Case Closed?


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Egypt's first female pharaoh disappears around 1457 BCE --- was she murdered? Find out how DNA closes the case. The ancient Arabian Peninsula city of Ubar vanishes, seemingly without trace. Find out how old maps and modern space shuttles help solve the mystery. Sir John Franklin's 1845 expedition to find the Northwest Passage is never heard from again. Find out how spectroscopy points to some probable explanations. Case Closed? examines these and six other mysteries from ancient and modern times. Accompanied by photos, maps, diagrams and illustrations, this book reveals how modern science sheds new light on people, vessels and entire civilizations throughout history that simply vanished. In some cases, the mystery has been solved. In other cases, readers can examine the latest evidence and decide for themselves.




Unlocking the Mysteries of Genesis


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Unlock the Mysteries of Faith and Science Have you wondered how the creation story in Genesis fits with the evolutionary theories of popular science? You're not alone. Many Christians wrestle with the seeming disparity between faith and science. They want to believe the inerrancy of Scripture, but it's difficult to reconcile the two. Unlocking the Mysteries of Genesis seeks to resolve this conflict by answering key questions about the origin of human life, the evidence left by the fossil record, and how the findings of science line up with the Bible. Using the most current research and data, this visually stunning book takes readers on a journey that explores the wonders of God's creation through the lens of faith-based science that clearly points to the authenticity and accuracy of the biblical creation account. The compelling evidence you'll find as you study both Genesis and science will challenge your intellect and reinforce your faith.




Mysteries Unlocked


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In honor of the 70th birthday of Professor Douglas G. Greene, mystery genre scholar and publisher, this book offers 24 new essays and two reprinted classics on detective fiction by contributors around the world, including ten Edgar (Mystery Writers of America) winners and nominees. The essays cover a myriad of authors and books from more than a century, from J.S. Fletcher's The Investigators, originally serialized in 1901, to P.D. James' Death Comes to Pemberley, published at the end of 2011. Subjects covered include detective fiction in the Edwardian era and the "Golden Age" between the two world wars; hard-boiled detective fiction; mysteries and intellectuals; and pastiches, short stories and radio plays.




Mystery Unlocked


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Unlock the secrets of detective work with "Mystery Unlocked," a captivating exploration into the art of investigation. This comprehensive guide ushers you into the enthralling world of detective work, where mystery and discovery intertwine in fascinating ways. Begin your journey with an introduction to the allure of mysteries and the evolving role of detectives. Delve into the essentials of evidence collection, understanding the importance of securing crime scenes and maintaining the critical chain of custody. Learn the art of observation, harnessing mindfulness to notice what others overlook and meticulously documenting every detail. Develop your investigative skills through critical thinking exercises, research techniques, and the power of curiosity. Master the subtle art of interrogation with techniques that build rapport, detect deception, and employ strategic questioning. Analyze clues like a seasoned detective, whether through pattern recognition or the basics of digital forensics. Understand the importance of psychological profiling and explore the minds of criminals to create detailed suspect profiles. Navigate the complex legal and ethical landscape of detective work, ensuring every investigation respects legal frameworks, ethics, and privacy rights. Discover cutting-edge surveillance and tracking techniques, alongside the fascinating world of forensic sciences, from biology to chemistry and psychology. Explore high-profile case studies, learning valuable lessons from both successful resolutions and enduring mysteries. Enhance your understanding of collaboration with law enforcement and inter-agency communication, crucial for a seamless investigation process. Refine your intuition, balancing it with evidence and experience to cultivate your gut feeling. Finally, wrap up the investigation process with precise report writing, presenting findings, and reflecting on your journey as an investigator. "Mystery Unlocked" is not just a book; it's your key to unveiling the secrets of successful detective work. Dive in and become part of the mystery-solving elite.




Breaking the Code


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Happiness


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Utilizing sophisticated methodology and three decades of research by the world's leading expert on happiness, Happiness challenges the present thinking of the causes and consequences of happiness and redefines our modern notions of happiness. shares the results of three decades of research on our notions of happiness covers the most important advances in our understanding of happiness offers readers unparalleled access to the world's leading experts on happiness provides "real world" examples that will resonate with general readers as well as scholars Winner of the 2008 PSP Prose Award for Excellence in Psychology, Professional and Scholarly Publishing Division of the Association of American Publishers




Unlocking the Mysteries of Creation


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Unlocking the Mysteries of Creation is a top-selling book in the homeschool market. This book is marketed in both homeschool and adult markets. The book has wide appeal in all the following areas: Youth, Adult, Creation/Science, Biblical Studies, and General Interest.




Revelation: Unlocking the Mysteries of the End Times


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Many Bible readers finish reading the final chapters of the Scriptures with more questions than answers. Bruce and Stan can help them understand Revelation's encouraging message and apply it to their lives today. This handy guide is thorough enough to uncover Revelation's treasures but succinct enough to be fast-paced and easy to read. It includes... insightful explanations about the Millennium, the Tribulation, and other important subjects helpful answers to frequently asked questions concise summaries of each section of Revelation personal applications of Revelation's message to our lives today thought-provoking questions to stimulate growth and discussion Individual readers and Bible study groups will find the answers to their last-days questions in Revelation: Unlocking the Mysteries of the End Times.




Time Warped


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We are obsessed with time. However hard we might try, it is almost impossible to spend even one day without the marker of a clock. But how much do we understand about time, and is it possible to retrain our brains and improve our relationship with it? Drawing on the latest research from the fields of psychology, neuroscience, and biology, and using original research on the way memory shapes our understanding of time, acclaimed writer and broadcaster Claudia Hammond delves into the mysteries of time perception. Along the way, she introduces us to an extraordinary array of colourful characters willing to go to great lengths in the interests of research, such as the French speleologist Michel, who spends two months in an ice cave in complete darkness. Time Warped shows us how to manage our time more efficiently, speed time up and slow it down at will, plan for the future with more accuracy, and, ultimately, use the warping of time to our own advantage.




The First Signs


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"Archaeologist Genevieve von Petzinger looks past the horses, bison, ibex, and faceless humans in the ancient paintings and instead focuses on the abstract geometric images that accompany them. She offers her research on the terse symbols that appear more often than any other kinds of figures--signs that have never really been studied or explained until now"--