Join author Christopher Andrews on a delectable romp through the long food history of Mobile, Alabama . From its founding in 1702 by the French, Mobile has had a lot on its plate. Indeed, the story of food itself is a rich gumbo--a dish created in Mobile--tracing the city's rich history, albeit in far more filling fashion. Native, European and African traditions met and blended here. From the colonial days through the Civil War and up to the present, this history serves up a full menu for ...

'Turing writes on codebreaking with understandable authority and compelling panache.'- Michael Smith, bestselling author of Station X**.**At Bletchley Park, some of Britain's most talented mathematicians, linguists, and intellectuals were assembled to break Nazi codes. Kept secret for nearly thirty years, we have now come to realise the crucial role that these codebreakers played in...

For almost half a century, Bertram Mills Circus was a household name throughout Britain among both children and adults and it's Director, Cyril Bertram Mills, was one of the best-known and most influential names in the country's entertainment business.But for forty years, Cyril Mills had also enjoyed a top-secret and wide-ranging career in British intelligence: obtaining the best aerial intelligence on Nazi rearmament for MI6 before the Second World War; becoming the first case off...

Ever felt caught in the web of toxic relationships? "Dealing with Toxic People" is your go-to guide for untangling yourself and embracing a life filled with positivity. This book is your compass, guiding you through practical strategies to deal with toxic people and build connections that nurture your well-being.What you will learn:Gain Confidence: Learn to say "no" and establish clear boundaries, boosting your confidence in dealing with toxic behaviors.Feel Happier...

Gracie is a wanderer who turned her solo journey from daunting to dazzling, all thanks to the invaluable insights found within the pages of this guide.As Gracie ventured into the enchanting streets of Kyoto, she discovered not only the beauty of ancient temples but also the strength within herself. This guide, meticulously crafted for solo travelers, became Gracie's compass, offering tips on navigating new destinations, embracing independence, and turning challenges into triumphs.

Have you ever found yourself in a cycle of procrastination, constantly putting off important tasks until the last minute? Imagine breaking free from this frustrating pattern and reclaiming control of your time and productivity. In "Overcoming Procrastination" embark on a transformative journey.Sarah, a driven professional, faced numerous setbacks due to her chronic procrastination. However, everything changed when she discovered the proven strategies outlined in this book. By imple...

Since the invention of social media, our lives have undergone a significant transformation. It's a fantastic method to interact with those around us. However, there is a thin line between a healthy dose and an overdose. Millions of people are affected by social media addictions, which cause them to waste hours each day that could be used more effectively monitoring their social media accounts for updates.The majority of people are aware of how serious this problem is, yet they feel...

The untold history of Czechoslovakia's complex relations with Middle Eastern terrorists and revolutionaries during the closing decades of the Cold WarIn the 1970s and 1980s, Prague became a favorite destination for the world's most prominent terrorists and revolutionaries. They arrived here to seek refuge, enjoy recreation, or hold secret meetings aimed at securing training, arms, and other forms of support. While some were welcome with open arms, others were close...

During the Second World War and the subsequent Cold War, foreign agents conducted intelligence-gathering, sabotage, and subversive operations inside neutral countries aimed at damaging their opponents' interests. The essays contained in this collection analyze the risks of espionage operations on neutral soil as well as the dangers such covert activities posed for the governments of neutral states. In striving to avoid involvement in the firing line of the Second World War or the front lin...

The second edition of Secret Intelligence: A Reader brings together key essays from the field of intelligence studies, blending classic works on concepts and approaches with more recent essays dealing with current issues and ongoing debates about the future of intelligence.Secret intelligence has never enjoyed a higher profile. The events of 9/11, the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, the missing WMD controversy, public debates over prisoner interrogation, together with the...

"This text is long overdue and timely. Carr and Broom have placed the issues firmly in the broader context of the relationship between our species and the others which share this planet with us...As they argue it is possible for tourists and the travel and tourism sector to take and exercise responsibility to drive change, Carr and Broom's text helps us to understand the issues and the context and to make better-informed choices." Harold Goodwin Responsible Tourism Partnership Animals are ...

This edited volume addresses the main lessons and legacies of the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis from a global perspective.Despite the discoveries of recent research, there is still much more to be revealed about the handling of nuclear weapons before and during the Cuban Missile Crisis (CMC). Featuring contributions from a number of eminent international scholars of nuclear history, intelligence, espionage, political science and Cold War studies, An International History of the Cub...