"The ability to read and understand the grimoires of antiquity has long been locked in the realm of rich and powerful academics. Old concepts and prejudices have kept this knowledge from the everyday person, but this book throws open the gates of grimoire magic in a joyful way that sparks curiosity and stops question about whether a seeker is worthy"-- Provided by publisher.
"In a place like Yellowstone the rules that humans normally live by are only one set of rules among many. When we leave the roads and villages other rules come into play, rules where creatures who are not always friendly have a say. The largest animal in North America, the bison, lives here and is often ill-tempered. The Park hosts a wide range of pathogens-viruses, bacteria, and parasites, including one that gives you bubonic plague. Yellowstone has two species of poisonous snakes, almost every species of deer in North America, grazing animals, lions, wolves and bears. Some Yellowstone creatures are profoundly dangerous; they eat people. It's not surprising that a land with such astounding landscapes also has astounding lifeforms. That is what makes life in Yellowstone real and gives it quality"-- Provided by publisher.
Woodstake is a wickedly clever spin on the Dracula legend, reimagined against the backdrop of the iconic Woodstock festival of 1969. When a vampire descends on the summer of love, a generation of hippies is forced to survive three days of peace, music, and blood in this darkly funny, genre-bending thrill ride. A razor-sharp blend of satire, horror, and 60s nostalgia, Woodstake offers a wildly original story brought vividly to life through the bold, evocative artwork of Felipe Kroll. It is a must-read for fans of classic rock, genre mashups, and blood-soaked storytelling.
"A groundbreaking approach to parenting that builds emotional maturity as the foundation for happy, resilient, successful children-from the clinical psychologist behind the New York Times bestseller Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents"-- Provided by publisher.
"New York Times bestselling authors Mike Schur and Joe Posnanski travel the world in a hilarious and heartwarming celebration of fans and the things they love: baseball, basketball, chess, darts, football, futbol, Indigenous North American stickball, pickleball, WWE, Taylor Swift, Star Wars, and more. Two great friends. Lots of frequent flyer miles. And a bottomless appetite for experiencing sports. That's what BIG FAN is all about. Bestselling authors and podcast hosts Joe Posnanski and Mike Schur love games--almost any game!--and they bring readers to the front row (and sometimes even right onto the field). Whether ringside at WrestleMania in Las Vegas, singing along with the maniacs at the World Darts Championships in London, or just watching eight straight hours of football at a Buffalo Wild Wings in Dallas, they bring us to the very heart of what it means to love something so much it hurts. Through crushing defeats and glorious wins, whether cheering penalty kicks with 65,000 fans in Liverpool or beholding a chess master castling in dead silence, BIG FAN is about why we love what we love and how fandom connects us in a time when so much else pulls us apart." --
"The extraordinary true story of Lockheed Martin's "Skunk Works," the radical innovation hub that designed the greatest airplanes of the 20th century. It began with a humble warehouse building in Burbank, California and a charismatic young engineer named Kelly Johnson. In 1938, Johnson, who was then working for the U.S. Army Air Corps, got the idea for a small, agile, disruptive engineering shop-one that could compete with Nazi Germany's then-superior warplanes. By 1943, with the U.S. now in World War II and desperate for new technology, "Advanced Development Projects," more commonly known as the "Skunk Works," was born. During Johnson's 47 years at Lockheed Martin, the Skunk Works developed at least half a dozen planes that would have been the capstone achievement of anyone else's career. There was the XP-80, America's first ever fighter jet, which did indeed help the Allies win World War II. The Constellation, the first passenger plane with a pressurized cabin, revolutionized commercial air travel. The U-2 spy plane could reach an astonishing altitude of 70,000 feet, enabling it could fly dangerous covert missions in Soviet airspace during the height of the Cold War. And Kelly was the visionary behind the SR-71 Blackbird, one of the most unusual, and iconic, planes ever designed. But the planes were only part of Johnson's legacy. There was also his management style, which would come to shape organizations for decades to come. Under him, the Skunk Works' structure-flat management, no red tape, extraordinary speed-quickly became the model for nurturing innovation, and eventually would fuel the nimble startups of Silicon Valley. Half a century before Mark Zuckerberg coined the motto "move fast and break things," Kelly Johnson was living that mantra-and at the same time helping the Department of Defense secure the fate of the free world. The Impossible Factory is a page-turning work of history with the soul of a thriller"-- Provided by publisher.
"Throughout her career, Cindy Cohn has been driven by a fundamental question: Can we still have private conversations if we live our lives online? Privacy’s Defender chronicles her thirty-year battle to protect our right to digital privacy and shows just how central this right is to all our other rights, including our ability to organize and make change in the world. Shattering the hypermasculine myth that our digital reality was solely the work of a handful of charismatic tech founders, the author weaves her own personal story with the history of Crypto Wars, FBI gag orders, and the post-9/11 surveillance state. She describes how she became a seasoned leader in the early digital rights movement, as well as how this work serendipitously helped her discover her birth parents and find her life partner. Along the way, she also details the development of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, which she grew from a ragtag group of lawyers and hackers into one of the most powerful digital rights organizations in the world. Part memoir and part legal history for the general reader, the book is a compelling testament to just how hard-won the privacy rights we now enjoy as tech users are, but also how crucial these rights are in our efforts to combat authoritarianism, grow democracy, and strengthen other human rights."--
"Does the Bible condone warfare and slavery? Isn't the New Testament's teaching on sex outdated? Surely there's not a literal heaven and hell? These are just some of the questions that popular Bible teacher and theologian Andrew Ollerton asks as he helps us navigate the most challenging topics in the Bible. Understanding the Bible isn't easy. God's Book follows the biblical plotline from Genesis to Revelation and reveals how to make sense of difficult passages by considering them in their original setting. When we understand the creation story in its ancient context, we won't need to choose between science or the Bible. When we appreciate that the conquest of Canaan was a unique moment in history, these passages won't justify violence today. The Bible's 7 toughest topics: science and evolution versus creation slavery and Old Testament laws warfare and violence suffering miracles and exorcisms sex heaven, hell and judgement Andrew concludes each chapter with a letter to a young adult, giving practical advice on each topic. God's Book is for anyone who is spiritually curious about Christianity and wants to know how to understand the Bible, and for Christians who want to share their faith more confidently in today's culture"-- Provided by publisher.
"More than twenty million records sold. Twenty-two #1 career singles. Nineteen CMA nominations, four CMA awards. Nearly two dozen Gold and Platinum Awards. A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. A Grammy. Since bursting onto the country music scene in 1989 with 'Killin' Time,' Clint Black has built a genre-defining career that has spanned nearly four decades. Having written the soundtrack of a generation, Black now puts pen to paper to tell the story of the man behind the music. Black's journey to country music superstardom isn't a story of overnight success. Growing up on the outskirts of Houston as a kid with a dream, Black spent nearly ten years and countless nights playing at any nightclub or bar that would have him, juggling multiple jobs to stay afloat, and learning how to navigate the cutthroat world of major music labels. With unflinching honesty and his signature charm, Black recounts those formative days when all he had was grit, a guitar, and an unwavering belief in himself. With his breakout album, Killin' Time, his world changed. Suddenly, the kid from Texas started headlining arenas with thousands of screaming fans, topping the charts with one #1 single after another -- helping to reshape the direction of country music. But success, as Black reveals, comes with its own storms. He candidly reflects on the physical and emotional toll of fame -- the relentless pace of the industry, personal betrayals from within his own camp, and a critical spine injury that threatened the very thing that made him a star: his voice. Yet for every dark moment, there are bright lights that make it all worthwhile, from the opportunity to record alongside his heroes and hilarious antics with his band while on tour to finding everlasting love in his marriage to Lisa Hartman Black and the life-altering joy of fatherhood. Ultimately, Black's story is both a love letter to country music and a deeply personal reflection on the power of faith, determination, and the courage to stick to your guns, no matter what. For long-time fans and newcomers alike, Killin' Time is a rare glimpse into the life and career of a once-in-a-generation talent."--Book jacket flaps.
"Discover the Four Bodies of Existence--reshape your self-knowledge, empower your story, and embody a happier, healthier life. A revelatory guide and a vital invitation rooted in Indigenous wisdom from author Granddaughter Crow."-- Provided by publisher.
"America's money is global money--nearly every nation in the world writes international contracts in dollars, and in 2023, central banks around the world held nearly $6.7 trillion in dollar reserves, three times any other currency. Today, the United States' global hegemony rests largely on its ability to produce unlimited treasury bonds that are sold around the world, dollars that supported America's explosive growth in the twentieth century and funded its massive wars in the twenty-first. American power and the American dollar have become synonymous. Yet in this brilliant 500-year history, Brendan Greeley argues that America's sovereignty over the dollar is an illusion--that the dollar had already empowered and destroyed nations long before it washed up on colonial shores, and that no country or king has or can ever truly control it. Reaching back to the dollar's birth as the taler in the 15th-century silver mines of St. Joachimsthal, Greeley reveals how the dollar first thrived as a commodity for merchants and bankers--a big, silver coin that was trusted around the world, even as the miners who pulled it from the ground had trouble getting paid in that same silver. Greeley traces a captivatingly complex path across time and place, from the industrial collapse at the heart of Spain's 17th-century silver empire, to the birth of American paper dollars in colonial Maryland, 19th-century New Orleans bank failures, and the small town of Hawarden, Iowa, which created its own dollars during the Great Depression. At every surprising turn, Greeley upends assumptions about global currencies and draws out the centuries-old tension between how dollars are manufactured and whom they actually serve. Singular in its breadth, The Almighty Dollar dismantles the myth that America created or has ever truly controlled the dollar. Through meticulous research and vividly rendered stories of merchants, monarchs, and everyday people both past and present, Greeley shows how the dollar became America's greatest export, spawning a vast financial industry that enriches the wealthy, even as the rest of the country's industries suffer." --
"Hobbies fill our world, yet many Christians still struggle to fully enjoy their benefits. Misplaced guilt and misunderstandings of leisure have kept us from the God-given beauty of avocation. Created to Play will invite readers into a richer understanding of leisure. By looking at ten different groups of hobbies, readers will discover how God uses play to bolster our faith and make us more human. Christian readers of all ages will be drawn into worship and challenged to rethink the way they experience their favorite pastimes"-- Provided by publisher.
"A comprehensive guide to understanding and practicing Western nondual spirituality, often referred to as the "pathless path" or the "direct approach.""-- Provided by publisher.
"This book provides an unprecedented account of how the law has always been foundational to degradation and protection of the environment in the US, weaving engaging vignettes and drawing lessons for the present and future from the social, political, and economic movements caused by and contributing to past legal change"-- Provided by publisher.
"A lively, authoritative collection of José Andrés's most beloved recipes from his home country--and the stories of the people and places behind them. Although renowed chef José Andrés has made the United States his home, his roots in Spain run deep: it's where he grew up and now spends summers with family and friends. It's also where some of the best ingredients and most fascinating culinary techniques are celebrated every day, and as he says, it's 'where I learned to cook, learned to eat, and most importantly, learned to love food.' This vibrant, exciting collection of recipes bears José's unique mark and proudly represents a culture where life is centered around the table. While it is impossible to capture all the richness and variety of this culture, Spain My Way showcases Spanish cooking in José's signature style--not only the cornerstones of the cuisine but also his own favorite recipes, whether from his home kitchen, at his restaurants, or across Spain, enjoyed while eating with chefs and friends. Spain My Way, written with Sam Chapple-Sokol, is a vivid exploration of how Spaniards cook and eat, from one of the country's most beloved sons."--Back cover.
"Despite prevailing assumptions, ADHD is still an underdiagnosed condition. Not only is the diagnostic scale subjective , but the hallmarks of ADHD often remain shrouded behind conditions like anxiety and depression. Most individuals with ADHD live through their formative years with symptoms that so powerfully derail their confidence, future, career, relationships, and sense of self. And many of them are not first diagnosed until adulthood despite their struggles. An esteemed psychologist and retired clinical professor at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine, Dr. Russell Ramsay, has worked with countless patients -- some suffering from severe cases of ADHD, others having experienced the common frustrations of undiagnosed ADHD for most of their lives. With the help of his groundbreaking program, his patients have found ways to support their brain, express their emotions, prioritize what matters, release shame, blame, and guilt, and see the world in the creative, bright, brilliant delight this neurodivergence offers. The solution isn't simply getting back to whatever is considered 'normal.' As Dr. Ramsay presents in this book, there are patient-proven specific solutions to bolstering our executive function and these methods combined with a more comprehensive understanding of the emotional pain-points at the root of ADHD can transform lives. Dr. Ramsay offers a paradigm shift to help us stop blaming and shaming ourselves for our moment-to-moment inattention and instead focus on the behaviors and routines that form the foundation of our lives. It's for anyone seeking a healthier relationship with their to-do list, more positive inner self-talk, and a new perspective on what is possible when we embrace and support our sometimes-unreliable minds"-- Provided by publisher.
"An exploration of the spiritual journey as a path of love, guiding readers through the profound mysteries of the heart's longing for its true Beloved"-- Provided by publisher.
"As the unprecedented backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion intensifies--with corporations dismantling initiatives, lawmakers passing anti-DEI legislation, and post-George Floyd promises abandoned--this tactical handbook arms advocates with revolutionary resistance strategies drawn from Black historical movements. Dr. Janice Gassam Asare transforms centuries of Black resistance wisdom--from Underground Railroad networks to civil rights organizing tactics--into modern resistance plans, wielding ethical AI as a force multiplier to create sustainable change that outlasts corporate whims and political cycles. Each chapter grounds modern workplace tactics in revolutionary approaches of more than twenty prominent Black historical figures, including the following: Ida B. Wells--Documentation techniques for workplace injustice inspired by her work ; Ella Baker and Fred Hampton--Coalition-building methods from the American civil rights movement ; Toni Morrison and Angela Davis--Narrative control strategies drawn from their celebrated writing. Whether you're a DEI practitioner navigating corporate pushback, an employee experiencing equity rollbacks, or a leader committed to sustainable inclusion, this handbook provides battle-tested strategies for preserving workplace equity--even in hostile environments. This isn't just about surviving the backlash. It's about reimagining workplaces where everyone thrives."--Amazon website.
"Wrongful convictions have long been dismissed as rare exceptions to an otherwise well-oiled criminal justice machine. But after years spent investigating one of the largest criminal court systems in the nation, Chicago's Cook County, Dr. Nicole Gonzalez Van Cleve began to uncover a far more chilling truth. Wrongful convictions are not accidental, or anomalous: There are at least hundreds of cases indicting innocent Black youth of crimes they didn't commit. Arresting and incarcerating kids is the point -- the 'evidence' is tailored to fit. In a suspenseful narrative account based on years of interviews, archival research, and the excavation of hidden documents, Gonzalez Van Cleve presents an ironclad 'howdunit,' illustrating the steps that our supposed justice system takes to 'find' criminals, coerce confessions, bury evidence, and persuade witnesses to lie. A clear pattern emerges as Lee Hester, a disabled fourteen-year-old boy, is branded a 'super predator' and convicted of killing his teacher. At just seven years old, Romarr Gipson is charged with a murder that is physically impossible for him to have committed. Groups of boys like the Roscetti Four and Dixmoor Five are characterized as 'wolf packs' in a pattern that connects them to the Central Park Five. These 'crime fictions' are actively produced, perfected by police, enshrined in our legal records by the courts, and reinforced by the media. Placing the exonerated boys at the center of their own story, Crime Fictions is a devastating, systematic account that leaves us to wonder just how many innocent souls have been claimed by the racist lies police tell."--Book jacket flap.
"Rachel Campos-Duffy and other hosts of Fox News celebrate America for the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding"-- Provided by publisher.
Why'd I do that? He's such a jerk! I'm such an idiot! What did she mean by that comment? Ideally, our thought spirals help us process difficult situations and emotions. When they become repetitive, however, they can be highly problematic: your brain is ruminating. And science has shown the degree to which we ruminate, perhaps more than any other mental act, determines our life-long well-being. In Mind Drama, veteran science writer Donna Jackson Nakazawa gets inside the strange magnetism of rumination, explains why we're all doing it now more than ever, and shares the new science for decoding, outwitting, and repurposing this dark mental habit. Using her own ruminative mind as a test case, she walks us through the actionable neuro-hacks that can help us escape unhealthy brooding.
"Everything you need to know about breast health and breast cancer and essential advice you can trust from Mount Sinai's Chief of Breast Surgery, Dr. Elisa Port, and her patients"-- Provided by publisher.
After over a decade of fighting chronic illness, trauma therapist and beloved author K.J. Ramsey was the healthiest she'd been in her life. She packed up her Jeep and set out on a summer of road trips, returning to the places where she first glimpsed joy as a kid. More than adventure, her aim was a personal dare to discover that joy is more trustworthy than trauma. What could go wrong? It turns out, everything. The woman who just wandered through Redwood forests and ran naked into the Pacific suddenly found herself in the hospital fighting to stay alive. A mysterious illness struck like lightning, splintering the best days of her life into the absolute scariest. Told with unhinged humor, lyrical honesty, and zero patience for toxic positivity, The Place Between Our Pains is a true story that reaches past our expectations of what joy can survive. This is a love letter to every life seared by pain or autoimmune disease and a fierce permission slip to show up in the stories we never would have written for ourselves.
"A young queer millennial physicist unveils some of the most mind-bending physics concepts in the universe—and uses them to illuminate their own fascinating life story. “I see physics everywhere,” Karmela Padavic-Callaghan writes. “It offers itself to me when I try to make sense of all the paths my life did and did not take, it reassures me when I try to reconcile all the identities that I feel describe me.” Born in Croatia in 1991, Karmela grew up against the backdrop of the Yugoslav wars. They grew to love science and hair metal, and they began longing to see more of the world. At age 16, they received an offer to study at a boarding school in New York, setting them on a path to a physics PhD. Now a science writer in New York, Karmela uses physics to meditate on building a life in a new country, on being nonbinary in a field dominated by cishet men, and on cause, effect, future, and destiny. Each chapter examines a moment in Karmela’s life through the lens of a physics concept. Knot theory becomes a lens for the story of Karmela visiting a Croatian healer. Ultracold atom labs lead to a meditation on societal expectations that women be unfailingly warm and nurturing. And the workings of an electron microscope become a framework for Karmela’s evolving relationship with cosmetics as they realized they are nonbinary. Taking us from Croatia to New York, from quantum computing to Queen, Entangled States offers readers a unique and unforgettable journey—and shows how the world of physics and the world of humanity illuminate one another."--Publisher.