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From the author of the acclaimed New York Times bestseller LAWRENCE IN ARABIA a stunningly revelatory narrative history of one of the most momentous events in modern times, the jaw-dropping stupidity of the American government, and the dawn of the age of religious nationalism. On November 16th, 1977, at a state dinner in the White House, President Jimmy Carter toasted Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, King of Kings, Light of the Aryans, Shadow of God on Earth, praising his “enlightened leadership” and extolling Iran as “a stabilizing influence in that part of the world.” Iran had the world’s fifth largest army and was awash in billions of dollars in oil revenues. Construction cranes dotted the skyline of its booming capital, Tehran. The regime’s feared secret police force SAVAK had crushed communist opposition, and the Shah had bought off the conservative Muslim clergy inside the country. He seemed invulnerable, and invaluable to the United States as an ally in the Cold War. Fourteen months later the Shah fled Iran into exile, forced from the throne by a volcanic religious revolution led by a fiery cleric named Ayatollah Khomeini. How could the United States, which had one of the largest CIA stations in the world and thousands of military personnel in Iran, have been so blind? The spellbinding story Scott Anderson weaves is one of a dictator oblivious to the disdain of his subjects and a superpower blundering into disaster. The Shah emerges as a fascinating, Shakespearean character – a wannabe Richard III unaware of the depth of dissent to his rule, indecisive like Hamlet when action was called for, and at the end Lear-like as he raged against his fate. The Americans made terrible decisions at almost every juncture, from a secret pact designed by Kissinger and Nixon, to dismissing reports from the one diplomat who saw how hated the Shah was by the Iranian people (unlike almost all his colleagues, he spoke Farsi), to Jimmy Carter allowing the Shah to come to America for medical treatment, which set off the hostage crisis which forever damaged American influence in the world. Scott Anderson tells this astonishing tale with the narrative brio, mordant wit, and keen analysis that made his bestselling LAWRENCE IN ARABIA one of the key texts in understanding the modern Middle East. Based on voluminous research and dozens of interviews, KING OF KINGS is driven by penetrating portraits of the people involved – the Iranian-American doctor who convinced American officials Khomeini was a moderate; the American teacher who learned of Khomeini’s influence long before the cleric was even mentioned in official reports; the Shah’s court minister who kept a detailed diary of all their interactions; the Shah’s wife Farah who still mourns her lost kingdom; the hypocritical and misguided Jimmy Carter; and the implacable Khomeini who outmaneuvered his foes at every turn. The Iranian Revolution, Anderson convincingly argues, was as world-shattering an event as the French and Russian revolutions. In the Middle East, in India, in Southeast Asia, in Europe, and now in the United States, the hatred of economically-marginalized, religiously-fervent masses for a wealthy secular elite has led to violence and upheaval – and Iran was the template. KING OF KINGS is a bravura work of history, and a warning.

“Lawrence xứ Ả-Rập: Chiến tranh, thủ đoạn, sự điên rồ của đế quốc và quá trình hình thành Trung Đông hiện đại” là tác phẩm của nhà văn và phóng viên chiến trường người Mỹ Scott Anderson, sẽ góp phần làm sáng tỏ câu chuyện về sự hình thành của Trung Đông hiện đại, và từ cái nhìn sâu vào quá trình đó giúp ta hiểu được những vấn đề hiện tại họ đang đối mặt. Thomas Edward Lawrence hay ”Lawrence xứ Ả-rập” là một sĩ quan Quân đội Anh nổi tiếng với vai trò trong Cuộc nổi dậy của Ả-rập chống sự thống trị của Đế quốc Ottoman – Thổ Nhĩ Kỳ trong những năm 1916 – 1918. Lawrence vừa là chứng nhân vừa là người tham dự trong một số sự kiện quan trọng nhất dẫn đến việc hình thành Trung Đông hiện đại. Cuốn sách “Lawrence xứ Ả-Rập” của Anderson sẽ tập trung vào T.E. Lawrence trong câu chuyện giữa anh và ba nhân vật khác, những người đại diện cho các thế lực ở Trung Đông trong Thế chiến I. Một nhà khảo cổ được quân đội Anh tuyển mộ; Một quý tộc thất thế, sĩ quan tình báo duy nhất của Mỹ ở Trung Đông trong Thế chiến I; Một học giả trẻ người Đức ngụy trang dưới vỏ bọc Ả-rập đề phát động chiến tranh; Một nhà khoa học Do Thái với mục tiêu thiết lập mạng lưới gián điệp chống Ottoman. Bốn nhân vật lịch sử trên sẽ lần lượt tham gia vào những trò chơi ngầm phức tạp và các cuộc đối đầu tay đôi, từ đó giúp kiến tạo Trung Đông hiện đại, định hình nên thế giới mà chúng ta đang sống ngày nay. Phạm vi rộng hơn này cũng cho phép Anderson truy tìm nguồn gốc của những rạn nứt chính trị ngày nay, bao gồm xung đột Ả-rập – Do Thái, chủ nghĩa Hồi giáo và vai trò của ngành dầu khí ở Trung Đông. “Lawrence xứ Ả-Rập” là một trong những cuốn sách lịch sử khách quan, toàn diện, dễ đọc và có ảnh hưởng nhất về lịch sử Trung Đông; một tài liệu tham khảo thiết thực cho sinh viên, các nhà nghiên cứu và những độc giả quan tâm đến lịch sử Trung Đông nói riêng, lịch sử thế giới nói chung. Đây cũng là cuốn sách đầu tiên mở đầu cho Tủ sách Lịch sử Trung Đông của Omega Plus.

Unlock the secrets to a harmonious relationship with your furry friend through the transformative power of crate training. In "The Ultimate Crate Training Manual," experienced dog trainer [Scott Anderson] presents a comprehensive guide to help dog owners achieve a happy, well-behaved canine companion. Crate training isn''t just about containment; it''s a pathway to fostering trust, confidence, and a deeper bond between you and your dog. This book provides a step-by-step approach to crate training, covering everything from selecting the right crate to overcoming common challenges such as separation anxiety and unwanted behaviors. Discover the fundamentals of crate training, including establishing routines, using positive reinforcement techniques, and understanding your dog''s needs at different life stages. Whether you''re welcoming a new puppy into your home or seeking to improve the behavior of an adult or senior dog, you''ll find practical advice and proven strategies to make crate training a positive experience for both you and your furry companion. With insights into advanced crate training techniques, incorporating crate training into daily life, and integrating crate training with obedience and house training, this manual equips you with the tools you need to raise a well-behaved dog who thrives in any environment. Packed with expert guidance, real-life examples, and actionable tips, "The Ultimate Crate Training Manual" is your go-to resource for building a strong foundation of trust and communication with your canine companion. Whether you''re a first-time dog owner or a seasoned enthusiast, this book will empower you to unlock the full potential of crate training and enjoy a lifetime of companionship with your beloved pet.

This story is told by man from Earth named Ivan Dixon. Ivan tells his story in the first person of an accidental meeting with an alien race that has provided planetary protection for Earth for a very long time. Understandably, Ivan would accept the job of coordinating the protection of this, and several other worlds, from invasion or extermination. During his journey, Ivan will make new friends and save planetary civilizations, all with the help of a member of a machine race and a highly advanced interstellar ship. Written from Ivan’s perspective, the man from Earth will play matchmaker to a good friend desperately in need to exercise and prove his abilities. Also, Ivan’s new duties will take him to unexplored worlds and push him to work through dangerous alien contacts. Nothing can prepare the human for what he’ll encounter, but he will have the support of Tar, his android mentor, and an intelligent saucer with few if any limitations. Written for all age groups.

The desperate battle to save mankind from extinction reaches the darkest hour. Earth''s space fleet is cutoff and hopelessly outnumbered and outgunned. Running for their very lives, can human ingenuity and sheer determination, turn the tide of battle and overcome overwhelming odds? The fate of mankind hangs in the balance as the war between man and alien machines reaches the turning point that will determine whether man or machine will survive.

This revised, second edition develops the creative principles established in the first edition, building particularly on three-dimensional forms, featuring a large number of new images.

From the bestselling author of Lawrence in Arabia—the gripping story of four CIA agents during the early days of the Cold War—and how the United States, at the very pinnacle of its power, managed to permanently damage its moral standing in the world. “Enthralling … captivating reading.” —The New York Times Book Review At the end of World War II, the United States was considered the victor over tyranny and a champion of freedom. But it was clear—to some—that the Soviet Union was already seeking to expand and foment revolution around the world, and the American government’s strategy in response relied on the secret efforts of a newly formed CIA. Chronicling the fascinating lives of four agents, Scott Anderson follows the exploits of four spies: Michael Burke, who organized parachute commandos from an Italian villa; Frank Wisner, an ingenious spymaster who directed actions around the world; Peter Sichel, a German Jew who outwitted the ruthless KGB in Berlin; and Edward Lansdale, a mastermind of psychological warfare in the Far East. But despite their lofty ambitions, time and again their efforts went awry, thwarted by a combination of ham-fisted politicking and ideological rigidity at the highest levels of the government.

Should you "dress for success" when working from home? Nope. What a waste! Can you work from home and have a healthy work-life balance? Yes, in fact, your opportunity for a balanced life improves. Don’t risk the wrong kind of viral internet fame. Avoid the pitfalls and learn how to optimize your WFH environment to boost your productivity. This book is for anyone who works from home, or is considering working from home. Primarily it’s aimed at those of you for whom working from home is new, or daunting. However, even if you’re a WFH veteran, I hope you’ll find some new ideas to improve your current experience. This book is not about setting up a remote working company, and it’s certainly not one of those “How to make $1733 a week working from home” books. Rather it contains practical instructions for working from home productively, while keeping you out of trouble. After 17 years of working remotely, I''ve made plenty of mistakes and learnt how to overcome challenges to achieve great results, working with entirely remote teams. Chapter list Who this is for? WFH FTW - The benefits of working from home Pimp my home office - How to set up your home office Kicking goals - How to improve productivity Let it ring - Setting healthy work boundaries Smoke signals and carrier pigeons - How to communicate well in remote teams Avoiding cabin fever - How to achieve balance None of us is as smart as all of us - How to build strong teams Avoid WFH fails Square peg, square hole - The specifics on apps and hardware Like a boss - Tips for Managers Summing up About me

Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring technologies have been used to inform safety, operational, and treatment decisions for unstable slopes. The TRB National Cooperative Highway Research Program''s NCHRP Synthesis 554: Advances in Unstable Slope Instrumentation and Monitoring documents and synthesizes the state of practice for implementation and use of advancements in unstable slope instrumentation and monitoring by state departments of transportation over approximately the last decade. The types of instrumentation and monitoring technologies range from devices installed on or in slopes to remote-sensing methods from ground, aerial, or satellite-based systems.

Rookie FBI Special Agent Elias Tucker is the son of Liberian immigrants and he''s living his American Dream. He graduated from Brown and turned his attention to the law. His first assignment with the Bureau is the Phoenix satellite office in Cochise County, Arizona, just a short drive from the Mexican border. His work involves the cross-border drug trade, missing persons, and tracking foreign nationals who have entered the country illegally.He''s a cultural fish out of water. Adjusting to his new life will take time, but time isn''t something he has.A string of mysterious disappearances among migrant communities has shocked the locals, but the brass seem unconcerned. What''s happened to them? Where did they go? And how does it relate to the unusually high number of retirements and medical leaves being taken among lifers in DC?A never-ending wave of Central American caravans. Disappearing politicians. A mystery epidemic. A wonder drug. And a green FBI agent named Elias Tucker who won''t take no for an answer. Can he solve the mystery before time runs out? And will the truth die with him?

»Manchmal fließt die Geschichte der Menschheit bedächtig vor sich hin, manchmal bewegt sie sich sehr schnell.« Diesen Satz formulierte Muammar al-Gaddafi 2002 gegenüber Scott Anderson. Tatsächlich hat sich die Geschichte im Nahen Osten überschlagen, seit die USA 2003 im Irak einmarschiert sind: 2011 weckte der Arabische Frühling Hoffnungen, doch bald versanken Länder wie Syrien und der Irak im Chaos, von dem wiederum der Islamische Staat profitierte. Millionen Menschen flohen aus Syrien in Nachbarstaaten und nach Europa. Anhand der Erlebnisse von sechs Menschen schildert Anderson die Geschichte einer zerbrechenden Region. Er begleitet den jungen Iraker Wakaz, der sich vorübergehend dem IS anschließt, Laila, die Witwe eines prominenten ägyptischen Menschenrechtsanwalts, deren Sohn innerhalb kurzer Zeit von drei Regimes inhaftiert wird, und Majd, den seine Flucht von Homs über das Mittelmeer bis nach Dresden führt. Illustriert wird Andersons Großreportage mit Aufnahmen des renommierten Fotografen Paolo Pellegrin. Ein einmaliges zeitgeschichtliches Dokument.

First published in 1909 this is a wonderful historical account of life in Victorian Britain, through the eyes of a Master of Fox Hounds. A glimpse of life on a rural Scottish estate. Full of the fascinating day to day excitement of a packed country house. A must read for any rural sport enthusiast. This text has been republished here for its historical and cultural significance. Including a specially commissioned introduction on the Foxhound.

From the bestselling author of Lawrence in Arabia, a piercing account of how the contemporary Arab world came to be riven by catastrophe since the 2003 United States invasion of Iraq. In 2011, a series of anti-government uprisings shook the Middle East and North Africa in what would become known as the Arab Spring. Few could predict that these convulsions, initially hailed in the West as a triumph of democracy, would give way to brutal civil war, the terrors of the Islamic State, and a global refugee crisis. But, as New York Times bestselling author Scott Anderson shows, the seeds of catastrophe had been sown long before. In this gripping account, Anderson examines the myriad complex causes of the region’s profound unraveling, tracing the ideological conflicts of the present to their origins in the United States invasion of Iraq in 2003 and beyond. From this investigation emerges a rare view into a land in upheaval through the eyes of six individuals—the matriarch of a dissident Egyptian family; a Libyan Air Force cadet with divided loyalties; a Kurdish physician from a prominent warrior clan; a Syrian university student caught in civil war; an Iraqi activist for women’s rights; and an Iraqi day laborer-turned-ISIS fighter. A probing and insightful work of reportage, Fractured Lands offers a penetrating portrait of the contemporary Arab world and brings the stunning realities of an unprecedented geopolitical tragedy into crystalline focus.

„Fascinantă – cea mai bună lucrare de istorie militară din ultimii ani și o analiză edificatoare a disputelor care continuă să mocnească amenințător și azi. O carte extraordinară sub toate aspectele." – The New York Times O relatare palpitantă și revelatoare a uneia dintre cele mai zbuciumate și legendare perioade din istoria secolului al XX-lea – Revolta Arabă și „marele joc" secret de a controla Orientul Mijlociu. CARTE INCLUSĂ PE LISTA CELOR MAI BUNE TITLURI ALE ANULUI DE New York Times • Christian Science Monitor • NPR • Seattle Times • St. Louis Dispatch • Chicago Tribune • American Library Association Bazată pe cercetări extinse și intense, muncă asiduă în arhive, Lawrence în Arabia aduce o nouă perspectivă asupra modului în care s-a configurat lumea Orientului Mijlociu. Cu o acțiune de proporții epice, portretizări expresive, accente critice în condamnarea distrugerilor provocate de comploturile coloniale europene, volumul surprinde strălucit felul în care nesăbuința trecutului declanșează suferința prezentului. Printre numeroasele istorii individuale din Primul Război Mondial care vor fi povestite și repovestite în cadrul centenarelor commemorate între 2014 și 2018, cea a lui T.E. Lawrence iese în evidență... Cartea lui Anderson nu putea fi mai oportună. Acum, când atenția întregii lumi se concentrează asupra Siriei și Egiptului, este uluitor să privești în urmă cu o sută de ani și să vezi un tablou asemănător.... Apelând la o distribuție bogată, Anderson reușește să exploreze haosul din Orientul Mijlociu de la începutul secolului al XX-lea dintr-o varietate de perspective distincte și revelatoare totodată. O mărturie captivantă, de o mare complexitate și profunzime. – The New York Times Book Review Vastă, hipnotică și – să îndrăznim să o spunem – cinematografică în detaliu, Lawrence în Arabia ilustrează modul în care biografia și istoria se potențează reciproc. – The Wall Street Journal Absorbiți de măcelul ce avea loc în tranșeele Europei în Primul Război Mondial, combatanții occidentali acordau prea puțină importanță teatrului de luptă din Orientul Mijlociu. Ca urmare, conflictul de aici a fost influențat surprinzător de mult de o mână de aventurieri și ofițeri de rang mărunt aflați departe de marile coridoare ale puterii: Curt Prüfer – universitar tern, atașat pe lângă Ambasada Germană din Cairo, Aaron Aaronsohn – renumit agronom provenit din România și sionist înflăcărat. William Yale – descendent scăpătat al unei familii aristocratice americane. În centrul acestui cerc se afla Lawrence – la începutul lui 1914, doar un arheolog care lucre la săpături prin deșerturile Siriei. În 1917 ajunsese deja cea mai romantică figură din Primul Război Mondial, luptându-se atât cu inamicii Marii Britanii, cât și cu propriul guvern pentru a-și transforma în realitate viziunea sa asupra destinului poporului arab. Drumurile încrucișate ale acestor patru personaje – intrigile pe care le-au pus la cale, bătăliile pe care le-au purtat, trădările pe care le-au suferit sau le-au uneltit ei înșiși – oglindesc grandoarea, complexitatea și tragedia războiului din deșert.

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Death seems to Robert "Ziggy" Zigstrom to be the only option left in his worthless life. He''s been kicked out of the Navy, served time in the brig, lost his job, and worst of all, lost his woman. Then in the middle of a suicide attempt in his beat up trailer in the California desert, he is rescued by a crippled up ex-hit man who just may give Ziggy a new shot at life

Locked in a desperate battle of survival, Earth has managed to fight off two invasions with the aid of ancient astronauts from a forgotten Imperium that once spanned the stars. While the ships of the Earth First Expeditionary Force are still undergoing repairs after the last battle, a single ship is sent out on a long range reconnaissance mission to find the lost Imperium of mankind. Earth needs to find out if the Imperium is still out there, or if the stars now only hold the ashes of the former Imperium of man. Heading deep into space now controlled by the Trannodom Empire, the ship Lightspeed sets off on a voyage into the unknown.

Olivia is just three when her father leaves home and never returns. A few years later, Olivias mother takes her to live with her grandmother. But when her aunt invites Olivia and her grandma to visit them in Vermont, everything changes forever. After Olivia and her friend, Nicholas, cross a footbridge into Kids World, they attempt to adjust to life in a strange land where everything is run by a computer. After their adventure leads them to make new friends, Olivia and Nicholas trudge back and forth across the bridge between the two worlds, soon discovering life lessons in their former reality. As they are led to create Net Force Ten--a task force for the betterment of all kind--a mirrored entity begins its quest to take over the galaxy, the Internet, and anything else in its way. While Net Force Ten rises up to meet its greatest challenge ever, Olivia, Nicholas, and other members must either become heroes or surrender to an entity determined to achieve dominance. In this young adult sci-fi adventure, a band of unlikely heroes must bravely face a new frontier while battling an evil being who wants nothing more than to take over the galaxy.

Don''t chase business—bring new customers to you! Outdated sales tactics have you chasing leads and fishing for new business. In today''s competitive world, nobody has time for that! Inbound Marketing For Dummies is a one-stop-shop for everything you need to know about inbound marketing techniques that attract the attention of your target audience. Whether you have a small or large business, this approachable text offers insight into creating, executing, promoting, and measuring inbound marketing tactics through easy-to-follow instructions on setting up and implementing a new strategic approach. With the information in this book, you can increase brand awareness, enhance brand loyalty, engage with target audience members, and attract new buyers all by leveraging your website, social media, blog, and other resources that are, most likely, already at your fingertips. A breath of fresh air brought on by the Digital Age, inbound marketing is a holistic, data-driven marketing approach that calls upon digital-based resources, such as your website, social media platforms, blogging, search engine optimization, etc., to establish your company as an authority in its industry—and to help customers find you, instead of require your sales team to chase after each and every customer. Build a reliable inbound marketing team Develop deeper relationships with your customers Convert inbound traffic into revenue Combine inbound and outbound marketing strategies to optimize your business'' resources Inbound Marketing For Dummies is an essential guide for anyone looking to leverage tried and true inbound marketing strategies within their business.

Prisoner Cell Block H took the world by storm. Running from 1979 to 1986, ''Prisoner'', as it was known in its home country, remains one of the most iconic and talked-about television serials to come from Australia, spanning a wonderful 692 episodes: each of them action packed, filled with gritty, intense storylines, some of the most wonderful characters ever created for TV soap, brought to life by a unique mainly female dominated cast whose portrayal of the ''old lags'' are now nothing short of legendary. In this brand new book, Prisoner Cell Block H is remembered and celebrated by three people well known to the show''s fans -- uniting fan club founders Scott Anderson and Barry Campbell with Rob Cope, this book features new and exclusive contributions from the show''s cast, writers and crew. This Companion also takes a look at the theatre productions, hit theme song and world-wide fan following that have continued to make Prisoner one of the most celebrated television serials of all time. Packed with never before published photographs, this is one book that will be a must for any fan of the show! And if you are not a fan of the show, this book will tell you why Prisoner Cell Block H has become THE cult TV series! This is the ultimate guide to this incredible TV series.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A New York Times Notable Book • Finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award in Biography • A thrilling and revelatory narrative of one of the most epic and consequential periods in 20th century history – the Arab Revolt and the secret “great game” to control the Middle East “A fascinating book, the best work of military history in recent memory and an illuminating analysis of issues that still loom large today."—The New York Times "Brilliant. . . . A dazzling accomplishment that combines superb historical research with a compelling narrative.” —The Seattle Times The Arab Revolt against the Turks in World War I was, in the words of T. E. Lawrence, “a sideshow of a sideshow.” As a result, the conflict was shaped to a remarkable degree by a small handful of adventurers and low-level officers far removed from the corridors of power. At the center of it all was Lawrence himself. In early 1914 he was an archaeologist excavating ruins in Syria; by 1917 he was riding into legend at the head of an Arab army as he fought a rearguard action against his own government and its imperial ambitions. Based on four years of intensive primary document research, Lawrence in Arabia definitively overturns received wisdom on how the modern Middle East was formed. One of the Best Books of the Year: NPR, The Christian Science Monitor, The Seattle Times , St. Louis Post-Dispatch , Chicago Tribune

Orogenesis in the Blue Mountains Province (BMP) of NE Oregon involved the accretion of various tectonostratigraphic terranes in concert with syn-tectonic magmatism. Timescales of deformation, metamorphism and magmatism in this region of the Cordillera are poorly constrained, hindering detailed understanding of the timing of tectonic events and the magmatic and metamorphic processes accompanying them. The Mountain Home Metamorphic Complex (MHMC) is a sequence of medium-grade metavolcanic and metasedimentary rocks that borders the Wallowa and Baker terranes of the BMP. The MHMC is intruded by two groups of plutons distinguished based on their respective presence and absence of crystal-plastic deformational textures. This study utilizes U-Pb zircon dating on both crystal-plastically deformed and undeformed pluton suites to bracket the timing of metamorphism and deformation in the MHMC. The whole rock geochemistry of the MHMC was compared to the adjacent Baker and Wallowa terranes to assists in determining the relationship between these terranes and the MHMC. In addition, the petrogenesis of plutonic and metamorphic rocks in the MHMC is determined by Lu-Hf isotopic ratios of zircons. Two distinct plutonic suites are present in the MHMC: 1) deformed hornblende (±clinopyroxene) gabbro, hornblende tonalite and trondhjemite (Group 1), and 2) undeformed biotite-hornblende tonalite, biotite-hornblende quartz diorite, and hornblende gabbronorite (Group 2). 206Pb/238U zircon ages for Group 1 plutons range from 159.46 ± 0.67 to 149.5 ± 1.6 Ma; whereas Group 2 plutons yield ages ranging from 149.4 ± 2.1 Ma to 145.66 ± 0.50 Ma. These ages bracket deformation to between 149.5 to 149.4 Ma, which contrasts with the timing of previously documented tectonic events in the BMP. Epsilon Hf values in the MHMC range from +16.3 to +10.2 in Group 1 plutons and +13.8 to +4.2 in Group 2 plutons. These values exclude correlation between the MHMC and the Baker terrane, but not the Wallowa terrane. On a large scale, the MHMC is metamorphosed to amphibolite facies, a significantly higher grade than any other regional scale metamorphism in the BMP. The timing of deformation constrained in this study does not correspond with any of the previously proposed deformational models for the BMP. The geographically closest known deformational event that corresponds with the timing of deformation in the MHMC is the 150 ±1 Ma Nevadan Orogeny of the Klamath Mountains. The unique timescale of deformation and higher grade metamorphism imply that the MHMC does not belong to the Baker or Wallowa terranes, but may be a new terrane in the BMP.

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