The Beast of Loch Ness


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Hunting monsters requires three things. Unflinching courage. Decent shoes for running away when the first fails. And a willingness to spend one’s honeymoon in the wilds of Scotland. Harry isn’t entirely convinced about the last one. But her beloved has his heart set on visiting the sleepy village of Drumnadrochit, which just happens to sit on the shore of Loch Ness. Rumors swirl around the loch—whispered tales of a huge hump-backed creature seen swimming through the murk. John can’t resist the lure of a yet-undiscovered species. Harry agrees to investigate…if he promises to do the rowing. When they arrive, they discover that they’re not the only ones chasing Nessie. A local newspaper is offering a reward for the first photograph and droves of amateur monster hunters descend on the village, including Harry’s godfather, Arthur Conan Doyle. If that isn’t enough to dash her hopes for a romantic interlude, a series of brutal murders points to yet another legendary beast—one which, as Uncle Arthur puts it, “has the footprints of a gigantic hound!” It will take all of Harry’s cunning to uncover the truth behind the deaths—and what lurks beneath the dark, chill waters of the loch. You’ll love The Beast of Loch Ness for its witty banter, spine-chilling monster mash-up, and diabolically clever mystery. Get it now.




Monster at Loch Ness


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Discusses the legends and the evidence concerning the origins and existence of the Loch Ness monster.




The Loch Ness Monster


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Explores, in graphic novel format, the mystery of Scotland's Loch Ness Monster.




Is the Loch Ness Monster Real?


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Four new titles in this best-selling series examine the evidence—or lack thereof—for these supernatural legends. Reviews of the first six books called the series "solid stuff for teaching high-interest critical thinking," (Booklist) and said, "These books will spark classroom debate," (School Library Journal). Curious minds want to know: are these things real? Read and decide for yourself! Presents stories of the Loch Ness monster in Scotland, examining the evidence of various explanations and hoaxes surrounding this legend.




Abominable Science


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Presents arguments for and against the existence of five notable cryptids and challenges the pseudoscience that furthers their legendary statuses, while providing an exploration of the nature and subculture of cryptozoology.




A Monstrous Commotion


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The Loch Ness Monster: a creature that should have died out with the dinosaurs, or a legend built on hoaxes and wishful thinking? Sir Peter Scott, internationally renowned naturalist and president of the World Wildlife Fund, was convinced that the Monster existed. So were senior scientists at London's Natural History Museum and Chicago University; they lost their jobs because they refused to renounce their belief in the creature. For decades, the scientific establishment was determined to quash attempts to investigate Loch Ness - until Nature, the world's greatest research journal, published an article by Peter Scott featuring underwater photographs of the Monster. Drawing extensively on new material, Gareth Williams takes a wholly original look at what really happened in Loch Ness. A Monstrous Commotion tells the story as never before: a gripping saga populated by colourful characters who do extraordinary things in pursuit of one of evolution's wildest cards. Meticulously researched and dazzlingly written, this book will appeal to anyone fascinated by nature and its mysteries - and to everyone who enjoys a beautifully crafted detective story with a strong cast of heroes and villains, plenty of twists and an unexpected ending.




Loch Ness


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Something is down there, hiding beneath the murky waters of the legendary Loch Ness. It's enormous. It's deadly. It's older than history itself. And it's not what anyone thought it was. Dr. John Nagle had devoted his life to debunking the myths and rumors surrounding the mysterious Loch Ness Monster. but when all of the provably false sightings and hoaxes were removed, he found a startling and undeniable pattern that led to a truth more incredible and far more terrifying than the legend ever was! The revelation took Nagle and his team on a quest halfway around the world to find an ancient family believed to have the ability to summon the beast at will. The sole remaining member of this secretive bloodline known as the "Callers" was a beautiful school teacher who knew nothing of her heritage until the monster was accidentally called. But could she call it off?




Golden Buddha


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In the first novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling Oregon Files series, Chairman Juan Cabrillo and his crew are hired by the US government to free Tibet from Chinese control... The Corporation, a group of highly intelligent and skilled mercenaries, under the leadership of Juan Cabrillo, board a brand new ship. It's a state-of-the-art seagoing marvel with unthinkable technology at its disposal. And it's designed to look like a rusty old lumber hauler. But if Cabrillo and his team plan to make this spy ship their new headquarters, their first mission had better be a success. With the secret backing of the US government, Cabrillo sets out to put Tibet back in the hands of the Dalai Lama by striking a deal with the Russians and the Chinese. His main negotiating chip is knowledge of a golden Buddha containing records of vast oil reserves in the disputed land. But first, he'll have to locate—and steal—the all-important artifact. And there are certain people who would do anything in their power to see him fail...




The Loch


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Marine biologist Zachary Wallace once suffered a near-drowning experience in legendary Loch Ness, and now, long-forgotten memories of that experience have begun haunting him. The truth surrounding these memories lies with Zachary's estranged father, Angus Wallace, a wily Highlander on trial for murder. Together the two plunge into a world where the legend of Loch Ness shows its true face. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.




The Loch Ness Mystery Reloaded


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On the fiftieth anniversary of the local newspaper report which made the Loch Ness Monster world famous, Ronald Binns published his classic but controversial book The Loch Ness Mystery Solved. Over three decades later it remains both influential and a source of fierce debate. In this new book Binns takes a fresh look at Nessie in the light of later evidence and recent analysis of the classic photographs and film. He considers the relationship between the Loch Ness Monster and the water kelpie tradition of Scottish folklore. He also scrutinises the role played by central figures in the Loch Ness story such as Rupert Gould, Tim Dinsdale and Ted Holiday. Ronald Binns is a former member of the Loch Ness Phenomena Investigation Bureau. He has made numerous visits to the loch in search both of the Monster and a greater understanding of this enduring phenomenon.