Originally published in 1981, Living Shores was for many years the standard reference for marine science students but was also embraced by a popular market for its fascinating insights into marine and coastal habitats and the life they support. After a long absence, this classic has been revived and thoroughly reworked to incorporate the many dramatic changes that our oceans and coasts have undergone over the past few decades. This book is the fi rst of a two volume set, and examines the d...

This popular and authoritative guide has been fully revised, updated and expanded to encompass more than 2,200 species found in and around southern Africa’s oceans. It includes an additional 125 species, 190 new photographs, revised distribution maps, and 260 updated species names to reflect the new taxonomy. Key features include: Concise and easy-to-use species descriptions; spectacular full-colour photographs; accurate and up-to-date distribution maps. This new edition of Two Oceans is a...

Bordered by the Federal capital but separated from Virginia and the Confederacy only by the Potomac River, the citizens of Prince George's County found themselves on the front lines of the Civil War. As Maryland's largest slave-owning county, some--including members of the Bowie and Surratt families--joined the Confederacy. Many remained loyal to the Union, losing sons and property for the cause. Three forts in the county were dedicated to the capital's defense: Fort Foote, Fort Washington...

The purpose of this book is to provide a comprehensive discussion of the available results for discrete time branching processes with random control functions. The independence of individuals’ reproduction is a fundamental assumption in the classical branching processes. Alternatively, the controlled branching processes (CBPs) allow the number of reproductive individuals in one generation to decrease or increase depending on the size of the previous generation.Generating a wide ran...

In A Whisper in the Branches, an archaeological team ventures into the Iraqi desert to uncover the secrets hidden beneath an ancient mound crowned by a twisted olive tree. As they delve deeper, they unravel cryptic murals, ancient relics, and chilling whispers of a forgotten civilization. Set against the backdrop of the 1920s, the story intertwines historical intrigue, supernatural suspense, and personal conflicts. With danger lurking at every turn, the team must confront both the mysterie...

The Art of Policymaking is the only book designed to provide students and practitioners with a detailed explanation of the specific tools, techniques, and processes used to create policy in the U.S., as well as the tools they need to understand them. The book includes practical advice on how to write memos, prepare polling questions, and navigate the clearance process. Case studies show how actual policies were developed and how and why policies and processes diff...

The main themes of this second book in The Age of Nixon Series are that President Nixon well understood the importance of the Supreme Court and that his efforts to change the Court's policy preferences were more successful than has been generally realized. More specifically, Nixon recognized the policy "problem," he made a determined effort to change what he could during his presidency, and his efforts were merely the opening salvo in what has become a decades-long process to "remake" the ...

From the James Beard Award–winning author of La Vie Rustic, recipes and serving ideas to help you create a memorable brunch.Whether you have a special occasion to celebrate or you simply want to spend time with family and friends, hosting a brunch is the perfect opportunity. With more than fifty delicious recipes and six fresh ideas for serving them with style, Brunch offers a variety of ways to enjoy this favorite midday meal.The recipes ...

The story of the banjo's journey from Africa to the western hemisphere blends music, history, and a union of cultures. In Banjo Roots and Branches, Robert B. Winans presents cutting-edge scholarship that covers the instrument's West African origins and its adaptations and circulation in the Caribbean and United States. The contributors provide detailed ethnographic and technical research on gourd lutes and ekonting in Africa and the banza in Haiti while also investigating tuning p...

This edition features• a linked Table of ContentsCONTENTSPrefaceIntroductionI. Fair Play Territory: Geography and TopographyII. The Fair Play Settlers: Demographic FactorsIII. The Politics of Fair PlayIV. The Farmers' FrontierV. Fair Play SocietyVI. Leadership and the Problems of the FrontierVII. Democracy on the Pennsylvania FrontierVIII. Frontier Ethnography and the Turner ThesisBibliography...

Originally published in 1914, “The Dry Fly and Fast Water” is a complete guide to fly fishing, with simple instructions and helpful tips from a life-long fly fisher. A charming handbook interwoven with personal anecdotes and expert insights, this vintage book will be of considerable value to both beginner and seasoned fisher alike, and it is not to be missed by collectors. Contents include: “Early Experiences”, “The Value of Observation”, “The Rise”, “Where and When to Fish”, “The Imitatio...

In 'Aviation Accident Report: Pan American Flight 203,' the anthology captures the multifaceted perspectives and narratives surrounding one of the most compelling incidents in aviation history. This collection combines an array of investigative reporting, technical analysis, and human narratives to explore the profound implications of the tragedy. Through a meticulous blend of factual documentation and literary storytelling, these reports and essays provide a comprehensive examination of t...