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A New Green Day

Author : Antoinette Portis

Publisher : Holiday House

Page : 40 pages

File Size : 35,93 MB

Release : 2020-04-14

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 0823444880

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If you listen, nature speaks. Explore nature through evocative riddles and bold imagery that take the reader from day to night and back again in this perfect read aloud. From the author of the Sibert Honor-winning title Hey, Water! comes a book of poetic riddles that encourage young readers to explore the natural world. Who scribbles on the sidewalk with glistening ink? Snail! Who's a comma in a long, long sentence of a stream? Tadpole! On each spread, children will solve riddles about the familiar animals, plants and the weather that one child encounters outdoors throughout a whole day. Active readers will delight in the clever language and striking illustrations. An NCTE Notable Book in Poetry A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year A Junior Library Guild Selection Selected for the CBC Champions of Change Showcase A Horn Book Fanfare Best Book of the Year



A Brief History of Earth

Author : Andrew H. Knoll

Publisher : HarperCollins

Page : 272 pages

File Size : 12,27 MB

Release : 2021-04-27

Category : Science

ISBN : 0062853937

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Harvard’s acclaimed geologist “charts Earth’s history in accessible style” (AP) “A sublime chronicle of our planet." –Booklist, STARRED review How well do you know the ground beneath your feet? Odds are, where you’re standing was once cooking under a roiling sea of lava, crushed by a towering sheet of ice, rocked by a nearby meteor strike, or perhaps choked by poison gases, drowned beneath ocean, perched atop a mountain range, or roamed by fearsome monsters. Probably most or even all of the above. The story of our home planet and the organisms spread across its surface is far more spectacular than any Hollywood blockbuster, filled with enough plot twists to rival a bestselling thriller. But only recently have we begun to piece together the whole mystery into a coherent narrative. Drawing on his decades of field research and up-to-the-minute understanding of the latest science, renowned geologist Andrew H. Knoll delivers a rigorous yet accessible biography of Earth, charting our home planet's epic 4.6 billion-year story. Placing twenty first-century climate change in deep context, A Brief History of Earth is an indispensable look at where we’ve been and where we’re going. Features original illustrations depicting Earth history and nearly 50 figures (maps, tables, photographs, graphs).



The Greatest Sci-Fi Works of Malcolm Jameson – 17 Titles in One Edition

Author : Malcolm Jameson

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 511 pages

File Size : 47,86 MB

Release : 2023-11-25

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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Malcolm Jameson's 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Works of Malcolm Jameson 17 Titles in One Edition' is a comprehensive collection that showcases the author's mastery of science fiction writing. Jameson's literary style is characterized by vivid world-building, intricate plots, and thought-provoking themes that captivate the reader's imagination. This anthology is a testament to Jameson's skill in crafting engaging narratives that explore the possibilities of speculative fiction. Each story in this collection offers a unique perspective on futuristic societies and technological advancements, making it a must-read for fans of classic science fiction literature. Jameson's works are reminiscent of the Golden Age of Science Fiction, providing readers with a glimpse into the past while still remaining relevant in today's literary landscape. The diverse range of stories in this edition highlights Jameson's versatility as a writer, showcasing his ability to blend adventure, suspense, and ethical dilemmas seamlessly. For those interested in exploring the evolution of science fiction as a genre, 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Works of Malcolm Jameson' is a valuable addition to any library.



Death of a Chimney Sweep

Author : M. C. Beaton

Publisher :

Page : 115 pages

File Size : 36,71 MB

Release : 2014-07-02

Category : FICTION

ISBN : 9781609416669

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In the isolated villages of northern Scotland, the residents rely on chimney sweep Pete Ray. After Police Constable Hamish Macbeth finds a dead body stuffed inside a chimney, the entire town of Lochdubh suspects Pete. Then Pete's body is found on the Scottish moors, and the mystery deepens.



The Greatest Works of Mark Twain: 370+ Titles in One Edition (Illustrated)

Author : Mark Twain

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 7665 pages

File Size : 28,26 MB

Release : 2023-11-27

Category : Literary Collections

ISBN :

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Mark Twain's 'The Greatest Works of Mark Twain: 370+ Titles in One Edition (Illustrated)' is a comprehensive collection that showcases the literary genius of one of America's most iconic writers. Known for his satirical wit and keen observations of human nature, Twain's works range from humorous anecdotes to thoughtful social commentary. This edition includes a vast array of Twain's works, from his beloved classics like 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' to lesser-known gems that highlight the breadth of his talent. The addition of illustrations enhances the reader's experience and brings Twain's timeless stories to life. Twain's writing style is engaging, accessible, and filled with profound insights that continue to resonate with readers today.



The Global War on Morris

Author : Steve Israel

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 304 pages

File Size : 46,15 MB

Release : 2015-11-10

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 147677224X

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Meet Morris Feldstein, a pharmaceutical salesman living and working in western Long Island who loves the Mets, loves his wife Rona, and loves things just the way they are. He doesn't enjoy the news; he doesn't like to argue. Rona may want to change the world; Morris wants the world to leave him alone. Morris does not make waves. But one day Morris is seduced by a lonely, lovesick receptionist at one of the doctors' offices along his sales route, and in a moment of weakness charges a non-business expense to his company credit card. No big deal, you might think. Easy mistake. But the government's top-secret surveillance program, anchored by a giant, complex supercomputer known as NICK, thinks differently. Eventually NICK begins to thread together the largely disparate and tenuously connected strands of Morris's life.



Narrative, Piety and Polemic in Medieval Spain

Author : Alun Williams

Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing

Page : 320 pages

File Size : 44,36 MB

Release : 2024-03-21

Category : History

ISBN : 1350143693

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This book presents an original perspective on the variety and intensity of biblical narrative and rhetoric in the evolution of history writing in León-Castile during the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. It focuses on six Hispano-Latin chronicles, two of which make unusually overt and emphatic use of biblical texts. Of particular importance is the part played by the influence of exegesis that became integral to scriptural and liturgical influence, both in and beyond monastic institutions. Alun Williams provides close analysis of the text and comparisons with biblical typology to demonstrate how these historians from the north of Iberia were variously dependent on a growing corpus of patristic and early medieval interpretation to understand and define their world and their sense of place. Narrative, Piety and Polemic in Medieval Spain sees Williams examine this material as part of a comparative exploration of language and religious allusion, showing how the authors used these biblical-liturgical elements to convey historical context, purpose and interpretation.



The Massachusetts Magazine

Author : Thomas Franklin Waters

Publisher :

Page : 402 pages

File Size : 15,20 MB

Release : 1908

Category : Genealogy

ISBN :

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Quantum Computation and Quantum Information

Author : Michael A. Nielsen

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 709 pages

File Size : 24,38 MB

Release : 2010-12-09

Category : Science

ISBN : 1139495488

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One of the most cited books in physics of all time, Quantum Computation and Quantum Information remains the best textbook in this exciting field of science. This 10th anniversary edition includes an introduction from the authors setting the work in context. This comprehensive textbook describes such remarkable effects as fast quantum algorithms, quantum teleportation, quantum cryptography and quantum error-correction. Quantum mechanics and computer science are introduced before moving on to describe what a quantum computer is, how it can be used to solve problems faster than 'classical' computers and its real-world implementation. It concludes with an in-depth treatment of quantum information. Containing a wealth of figures and exercises, this well-known textbook is ideal for courses on the subject, and will interest beginning graduate students and researchers in physics, computer science, mathematics, and electrical engineering.



MARK TWAIN Ultimate Collection: 370+ Titles in One Volume (Illustrated)

Author : Mark Twain

Publisher : e-artnow

Page : 7657 pages

File Size : 40,56 MB

Release : 2017-07-20

Category : Young Adult Fiction

ISBN : 8026878167

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This collection comprises the complete works of Mark Twain. The edition includes all of Twain's novels and short stories, autobiographical writings, numerous travel books, essays, speeches, letters and much more: Novels The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Adventures of Huckleberry Finn The Gilded Age The Prince and the Pauper A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court The American Claimant Tom Sawyer Abroad Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc Pudd'nhead Wilson Tom Sawyer, Detective A Horse's Tale The Mysterious Stranger Novelettes A Double Barrelled Detective Story Those Extraordinary Twins The Recent Carnival of Crime in Connecticut The Stolen White Elephant The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg Captain Stormfield's Visit to Heaven Short Story Collections The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County and Other Sketches Mark Twain's (Burlesque) Autobiography and First Romance Sketches New and Old Merry Tales The £1,000,000 Bank Note and Other New Stories The $30,000 Bequest and Other Stories The Curious Republic of Gondour and Other Whimsical Sketches Alonzo Fitz, and Other Stories Mark Twain's Library of Humor Other Stories Essays, Satires & Articles How to Tell a Story, and Other Essays What Is Man? And Other Essays Editorial Wild Oats Concerning the Jews To the Person Sitting in Darkness To My Missionary Critics Christian Science Queen Victoria's Jubilee Essays on Paul Bourget The Treaty with China Stirring Times in Austria The Czar's Soliloquy King Leopold's Soliloquy Adam's Soliloquy Essays on Copyrights Other Essays Travel Books The Innocents Abroad A Tramp Abroad Roughing It Old Times on the Mississippi Life on the Mississippi Following the Equator Some Rambling Notes of an Idle Excursion The Complete Speeches The Complete Letters Autobiography Biographies Mark Twain: A Biography by Albert Bigelow Paine The Boys' Life of Mark Twain by Albert Bigelow Paine My Mark Twain by William Dean Howells