Six years ago, Michael K. Bender's oncologist gave him 18 to 36 months to live. Three years later, he underwent open-heart surgery with a triple bypass. Today, at seventy-eight, he's in remission and thriving-walking with the energy of someone half his age.What made the difference? Three learnable skills he'd developed across fifty years in diplomacy, business, and education: Strength (daily practices that build resilience), Clarity (seeing accurat...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • WINNER OF THE NAACP IMAGE AWARD • A “gripping, revelatory” (NPR) memoir of hard-won success, struggles with addiction, and a lifelong mission to give back—from the late iconic actor beloved for his roles in The Wire, Boardwalk Empire, and Lovecraft Country“Williams’s cool rasp leaps off every page, his story told in the direct yet impassioned language that defined his greatest characters.”—Vulture

In this volume we focus on the years following Putin’s return to the presidency in 2012. This has been a more active period than his first two terms, including the annexation of Crimea and, ultimately, the invasion of Ukraine. Thus, this period may be characterized as the run-up to that war. The core issue discussed in this volume is Putin’s redefinition of “democracy” as the foundation of society and government in the Russian Federation. Putin argues for a strong central government in whi...

In "The Heart of a Champion: Kevin Durant's Winning Spirit", discover the inspiring story of one of basketball's greatest players. From his early days in Prince George's County, Maryland, to his reign as a two-time NBA champion and MVP, Kevin Durant's journey is a testament to the power of hard work, dedication, and resilience.With unparalleled access and insight, this biography reveals the driving forces behind Durant's success, including his:Unwavering passion for the gam...

Empowering, adventurous, and honest, Michael K Johnsen's book Dreamer will not only inspire you but give you the tools to help change your life. His candid approach to his life's journey will enlighten you on how your self-motivated personality can be your engine that will empower you to new heights. Dreamer takes you on a real-life adventure and explores how chasing dreams with hardcore passion can lead to success. Growing up surrounded by doubt and negativity Michael was motivated to pro...

Master the Stock Market.There is no doubt that many have become wealthy by trading alone. However, the stock market can be risky if you do not know what you are doing. This book is designed to give you in-depth knowledge and guidance so that you can avoid the pitfalls and reap the benefits of the stock market.Topics Covered in this book:- Day Trading- Penny Stocks- Options Trading- Dividend Investing-...

Thomas W. Colley served in one of the most active and famous units in the Civil War, the 1st Virginia Cavalry, which fought in battles in the Eastern Theater, from First Manassas/Bull Run to the defense of Petersburg. Colley was born November 11, 1837, outside Abingdon, Virginia, and grew up knowing the daily demands of life on a farm. In May 1861, along with the other members of the Washington Mounted Rifles, he left his home in Washington County and reported to camp in Richmond. During t...

Master Real Estate Investing.There is no doubt that investing in Real Estate is the best way to earn passive income. However, there are lots of fine details that one needs to be aware of. This book will provide you with the necessary understanding and tools to master this business. You will learn about:- Property Valuation- Commercial Properties- Residential Properties- Industrial Properties- Management of Properties- Mark...

The citizens of Washington County, Virginia gave up their sons and daughters to the Confederate cause of the Civil War. Contributing six Confederate generals as well as Union officers, the region is emblematic of communities throughout the nation that sacrificed during the war. Though the sounds of cannon fire and gunshots were only heard at a distance, Washington County was the breadbasket for Confederate armies. From the fields surrounding Abingdon to the coveted salt works in Saltville,...

Pioneers of Armour in the Great War tells the story of the only Australian mechanized units of the Great War. The 1st Australian Armoured Car Section, later the 1st Australian Light Car Patrol, and the Special Tank Section were among the trailblazers of mechanization and represented the cutting edge of technology on the Great War battlefield.The1st Armoured Car Section was raised in Melbourne in 1916, the brainchild of a group of enthusiasts who financed, designed and then built two armore...

In the arid lands of Kenya, the social structure system associated with traditional pastoralism has evolved useful mechanisms for achieving sustainable resource utilization within fragile dryland environments. The sustainability of traditional pastoralism in Kenya is no longer feasible due to the increasing pressure on a shrinking resource base. This uncertainty with the sustainability of this traditional life style, calls for a radical shift in thinking from traditional to commercial past...

This publication is expected to provide insights into the present water supply and sanitation in rural Kenya by identifying potential cost-effective sources of community water supply systems; determining the current water demand and assessing the capacity of existing water supplies; recommending possible and viable solutions to community sanitation problems; identifying existing structures for water development in rural communities and areas of collaboration with other players in the water...