Author: John Dickson Carr
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1613161336
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A murdered man in a top hat leads Dr. Gideon Fell to a killer with a sick sense of humor At the hand of an outrageous prankster, top hats are going missing all over London, snatched from the heads of some of the city’s most powerful people—but is the hat thief the same as the person responsible for stealing a lost story by Edgar Allan Poe, the manuscript of which has just disappeared from the collection of Sir William Bitton? Unlike the manuscript, the hats don’t stay stolen for long, each one reappearing in unexpected and conspicuous places shortly after being taken: on the top of a Trafalgar Square statue, hanging from a Scotland Yard lamppost, and now, in the foggy depths of the Tower of London, on the head of a corpse with a crossbow bolt through the heart. Amateur detective and lexicographer Dr. Gideon Fell is on the case, and when the dead man is identified as the nephew of the collector, he discovers that the connections underlying the bizarre and puzzling crimes may be more intimate than initially expected. Reprinted for the first time in thirty years, the second novel in the Dr. Gideon Fell series, which need not be read in any order, finds the iconic character investigating one of the most extraordinary murders of his career. A baffling whodunnit with menace at every turn, The Mad Hatter Mystery proves that Carr is the “unexcelled master of creepy erudition, swift-moving excitement and suspense through atmosphere” (New York Times).
The Mad Hatter Mystery
Author: John Dickson Carr
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1613161336
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A murdered man in a top hat leads Dr. Gideon Fell to a killer with a sick sense of humor At the hand of an outrageous prankster, top hats are going missing all over London, snatched from the heads of some of the city’s most powerful people—but is the hat thief the same as the person responsible for stealing a lost story by Edgar Allan Poe, the manuscript of which has just disappeared from the collection of Sir William Bitton? Unlike the manuscript, the hats don’t stay stolen for long, each one reappearing in unexpected and conspicuous places shortly after being taken: on the top of a Trafalgar Square statue, hanging from a Scotland Yard lamppost, and now, in the foggy depths of the Tower of London, on the head of a corpse with a crossbow bolt through the heart. Amateur detective and lexicographer Dr. Gideon Fell is on the case, and when the dead man is identified as the nephew of the collector, he discovers that the connections underlying the bizarre and puzzling crimes may be more intimate than initially expected. Reprinted for the first time in thirty years, the second novel in the Dr. Gideon Fell series, which need not be read in any order, finds the iconic character investigating one of the most extraordinary murders of his career. A baffling whodunnit with menace at every turn, The Mad Hatter Mystery proves that Carr is the “unexcelled master of creepy erudition, swift-moving excitement and suspense through atmosphere” (New York Times).
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1613161336
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A murdered man in a top hat leads Dr. Gideon Fell to a killer with a sick sense of humor At the hand of an outrageous prankster, top hats are going missing all over London, snatched from the heads of some of the city’s most powerful people—but is the hat thief the same as the person responsible for stealing a lost story by Edgar Allan Poe, the manuscript of which has just disappeared from the collection of Sir William Bitton? Unlike the manuscript, the hats don’t stay stolen for long, each one reappearing in unexpected and conspicuous places shortly after being taken: on the top of a Trafalgar Square statue, hanging from a Scotland Yard lamppost, and now, in the foggy depths of the Tower of London, on the head of a corpse with a crossbow bolt through the heart. Amateur detective and lexicographer Dr. Gideon Fell is on the case, and when the dead man is identified as the nephew of the collector, he discovers that the connections underlying the bizarre and puzzling crimes may be more intimate than initially expected. Reprinted for the first time in thirty years, the second novel in the Dr. Gideon Fell series, which need not be read in any order, finds the iconic character investigating one of the most extraordinary murders of his career. A baffling whodunnit with menace at every turn, The Mad Hatter Mystery proves that Carr is the “unexcelled master of creepy erudition, swift-moving excitement and suspense through atmosphere” (New York Times).
On the Cordillera
Author: William Henry Scott
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
Illustrated Alice
Author: Lesley Sims
Publisher: Usborne Books
ISBN: 9780746099230
Category : Adventure and adventurers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A collection of Lewis Carroll's famously quirky stories featuring Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass.
Publisher: Usborne Books
ISBN: 9780746099230
Category : Adventure and adventurers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A collection of Lewis Carroll's famously quirky stories featuring Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass.
Memoirs of a Neurosurgeon
Author: James D. Geissinger
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780984741809
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
In reflecting upon my life as a neurosurgeon, perhaps the most salient feature is that period of history involved. Trained by men who studied under Harvey Cushing, considered the father of neurological surgery, we, as early third-generation neurosurgeons, were held to those rigid standards of academic achievement and physical endurance typical of that time. The reader first identifies with the young child who dreams of becoming a doctor, and then sets out on that long path. He then re-lives the experiences of the student of medicine, and later the rigorous demands placed upon the surgeon-in-training. During the later descriptions of the private practice of brain and spinal surgery, the book transitions into an educational experience. It presents to the reader a multitude of neurological disorders requiring surgical treatment, the relevant surgical anatomy and the operative techniques involved. Often interjected are the intangibles of surgical judgment and philosophy when confronting those in pain or critically ill. Of equal importance were the major scientific advancements which occurred during that period of medical history. No longer did we have to bore a hole in the skull, or inject noxious materials into the head or spinal canal to verify a diagnosis. Rather, we had been privileged to enjoy the development of such remarkable machines as the ultrasound, CAT, and MRI. Descriptions of these devices, among others, and their impact on medical practice should prove interesting to the inquisitive reader. After 21 years in practice, and probably at the height of my career as a surgeon, I contracted hepatitis B subsequent to an accidental needle puncture in the operating room. Forced to lay down the scalpel, I turned to my second childhood dream, cattle ranching, as an alternative vocation. This then becomes a secondary focus of the book. A medical colleague, after learning of my book, expressed an interest in learning the common denominator driving a man to both neurosurgery and ranching. One can summarize with the word, “counterpoise.” I had always strived to achieve a balance between the in-hospital, academic, precision-oriented work of the neurosurgeon and the outdoor, physically-demanding life of a rancher― consummating the total American dream. Analogous to surgery I have always enjoyed using my hands in the shop. Throughout the book sections have been devoted to various aspects of woodworking, and an effort not only to share my enthusiasm but also to expose underlying problems and pitfalls; challenges I have encountered in striving to become an artisan of fine furniture. The practice of medicine has undergone significant change during my lifetime. Not only have I witnessed a burgeoning, unsustainable increase in the cost of healthcare, but also major changes in the way in which medicine is being practiced in the new millennium. Having been a proud product of the “Lucky Few” generation, born between the years 1929 and 1945, I am rightfully able to compare today's practice of medicine with those of the latter half of the 20th century.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780984741809
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
In reflecting upon my life as a neurosurgeon, perhaps the most salient feature is that period of history involved. Trained by men who studied under Harvey Cushing, considered the father of neurological surgery, we, as early third-generation neurosurgeons, were held to those rigid standards of academic achievement and physical endurance typical of that time. The reader first identifies with the young child who dreams of becoming a doctor, and then sets out on that long path. He then re-lives the experiences of the student of medicine, and later the rigorous demands placed upon the surgeon-in-training. During the later descriptions of the private practice of brain and spinal surgery, the book transitions into an educational experience. It presents to the reader a multitude of neurological disorders requiring surgical treatment, the relevant surgical anatomy and the operative techniques involved. Often interjected are the intangibles of surgical judgment and philosophy when confronting those in pain or critically ill. Of equal importance were the major scientific advancements which occurred during that period of medical history. No longer did we have to bore a hole in the skull, or inject noxious materials into the head or spinal canal to verify a diagnosis. Rather, we had been privileged to enjoy the development of such remarkable machines as the ultrasound, CAT, and MRI. Descriptions of these devices, among others, and their impact on medical practice should prove interesting to the inquisitive reader. After 21 years in practice, and probably at the height of my career as a surgeon, I contracted hepatitis B subsequent to an accidental needle puncture in the operating room. Forced to lay down the scalpel, I turned to my second childhood dream, cattle ranching, as an alternative vocation. This then becomes a secondary focus of the book. A medical colleague, after learning of my book, expressed an interest in learning the common denominator driving a man to both neurosurgery and ranching. One can summarize with the word, “counterpoise.” I had always strived to achieve a balance between the in-hospital, academic, precision-oriented work of the neurosurgeon and the outdoor, physically-demanding life of a rancher― consummating the total American dream. Analogous to surgery I have always enjoyed using my hands in the shop. Throughout the book sections have been devoted to various aspects of woodworking, and an effort not only to share my enthusiasm but also to expose underlying problems and pitfalls; challenges I have encountered in striving to become an artisan of fine furniture. The practice of medicine has undergone significant change during my lifetime. Not only have I witnessed a burgeoning, unsustainable increase in the cost of healthcare, but also major changes in the way in which medicine is being practiced in the new millennium. Having been a proud product of the “Lucky Few” generation, born between the years 1929 and 1945, I am rightfully able to compare today's practice of medicine with those of the latter half of the 20th century.
The Zaehnsdorfs (1842-1947)
Author: Frank Broomhead
Publisher: Middlesex, England : Private Libraries Association
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Publisher: Middlesex, England : Private Libraries Association
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
The Fallacy of Conquest
Author: Nathaniel Peffer
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781258723705
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
International Conciliation, No. 318, March, 1936.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781258723705
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
International Conciliation, No. 318, March, 1936.
Femina Perfecta
Author: Robin Jeanne Sellers
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780964837416
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780964837416
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Oedipus
Author: Henry Treece
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Oedipus" by Henry Treece. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Oedipus" by Henry Treece. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Personal Size Giant Print Reference Bible
Author: Nelson Bibles
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers
ISBN: 9781401674847
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Enhance your time reading and exploring God's Word. Experience a whole new level of visual comfort and biblical study with Thomas Nelson's KJV Personal Size Giant Print End-of-Verse Reference Bible. This Bible is filled with references and study aids to strengthen your Bible reading. Plus, it features giant print type, making reading more enjoyable than ever. Ideal for individual study, teaching, and ministry work, this trusted edition of the Holy Bible will enhance your time exploring the beauty and meaning of God's Word. Features include: End-of-verse references Family record section Translation notes Stars marking messianic prophecies Words of Jesus in red Concordance Full-color maps Type size: 13 Part of the CLASSIC SERIES line of Thomas Nelson Bibles Personal Size Giant Print End-of-Verse Reference Bibles sold to date: More than 3.5 million units The King James Version--The most successful Bible translation in history with billions of copies published Thomas Nelson Bibles is giving back through the God's Word in Action program. Donating a portion of profits to World Vision, we are helping to eradicate poverty and preventable deaths among children. Learn more and discover what you can do at www.seegodswordinaction.com.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers
ISBN: 9781401674847
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Enhance your time reading and exploring God's Word. Experience a whole new level of visual comfort and biblical study with Thomas Nelson's KJV Personal Size Giant Print End-of-Verse Reference Bible. This Bible is filled with references and study aids to strengthen your Bible reading. Plus, it features giant print type, making reading more enjoyable than ever. Ideal for individual study, teaching, and ministry work, this trusted edition of the Holy Bible will enhance your time exploring the beauty and meaning of God's Word. Features include: End-of-verse references Family record section Translation notes Stars marking messianic prophecies Words of Jesus in red Concordance Full-color maps Type size: 13 Part of the CLASSIC SERIES line of Thomas Nelson Bibles Personal Size Giant Print End-of-Verse Reference Bibles sold to date: More than 3.5 million units The King James Version--The most successful Bible translation in history with billions of copies published Thomas Nelson Bibles is giving back through the God's Word in Action program. Donating a portion of profits to World Vision, we are helping to eradicate poverty and preventable deaths among children. Learn more and discover what you can do at www.seegodswordinaction.com.
The Shelter of God's Promises
Author: Sheila Walsh
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 9781418546052
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
In a world of uncertainty, pain, and struggle, where do you find solid assurance and unshakeable truth? In The Shelter of God's Promises DVD-Based Bible Study, gifted Bible teacher and inspiring speaker Sheila Walsh primes Scripture for what God has promised us, what God's promises mean, and how these promises provide the foundation for daily confidence, joy, and hope. With engaging video and rich Bible study content, Sheila weaves powerful personal testimony with Scripture to help you gain a trust in God that will sustain you for a lifetime. Features include: Ten, 20-minute sessions can be used for a 10-week study or condensed into a 5-week study Participant's Guide for digging deeper into the study Leader's Guide for facilitating group study DVD-ROM with promotional resources and bonus video Downloadable bonus resources available online
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 9781418546052
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
In a world of uncertainty, pain, and struggle, where do you find solid assurance and unshakeable truth? In The Shelter of God's Promises DVD-Based Bible Study, gifted Bible teacher and inspiring speaker Sheila Walsh primes Scripture for what God has promised us, what God's promises mean, and how these promises provide the foundation for daily confidence, joy, and hope. With engaging video and rich Bible study content, Sheila weaves powerful personal testimony with Scripture to help you gain a trust in God that will sustain you for a lifetime. Features include: Ten, 20-minute sessions can be used for a 10-week study or condensed into a 5-week study Participant's Guide for digging deeper into the study Leader's Guide for facilitating group study DVD-ROM with promotional resources and bonus video Downloadable bonus resources available online