierra Club and Disney set a revolutionary legal precedent for the era of environmental activism we live in today. 
    
  Set against the backdrop of the environmental movement that swept the country in the late 1960s and early 1970s, Dawn at Mineral King Valley tells the surprising story of how the US Forest Service, the Disney company, and the Sierra Club each struggled to adapt to the new, rapidly changing political landscape of environmental consciousness in postwar America. Proposed in 1965 and approved by the federal government in 1969, Disney’s vast development plan would have irreversibly altered the practically untouched Mineral King Valley, a magnificently beautiful alpine area in the Sierra Nevada mountains. At first, the plan met with unanimous approval from elected officials, government administrators, and the press—it seemed inevitable that this expanse of wild natural land would be radically changed and turned over to a private corporation. Then the scrappy Sierra Club forcefully pushed back with a lawsuit that ultimately propelled the modern environmental era by allowing interest groups to bring litigation against environmentally destructive projects. 
    
  An expert on environmental law and appellate advocacy, Daniel P. Selmi uses his authoritative narrative voice to recount the complete history of this revolutionary legal battle and the ramifications that continue today, almost 50 years later.

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  Agentic Artificial Intelligence...

  Pascal Bornet, Jochen Wirtz,...

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  A practical, non-technical guide for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and curious minds. 
  "Agents are (…) bringing about the biggest revolution in computing since we went from typing commands to tapping on icons." — Bill Gates 
  "AI agents will become the primary way we interact with computers in the future.” — Satya Nadella 
  "The age of agentic AI is here." — Jensen Huang 
  AI Agents—like Jarvis in Iron Man or Samantha in Her—are revolutionizing business and society. These intelligent systems can execute actions, learn from experience, and automate workflows with minimal supervision. Yet, behind the excitement lies a crucial gap between promise and reality. 
  This book provides a clear, jargon-free roadmap to harnessing agentic AI for real-world impact. Drawing from hands-on implementation across global enterprises and startups, the authors reveal: 
   How to **identify high-value agentic opportunities** and build AI-driven solutions The secrets behind **successful AI transformations**—cutting costs by 25%+ and boosting customer satisfaction by 40% New business models in the **Agent Economy**—from automation to AI-powered startups How to **avoid common AI pitfalls**—from integration challenges to user adoption The **mindset & skills needed** to lead in an AI-powered world  
  AI agents create "compounding intelligence advantages"—the more they’re used, the smarter they become. Those who master AI agents today will define the next business era. Will you lead this transformation or be left behind? This book challenges you to shape AI’s future with purpose and integrity.

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  Living the Technology Revolution...

  Martin K. Ettington

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  This isn't a book filled with dry timelines or technical blueprints of the digital revolution. Instead, it's a firsthand journey—my journey—through one of the most astonishing transformations in human history: the rise of personal computing and the dawn of the digital age. 
  I was born in November 1955, at a time when the word “computer” was barely whispered outside of military labs and universities. My earliest memories include a bulky black-and-white television with rabbit-ear antennas, broadcasting a single channel. That flickering screen was my first encounter with electronic media—a far cry from the high-definition, touch-responsive world we live in now. 
  Over the decades, my path as an engineer and software developer placed me squarely in the midst of this technological upheaval. I didn’t just watch the future arrive—I helped build it, one line of code and one innovation at a time. 
  This book is a personal time capsule—a chronicle of what it was really like to live through the shift from analog to digital, from typewriters to tablets, from rotary phones to the infinite power in our pockets today. If you're a younger reader curious about how we got here, or someone who remembers the glow of vacuum tubes and the clack of punch cards, I invite you to walk with me through the decades. 
  You may be surprised by how far we’ve come—and how much we’ve forgotten along the way. 
  Many of the chapters are identified with the years or periods of time where these changes occurred.

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  What Water Holds

  Tele Aadsen

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  Tele Aadsen met the ocean as a child when her parents traded jobs as veterinarians for a migratory life shared with sea birds, salmon, and fishermen. In the mist of the Tongass rainforest, Tele learned to explore life within endless shades of gray, coming to know firsthand how fine the line between life and death and the precarious balance of sea, land, and sky. She’s spent the four decades since trolling for salmon off Southeast Alaska. 
  In What Water Holds, a series of lyrical essays first shared at Oregon’s FisherPoets Gathering, Tele examines questions of equity, identity, community, the changing climate, and sustainability with loving, detailed attention, revealing the complexities within their many shades of gray. Weaving stories of what lies beneath the surface and the possibilities beyond, What Water Holds speaks to anyone who has fallen under the spell of the sea, struggled to find their own uncharted path, and wrestled with big philosophical questions – in short, anyone seeking to live a full, deeply considered life.  
  “In this beautiful, brave, knowledgeable collection, Aadsen invites us to examine an industry with clear eyes. Her recollections are rich and poignant, and her eye for social critique is unwavering as she lays bare the complexities of fishing life. Gender, death, power, history, relationships, and the natural world all come under her gaze and are shared with ruthless love.”  
  					- Lara Messersmith-Glavin, author of Spirit Things

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  Instagram Playbook - Cracking...

  Chelsea Dunnett

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  Instagram Playbook: Cracking the Code to Instagram Excellence. Learn Proven Tactics for Branding and Growth to Elevate Your Instagram GameUnlock the doors to Instagram mastery and become an influential force in the digital realm with "Instagram Playbook." This audiobook is your definitive guide to navigating the dynamic landscape of Instagram, providing you with proven tactics for branding and growth that will elevate your Instagram game to new heights.In the era of visual storytelling, Instagram has emerged as a powerhouse platform, connecting individuals, businesses, and creators from around the globe. "Instagram Playbook" is your secret weapon, designed to equip you with the knowledge, strategies, and techniques required to stand out in the bustling digital crowd.Dive into a wealth of insights, from crafting a captivating Instagram bio and curating an aesthetic feed to optimizing hashtags, engaging with your audience, and leveraging Instagram's powerful features to your advantage. Discover how to harness the art of storytelling through visuals, captivating captions, and strategic posting schedules that captivate your followers' attention.Whether you're a business seeking to expand your digital presence, an aspiring influencer looking to make your mark, or an individual seeking to share your passions, This will be your ultimate playbook for success, guiding you through every step of your journey to Instagram excellence. Your online legacy starts here.

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  Do You Believe in Fairies? -...

  Ashley Anne Strobridge

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  This is an audio journey through a collection of original Nature photography paired with original poetry & prose. Within you'll find lyrical audio descriptions of photos spanning the landscapes of my home state of Vermont, as well as a curated selection of photos from Virginia. This art is paired with whimsical & impactful poetry in themes of ecology, fantasy, social justice (BIPOC, LBGTQIA+ & Women's Rights, aging & disability), literature, conservation, history, family trauma, healing, & never forgetting pure Fascination with the Wonders of the Universe.This work is intended to create access to the wonders & benefits of Nature to those who may have mobility issues, disabilities (including visual impairment), or who otherwise lack access to the healing power of Nature due to financial hardship; racial, social, or fat-biased exclusion; or other circumstances.Art, Science, Magic, Nature, Truth, Justice, Love, & Creativity: through Astrobridge Artistry, I aim to Communicate the Magic & Wonder of Nature, hoping to make the beauty & healing powers of the natural world accessible & inviting to all. As someone with multiple disabilities & limited mobility myself, I pride myself on taking photos of, & being inspired by, beautiful & whimsical scenes in natural places that are easily accessible. Whether I'm on a dirt road 2 steps from my car door, on an accessible nature trail, or even right on my own balcony in Montpelier, VT in my Magic Garden in the Sky, illustrating that the beauty of Nature can be more accessible than you think, & that you don't need to have the ability to climb a rocky mountain trail to witness the majesty of Nature, is one of my main missions. It is important to me to share my photos & writing with a world with ever diminishing access to the truth & natural surroundings.2 photos are credited to my Mother, Diana Whittington (the Rainbow's Daughter & There & Back Again), & another is in Public Domain; the remainder of the photos were taken by me.

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