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"The deck, that is the floor of their rooms, was so covered with the blood and mucus which had proceeded from them in consequence of the flux, that it resembled a slaughter-house. It is not in the power of the human imagination to picture a situation more dreadful or disgusting. Numbers of the slaves having fainted, they were carried upon deck where several of them died and the rest with great difficulty were restored. It had nearly proved fatal to me also." - Dr. Alexander Falconbridge, an 18th century British surgeon

Change keeps stalking Edward Stanton. He and his new wife, Sheila, have retreated to his small house in Montana after an unsuccessful attempt at operating a motel in Colorado. That failure has left wounds, especially for Sheila, and now they face a bigger challenge: pregnancy and impending parenthood. Edward begins penning notes to the child (ever precise, he refers to the gestating being as "Cellular Stanton"), as he navigates married life with Sheila, who is unhappy and unfulfilled in Montana; a work partnership with his friend Scott Shamwell, and more.

You have seen the ads. For just 99 cents, you can get a domain. For $9.99 per month, you can start your own website. But what have you found? Have you found your business is not getting Internet sales? Are you somewhere on page 100 in the Google search engine? A myriad of work goes into creating a website that is worthy of Google's first page. If you want this ranking, you need to be smarter rather than work harder.

Christiane Northrup, MD's Goddesses Never Age: The Secret Prescription for Radiance, Vitality, and Well-Being is a self-help book directed at older women, to whom she offers extensive advice on how to live an ageless life unbound by the cultural stereotypes of aging. This companion to Goddesses Never Age includes an overview of the book, important people, key takeaways, analysis of key takeaways, and much more.

Stars of the hit TV show, We the People, Sam Newman and Val Saunders have been burning up the small screen. Their chemistry is the topic of water cooler conversations everywhere. But their talent and success isn't all that has people buzzing. Rumors of an off-screen love affair have begun to circulate. The married man and the young ingénue.

Bootcoder's Complete Guide to Programming Bootcamps provides listeners with a thorough analysis of the programming bootcamp as well as an analysis of the entire tech landscape today. The book goes into great detail to weigh the pros and cons of the programming bootcamp and explains to skeptics how such a phenomenon has come to exist in today's busy tech world.

As an escort, Devin has it all: an upscale loft in Manhattan, an extensive art collection, a hefty bank account, and an endless stream of satisfied female clients. But when writing professor Andi Cutrone proposes a unique arrangement, he eagerly accepts intrigued with Andi's direct manner and obvious intellect. Soon, however, Devin discovers he got more than he bargained for with an arrangement he says is all business but increasingly becomes something else entirely.

The Scientific Revolution of the 17th century has often been called a decisive turning point in human history. It represents, for good or ill, the birth of modern science and modern ways of viewing the world. In What Galileo Saw, Lawrence Lipking offers a new perspective on how to understand what happened then, arguing that artistic imagination and creativity as much as rational thought played a critical role in creating new visions of science and in shaping stories about eye-opening discoveries.

When you finish Rental Property Investing for the Rest of Us you will feel comfortable in your ability to make property investing decisions.

Essential oils are highly concentrated liquids harvested from sweet-smelling plants. As such, they contain the strong scents of the plants they come from. Essential oils have been used throughout history for healing and medicinal purposes. Today, consumers continue to discover the incredible benefits associated with these oils. Essential Oils: Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Essential Oils for Weight Loss and Holistic Health offers listeners a comprehensive guide to not only understanding essential oils but also how to use them.

Brain Maker details the complex microbiome that lives in the human gut and how they affect the brain. Rising rates of Alzheimer's disease, mood disorders, attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), multiple sclerosis, autism, and other conditions are linked to imbalances in the thousands of microorganisms that colonize the gut, primarily bacteria. This companion to Brain Maker includes an overview of the book, important people, key takeaways, a review of the book, and much more.

Who has not been thrilled and not a little frightened by tales of ghosts, spirits, hauntings, and monsters? Some of the most fascinating accounts come from the dark hollows of the Ozark Mountains. For generations, these scary, mystifying legends have been told around campfires and family gatherings and handed down through the generations. Now, for the first time, the best of these tales have been gathered together and presented in this volume.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt might be America's greatest 20th century president, but there's no question that he was the most unique. A well-connected relative of Theodore Roosevelt, FDR was groomed for greatness until he was struck down by polio. Nevertheless, he persevered, rising through New York politics to reach the White House just as the country faced its greatest challenge since the Civil War, beginning his presidency with one of the most iconic lines ever spoken during an inaugural address.

Crystal Paine's Say Goodbye to Survival Mode is a self-help book that targets women who are struggling to stay on top of life's daily tasks. The book offers tips as to how listeners can tackle and improve various aspects of their lives. This companion to Say Goodbye to Survival Mode includes an overview of the book, important people, key takeaways, analysis of key takeaways, and much more!

When it comes to ensuring that as many people as possible can see the content provided on your website while jumping through the minimum number of hoops required to do so, there is nothing more important than search engine optimization. If you are looking for tips on how to get your SEO up to snuff, then SEO: The Seven Tips to Succeed in Google is the book you have been waiting for.

This book is for people who want to learn the ins and outs of business by studying the examples of the best. Just as a philosopher might study Plato or Socrates to establish a philosophical foundation, so too a businessman can study the greatest businessmen and women in order to establish a business foundation.

Carson McCullough has given his career to a singular pursuit - putting out a small daily newspaper that keeps his employees engaged and his hometown informed. But as time and technology conspire against him, Carson's Argus-Dispatch is shuttered by a new owner with a different view of its future. Stung by the abrupt end of his career and burdened by regret and grudges, Carson and his one true companion, a yellow Lab named Hector, set out on a road trip.

Meet Val Saunders and Sam Newman, two Hollywood actors at opposite ends of their careers. Hers is skyrocketing while his, well, never really took off. Fate brings them together when they're cast as lovers on a steamy new television series. The on-screen chemistry between them is off the charts, and when it spills over into a real-life attraction, they find themselves in a situation.