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Author: Travis S. Taylor Publisher: Baen Books ISBN: 1625798164 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 371
Book Description
The year is 2072. At the lunar farside radio observatory, an old school radio broadcast is detected, similar to those broadcast on Earth in the 1940s and early 1950s, but in an unknown language, coming from an impossible source, and originating at an equally impossible location—Proxima Centauri. While the nations of Earth debate making First Contact, they learn that the Proximans are facing an extinction-level disaster, forcing a decision: Will Earth send a ship on a multiyear trip to provide aid? Interstellar travel is not easy, and by traveling at the speeds required to arrive before disaster strikes at Proxima, humans will learn firsthand the effects of Einstein’s Special Relativity and be forced to ponder the ultimate of questions of "Are we alone in the universe?" and "What does it mean to be human?" At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management). About Travis S. Taylor: “[E]xplodes with inventive action.”—Publishers Weekly on Travis S. Taylor’s The Quantum Connection “[Warp Speed] reads like Doc Smith writing Robert Ludlum . . . You won’t want to put it down.”—John Ringo
Author: Travis S. Taylor Publisher: Baen Books ISBN: 1625798164 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 371
Book Description
The year is 2072. At the lunar farside radio observatory, an old school radio broadcast is detected, similar to those broadcast on Earth in the 1940s and early 1950s, but in an unknown language, coming from an impossible source, and originating at an equally impossible location—Proxima Centauri. While the nations of Earth debate making First Contact, they learn that the Proximans are facing an extinction-level disaster, forcing a decision: Will Earth send a ship on a multiyear trip to provide aid? Interstellar travel is not easy, and by traveling at the speeds required to arrive before disaster strikes at Proxima, humans will learn firsthand the effects of Einstein’s Special Relativity and be forced to ponder the ultimate of questions of "Are we alone in the universe?" and "What does it mean to be human?" At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management). About Travis S. Taylor: “[E]xplodes with inventive action.”—Publishers Weekly on Travis S. Taylor’s The Quantum Connection “[Warp Speed] reads like Doc Smith writing Robert Ludlum . . . You won’t want to put it down.”—John Ringo
Author: Peter Geiger Publisher: Geiger ISBN: 9781928720096 Category : Almanacs, American Languages : en Pages : 0
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The Farmers Almanac is an annual publication published every year since 1818. It is the only publication of its kind which generations of American families have come to trust. Its longevity speaks volumes about its content which informs, delights, and educates. Best known for its long-range weather predictions, the Farmers Almanac provides valuable information on gardening, cooking, fishing, and more.
Author: Laura Geringer Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1442430486 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 242
Book Description
Forget naughty or nice; this is a battle of good and evil. Luminary Joyce and co-author Geringer deliver the first book in a new series. Before Santa was Santa, he was Nicholas St. North--a daredevil swordsman whose prowess with double scimitars was legendary. Illustrations.
Author: Donald W. Olson Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media ISBN: 1461484030 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 368
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For a general audience interested in solving mysteries in art, history, and literature using the methods of science, 'forensic astronomy' is a thrilling new field of exploration. Astronomical calculations are the basis of the studies, which have the advantage of bringing to readers both evocative images and a better understanding of the skies. Weather facts, volcano studies, topography, tides, historical letters and diaries, famous paintings, military records, and the friendly assistance of experts in related fields add variety, depth, and interest to the work. The chosen topics are selected for their wide public recognition and intrigue, involving artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Edvard Munch, and Ansel Adams; historical events such as the Battle of Marathon, the death of Julius Caesar, the American Revolution, and World War II; and literary authors such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, Joyce, and Mary Shelley. This book sets out to answer these mysteries indicated with the means and expertise of astronomy, opening the door to a richer experience of human culture and its relationship with nature. Each subject is carefully analyzed. As an example using the study of sky paintings by Vincent van Gogh, the analytical method would include: - computer calculations of historical skies above France in the 19th century - finding and quoting the clues found in translations of original letters by Van Gogh - making site visits to France to determine the precise locations when Van Gogh set up his easel and what celestial objects are depicted. For each historical event influenced by astronomy, there would be a different kind of mystery to be solved. As an example: - How can the phase of the Moon and time of moonrise help to explain a turning point of the American Civil War - the fatal wounding of Stonewall Jackson at Chancellorsville in 1863? For each literary reference to astronomy, it was determined which celestial objects were being described and making an argument that the author is describing an actual event. For example, what was the date of the moonlit scene when Mary Shelley first had the idea for her novel “Frankenstein?” These and more fun riddles will enchant and delight the fan of art and astronomy.
Author: Sherry Petersik Publisher: Artisan ISBN: 1579656765 Category : House & Home Languages : en Pages : 337
Book Description
This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
Author: Hub Zwart Publisher: LIT Verlag Münster ISBN: 3643910509 Category : Philosophy Languages : en Pages : 206
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This book presents a psychoanalysis of technoscience. Basic concepts and methods developed by Freud, Jung, Bachelard and Lacan are applied to case histories (palaeoanthropology, classical conditioning, virology). Rather than by disinterested curiosity, technoscience is driven by desire, resistance and the will to control. Moreover, psychoanalysis focusses on primal scenes (Dubois' quest for the missing link, Pavlov's discovery of the conditioned reflex) and opts for triangulation: comparing technoscience to "different scenes" provided by novels, so that Dubois's work is compared to missing link novels by Verne and London and Pavlov's experiments with Skinner's Walden Two, while virology is studied through the lens of viral fiction.
Author: Lewis S. Josephs Publisher: University of Hawaii Press ISBN: 9780824813451 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 576
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Based on the Palauan-English dictionary by Fr. Edwin G. McManus, S.J. (UH Press, 1977), this revision is designed to be an easily accessible reference for identifying vocabulary items of Palauan, which are often culture bound, semantically rich, and structurally quite complex. Thousands of Palauan entries are new or greatly expanded. Users will benefit from a much wider range of vocabulary, especially in the areas of flora and fauna, Palauan legend, and borrowed words from both English and Japanese. The expanded English-Palauan finder list allows for quick reference to the Palauan equivalents of many English words.
Author: Llewellyn Publisher: ISBN: 9780738760544 Category : Languages : en Pages : 288
Book Description
With more than two dozen enlightening and inspiring articles that explore modern Witchcraft topics and magical techniques, Llewellyn's 2022 Witches' Companionis a must-have for today's practitioners. This collection presents some of the finest writers and compelling subjects that will empower your life and improve your community.
Author: Editors of Rock Point Publisher: Rock Point Gift & Stationery ISBN: 163106892X Category : Body, Mind & Spirit Languages : en Pages : 243
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Lunar Living 2023 Weekly Planner is your new go-to companion for organizing your life in tune with every phase of the moon, and finding stability in the lunar energy along the way. Take a magic-infused journey through the year with this weekly planner inspired by the otherworldly power of the moon. This unique planner invites you on a mystical planning and scheduling experience, whether for work, school, or your daily life from July 2022 through December 2023. Infused with spells tailored to specific moon phases, this planner helps you actively manifest your intentions, soothe stress, unblock your creativity, and much more. This incandescent planner is designed for those curious about the magic of the moon and seasoned practitioners. This planner features: Stunningly artful full-page descriptions of the moon of the month, its energy, history, and folklore. Full-page step-by-step instructions for spells purposefully paired with the moon phase of the month. Weekly incantations, crystal mysticism, and fun facts to inform your week and spark spiritual nourishment. Moon phases on each monthly calendar so you can track when your spell work is at its most potent. 18 full-month calendar spreads from July 2022 through December 2023 72 weeks with plenty of space to write. Convenient size ideal for carrying in a bookbag, briefcase, or purse. This planner is great for personal use, but also makes a bewitching gift that’s perfect for necromancers of all ages, students, anyone with a busy work schedule, or your industrious friends and family. Activate your productivity and nourish your inner luminescence with Lunar Living 2023 Weekly Planner.
Author: Travis S. Taylor
Author: Travis S. Taylor
Author: Peter Geiger
Author: Laura Geringer
Author: Donald W. Olson
Author: Sherry Petersik
Author: Hub Zwart 
Author: Lewis S. Josephs
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Author: Llewellyn
Author: Editors of Rock Point