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When a doctor investigating fraud in a visiting New Age cult winds up dead, hotel detective Am Caulfield scours the premises for clues while struggling to keep a group of swingers under control, in the sequel to The Hotel Detective.
Book Synopsis The Fat Innkeeper by : Alan Russell
Download or read book The Fat Innkeeper written by Alan Russell and published by Mysterious Press. This book was released on 2009-09-26 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a doctor investigating fraud in a visiting New Age cult winds up dead, hotel detective Am Caulfield scours the premises for clues while struggling to keep a group of swingers under control, in the sequel to The Hotel Detective.
Animals have existed on Earth for many hundreds of millions of years. In that time they have evolved into a great variety of forms, exploiting nearly every habitat the planet has to offer. In the dark depths of the oceans, in the seemingly inhospitable Polar Regions, in the driest deserts, even within the bodies of other animals, there are animal species that have developed unique and extraordinary means of surviving and thriving. Extraordinary Animals: An Encyclopedia of Curious and Unusual Animals is an exploration of those members of the animal kingdom who possess strange and bizarre adaptations that allow them to survive in the most extreme environments, or whose complex lives can only be said to be bewildering. From the tar-baby termite to the blue whale, from the harpy eagle to the naked mole rat, these species reflect the exceptionally broad spectrum of life, showing just how diverse the animal kingdom is. Extraordinary Animals has been thoroughly researched for scientific accuracy, but is accessibly written in everyday language. Each entry includes a description of the animal, an explanation of its odd behavior, other interesting scientific and trivial facts, and black and white illustrations. In addition, a fun and interactive Go Look section encourages readers to go look for the animals in the outside world.
Book Synopsis Extraordinary Animals by : Ross Piper
Download or read book Extraordinary Animals written by Ross Piper and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2007-08-30 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Animals have existed on Earth for many hundreds of millions of years. In that time they have evolved into a great variety of forms, exploiting nearly every habitat the planet has to offer. In the dark depths of the oceans, in the seemingly inhospitable Polar Regions, in the driest deserts, even within the bodies of other animals, there are animal species that have developed unique and extraordinary means of surviving and thriving. Extraordinary Animals: An Encyclopedia of Curious and Unusual Animals is an exploration of those members of the animal kingdom who possess strange and bizarre adaptations that allow them to survive in the most extreme environments, or whose complex lives can only be said to be bewildering. From the tar-baby termite to the blue whale, from the harpy eagle to the naked mole rat, these species reflect the exceptionally broad spectrum of life, showing just how diverse the animal kingdom is. Extraordinary Animals has been thoroughly researched for scientific accuracy, but is accessibly written in everyday language. Each entry includes a description of the animal, an explanation of its odd behavior, other interesting scientific and trivial facts, and black and white illustrations. In addition, a fun and interactive Go Look section encourages readers to go look for the animals in the outside world.
One of the classic works of marine biology, a favorite for generations, has now been completely revised and expanded. Between Pacific Tides is a book for all who find the shore a place of excitement, wonder, and beauty, and an unsurpassed introductory text for both students and professionals. This book describes the habits and habitats of the animals that live in one of the most prolific life zones of the world--the rocky shores and tide pools of the Pacific Coast of the United States. The intricate and fascinating life processes of these creatures are described with affectionate care. The animals are grouped according to their most characteristic habitat, whether rocky shore, sandy beach, mud flat, or wharf piling, and the authors discuss their life history, physiology, and community relations, and the influence of wave shock and shifting tide level. Though the basic purpose and structure--and much of the text--of the book remain the same, content has been increased by about 20 percent; a multitude of changes and additios has been made in the text; the Annotated Systematic Index and General Bibliography have been updated and greatly expanded (now almost 2,300 entries); more than 200 new photographs and drawings have been incorporated; and an entirely new chapter has been added--a topical presentation of the several factors influencing distribution of organisms along the shore. This edition also includes John Steinbeck's Foreword to the 1948 edition.
Book Synopsis Between Pacific Tides by : Edward Flanders Ricketts
Download or read book Between Pacific Tides written by Edward Flanders Ricketts and published by Stanford University Press. This book was released on 1985 with total page 682 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the classic works of marine biology, a favorite for generations, has now been completely revised and expanded. Between Pacific Tides is a book for all who find the shore a place of excitement, wonder, and beauty, and an unsurpassed introductory text for both students and professionals. This book describes the habits and habitats of the animals that live in one of the most prolific life zones of the world--the rocky shores and tide pools of the Pacific Coast of the United States. The intricate and fascinating life processes of these creatures are described with affectionate care. The animals are grouped according to their most characteristic habitat, whether rocky shore, sandy beach, mud flat, or wharf piling, and the authors discuss their life history, physiology, and community relations, and the influence of wave shock and shifting tide level. Though the basic purpose and structure--and much of the text--of the book remain the same, content has been increased by about 20 percent; a multitude of changes and additios has been made in the text; the Annotated Systematic Index and General Bibliography have been updated and greatly expanded (now almost 2,300 entries); more than 200 new photographs and drawings have been incorporated; and an entirely new chapter has been added--a topical presentation of the several factors influencing distribution of organisms along the shore. This edition also includes John Steinbeck's Foreword to the 1948 edition.
Download or read book Habitats Alive! written by Cal Alive and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: LC copies imperfect: accompanying CD-ROM wanting.
Vampire bats that regurgitate blood for roosting buddies. Mosquitoes that filch honeydew droplets from ants. Reptiles that enforce chastity on their lovers with copulatory plugs. Capuchin monkeys that use millipede secretions as mosquito repellent. The natural world is full of unusual relationships, and negotiation between life-forms striving to survive is evolution at its most diverse, entertaining, and awe-inspiring. Picking up where her highly popular Headless Males Make Great Lovers left off, tropical field biologist Marty Crump takes us on another voyage of discovery into the world of unusual natural histories, this time focusing on extraordinary interactions involving animals, plants, fungi, and bacteria. Sexy Orchids Make Lousy Lovers& Other Unusual Relationships illuminates the ceaseless give-and-take between species. Occasionally, both interacting parties benefit, like when hornbills and dwarf mongooses hunt together for food. Other times, like when mites ride in hummingbirds’ nostrils to reach their next meal of nectar, one individual benefits and the other is neither helped nor harmed. But sometimes one individual benefits at the expense of the other; you need only recall your last sinus infection to understand how that works. Throughout, Crump brings her trademark spunk and zest to these stories of intimate exchange. She introduces readers to penguins that babysit, pseudoscorpions that ride and mate under the wings of giant harlequin beetles, and parasitic fungi that bend insects to their will. A lively companion to Crump’s earlier work, Sexy Orchids Make Lousy Lovers& Other Unusual Relationships captures the bizarre and befuddling aspects of the behavior of animals, plants, and microbes. After this entertaining romp through the world of natural relationships, you’ll never look at an orchid the same way again.
Book Synopsis Sexy Orchids Make Lousy Lovers by : Marty Crump
Download or read book Sexy Orchids Make Lousy Lovers written by Marty Crump and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2009-11-15 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vampire bats that regurgitate blood for roosting buddies. Mosquitoes that filch honeydew droplets from ants. Reptiles that enforce chastity on their lovers with copulatory plugs. Capuchin monkeys that use millipede secretions as mosquito repellent. The natural world is full of unusual relationships, and negotiation between life-forms striving to survive is evolution at its most diverse, entertaining, and awe-inspiring. Picking up where her highly popular Headless Males Make Great Lovers left off, tropical field biologist Marty Crump takes us on another voyage of discovery into the world of unusual natural histories, this time focusing on extraordinary interactions involving animals, plants, fungi, and bacteria. Sexy Orchids Make Lousy Lovers& Other Unusual Relationships illuminates the ceaseless give-and-take between species. Occasionally, both interacting parties benefit, like when hornbills and dwarf mongooses hunt together for food. Other times, like when mites ride in hummingbirds’ nostrils to reach their next meal of nectar, one individual benefits and the other is neither helped nor harmed. But sometimes one individual benefits at the expense of the other; you need only recall your last sinus infection to understand how that works. Throughout, Crump brings her trademark spunk and zest to these stories of intimate exchange. She introduces readers to penguins that babysit, pseudoscorpions that ride and mate under the wings of giant harlequin beetles, and parasitic fungi that bend insects to their will. A lively companion to Crump’s earlier work, Sexy Orchids Make Lousy Lovers& Other Unusual Relationships captures the bizarre and befuddling aspects of the behavior of animals, plants, and microbes. After this entertaining romp through the world of natural relationships, you’ll never look at an orchid the same way again.
The country has just been conquered by the Manchus, who would go on to rule China for 267 years, ending in 1911. The dynasty changes from 'Ming' to 'Qing'. Anti-Manchu activists work hard to drive out the Manchus and form a Triad Society 'to overthrow the Qing and restore the Ming'.Foremost in their priorities is to enlist the Shaolin Monastery to their cause. The three young heroes grow up in the monastery where they develop superior kung fu skills. They must save Shaolin Monastery from falling into the hands of the Triad Society.The young Manchu Emperor, Kang Xi, finds himself in Shaolin. When the power hungry Regent Oboi hears of the Emperor's whereabouts, he sends out his assassins. The youngsters must protect the emperor and help him seize back power from the evil regent.Finally, there is the graduation test, in which Shaolin disciples must fight their way through the Wooden Men Lane.This fast-paced novel traces the history of Shaolin Monastery and kung fu, while following the trials of Flint, Bussie and Tobie as they learn the skills they will need in their fight against evil and to become real Heroes of Shaolin.
Book Synopsis Through The Wooden Men Lane by : Zen Lee
Download or read book Through The Wooden Men Lane written by Zen Lee and published by CHK Literature. This book was released on 2014-01-28 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The country has just been conquered by the Manchus, who would go on to rule China for 267 years, ending in 1911. The dynasty changes from 'Ming' to 'Qing'. Anti-Manchu activists work hard to drive out the Manchus and form a Triad Society 'to overthrow the Qing and restore the Ming'.Foremost in their priorities is to enlist the Shaolin Monastery to their cause. The three young heroes grow up in the monastery where they develop superior kung fu skills. They must save Shaolin Monastery from falling into the hands of the Triad Society.The young Manchu Emperor, Kang Xi, finds himself in Shaolin. When the power hungry Regent Oboi hears of the Emperor's whereabouts, he sends out his assassins. The youngsters must protect the emperor and help him seize back power from the evil regent.Finally, there is the graduation test, in which Shaolin disciples must fight their way through the Wooden Men Lane.This fast-paced novel traces the history of Shaolin Monastery and kung fu, while following the trials of Flint, Bussie and Tobie as they learn the skills they will need in their fight against evil and to become real Heroes of Shaolin.
Download or read book St. Nicholas written by and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book St. Nicholas written by Mary Mapes Dodge and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 654 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Traces the history of Shaolin and kung fu, while following the trials of Flint, Bussie and Tobie as they learn the skills they need both in their fight against evil and to become real Heroes of Shaolin.
Book Synopsis Heroes of Shaolin by : Zen Lee
Download or read book Heroes of Shaolin written by Zen Lee and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2008 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the history of Shaolin and kung fu, while following the trials of Flint, Bussie and Tobie as they learn the skills they need both in their fight against evil and to become real Heroes of Shaolin.
What would you do to avenge the murder of your father? When a mad monk whispers to Hanzus that someone poisoned his father, he rides at once to the monastery in haste. But as his father succumbs to the slow poison, he learns the assassin fled south to an inn called the Black Rook. With revenge in his heart, Hanzus travels a raging sea in search of his father’s killer, cementing his name as the Baron Without Sorrow. And on the trail of revenge, he discovers secrets about his family he never knew. Accompanied by Barrett, a drunk who dreams of adventure and a taste of exotic women, and Mavrian Morr, a Bloodkin shunned by humanity he is obligated to track down the killer and avenge his father. But through the process, will he uncover a deeper plot and overcome the madness in the world?
Book Synopsis The Black Rook by : Davey Cobb
Download or read book The Black Rook written by Davey Cobb and published by Science Fiction and Fantasy Publications. This book was released on with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What would you do to avenge the murder of your father? When a mad monk whispers to Hanzus that someone poisoned his father, he rides at once to the monastery in haste. But as his father succumbs to the slow poison, he learns the assassin fled south to an inn called the Black Rook. With revenge in his heart, Hanzus travels a raging sea in search of his father’s killer, cementing his name as the Baron Without Sorrow. And on the trail of revenge, he discovers secrets about his family he never knew. Accompanied by Barrett, a drunk who dreams of adventure and a taste of exotic women, and Mavrian Morr, a Bloodkin shunned by humanity he is obligated to track down the killer and avenge his father. But through the process, will he uncover a deeper plot and overcome the madness in the world?
