This open access book is an original contribution to the knowledge on fishing and research associated with one of the most enigmatic fish of our seas: bluefin tuna, Thunnus thynnus (L.). Based on available evidence, it reconstructs the possible methods used to catch large spawners in the Strait of Gibraltar thousands of years ago and describes the much more recent overfishing that led to a great reduction in the catches of the trap fishery on the area and the disappearance of the northern European fisheries. It is the first book to relate the overfishing of juvenile fishes in certain areas to the decline of large spawners in other very distant areas, revealing one of the main underlying causes of this decline, which has remained a mystery to the fishing sector and scientists alike for over 50 years. This finding should serve to prevent similar cases from arising in the future.

A Simple Guide to U.S. Immigration and Citizenship

Immigration in America is a complex issue. And as with any worthwhile goal, securing your citizenship requires a lot of work. You'll face many obstacles, and potential pitfalls, but being educated about the process is the first step toward getting what you want.

The Reverend Luis Cortes Jr. has developed this simple guide to lead you through the complicated web of bureaucracy and to answer many of your questions. For example: What happens if you're in the United States without papers? What could prevent you from getting a green card? What are the different types of visas? You'll also find "Warnings" to protect you from fraudulent offers and the risk of deportation. Most important, Cortes informs you of your rights, because whether you're a legal immigrant or not, you do have rights.

You're not alone. About 51 million American households carry credit card debt at an average balance of nearly $12,000. Credit trouble is a problem you can't ignore. No matter how much money you earn or where you live, if you've made mistakes with credit in the past, those mistakes will haunt you -- unless you empower yourself to fix them. And you can.

Managing your credit can be a complicated issue, but the Reverend Luis Cortes Jr. provides an easy-to-follow guide to help you handle the process. Any amount of debt, no matter how scary the number, can be paid off with a little planning and a lot of determination. The sooner you begin, the easier your task will be. Let Reverend Cortes help you today before your situation becomes worse tomorrow.

HIV/AIDS is a scary subject. Not only can it destroy a body but it can also destroy a family, friendships, and even a community. Nobody likes to talk about it, but ignoring the problem won't make it go away. In fact, what you don't know can hurt you and somebody else. The only way we can overcome this disease is through education, precaution, and proper treatment, because "nobody" is immune.

The Reverend Luis Cortes teaches you how to understand the virus and the disease. Prevention is the best approach, but contracting HIV is no longer a death sentence. There are now a variety of treatment choices available and people are living with it, not dying from it. Above all, whether you or someone you know has HIV/AIDS, or you simply want to educate yourself, realize this: There is an answer.

It's hard to think about buying a home. Where do you begin? How do you know if you're ready? What forms must you fill out? How can you avoid being taken advantage of? You might even feel that owning a home is so far beyond your means that it's unattainable. Purchasing a home is easier than you think.

The Reverend Luis Cortes Jr. guides you through this complicated process and shows you how to turn your dream into a reality. The home-buying experience can be difficult, but a house provides more than just a roof over your head. It is an investment that promotes stability, enhances your well-being, and empowers you. Attaining all of this is simple. All it takes is learning the process, developing a plan, setting a goal, and working toward it. The Reverend Luis Cortes Jr. shows you how.

El VIH y el SIDA son temas que asustan. No solo pueden destruir un cuerpo, sino que tambien pueden destruir una familia, las amistades y hasta una comunidad. A nadie le gusta hablar de eso, pero ignorar el problema no hara que este desaparezca. La unica manera en que podremos superar esta enfermedad es a traves de la educacion, la precaucion y el tratamiento adecuado, ya que "nadie" es inmune.

En "Hay una respuesta," el reverendo Luis Cortes Jr. te ensena a entender este virus. La prevencion es el mejor metodo, pero contraer VIH ya no es una sentencia de muerte. Ahora hay una serie de tratamientos disponibles y las personas que se han contagiado pueden vivir con la enfermedad. Si tu tienes VIH o SIDA, conoces a alguien que lo tenga o si tan solo quieres educarte acerca de este tema, recuerda lo siguiente: Hay una respuesta.

Usted no esta solo. Alrededor de 51 millones de familias estadounidenses tienen deudas en tarjetas de credito con un saldo promedio de 12.000 dolares. El problema del credito es algo que no se debe ignorar. No importa cuanto dinero gane ni donde viva, si ha cometido errores de credito en el pasado, esos errores lo perseguiran, a menos que se empene en enmendarlos. Y usted puede hacerlo.

Controlar su credito puede ser un asunto complicado, pero el libro "Repare su credito hoy" le ofrece un metodo facil de seguir para ayudarle durante el proceso. Cualquiera que sea el monto de su deuda, no importa cuan alarmante sea la cifra, puede saldarse, con un poco de planificacion y mucha determinacion. Cuanto antes comience, mas facil le resultara la tarea. El libro "Repare su credito hoy" lo ayuda hoy antes de que su situacion empeore manana.

De inmigrante a ciudadano:
Como obtener o cambiar su estatus migratorio en Estados Unidos
La inmigracion en Estados Unidos es un asunto complejo. Y al igual que cualquier otra meta que valga la pena, obtener la ciudadania en este pais exige muchisimo trabajo. Se enfrentara a multiples obstaculos, pero educarse acerca del proceso es el primer paso para llegar a obtener sus papeles.
Este sencillo manual lo orientara a traves de la complicada red de la burocracia y respondera a muchas de sus preguntas. Por ejemplo: Que pasa si entra en EE.UU. sin documentos? Que puede impedirle la obtencion de la tarjeta verde? Cuales son los distintos tipos de visa? Tambien encontrara advertencias para protegerlo de ofertas fraudulentas y del riesgo de la deportacion. Y algo sumamente importante, el Rdo. Cortes le informa cuales son sus derechos, porque ya sea inmigrante legal o no, usted tiene derechos en este pais.