Alcohol is everywhere—in our everyday lives, in public debates and, increasingly, at the centre of public health policy.This book critically examines alcohol as a contemporary research and policy object. It argues that drinking is governed through heavily freighted concepts such as risk, wellbeing, gender and race. The authors interrogate dominant disciplinary sobriety and moderation frameworks, highlighting the overlooked aspects of sociability, pleasure and self-transformation.

Ghostly Whispers is a haunting, high-concept horror thriller that explores what happens when sound itself turns sinister.Evan Granger is a loner—a small-town electronics repairman who spends his nights fixing dead radios and avoiding the static of his own past. But when a girl's whisper cuts through the static of an old Zenith receiver, pleading for help, Evan is pulled into a terrifying mystery decades in the making.Across town, people are disappearing. De...

In the shadow of revolution and the silence of exile, one man carries the memory of a fallen empire.The Last Romanov is a sweeping historical novel that imagines a single Romanov survivor—a boy hidden in the ashes of history—who emerges decades later to challenge the world’s forgetting. From the bloodstained halls of Yekaterinburg to the quiet chapels of Switzerland, Mikhail Nikolaevich Romanov walks the perilous line between truth and myth, hunted by those who erased him a...

David Moore has compiled a concise yet thorough approach to a healthy lifestyle in Perfect Balance. Too often, my physician colleagues rely on the latest medication to replace what can and should be accomplished by healthy habits. I encourage you to evaluate the recommendations made in Perfect Balance and see if applying them to your life will bring better balance. Each of us has at least one area in which we can make substantial improvements and see a near immediate benefit.Willia...

David Moore draws on thirty years of teaching to bring fresh and practical insights into how the Alexander Technique can contribute to a safer and more effective yoga practice. With a wealth of illustrations that support the clear, precise explanations, this book offers comprehensive advice in modifying a yoga practice to take into account the huge variability in individual ranges of movement. Moore includes techniques to accommodate limitations imposed by injuries, structure, body type, s...

The mysterious world of fungi is once again unearthed in this expansive second edition. This textbook provides readers with an all-embracing view of the kingdom fungi, ranging in scope from ecology and evolution, diversity and taxonomy, cell biology and biochemistry, to genetics and genomics, biotechnology and bioinformatics. Adopting a unique systems biology approach - and using explanatory figures and colour illustrations - the authors emphasise the diverse interactions between fungi and...

To the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion—Your courage, resilience, and unwavering dedication carried hope across continents and through the darkest days of war.You defied barriers, shattered expectations, and left a legacy that inspires generations.This is for you and all who walk in your footsteps, proving that quiet acts of service can change the world.We honor you. We remember you. We thank you.

Hardwood Edge is the ultimate playbook for serious NBA DFS players who want to win consistently—not just get lucky. Whether you're grinding single-entry contests, firing 150 max lineups, or navigating late-swap chaos, this book teaches you how to build smarter lineups, track the shifting DFS meta, and think like a professional.From understanding player roles, usage rate, and pace, to leveraging Vegas lines, late-breaking news, and contest selection, every chapter is design...

Stories That Speak Twice: Twenty Bilingual Tales for Learning Spanish is a heartwarming collection of short stories presented side-by-side in English and Spanish. Designed for learners of all levels, this book offers more than language practice—it offers connection.Through tales of kindness, courage, second chances, and quiet hope, readers build vocabulary and fluency naturally while being immersed in meaningful storytelling. From a boy who starts a library in the mountain...

How to Make Money with AI is your practical guide to turning artificial intelligence from a buzzword into a bankable business strategy. Whether you're a solo entrepreneur, content creator, small business owner, or tech-savvy dreamer, this book walks you step-by-step through today's most profitable AI opportunities.Discover real-world strategies for building AI-powered products, offering automation services, leveraging ChatGPT, creating AI-driven content, launching online b...

Independent Wales was defined in the centuries after the Romans withdrew from Britain in AD 410. The wars of Welsh independence encompassed centuries of raids, expeditions, battles and sieges, but they were more than a series of military encounters: they were a political process.

Gridiron Edge: Mastering NFL Daily Fantasy Football is the ultimate playbook for dominating NFL DFS—week in and week out.Whether you're a weekend warrior or a high-volume grinder, this comprehensive guide gives you the tools, strategies, and mindset needed to turn smart lineups into real profits. From understanding contest selection and bankroll management to exploiting game theory, advanced analytics, and leverage plays, this book goes far beyond beginner advice.