Plant Systematics, Third Edition, has made substantial contributions to plant systematics courses at the upper-undergraduate and first year graduate level, with the first edition winning The New York Botanical Garden's Henry Allan Gleason Award for outstanding recent publication in plant taxonomy, plant ecology or plant geography. This third edition continues to provide the basis for teaching an introduction to the morphology, evolution and classification of land plants. A foundation of th...

**NATIONAL BESTSELLER*SHORTLISTED FOR THE GEORGE RYGA AWARD**SHORTLISTED FOR THE CITY OF VANCOUVER BOOK AWARD**LONGLISTED FOR THE SCIENCE WRITERS AND COMMUNICATORS OF CANADA AWARD*A personal account of one man’s confrontation with colonization that illuminates the philosophy and values of a First Nation on the front lines of the fight against an extractive industry, colonial government, and threats to the life-giving Salish Sea.**

On-going coaching and development that can be a “game changer” for all employees!All great coaches know how to ask good open-ended questions and how to give effective feedback. They keep a balanced and honest perspective that separates the person from the problem or issue; coaching to leverage their unique strengths and helping them improve weaknesses with a mindset focused on continuous improvement.This ongoing coaching and development can be a “game chang...

If you want to learn how to train your Dog in a Friendly and Loving way in just 4 weeks then keep reading....Do you want your Dog to be happy and extremely well trained? Do you want to use methods that are PROVEN to work? Do you want to use methods that both you and your dog can enjoy?As someone who has been through all the horror stories when training dogs I know how tough it can get. I know what it’s like When you just can’t get them to stop destroying your new furniture or...

Cradled by Darkness is the raw and unflinching memoir of a woman raised with strong morals and a vision for a bright future - yet caught in the undertow of life's hardships. She lived for her family and her dreams, but when those dreams began to slip away, she found herself lost, broken, and using alcohol to cope.Still clinging to the hope of true love, she became entangled in an obsession with a man who couldn't fully lover her, descending her into outer darkness. Nearly losing he...

Step into a journey of transformation and joy with "Blended Family Blueprint: The Ultimate Guide to Overcoming Obstacles as a Blended Family + Easy Strategies to Finding Peace and Happiness." This book is a vibrant roadmap, rich in actionable advice and heartwarming anecdotes, meant to turn challenges into victories for all blended families.Through its inviting and empathetic pages, this guide escorts readers to understand the unique beauty of blended families while unraveling the complexi...

Cunningham was the best-known and most celebrated British admiral of the Second World War. He held one of the two major fleet commands between 1939 and 1942, and in 1942-43, he was Allied naval commander for the great amphibious operations in the Mediterranean. From 1943 to 1946, he was the First Sea Lord and a participant in the wartime conference.

Discover the Secrets Superstar Sales Professionals Use to Reach the Top In "29i - 29 Ingredients For Sales Success." International Sales training expert Michael Simpson takes you through the 29 essential ingredients you need for sales success.He addresses the ingredients you must master in order to become a top notch Sales Professional, while providing guidance and inspiration throughout each chapter. Go beyond sales systems and dig deeper to discover how your psyche is at the cent...

Revised, updated, and expanded: the definitive guide to transformational leadership from a team of expert executive coaches.Over the past six years, Michael K. Simpson’s Unlocking Potential has helped leaders motivate, inspire, and fully engage their teams. This revised edition, written with Maria Sullivan and Kari Saddler, builds on that powerful foundation for a new generation of leaders. The key is not just managing but coaching—developing the ...

The Ultimate Sacrifice races from the life and death decisions of love, to the tension packed fireworks of betrayal, abuse, love, joy, happiness and death. It lays bare the ambitions and fears of lovers and those who want to be loved. As the story surges towards an unpredictable climax, Michael, Marcia and Marlene prove that love has no boundaries. As she held him in her arm, his tears were like blood staining her white wings red, he looked up in her eyes and said, Thank you Marlene you are ...

My writing evolved from journaling during several peripatetic years including a stint as a sailor in the Navy. Most pieces are transcribed from napkins which I found to be widely available when I had momentary urges to record random streams of consciousness. Many of those which seem to be directed at someone specific are in fact merely daydreams with noone particular in mind. The collection here is a fraction of those writings I have saved - and is a preliminary effort to publish many thou...

In the annals of Christian literature, few works have captured the essence of Jesus' life and teachings as vividly as Jesse Lyman Hurlbut's "Life of Christ For Young and Old." This timeless masterpiece, now available in its unabridged form, invites readers of all ages to embark on an extraordinary journey through the footsteps of the Savior. With captivating prose and meticulous research, Hurlbut paints a vibrant tapestry of Jesus' birth, ministry, miracles, and ultimate sacrifice. Through...