Dr. Daniel B. Botkin objectively assesses the true prospects, limitations, costs, risks, dangers, and tradeoffs associated with every leading and emerging source of energy, including oil, natural gas, coal, hydroelectric, nuclear, wind, solar, ocean power, and biofuels. Next, Botkin addresses the energy distribution system, outlining how it currently works, identifying its inefficiencies, and reviewing options for improving it. Finally, Botkin turns to solutions, offering a realistic, scientifically and economically viable path to a sustainable, energy-independent future: one that can improve the quality of life for Americans and for people around the world. The Future of Fossil Fuels What can we realistically expect from oil, gas, and coal? Will Alternative Energy Sources Really Matter? Running the numbers on solar, wind, biofuels, and other renewables Must We All Wear Sweaters and Live in Caves? The right role for efficiency--and why energy minimalism isn’t the solution Where We Can Start--and What Will Happen if We Don’t No magic bullet, but there are sensible, realistic solutions

Powering the Future: A Scientist's Guide to Energy Independence

Science & Math

Botkin, Daniel

Technology

Ft Pr

Often referred to as America's national epic of exploration, the 28-month Lewis and Clark expedition was certainly America's greatest odyssey. Commissioned in 1804 by Thomas Jefferson, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set off on the greatest wilderness trip ever recorded. Beginning in St. Louis, they navigated up the Missouri River and through the prairies, enduring a winter with the Mandan Indians in North Dakota, reaching the summit of the Rocky Mountains and then following the Columbia River to their final destination, the Pacific Ocean. Trained in natural history and in the methods of collecting plant and animal samples, Lewis and Clark carefully and meticulously recorded the conditions of the rivers, prairies, forests, mountains, and wildlife of pre-industrial America. Now, in this new edition of Our Natural History, Daniel B. Botkin, a distinguished botanist and naturalist, re-creates the grand journey--taking us on an exciting ecological adventure back to the landscape of the great American West. In retracing their steps, Botkin reveals what this western landscape actually looked like and how much it's been changed by modern civilization and technology. With fresh insight, Botkin shows us that from the explorers' observations, we can learn much about the environment of our past, our environment today, and what our environment might be in the future. Now with a new Afterword marking the 200th anniversary of the expedition, this timely and thought-provoking book captures our imagination and stimulates our sentiment with lessons about our environment and our place within it. Our Natural History offers a stunning and rare portrait of the rugged, beautiful, disappearing wilderness of the American West.

Our Natural History: The Lessons of Lewis and Clark

History

Americas

Oxford University Press

Understanding the most important things in the Bible is not rocket science. The plan of salvation is so simple even a child can understand it, and most of the commandments for saved people are likewise simple: Be kind to one another. Love one another. Hate evil; cling to that which is good. Unfortunately, some topics and passages can be difficult to correctly interpret and are easy to misinterpret. This book will help both the seasoned scholar and the new Bible student navigate and apply those difficult passages with clearer understanding and wisdom. In this comfortable & clear guide to studying God's Word, Hermeneutics – A Practical Guide to Understanding & Interpreting The Holy Scriptures, Daniel Botkin presents principles and examples in context, language, linguistics and literal vs. non-literal approaches to studying God’s Word. Find Daniel's first two books on his Lulu Spotlight page: "A Heart to Pray and a Mind to Pray" and, "Crossing Over".

Hermeneutics - A Practical Guide to Understanding & Interpreting The Holy Scriptures: ""

Religion & Spirituality

lulu.com

Forces of Change: A New View of Nature

Two eminent scientific organizations team up to explore the dynamic movements within the natural world through stunning photography and unmatched research.

Arts & Photography

Photography & Video

National Geographic

The books of Ezra and Nehemiah tell the story of the Jews who came out of Babylon and returned to the land of their fathers to rebuild and restore Jerusalem. These books are more than just an ancient record of events that happened in the distant past, they are filled with inspiration and instruction that is relevant to 21st-century disciples of Yeshua (Jesus) who have heard the end-time call to come out of spiritual Babylon and return to the holy realm of the heavenly places. If you have heard the call to leave the carnality, the confusion, and the worldly compromise that exists in today's church . . . If you long to return to the ancient paths of the Patriarchs and Prophets . . . If you want to earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered to the saints . . . then this book is for you.

A Heart to Pray & A Mind to Work: Inspiration & Instruction from Ezra & Nehemiah

Christian Books & Bibles

Crossing Over: ""

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If you are one of those unfortunate individuals afflicted with the disability called DADD - Dylan Appreciation Deficit Disorder - you will probably just scratch your head in bewilderment and wonder why anyone would enjoy these riddles. But "Bobcats" - hardcore Dylan fans who are familiar with the songs of Bob Dylan - will appreciate this book of over 100 riddles. The answer to every question is a line from a Dylan song or the title of a Dylan song. Dylan fans will also enjoy the bonus feature "Me 'n' Bob," the humorous and heart-warming account of the author's Dylan-related escapades.

Riddles for Fans of Bob Dylan: Bonus: Author's Dylan-Related Escapades

Humor & Entertainment

Humor

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Powering the Future: A Scientist's Guide to Energy Independence

Our Natural History: The Lessons of Lewis and Clark

Hermeneutics - A Practical Guide to Understanding & Interpreting The Holy Scriptures: ""

Forces of Change: A New View of Nature

A Heart to Pray & A Mind to Work: Inspiration & Instruction from Ezra & Nehemiah

Crossing Over: ""

Forces of Change: A New View of Nature

Forces of Change: A New View of Nature

Riddles for Fans of Bob Dylan: Bonus: Author's Dylan-Related Escapades