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Would you know how to prepare for an unforeseen emergency, or
handle an unexpected disaster? With real-world considerations in
mind, disaster preparedness consultant David Black shows us how to
stay alive when tragedy strikes. His step-by-step actions can help
us make it safely through a variety of crises, from catastrophic
weather to terrorism to civil unrest. Black presents tailor-made
plans for individuals, businesses, organizations, small groups, and
communities to follow, in all regions of the country and broken
down by type of emergency and environment. In addition, he provides
a hierarchy for response including communication, healthcare, food,
water, and shelter in the absence of institutions and commercially
available services and supplies.
Comprehensive Heterocyclic Chemistry IV provides a first point of
entry for scientists interested in heterocyclic ring systems. Given
the rapid expansion of publications in this field, this compilation
of definitive reviews is especially important and invaluable.
Written by leading scientists who have evaluated and summarized the
most important data published over the last decade, this book is an
invaluable addition to the reference library of anyone working with
heterocyclic ring systems. Spanning 14 volumes, over 13,000 pages,
and 240 chapters, this new edition builds on, and complements, the
material in previous editions. This comprehensive resource is
designed to be used both as a standalone resource and in
conjunction with earlier works.
Spring, 1941. France has fallen but the Free French naval forces
are in no mood to surrender. Royal Navy Sub-Lieutenant Harry
Gilmour is also ready for action, despite the horrors of his first
taste of submarine warfare. When he is appointed as British Navy
Liaison Officer aboard the Free French submarine Radegonde, he
finds it anarchic, disorientating-and very French. Within its
claustrophobic confines, suspicion and misunderstanding are rife.
So when Radegonde is sent on a mission to Martinique, it's vital
that these proud men learn to work together, especially as it seems
everyone from Churchill to de Gaulle-not to mention Hitler-has a
stake in the outcome. Will Harry be able to navigate these
dangerous waters safely and return with hard-won wisdom, or will
old enemies arise to sink him?
Despite the transition from apartheid to democracy, South Africa is
the most unequal country in the world. Its extremes of wealth and
poverty undermine intensifying struggles for a better life for all.
The wide-ranging essays in this sixth volume of the New South
African Review demonstrate how the consequences of inequality
extend throughout society and the political economy, crippling the
quest for social justice, polarising the politics, skewing economic
outcomes and bringing devastating environmental consequences in
their wake. Contributors survey the extent and consequences of
inequality across fields as diverse as education, disability,
agrarian reform, nuclear geography and small towns, and tackle some
of the most difficult social, political and economic issues. How
has the quest for greater equality affected progressive political
discourse? How has inequality reproduced itself, despite best
intentions in social policy, to the detriment of the poor and the
historically disadvantaged? How have shifts in mining and the
financialisation of the economy reshaped the contours of
inequality? How does inequality reach into the daily social life of
South Africans, and shape the way in which they interact? How does
the extent and shape of inequality in South Africa compare with
that of other major countries of the global South which themselves
are notorious for their extremes of wealth and poverty? South
African extremes of inequality reflect increasing inequality
globally, and The Crisis of Inequality will speak to all those -
general readers, policy makers, researchers and students - who are
demanding a more equal world.
In David Black's "Canyoneering: A Guide to Techniques for Wet and
Dry Canyons," readers learn the hazards and risks of canyoneering,
the skills required to gain mastery of canyoneering style and
technique, and simple, effective ways to negotiate hazardous
terrain. This completed updated, thorough, and to-the-point guide
will provide easily understood descriptions of skills used by
leading-edge canyoneers and promote simple techniques for solving
complex problems. The purpose of this book is to equip canyoneers
at all levels with the technical skills they need to enjoy a clean
canyoneering experience and avoid dangerous mistakes. This
full-color book is the only guide endorsed by the American
Canyoneering Association.
Includes information on:
The right way to apply climbing, caving, and whitewater skills to
technical canyoneeringAn explanation of technical canyon
ratingsSimple, effective ways to negotiate hazardous terrainTwelve
classic canyons in North America and their ratingsACA-certified
instructors, guides, and guide service
In daily life, we can take control of the resources and services we
depend on. Electricity and energy don't have to come off the public
utility grid--alternatives abound in solar, wind, and water
generated power. Design decisions can drastically affect power
consumption, and bio-diesel and alternative fuels can help break
the oil habit. Dave Black describes alternatives for eco-pimping
your home and lifestyle for independence, economy, and a more
integrated way of life. Equally valuable for the urban dweller
vaguely concerned about the size of his or her carbon footprint and
the rural self-sufficiency enthusiast, "Living Off the Grid" can
help anyone take control of his or her life and way of living.
Recent events have taught us all that anyone, anywhere can face an
emergency situation. Do you have the tools, equipment, and
knowledge to ensure the safety of your family? With the expert
advice in this handbook, you can be better prepared for any
emergency: Terrorist attack Fire Flood Tornado Winter storm
Hurricane Landslide Earthquake Drought Nuclear emergency Civil
unrest And more In this updated edition, Dave Black addresses the
full range of disaster that can turn an ordinary day into a fight
for survival. He offers advice on alarms, insurance, preparing a
"disaster kit," planning for evacuation, communication, emergency
food handling, first aid, and more. With real-world considerations,
he lays out the step-by-step responses that could save you and your
family in a time of crisis.
Description Ruby is a dynamic language perfect for creating
applications, development tools, and administrative scripts. The
Well-Grounded Rubyist, Third Edition is a perfect tutorial for
newcomers to Ruby and a great way for experienced Rubyists to
deepen their understanding of the language. Key features * Fully
updated to cover the latest in Ruby 2.5 * Clear explanations of
Ruby concepts and how to apply them * Simple examples to seal in
the learning * Prepares readers to use Ruby anywhere for any
purpose Audience This book teaches Ruby from the ground up. The
reader should have command of basic programming concepts in another
language. About the technology Because it's the backbone of the
well-loved Ruby on Rails web framework, Ruby has become one of the
most popular programming languages in the world. David A. Black is
an internationally-known Ruby developer, author, trainer, speaker,
and event organizer, as well as a co-founder of Ruby Central.
Joseph Leo III is a Ruby teacher, mentor, and community advocate.
He is the lead organizer of the Gotham Ruby Conference (GoRuCo) and
founder of Def Method.
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