Peregrinations is an autobiography of one of the Davis boys, believed to be descendants from a long line of pig thieves exiled from Wales as indentured servants to Virginia in the New World. This story begins with the grandparents of the author and the Oklahoma Land rush, followed by the exodus from the poverty of the Great Depression. It continues into and through World War II and up to the present with Tom, just into his ninth decade of life, alive and angry at the disaster-elected offic...

The Everglades Handbook: Understanding the Ecosystem, Fifth Edition is packed with scientific information about the greater Everglades ecosystem, taking into account how drastically the Everglades has changed. The book covers disciplines ranging from ecology, geology, climatology, hydrology, simplified biogeochemistry, and anthropology to conservation biology.The fifth edition of this bestselling guide presents expanded treatment of subjects where our knowledge of the Ever...

Drought remains the biggest single threat from climate change to the production of key cereal crops, such as wheat and barley. Cereals also respond in complex ways to drought stress, making improved drought tolerance a challenging trait to achieve. With many cereals recognised as staple food crops due to their nutritional value, more research is required into improving drought tolerance as a means of ensuring the future food security of millions.Developing drou...

In 1935, the English writer Stephen Spender wrote that the historical pressures of his era should "turn the reader's and writer's attention outwards from himself to the world." Combining historical, formalist, and archival approaches, Thomas S. Davis examines late modernism's decisive turn toward everyday life, locating in the heightened scrutiny of details, textures, and experiences an intimate attempt to conceptualize geopolitical disorder.The Extinct Scene reads a range...

This fascinating and research-led textbook gives students the facts and the tools they need to engage critically with the psychological dimension of the criminal justice system. Accessibly written and packed with the latest psychological research, Forensic Psychology: Fact and Fiction is an engaging and wide-ranging exploration of both foundational and contemporary issues. The book prepares students to weigh up evidence and arguments, and reach their own conclusions about the issu...

In the aftermath of violence, someone has to clean the room.Maren Voss has spent nine years working bio-recovery across Oakland and the East Bay, restoring apartments, homes, and forgotten spaces after death has passed through them. She has seen every kind of horror imaginable, from suicides and overdoses to brutal murders that leave entire rooms drowned in blood. The work has hardened her, sharpened her, and taught her how to read the hidden language left behind at every scene.

In the first historical account of international NGOs, from the French Revolution to the present, Thomas Davies places the contemporary debate on transnational civil society in context. In contrast to the conventional wisdom, which sees transnational civil society as a recent development taking place along a linear trajectory, he explores the long history of international NGOs in terms of a cyclical process characterized by three major waves: the era to 1914, the inter-war years, and the p...

The realm of revelation is opening to a last-days revival company!Arise, shine, for your Light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you. For behold, darkness will cover the earth and deep darkness the people; But the Lord will rise over you and His glory will be seen upon you." Isaiah 60:1-2The entire world has entered into a new era – but how should Christians operate in this new landscape?In this day and age, God is calling ...

Our present-day culture is contending with challenging questions concerning the apocalyptic conditions of the world, eternal purpose, and how to overcome the current spiritual climate. The Bible predicts that the "last days" will be characterized by extreme darkness and great light. The various occultic practices and brazen forms of witchcraft openly displayed are a sign of the times. In this book, Amy provides clear biblical evidence of the great promises of God during this time, promotin...

"The Preparation & Mounting of Microscopic Objects" by Thomas Davies is a comprehensive guide that delves into the intricate processes involved in preparing and mounting specimens for microscopic examination. Davies, a skilled microscopist, shares his expertise on various techniques that enhance the visibility and preservation of microscopic objects. The book covers essential topics such as specimen selection, preparation methods, and the use of mounting media, making it an invaluable reso...

Paper Lanterns is a delicate bouquet of poetry created with much love and fondness from my heart and soul. Each poem holds a special place for me even though they are very varied and have their own unique essence and individuality when it comes to entertaining thoughts of hope and love, evoking curiosity, and reveling in the majesty of nature. My hope is that each poem like a paper lantern may carry with it light and much love.I hope you find the poem which is meant for you

This new volume of Advances in Pharmacology presents pharmacology of the blood brain barrier, focusing on targeting CNS disorders. With a variety of chapters and the best authors in the field, the volume is an essential resource for pharmacologists, immunologists and biochemists alike. - Contributions from the best authors in the field - An essential resource for pharmacologists, immunologists, and biochemists