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In The Gales of November, award-winning journalist John U. Bacon presents the definitive account of the disaster, drawing on more than 100 interviews with the families, friends, and former crewmates of those lost. Bacon explores the vital role Great Lakes shipping played in America’s economic boom, the uncommon lives the sailors led, the sinking’s most likely causes, and the heartbreaking aftermath for those left behind—“the wives, the sons, and the daughters,” as Gordon Lightfoot sang in his unforgettable ballad.

In August of 1914, the British ship Endurance set sail for the South Atlantic. In October 1915, still half a continent away from its intended base, the ship was trapped, then crushed in the ice. For five months, Sir Ernest Shackleton and his men, drifting on ice packs, were castaways in one of the most savage regions of the world. Lansing describes how the men survived a 1,000-mile voyage in an open boat across the stormiest ocean on the globe and an overland trek through forbidding glaciers and mountains.

2015 saw the worst American maritime disaster in decades. The captain of the SS El Faro commanded his crew to sail straight into a hurricane. The ship sank and all 33 crew members died. The sinking raised troubling questions: Why did the captain choose to sail into the hurricane? Why did no one on board or on shore stop him? And why was such an old and heavily loaded ship even allowed on the water? The crew of the SS El Faro is gone, but their haunting final hours were preserved by the ship’s black box.

Success isn’t just about creating a successful business, the fame, or the money. It’s about seizing every opportunity to learn and grow. It’s about the person you are behind the scenes. Throughout his career, Jesse James has been known as many things: reality star, criminal, thrill seeker, husband, father, entrepreneur. With all these titles, Jesse has built his empire on one common theme—hard work.

Fatal Forecast chronicles a dramatic fight for survival aboard two small fishing boats that were ambushed by a horrific surprise storm just southeast of Cape Cod. Soon after the Fair Wind and the Sea Fever reached the fishing ground at Georges Bank, they were hit with hurricane-force winds and massive 90-foot waves that battered the boats for hours. The direction of the wind made it impossible to turn back.

All answers to the ACS knowledge items included for the oral exam. Organized by area of operation and task, this book provides no nonsense answers to all ACS knowledge items for the oral exam tasks. This review is designed specifically for applicants preparing for the FAA private pilot oral exam under the latest Airman Certification Standards (ACS). We've spent hundreds of hours designing this guide so you can just do what you do best, ace your exam! All information in this review was pulled for approved FAA resources and organized into ACS format.

The Fast-Track CDL Study Guide & Exam Prep (2026-2027) is built for busy adults who want to pass the CDL exam quickly and the first time. It gives you a clear, step-by-step plan that adapts to your schedule, whether you have a few days or a few weeks. Whether you’re after local routes, long-haul runs, or the freedom of being your own boss with the right plan, you can get there faster than you think.

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE BEST TRAVEL BOOK OF 2025 By the YouTube sensation with three million followers, the inspiring account of a young woman who, in a moment of personal crisis, embarked on an epic, transcontinental motorcycle ride—and along the way found a...

Your first purchase of an electric vehicle is a big decision, so let's explore all the available options together! Guide to Using Electric Cars will provide you with insight into everything from sedans to SUVs. Plus, I'll help break down the advantages that come along with going electric - like saving money and reducing your carbon footprint-before you go car shopping. With this information in hand, there's no doubt that you can find a ride tailored perfectly for your needs and budget! Learn the different electric options from full battery and all the hybrid types. Explore the charging ...

Luxury cars are not just machines — they are leverage. To most people, exotic and high-end cars look like expensive toys. Status symbols. Indulgences. But to those who truly understand the market, luxury cars operate by a completely different set of rules. Rules governed by scarcity, psychology, access, timing, and strategy — not emotion. In Luxury Car Secrets, Michael Carter pulls back the curtain on the hidden world of high-end automotive investing and ownership. This is not a car enthusiast’s fantasy book. It’s a strategic field guide for anyone who wants to buy smarter, sell ...

This comprehensive study guide provides an in-depth, professional treatment of construction zone traffic control as practiced in California and similar regulatory environments. It presents traffic control as a dynamic safety system shaped by driver behavior, roadway geometry, construction activity, and environmental conditions. Each chapter focuses on a distinct technical domain, building a complete understanding of how safe and effective work zones are planned, implemented, maintained, and removed. The book emphasizes practical field application over abstract theory. Topics progress ...

Strategy without direction is just a wish. Transport professionals today face a tidal wave of expectations: climate targets, safety mandates, population growth, and digital disruption. Governments issue bold policy visions, but frontline planners are often left asking: What exactly does this mean for what we do tomorrow? Set Strategic Direction is your practical guide to bridging the gap between high-level policy and on-the-ground action. In this second guide of the Smart Transport Strategy Series, you will move beyond problem diagnosis to master the art of defining the destination. Written...

A Valuable Starter Guide For Free & Adventurous Souls Have you ever felt drawn to the concept of “the open road”? Do you feel restless when you stay in one place for too long? Do you dream of traveling to different places, and waking up to new experiences every day? Are you ready for a life change, with the ability to go out on your own and pave your own path? These feelings are part of the core of living the RV lifestyle. A RV, or recreational vehicle, is the vessel for living a life of minimalism, adventure, and freedom. Motivations for RV living include the desire to save money, live...

PASS THE PE CIVIL – TRANSPORTATION DEPTH EXAM WITH CONFIDENCE. This comprehensive exam-prep book provides everything you need to succeed on the NCEES PE Civil Transportation Depth Exam—delivered in a clean, structured, exam-focused format specifically tailored to the CBT environment. Designed for both early-career engineers and seasoned professionals, this guide translates complex transportation engineering concepts into clear, concise, and solvable exam problems. Whether you are reviewing geometric design, signal timing, pavement design, trip generation, or safety performance, this ...

Are you ready to pass the FAA Part 107 drone certification test — and actually remember what you’ve learned? This is not your typical drone study guide. In this thrilling, story-based FAA Part 107 prep book, you’ll follow Viper — a drone pilot in elite tactical training — as he navigates real missions, faces high-stakes scenarios, and prepares for Remote Pilot certification under the watchful eye of Lt. Col. Petra Ward. Packed with up-to-date FAA rules, airspace classifications, remote ID, weather analysis, and legal flight procedures, this guide teaches you through immersion — ...

The "CDL Study Guide 2025-2026" is a comprehensive resource designed to ensure your readiness for the CDL exam. With a focus on extensive practice questions and an innovative online platform, our guide is your pathway to success in obtaining your CDL.

The author was drawn into the United States Army through ROTC, and he went through training to fly helicopters in combat over Vietnam. His experiences are notable because he flew both Huey “Slicks” and Huey “Gunships”: the former on defense as he flew troops into battle, and the latter on offense as he took the battle to the enemy. Through this book, the author relives his experiences flying and fighting, with special attention given to his and other pilots’ day-to-day lives.

It takes a collective dream, a colossally pressing issue and a civil engineering genius to design infrastructure projects that not only solve the problem of its time but also set a fine example of reliability, continuity and robustness. ‘Works’ takes the listener through some of London’s the most ingenious public works that tackled enormous challenges and fuelled growth and progress of London we know today.

This comprehensive study guide delivers focused, practical coverage of parking and highway improvement work as performed under the California C-32 contractor classification. It addresses the real technical knowledge required to plan, execute, and maintain pavement markings, surface coatings, and site guidance systems across parking lots, roadways, and specialty applications. The book explores surface preparation, layout accuracy, striping materials, reflective properties, raised markers, wheel stops, speed control devices, and signage integration. Each topic is presented with an emphasis on...

"Fail to Grow is a comprehensive, insightful must-read for any general manager or business owner looking to unlock the full potential of their service department. Drawing from nearly 5 decades of hands-on experience and consulting, Don's expertise shines through in every page, making his book an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to optimize their operations and propel their business forward in today's market."