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  Tracing Florida Journeys -...

  Leslie Kemp Poole

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  How has Florida's land changed across five centuries? What has stayed the same, and what remains only in memory? In Tracing Florida Journeys, Leslie Poole delves into the stories of well-known explorers and travelers who came to the peninsula and wrote about their experiences, looking at their words and the paths they took from the perspective of today. 
   
   
   
  In this book, John Muir and Harriet Beecher Stowe write about their visits to Florida, reflecting their expectations of a place that was touted to be "paradise." John James Audubon finds riches of bird life in the Keys. Zora Neale Hurston travels to turpentine camps and sawmills documenting the stories and music of workers and residents. Jonathan Dickinson and Stephen Crane recount shipwrecks along a sparsely populated coastline. 
   
   
   
  Using journals and articles by these and other authors that date back to the early European exploration of the region, Poole retraces their steps. The land they write about is often hard to imagine in today's Florida, a top destination for tourists filled with almost twenty-two million residents. These stories show the evolving history of the state and the richness of its natural resources. Poole's comparisons also point to the people who have been displaced and the ecosystems that have been dramatically altered by exploration and development.

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  Write the Damn Book Already -...

  Elizabeth Lyons

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  A guide to writing transformative nonfiction or inspirational memoir from a 6x author with nearly two decades' experience in the book writing and publishing space. 
  If you’ve ever thought, “I really want to write a book, but…” this book is for you. 
  Despite what you may have heard, becoming a successful author isn’t about having 67,973 Instagram followers, reaching “bestselling” status for seven seconds, or having Beyoncé take your book on tour with her (as amazing as that would be!). 
  It’s about impacting one person so deeply that they can’t help but recommend your book again and again. It’s also about uncovering more of yourself while you tell your story so that your unique light can’t help but shine more brightly upon the world. 
  This practical, thorough guide to writing and publishing nonfiction and memoir helps you: 
  ★ Go from constantly questioning your writing ability, message, and expertise to confidently owning the valuable insights and perspectives you bring to the world 
  ★ Remove overthinking when it comes to how a book “should” come together and instead gain absolute clarity in the book-writing process your favorite authors follow 
  ★ Understand the six lesser-talked-about steps you really need to consider when writing a truly impactful book 
  ★ Get completely clear on your book’s core message, your magnetic hook, and how to speak directly to your target readers with understanding, compassion, and a roadmap that clearly lays out their next steps 
  You don’t need more experience, motivation, or hours in the day to write a book you’re immensely proud of. Once you know what to focus on and how to navigate the avalanche of “But what if…?” that arises along the way, you’ll finally be able to get the damn book written so it can take its rightful place as someone else’s favorite read.

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  The Decline and Fall of the...

  Henry Gee

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  "Henry Gee presents a pithy, fascinating account of the stages of biological evolution. ... a meditative and friendly listening experience. —AudioFile on A (Very) Short History of Life on EarthWritten and read by the award-winning author of A (Very) Short History of Life on Earth: a history of humanity on the brink of decline.A Next Big Idea Club Must-Read SelectionWe are living through a period that is unique in human history. For the first time in more than ten thousand years, the rate of human population growth is slowing down. In the middle of this century population growth will stop, and the number of people on Earth will start to decline—fast. In this provocative book, award-winning science writer Henry Gee offers a concise, brilliantly-told history of our species—and argues that we are on a rapid, one-way trip to extinction. The Decline and Fall of the Human Empire narrates the dramatic rise of humanity, how a scattered range of small groups across several continents eventually inbred, interacted, fought, established stable communities and food supplies, and began the process of dominating the planet. The human story is relatively brief—the oldest fossils of H. Sapiens date to approximately 300,000 years ago—yet the spread of our species has been unstoppable…until recently. As Gee demonstrates, our population has peaked, and is declining; our environment is becoming inimical to human life in many locations; our core resources of water, arable land, and air are diminishing; and new diseases, simmering conflicts, and ambiguous technologies threaten our collective health. Can we still change our course? Or is our own extinction inevitable?There could be a way out, but the launch window is narrow.Unless Homo sapiens establishes successful colonies in space within the next two centuries, our species is likely to stay earthbound and will have vanished entirely within another ten thousand years, bringing the seven-million-year story of the human lineage to an end.With assured narration, dramatic stories, and his signature sprightly humor, Henry Gee envisions new opportunities for the future of humanity—a future that will reward facing challenges with ingenuity, foresight, and cooperation.A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

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  Heart of the Anarchist

  Jaron Dagan

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  A series of essays, laid out to detail the ethos of postmodern anarchism. 
  Jaron Dagan assembles a unique and unusual array of historical stories, philosophical ideas, and geopolitical catalogues, with the aim of explaining the utility of anarchism in the modern world.

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  How to Deal with Negative...

  Ryan Carter

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  The book "How to Deal with Negative People: Transforming Negativity into Positivity: Practical Techniques for Managing Difficult Personalities" is an indispensable resource for anyone who comes into contact with negative people in their personal or professional lives. This book gives readers a toolbox full of practical, tried-and-true strategies that are designed to effectively manage difficult personalities and transform challenging interactions into opportunities for personal development and comprehension. This book provides actionable techniques that will assist you in responding with patience, empathy, and emotional intelligence when dealing with a person who is constantly complaining, whether it be a colleague who is pessimistic, a family member who is critical, or yourself. 
  This book takes a deep dive into understanding the psychology behind negative behaviors, providing an in-depth examination of the underlying causes and motivations that frequently generate toxic interactions. The reader is provided with tools such as setting boundaries, reframing negative thoughts, and using effective communication to defuse tension as a result of this insight. Through the use of these strategies, you will not only be able to better manage challenging individuals, but you will also cultivate a positive mindset that will enhance your emotional resilience and overall well-being. 
  This book gives you the ability to take control of your emotional landscape and respond to challenging personalities without feeling overwhelmed by them. It does this by teaching you how to approach negativity with clarity and confidence. It places an emphasis on the significance of preserving tranquility within oneself while simultaneously promoting relationships that are healthier and more productive. 

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  How to Analyze People with Dark...

  Jacob Anderson

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  Are you tired of people? You are thinking so hard why do they think and act so irrationally? 
  The truth is… you getting stressed because people do not behave according to your expectations. 
  In this book, you will learn excellent strategies to help you understand every person individually. You will realize why and how individuals behave randomly and the things that encourage them to do so. 
  You will learn detailed and comprehensive methods that will lead you to read a person like a professional. Apart from that, you'll become a better leader as you understand how to affect and influence others properly. 
  You will also be guided through strategies of defending and detecting yourself against mind control and manipulators, having gained the capability to read others' minds. 
  You will learn: 
  •   How to read people in a few seconds 
  •   Myers-Briggs 16 Personality Test 
  •   How to detect Romantic Interest in a moment 
  •   Male and Female Dating Signs 
  •   7 Ideologies behind successfully Influencing PeopleListen to this awesome audiobook!

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