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Author: Jason Ridler Publisher: Start Publishing LLC ISBN: 1597806323 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 290
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A salacious throwback to the detective pulps of the 70s, Hex-Rated kicks off the new urban fantasy series the Brimstone Files. Fall, 1970. Los Angeles has always been a den of danger and bliss, but even darker tidings brew in the City of Angels. Cults, magic, and the supernatural are leaking into the worlds of glamour and dives of the gutter. To the spectators walking down Hollywood Blvd, it’s just more proof that La La Land is over the cuckoo’s nest. But to former child magician and Korean veteran turned newly-licensed private investigator James Brimstone, it means business is picking up. After attending his mentor’s funeral, Brimstone signs his first client: Nico, a beautiful actress with a face full of scars and an unbelievable story of sex, demons, and violence on the set of a pornographic film in the San Fernando Valley. The cops chalk it up to a bad trip from a lost soul, but Brimstone knows better. He takes the case, but the investigation goes haywire as he encounters Hell’s Angels, a lost book of Japanese erotica, and a new enemy whose powers may fill the streets of L.A. with blood. He’ll have to us his Carney wits, magic tricks, and a whole lotta charm to make it out of a world that is becoming . . . Hex-Rated.
Author: Jason Ridler Publisher: Start Publishing LLC ISBN: 1597806323 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 290
Book Description
A salacious throwback to the detective pulps of the 70s, Hex-Rated kicks off the new urban fantasy series the Brimstone Files. Fall, 1970. Los Angeles has always been a den of danger and bliss, but even darker tidings brew in the City of Angels. Cults, magic, and the supernatural are leaking into the worlds of glamour and dives of the gutter. To the spectators walking down Hollywood Blvd, it’s just more proof that La La Land is over the cuckoo’s nest. But to former child magician and Korean veteran turned newly-licensed private investigator James Brimstone, it means business is picking up. After attending his mentor’s funeral, Brimstone signs his first client: Nico, a beautiful actress with a face full of scars and an unbelievable story of sex, demons, and violence on the set of a pornographic film in the San Fernando Valley. The cops chalk it up to a bad trip from a lost soul, but Brimstone knows better. He takes the case, but the investigation goes haywire as he encounters Hell’s Angels, a lost book of Japanese erotica, and a new enemy whose powers may fill the streets of L.A. with blood. He’ll have to us his Carney wits, magic tricks, and a whole lotta charm to make it out of a world that is becoming . . . Hex-Rated.
Author: Frank Rubin Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1633439798 Category : Computers Languages : en Pages : 342
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Explore the fascinating and rich world of Secret Key cryptography! This book provides practical methods for encrypting messages, an interesting and entertaining historical perspective, and an incredible collection of ciphers and codes—including 30 unbreakable methods. In Secret Key Cryptography: Ciphers, from simple to unbreakable you will: Measure the strength of your ciphers and learn how to guarantee their security Construct and incorporate data-compression codes Generate true random numbers in bulk Construct huge primes and safe primes Add an undetectable backdoor to a cipher Defeat hypothetical ultracomputers that could be developed decades from now Construct 30 unbreakable ciphers Secret Key Cryptography gives you a toolbox of cryptographic techniques and Secret Key methods. The book’s simple, non-technical language is easy to understand and accessible for any reader, even without the advanced mathematics normally required for cryptography. You’ll learn how to create and solve ciphers, as well as how to measure their strength. As you go, you’ll explore both historic ciphers and groundbreaking new approaches—including a never-before-seen way to implement the uncrackable One-Time Pad algorithm. Whoever you are, this book is for you! History buffs will love seeing the evolution of sophisticated cryptographic methods, hobbyists will get a gentle introduction to cryptography, and engineers and computer scientists will learn the principles of constructing secure ciphers. Even professional cryptographers will find a range of new methods and concepts never published before. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the technology From the Roman empire’s Caesar cipher to the WWII Enigma machine, secret messages have influenced the course of history. Today, Secret Key cryptography is the backbone of all modern computing infrastructure. Properly designed, these algorithms are efficient and practical. Some are actually unbreakable, even using supercomputers or quantum technology! About the book Secret Key Cryptography teaches you how to create Secret Key ciphers, ranging from simple pen-and-paper methods to advanced techniques used in modern computer-based cryptography. It reveals both historic examples and current innovations. You’ll learn how to efficiently encrypt large files with fast stream ciphers, discover alternatives to AES encryption, and avoid strong-looking but weak ciphers. Simple language and fun-to-solve mini-ciphers make learning serious concepts easy and engaging. What's inside Construct 30 unbreakable ciphers Measure the strength of your ciphers and guarantee their security Add an undetectable backdoor to a cipher Defeat hypothetical ultracomputers of the future About the reader For professional engineers, computer scientists, and cryptography hobbyists. No advanced math knowledge is required. About the author Frank Rubin has been doing cryptography for over 50 years. He holds an MS in Mathematics, and a PhD in Computer Science. Table of Contents 1 Introduction 2 What is cryptography? 3 Preliminary concepts 4 Cryptographer’s toolbox 5 Substitution ciphers 6 Countermeasures 7 Transposition 8 Jefferson Wheel Cypher 9 Fractionation 10 Variable-length fractionation 11 Block ciphers 12 Principles for secure encryption 13 Stream ciphers 14 One-time pad 15 Matrix methods 16 Three pass protocol 17 Codes 18 Quantum computers
Author: Paul Green Publisher: McFarland ISBN: 1476678006 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 208
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The detective genre has explored supernatural and paranormal themes throughout its colorful history. Stories of detectives investigating spiritualists, ghostly apparitions, the occult and psychics have spanned pulp fiction magazines, comic books, novels, film, television, animation and video games. This encyclopedia covers the history of the genre in its multiple forms and informs and adds to the knowledge of either the new or informed reader. Its A-Z format provides ready reference by title. Detective fans browsing for new discoveries will enjoy the entertaining style.
Author: Charles Foxgrover Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal ISBN: 1603762078 Category : Humor Languages : en Pages : 546
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National Humor Month won't be the same with this huge, classic collection of side-splitting, groan-worthy, family-friendly jokes, puns, and riddles. Guaranteed LOLs at a time we can all use a laugh. Between these covers are a staggering 3650 entries - at a joke a day that's 10 full years of comedy! With chapters on everything from Modern Romance, the Working World and Aging to Pop Culture, Money, and much more, 3650 Jokes, Puns and Riddles contains the most ridiculous quip for every conceivable occasion. There are gibes, barbs, and insults, knock-knock jokes, and one-liners, doctor jokes and lawyer jokes, animal jokes and family jokes, and throughout a seemingly endless supply of bad puns. 3650 Jokes, Puns and Riddles will have you chuckling, chortling, giggling, grinning, and groaning in spite of yourself.
Author: Jason Ridler Publisher: Start Publishing LLC ISBN: 1597806331 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 289
Book Description
Winter 1970. As rock stars die of excess and revolution fills the air, newly minted private investigator James Brimstone is spending his days wandering the streets of Los Angeles, looking for low rent cases as far as possible from his last work-for-hire, an unfortunate run-in with the occult on a pornographic film set. But fate has a funny way of slapping Brimstone with the dark hand of magic. When a deadly attack on a veteran’s hall nearly kills his Korean War buddy Cactus, the only clue left behind is a leaf from the Black Lotus, a war drug used in ancient Babylonia . . . that’s supposedly been extinct since the pyramids were young. Between bump-ins with rock star prophets and berserk professional wrestlers, Brimstone races to find out who’s behind the supernatural drug turning the City of Angel’s citizens into sex- and violence-crazed maniacs, as well as a mysterious creature of smoke and evil stalking the streets of L.A. On the boardwalk between our world and nightmares, Brimstone must face the darkness within himself to see if he, too, will fall victim . . . to the Black Lotus Kiss.
Author: Cider Mill Press, Publisher: Applesauce Press ISBN: 1604339594 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 192
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With so many jokes to choose from, you'll never have to hear, Why did the chicken cross the road? ever again. With over 1,700 kid-friendly jokes, this book is a must-have for pranksters (and punsters) everywhere. Whether you're shopping for your little comedian or looking for a laugh yourself, this book is sure to get a standing ovation. Get kids excited for learning without them even realizing it with puns, wordplay, and homophones galore. Bursting with family-friendly humor, this silly big book of jokes is sure to put a smile on anyone's face. And with so many jokes to choose from, you'll never have to hear, Why did the chicken cross the road? ever again.
Author: Chris Marsh Publisher: iUniverse ISBN: 0595190030 Category : Poetry Languages : en Pages : 138
Book Description
Innards drives full-throttle through the dangerous curves of love,loss, life, and death with courage and tension, gas pedal deliberately mashed to the floor, teetering ever so gracefully somewhere between pure bliss and intimate rupture.
Author: Cider Mill Press, Publisher: Applesauce Press ISBN: 1400341752 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 529
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Get ready to laugh nonstop with hundreds of classic knock-knock jokes, silly one-liners, and hilarious puns sure to tickle your funny bone. From silly wordplay to treacherous tongue twisters, this humongous book has something for every kind of jokester. Never get tired of the same old jokes again. Jam packed with thousands of the funniest jokes, these goofy gags will have kids rolling on the floor with laughter. Including: Where did Sir Lancelot go to pay his parking tickets? Knight court. What does the Abominable Snowman get if he stays out in the sun too long? Freezer burn. Why did the pirate join a health club? He wanted to be in ship shape. What’s a Scarecrow's favorite fruit? Strawberries! Kid-friendly content makes this a must-have for your family's bookshelf. So, what are you waiting for? Start laughing with The Most Ginormous Joke Book Ever!
Author: Kevin Ahern Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 0359477275 Category : Humor Languages : en Pages : 688
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A compilation of Kevin Ahern's limericks, verses, and other humor. Includes all six of his Limerick A Day For A Year series as well as hundreds of new verses.
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