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Deep Water: Joseph P. Macheca and the Birth of the American Mafia

Deep Water: Joseph P. Macheca and the Birth of the American Mafia

Martha Macheca Sheldon; Thomas Hunt

Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2010
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Second Edition: Set in the Gilded Age of New Orleans, this historical biography conveys J.P. Macheca's epic life story, as it finally sets the record straight on the 1890 assassination of Police Chief David Hennessy and the 1891 Crescent City lynchings. A longtime street warrior for the corrupt and ruthless New Orleans Democratic machine, Macheca was also the patron of the fledgling American Mafia in southern Louisiana. His underworld connections brought him into conflict with Hennessy and ultimately cost him his life. Macheca and ten other men implicated in Hennessy's assassination were killed while held within Orleans Parish Prison. The incident is remembered as the largest lynching in American history. However, the authors argue that Macheca's life was ended not through the spontaneous rage of a lynch mob but through a calculated act of betrayal by Macheca's former friends and allies. As Macheca's life story unfolds, Deep Water examines the many momentous events of his time and place, including Civil War, federal occupation, Reconstruction, violent political and racial division. The authors illustrate the deliberate influence of the Democratic "Ring" on the growth of the Mafia criminal society, and they underline the inextricability of organized politics and organized crime in the period. Comments on the book's First Edition: "Deep Water is a worthy addition to the organized crime canon and the greater body of books on Civil War-era America." - Scott M. Deitche, author and Blogcritics reviewer. "Deep Water is a memorable reading experience... This book will force a reassessment of a famous event in the history of American organized crime." - Dr. Peter Dale Scott, author. Deep Water was SILVER MEDAL winner, regional nonfiction category, 2008 Independent Publisher Book Awards.
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The Elementalist (The Void Walker Series)

The Elementalist (The Void Walker Series)

Author Joshua Thomas

Lulu Publishing
2019
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Join a boy named Zeryl, who loses his parents from a tragedy caused by an evil tyrant. He awaits the day of the Aurora Animae Rebirth when he can exact his revenge on this tyrant and avenge his parents. To accomplish this task he must first attain the nine elemental relics and earn their respect. In his journey he learns what it means to walk his true path, as he faces many trials and adversities plus some near death experiences.
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Introduction to Water Resources and Environmental Issues

Introduction to Water Resources and Environmental Issues

Karrie Lynn Pennington; Thomas V. Cech

Cambridge University Press
2009
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How much water does the world need to support growing human populations? What factors influence water quality, droughts, floods, and waterborne diseases? What are the potential effects of climate change on the world's water resources? These questions and more are discussed in this thorough introduction to the complex world of water resources. The strength of the book is its coverage of the fundamentals of the science of water, aquatic ecology, geomorphology and hydrology, supplemented by internet resources and examples from water resource issues in the news to engage the student. The book begins with a short history of human use and influence on water, followed by chapters on the geomorphology, hydrology, chemistry, and biology of lakes, rivers, and wetlands. Major disease issues, worldwide water quality and quantity problems, and potential solutions are addressed. Water laws, water allocation, and the conflicts involved are discussed using US and international examples. Students in departments of environmental studies, life science, Earth science, and engineering will benefit from this broad survey of these crucial issues.
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Introduction to Water Resources and Environmental Issues

Introduction to Water Resources and Environmental Issues

Karrie Lynn Pennington; Thomas V. Cech

Cambridge University Press
2021
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How much water does the world need to support growing human populations? What are the potential effects of climate change on the world's water resources? These questions and more are discussed in this thoroughly updated and expanded new edition. Written at the undergraduate level, this accessible textbook covers the fundamentals of water resources, water law, allocation, quality and quantity, health issues, and provides examples of potential personal actions and solutions. There is a keener focus on climate change, as many of the predictions made in the first edition have now come to pass. This new edition features improved artwork, more active learning prompts, more positive examples of beneficial changes, basic introductions to scientific approaches and a discussion of emerging contaminants and LiDAR technology. It contains strong teaching features, with new 'In Depth' and 'Think About It' sections to encourage class discussion, and homework questions to test students' understanding.
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Salt and Water, Power and People: A Short History of Hooker Electrochemical Company

Salt and Water, Power and People: A Short History of Hooker Electrochemical Company

Robert E. Thomas

Literary Licensing, LLC
2013
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Salt And Water, Power And People: A Short History Of Hooker Electrochemical Company is a book written by Robert E. Thomas that provides a comprehensive account of the history of Hooker Electrochemical Company. The book explores the company's origins, its growth and development, and its impact on the chemical industry.The author delves into the company's early days, tracing its roots back to the 19th century when it was founded as a small chemical company in Niagara Falls, New York. He then explores how the company expanded over the years, eventually becoming one of the leading producers of chemicals and plastics in the United States.The book also examines the social and environmental impact of Hooker Electrochemical Company. Thomas discusses the company's role in the development of the chemical industry and its impact on the surrounding community. He explores the environmental controversies that the company faced, including its role in the Love Canal disaster, a major environmental disaster that occurred in the 1970s.Overall, Salt And Water, Power And People: A Short History Of Hooker Electrochemical Company is a fascinating exploration of the history of one of America's most significant chemical companies. It provides a detailed account of the company's growth, its impact on the industry, and its role in shaping the social and environmental landscape of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Arid Lands Water Evaluation and Management

Arid Lands Water Evaluation and Management

Robert Maliva; Thomas Missimer

Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH Co. K
2012
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A large part of the global population lives in arid lands which have low rainfall and often lack the water required for sustainable population and economic growth. This book presents a comprehensive description of the hydrogeology and hydrologic processes at work in arid lands. It describes the techniques that can be used to assess and manage the water resources of these areas with an emphasis on groundwater resources, including recent advances in hydrologic evaluation and the differences between how aquifer systems behave in arid lands versus more humid areas. Water management techniques are described and summarized to show how a more comprehensive approach to water management is required in these areas, including the need to be aware of cultural sensitivities and conditions unique to many arid regions. The integration of existing resources with the addition of new water sources, such as desalination of brackish water and seawater, along with reusing treated wastewater, will be required to meet future water supply needs. Also, changing climatic conditions will force water management systems to be more robust so that future water supply demands can be met as droughts become more intense and rainfall events become more intense. A range of water management techniques are described and discussed in order to illustrate the methods for integrating these measures within the context of arid lands conditions.
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Arid Lands Water Evaluation and Management

Arid Lands Water Evaluation and Management

Robert Maliva; Thomas Missimer

Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH Co. K
2016
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A large part of the global population lives in arid lands which have low rainfall and often lack the water required for sustainable population and economic growth. This book presents a comprehensive description of the hydrogeology and hydrologic processes at work in arid lands. It describes the techniques that can be used to assess and manage the water resources of these areas with an emphasis on groundwater resources, including recent advances in hydrologic evaluation and the differences between how aquifer systems behave in arid lands versus more humid areas. Water management techniques are described and summarized to show how a more comprehensive approach to water management is required in these areas, including the need to be aware of cultural sensitivities and conditions unique to many arid regions. The integration of existing resources with the addition of new water sources, such as desalination of brackish water and seawater, along with reusing treated wastewater, will be required to meet future water supply needs. Also, changing climatic conditions will force water management systems to be more robust so that future water supply demands can be met as droughts become more intense and rainfall events become more intense. A range of water management techniques are described and discussed in order to illustrate the methods for integrating these measures within the context of arid lands conditions.
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History of British Birds: Volume 2, Containing the History and Description of Water Birds

History of British Birds: Volume 2, Containing the History and Description of Water Birds

Thomas Bewick

Cambridge University Press
2013
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Thomas Bewick (1753–1828) is synonymous with finely crafted wood engravings of the natural world, and his instantly recognisable style influenced book illustration well into the nineteenth century. During his childhood in the Tyne valley, his two obsessions were art and nature. At fourteen, he was apprenticed to the engraver and businessman Ralph Beilby (1743–1817) with whom he later published A General History of Quadrupeds (also reissued in this series). The present work, with its text compiled from various sources, was the first practical field guide for the amateur ornithologist, inspiring also artists and writers. Each of the two volumes contains hundreds of illustrations of breathtaking beauty and precision: one for each species, neatly capturing its character in exquisite detail, interspersed with charming vignettes of country life. Volume 2, first published in 1804, covers water birds, including sandpipers, terns, grebes and guillemots.
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