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Nantucket: The Ultimate Playground is a captivating read and visual guide that captures the essence of the idyllic island of Nantucket through a child's eyes. Whether you are a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, this photographic story offers more than 200 beautiful photographs that showcase Nantucket's unique magic and family-friendly attractions. Some of the key highlights of the book include a focus on Nantucket's vibrant beach culture, featuring colorful beach jeeps, kayaks, and surf shops; an appreciation for the island's culinary delights, including warm waffle cones and other local treats; stunning imagery of Nantucket's famous bluff walks and secret gardens, offering a glimpse into the island's natural beauty; and a visitor's guide to the places featured in the book, making it an invaluable resource for families planning a trip to Nantucket. Inspired by the birth of the author's child during the COVID-19 pandemic and her own near-death experience, Nantucket: The Ultimate Playground is a celebration of life and the simple pleasures that Nantucket has to offer. Whether you are seeking inspiration for your next vacation or simply want to explore the island's hidden treasures, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves Nantucket.

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Over the past several decades, the civil justice process has become alarmingly expensive, politicized, and lengthy. Though the court system lies at the heart of American democracy, it often does not meet the legitimate needs of the people, resulting in a rift between citizens and their own legal system. With a system that hasn't seen major reform since 1938, it's inevitable that there are shortcomings and misunderstandings. The situation is precarious, but not hopeless. In Rebuilding Justice, Rebecca Love Kourlis and Dirk Olin illuminate why the courts are critical and how they are being eroded, defaced, and undermined. While covering complex issues such as civil justice reform, judicial selection and performance evaluation, and domestic relations, Kourlis and Olin propose practical solutions to improve the efficiency, accessibility, and integrity of America's civil courts. An important portrait of the American judicial system, Rebuilding Justice is a call to action for all Americans to take the steps necessary to fix, support, and protect this crucial cornerstone of our democracy.

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