The first full biography of Alfred Thayer Mahan in nearly fifty years explores how his groundbreaking ideas on sea power reshaped naval strategy and global politics—and why they still matter today. Drawing on rich archival material, David A. Smith brings to life the man whose intellect helped chart the course of modern maritime history.Alfred Thayer Mahan’s theories of sea power transformed the strategic thinking of his time and continue to influence global affairs...

Every parent knows the frustration: you've just told your four-year-old not to touch something, and they immediately touch it. You've asked them to get ready for bed, and twenty minutes later nothing has happened. You've explained why hitting isn't okay, and the next day they hit again.Why Won't You Listen? reveals a truth that changes everything: your child isn't defying you. They're living in a completely different linguistic universe.While you've spent decades building t...

"Imagine trying to inspire people who need help but who are actively resisting change. That is the essence of Heroic Selling." In It's About Time!, David Smith chronicles his thirty-plus-year journey in senior living. He reveals how to turn deep-seated resistance into successful conversions. His field-tested technique, Prospect-Centered Selling®, is based on a theoretical model adapted from the psychology of change. It's a strategy supported by data-driven metrics and a purpose-built CRM p...

You've been handed a small, baffling, beautiful human — and no instructions. That changes now.Knowing WHY Changed Everything is the owner's manual parents have always needed but never had. From the first wordless weeks of infancy through the complex world of the preteen years, this book translates what's actually happening inside your child's developing brain, what they need from you - and what that means for how you connect, communicate, and yes, survive until bedtime...

with the help of our extensive "Canada Travel guide 2024" set out on an incredible trip through the stunning scenery and energetic cities of Canada.Discover the splendor and diversity of the Great white North with this carefully produced itinerary, which will take you from the breathtaking Rocky Mountains to the quaint streets Quebec This guidebook is full of insider information, current recommendations, and thorough itineraries to help you get the most out of your trip to Canada.Our caref...

Embark on a odyssey through the ancient wonders and modern marvels of China with our innovative "China travel guide 2024"Beyond the iconic landmarks and bustling metropolises lies a Land of boundless diversity , where millennia of history converge with cutting-edge innovation to create a tapestry of experiences unlike any other.In this meticulously curated guidebook,we invite you to uncover the hidden gems of China ' from the Serene water towns of Suzhou to the remote villages nestled amon...

Embark on a journey through the enchanting landscapes,rich history,and vibrant culture of France through our comprehensive through guide.From the iconic sights of Paris to the charming villages of Provence,immerse yourself in the beauty and Romance of this captivating country.With insider tips, detailed itineraries,and practical advice,our guide is your passport to an unforgettable adventure in Whether you are a first-time visitor or seasoned traveller,let you discover the magic of La Bell...

A New Force at Sea tells the story of one of the most important officers in the U.S. Navy between the Civil War and World War II. Born in Montpelier, Vermont, George Dewey attended the still relatively new U.S. Naval Academy, graduating in 1858. He served with distinction in the Civil War in the Union Navy, saw a significant amount of action in the Mississippi River and along the Atlantic coast, and was singled out for his leadership and bravery by his superior officers. In the wake of the...

When he was seventeen years old, Audie Murphy falsified his birth records so he could enlist in the Army and help defeat the Nazis. When he was nineteen, he single-handedly turned back the German Army at the Battle of Colmar Pocket by climbing on top of a tank with a machine gun, a moment immortalized in the classic film To Hell and Back, starring Audie himself. In the first biography covering his entire life—including his severe PTSD and his tragic death at age 45—the unusual sto...

For an element so firmly fixed in American culture, the frontier myth is surprisingly flexible. How else to explain its having taken two such different guises in the twentieth century—the progressive, forward-looking politics of Rough Rider president Teddy Roosevelt and the conservative, old-fashioned character and Cold War politics of Ronald Reagan? This is the conundrum at the heart of Cowboy Presidents, which explores the deployment and consequent transformation of the frontier...

PROMENADE. The Medicine Show comes to town and with it, Hurricane, a man who weaves a tale painted in the carnival colors of a generation ago. In this book of poem & song Hurricane takes the reader on a hurdy gurdy trip of disturbing and tender whimsythrough visions of experience which once reflected off the waters of the zany California coast. His mnemonic verse rubs down to a raw, surreal starkness of emotions as our own sentiments follow his through this mystery of Beat & Hip. The journ...

This book brings together some of the most influential new research from the world-systems perspective. The authors survey and analyze new and emerging topics from a wide range of disciplinary perspectives, from political science to archaeology. Each analytical essay is written in accessible language so that the volume serves as a lucid introduction both to the tradition of world-systems thought and the new debates that are sparking further research today.