The book delves into the United States' status as the world's largest jailer, exploring the profound social, economic, and political ramifications of this reality. It emphasizes the urgent need for collective action to enhance civic cohesion, improve economic opportunities, and foster greater political engagement, highlighting the importance of addressing the issues surrounding mass incarceration for the benefit of society as a whole.
"For half a century, writers at every stage of their careers have turned to the literary nonprofit organization Poets & Writers and its award-winning magazine for resources to foster their professional development, from writing prompts and tips on technique to informative interviews with published authors, literary agents, and editors. But never before has Poets & Writers marshaled its fifty years' worth of knowledge to create an authoritative guide for writers that answers every imaginable question about craft and career--until now."--Page 2 of cover
This title introduces readers to Aaron Rodgers, covering his early life, career, and life off the field. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.
Photographic guide to the unusual and beautiful feathers used in fly tying First ever photographic and illustrated guide to the unusual and beautiful feathers used in salmon fly patterns, some common, others rare. In addition to macro photos of individual feathers and striking portraits of complete capes, Allison McClay's classic portraits of birds in the field bring life to the text. Through 16 classic and current flies, shown with complete step by step photos, the author teaches techniques for working with the feathers and also shares modern substitutes to more obscure feathers used in traditional salmon fly tying.
This book uses a multi-method approach to explain why recent Iowa governors have been able to stay in office significantly longer than their peers. Voters in Iowa value a personal connection with their governor and those governors who ignore that expectation are held accountable at the polls.