New Releases by Ben White

The sun-baked landscapes of Almería, the haunting melodies of Ennio Morricone, the stoic visages of Clint Eastwood and Lee Van Cleef - these are the indelible images and sounds that define the Spaghetti Western. For decades, this genre, born from a European desire to reinterpret the American mythos, has captivated audiences with its unique blend of operatic violence, moral ambiguity, and breathtaking visual style. More than just a series of films, the Spaghetti Western represents a significant cultural and cinematic phenomenon, a testament to the power of artistic cross-pollination and bold reinvention. This book embarks on a journey to unravel the complexities of this cinematic movement, tracing its origins from the dissatisfaction with traditional Hollywood Westerns to its zenith as a global box office sensation. We will delve into the visionary direction of Sergio Leone, the gritty realism of Sergio Corbucci, and the thematic depth explored by a generation of filmmakers and artists. Through an exploration of iconic actors, groundbreaking scores, distinctive aesthetics, and the surprising breadth of its global influence, we aim to illuminate why these films, often produced on modest budgets with international casts and crews, continue to resonate with such power. From the dusty trails of Spain to the sophisticated soundstages of Cinecitt, the Spaghetti Western forged a new language of cinematic storytelling, one that spoke of avarice, revenge, and survival in a world devoid of clear moral lines. This work is an invitation to revisit, re-examine, and celebrate the enduring myth of the Spaghetti Western, a genre that dared to paint the West in shades of blood, dust, and unparalleled artistic ambition. It is a genre that, much like its most iconic protagonists, spoke volumes in its silence and left an indelible mark on the history of film.

“Spanning forty years and more than three hundred victories, the contributions of countless people have built Hendrick Motorsports into the greatest team in NASCAR history. This book is made up of their stories.” —Four-time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon, from the foreword Celebrate the NASCAR-champion team’s 40th anniversary with this officially licensed history featuring stunning photography, including rare images from the Hendrick Motorsports archive. Rick Hendrick built on a successful career in the retail automotive business to launch NASCAR team Hendrick Motorsports in 1984. Over the ensuing four decades, it has become one of the most successful and high-profile teams in the sport’s long history. Competing in the elite NASCAR Cup Series, as of 2023, the team had posted the most points-paying wins and the most championships. Hendrick Motorsports’ driver roster is a who’s who of the sport’s greats, including NASCAR Hall of Famers Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, Terry Labonte, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Today the team fields four drivers: William Byron, Alex Bowman, and Cup champions Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson. Hendrick Motorsports even fielded a team at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2023! Hendrick Motorsportsrelates the team’s incredible history through 40 stories focused on team milestones since its founding in 1984. Stories and highlights include: The first win at Martinsville that saved the team Involvement with the motion picture “Days of Thunder” The dominance of Jeff Gordon and the Rainbow Warriors The team’s historic 1-2-3 finish at the 1997 DAYTONA 500 The record-tying seven championships of Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus Hendrick Motorsports and the Earnhardts Becoming the first team to reach 300 wins at NASCAR''s highest level The ground-breaking Garage 56 Le Mans program Authored by long-time NASCAR journalist Ben White, with a foreword by Jeff Gordon and afterword by Rick Hendrick, the 200-page book includes images from top NASCAR photographer Nigel Kinrade and from Hendrick Motorsport’s archive. As the official 40th anniversary book covering the team’s entire history, Hendrick Motorsport: 40 Years is the ideal retrospective.

No longer going by the name of Parson Bob, and hoping no one will connect him with the young gunfighter who was said to have killed men from Colorado to Alaska, Rash Pargun finds himself in Van Bent, Texas, on the trail of the man who murdered his mother and left him beaten beside a road many years before. Now just a cowboy, known to no one as a gunfighter, Rash dreams that once the matter is settled about his parentage he can just find a place to settle down, raise a few cattle and-his greatest hope of all-settle down with a lovely young bride. His only worry is that the fits of rage-the ones that led an old saddle partner to nickname him "Rash"-are not gone and he can never be trusted around civilized people. Mostly, he wonders if he can trust himself.

Texas Ranger Ira 'Doc' Pearson rides again to bring peace and justice to the Old West! Texas Ranger Ira Pearson is sent to Van Bent, a town in far west Texas, to try and avert a range war. Under cover as the town doctor, Ira finds that the whole area is simmering, seemingly just waiting to boil over. Still, as he investigates, Ira becomes convinced there is someone else egging on the fight. Ira is determined to find out who it is and stop them before a full-fledged war breaks out.

Accpressure Embark on a holistic journey to wellness with our innovative 5th edition Acupressure Cookbook! Explore a unique fusion of acupressure techniques and nutritious recipes meticulously crafted to promote body health and vitality. From energizing breakfasts to soothing dinners and revitalizing snacks, each recipe is thoughtfully designed to complement acupressure practices and support overall well-being. Delve into informative chapters on understanding the principles of acupressure, practical tips for incorporating acupressure into your daily routine, and creative ways to enhance the healing effects of food. With expert guidance on acupressure points, cooking techniques, and meal planning, this cookbook empowers you to harness the power of acupressure and nourishing cuisine for optimal health. Emily, a busy mom who struggled with stress and fatigue amidst her hectic schedule. Determined to find natural solutions for her health issues, Emily turned to acupressure and nutritious cooking. As she began incorporating acupressure techniques and recipes from the Acupressure Cookbook into her daily routine, Emily noticed a remarkable improvement in her energy levels and overall well-being. Encouraged by her transformation, Emily shared her story with friends and family, inspiring them to explore the benefits of acupressure and healthy eating. Now, with the discounted 5th edition available, Emily believes that every household can embrace a holistic approach to wellness and enjoy the healing benefits of acupressure and nutritious cuisine. So why not, Immerse yourself in the ancient healing art of acupressure with our transformative 5th edition Acupressure Cookbook! Explore a rich tapestry of delicious recipes meticulously crafted to complement acupressure practices and promote holistic body health. From invigorating breakfasts to calming dinners and rejuvenating snacks, each recipe is thoughtfully designed to harmonize with specific acupressure points and meridians, enhancing the body's natural healing abilities. Delve into informative chapters on the fundamentals of acupressure, practical tips for self-care, and creative ways to integrate acupressure techniques into your daily routine. With expert guidance on acupressure points, cooking methods, and ingredient selection, this cookbook serves as a comprehensive guide to achieving balance and vitality through the synergy of acupressure and nourishing cuisine. By purchasing "The Complete accpressure Recipes "you're not just investing in a book; you're investing in your family's health, happiness, and overall well-being. So don't wait any longer-order your copy today and start experiencing the transformative power of yoga acupressure in your household!

Take a gripping look behind the scenes of "Oppenheimer," the critically acclaimed film that won Best Motion Picture at the 2024 Golden Globes. Discover the untold tale of its conception, from the creative visionaries who made it possible to the crucial turning points that influenced its course. Explore Christopher Nolan's masterful directing, take in Cillian Murphy's incredible performance, and see the camaraderie between the two leads that drove this remarkable movie. Explore the decisions that shaped the story, the difficulties faced during production, and behind-the-scenes interviews with the cast and crew as the pages turn. "Oppenheimer's Triumph" is more than just a book; it's your behind-the-scenes peek at the creation of a winner, providing an in-depth examination of the box office and cinematic triumph that enthralled viewers and won the esteemed Golden Globes.

Background: Voluntary assisted dying became lawful in Victoria, the first Australian state to permit this practice, in 2019 via the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2017 (Vic). While conscientious objection by individual health professionals is protected by the Victorian legislation, objections by institutions are governed by policy. No research has been conducted in Victoria, and very little research conducted internationally, on how institutional objection is experienced by patients seeking assisted dying.Methods: 28 semi-structured interviews were conducted with 32 family caregivers and one patient about the experience of 28 patients who sought assisted dying. Participants were interviewed during August-November 2021. Data from the 17 interviews (all with family caregivers) which reported institutional objection were analysed thematically.Results: Participants reported institutional objection affecting eligibility assessments, medication access, and taking the medication or having it administered. Institutional objection occurred across health settings and was sometimes communicated obliquely. These objections resulted in delays, transfers, and choices between progressing an assisted dying application and receiving palliative or other care. Participants also reported objections causing adverse emotional experiences and distrust of objecting institutions. Six mediating influences on institutional objections were identified: staff views within objecting institutions; support of external medical practitioners and pharmacists providing assisted dying services; nature of a patient's illness; progression or state of a patient's illness; patient's geographical location; and the capability and assertiveness of a patient and/or caregiver.Conclusions: Institutional objection to assisted dying is much-debated yet empirically understudied. This research found that in Victoria, objections were regularly reported by participants and adversely affected access to assisted dying and the wider end-of-life experience for patients and caregivers. This barrier arises in an assisted dying system that is already procedurally challenging, particularly given the limited window patients have to apply. Better regulation may be needed as Victoria's existing policy approach appears to preference institutional positions over patient's choice given existing power dynamics.

This is a book about educational fads, why they arise, and how we might learn to live with them. Those working in schools are subject to perpetual waves of novelty in the name of school improvement. And yet, in the long term very little actually changes. Big ideas come and go, leaving only faint clues as to their existence. The trouble is that the appealing stories that take hold will never solve the fundamental problems of modern schooling. The school system is too complex, too diverse, and too uncertain to be fixed by any Big Idea. Before too long, the Next Big Thing replaces the Last Big Thing. The Next Big Thing in School Improvement brings together the unique perspectives of a policy analyst, a headteacher, and a classroom teacher, to explain why it is that the school system often resists our attempts to improve it. Drawing on the recent history of English education policy, a variety of disciplinary traditions, and the emerging field of complexity science, the authors present a new take on why the school system behaves in ways that defy our attempts to change it. This is a book about finding a better way to improve our schools. It is not the Next Big Thing, but it does explain why there will inevitably be one, and what to do when it arrives.

Agriculture and the Generation Problem examines the dynamics of the transfer of agrarian resources and opportunities between the generations in rural communities, and argues that we must take generational relations seriously if we are to understand the future of farming and the fate of future generations in rural areas.

What would it mean to develop a youth-inclusive agricultural and rural development agenda? Agriculture, and particularly smallholder farming, remains the single largest source of youth employment in most low- and middle-income countries but today's young rural men and women express little interest in agricultural futures. Research on rural youth aspirations suggests that many young people are not averse to agriculture as such, but to agriculture's current neglected condition and the near impossibility of becoming an independent farmer while still young, due to lack of access to land. A youth-inclusive agricultural and rural development agenda means approaching young people not as instruments of development, but as subjects, actors and citizens.

Alaska DOT&PF and US Fish and Wildlife Service Alaska Region partnered to collect eagle nesting data during DOT&PF road construction work in various locations in Southeast Alaska during the summers of 2015-2018. Control nests located outside of any nearby construction activities were also monitored to compare the occupancy and productivity to nests located near road construction projects. Locations were chosen based on current eagle monitoring permit requirements for DOT&PF road construction projects. The preliminary results from this project suggest that bald eagles within Southeast Alaska have adapted to the human landscape and the impact to nest occupation and productivity near highway construction areas is not as significant as once assumed.

"What would it mean to develop a youth-inclusive agricultural and rural development agenda? Agriculture, and particularly smallholder farming, remains the single largest source of youth employment in most low- and middle-income countries (LIMCs), but today's young rural men and women express little interest in agricultural futures. However, research on rural youth aspirations suggests that many young people are not averse to agriculture as such, but to agriculture's current neglected condition and the near impossibility of becoming an independent farmer while still young, due to lack of access to land. Rural youth outmigration does not necessarily reflect a permanent, lifetime abandonment of rural life, agriculture or the possibility of a return to farming. A youth-inclusive agricultural and rural development agenda means: approaching young people not as instruments of development, but as subjects, actors and citizens; mainstreaming young people and their interests in policy dialogues, organizations and social/political movements, both locally and nationally; more effective support for small-scale agriculture and opportunities for young rural men and women to engage in farming, including provision of land and other agrarian resources as a cornerstone of rural youth policy; and investment in infrastructures that make rural places more attractive for young men and women to live and work in"--Page 4 of cover.

No matter what you've read online, there are no secrets or tricks to handling your student loans, and there are no shortcuts to doing your homework. The "proven plans" usually aren't very sexy, and everyone's situation is different. The details matter, and they matter a lot. This is the comprehensive guide for dealing with student loans, written to concisely cover a complex topic and give you the tools and background you need to handle the big investment you've made in yourself. Topics include: - Borrowing less and minimizing interest accrual during school - How Federal Loans Work & Federal Repayment Options - Income-driven repayment (IBR, PAYE, REPAYE, and ICR) - Federal "Direct" Consolidation - Forbearance & Deferment - Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Maximizing PSLF - Long-Term Loan Forgiveness & Loan Repayment Programs - Private Refinancing - Taxes & Retirement Visit: www.benwhite.com (Also note: Medical students and physicians should instead read Medical Student Loans: A Comprehensive Guide, a separate book written to address multiple issues unique to doctors.)

A sharp analysis of the widening cracks in Israel''s traditional pillars of support.

Rising star Sonya Kiel suddenly drops off the grid and lands on the doorstep of her cousin Lynette, who lives in western Oklahoma. Telling herself she's just slumming and slowing down, Sonya finds herself enjoying the bucolic lifestyle ... and Lynette's best friend, a youth minister named Andy Brockton. Her life begins to be pulled in two directions as part of her desires to return to the bright lights and the silver screen, but another (and previously unknown part) wants to leave it all and follow Andy onto the mission field. Her dilemma becomes, literally, a life and death decision for her family.

The most efficient, readable, and reasonable option for preparing for the Texas Medical Jurisprudence Examination, a required test for physician licensure in Texas. The goal of this study guide is to hit the sweet spot between concise and terse, between reasonably inclusive and needlessly thorough. This short book is intended to be something that you can read over a few times for a few hours before your test and easily pass for a reasonable price, with enough context to make it informative and professionally meaningful without being a $200 video course or a 300-page legal treatise. After all, the Texas JP exam isn't Step 1-it's a $58 pass/fail test!

Increased longevity and the need to fund living and care expenses across late old age, greater proportions of blended and culturally diverse families and concerns about the increasing possibility of contestation of wills highlight the importance of understanding current will making practices and intentions. Yet, there is no current national data on the prevalence of wills, intended beneficiaries, the principles and practices surrounding will making and the patterns and outcomes of contestation. This project sought to address this gap. This report summarises the results of a four year program of research examining will making and will contestation in Australia. The project was funded by the Australian Research Council (LP10200891) in conjunction with seven Public Trustee Organisations across Australia. The interdisciplinary research team with expertise in social science, social work, law and social policy are from The University of Queensland, Queensland University of Technology and Victoria University. The project comprised five research studies: a national prevalence survey, a judicial case review, a review of Public Trustee files, an online survey of will drafters and in-depth interviews with key groups of interest. The report outlines key findings. On the basis of the evidence provided recommendations are presented to support the achievement of these policy goals: increasing will making in the Australian population, ensuring that the wills of those Australians who have taken this step reflect their current situation and intentions, and reducing will contestation.

Joe Whitcomb is a preacher, but he's starting to hate God. Blaming God for killing his wife and daughter, Joe calls himself a "recovering Christian" and vows to leave religion and its crutches behind. Ellen Leads used to be a promising student even though she came from an abusive home. Off at college, all was going well, she thought, until her whole life was derailed by drink and now she calls herself a "recovering alcoholic." Sometimes, running from your problems is easier if there's someone running with you. Neither has actually dealt with their problems, though, just shoving them further and further back into the recesses of their minds. One night, just as love seems theirs, their carefully-crafted web of self-deceptions blow up on them and everything falls apart. Was there ever enough substance there to put their friendship-let alone love-back together?

A ghost.Bat has to be seeing a ghost. While recuperating in Houston he stumbles across a shopgirl who looks and sounds just like someone he lost a year before. As his friends think he's going crazy, and even he's starting to wonder if he watched "Vertigo" one too many times, he tries to piece together the background of the shopgirl.The investigation takes Bat from Houston and Dallas, to Arkansas and Durango (where he meets a young Garison Fitch) and closer to the conclusion that he may not have been the only one set-up by the Home Agency.Can he return the set-up favor?

Laying in bed with a broken leg, Jody Anderson recalls the events that have brought her to that moment. Adolescent gymnast ... college cheerleader ... flute player in the band ...Just how did all this land her in a hospital, her medical bills paid by the Treasury Department?How did she get from a farm in rural, northern Arkansas to the world of being a domestic spy, bullets flying, bones breaking, and romance?And in which world would she rather stay?

Dallas private eye Bat Garrett is hired by wealthy Texas oilman Frank Gaston, who thinks someone is trying to kill him.Bat is skeptical but when Gaston is found dead, slumped over at his desk, the fear seems to have been well-placed.Darla Gaston, the beautiful young oilman's daughter, is encouraged by her lawyers to fire Bat and let the police investigate. Darla, however, wants Bat to find out why her father has been calling a number in Colorado for several years. Bat discovers that Gaston has left a trail of lies and deceit, bigamy, and maybe even a decades-old smuggling operation involving children and a massive real estate deal in Oak Cliff.It's the biggest case Bat's ever had, but it may cost him more than he's ever had to give.

An EMP knocks out all the power in North America. As people are scrambling to get generators (or anything else) running, they begin to hear rumors. Nuclear war. Chaos. What about the President? Is she alive or did she die in the disaster? Mary Orsen discovers that her ability to travel through time was not affected by the EMP. She has the power and the ability to go back in time and prevent the war. But she also knows that she'll only make things worse if she doesn't go back and change what really started it. Was it the EMP, or had it actually begun before that? Mary consults with men who have traveled through time before: Bat Garrett and Garison Fitch. They are old now and can, however, only give advice. If the world is going to be saved, there can only be one TimeKeeper. And Mary's pretty sure she's not it.

* Shortlisted for the Palestine Book Awards 2012* Since its release in 2009 Israeli Apartheid: A Beginner''s Guide has become an essential primer for undergraduate students and activists getting to grips with the Palestine/Israel conflict for the first time. Ben White skilfully distills the work of academics and experts into a highly accessible introduction. This new updated and expanded edition includes information on the Israeli blockade and attacks on the Gaza Strip since 2008, new policies targeting Palestinian citizens of Israel and the growth of the global Boycott Divestment Sanctions campaign. Packed with vital information, quotations and resources, Israeli Apartheid never loses the human touch. The book is rooted in the author''s extensive personal experience in Palestine and includes testimonies by Palestinians describing how Israeli apartheid affects their daily lives.

Since its release in 2009 Israeli Apartheid: A Beginner''s Guide has become an essential primer for undergraduate students and activists getting to grips with the Palestine/Israel conflict for the first time. Ben White skillfully distills the work of academics and experts into a highly accessible introduction. This new updated and expanded edition includes information on the Israeli blockade and attacks on the Gaza Strip since 2008, new policies targeting Palestinian citizens of Israel and the growth of the global Boycott Divestment Sanctions campaign. Packed with vital information, quotations and resources, Israeli Apartheid never loses the human touch. The book is rooted in the author''s extensive personal experience in Palestine and includes testimonies by Palestinians describing how Israeli apartheid affects their daily lives.

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Palestinians in Israel considers a key issue ignored by the official ''peace process'' and most mainstream commentators: that of the growing Palestinian minority within Israel itself. What the Israeli right-wing calls ''the demographic problem'' Ben White identifies as ''the democratic problem'' which goes to the heart of the conflict. Israel defines itself not as a state of its citizens, but as a Jewish state, despite the substantial and increasing Palestinian population. White demonstrates how the consistent emphasis on privileging one ethno-religious group over another cannot be seen as compatible with democratic values and that, unless addressed, will undermine any attempts to find a lasting peace. Individual case studies are used to complement this deeply informed study into the great, unspoken contradiction of Israeli democracy. It is a pioneering contribution which will spark debate amongst all those concerned with a resolution to the Israel/Palestine conflict.