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Scuba diving is one of the world's fastest growing sports and, as a result, there is an ever increasing demand for authoritative, practical information about this challenging activity. The Diver's Handbook, New and Revised, meets this need, and covers everything from what equipment to buy and which training courses to attend to basic health and safety measures, as well as special diving options such as underwater photography, wreck diving, and ice diving. In addition, the marine environment is examined in detail to help divers gain a better understanding of the sea and the myriad fascinating creatures that inhabit it. With a comprehensive and up-to-date text by well-respected diving and conservation expert Alan Mountain, a practical fact-filled format, numerous information panels, and more than 300 high-quality photographs and illustrations, The Diver's Handbook is an invaluable addition to every diver's bookshelf. Alan Mountain is an experienced subaqua diver who has been diving since 1967 and has nearly 1000 dives to his credit. His interest is in natural history, with particular reference to the marine environment. (8 1/2 X 11, 160 pages, color photos and illustrations)

In this accessible, concise yet comprehensive introduction to a sometimes-formidable subject, Parsons presents elementary topics in logic for people who have little background in mathematics or science and have no career goals in those fields.

In this candid, sobering assessment of the country's current fiscal maladies, economist Parks explains why he predicts capitalism is now rushing to its demise.

In this informative discussion of Americans' growing distrust, Kennedy argues that diversity is not the reason people trust less. The culprit is a loss of faith in the social and governing institutions, and the remedy is to make them trustworthy once more.

Whether you're an experienced racer or just starting out, knowing how to keep your bike in peak condition is essential to your enjoyment of the sport. Being able to recognize the early warning signs of trouble--and knowing what to do about them--means less time and money spent getting your bike fixed and more time spent in the saddle.Road Bike Maintenance is a practical guide to do-it-yourself preventive maintenance. Clearly illustrated throughout with step-by-step photographs, this manual is fully up to date with the latest bikes and bike technology. Spiral bound for ease of use in the workshop, this hands-on guide is an essential companion for weekend riders and serious cyclists alike. Look inside to find: - An introduction to the road bike- Tools and workshop set-up- Advice on how to avoid problems in the first place- Illustrated step-by-step guides to repairing and maintaining every part of your bike (featuring components from all the major manufacturers)- A day in the life of a professional mechanic on tour

Do some animals have morally laden emotions? Dixon examines various arguments in favor of this idea and finds them lacking. Each chapter begins with an animal story or anecdote to illustrate the theme to be covered.

In this compelling argument for a new direction in U.S. energy policy, a world-renowned engineer and the bestselling author of "The Case for Mars" lays out a bold plan for breaking the economic stranglehold that the OPEC oil cartel has on our country and the world.

Experienced poker player, tournament champion, attorney, and businessman Apostolico takes core poker philosophies and applies them to various business situations.

Dr. Korr explains with enthusiasm and great clarity how any reader can, through a holistic approach to health and applying scientifically based osteopathic principles, improve quality of life and promote successful aging.

In this broad overview of humanitys predicament, psychiatrist Benjamin Kovitz illustrates the parallels between anxiety in the individual and discord in civilization as a whole.

The Cyclist's Training Manual is the definitive guide to skills development and fitness training for every cyclist. From those new to cycling to experienced racers looking for an edge, this book will help you to become a better rider.All major cycling disciplines are covered, including road racing, time trials, track, cross country and downhill mountain biking, cyclo-cross, and even cyclo-sportive. And every page is packed with solid advice and support, from insider tips to detailed training programs.Combined with action photography and training tips from some of the world's leading riders, this manual provides everything you need to take to the road, track, or trail.Get insider tips on: Cycling skills - from how to go fast to stopping quickly and safely, as well as group riding, climbing, descending, cornering, and other essential skills. Components of fitness - from the upper body strength of the downhill mountain biker to the endurance of the long distance rider - which elements of fitness to focus on. Choosing your races - how to get started on the cycling discipline that matches your strengths, plus tactical tips and goals from more experienced riders. Developing training plans - step-by-step guidance for training plans, personal analysis, and detailed schedules for every discipline and event. Keeping healthy - an A-Z section detailing all you need to know to keep healthy, from nutrition and hydration to dealing with aches and pains

Joshi characterizes the aggrieved lament of conservatives as the last gasp of those who know their ideas will be confined to the dustbin of history.

From the author of "Republican Like Me" comes an expos of the harrowing and hilarious reality of living in red-state America.

Using the Bible as primary evidence, with the finest modern scholarship as supporting evidence, Arthur Blech lucidly demonstrates that anti-Semitism is no accident of history, no tragic consequence of ignorance, or the influence of a few contemporary figures of unique evil. Blech argues that both Christianity and Judaism are responsible for anti-Semitism in claiming divine revelation as the source of their scriptures. By assuming divine authority, members of both religions felt justified in persecuting nonbelievers. In the case of Judaism, non-Jews were rejected as inferior to the "chosen people"; and in the case of Christianity, Jews in particular became the object of contempt because Christians believed that Jews had spurned divine revelation in the form of God's son. Blech carefully explores the foundations of both major faiths, surgically dismantling their claims to divinity. Since more than a century of scientific research shows beyond a shadow of a doubt that the Bible was not divinely inspired, but composed by all-too-human authors, Blech makes clear that the hatred and contempt these human authors preached have irreparably misled Christians and Jews alike. The Causes of Anti-Semitism shows that the curse of anti-Semitism has been kept alive by inventions and myths--artificial props to support the evil agenda of corrupt individuals throughout history. This new paperback edition of The Causes of Anti-Semitism contains substantial new additions to the original hardcover edition of the book.

Lane examines America's changing attitudes toward the politics of decency and spells out strategies for combating the rising influence of the puritanical Religious Right.

""Writing in a highly readable style, independent of religious dogma, Robinson in Life, Liberty, and Happiness comprehensively tackles the big questions with the basic understanding that 'if you keep before you the core idea, "live and let live," you will never go far wrong'...Robinson offers a coherent viewpoint on the big questions, a comprehensive optimist manifesto, not packed with bland bromides but thought-provoking ideas." -The Review of Metaphysics

""Professor Bellinzoni has written a thoughtful and challenging book which must be taken seriously by all those who take the continued influence of Christianity for granted. A part of this challenge is to acknowledge the discrediting of central elements of the gospel history. But the other challenge, just as important, is to identify those parts of that tradition which might be reformulated for a future in which the role of Christianity in ethics, society, and culture is greatly diminished." R. Joseph Hoffmann Chair, Committee for the Scientific Examination of Religion at the Center for Inquiry Professor of Religion Emeritus, Wells College

Opportunity knocks, but it doesn't break the door down. Mark Twain said he was "seldom able to see an opportunity until it had ceased to be one." Francis Bacon wrote that "a wise man will make more opportunities than he finds." Albert Einstein noted that "in the middle of difficulty lies opportunity." And Rabelais reported, "I have known many who could not when they would, for they had not done it when they could." Is our understanding of opportunity limited to clever sayings, homely folk wisdom, and contradictory aphorisms, or can we mount a more systematic approach to learning what makes an opportunity?Are there practical implications to gaining a firmer understanding of what constitutes an opportunity? Author Donald Morris believes there are, and he convincingly demonstrates his belief in the context of what he calls high-end opportunities--those rare but critically important and time-bound occasions where what we choose to do or to become inexorably shapes and alters the future course of our lives. Reliably recognizing and effectively confronting such opportunities is an ability that can be honed and refined when we become aware of the disparate dimensions of opportunity and learn to view important problems by focusing in turn on each facet comprising an opportunity's richness and potential.

Originally published in 1926, this classic investigation into the question of the historicity of Jesus by Maurice Goguel, Professor of New Testament Criticism at the University of Paris, is considered one of the most important rebuttals of the "Myth Theory" of Christian origins. Advocated by a number of scholars in Europe and America, the theory maintained that Christianity evolved as an amalgam of salvation myths in circulation during the early centuries of the Roman Empire. The corollary of the theory is that the historical Jesus never existed.Goguel first examines the meager non-Christian evidence from antiquity that attests to the existence of Christianity -- i.e., in the works of Tacitus, Pliny, and Josephus, among others. Based on a statement about Christians in the Annals of Tacitus, Goguel is convinced that Tacitus knew of a document that "connected Christianity with the Christ crucified by Pontius Pilate." He then devotes considerable attention to the letters of Paul, pointing out many points of historical reference in Paul that make it highly probable that Jesus was an actual religious leader. In particular he notes the sometimes-contentious relation between Paul and James, the brother of Jesus, as well as Jesus' apostles. He asks why such details of conflict and disharmony among early Christians would be preserved in accounts that were completely fabricated.Finally, he examines the four gospels. While recognizing their inadequacy as reliable historical accounts and the implausibility of reports of miracles in them, he argues that claims of miraculous power were commonplace in describing extraordinary persons in antiquity, including Roman emperors and heroes. Goguel's analysis is especially important because he applies a thoroughly rationalist critique to the gospels without suggesting that the historical core of the story is negated by the fabulous and mythological details that give it context.This classic text is essential reading for anyone interested in the modern quest for the historical Jesus.

Sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium are the primary electrolytes that regulate and preserve the health of body systems. Since those electrolytes come from our food as nutrient minerals, diet is the key mediator of electrolyte balance for the body. In this important, well-researched book, W. Rex Hawkins, M.D., presents persuasive evidence that the standard American diet does not provide an appropriate balance of electrolytes. The consequences are serious health problems such as hypertension, heart disease, osteoporosis, kidney stones, Crohn's disease, and more. With a clear, straightforward style Dr. Hawkins reviews the nutritional research that documents the harmful effects of excessive sodium usage and of potassium, magnesium, and calcium neglect. He castigates our two-trillion-dollar food industry for the deliberate and well-camouflaged addition of sodium to foods and for their neglect of low-sodium alternatives. Writing from the perspective of a chemical engineer and vitreal-retinal ophthalmic specialist, Dr. Hawkins helps the reader sort out the conflicting claims of fad diets such as that of Atkins and Suzanne Somers vs. traditional food-pyramid recommendations. Full of essential information not readily available elsewhere, "Eat Right--Electrolyte" gives the consumer the knowledge to choose foods wisely and obtain optimal health by focusing on electrolyte content.

""A lively set of insights on the sports world as a whole makes Counsel in the Crease a highly recommended pick indeed." - Internet Bookwatch "Swados's Buffalo love seeps from every page...The book covers everything a Sabres fan could desire...It's all here...Written with wit, warmth, and an often surprising level of honesty, the book is a success for hockey freaks and even those with just moderate interest in the game...for a long-time Sabres fan, Counsel in the Crease is damn near un-missable, offering some of the juiciest views of the franchise's backroom dealings a fan will ever see." - Buffalo Spree "...an in-depth, detailed look at the Sabres' franchise through the eyes and ears of Swados....pro-Buffalo, pro-Sabres, pro-Knox group, a man who spills his blue and gold blood all over these pages. He takes the reader into the board rooms, into the locker rooms, into negotiations, everywhere but in the faceoff circles and the corners of the rink...This is the definitive history - or at least one version - of the first 35 years of the Sabres' franchise, told as oral history, by a man who was there. Many of the principals from the first 30 years of the franchise have taken these conversations and negotiations to their graves; Bob Swados has made sure the history will survive...this is a fascinating read for those who want to hear one man's version of what happened in the board rooms and behind the scenes." ." - The Buffalo News "[Swados] uses an obsession with detail in a sophisticated way to reveal the complexity behind his subject....fans of [the Buffalo Sabres] will thoroughly enjoy Swados's insider views of the Sabres and its various owners. General hockey fans will be enlightened by Swados's insights into the sport's various financial and legal imbroglios." - Publishers Weekly

""I recommend this book to all congregational libraries."- Church and Synagogue Libraries"In this accessible answer to the Gospel according to Brown, Price, a member of the Jesus Seminar, examines the facts behind (or perhaps not to be found anywhere near) The Da Vinci Code...Price's bibliography is especially helpful for settling those seemingly eternal cocktail party debates."- Reference & Research Book News"Robert Price writes as entertainingly as Dan Brown, covering a wide range of sources. His main purpose is to give to the nonexpert the actual information about sources that Dan Brown so often misuses. His book will act as a guide to many who are bewildered by the current rage for fiction claiming to be Christian history."- Barbara Thiering, author of Jesus the Man

For more than twenty-five years, FalconGuide® has set the standard for outdoor recreation guidebooks. Written by top outdoors experts and enthusiasts, each guide invites you to experience the endless adventure and rugged beauty of the great outdoors.A FalconGuide® to Everglades National Park and the Surrounding Area leads you to 2.5 million acres of pristine and diverse landscapes and wildlife habitats-from dry, rocky pineland to open marshes. Discover the best scenic vistas, wildlife viewing opportunities, outdoor adventures, and wilderness experiences this subtropical region in southern Florida has to offer. Look inside to find:where to hike, bike, kayak, and canoedetailed maps and trail descriptionsfacts about the area's history, flora and fauna, and weatherlocal hazards and safety precautionslists of canoe rentals, shuttle services, and campsites

What happens to journalists who expose uncomfortable truths? "Silenced" answers this and other questions regarding censorship with the stories of journalists who risked their careers so that the public might be informed.

In the last few decades, as new reproductive technologies have been developed, couples desiring children have increasingly turned to various medical interventions when natural conception has been unsuccessful. These new technologies have raised ethical concerns from various quarters, including medical ethics committees, the American Fertility Society, and the Roman Catholic Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.In this informative overview of the ethical implications of reproductive technologies, philosopher Richard T. Hull offers a cross-section of the thinking of individuals specializing in the ethical and legal problems involved in this new area of medicine.The contributors reflect interests as varied as those of the enthusiastic proponent of the new reproductive technologies, the feminist opposing the exploitation of women, the social critic worrying about erosion of the responsibilities of parenting, and the traditionalist concerned with the transformation of the fundamental moral fabric and social character of the family. Many of the chapters include cases for further discussion and reflection. Also included are three speculative scenarios: selections from Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale, Aldous Huxley's Brave New World, and Gena Corea's report of the drive to develop an artificial womb.New to this edition are a glossary, which provides succinct definitions of highly technical terms and Web sites for further information, and a thorough index.This excellent collection of expert articles will stimulate appreciation of the complex and mutitiered character of moral decision-making as it is experienced by patients, medical professionals, and legislators and jurists charged with preserving, protecting, and applying justly the principles of society.

A Preface to Politics (1913) was the first book of political commentary published by Walter Lippmann, one of the most widely read and influential journalists of the 20th century. Shortly after its publication, Lippmann cofounded The New Republic magazine, in which he regularly published the kind of astute political analysis that he debuted in A Preface to Politics. He later served in the administration of Woodrow Wilson and had a decisive influence on the formulation of Wilson's famous Fourteen Points. But his greatest influence came from the popular syndicated column called "Today and Tomorrow," which he wrote for thirty years. At its height 250 newspapers across the nation carried Lippmann's column, and eventually it won two Pulitzer Prizes.A prevailing theme throughout the essays in A Preface to Politics is that successful politicians are those who know how to tap into public needs and give voice to the concerns of the common man. The inherent logic and intellectual respectability of any particular policy are less important, Lippmann says, than its ability to arouse the emotions and express the deep feelings of a constituency. He points to Theodore Roosevelt as the prime example in his day of a politician who understood how to rally the public behind a cause.He also comments extensively on socialism, which was a rising political force in the beginning of the 20th century. Though he felt some sympathy with the socialist cause in this early work, he also astutely points out its many weaknesses. Later in his career, Lippmann turned completely away from socialism.A book of both historical interest and of enduring insights into the political process, A Preface to Politics will enhance the bookshelves of journalists, political scientists, historians, and all who value good writing.

The easy-to-read, question-and-answer format simultaneously solves readers' problems and provides them with an often gently humorous, occasionally provocative, and frequently poignant look into the emotions and lives of their fellow caregivers.

The current climate of American journalism is fraught with incestuous relations between government and a handful of Fortune 500 corporations that own and operate news organizations. From News Corporation's Fox News, General Electric's NBC, Viacom's CBS, Disney's ABC, and Time Warner's CNN to Clear Channel's massive radio empire, what the mainstream media present as "news" has become largely a "paid political announcement" born of favor trading, conflict of interest, and self-serving, bottom-line corporate logic. As a result of such accommodationism, American viewers receive a homogenized, censored version of reality and the watchdog of American democracy, the press, has become a docile instrument of governmental authority and big money.In this timely collection of essays by more than a dozen of the nation's top media scholars, critics, and journalists, including a preface by Arthur Kent, the present media crisis is carefully exposed. From coverage of the war in Iraq to national security, this book details the manner in which journalists have walked in lockstep to the self-serving quid pro quo of government and corporate media giants. Among the many topics broached are methods of media manipulation and propagandizing; the claim that the media is liberal; media ownership, rules, and deregulation; alternative media; the threat to free access to information on the Internet; the effects of media consolidation on actors, producers, agents, managers, and lawyers in the film industry; and the standardization of music and reduction of localism in radio. The contributors include media critic Danny Schechter, political analyst Michael Parenti, Mother Jones publisher Jay Harris, the ACLU's Barry Steinhardt and Jay Stanley, former FCC Chairman Reed Hundt, and many other distinguished commentators.Not only does this book expose the current crisis, it proposes solutions to it, pinpointing legal and constitutional challenges, reviewing recent FCC rulings and congressional legislation, and proposing structural changes in the ways diverse media currently operate. For any American who prizes democracy, this book is a clear wake-up call to look more carefully behind the superficial slogans of a free America and the stars and stripes strategically displayed on the TV monitor.

The author reveals the potential for nuclear terrorism on U.S. soil in this shocking exposE. Based on the findings of U.S., Israeli, Pakistani, and U.K. intelligence, Williams argues that the theft of tactical nuclear weapons from Russian arsenals have in all likelihood made their way to terrorist cells throughout the United States in preparation for the next attack. Although the media have reported on some of these threatening developments and government insiders have acknowledged the threat of nuclear attack, no one until now has put all the pieces together in a coherent, no-nonsense way. Williams makes a persuasive case that terrorists have the motive and the means and are waiting for the right opportunity to launch an apocalyptic attack against the "Great Satan" of America.