Rediscover the harrowing journey of Matthew Bunn in the republication of his 1796 classic, "A Journal of the Adventures of Matthew Bunn." This gripping narrative takes readers on an unforgettable expedition through the American frontier, detailing Bunn's capture, the hardships endured, and his daring escape from captivity.Critics have praised this work for its raw and vivid portrayal of survival against all odds. One reviewer describes it as a compelling read, desp...

Climate change is a key problem of the 21st century. China, as the largest emitter of greenhouse gases, has committed to stabilize its current emissions and dramatically increase the share of electricity production from non-fossil fuels by 2030. However, this is only a first step: in the longer term, China needs to aggressively strive to reach a goal of zero-emissions. Through detailed discussions of electricity pricing, electric vehicle policies, nuclear energy policies, and renewable ene...

"This compendium of research on insider threats is essential reading for all personnel with accountabilities for security; it shows graphically the extent and persistence of the threat that all organizations face and against which they must take preventive measures."— Roger Howsley, Executive Director, World Institute for Nuclear SecurityHigh-security organizations around the world face devastating threats from insiders—trusted employees with access...

Every nuclear weapons program for decades has relied extensively on illicit imports of nuclear-related technologies. This book offers the most detailed public account of how states procure what they need to build nuclear weapons, what is currently being done to stop them, and how global efforts to prevent such trade could be strengthened. While illicit nuclear trade can never be stopped completely, effective steps to block illicit purchases of nuclear technology have sometimes succeeded in...

One of the greatest challenges facing human civilization is the provision of secure, affordable energy without causing catastrophic environmental damage. As the world's largest economy, and as a world leader in energy technologies, the United States is a particularly important case. In the light of increased competition from other countries (particularly China), growing concerns about the local and global environmental impacts of the energy system, an ever-present interest in energy securi...