Asymmetric dinghies burst into the sailing scene in the 1990s and have transformed the sport. They led to the introduction of new types of courses and a new sailing style. While the basic principles may be the same as for conventional dinghies, the increased focus on apparent wind sailing and responding to changes in wind pressure and direction downwind are exciting new elements that asymmetric dinghies bring. This book allows you to learn the secrets of getting the most from your asymmetr...

Learn the secrets of getting the most from your boat – whether you sail an entry level dinghy, high performance skiff, sportsboat or catamaran. Tips, advice and some great shortcuts from expert sailors in a wide range of classes gives you the inside knowledge to improve your techniques and get ahead of the fleet. There's step-by-step guidance, and every stage of asymmetric sailing is covered, including rigging and tuning, hoists, gybes and drops, tactics, survival sailing and advanced skil...

When the teenage Alicia McCann has a horrible accident, she is visited by the Whisper Catcher - a dreamlike spirit girl with great powers. But the Whisper Catcher's powers are waning, her strength stolen by an evil shadowy spectre. To help the Whisper Catcher, Alicia must undertake a strange and terrifying journey from her home in San Francisco to the depths of the Australian outback. Dark treachery awaits and Alicia must dig through history to uncover a terrifying secret, unlike any she c...

What mental and physical distress do actors, camerapersons, and reporters experience when working on reenactments of traumatic moments in history?In Political Camerawork, D. Andy Rice theorizes that the intense feelings produced while creating these performed scenarios, called "simulation documentaries," connect difficult pasts to the present. Building on his background as a nonfiction film director, producer, editor, and cinematographer, Rice analyzes performance techniqu...

A Stronger Position for What Comes NextYour company may have outgrown the story that once defined it.New leadership, acquisitions, expanded capabilities, changing markets, and investor expectations can all reshape a business, while customers, employees, and partners continue to see an older version of it.The Positioning Advantage is for CEOs, founders, and business leaders, especially those stepping into a new role or guiding an investor-ba...

'Äú50 Westerns 'Äì The Best Cowboy Adventures, Rider Trails, Stories of Outlaws & Battles with Indians'Äù is a compelling anthology that captures the vast landscape of the American frontier with remarkable diversity and depth. This collection traverses the dusty trails and tumultuous histories that define the Western genre, featuring tales of courage, resilience, and the complex interactions between settlers and Indigenous cultures. The anthology's breadth is underscored by standout storie...

50 WESTERNS (Vol. 2) surveys the western as a capacious literary terrain where frontier adventure, romance, detective intrigue, humor, historical reconstruction, and speculative invention converge. Its selections range from terse tales of pursuit and violence to expansive narratives of settlement, cattle-country labor, outlawry, and contested belonging. By placing canonical frontier mythmaking beside popular fiction and less frequently foregrounded perspectives, the volume reveals the West...

Embark on a literary journey with "50 WESTERNS (Vol. 2)," a captivating anthology that traverses the multifaceted landscapes of the American frontier through an eclectic array of narratives. Assembled with a rich variety of literary styles, from the iconic cowboy tales to the introspective narratives of the wilderness, this collection captures the mythos and realities of the Wild West. The anthology presents a dazzling tapestry of adventure, frontier justice, and the timeless struggle betw...

In the sprawling tapestry of frontier life, "50 Westerns – The Best Cowboy Adventures, Rider Trails, Stories of Outlaws & Battles with Indians" showcases the raw and rugged beauty of the American West. This anthology traverses a vast range of literary styles and themes, capturing the spirit of adventure, the allure of the untamed wilderness, and the complexities of frontier justice. The collection is a tour de force of Western storytelling, offering readers glimpses into breathtaking lands...

In '50 WESTERNS (Vol. 2),' the reader embarks on a journey through the vast and rugged landscapes of the Western frontier. This collection skillfully captures the diverse narratives and vibrant settings that define this unique literary genre, blending adventure, survival, and a quest for justice. Encompassing a myriad of styles from the romantic to the raw, this volume does more than chronicle the Western experience—it revitalizes it for contemporary audiences. Each story stands as a testa...

The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, with over 150 line drawings and photographs.Written by America’s foremost instructional authority, the new edition of Sailing Fundamentals combines the training programs of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association, it is also used in the programs ...

Black Women in Sequence takes readers on a search for women of African descent in comics subculture. From the 1971 appearance of the Skywald Publications character “the Butterfly” - the first Black female superheroine in a comic book - to contemporary comic books, graphic novels, film, manga, and video gaming, a growing number of Black women are becoming producers, viewers, and subjects of sequential art.As the first detailed investigation of Black women’s participation in...