Although the Cold War is commonly considered 'over,' the legacies of that conflict continue to unfold throughout the globe. One site of post-Cold War controversy involves the consequences of U.S. nuclear weapons production for worker safety, public health, and the environment. Over the past two decades, citizens, organizations, and governments have passionately debated the nature of these consequences, and how they should be managed. This volume clarifies the role of communication in creat...

"Harry's vision of an apocalyptic plague is as chilling as it is plausible. This masterful thriller will leave you terrified, enthralled, and desperate for the next entry in the series." -Kira Peikoff, author of No Time to Die and Die Again Tomorrow "Like Crichton and H.G. Wells, Harry writes stories that entertain roundly while they explore questions of scientific and social import." -Publishers Weekly Beginning Of The End They call it Pandoravirus. It attacks the brain. Anyone infected m...

THE BATTLE LINES ARE DRAWN Scientist Emma Miller was the first American infected in the Pandoravirus pandemic, which triggers violent rages and sociopathic homicide. No longer fettered by morality or emotion, she has attracted millions of followers, both infected and uninfected. But is she America's worst nightmare-or its only hope? Emma's twin sister Isabel and brother Noah struggle against the threats posed by rampant infection, deadly civil unrest, and desperate government measures. The...

The world is not the same since the Pandoravirus outbreak changed the essence of human nature. Those affected by the disease are consumed by adrenal rage. They erupt in violence with the slightest provocation. And now, infected scientist Emma Miller is forging them into an army of merciless killers marching across America. Emma's twin sister, neuroscientist Isabel Miller, is desperate to avert the chaos that threatens to engulf civilization. But her team has its hands full staying one step...

Girls, Boys, Robots - Everyone is Welcome here!This stellar collection will appeal to both teens and grown-ups who dream of future worlds. ~Kirkus Starred ReviewWhat’s it like to be a space station detective? To be homesick for Mars? What do you say when your robotgets you in trouble?Join the adventures of a diverse cast of characters in this year’s Young Explorer’s Adventure Guide, featuring award-winning writers alongside great new...

While sheep production has an important place in many farming systems across the world, sheep products face an increasingly competitive market. In addition to traditional concerns about product quality, consumers are also increasingly motivated by issues such as livestock welfare, greenhouse gas emissions and the sustainability of production to maintain or enhance natural capital.Advances in sheep production provides a comprehensive review of these challenges and the speci...

From the Eisner-nominated duo behind the instant bestseller Allergic comes a fun new audiobook, adapted from the graphic novel about finding your own space... especially when you're in a family of nine!Eleven-year-old Avery Lee loves living in Hickory Valley, Maryland. She loves her neighborhood, school, and the end-of-summer fair she always goes to with her two best friends. But she's tired of feeling squished by her six siblings! They're noisy and chaoti...

Full of tried and tested case material, examples and useful illustrations, this book considers the latest developments and covers all levels of financial management from the structure of the management of institutions right down to the course level and managing budgets.

This is the story of Robert Morgan a man that chose to be my father out of love. This is the story of our family, and the untimely death of my father. I always thought he deserved to be remembered and this is my way of remembering my hero. He deserved better!!

Going There tells of a spiritual journey seeking release from past lives. The novel begins in 1994 in South Africa, after a stay in India, it ends sixteen years later in Johannesburg. ----Boaz, on a spiritual path, journeys within. Wanting to detach his mind, he seeks to find his soul and return to his spirit. He no longer wants to be in the dark, and instead tries to discover the purpose of his being human.----In meditation he uncovers previous lives and pays the price for opening doors t...

Like any animal, dogs are prone to certain ailments and diseases that not only affect the dogs, but also worry their owners. Recently, essential oils have started to gain popularity for use with pets.Essential oils are basically volatile compounds that make our bodies react in a certain way, which makes them efficient at treating small health issues. The same goes for dogs. Essential oils make a dog's body respond by reducing pain, inflammation, killing germs, and so on. While huma...

This collection features four peer-reviewed reviews on understanding and managing major diseases affecting sheep.The first chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the main classical and emerging diseases which pose a threat to global sheep production, including diseases of the reproductive, nervous, respiratory and alimentary systems, as well as diseases of the skin and feet.The second chapter reviews the challenge posed by gastrointestinal nematode (GIN) infections in...