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Life on Planet Earth is at risk as a result of the negligent development model followed by one species: humans. The Great Family of Life explains the causes, consequences and desirable solutions to the unbalanced and unfair relationship between Homo sapiens and the other species that inhabit Planet Earth in a succinct, enjoyable and thought-provoking way. Major sociological, economic, political, religious and phylosophical perspectives are reviewed in order to understand why we have reached the current alarming status of global biodiversity during the Anthropocene, and how we can react to it to attain not just human welfare, but Global Happiness. This book explains the causes, consequences and desirable solutions to the unbalanced and unfair relationship between Homo sapiens and the other species that inhabit Planet Earth in a succinct, enjoyable and thought-provoking way. Major sociological, economic, political, educational, religious and phylosophical perspectives are reviewed in order to understand why we have reached the current alarming status of global biodiversity during the Anthropocene, and how we can react to it to attain not just human welfare, but global happiness. The target audience is wide, from the general public interested in the deep inner causes of environmental degradation, to college and university students and lecturers, notably in the fields of environmental ethics, environmental philosophy, environmental law and environmental politics.

The icy waters of the northern seas hide a creature that is already a legend among all seafarers. The fearsome white leviathan, the chimera of all whalers, Moby Dick. The young Ishmael, along with his faithful friend Queequeg, will board the Pequod, to satisfy their craving for adventure. But soon, he will discover that his work goes beyond whaling, and that the whole crew is at the mercy of the mysterious Captain Ahab's thirst for revenge.

"This book examines troupes, plays, festivals, performative practices, and audiences active during the final years of the Franco dictatorship and the beginning of the transition to democracy. This period, spanning 1968 to 1982, is considered the historical moment that most directly shaped contemporary Spanish politics and society. The dominant narrative of the Transition has long portrayed it as a normalized, non-confrontational, and consensual process steered by political elites. But the world of Spanish theater tells a very different story-one in which ordinary Spaniards played a vital role in the transition to democracy. The chapters of this book draw on censorship files, photographs, audiovisual and textual material, and the author's own interviews with more than a dozen audience and troupe members. Using these sources, David Rodriguez-Solas examines the notable experimentation during this period with theatrical performance, music and ritual, the establishment of performing spaces and festivals, the development of touring networks as a way to evade censorship, and the creation of networks of support that opposed diverse forms of violence and repression. This study will be of great interest to students and scholars interested in theater and the cultural and political history of Spain in the 1960s and 1970s"--

This book addresses the effectiveness of existing protected areas at conserving the diversity of genes, species and ecosystems on land and at sea. The book synthetizes the main biodiversity conservation outcomes of protected areas in the 2010-2019 decade, drawing on a systematic literature review of scientific publications and case studies from around the world demonstrating successes and failures. It provides region-specific results for land and sea ecosystems as well as for developed and developing countries. It also reviews current methodological approaches used to assess protected area effectiveness. The work is timely, since there is growing concern on the global biodiversity crisis among researchers, government organizations and the general public, as demonstrated by the 2030 targets established by the UN Sustainable Development Goals for Life Below Water (SDG 14) and Life On land (SDG15). The book is written in an easy and enjoyable style using numerous pictures, tables and graphs to make the content more engaging and understandable. The main intended audiences of the book are academics, from post-graduate students to university lecturers, and senior researchers in the fields of biodiversity conservation, sustainable development and environmental policy, as well as protected area managers and practitioners.

Caribbean Lutherans tells the story of the Lutheran church in Puerto Rico from a Caribbean perspective. Rodríguez intersperses archival research with cogent commentary and personal accounts, highlighting the power and agency of Puerto Rican and West Indian Lutherans amid the multifaceted legacy of Euro-American missionary efforts on the island. Readers may not be surprised to learn that the first Lutheran missionary in Puerto Rico was a Swedish American Lutheran; they may not be aware, however, that his welcome and success on the island were dependent on the hospitality of an Afro-Caribbean tailor from Jamaica. A winding journey of interactions among American Lutheran synods and a growing Puerto Rican church generated partnerships, tensions, and possibilities that continue to the present. Puerto Rico and neighboring islands joined the United Lutheran Church in America as the Caribbean Synod in 1952. Today, they remain part of the current Evangelical Lutheran Church in America while many other Protestant denominations on the island have formed Puerto Rican "national" churches. Rodríguez explores the continuing tensions inherent in this legacy, bringing both academic expertise and personal experience to this first comprehensive account of the Lutheran church in Puerto Rico.

Hidden somewhere in South America, a world full of adventure awaits, but only the extravagant Professor Challenger believes in its existence. When he joins a reporter in search of adventure, a brave nobleman and a colleague ready to prove him wrong, Challenger will, at last, have the opportunity to discover the lost world.

The icy waters of the northern seas hide a creature that is already a legend among all seafarers: the fearsome white leviathan, the chimera of all whalers, Moby Dick. The young Ishmael, along with his faithful friend Queequeg, will board the Pequod, to satisfy their craving for adventure. But soon, Ishmael will discover that his work goes beyond whaling, and that the whole crew is at the mercy of the mysterious Captain Ahab's thirst for revenge.

In the moonlit shadows of the forest, where the wilds are untamed and the air is thick with danger, "Wolf's Temptation" weaves a thrilling tale of forbidden love, inner conflict, and the uncontrollable pull between a werewolf and his mate. Set in a world where packs rule, and loyalty is tested by blood and power, this story is about the clash between desire and duty, where temptation has the power to change everything. The story follows a fierce and skilled werewolf named Rafe, a powerful alpha with an unwavering sense of duty to his pack. He is respected and feared, carrying the weight of his leadership like a heavy cloak. But there's one thing he's not prepared for: the arrival of a mysterious woman who stirs something deep within him. She is unlike anyone he has ever met. A human who is unaware of the existence of werewolves, yet whose presence awakens a longing he has fought to suppress for years. Her beauty, her innocence, and the quiet strength within her draw him in, but it's the undeniable pull between them-an attraction rooted in fate-that threatens everything he knows. As their worlds collide, Rafe finds himself in a dangerous game of temptation. He knows that it is forbidden for a werewolf to fall in love with a human, and that doing so could tear his pack apart. But the bond between them is undeniable. The more time he spends with her, the harder it becomes to resist the intense chemistry that smolders between them, and the deeper he falls into temptation. The young woman, too, finds herself torn. She is drawn to Rafe in a way she cannot explain, sensing that there is more to him than meets the eye. But she is terrified of the world he is a part of, and the secrets he keeps. As the truth about his nature and their connection slowly comes to light, she is faced with a choice: resist the call of the wolf and the dangerous allure of the alpha, or embrace her destiny, no matter the risks. As the temptation grows stronger, so do the stakes. Rival packs, betrayal, and forces beyond their control threaten to separate them. Rafe's position as alpha is challenged by enemies within and outside his pack, and the young woman must decide whether she is willing to fight for a love that could cost them both everything. In a world ruled by power, loyalty, and primal instincts, they must confront their deepest fears and desires to claim the future that is theirs by fate. Wolf's Temptation is a passionate and suspenseful story of love, sacrifice, and the struggle to control the wildness within. It explores the danger of giving into temptation and the strength it takes to face the unknown for the sake of love. Can Rafe resist the pull of his heart, or will the wolf inside him claim what is his? Will their love survive the perils of a world built on power, or will temptation destroy them both? Only time will tell if their bond is stronger than the forces that seek to tear them apart.

Victimhood, Memory, and Consumerism documents the story of the drug violence in Medellín in the 1980s and 1990s and critically examines the position of its victims. Drawing on unique empirical material, the book addresses the consequences of commercial exploitation of Medellín's violent past for its victims and for the nature of the city today.