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Stone by Stone: The Magnificent History in New England's Stone Walls

There once may have been 250,000 miles of stone walls in America's Northeast, stretching farther than the distance to the moon. And even though most are crumbling today, they contain a magnificent scientific and cultural story. Stone walls tell nothing less than the story of how New England was formed, and in Robert Thorson's hands they live and breathe. Millions of years ago, New England's stones belonged to ancient mountains thrust up by prehistoric collisions between continents. Buried again over centuries by forest and soil buildup, the stones gradually worked their way back to the surface, only to become impediments to the farmers cultivating the land in the eighteenth century, who piled them into 'linear landfills,' a place to hold the stones. Usually the biggest investment on a farm, often exceeding that of the land and buildings combined, stone walls became a defining element of the Northeast's landscape, and a symbol of the shift to an agricultural economy. Stone walls layer time like Russian dolls, their smallest elements reflecting the longest spans, and Thorson urges us to study them, for each stone has its own story. Linking geological history to the early American experience, Stone by Stone presents a fascinating picture of the land the Pilgrims settled, allowing us to see and understand it with new eyes.

Robert M. Thorson (Author), Robert M. Thorson (Narrator)

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A Poison Like No Other: How Microplastics Corrupted Our Planet and Our Bodies

It's in our food, our clothes, and our homes. It's microplastic and it's everywhere-including our own bodies. Scientists are just beginning to discover how these tiny particles threaten health, but the studies are alarming. In A Poison Like No Other, Matt Simon reveals a whole new dimension to the plastic crisis. Dealing with discarded plastic is bad enough, but when it starts to break down, the real trouble begins. The very thing that makes plastic so useful and ubiquitous-its toughness-means it never really goes away. It just gets smaller and smaller: eventually small enough to enter your lungs or be absorbed by crops or penetrate a fish's muscle tissue before it becomes dinner. Unlike other pollutants, microplastics represent a cocktail of toxicity: plastics contain at least 10,000 different chemicals. Those chemicals are linked to diseases from diabetes to hormone disruption to cancers. A Poison Like No Other is the first book to fully explore this public health threat. As Simon learns from these researchers, there is no easy fix. But we will never curb our plastic addiction until we begin to recognize the invisible particles all around us.

Matt Simon (Author), Adam Verner (Narrator)

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Me? Buy An Electric Car? Hah! NEVER!: But if you're gonna Buy One, here are some things you need to

Promote self-sufficiency and sustainability by switching from gas guzzlers to electric cars.Do you worry about how much damage we'll do to the planet if we continue to rely on fossil fuels?Do you want to take the most environmentally friendly route possible in your efforts to protect Earth?Inside this essential manual on electric vehicles, you will discover: - Compelling reasons to switch to electric vehicles and the financial incentive you may be eligible for if you buy one in 2022 - How much you can expect to save on fuel and maintenance costs if you own an electric car - The advances in battery technology that are helping bring prices down and reduce the need for frequent charging - The story of Tesla's rise to prominence in the electric vehicle market, along with the firm's plans to render internal combustion engines obsolete - The major car companies offering their own electric car models – from Volkswagen to General Motors to Nissan, find out which model is for you - How developments in energy storage systems will transform the electric vehicle market and give even more reasons to move away from conventional cars And much more!

Philip Pallette (Author), Christopher Fong (Narrator)

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Freight broker business startup: Manual on how to expand operations, legal requirements, and pricing

Embark on a strategic journey to elevate your freight brokerage business with 'Freight Broker Business Startup: Manual on How to Expand Operations, Navigate Legal Requirements, and Implement Winning Pricing Strategies.' This comprehensive guide is your indispensable companion, meticulously crafted to empower freight brokers with the knowledge and tactics needed to scale operations, ensure compliance with legal standards, and implement effective pricing strategies for sustained success. Inside the pages of 'Freight Broker Business Startup,' you'll explore: - Strategic Expansion: Gain insights into expanding your operations intelligently, whether you're looking to increase your client base, enhance service offerings, or explore new markets. This manual provides a roadmap for growth tailored to the dynamic landscape of freight brokerage. - Legal Compliance: Navigate the complex legal requirements of the freight brokerage industry with confidence. From licensing updates to compliance standards, this guide ensures that you stay informed and operate your business within the bounds of regulatory frameworks. - Operational Efficiency: Learn techniques to streamline your operations, leverage technology, and optimize your workflow. Discover best practices for load management, communication, and customer relationship management to ensure operational excellence. - Insider Perspectives: Benefit from insider perspectives and real-world experiences shared by seasoned professionals in the freight brokerage industry. Their insights provide invaluable guidance as you navigate the challenges and opportunities of scaling your business.

Randy Russell (Author), Laurance Davis (Narrator)

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Escaping Gravity: My Quest to Transform NASA and Launch a New Space Age

The inside look at how the battle of the space billionaires began and why it matters, Escaping Gravity is former NASA Deputy Administrator Lori Garver’s firsthand account of how a handful of revolutionaries outmaneuvered the system of political patronage and bureaucracy that threatened the space agency. The success of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin, Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic, and countless other commercial space efforts were preceded by decades of work by a group of people Garver calls “space pirates.” As the head of the NASA transition team for President-elect Barack Obama and second-in-command of the agency, Garver drove policies and funding that enabled commercial competition just as the capabilities and resources of the private sector began to mature. She was determined to deliver more valuable programs, which required breaking the self-interested cycle controlled by Congress, the aerospace industry, entrenched bureaucrats, and hero-astronauts trying to protect their own profits and mythology. Garver reveals how—like the military—the space industrial establishment preferred to spend billions of taxpayer dollars on programs aimed to sustain jobs and contracts in key congressional districts over those that were more efficient and could deliver greater progress. Garver details how her quest to transform NASA put her in the crosshairs of these established, powerful interests who viewed her as a threat to the system that has centralized and controlled power since the 1950s. Including insider NASA conversations and insights on the epic battles that transitioned space access to private resources for a fraction of the cost, Escaping Gravity offers a blueprint for how to drive productive and meaningful government change.

Lori Garver (Author), Lori Garver (Narrator)

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Vera Rubin: A Life

The first biography of a pioneering scientist who made significant contributions to our understanding of dark matter and championed the advancement of women in science. In Vera Rubin: A Life, prolific science writers Jacqueline Mitton and Simon Mitton provide a detailed, accessible overview of Rubin's work, showing how she leveraged immense curiosity, profound intelligence, and novel technologies to help transform our understanding of the cosmos. But Rubin's impact was not limited to her contributions to scientific knowledge. She also helped to transform scientific practice by promoting the careers of women researchers. Not content to be an inspiration, Rubin was a mentor and a champion. She advocated for hiring women faculty, inviting women speakers to major conferences, and honoring women with awards that were historically the exclusive province of men. Rubin's papers and correspondence yield vivid insights into her life and work, as she faced down gender discrimination and met the demands of family and research throughout a long and influential career. Deftly written, with both scientific experts and general readers in mind, Vera Rubin is a portrait of a woman with insatiable curiosity about the universe who never stopped asking questions and encouraging other women to do the same.

Jacqueline Mitton, Simon Mitton (Author), Elizabeth Wiley (Narrator)

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Later ... With Jools Holland: 30 Years of Music, Magic and Mayhem

’You never knew what you were going to be confronted with when you went on Later…’ Nick Cave ‘Later… is a voyage of discovery for us as well as the viewers’ Dave Grohl Dave Grohl and Alicia Keys loved it, Björk treasured it, Ed Sheeran’s life was changed by it, Kano felt at home while Nick Cave was horrified but inspired, and they all kept coming back. This first-hand account of the BBC’s Later… with Jools Holland takes you behind the scenes of one of the world’s great musical meeting places. Legends including Sir Paul McCartney, Mary J. Blige and David Bowie found a regular welcome, alongside the next generation of superstars including Adele, Ed Sheeran and Amy Winehouse. Part of what has made the show so special is the format – all those bands, singers, stars and newbies brought together to listen as well as to perform in Jools’ circle of dreams. But there’s always been plenty of mayhem alongside the magic of convening a room full of musicians hosted by one of their own. Written by the show’s co-creator and 26-year showrunner, music journalist Mark Cooper, this is the story of how Later… grew into a musical and TV institution. It was Mark who had to explain to Jay-Z why he couldn’t just do his numbers and split, who told Seasick Steve why he had to play ‘Dog House Boogie’ on the Hootenanny and persuaded Johnny Cash that he simply had to come in, even when The Man in Black wasn’t feeling well. From Stormzy to Björk, from Smokey Robinson to Norah Jones, from Britpop to trip hop, here is the word on how Later… began, evolved and has endured, accompanied by exclusive interviews with some of the show’s regular stars as well as the unique pictorial record of Andre Csillag who photographed the show for over 20 years. A must-read for music fans everywhere, Later… with Jools Hollandpulls back the curtain on classic performances to reveal that the show is just as magical, if even more chaotic, than you imagined.

Mark Cooper (Author), Mark Cooper (Narrator)

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Trucking Business Startup: How to Start a Trucking Company and Go from Business Plan to Marketing an

Discover the little-known secrets to creating a successful trucking company, even if you’ve never had a business before! Are you interested in the trucking industry and want to start your own company? Do you want to know details on various aspects of trucking and what it entails to launch a company in a competitive market? Do you want to learn the best practices of the business? Then we’ve got your back! This audiobook discusses all the aspects to consider before getting involved in the trucking industry. Here, you will: - Learn how to create a solid business plan for your trucking company. - Learn all about the legal aspects required to launch your business. - Discover the best methods of managing your employees and training them. - Master different strategies to get your business off the ground and market it to your target audience. - Learn when it is time to upgrade your business strategies to remain updated with the market. - Learn about common mistakes most new business owners make and why some businesses fail. - Discover success stories of other businesses and how to overcome rough patches. Whether you have always dreamed of opening your own trucking business, or you’re just a nifty entrepreneur with a great opportunity in hand, this audiobook will be your “right-hand man.” So click the “add to cart” button and embark on a wonderful entrepreneurial journey in the trucking business!

Elliott Kauffman (Author), Ivan Busenius (Narrator)

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Success with Podcasts: From Newbie to Professional: The Complete Guide to Producing, Marketing and M

Add Your Voice to The Podcasting Revolution! The world is tuning to podcasts. Success With Podcasts: is the complete guide to starting, producing, marketing and making an income from your podcast. This book will get you started in the sometimes-daunting world of becoming a podcast host and producer. The advice found within will help in choosing the right equipment, finding your niche, planning an episode, through to assisting in the best approaches to marketing and giving guidance on how to generate an income from your show. Featuring top tech information, production insight, and tips on promoting your pod. Alongside, the latest podcasting trends and audience demographics.

Dominic Murray (Author), Ronnie Rowlands (Narrator)

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Driving Theory Test Questions & Answers

The Driving Theory Test Audiobook is the ONLY revision guide you need for your upcoming theory test. It includes hundreds of practice questions and answers on all 14 different topics. It will help you to learn in the fastest way possible, and then test yourself, so you know when you’re ready to pass. This guide is for learner drivers who not only want to take their theory test soon, but to pass first time. It includes all the latest official revision questions, and will help you through a lifetime of safe driving. We’ve also included a 10 second gap between each question and answer, to give you time to think about your answer without having to pause the audiobook. So, if you want to pass your driving theory test on your next try.. Buy this audiobook now!

Theorytest Publications (Author), Andrew James Roberts (Narrator)

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The AgeTech Revolution

Have you ever thought about what your life may be like as you grow older, and what technology will be available to you at that time? In The AgeTech Revolution, Keren Etkin takes you on a journey to explore what the intersection of tech and aging looks like today. This book explores the changing face of aging in the 21st century, through the lens of the fast-paced digital transformation our society is going through. It goes into challenges of aging that are currently being tackled by technology - using the real-life stories of tech entrepreneurs and older adults. Etkin also provides a glimpse into the future, and what agetech could be like five, ten, fifteen years down the road. We have a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to impact the experience of living as an older adult in this world, using technology. The AgeTech Revolution provides us with the data and perspective necessary to change our tech landscape and to create a world that is more inclusive and supportive of older adults.

Keren Etkin (Author), Keren Etkin (Narrator)

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Into the Great Emptiness: Peril and Survival on the Greenland Ice Cap

The riveting story of one of the greatest but least-known sagas in the history of exploration from David Roberts, the “dean of adventure writing” By 1930, no place in the world was less well explored than Greenland. The native Inuit had occupied the relatively accessible west coast for centuries. The east coast, however, was another story. In August 1930, Henry George Watkins (nicknamed “Gino”), a twenty-three-year-old British explorer, led thirteen scientists and explorers on an ambitious expedition to the east coast of Greenland and into its vast and forbidding interior to set up a permanent meteorological base on the ice cap, 8,200 feet above sea level. The Ice Cap Station was to be the anchor of a transpolar route of air travel from Europe to North America. The weather on the ice cap was appalling. Fierce storms. Temperatures plunging lower than negative fifty degrees Fahrenheit in the winter. Watkins’s scheme called for rotating teams of two men each to monitor the station for two months at a time. No one had ever tried to winter over in that hostile landscape, let alone manage a weather station through twelve continuous months. Watkins was younger than anyone under his command, but he had several daring trips to the Arctic under his belt and no one doubted his judgement. The first crisis came in the fall when a snowstorm stranded a resupply mission halfway to the top for many weeks. When they arrived at the ice cap, there were not enough provisions and fuel for another two-man shift, so the station would have to be abandoned. Then team member August Courtauld made an astonishing offer. To enable the mission to go forward, he would monitor the station solo through the winter. When a team went up in March to relieve Courtauld, after weeks of brutal effort to make the 130-mile journey, they could find no trace of him or the station. By the end of March, Courtauld’s situation was desperate. He was buried under an immovable load of frozen snow and was disastrously short on supplies. On April 21, four months after Courtauld began his solitary vigil, Gino Watkins set out inland with two companions to find and rescue him. David Roberts draws on firsthand accounts and archival materials to tell the story of this daring expedition and of the epic survival ordeal that ensued.

David Roberts (Author), Julian Elfer (Narrator)

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