How three New Hampshire women triumphed over an oil billionaire: "A very timely reminder that when we fight we often win."—Bill McKibbenNever underestimate the underdog.In 1973, Greek oil shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis—husband of President John F. Kennedy's widow, Jacqueline, and arguably the richest man in the world—proposed to build an oil refinery on the narrow New Hampshire coast, in the town of Durham. At the time, it would have cos...

Never underestimate the underdog.In the fall of 1973, the Greek oil shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis, husband of President John F. Kennedy's widow, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and arguably the richest man in the world, proposed to build an oil refinery on the narrow New Hampshire coast, in the town of Durham. At the time, it would have cost $600 million to build and was expected to generate 400,000 barrels of oil per day, making it the largest oil refinery in the...

This book presents an evidence-based framework for understanding the literacy needs of adolescents. The premise is that educators and other critical stakeholders need to understand evidence-based principles in order to develop effective curriculum to meet the needs of diverse learners. Recommendations are provided for middle and secondary education, professional development, teacher education research and policy.At the center of the book are Eight Guiding Principles develo...

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...

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...

Prompt Power: The Art and Science of Getting What You Want from AI is your practical guide to unlocking the full potential of artificial intelligence through the simple but powerful skill of prompting. Whether you're a writer, entrepreneur, student, or professional, this book shows you how to ask better questions, give clearer instructions, and receive more accurate, useful, and creative results from AI tools like ChatGPT. Packed with real-world examples, templates, and strategies...

Are you busy all day but never feel truly productive? It's time to stop reacting and start focusing.In a world addicted to noise, Atomic Focus offers a radical solution: reclaim your time, sharpen your attention, and rebuild your mind for deep, meaningful work.Author David Moore delivers a no-fluff, practical guide to mastering your attention in the age of constant distraction. Drawing from neuroscience, behavioral psychology, and ...

Heavy wind swept across the clearing, howling through the surrounding maples and pounding the tiny cabin with sheets of rain as the worn and bent farmer trudged across the newly sown lawn, making for the warmth of the candle-lit windows.Did you get a mental picture as you read the above sentence? Did you see the cabin? Did you see the rain blowing across the clearing and beating on the tiny structure?If you answered yes, consider yourself extremely lucky. You have retained ...

This anthology of black writers traces the evolution of African-American perspectives throughout American history, from the early years of slavery to the end of the twentieth century. The essays, manifestos, interviews, and documents assembled here, contextualized with critical commentaries from Marable and Mullings, introduce the reader to the character and important controversies of each period of black history. The selections represent a broad spectrum of ideology. Conservative, radical...

How to Win at MMA DFS is the first complete guide to daily fantasy sports for mixed martial arts. From understanding scoring systems and fighter styles to mastering ownership, bankroll management, and game theory, this book takes you inside the mind of a sharp DFS grinder. Whether you're a beginner building your first lineup or an experienced player looking for a long-term edge, you'll learn how to survive variance, exploit market inefficiencies, and turn chaos into profit. This i...

How to Write a Compelling Comic Script is the ultimate step-by-step guide for aspiring comic writers ready to bring their stories to life.From your first idea to your final page, this comprehensive 40-chapter guide covers everything you need to know to craft engaging, professional comic scripts. You'll learn how to structure a script, build compelling characters, write sharp dialogue, pace your panels, work with artists, and even publish and promote your finished work....

Was it worth it? Why did they volunteer in the first place? What did they experience on the battlefield? Which comrades did they have to leave behind, in the midst of blood and mud? How did they survive? What are they most proud of? How do they view those harrowing experiences as time has gone by? Was the conviction worth the sacrifice? Learn the real truth from the veterans of the Brothers' War. This anthology is dedicated to the heroes of the Civil War, to every soldier who had to endure...