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Blockchain and the Water Supply Chain: Opportunities, Challenges and Innovations (ISTE Invoiced)
by Abhishek Kumar Priya Batta S. Oswalt Manoj Dhaya Chinnathambi Srivel RaviBlockchain and the Water Supply Chain explores the transformative potential of blockchain technology in ensuring sustainable, transparent and efficient water governance. Placing water at the center of smart infrastructure innovation, the book addresses the urgent need for trustworthy and traceable systems in the distribution and management of water resources. This book also delves into how blockchain can revolutionize the water supply chain through decentralized monitoring, smart contracts and immutable data records to reduce losses, enhance accountability and enable real-time decision making. It analyzes key challenges such as interoperability, scalability and regulatory hurdles, while also showcasing innovative use cases and pilot projects across the globe. With contributions from experts in water management, blockchain and environmental policy, this book bridges the gap between digital innovation and sustainable resource management, and is an essential guide for researchers, policymakers and technologists aiming to reshape the future of water systems.
Chatbots and Beyond: Exploring the Future of Conversational Technology in Education (ISTE Invoiced)
by Vikas Kumar Manju LataChatbots and Beyond provides an innovative analysis of the transformative prospective of conversational technology in the field of education. It reveals the numerous advantages of integrating chatbots into an educational environment and identifies the obstacles in their perfect integration. This book explores how these technologies can reform teaching and learning experiences, modify learning paths, and streamline administrative processes by using real-world examples and case studies. Rapid developments in artificial intelligence and its implementation in education have also raised many eyebrows. With millennial students practicing the application of AI on a large scale, it has become important to harness its power for student life cycle integration. With the educational landscape promptly developing, this book makes a strong case for embracing conversational technology as a cornerstone of future-focused educational methods, and serves as a complete guide for researchers, educators and administrators, proposing practical advice and techniques for utilizing chatbots to create a more productive, efficient and engaging learning environment.
When Water Became Blue
by Anaïs Barbeau-LavaletteAnnie Ernaux meets Annie Dillard in this sultry story of a woman’s obsession with a painter — and a river. A woman is on an artists’ retreat on an island in the St. Lawrence Seaway, taking time away from her partner and her daughter to write. There she encounters a painter who spends his days with his easel set up on the shore trying to capture the blue of the water. They are drawn to each other, and their desire builds, through conversations about art and the colour blue, into a passionate extramarital affair, both deep and fleeting.Savage in its beauty, this new work from Anaïs Barbeau-Lavalette is a novel of resilience and longing, staking out the territory of female desire, exploring how it’s been regarded through the ages and how it’s reflected in art and nature.Following the bestselling Suzanne and To the Forest, this latest offering in a series of novels about women by Anaïs Barbeau-Lavalette captures the power and beauty of desire set against the power and beauty of nature. An accomplished filmmaker, Barbeau-Lavalette writes with a visual flair, embodying both the calm and the turbulence of the river that runs through the story.
Most Honorable Son: A Forgotten Hero's Fight Against Fascism and Hate During World War II
by Gregg JonesForeword by Naomi Ostwald Kawamura of Densho Introduction by William Fujioka of JANM Afterword by Jonathan Eig The first comprehensive biography of unjustly forgotten Japanese American war hero Ben Kuroki, who fought the Axis powers during World War II and battled racism, injustice, and prejudice on the home front. WINNER OF THE NEBRASKA BOOK AWARD Ben Kuroki was a twenty-four-year-old Japanese American farm boy whose heritage was never a problem in remote Nebraska—until Pearl Harbor. Among the millions of Americans who flocked to military stations to enlist, Ben wanted to avenge the attack, reclaim his family honor, and prove his patriotism. But as anti-Japanese sentiment soared, Ben had to fight to be allowed to fight for America. And fight he did. As a gunner on Army Air Forces bombers, Ben flew fifty-eight missions spanning three combat theaters: Europe, North Africa, and the Pacific, including the climactic B-29 firebombing campaign against Japan that culminated with the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He flew some of the war&’s boldest and bloodiest air missions and lived to tell about it. In between his tours in Europe and the Pacific, he challenged FDR&’s shameful incarceration of more than one hundred thousand people of Japanese ancestry in America, and he would be credited by some with setting in motion the debate that reversed a grave national dishonor. In the euphoric wake of America&’s victory, the decorated war hero used his national platform to carry out what he called his &“fifty-ninth mission,&” urging his fellow Americans to do more to eliminate bigotry and racism at home. Told in full for the first time, and long overdue, Ben&’s extraordinary story is a quintessentially American one of patriotism, principle, perseverance, and courage. It&’s about being in the vanguard of history, the bonding of a band of brothers united in a just cause, a timeless and unflinching account of racial bigotry, and one man&’s transcendent sense of belonging—in war, in peace, abroad, and at home.
Calder Brand: A Beautifully Written Historical Romance Saga (The Calder Brand #1)
by Janet DaileyFans of the hit TV show Yellowstone and it&’s two prequel series, 1888 and 1923, will fall in love with the first book in this Western ranching saga filled with romance, adventure, and the epic mystique of the Old West.&“A sprawling, emotional love story.&” —Publishers Weekly The Calder family patriarch is known throughout Montana as a force no one in his right mind would cross. But in New York Times bestselling author Janet Dailey&’s latest novel, sometimes love can make even the most stubborn man do crazy things. Lost and left for dead after a violent stampede, a young cowboy battles his way to Montana and a fresh start among the cattlemen wresting vast empires from the wilderness. Joe is no saint, but he proves himself a hero many times over, giving his heart along the way to the fiercely independent midwife who saves his life, then bears his child out of wedlock. Sarah&’s ambition is to train as a doctor, but harsh reality dictates a different life path. One that will test her strength and courage but end in the new life of her dreams . . .Dailey fearlessly explores the sheer grit of the women and men who settled the frontier, the characters, both strong and weak, who competed for a piece of the open range, and the fascinating, never more timely story of America's westward expansion.
A Beacon in the Night (The Secret Churchill Files)
by David LewisLike a female James Bond but with better one-liners, an unflappable British spy works alongside her aristocratic partner to root out homegrown Nazi collaborators in this riveting, action-packed WWII caper for fans of Jacqueline Winspear, Susan Elia Macneal, and Charles Todd. Now available in paperback!London, 1941. Britain has endured the relentless bombing campaign of the Blitz and emerged scarred but unbroken. Caitrin, too, strives to weather each challenge that comes her way, though her ever-ready banter belies deep heartbreak and loss. But now the war has entered another phase. Instead of indiscriminate bombing, the Luftwaffe is pinpointing historic targets with the help of homing beacons placed by the enemy. It&’s as if Germany plans to erase Britain&’s very essence and culture, destroying morale as it does so. Caitrin is no fan of the landed gentry, even if her fellow operative and friend, Lord Hector Neville-Percy, is one of them. Yet soon it is not just historic targets under attack, but hospitals and nursing homes too. Tasked with rooting out the saboteurs placing the beacons, she finds that all roads lead to Daniel &“Teddy&” Baer, a charismatic Whitechapel crook who will crush anyone who interferes with his dreams—Caitrin included. As a member of the female-driven 512 counterespionage unit, Caitrin understands how often women are underestimated and overlooked—and how to use it to her advantage. Yet she&’s not the only one who knows how to hide in plain sight, how to outwit and manipulate. And sometimes, as with a beacon hidden deep within a building, danger only becomes apparent when it flares to life, right before the moment of impact . . .
Calder Grit: A Sweeping Historical Ranching Dynasty Novel (The Calder Brand #2)
by Janet DaileyCentered on a ruthless family that rivals the Duttons on the hit TV show Yellowstone, the drama of the powerful Calder clan continues to rage in 1909 Montana. As the countryside explodes in violence, the Calder patriarch has the power to stop the destruction, though some believe Benteen Calder is only stoking the flames for his own gain. One man courageously straddles the divide… That man is Blake Dollarhide, the ambitious young owner of Blue Moon&’s lumber mill. When Blake&’s spoiled half-brother takes advantage of the innocent daughter of a homesteading family, Blake steps in as Hanna Anderson&’s bridegroom to restore her honor and give her unborn child his name. But Blake doesn&’t count on the storm of feelings he develops for sweet Hanna. When the war between the factions rages anew, everyone wonders if Blake will stand by the close-knit community he serves, or the wife he took in name only… A marriage of love is more than Hanna ever dreamed of. For her family, surviving the rugged trip west, claiming a parcel of land and planting their first crops on the vast prairie are the only things that matter. Which is why the unexpected passion she feels for her husband is all the more poignant. But even as she longs to trust the strong bond growing between her and Blake, Hanna knows it will take courage and grit to overcome the differences between them. And even greater strength of will to put down roots in this wild new country.Praise for The Calder Brand series debut&“Dailey highlights the brutal reality of survival in the American West while building a sprawling, emotional love story. . . . Both fans and newcomers to Dailey&’s novels will be pleased.&”—Publishers Weekly on Calder Brand
MKTG 14: Principles of Marketing
by Charles W. Lamb Joe F. Hair Carl McDanielEmploying practical and contemporary real-world examples, Lamb/Hair/McDaniel's MKTG, 14th Edition, effectively engages students and fosters relatable connections to the material. With its easy-to-follow structure, it offers clear explanations of essential concepts, making it valuable for both educators and students. Enhance your ability to provide an effective, comprehensive and engaging learning experience for your students with Lamb/Hair/McDaniel's MKTG, 14th Edition.
Health Politics and Policy
by James A. Morone Daniel C. EhlkeHEALTH POLITICS AND POLICY, 5th Edition walks you through the inner workings of health care policymaking, from the legislative process to socioeconomic impacts, and reveals both modern and historical perspectives in exciting detail. A collection of writings by some of today's sharpest political minds and policy-makers, the book explores factors that shape the U.S. health care system and policy, such as values, government, and private players, and compares them to other countries for international context. Helpful learning features throughout include review questions and problems, supporting tables and graphs, and special \"Consider This\" essays that bolster chapter concepts. In an environment of ever-changing policies and politics, the new edition seamlessly integrates themes of the past and present-day dilemmas with a look to the future of health care politics in America.
Consumer Behavior
by Deborah J. MacInnis Rik Pieters Wayne D. HoyerThe popular CONSUMER BEHAVIOR, 7E draws key concepts from marketing, psychology, sociology, and anthropology to present a strong foundation and highly practical focus on real-world applications for today’s global business environment. The new edition of this pioneering text incorporates cutting-edge research and current business practices, including extensive coverage of social media influences, increased consumer power, and emerging neuroscience findings. Students also examine controversies in consumer decision-making involving money, goals, emotions, charity, health, materialism, and sustainability. This edition increases its emphasis on social responsibility and ethics in marketing, examining both the dark side and constructive possibilities. With even more real-world examples and thought-provoking application exercises, including new opening examples and closing cases in every chapter, CONSUMER BEHAVIOR, 7E provides a thorough, yet engaging, guide to this essential subject.
A Most Disorderly Court: Scandal and Reform in the Florida Judiciary (The Florida History and Culture Series)
by Martin A. DyckmanIn the 1970s, justices on the Florida Supreme Court were popularly elected. But a number of scandals threatened to topple the court until public outrage led to profound reforms and fundamental changes in the way justices were seated.One justice abruptly retired after being filmed on a high-roller junket to Las Vegas. Two others tried to fix cases in lower courts on behalf of campaign supporters. A fourth destroyed evidence by shredding his copy of a document into "seventeen equal" strips of paper that he then flushed down a toilet.As the journalist who wrote most of the stories that exposed these events, Martin Dyckman played a key role in revealing the corruption, favoritism, and cronyism then rampant in the court.A Most Disorderly Court recounts this dark period in Florida politics, when stunning revelations regularly came to light. He also traces the reform efforts that ultimately led to a constitutional amendment providing for the appointment of all Florida's appellate judges, and emphasizes the absolute importance of confidential sources for journalists.
Acquisition Management
by R. M. EngelbeckYour Step-by-Step Guide to Today's Best Procurement Practices"Acquisition Management is a great book for those in the government acquisition business. It is complete and well documented. I was especially impressed with the format which makes it valuable for training people new to the acquisition field and as a reference to those with more experience."Brig. Gen. James C. Dever, Jr.USAF (Ret.)Formerly, DCS Contracting and Manufacturing, Air Force Systems CommandWhether you're a contractor or government personnel, one thing is for sure: The federal procurement process is undergoing a major overhaul. And, to be successful, you must master a host of new methods, rules, and requirements. New from Management Concepts, Acquisition Management is the first step-by-step guide to the government's new strategies and methods for procurement.This new, streamlined acquisition process adopts the best practices of the business world to boost cost-efficiency and reduce the time from contract development to delivery. Acquisition Management prepares you fully to understand and apply these new acquisition techniques, teaching you how to manage contract risk and work more effectively as a member of a multi-functional team.Key Features• Reviews acquisition principles to help you develop a basis for decision-making• Gives you step-by-step guidance for every phase of the process, from solicitation to closeout• Places the procurement process in a risk management context to help you troubleshoot problems and ensure success• Outlines the roles and tasks of major players in the process to help you work more effectively as part of the contracting team• Presents pertinent information from the FAR at each applicable point in the acquisition process
Slavery by Any Other Name: African Life under Company Rule in Colonial Mozambique (Reconsiderations in Southern African History)
by Eric AllinaBased on documents from a long-lost and unexplored colonial archive, Slavery by Any Other Name tells the story of how Portugal privatized part of its empire to the Mozambique Company. In the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries, the company governed central Mozambique under a royal charter and built a vast forced labor regime camouflaged by the rhetoric of the civilizing mission.Oral testimonies from more than one hundred Mozambican elders provide a vital counterpoint to the perspectives of colonial officials detailed in the archival records of the Mozambique Company. Putting elders' voices into dialogue with officials' reports, Eric Allina reconstructs this modern form of slavery, explains the impact this coercive labor system had on Africans’ lives, and describes strategies they used to mitigate or deflect its burdens. In analyzing Africans’ responses to colonial oppression, Allina documents how some Africans succeeded in recovering degrees of sovereignty, not through resistance, but by placing increasing burdens on fellow Africans—a dynamic that paralleled developments throughout much of the continent.This volume also traces the international debate on slavery, labor, and colonialism that ebbed and flowed during the first several decades of the twentieth century, exploring a conversation that extended from the backwoods of the Mozambique-Zimbabwe borderlands to ministerial offices in Lisbon and London. Slavery by Any Other Name situates this history of forced labor in colonial Africa within the broader and deeper history of empire, slavery, and abolition, showing how colonial rule in Africa simultaneously continued and transformed past forms of bondage.
Ways of the World for the AP® World History Modern Course Since 1200 C.E.: A Global History with Sources
by Robert Strayer Eric NelsonSucceed in AP® World HistoryAuthors Robert Strayer and Eric Nelson provide the historical content as well as the historical analysis skills students need to succeed in AP® World History.
A History of World Societies, Value Edition, Combined Edition
by Jerry Davila John McKay Roger Beck Clare Crowston Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks Patricia Buckley EbreyA History of World Societies provides a concise overview of world history by sharing the cultural stories of global people -- all through a regional lens.
Juiceboxers
by Benjamin HertwigFinalist for the 2025 Governor General's Literary AwardFinalist for the 2025 Amazon Canada First Novel AwardWinner of the Robert Kroetsch City of Edmonton Book PrizeA powerful debut novel about four young soldiers serving in Afghanistan, and the devastating aftermath of war."An unvarnished, intimately informed dissection of war's physical and emotional derangements." – Omar El Akkad, author of What Strange Paradise and American War Sixteen-year-old Plinko is attending basic training before high school starts up again in the fall. Feeling adrift from his own family, he moves in with an older soldier, where he forges an unlikely group of friends in the military: the very tall Walsh, who moves in shortly after Plinko does; Abdi, whose Somali immigrant parents often welcome the group of young men over for dinner; and the unpredictable and gun-loving Krug, who is brash and exasperating yet magnetic. After 9/11, the military prepares to move into Afghanistan — to go to war. Plinko and his friends have no idea that the trajectory of their lives is about to be irrevocably altered. Drawn from the author's experiences as a soldier in Afghanistan, Juiceboxers tenderly traces the story of a young man's journey from basic training, to the battlefields of Kandahar, to the inner city of Edmonton, braiding together questions of masculinity and militarism, friendship and white supremacy, loss and trauma and hard-won recovery.
One China, Many Taiwans: The Geopolitics of Cross-Strait Tourism
by Ian RowenOne China, Many Taiwans shows how tourism performs and transforms territory. In 2008, as the People's Republic of China pointed over a thousand missiles across the Taiwan Strait, it sent millions of tourists in the same direction with the encouragement of Taiwan's politicians and businesspeople. Contrary to the PRC's efforts to use tourism to incorporate Taiwan into an imaginary "One China," tourism aggravated tensions between the two polities, polarized Taiwanese society, and pushed Taiwanese popular sentiment farther toward support for national self-determination. Consequently, Taiwan was performed as a part of China for Chinese group tourists versus experienced as a place of everyday life. Taiwan's national identity grew increasingly plural, such that not just one or two, but many Taiwans coexisted, even as it faced an existential military threat. Ian Rowen's treatment of tourism as a political technology provides a new theoretical lens for social scientists to examine the impacts of tourism in the region and worldwide.
W. E. B. Du Bois
by Jeni WittrockExplore the life and achievements of W.E.B. Du Bois, a scholar, civil rights activist, and cofounder of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People NAACP.
Experiments with Plants
by Isabel ThomasRead and Experiment is an engaging series, introducing children to scientific concepts. Explore the world of plants with clear text, real-world examples and fun, safe step-by-step experiments. This book brings botanical science to life, explaining the concepts and encouraging children to be hands-on scientists.
The Resilient Pastor
by Glenn PackiamFeaturing analysis based on the latest sociological data from the Barna Group, pastor and influencer Glenn Packiam helps Christian leaders reflect on the rich theology of their calling and bring the bright hope that Jesus is alive to their congregants.
Toward an Exegetical Theology
by Walter C. Kaiser Jr.Proposes a method of biblical interpretation consisting of the following steps: contextual analysis, syntactical analysis, verbal analysis, theological analysis, and homiletical analysis.
The Toxic War on Masculinity
by Nancy R. PearceyBestselling author and cultural commentator explores the history of masculinity, the rise of the “toxic masculinity” conversation, and the paradigm-shifting sociological evidence showing that Christianity provides a better blueprint—and better real-world outcomes—when it comes to solving the problem of toxic behavior in men.
Introducing World Religions
by Charles E. FarhadianThis beautifully designed, full-color textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to the world’s religions, including history, beliefs, practices, and contemporary expressions.
Effective Bible Teaching
by James C. Wilhoit and Leland RykenIn this updated edition of a trusted classic, two Christian education specialists provide readers with the knowledge and methods needed to effectively communicate the message of the Bible.
Whole and Reconciled: Gospel, Church, and Mission in a Fractured World
by Al TizonThe ministry of reconciliation is the new whole in holistic ministry. It must be if the Christian mission is to remain relevant in our increasingly fractured world. This book offers a fresh treatment of holistic ministry that takes the role of reconciliation seriously, rethinking the meaning of the gospel, the nature of the church, and the practice of mission in light of globalization, post-Christendom, and postcolonialism. It also includes theological and practical resources for effectively engaging in evangelism, compassion and justice, and reconciliation ministries. Includes a foreword by Ruth Padilla DeBorst and an afterword by Ronald J. Sider.