Author: Anna Burke
Publisher: Bywater Books
ISBN: 1612941206
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
In the year 2513, the only thing higher than the seas is what’s at stake for those who sail them. Rose was born facing due north, with an inherent perception of cardinal points flowing through her veins. Her uncanny sense of direction earns her a coveted place among the Archipelago Fleet elite, but it also attracts the attention of Admiral Comita, who sends her on a secret mission deep into pirate territory. Accompanied by a ragtag crew of mercenaries and under the command of Miranda, a captain as bloodthirsty as she is alluring, Rose discovers the hard way that even the best sense of direction won’t be enough to keep her alive if she can’t learn to navigate something far more dangerous than the turbulent seas. Aboard the mercenary ship, Man o’ War, Rose learns quickly that trusting the wrong person can get you killed—and Miranda’s crew have no intention of making things easy for her—especially Miranda’s trusted first mate, Orca, who is as stubborn as she is brutal.
Compass Rose
Author: Anna Burke
Publisher: Bywater Books
ISBN: 1612941206
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
In the year 2513, the only thing higher than the seas is what’s at stake for those who sail them. Rose was born facing due north, with an inherent perception of cardinal points flowing through her veins. Her uncanny sense of direction earns her a coveted place among the Archipelago Fleet elite, but it also attracts the attention of Admiral Comita, who sends her on a secret mission deep into pirate territory. Accompanied by a ragtag crew of mercenaries and under the command of Miranda, a captain as bloodthirsty as she is alluring, Rose discovers the hard way that even the best sense of direction won’t be enough to keep her alive if she can’t learn to navigate something far more dangerous than the turbulent seas. Aboard the mercenary ship, Man o’ War, Rose learns quickly that trusting the wrong person can get you killed—and Miranda’s crew have no intention of making things easy for her—especially Miranda’s trusted first mate, Orca, who is as stubborn as she is brutal.
Publisher: Bywater Books
ISBN: 1612941206
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
In the year 2513, the only thing higher than the seas is what’s at stake for those who sail them. Rose was born facing due north, with an inherent perception of cardinal points flowing through her veins. Her uncanny sense of direction earns her a coveted place among the Archipelago Fleet elite, but it also attracts the attention of Admiral Comita, who sends her on a secret mission deep into pirate territory. Accompanied by a ragtag crew of mercenaries and under the command of Miranda, a captain as bloodthirsty as she is alluring, Rose discovers the hard way that even the best sense of direction won’t be enough to keep her alive if she can’t learn to navigate something far more dangerous than the turbulent seas. Aboard the mercenary ship, Man o’ War, Rose learns quickly that trusting the wrong person can get you killed—and Miranda’s crew have no intention of making things easy for her—especially Miranda’s trusted first mate, Orca, who is as stubborn as she is brutal.
Rescuing Einstein's Compass
Author: Shulamith Levey Oppenheim
Publisher: Tradewind Books
ISBN: 1896580319
Category : Compass
Languages : en
Pages : 4
Book Description
Illustrated by George Juhasz One day, a boy named Theo is called into the Living room by his parents to meet the most famous man alive.' When Theo and Professor Einstein go out for a sail on Theo's small boat, the Professor unexpectedly loses his compass overboard. Fortunately, Theo manages to save the day - along with the compass! Written by a personal friend of Albert Einstein's, this beautifully illustrated text offers insight into the mysteries of physics that inspired Einstein's quest to understand the forces of nature.'
Publisher: Tradewind Books
ISBN: 1896580319
Category : Compass
Languages : en
Pages : 4
Book Description
Illustrated by George Juhasz One day, a boy named Theo is called into the Living room by his parents to meet the most famous man alive.' When Theo and Professor Einstein go out for a sail on Theo's small boat, the Professor unexpectedly loses his compass overboard. Fortunately, Theo manages to save the day - along with the compass! Written by a personal friend of Albert Einstein's, this beautifully illustrated text offers insight into the mysteries of physics that inspired Einstein's quest to understand the forces of nature.'
"The Giant Of The North"
Author: Robert Michael Ballantyne
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9358595809
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
"The Giant of the North" by R.M. Ballantyne is an enthralling adventure that takes readers on an exhilarating journey to the frozen landscapes of the Arctic. Brace yourself for a captivating tale of survival, exploration, and the unyielding spirit of a courageous protagonist. Set against the backdrop of the Klondike Gold Rush, the story follows the exploits of Vane, a young explorer determined to conquer the icy wilderness. As he embarks on a treacherous quest for gold, readers are transported to a world of breathtaking beauty, harsh conditions, and thrilling encounters with nature's fury. From perilous dog sled journeys to encounters with polar bears and fierce blizzards, Van Zyle faces numerous challenges that test his resourcefulness and resilience. Along the way, he forms unlikely alliances, discovers hidden dangers, and unravels the secrets of the Arctic. R.M. Ballantyne's vivid descriptions and meticulous attention to detail bring the Arctic landscape to life, immersing readers in the awe-inspiring beauty and unforgiving harshness of the region. The narrative is filled with heart-pounding moments, dramatic twists, and the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity. "The Giant of the North" not only offers a thrilling adventure but also explores themes of determination, bravery, and the pursuit of dreams. As readers follow Vane's quest, they are inspired by his unwavering courage and his unwavering belief in the potential of the uncharted wilderness.
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9358595809
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
"The Giant of the North" by R.M. Ballantyne is an enthralling adventure that takes readers on an exhilarating journey to the frozen landscapes of the Arctic. Brace yourself for a captivating tale of survival, exploration, and the unyielding spirit of a courageous protagonist. Set against the backdrop of the Klondike Gold Rush, the story follows the exploits of Vane, a young explorer determined to conquer the icy wilderness. As he embarks on a treacherous quest for gold, readers are transported to a world of breathtaking beauty, harsh conditions, and thrilling encounters with nature's fury. From perilous dog sled journeys to encounters with polar bears and fierce blizzards, Van Zyle faces numerous challenges that test his resourcefulness and resilience. Along the way, he forms unlikely alliances, discovers hidden dangers, and unravels the secrets of the Arctic. R.M. Ballantyne's vivid descriptions and meticulous attention to detail bring the Arctic landscape to life, immersing readers in the awe-inspiring beauty and unforgiving harshness of the region. The narrative is filled with heart-pounding moments, dramatic twists, and the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity. "The Giant of the North" not only offers a thrilling adventure but also explores themes of determination, bravery, and the pursuit of dreams. As readers follow Vane's quest, they are inspired by his unwavering courage and his unwavering belief in the potential of the uncharted wilderness.
The Globemakers
Author: Peter Bellerby
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1526650908
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
The beautiful illustrated story of our globe and the creations it has inspired, told by the only truly bespoke globemakers in the world, Bellerby & Co. Globemakers 'The untold story of the globe, this book is a glorious spyhole into a forgotten art' - Lara Maiklem, author of Mudlarking Peter Bellerby is the founder of Bellerby & Co. Globemakers, the world's only truly bespoke makers of globes. His team of skilled craftspeople make exquisite terrestrial, celestial and planetary globes for customers around the world. The story began after his attempt to find a special globe for his father's 80th birthday. Failing to find anything suitable, he decided to make one himself which took him on an extraordinary journey of rediscovering this forgotten craft. The chapters of The Globemakers take us through the journey of how to build a globe, or 'earth apples' as they were first known, and include fascinating vignettes on history, art history, astronomy and physics, as well as the day-to-day craftsmanship at the workshop itself. This beautiful book uses illustration, photography and narrative to tell the story of our globe and many different globes it has inspired. --------- 'A book as beautiful as the craft it describes, The Globemakers is an inspirational story of a craftsman's dogged pursuit for perfection. It's written with the intricacy of someone who can capture the fine details of our vast planet in something small enough to sit on your desk' - Rebecca Struthers, author of The Hands of Time 'Absolutely fascinating from beginning to end - an adventure like no other!' - Alice Loxton
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1526650908
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
The beautiful illustrated story of our globe and the creations it has inspired, told by the only truly bespoke globemakers in the world, Bellerby & Co. Globemakers 'The untold story of the globe, this book is a glorious spyhole into a forgotten art' - Lara Maiklem, author of Mudlarking Peter Bellerby is the founder of Bellerby & Co. Globemakers, the world's only truly bespoke makers of globes. His team of skilled craftspeople make exquisite terrestrial, celestial and planetary globes for customers around the world. The story began after his attempt to find a special globe for his father's 80th birthday. Failing to find anything suitable, he decided to make one himself which took him on an extraordinary journey of rediscovering this forgotten craft. The chapters of The Globemakers take us through the journey of how to build a globe, or 'earth apples' as they were first known, and include fascinating vignettes on history, art history, astronomy and physics, as well as the day-to-day craftsmanship at the workshop itself. This beautiful book uses illustration, photography and narrative to tell the story of our globe and many different globes it has inspired. --------- 'A book as beautiful as the craft it describes, The Globemakers is an inspirational story of a craftsman's dogged pursuit for perfection. It's written with the intricacy of someone who can capture the fine details of our vast planet in something small enough to sit on your desk' - Rebecca Struthers, author of The Hands of Time 'Absolutely fascinating from beginning to end - an adventure like no other!' - Alice Loxton
Engineering Graphics
Author: Frederick Ernest Giesecke
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 960
Book Description
This is the authoritative book on drawing and graphics. Its complete coverage has successfully been used as a training guide for 60 years and still dominates the market. This has the best set of fully machinable working drawings now updated to reflect updated ANSI standards. The Sixth Edition has been redesigned to appeal to today's visually oriented readers, but retains the practical step-by-step explanations of procedures and excellent problems that has made this book so successful in past editions.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 960
Book Description
This is the authoritative book on drawing and graphics. Its complete coverage has successfully been used as a training guide for 60 years and still dominates the market. This has the best set of fully machinable working drawings now updated to reflect updated ANSI standards. The Sixth Edition has been redesigned to appeal to today's visually oriented readers, but retains the practical step-by-step explanations of procedures and excellent problems that has made this book so successful in past editions.
Points for a Compass Rose
Author: Evan Connell
Publisher: Catapult
ISBN: 1619021307
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
"We have here on the planet with us a man of such courage and strength of spirit that he has not lost what Alfred Adler calls 'the nerve for excellence.' He has kept it despite the burden of an awareness not only of the enormity of his project and of the limitations of his own human understanding, but also of the abject ignorance and indifference of his audience... "Somehow Connell makes you care. Many modern poets demand a good deal of work; Connell excites it. Sometimes the note–taker's [narrator] tone is hectoring, even belligerent; if you have any competitive spirit at all, you seize a thread—any thread—follow it, and lo, it traces a pattern. . . you understand at last that these notes are not tentative explorations, and far less are they 'expression:' they are instead the magnificent artifices of a giant intellect... "These poems are masterpieces. You could bend a lifetime of energy to their study, and have lived well. The fabric of their meaning is seamless, inexhaustible. . . their language is steely and bladelike; from both of its surfaces flickering lights gleam. Each page sheds insight on every other page; understanding snaps back and forth, tacking like a sloop up the long fjord of mystery."—Annie Dillard, Harper
Publisher: Catapult
ISBN: 1619021307
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
"We have here on the planet with us a man of such courage and strength of spirit that he has not lost what Alfred Adler calls 'the nerve for excellence.' He has kept it despite the burden of an awareness not only of the enormity of his project and of the limitations of his own human understanding, but also of the abject ignorance and indifference of his audience... "Somehow Connell makes you care. Many modern poets demand a good deal of work; Connell excites it. Sometimes the note–taker's [narrator] tone is hectoring, even belligerent; if you have any competitive spirit at all, you seize a thread—any thread—follow it, and lo, it traces a pattern. . . you understand at last that these notes are not tentative explorations, and far less are they 'expression:' they are instead the magnificent artifices of a giant intellect... "These poems are masterpieces. You could bend a lifetime of energy to their study, and have lived well. The fabric of their meaning is seamless, inexhaustible. . . their language is steely and bladelike; from both of its surfaces flickering lights gleam. Each page sheds insight on every other page; understanding snaps back and forth, tacking like a sloop up the long fjord of mystery."—Annie Dillard, Harper
Your Inner Compass That Could
Author: Kristin Pierce
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781773706016
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Inspiring, whimsical, and brightly illustrated, Your Inner Compass That Could is a wise, empowering tale that provides a fresh perspective on navigating the magical adventure of life. Rhyming verse encourages young readers to let their inner wisdom lead the way to true fulfillment, while imparting messages of self-empowerment, self-growth, and self-confidence. It is a book for anyone who has ever had a gut feeling, a strong knowing or felt a spark of passion deep inside. Everyone, from your preschooler to your grandmother, has intuition, but most of us need some help in learning to listen to it. Your Inner Compass is the little voice in your head that whispers when something feels right or wrong. It is the gut feeling you get when you something just "feels off." It is the spark in your heart and the fire in your eyes when you are so passionate about something that there is nothing else you'd rather do. It is never too early for children, or too late for adults, to realize that they are truly magnificent, powerful beings with unlimited potential and are equipped with an unique internal compass to help guide their way. Complete with Integration Questions at the back of the book, Your Inner Compass That Could is a book that your family will enjoy over and over again. For Free Printable Integration Activities, along with access to a Parent & Teacher Resource, visit www.InnerCompassBooks.com
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781773706016
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Inspiring, whimsical, and brightly illustrated, Your Inner Compass That Could is a wise, empowering tale that provides a fresh perspective on navigating the magical adventure of life. Rhyming verse encourages young readers to let their inner wisdom lead the way to true fulfillment, while imparting messages of self-empowerment, self-growth, and self-confidence. It is a book for anyone who has ever had a gut feeling, a strong knowing or felt a spark of passion deep inside. Everyone, from your preschooler to your grandmother, has intuition, but most of us need some help in learning to listen to it. Your Inner Compass is the little voice in your head that whispers when something feels right or wrong. It is the gut feeling you get when you something just "feels off." It is the spark in your heart and the fire in your eyes when you are so passionate about something that there is nothing else you'd rather do. It is never too early for children, or too late for adults, to realize that they are truly magnificent, powerful beings with unlimited potential and are equipped with an unique internal compass to help guide their way. Complete with Integration Questions at the back of the book, Your Inner Compass That Could is a book that your family will enjoy over and over again. For Free Printable Integration Activities, along with access to a Parent & Teacher Resource, visit www.InnerCompassBooks.com
Compass: A Story of Exploration and Innovation
Author: Alan Gurney
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393608832
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
"The compass's rocky evolution is charted with an enthusiast's passion…A fascinating adventure." —Bernadette Murphy, Los Angeles Times This is the rich history of the most important navigational device of all time, the magnetic compass, born of the need for a reliable means of negotiating treacherous sea routes around the globe. Compass chronicles the misadventures of those who attempted to perfect the instrument—so precious to sixteenth-century seamen that, by law, any man found tampering with one had his hand pinned to the mast with a dagger. Part history, part adventure, this book is a compelling tribute to human ingenuity—and the mysteries of the sea.
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393608832
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
"The compass's rocky evolution is charted with an enthusiast's passion…A fascinating adventure." —Bernadette Murphy, Los Angeles Times This is the rich history of the most important navigational device of all time, the magnetic compass, born of the need for a reliable means of negotiating treacherous sea routes around the globe. Compass chronicles the misadventures of those who attempted to perfect the instrument—so precious to sixteenth-century seamen that, by law, any man found tampering with one had his hand pinned to the mast with a dagger. Part history, part adventure, this book is a compelling tribute to human ingenuity—and the mysteries of the sea.
The Promises of Giants
Author: John Amaechi
Publisher: Nicholas Brealey
ISBN: 1529345928
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"THE MOST UNLIKELY OF PEOPLE, IN THE MOST IMPROBABLE OF CIRCUMSTANCES, CAN BECOME EXTRAORDINARY." WE NEED MORE LEADERS. From socio-political chaos and workplace disruption to the climate change crisis, we have never needed people with the skill and will to collaborate to create a better world more than now. We need people who are willing to fill the leadership void. People who will embrace the influence they have. People who believe in improving society and workplace culture - not only because it makes life better, but because it is proven to yield positive results. The Promises of Giants is a challenge to anyone who aspires to make a difference in their environment. Over fourteen promises, it seamlessly intertwines personal anecdotes and workplace and social observation with the latest research, to provide practical, proven tips and strategies to empower you to maximize your own potential and inspire others. It is not a self-help book. It is a how-to guide for winning, rooted in the belief that the most unlikely of people, in the most improbable of circumstances, can become extraordinary. John Amaechi well understands the responsibilities and potential that come with being a giant. The Promises of Giants is the product of a lifetime spent observing and studying effective leadership - from accompanying his mother's visits to her dying patients to competing at the highest levels of professional sport, through two decades of management consulting with multinational corporations. These experiences have shown that everyone has the ability to act decisively to influence the world in a positive way. Everyone is a giant to someone.
Publisher: Nicholas Brealey
ISBN: 1529345928
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"THE MOST UNLIKELY OF PEOPLE, IN THE MOST IMPROBABLE OF CIRCUMSTANCES, CAN BECOME EXTRAORDINARY." WE NEED MORE LEADERS. From socio-political chaos and workplace disruption to the climate change crisis, we have never needed people with the skill and will to collaborate to create a better world more than now. We need people who are willing to fill the leadership void. People who will embrace the influence they have. People who believe in improving society and workplace culture - not only because it makes life better, but because it is proven to yield positive results. The Promises of Giants is a challenge to anyone who aspires to make a difference in their environment. Over fourteen promises, it seamlessly intertwines personal anecdotes and workplace and social observation with the latest research, to provide practical, proven tips and strategies to empower you to maximize your own potential and inspire others. It is not a self-help book. It is a how-to guide for winning, rooted in the belief that the most unlikely of people, in the most improbable of circumstances, can become extraordinary. John Amaechi well understands the responsibilities and potential that come with being a giant. The Promises of Giants is the product of a lifetime spent observing and studying effective leadership - from accompanying his mother's visits to her dying patients to competing at the highest levels of professional sport, through two decades of management consulting with multinational corporations. These experiences have shown that everyone has the ability to act decisively to influence the world in a positive way. Everyone is a giant to someone.
Shakespeare
Author: Herbert R. Coursen
Publisher: Fairleigh Dickinson Univ Press
ISBN: 9780838637746
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
The purpose of this book is to examine recent productions of Shakespeare on stage and film and to lay out some interpretive guidelines for responding to the scripts as recreated in these two very different formats and within the conflicted environment of shifting critical paradigms. The two traditions - Shakespeare on stage and Shakespeare on film - have experienced a midair collision with postmodernism. The results are beginning to be chronicled.
Publisher: Fairleigh Dickinson Univ Press
ISBN: 9780838637746
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
The purpose of this book is to examine recent productions of Shakespeare on stage and film and to lay out some interpretive guidelines for responding to the scripts as recreated in these two very different formats and within the conflicted environment of shifting critical paradigms. The two traditions - Shakespeare on stage and Shakespeare on film - have experienced a midair collision with postmodernism. The results are beginning to be chronicled.