Download or read book Titanic 1912 written by Pinaki Bagh and published by Pinaki Bagh. This book was released on 2023-07-15 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a captivating journey back in time to the year 1912 and unravel the untold secrets of the most infamous maritime tragedy in history - the sinking of the Titanic. In this meticulously researched and thought-provoking ebook, 'Titanic 1912: The Truth Behind the Disaster,' you'll discover a treasure trove of hidden facts, shocking revelations, and gripping narratives that will forever change your understanding of that fateful night. Delve into the riveting accounts of survivors, witness testimonies, and recently unearthed documents that shed new light on the events leading up to the Titanic's ill-fated collision with an iceberg. Uncover the political, social, and economic factors that played a role in the disaster, challenging conventional narratives and exploring the human stories often overlooked. With meticulous attention to detail, the author provides a comprehensive analysis of the ship's construction, the crew's actions, and the decisions made before and after the collision. Engrossing and deeply moving, 'Titanic 1912: The Truth Behind the Disaster' transports you to the heart of the tragedy, allowing you to experience the fear, courage, and resilience of those on board. This meticulously crafted ebook not only provides a fresh perspective on the Titanic's sinking but also examines the far-reaching impact it had on maritime safety regulations and the collective consciousness of society. It is a tribute to the lives lost and a testament to the enduring lessons learned from this monumental disaster. Immerse yourself in a narrative that combines historical accuracy with a compelling storytelling style, making 'Titanic 1912: The Truth Behind the Disaster' a must-read for history enthusiasts, maritime enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to uncover the truth about this iconic event. Don't miss your chance to explore the hidden depths of the Titanic's untold story. Purchase your copy of 'Titanic 1912: The Truth Behind the Disaster' today and discover a new understanding of this tragic moment in history

Download or read book Chasing Icebergs written by Matthew H. Birkhold and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-02-07 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A deeply intelligent and engrossing narrative that will transform our relationship with water and how we view climate change. The global water crisis is upon us. 1 in 3 people do not have access to safe drinking water; nearly 1 million people die each year as a result. Even in places with adequate freshwater, pollution and poor infrastructure have left residents without basic water security. Luckily, there is a solution to this crisis where we least expect it. Icebergs—frozen mountains of freshwater—are more than a symbol of climate change. In his spellbinding Chasing Icebergs, Matthew Birkhold argues the glistening leviathans of the ocean may very well hold the key to saving the planet. Harvesting icebergs for drinking water is not a new idea. But for the first time in human history, doing so on a massive global scale is both increasingly feasible and necessary for our survival. Chasing Icebergs delivers a kaleidoscopic history of humans’ relationship with icebergs, and offers an urgent assessment of the technological, cultural, and legal obstacles we must overcome to harness this freshwater resource. Birkhold takes readers around the globe, introducing them to a colorful cast of characters with wildly different ideas about how (and if) humans should use icebergs. Sturdy bureaucrats committed to avoiding another Titanic square off against “iceberg cowboys” who wrangle the frozen beasts for profit. Entrepreneurs selling luxury iceberg water for an eye-popping price clash with fearless humanitarians trying to tow icebergs across the globe to eradicate water shortages. Along the way, we meet some of the world’s most renowned scientists to determine how industrial-scale iceberg harvesting could affect the oceans and the poles. And we see firsthand the looming conflict between Indigenous peoples like the Greenlandic Inuit with claims to icebergs and the private corporations that stand to reap massive profits. As Birkhold shepherds readers from Connecticut to South Africa, from Newfoundland to Norway, to Greenland and beyond, he unfurls a visionary argument for cooperation over conflict. It’s not too late for icebergs to save humanity. But we must act fast to form a coalition of scientists, visionaries, engineers, lawyers and diplomats to ensure that the “Cold Rush” doesn’t become a free-for-all.

Download or read book Sound Images of the Ocean written by Peter Wille and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2005-12-06 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sound Images of the Ocean is the first comprehensive overview of acoustic imaging applications in the various fields of marine research, utilization, surveillance, and protection. The book employs 400 sound images of the sea floor and of processes in the sea volume, contributed by more than 120 marine experts from 22 nations.

Download or read book The Icy Planet written by Emeritus Associate Scott Polar Research Institute Colin P Summerhayes and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2023-01-03 with total page 473 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For most people, planet Earth's icy parts remain out of sight and out of mind. Yet it is the melting of ice that will both raise sea level and warm the climate further by reducing the white surfaces that reflect solar energy back into space. In effect, our icy places act as the world's refrigerator, helping to keep our climate relatively cool. The Icy Planet lays out carbon dioxide's role as the control knob of our climate over the past 1000 million years, then explores what is happening to ice and snow in Antarctica, the Arctic and the high mountains. Colin P. Summerhayes takes readers to the world's icy places to see what is happening to its ice, snow, and permafrost. He recounts tales from his own visits to these frozen landscapes, shining a light on some of the wonders he has encountered in his travels. He also brings together pieces of the climate story from different scientific disciplines, and from the past and the present, to illustrate how Earth's climate system works. Utilizing geological records of climate change alongside new technologies in ice coring, Summerhayes crafts a detailed and compelling record of Earth's climate history and examines how that can be used as a window into our future.

Download or read book The Sinking of the Titanic written by Louise Park and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2013-01-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The sinking of the Titanic is one of the world’s greatest disasters. A ship that was deemed “unsinkable” had a fatal encounter with an iceberg. This accident caused major, and many believe totally preventable, loss of life. Readers will be captivated by all of the amazing facts.

Download or read book Criminal Anthroposcenes written by Anita Lam and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-06-09 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book compares and contrasts traditional crime scenes with scenes of climate crisis to offer a more expansive definition of crime which includes environmental harm. The authors reconsider what crime scenes have always included and might come to include in the age of the Anthropocene – a new geological era where humans have made enough significant alterations to the global environment to warrant a fundamental rethinking of human-nonhuman relations. In each of the chapters, the authors reframe enduringly popular Arctic scenes, such as iceberg hunting, cruising and polar bear watching, as specific criminal anthroposcenes. By reading climate scenes in this way, the authors aim to productively deploy the representation of crime to make these scenes more engaging to policymakers and ordinary viewers. Criminal Anthroposcenes brings together insights from criminology, climate change communication, and tourism studies in order to study the production and consumption of media representations of Arctic climate change in the hope of to mobilizing more urgent public and policy responses to climate change.

Download or read book P is for Puffin written by Janet Skirving and published by Sleeping Bear Press. This book was released on 2017-09-01 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If someone should ask you "Where you 'longs to?," he's probably from Newfoundland and Labrador, and he wants to know where you are from. The name of this exotic and wonderfully unusual province was officially changed to include Labrador in 2001. P is for Puffin takes children on an alphabetical tour of this fascinating land, where they can see 60-foot icebergs and 22 varieties of whales, make music on an accordion or an "ugly stick," taste such delicacies as seal flipper pie and moose stew and hear of a history that's rich with Viking explorers, shipwrecks, and pirates' treasures.

Download or read book Uncle John s Bathroom Reader Vroom written by Bathroom Readers' Institute and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-08-15 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Uncle John will get your motor running with this all-new edition dedicated to cars, trucks, trains, buses, motorcycles, mopeds, roller coasters...and of course, the Wienermobile. Uncle John has the need…for speed! (But he always uses his turn signal.) Hop on in and let the Bathroom Readers’ Institute take you on the ultimate road trip. From the first motorized vehicles to the flying cars of tomorrow, you’ll race around the world to learn about some great sets of wheels and the gear heads who make them go. And not just cars, this book has planes, trains, roller coasters, yachts, and massive machines that literally move mountains. So strap on your seatbelts--it’s going to be a fun ride! Read about... * Secrets of Hollywood car chases * The original Cannonball Run * Taking a ride in the hot-tub limo * The drag queen * The history of airships * The Black Beetle: a New York Central train outfitted with jet engines * The yacht that cost more than some countries’ GDP * Around the world in 25 ways * A car without a driver * A look at how a jet engine works * Ghost planes and haunted ships * Pal Newman buys a Beetle * The origin of crash-test dummies And much, much more!

Download or read book Newfoundland and Labrador Book of Musts written by Janice Wells and published by Nimbus+ORM. This book was released on 2010-10-15 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the best-kept secrets of Canada’s charming northeastern province with this insider’s guide for new visitors and longtime lovers of the region. From whale-watching on the shore of St. Vincent’s and hiking Terra Nova to kissing the cod and catching greasy pigs at the largest garden party in the world, this essential volume explores the easternmost Canadian province. Highlighting the suggestions of notable Newfoundlanders and Labradorians from across the island—including comedian Mary Walsh, artist Brenda McLellan, Great Big Sea front man Alan Doyle, and Premier Danny Williams—this guide supplies lists of all the secret places locals and tourists simply must discover.

Download or read book Invisible Iceberg written by Joel N. Myers and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2024-01-16 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the impactful ways that climate and weather changed the very course of human history from the founder and CEO of AccuWeather! Join AccuWeather founder and CEO Dr. Joel N. Myers on a journey from the beginning of time to the modern day to see how weather and climate impacted world events throughout history, both the good and the bad. Learn about the comet that hit Earth almost 67 million years ago, and how it triggered a massive climate disruption that led to the extinction of the dinosaur; the dramatic climate shift in 1213 BC that created the conditions for the Ten Plagues of Egypt, a foundational moment in three major world religions; how superior knowledge of the winds allowed the ancient Greeks to prevail over Persian attackers in 400 BC; the volcano in 44 BC that helped launch the Roman Empire; how Tropical storms thwarted Mongol invaders and preserved an independent Japan in 1273; how the "Little Ice Age" ushered in the age of the European Witch Trials, which eventually influenced the Salem Witch Trials; the shipwreck of the Sea Venture in 1609 in an Atlantic hurricane that inspired Shakespeare's last play TheTempest; the fog that helped to create an independent United States of America during the Revolutionary War; the storm in 1814 that ended the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte; the "Great White Hurricane," i.e. two major blizzards, that helped create the New York Subway System in 1888; and so much more! Also explored are weather what-ifs, including the haunting question: Would the hurricane that remained off the coast have prevented the deadly attacks of September 11, 2001, if it had just moved inland? Dr. Myers founded AccuWeather, the world's most accurate source of highly localized weather forecasts and warnings everywhere in the world, in 1962, and ever since, he has been the foremost authority on all things weather. Invisible Iceberg: When Climate and Weather Shaped History is an exciting, sometimes shocking, trip around the world and through time to prove once and for all that weather really does shape the world and the course of history!

Download or read book Ivan s Appeal written by Catherine Drury and published by Stamford House Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While enjoying a family cruise in the Antarctic, Jo (12 years) and Colin (9 years) hear someone calling from the ocean depths. Colin and Jo freeze on the spot, in shock and in wonder. They had both heard it. They were not going mad. An iceberg had spoken to them. What's more, it had called itself Ivan.

Download or read book Our World God s Visible Language written by Jerry Salloum and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2022-05-18 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “How could you ever have thought [our world] was the ultimate reality? How could you ever have thought that it was merely a stage set for the moral drama of men and women?” For the many who share these thoughts from C.S. Lewis, our world is far more than mere matter, space and energy. Its orderly patterns, its reliable processes and arresting natural beauty give it the capacity to speak, without words, a mysterious language that feeds our curiosity and wonder about it. We are drawn into the world of the audacious, with thoughts beyond the conventional, to posit an intelligent and imaginative Artist and Architect whose ineffable Creation in both its spatial and temporal dimensions defies adequate verbal expression. In delving into revelation contained in various earth sciences and within the pages of the Bible, Our World: God’s Visible Language reveals a congruency between these two avenues to Truth, that the visible Creation repeatedly declares the glory and mystery of the invisible God, and that science is not an enemy to faith. Informative and written with imagination and personal anecdotes, these pages provide readers an opportunity to better understand the invisible God and His written Word, nudging us toward a loftier context in which life can be lived and enjoyed with hope and purpose.

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Download or read book True North written by Myron Arms and published by Upper Access Books. This book was released on 2021-07-27 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the fiords of northern Labrador to the icefields of western Greenland, from the outports of Newfoundland to the tiny fishing villages of Iceland and the Faroe Isles, best-selling author and lifelong sailor Myron Arms chronicles the experience of two-and-a-half decades of voyaging into some of the most remote destinations on Earth.Presented as a series of sixteen personal essays, True North is at once a tale of white-knuckled adventure, a celebration of natural places, and a quest for contact with the planet we live on. Thought-provoking and environmentally savvy, True North expresses one man's fierce determination to encounter the natural world, to live deliberately within it, to strive to minimize one's footprint upon it, and to bear witness to it before it is altered irretrievably-before it is lost. Also by the author: Riddle by the Ice 9780385490931, Cathedral of the World9780385494762, Servants of the Fish9780942679298

Download or read book The High Seas written by Olive Heffernan and published by Greystone Books Ltd. This book was released on 2024-05-21 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this “essential guide to the half of our blue planet we call the high seas” (Will McCallum, author of How to Give Up Plastic), one of the world’s leading voices on the issue tracks the race to exploit and protect our last frontier. Two thirds of the world’s oceans lie beyond national borders. Owned by all nations and no nation simultaneously, the high seas are home to some of the richest and most biodiverse environments on the planet. But they are also home to exploitation on a scale that few of us have imagined. Here, out of sight and out of mind, industry and economic progress rule and lax enforcement and apathy are the status quo, underscored by a battle to control, profit from, protect, or obliterate the world’s largest, wildest commons. In this book, Heffernan uncovers the truth behind deeply exploitative fishing practices, investigates the potentially devastating impact of deep-sea mining, and holds to task the Silicon Valley interventionists whose solutions to climate change are often wildly optimistic, radically irresponsible, or both. This is a powerful and deeply researched manifesto calling for the protection and preservation of this final frontier.

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Download or read book Icebergs written by Grant R. Bigg and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2015-11-26 with total page 427 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Icebergs are a prime example of an environmental phenomenon that brings together multiple disciplines in the polar sciences, from the physics of calving and melting to the geology of their solid deposits and sea floor interactions. Icebergs are also increasingly seen to play key roles in past and present climate change. This book gives a comprehensive, multidisciplinary view of icebergs and their interaction with the Earth system, from the physical and biological interaction with the ocean and climate, to how iceberg detritus informs us about past Earth history. Societal and cultural aspects of icebergs are also examined, in terms of the risks and opportunities posed by icebergs in the modern world, as well as how these might develop in the future. With extensive illustrations and key links to online resources, Icebergs is a valuable reference for academic researchers and graduate students studying oceanography, cryospheric science, climatology and environmental science.