Daniel E Harmon
1) Turkey
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The modern Republic of Turkey, which emerged from the ruins of the Ottoman Empire after World War I, is unusual among the nations of the Middle East. It is a democracy in a region where most rulers are autocrats. It is a Muslim country that enforces strict separation between religion and public life. Turkey is also among the most western-aligned states in the Middle East. It is the only Muslim state to be part of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization...
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This informative book provides everything your readers will need to know about negotiating the deal, warranties and service contracts, and getting a loan when buying their first car. It offers helpful tips on fuel conservation, buying hybrids, and how to maintain the car. The final chapter discusses smart cars, cycles, scooters, and mopeds (non-car options).
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Grappling and submission grappling moves are fundamental in many MMA forms, especially in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Generally, they are focused in the clinch and ground ranges with the goal of defeating an opposing fighter through use of submission holds. In this exciting book, contact sports fans learn about the discipline, physical health, and mental health aspects of MMA. The inspiring story of Eddie Chong and his influence on the recovery of a grandmaster...
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Any first job is a thrill. It provides a sense of worth, not to mention the pay. A first job presents an opportunity to "get smart" with money, helping young workers to see exactly how money comes and goes. Good money management involves learning how to prepare a budget, how to spend wisely, how to save and invest for the future, how to satisfy the laws, and how to help improve society. This compelling book gives readers a solid foundation in first...
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In many parts of the world, people can not only smell the air around them, but also see it and even feel it. Air is so thick with pollutants in certain areas that astronauts in space have seen and photographed it without magnification. Smoke does not simply disappear; it lingers in the atmosphere until natural processes eliminate it. One method of natural process is that trees and other plants are structured so that they absorb pollutants. The bad...
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With the capture of high-profile terrorists like Osama Bin Laden and accused Boston Marathon bombers Tamerlan and Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, military intelligence work is frequently in the headlines. This captivating book discusses the differences between information and intelligence, answering many questions about what intelligence work involves and some of the tools and technology that are put to use. It delves into the history of military intelligence,...
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Ibn Battuta, a fourteenth-century Moroccan adventurer and religious scholar, was one of the most ambitious travelers of the Silk Road. Scholars estimate his lifelong journeys covered no fewer than 75,000 miles. Because of his knowledge of Muslim history and laws, he was greatly respected by the Muslim rulers he visited. His geographical records helped fill in the pieces of a mysterious world, a world in which people of different regions knew little...
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Students learn that internships and volunteer positions can give them a foot in the door for permanent employment in math or science careers. They discover that these opportunities can provide options for sampling different careers and perhaps discover those vocations are not what they anticipated. Intern and volunteer positions are excellent platforms for testing the waters and determining which career will be most satisfactory for their life's work....
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Stress is a chemical process and is caused by emotions, but it affects the mood, body, and health. Young people are not immune to stress. Readers will learn that over-scheduling is the leading cause of stress for teen and adult sufferers. This helpful book explores acute and chronic stress, offering detailed information on causes and long-term effects. Students will learn how to spot the warning signs and how to manage and reduce stress.
10) Tsunamis
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The sudden arrival of a "harbor wave" in a crowded seaport has terrified coastal residents for centuries. Tsunamis are among the deadliest natural catastrophes, in some cases killing thousands of people in a matter of minutes. Readers will learn how tsunamis develop, what kinds of damage they cause, and how scientists are using warning systems to give people more time to flee disaster. Some of the deadliest tsunamis in history, including the 2004...
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Readers interested in pursuing careers in the corrections system will find comprehensive information about the various jobs, responsibilities, and the skills necessary for performing them today, including those of corrections, parole, and probation officers, and bailiffs. The book also provides descriptions of the types of corrections facilities that exist on the local, state, and federal levels, their job requirements, and the future outlook of careers...
12) Johannes Kepler
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Johannes Kepler was just twenty-three years old when he became a teacher of mathematics and astronomy at the university in Graz, Austria, in 1594. For the next thirty-five years, his intensive research based on the theories of Nicolaus Copernicus resulted in astonishing new ideas on the physics of the solar system. Most important was his realization that the planets move in elliptical orbits. Kepler's laws greatly influenced the later findings of...
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The spread of harmful chemicals and biological organisms can injure and kill thousands of people and make an infected area unlivable for some time to come. In the age of modern terrorism, many people fear militant organizations will unleash chemical and biological weapons in public places. This book provides readers with an overview of what these weapons are, who uses them and why, and explains how much of a threat they are to our way of life. Over...
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Many of the songs that stay with us as personal rock and pop anthems started in the discordant echoing of a garage or basement practice space. Making music with others is a fun way to share joys, concerns, and stories. For driven musicians, it can become a wonderful way to share a piece of themselves with the world. This electrifying book covers all the requirements for starting a band. Readers will see that-like members of any team-band mates need...
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When they first begin to jam and develop a unique style and sound, few young garage band players are thinking of music as a business. Little do they realize what will be involved if they pursue professional music careers. This insightful volume provides readers with valuable information about managing a band: what to look for in a band manager or management team, getting gigs, controlling a band's sound, and much more. Readers will learn through clear,...
16) Poultry
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The process of poultry making its way from the farm to the table is not something regularly investigated by those who enjoy chicken, turkey, and other types of poultry. If investigated, it's possible poultry would not be quite so popular. It's been said that if you love hot dogs, you don't want to see them being made. The same is true of poultry products, including chicken nuggets, spicy wings, and Thanksgiving turkeys. This perceptive book will look...
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When the environment suffers, so do humans and wildlife. Many green jobs require only high school or one or two years of post-high school studies. For other jobs, special training or four-year or postgraduate degrees are required. Some of the careers that are examined in this enlightening book include environmental engineer, geologist, microbiologist, science technician, conservationist, forester, park ranger, soil scientist, air control technician,...
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Since Al Gore's departure from public office in 2001, the former vice president of the United States, senator, and congressman has devoted much of his time to warning the world of alarming climate changes. The message is highly disturbing, but Gore delivers it in his patient southern drawl, assuring audiences that the problem is not beyond solution. His award-winning efforts have helped focus growing attention on global warming. In the process, they...
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The new ways governments, law enforcement agencies, and businesses can keep tabs on people is jaw dropping. This book examines the many new methods of data collection, the rationale behind developing them, the pros and cons of developing these new technologies, and the difficulties of restricting the use of these technologies before laws can be passed to protect citizens from abuses. This technology is getting more sophisticated as well as more common,...
20) New Medicines
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Medicines unquestionably save lives and improve health and the quality of life. On rare occasions, they also harm and kill those who take them. Lab scientists around the world experiment with new medications to combat illnesses and to relieve pain and stress. Sometimes, even when they are used properly, the medicines' effects are not entirely good. Drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regularly are found to produce unforeseen and...
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