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Cycle one of Europe’s best long-distance bike routes on La Vélodyssée, the French section of EuroVelo 1, following the Atlantic coast from Roscoff in Brittany to Hendaye on the Spanish border. Covering 1302km, this fully signposted route passes through canal towpaths, coastal paths, forest tracks and quiet lanes, linking dramatic seascapes, historic ports, sandy beaches and some of western France’s most distinctive regional landscapes. From Brittany’s inland waterways and medieval towns to the marshes of the Atlantic seaboard, the great pine forests and surf coast of the southwest, La Vélodyssée offers an unforgettable cycle-touring journey through France. With 80% of the route on traffic-free paths and a generally gentle profile, La Vélodyssée is ideal for both experienced cycle tourers and riders looking for an accessible multi-day cycling holiday in France. This guidebook describes the route in 19 stages, based on average daily rides of around 75km, with options for faster or slower schedules and advice for splitting the ride into shorter one-week sections using natural break points at the Loire and Gironde estuaries. Excellent rail and ferry links, plentiful accommodation and strong cycling infrastructure make planning straightforward, whether you’re riding the full route or choosing a section such as Brittany to Nantes, the Atlantic coast to Royan, or the final run through Aquitaine to the Basque coast. 19 stage-by-stage route descriptions for La Vélodyssée, from Roscoff to Hendaye, with clear daily distances, terrain notes and practical navigation guidance for the full 1302km Atlantic coast routeDetailed mapping and navigation support for La Vélodyssée, including guidance on following EuroVelo 1 signage and using downloadable GPX files for reliable route-finding day by dayPractical planning advice for cycling La Vélodyssée, with suggested itineraries for two-, three- and four-week tours, plus help for breaking the route into shorter and more manageable sectionsUseful information on accommodation, food and facilities along La Vélodyssée, from campsites and budget stays to hotels, cafés, restaurants and cyclist-friendly servicesTransport and access advice for La Vélodyssée, including ferry arrivals at Roscoff, train connections, and convenient intermediate access points such as Nantes and RoyanBackground on the history, landscapes and regional culture of La Vélodyssée, from Brittany and the Loire estuary to the Gironde, the Landes forests and the Basque coastGuidance on bike choice, equipment and route conditions on La Vélodyssée, covering mixed surfaces, traffic-free cycle paths and the suitability of touring bikes, gravel bikes and e-bikes Combining Atlantic scenery, historic towns, outstanding food and easy-going riding, La Vélodyssée is one of the most rewarding cycle routes in France. Plan your ride with confidence and make the most of every stage with this practical guidebook, designed to simplify navigation, logistics and day-to-day decisions so you can focus on enjoying the journey from Brittany to the Basque coast.

The Dive Atlas of the World, Revised and Expanded Edition offers an inspirational tour of top dive sites around the world, based on first-hand experience, photographed by experts. Lending his vast diving knowledge to this edition is industry expert Technical Editor, Nick Lucey. Filled with stunning photography, the Updated Edition offers a global tour of top dive sites. From well-known classics to sites that have only recently been discovered, this global selection offers the discerning diver a feast of locations to choose from, including an expanded selection of Caribbean dive sites. Whether you favor muck diving and macro photography, wrecks, walls, reefs, caves, blue holes, or the adrenaline rush of high-speed drift dive in a strong current, you will find well-written, clearly mapped accounts of the top places where you can enjoy these dives.

Winner, Finalist, Soeurette Diehl Fraser Translation Award, Texas Institute of Letters, 2001Texas was already slipping from the grasp of Mexico when Manuel Mier y TerÁn made his tour of inspection in 1828. American settlers were pouring across the vaguely defined border between Mexico's northernmost province and the United States, along with a host of Indian nations driven off their lands by American expansionism.TerÁn's mission was to assess the political situation in Texas while establishing its boundary with the United States. Highly qualified for these tasks as a soldier, scientist, and intellectual, he wrote perhaps the most perceptive account of Texas' people, politics, natural resources, and future prospects during the critical decade of the 1820s.This book contains the full text of TerÁn's diary-which has never before been published-edited and annotated by Jack Jackson and translated into English by John Wheat. The introduction and epilogue place the diary in historical context, revealing the significant role that TerÁn played in setting Mexican policy for Texas between 1828 and 1832.

A provocative, sobering analysis of twenty-first century court cases that undermine the very idea of constitutional governmentAs the 2000 decision by the Supreme Court to effectively deliver the presidency to George W. Bush recedes in time, its real meaning comes into focus. If the initial critique of the Court was that it had altered the rules of democracy after the fact, the perspective of distance permits us to see that the rules were, in some sense, not altered at all. Here was a "landmark" decision that, according to its own logic, was applicable only once and that therefore neither relied on past precedent nor lay the foundation for future interpretations.This logic, according to scholar Jack Jackson, not only marks a stark break from the traditional terrain of U.S. constitutional law but exemplifies an era of triumphant radicalism and illiberalism on the American Right. In Law Without Future, Jackson demonstrates how this philosophy has manifested itself across political life in the twenty-first century and locates its origins in overlooked currents of post-WWII political thought. These developments have undermined the very idea of constitutional government, and the resulting crisis, Jackson argues, has led to the decline of traditional conservatism on the Right and to the embrace on the Left of a studiously legal, apolitical understanding of constitutionalism (with ironically reactionary implications).Jackson examines Bush v. Gore, the post-9/11 "torture memos," the 2005 Terri Schiavo controversy, the Republican Senate's norm-obliterating refusal to vote on President Obama's Supreme Court nominee Merrick Garland, and the ascendancy of Donald Trump in developing his claims. Engaging with a wide array of canonical and contemporary political thinkers—including St. Augustine, Alexis de Tocqueville, Karl Marx, Martin Luther King Jr., Hannah Arendt, Wendy Brown, Ronald Dworkin, and Hanna Pitkin—Law Without Future offers a provocative, sobering analysis of how these events have altered U.S. political life in the twenty-first century in profound ways—and seeks to think beyond the impasse they have created.

A provocative, sobering analysis of twenty-first century court cases that undermine the very idea of constitutional governmentAs the 2000 decision by the Supreme Court to effectively deliver the presidency to George W. Bush recedes in time, its real meaning comes into focus. If the initial critique of the Court was that it had altered the rules of democracy after the fact, the perspective of distance permits us to see that the rules were, in some sense, not altered at all. Here was a "landmark" decision that, according to its own logic, was applicable only once and that therefore neither relied on past precedent nor lay the foundation for future interpretations.This logic, according to scholar Jack Jackson, not only marks a stark break from the traditional terrain of U.S. constitutional law but exemplifies an era of triumphant radicalism and illiberalism on the American Right. In Law Without Future, Jackson demonstrates how this philosophy has manifested itself across political life in the twenty-first century and locates its origins in overlooked currents of post-WWII political thought. These developments have undermined the very idea of constitutional government, and the resulting crisis, Jackson argues, has led to the decline of traditional conservatism on the Right and to the embrace on the Left of a studiously legal, apolitical understanding of constitutionalism (with ironically reactionary implications).Jackson examines Bush v. Gore, the post-9/11 "torture memos," the 2005 Terri Schiavo controversy, the Republican Senate's norm-obliterating refusal to vote on President Obama's Supreme Court nominee Merrick Garland, and the ascendancy of Donald Trump in developing his claims. Engaging with a wide array of canonical and contemporary political thinkers—including St. Augustine, Alexis de Tocqueville, Karl Marx, Martin Luther King Jr., Hannah Arendt, Wendy Brown, Ronald Dworkin, and Hanna Pitkin—Law Without Future offers a provocative, sobering analysis of how these events have altered U.S. political life in the twenty-first century in profound ways—and seeks to think beyond the impasse they have created.

Many will remember ""Texas History Movies"", a cartoon booklet that was distributed to Texas history students from the 1920s through the 1960s by Mobil Oil with its familiar Flying Red Horse logo. For decades ""Texas History Movies"" taught thousands of school children the varied history of Texas, from Columbus to the discovery of oil. Though the original version is now considered racist, it was for many students their first and only taste of Texas history. It is with great pride that the Texas State Historical Association announces the publication of our newest version of this timeless Texas history classic by the late Jack Jackson, award-winning scholar and illustrator. ""The New Texas History Movies"" is a totally revised edition with new cartoon strips and text by Jackson. Jackson gained fame as an underground cartoonist in the 1960s and, later, as an independent scholar who specialized in the history of the Spanish presence in Texas. Jack took much pride in this revision, for the original ""Texas History Movies"" was a great inspiration to him. As Jackson states in the afterword, it was his objective ""to create a 'time-machine' effect that would make readers feel like they were there when the events occurred."" He hoped that his ""rendition of the old classic, ""Texas History Movies"", would 'grab' a few young minds and make them want to learn more about the interesting people and events briefly touched on in this booklet."" It could almost be said that Jack's love for Texas history began with ""Texas History Movies""; and it is fitting that his work has come full circle with his rendition of this enduring Texas history classic. An Educator's Edition with additional content by Jana Magruder is available to help teachers incorporate this book into the seventh-grade curriculum. The TEKS-based guide contains activities and TAKS-based assessments for each chapter. It is designed to facilitate interdisciplinary connections between history and language arts teachers while building student skills in reading, writing, and social studies. Included in this Educator's Edition is a CD-ROM containing the materials necessary for easy classroom use.

"Diving with Giants" refers to thrilling underwater experiences with large marine animals like whale sharks, manta rays, great white sharks, or even sperm whales, often offered through specific tour operators or aquarium programs like the Georgia Aquarium's "Journey with Gentle Giants, providing opportunities for close encounters for certified divers or snorkelers in locations like the Caribbean, South Africa, or Hawaii. These expeditions focus on observing majestic creatures safely, either in their natural habitats or controlled aquarium settings, promising unforgettable adventures.

Slip beneath the surface and discover a world of dazzling coral gardens, sea turtles gliding through crystal-clear water, hidden shipwrecks, and some of the most spectacular marine life on Earth.This book takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the planet's greatest underwater destinations, from the Caribbean and the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean, the Pacific, and Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Along the way, award-winning diving author and photographer Jack Jackson introduces the remarkable creatures, ecosystems, and natural wonders that make coral reefs some of the most extraordinary places on the planet.Blending travel inspiration, marine-life encounters, underwater photography, reef ecology, and diving expertise, this beautifully illustrated guide explores both the beauty and fragility of coral reef ecosystems. Readers will encounter vibrant coral kingdoms teeming with life, learn what makes these environments so important, and gain insight into the challenges reefs face in a rapidly changing world.Part travel guide, part natural-history celebration, and part call to appreciate and protect these remarkable ecosystems, here is an invitation to dive deeper into one of Earth's greatest wonders.

A provocative, sobering analysis of twenty-first century court cases that undermine the very idea of constitutional governmentAs the 2000 decision by the Supreme Court to effectively deliver the presidency to George W. Bush recedes in time, its real meaning comes into focus. If the initial critique of the Court was that it had altered the rules of democracy after the fact, the perspective of distance permits us to see that the rules were, in some sense, not altered at all. Here was a "landmark" decision that, according to its own logic, was applicable only once and that therefore neither relied on past precedent nor lay the foundation for future interpretations.This logic, according to scholar Jack Jackson, not only marks a stark break from the traditional terrain of U.S. constitutional law but exemplifies an era of triumphant radicalism and illiberalism on the American Right. In Law Without Future, Jackson demonstrates how this philosophy has manifested itself across political life in the twenty-first century and locates its origins in overlooked currents of post-WWII political thought. These developments have undermined the very idea of constitutional government, and the resulting crisis, Jackson argues, has led to the decline of traditional conservatism on the Right and to the embrace on the Left of a studiously legal, apolitical understanding of constitutionalism (with ironically reactionary implications).Jackson examines Bush v. Gore, the post-9/11 "torture memos," the 2005 Terri Schiavo controversy, the Republican Senate's norm-obliterating refusal to vote on President Obama's Supreme Court nominee Merrick Garland, and the ascendancy of Donald Trump in developing his claims. Engaging with a wide array of canonical and contemporary political thinkers—including St. Augustine, Alexis de Tocqueville, Karl Marx, Martin Luther King Jr., Hannah Arendt, Wendy Brown, Ronald Dworkin, and Hanna Pitkin—Law Without Future offers a provocative, sobering analysis of how these events have altered U.S. political life in the twenty-first century in profound ways—and seeks to think beyond the impasse they have created.

Jack Jackson chronicles in rich detail the hundred years of Spanish ranching that came before Mexico, and subsequently Texas, gained independence. From the introduction of livestock into the province by various early entradas (expeditions), to the first big roundup in 1787, and beyond, he traces the development of the range and of cattle working. He shows the feral increase of the early herds, the conflicts over ownership of the wild animals (mestenos), the emergence of Spanish ""dynasties,"" and the attempts of colonial governments to regulate the industry. Although some scholars have attributed western ranching practices largely to the influence of Anglo settlers, Jackson meticulously traces both stock and stock raising techniques to their origins in Spanish Texas. Describing the founding of the first Anglo ranches in Texas, he carefully shows their adaptation of Hispanic cattle culture in the brands used, the market exploited, and the emerging lifestyle.

This careful study of eighteenth-century cartography along the Gulf Coast reveals a fascinating mix of cooperation and competition between Spain and France.Louis Juchereau de Saint-Denis explored much of the region around the Gulf and sent data to his homeland of France, but he also shared information with Spanish officials. Juan Manuel de Olivan Rebolledo used this information to create several maps, one of which was drawn to demonstrate how Spain might protect itself from the French threat in Louisiana and Canada.Information from the Olivan/Saint-Denis maps soon emerged on French maps. Guillaume Delisle's 1718 ""mother map"" of the Gulf Coast was made possible by Francois Le Maire, a virtually unknown French missionary in Mobile. Jack Jackson and Winston De Ville examine Le Maire's various memoirs and maps, which relied on Saint-Denis for their portrayal of the ""Western Country."" Le Maire's work explains how Delisle acquired the information to draw his profoundly influential map.This important book for cartographers will also be of interest to the lay historian and the Gulf Coast enthusiast.

How can the life of one relatively unknown man change our understanding of Texas history and the American West? Peter Ellis Bean, a fairly minor but fascinating character, casts unexpected light on conflicts, famous characters, and events from the time of Mexican rule through the years of the Republic.Bean’s role in Mexico’s revolution against Spain and his service as an agent of the Mexican government, especially as Indian agent in eastern Texas, provide an unusually vivid picture of Mexican Texas, as well as new information about the Indians in his region. More explosively, Jackson’s research on Bean’s career as Indian agent casts doubt on the traditional characterization of Sam Houston as a friend to the Texas Indians. Bean’s career shows Houston as a rival for the loyalty of the Indians during Texas’ rebellion against Mexico, a rival who made false promises for military and political gain.After Texas independence, Bean acquired vast lands in Texas, at one point holding more than 100,000 acres. A good citizen and a good businessman, involved with real estate, sawmills, salt works, agriculture, and stock raising, he was also a bigamist.Meticulously researched, dramatically written, and embodying a unique understanding of Mexican Texas, Jack Jackson’s chronicle of Peter Ellis Bean not only rescues him from relative obscurity but also corrects key aspects of the history in which he was involved and brings to life an era more often consigned to myth.

From the Blue Hole at Lawson Reef and the wreck of the Umbria in the Red Sea, to Michaelmas on the Great Barrier Reef, the Dive Atlas of the World offers a global tour of top dive sites, described and photographed by experts. From well-known classics to sites that have only recently been discovered, this global selection offers the discerning diver a feast of locations to choose from, including an expanded selection of Caribbean dive sites. Whether you favor muck diving and macro photography, wrecks, walls, reefs, caves, blue holes or the adrenaline rush of high-speed drift dive in a strong current (or all of these), you will find well-written, clearly mapped accounts of the top places where you can enjoy these dives. This book features contributions from local experts, leading writers and award-winning photographers such as Jack Jackson and Lawson Wood.

Cycle one of Europes best long-distance bike routes on La Vlodysse, the French section of EuroVelo 1, following the Atlantic coast from Roscoff in Brittany to Hendaye on the Spanish border. Covering 1302km, this fully signposted route passes through canal towpaths, coastal paths, forest tracks and quiet lanes, linking dramatic seascapes, historic ports, sandy beaches and some of western Frances most distinctive regional landscapes. From Brittanys inland waterways and medieval towns to the marshes of the Atlantic seaboard, the great pine forests and surf coast of the southwest, La Vlodysse offers an unforgettable cycle-touring journey through France. With 80% of the route on traffic-free paths and a generally gentle profile, La Vlodysse is ideal for both experienced cycle tourers and riders looking for an accessible multi-day cycling holiday in France. This guidebook describes the route in 19 stages, based on average daily rides of around 75km, with options for faster or slower schedules and advice for splitting the ride into shorter one-week sections using natural break points at the Loire and Gironde estuaries. Excellent rail and ferry links, plentiful accommodation and strong cycling infrastructure make planning straightforward, whether youre riding the full route or choosing a section such as Brittany to Nantes, the Atlantic coast to Royan, or the final run through Aquitaine to the Basque coast. 19 stage-by-stage route descriptions for La Vlodysse, from Roscoff to Hendaye, with clear daily distances, terrain notes and practical navigation guidance for the full 1302km Atlantic coast route Detailed mapping and navigation support for La Vlodysse, including guidance on following EuroVelo 1 signage and using downloadable GPX files for reliable route-finding day by day Practical planning advice for cycling La Vlodysse, with suggested itineraries for two-, three- and four-week tours, plus help for breaking the route into shorter and more manageable sections Useful information on accommodation, food and facilities along La Vlodysse, from campsites and budget stays to hotels, cafs, restaurants and cyclist-friendly services Transport and access advice for La Vlodysse, including ferry arrivals at Roscoff, train connections, and convenient intermediate access points such as Nantes and Royan Background on the history, landscapes and regional culture of La Vlodysse, from Brittany and the Loire estuary to the Gironde, the Landes forests and the Basque coast Guidance on bike choice, equipment and route conditions on La Vlodysse, covering mixed surfaces, traffic-free cycle paths and the suitability of touring bikes, gravel bikes and e-bikes Combining Atlantic scenery, historic towns, outstanding food and easy-going riding, La Vlodysse is one of the most rewarding cycle routes in France. Plan your ride with confidence and make the most of every stage with this practical guidebook, designed to simplify navigation, logistics and day-to-day decisions so you can focus on enjoying the journey from Brittany to the Basque coast.

The Dive Atlas of the World offers a global tour of dive sites, described and photographed by experts. From well-known classics to sites that have only recently been discovered, this global selection offers the discerning diver a feast of locations to choose from, including an expanded selection of Caribbean dive sites.Whether you favour muck diving and macro photography, wrecks, walls, reefs, caves, blue holes or the adrenaline rush of high-speed drift dive in a strong current (or all of these), you will find well-written, clearly mapped accounts of the top places where you can enjoy these dives.This book features contributions from local experts, leading writers and award-winning photographers such as Jack Jackson and Lawson Wood.