This volume is dedicated to the field identification of pigeons and doves, and it incorporates much recent information on the family.Pigeons and doves are a large family of birds occurring throughout the world. Many species are specialist frugivores, while others feed on seeds. Most are arboral and the tropical species in particular are often brightly coloured.The family includes gregarious migratory species, as well as shy, ground-dwelling forms such as th...

Inequality in the United States has reached staggering proportions, with a massive share of wealth held by the very richest. How was such a dramatic shift in favor of a narrow elite possible in a democratic society? David N. Gibbs explores the forces that shaped the turn toward free market economics and wealth concentration and finds their roots in the 1970s. He argues that the political transformations of this period resulted from a “revolt of the rich,” whose defense of their class inter...

This book focuses upon the potential to integrate economic and environmental policies at the local and regional scale. Local initiatives are investigated within their wider economic and environmental policy contexts in order to illustrate both the constraints and opportunities for local policy makers. Attention is given to global economic trends, as well as to the specific policy contexts of the European Union and the national contexts of the UK, USA, Australia, Japan and Sweden. The key p...

The story of the untimely death of Terri Schiavo, why it should not have happened, and its meaning for life in the legal and political arenas.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Florida.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from losing yourself in the ride experience at Universal Orlando Resort, to spotting gators and Florida panthers at the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, and plunging into the crystal-clear shallow waters at Blue Heron Bridge.Build a trip to remember

What if everything you were taught about reality was wrong?Emergency physician David Michael Gibbs was a die-hard materialist — until a single remote-viewing experiment shattered his worldview.In The Death of Materialism, Gibbs maps four anomalies materialism can't explain: quantum observer effects, the hard problem of consciousness, replicable psi, and intention's power over biology.From NDEs during flat EEGs to quantum coherence in plants, the data point ...

He was a perfect man living a perfect life...which made him a perfect killer.Canadian Air Force Colonel Russell Williams commanded the largest Canadian Forces base in the country. He had personally piloted prime ministers, dignitaries, and members of the British royal family, and was one of the most respected and trusted soldiers in the military.He was also a rapist and a murderer.This is the disturbing true account of how one of Canada's highest- r...

The purpose of this book is to provide the reader with a comprehensive overview of the key aspects and component parts to consider regarding effective business operations, governance and the protection of company and client assets. It is hoped that every level of reader within the business community from CEO to first level management, college /university students and members of the public, will use this book as a source of reference and that they will find the advice and guidelines informa...

Christmastime in America. The image evokes the warm glow of candle-lit windows, snow-laden trees, stockings and candy canes, twinkling lights, and soft angelic music. But if Christmas is truly "the most wonderful time of the year," then why does a manger scene at city hall stir up such tremendous conflict? And why does a third grader's wish to give out red and green pencils with a Christian message create such a firestorm between parents and public school administrators?

Written for health practitioners and students new to medical ultrasound, this book provides all the basic physics and technological knowledge they need in order to practise ultrasound effectively, including safety aspects of ultrasound, quality assurance and the latest techniques and developments. - Multiple choice questions for self-assessment and as a revision aid - Chapter on terminology with explanatory paragraphs of words and phrases used in diagnostic ultrasound - Troubleshooting gui...

The president of Joe Gibbs Racing―the winningest team in NASCAR history―shares the secrets of succeeding in business and in life.In NASCAR, as in life, the difference between winning and losing often comes down to being in the right place at the right time and making the most of every opportunity.Nobody understands that better than Dave Alpern. Dave started his career as an unpaid intern selling T-shirts for the newly formed Joe Gibbs Racing team. Nearly thr...

Lonely Planet's New England is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at the beauty of the 5000-mile coastline, explore the region's rich history in Boston and sample the best local cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's New England Travel Guide:...