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Book Synopsis The Edge of Disaster by : Stephen Flynn
Download or read book The Edge of Disaster written by Stephen Flynn and published by Random House. This book was released on 2007-02-20 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do we remain unprepared for the next terrorist attack or natural disaster? Where are we most vulnerable? How have we allowed our government to be so negligent? Who will keep you and your family safe? Is America living on borrowed time? How can we become a more resilient nation? Americans are in denial when it comes to facing up to how vulnerable our nation is to disaster, be it terrorist attack or act of God. We have learned little from the cataclysms of September 11 and Hurricane Katrina. When it comes to catastrophe, America is living on borrowed time–and squandering it. In this new book, leading security expert Stephen Flynn issues a call to action, demanding that we wake up and prepare immediately for a safer future. The truth is acts of terror cannot always be prevented, and nature continues to show its fury in frighteningly unpredictable ways. Resiliency, argues Flynn, must now become our national motto. With chilling frankness and clarity, Flynn paints an all too real scenario of the threats we face within our own borders. A terrorist attack on a tanker carrying liquefied natural gas into Boston Harbor could kill thousands and leave millions more of New Englanders without power or heat. The destruction of a ship with a cargo of oil in Long Beach, California, could bring the West Coast economy to its knees and endanger the surrounding population. But even these all-too-plausible terrorist scenarios pale in comparison to the potential destruction wrought by a major earthquake or hurricane. Our growing exposure to man-made and natural perils is largely rooted in our own negligence, as we take for granted the infrastructure handed down to us by earlier generations. Once the envy of the world, this infrastructure is now crumbling. After decades of neglect, our public health system leaves us at the mercy of microbes that could kill millions in the next flu pandemic. Flash flooding could wipe out a fifty-year-old dam north of Phoenix, placing thousands of homes and lives at risk. The next San Francisco earthquake could destroy century-old levees, contaminating the freshwater supply that most of California relies on for survival. It doesn’t have to be this way. The Edge of Disaster tells us what we can do about it, as individuals and as a society. We can–and, Flynn argues, we must–construct a more resilient nation. With the wounds of recent national tragedies still unhealed, the time to act is now. Flynn argues that by tackling head-on, eyes open the perils that lie before us, we can remain true to our most important and endearing national trait: our sense of optimism about the future and our conviction that we can change it for the better for ourselves–and our children.
Book Synopsis Summary: The Edge of Disaster by : BusinessNews Publishing,
Download or read book Summary: The Edge of Disaster written by BusinessNews Publishing, and published by Primento. This book was released on 2017-01-30 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The must-read summary of Stephen Flynn's book: “The Edge of Disaster: Rebuilding a Resilient Nation”. This complete summary of "The Edge of Disaster" by Stephen Flynn outlines the author's argument that America has learned very little from the 9/11 attacks and Hurricane Katrina, and has become a vulnerable nation. He advocates for better infrastructure, more resilience and immediate preparation to ensure a safer future. Added-value of this summary: • Save time • Understand resilience and vulnerability in the US • Expand your knowledge of American politics and society To learn more, read "The Edge of Disaster" and discover how America is potentially days from disaster, but can avoid this fate through better infrastructure and preparation.
Download or read book Edge of Disaster written by John Parker and published by Sundance Publications, Limited. This book was released on 2000 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Darren's parents separate, his world falls apart and he can't see the point of anything anymore. But when he goes on a skiing trip, the violence of nature teaches him more than he ever wanted to learn.
Book Synopsis On the Edge of Disaster by : Donna Lange
Download or read book On the Edge of Disaster written by Donna Lange and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sheila leapt to her feet and tore her sheets from her bed. "Why can't anyone leave me alone?" she screamed. Her lamp crashed to the ground, shards of brown pottery smashing in every direction. She kicked the broken pieces, sending them spinning, then grabbed the nightstand and heaved it onto the remains of the lamp. her screams continued as she grabbed three jars of paint from her dresser. "I HATE YOU " The jars exploded against the door like punctuation marks for her words. Black, red, and blue paint oozed down the wood, a grand finale to Sheila's performance. Panting, Sheila stared at the broken glass and pottery littering her bedroom floor. As the tears finally bubbled up, Sheila felt a strange sense of awe descending upon her. "What is wrong with me?" she whispered as she sank down on her bed. The tumultuous emotions of youth can be challenging to anyone, but for young people with emotional disturbance, the trials of growing up can be devastating. Young people with emotional disturbance can face many roadblocks in the quest to understand themselves and to gain understanding from others. In Runaway Train: Youth with Emotional Disturbance, you will learn about different causes of emotional disturbance, the special needs of youth who have them, and what can be done to help young people overcome emotional difficulties. Through the story of Sheila, you will learn what it is like to have an emotional disturbance, the dangers these conditions can pose, and the successes as well as the failures of systems currently available to assist youth with emotional disturbance.
Book Synopsis The Edge of Disaster by : Michael Richardson
Download or read book The Edge of Disaster written by Michael Richardson and published by Saint Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 1987 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Dispatches from the Edge by : Anderson Cooper
Download or read book Dispatches from the Edge written by Anderson Cooper and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From one of America’s leading reporters comes a deeply personal, extraordinarily powerful look at the most volatile crises he has witnessed around the world, from New Orleans to Baghdad and beyond. Dispatches from the Edge of the World is a book that gives us a rare up-close glimpse of what happens when the normal order of things is suddenly turned upside down, whether it’s a natural disaster, a civil war, or a heated political battle. Over the last year, few people have witnessed more scenes of chaos and conflict than Anderson Cooper, whose groundbreaking coverage on CNN has become the touchstone of twenty-first century journalism. This book explores in a very personal way the most important - and most dangerous - crises of our time, and the surprising impact they have had on his life. From the devastating tsunami in South Asia to the suffering Niger, and ultimately Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, Cooper shares his own experiences of traversing the globe, covering the world’s most astonishing stories. As a television journalist, he has the gift of speaking with an emotional directness that cuts through the barriers of the medium. In his first book, that passion communicates itself through a rich fabric of memoir and reportage, reflection and first-person narrative. Unflinching and utterly engrossing, this is the story of an extraordinary year in a reporter’s life.
Download or read book Edge of Disaster written by A M Hargrove and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alexia Hammond He offered me the world, but I ran. The last thing I needed was a relationship. My reputation was far too tarnished for that. However, fate had a different plan when it threw me into the path of Pearce Middleton. With his smoldering gray eyes, chiseled jaw, and biceps that stretched his shirt sleeves, the man oozed charm and sensuality. His interest ignited a spark, giving me hope that had long since died. For the first time in ages, optimism permeated me. Who was I kidding? Once he knew the truth about my past, there wasn't a chance in hell he'd want to date me. So, what did I do? I ran. But Pearce refused to give up. His tenacity and relentless pursuit had me caving and I finally agreed to a date. Could I overcome my demons and allow myself to fall for him, or would the ghosts of my past sabotage any hope of finding happiness and love? This is a spicy, second chance, opposites attract, billionaire romance. If you like your romances to have impossible love, filled with secrets and a happy ever after, then grab this book today.
Download or read book Edge of Disaster written by Alex Gunwick and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-11-05 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Luke has managed to get within sixty miles of his family's Bug Out location. Though he continues to struggle against new threats, nothing will keep Luke from getting back to his family -- not even the people who stand in his way. Liz struggles to defend the cabin from the preacher and his men. With too much land to cover and not enough resources, she reluctantly teams up with other people in the canyon. Their thread-bare agreement might not hold up under pressure, but it's better than nothing. Liz will do whatever it takes to protect her kids. One day Luke will return home, but until then, she's ready to take up arms against anyone who threatens them.
Book Synopsis The Rod of God, Book One by : Charley Brindley
Download or read book The Rod of God, Book One written by Charley Brindley and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two young airmen are involved in a nuclear accident during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Not only does it threaten to ignite World War III, but it sets the two men on a journey into the first engagements of an infamous war in Southeast Asia.
Download or read book The Edge of Sleep written by David Wiltse and published by Graymalkin Media. This book was released on 2016-09-26 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Becker searches Appalachia for a bizarre pair of serial killers. Dee tears through the closet, looking for something to beat Ash with. The hangers are no good, so she asks for his belt. He hands it over willingly, and hangs his head as she beats him unconscious. Her rages have gotten worse ever since they started kidnapping the boys. Ash does not mind the pain, but the boys cry when Dee beats them. It hurts Ash to hear them cry, for he loves the boys dearly—so dearly that he is always willing to kill them to stop the tears. When another boy vanishes from an Appalachia shopping mall, the FBI calls on retired agent John Becker, who knows better than anyone how serial killers think. But Dee and Ash are not like any killer he has chased before, and catching them will mean going into a darker place than he ever has before.
Download or read book Challenger written by Adam Higginbotham and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2024-05-14 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “Stunning…A heart-pounding thriller…Challenger is a remarkable book.” —The Atlantic • “Superb…Compelling and exhaustively researched.” —The Washington Post • “Devastating…A universal story that transcends time.” —The New York Times • “Gripping history.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) From the New York Times bestselling author of Midnight in Chernobyl comes the definitive, dramatic, minute-by-minute story of the Challenger disaster, based on fascinating in-depth reporting and new archival research—a riveting history that reads like a thriller. On January 28, 1986, just seventy-three seconds into flight, the space shuttle Challenger broke apart over the Atlantic Ocean, killing all seven people on board. Millions of Americans witnessed the tragic deaths of the crew, which included New Hampshire schoolteacher Christa McAuliffe. Like the assassination of JFK, the Challenger disaster is a defining moment in twentieth-century history—one that forever changed the way America thought of itself and its optimistic view of the future. Yet the full story of what happened, and why, has never been told. Based on extensive archival research and meticulous, original reporting, Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space follows a handful of central protagonists—including each of the seven members of the doomed crew—through the years leading up to the accident, and offers a detailed account of the tragedy itself and the investigation afterward. It’s a compelling tale of ambition and ingenuity undermined by political cynicism and cost-cutting in the interests of burnishing national prestige; of hubris and heroism; and of an investigation driven by leakers and whistleblowers determined to bring the truth to light. Throughout, there are the ominous warning signs of a tragedy to come, recognized but then ignored, and later hidden from the public. Higginbotham reveals the history of the shuttle program and the lives of men and women whose stories have been overshadowed by the disaster, as well as the designers, engineers, and test pilots who struggled against the odds to get the first shuttle into space. A masterful blend of riveting human drama and fascinating and absorbing science, Challenger identifies a turning point in history—and brings to life an even more complex and astonishing story than we remember.
Book Synopsis Sailing at the Edge of Disaster by : Elizabeth Garber
Download or read book Sailing at the Edge of Disaster written by Elizabeth Garber and published by . This book was released on 2022-09-13 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Edge of Us written by Jamie McGuire and published by Forever. This book was released on 2020-09-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Disaster comes a story of a fiercely independent widow who falls for a sexy firefighter in this gripping contemporary romance.
Download or read book Inviting Disaster written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Inviting Disaster by : James R. Chiles
Download or read book Inviting Disaster written by James R. Chiles and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2008-07-08 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This “very absorbing look at technological catastrophes and why they happen” explores systemic breakdowns behind disasters from Chernobyl to the Challenger(Booklist). Inviting Disaster delves into over fifty of history’s worst catastrophes in order to show how increasingly “smart” systems leave us wide open to human tragedy. Weaving a dramatic narrative that explains how breakdowns in these systems result in such disasters as the chain reaction crash of the Air France Concorde and the Bhopal chemical accident that killed thousands. James Chiles vividly demonstrates how the battle between human and machine may be escalating beyond manageable limits—and why we all have a stake in its outcome. Included in this edition is a special introduction providing a behind-the-scenes look at the World Trade Center catastrophe. Combining firsthand accounts of employees’ escapes with an in-depth look at the structural reasons behind the towers’ collapse, Chiles addresses the question: Were the towers “two tall heroes” or structures with a fatal flaw? “Vivid and dramatic stories.” —Harvard Business Review “This is not a Luddite’s call for a return to the days before complicated technology but a careful examination of various disasters . . . and how they might have been prevented.” —Library Journal “A chillingly fascinating book that educates and informs in a highly readable style.” —Dallas Morning News
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Book Synopsis Guide to Disaster-Resilient Communication Networks by : Jacek Rak
Download or read book Guide to Disaster-Resilient Communication Networks written by Jacek Rak and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-07-22 with total page 813 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative volume presents a comprehensive guide to the evaluation and design of networked systems with improved disaster resilience. The text offers enlightening perspectives on issues relating to all major failure scenarios, including natural disasters, disruptions caused by adverse weather conditions, massive technology-related failures, and malicious human activities. Topics and features: describes methods and models for the analysis and evaluation of disaster-resilient communication networks; examines techniques for the design and enhancement of disaster-resilient systems; provides a range of schemes and algorithms for resilient systems; reviews various advanced topics relating to resilient communication systems; presents insights from an international selection of more than 100 expert researchers working across the academic, industrial, and governmental sectors. This practically-focused monograph, providing invaluable support on topics of resilient networking equipment and software, is an essential reference for network professionals including network and networked systems operators, networking equipment vendors, providers of essential services, and regulators. The work can also serve as a supplementary textbook for graduate and PhD courses on networked systems resilience.
