Author: Joyce Porter
Publisher: Prelude Books
ISBN: 1788421981
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Detective Chief Inspector Wilfred Dover is the most idle and avaricious hero in all of crime fiction. Why should he even be bothered to solve the case? Sully Martin had probably been a picturesque English village before the earthquake nearly destroyed it. And construction tycoon Walter Chantry might have been taken for another of the many casualties if it hadn't come out that he had been strangled. This time Dover is in for much more than his usual share of the bother. For a start, the town's only hotel is unlicensed, and there's not a drop of booze to be had. But almost as alarming are the unmistakable signs that someone is actually out to kill Dover. Unless, that is, against all odds Dover strikes again. Editorial reviews: “Something quite out of the ordinary.” Daily Telegraph “Joyce Porter is a joy ... Dover is unquestionably the most entertaining detective in fiction.” Guardian “Plotted with the technique of a virtuoso.” New York Times “Wonderfully funny.” Spectator “Dover is wildly, joyously unbelievable; and may he remain so for our comic delight.” Sun “You will be fascinated by his sheer dazzling incompetence. Porter has a keen eye, a wicked sense of comedy, and a delightfully low mind.” Harper’s
Dover Strikes Again
Author: Joyce Porter
Publisher: Prelude Books
ISBN: 1788421981
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Detective Chief Inspector Wilfred Dover is the most idle and avaricious hero in all of crime fiction. Why should he even be bothered to solve the case? Sully Martin had probably been a picturesque English village before the earthquake nearly destroyed it. And construction tycoon Walter Chantry might have been taken for another of the many casualties if it hadn't come out that he had been strangled. This time Dover is in for much more than his usual share of the bother. For a start, the town's only hotel is unlicensed, and there's not a drop of booze to be had. But almost as alarming are the unmistakable signs that someone is actually out to kill Dover. Unless, that is, against all odds Dover strikes again. Editorial reviews: “Something quite out of the ordinary.” Daily Telegraph “Joyce Porter is a joy ... Dover is unquestionably the most entertaining detective in fiction.” Guardian “Plotted with the technique of a virtuoso.” New York Times “Wonderfully funny.” Spectator “Dover is wildly, joyously unbelievable; and may he remain so for our comic delight.” Sun “You will be fascinated by his sheer dazzling incompetence. Porter has a keen eye, a wicked sense of comedy, and a delightfully low mind.” Harper’s
Publisher: Prelude Books
ISBN: 1788421981
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Detective Chief Inspector Wilfred Dover is the most idle and avaricious hero in all of crime fiction. Why should he even be bothered to solve the case? Sully Martin had probably been a picturesque English village before the earthquake nearly destroyed it. And construction tycoon Walter Chantry might have been taken for another of the many casualties if it hadn't come out that he had been strangled. This time Dover is in for much more than his usual share of the bother. For a start, the town's only hotel is unlicensed, and there's not a drop of booze to be had. But almost as alarming are the unmistakable signs that someone is actually out to kill Dover. Unless, that is, against all odds Dover strikes again. Editorial reviews: “Something quite out of the ordinary.” Daily Telegraph “Joyce Porter is a joy ... Dover is unquestionably the most entertaining detective in fiction.” Guardian “Plotted with the technique of a virtuoso.” New York Times “Wonderfully funny.” Spectator “Dover is wildly, joyously unbelievable; and may he remain so for our comic delight.” Sun “You will be fascinated by his sheer dazzling incompetence. Porter has a keen eye, a wicked sense of comedy, and a delightfully low mind.” Harper’s
The Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery
Author: B. Murphy
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 0230107354
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 553
Book Description
Bruce Murphy's Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery is a comprehensive guide to the genre of the murder mystery that catalogues thousands of items in a broad range of categories: authors, titles, plots, characters, weapons, methods of killing, movie and theatrical adaptations. What distinguishes this encyclopedia from the others in the field is its critical stance.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 0230107354
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 553
Book Description
Bruce Murphy's Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery is a comprehensive guide to the genre of the murder mystery that catalogues thousands of items in a broad range of categories: authors, titles, plots, characters, weapons, methods of killing, movie and theatrical adaptations. What distinguishes this encyclopedia from the others in the field is its critical stance.
The Union Telephone Operator
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Telephone companies
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Telephone companies
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
Sequels
Author: Janet G. Husband
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838909671
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 793
Book Description
A guide to series fiction lists popular series, identifies novels by character, and offers guidance on the order in which to read unnumbered series.
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838909671
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 793
Book Description
A guide to series fiction lists popular series, identifies novels by character, and offers guidance on the order in which to read unnumbered series.
The Physics of Superheroes: Spectacular Second Edition
Author: James Kakalios
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101152362
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
A complete update to the hit book on the real physics at work in comic books, featuring more heroes, more villains, and more science Since 2001, James Kakalios has taught "Everything I Needed to Know About Physics I Learned from Reading Comic Books," a hugely popular university course that generated coast-to-coast media attention for its unique method of explaining complex physics concepts through comics. With The Physics of Superheroes, named one of the best science books of 2005 by Discover, he introduced his colorful approach to an even wider audience. Now Kakalios presents a totally updated, expanded edition that features even more superheroes and findings from the cutting edge of science. With three new chapters and completely revised throughout with a splashy, redesigned package, the book that explains why Spider-Man's webbing failed his girlfriend, the probable cause of Krypton's explosion, and the Newtonian physics at work in Gotham City is electrifying from cover to cover.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101152362
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
A complete update to the hit book on the real physics at work in comic books, featuring more heroes, more villains, and more science Since 2001, James Kakalios has taught "Everything I Needed to Know About Physics I Learned from Reading Comic Books," a hugely popular university course that generated coast-to-coast media attention for its unique method of explaining complex physics concepts through comics. With The Physics of Superheroes, named one of the best science books of 2005 by Discover, he introduced his colorful approach to an even wider audience. Now Kakalios presents a totally updated, expanded edition that features even more superheroes and findings from the cutting edge of science. With three new chapters and completely revised throughout with a splashy, redesigned package, the book that explains why Spider-Man's webbing failed his girlfriend, the probable cause of Krypton's explosion, and the Newtonian physics at work in Gotham City is electrifying from cover to cover.
Darwin Strikes Back
Author: Thomas Woodward
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441201149
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
The debate between proponents of Darwinism and those of Intelligent Design has reached the status of a full-scale public battle. With stories of qualifying statements about evolution in public school textbooks and the recent 70th anniversary of the Scopes Monkey trial in the news, the question about our origins will not be put to rest. Following up his award-winning Doubts about Darwin, Thomas Woodward traces the continuing saga of the ID movement in Darwin Strikes Back. Focusing on the emerging key players on both sides--Michael Behe, William Dembski, Kenneth Miller, Robert Pennock, and more--Woodward helps readers navigate the tangled maze of public debate, including anti-ID activism from Christians, and shows them what might be coming next.
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441201149
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
The debate between proponents of Darwinism and those of Intelligent Design has reached the status of a full-scale public battle. With stories of qualifying statements about evolution in public school textbooks and the recent 70th anniversary of the Scopes Monkey trial in the news, the question about our origins will not be put to rest. Following up his award-winning Doubts about Darwin, Thomas Woodward traces the continuing saga of the ID movement in Darwin Strikes Back. Focusing on the emerging key players on both sides--Michael Behe, William Dembski, Kenneth Miller, Robert Pennock, and more--Woodward helps readers navigate the tangled maze of public debate, including anti-ID activism from Christians, and shows them what might be coming next.
Try NOT to Think of an Orange
Author: John R. Downes
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595140904
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
The super salesperson knows he or she cannot simply march in place. Being unique and a top performer requires a constant striving for new weapons and a zest for the limelight. Herein lies a philosophy that encourages a person you choose to persuade to reach out for your product or service or point of view in the same way a kitten reaches out for a ball of yarn. This book contains a mountain of innovative sales tactics that will enrich your individuality, persuasion-ability, and personal powers. Discover Pulling the String, The Fifth W, Guts to Fail, Ray Gun, Cliffhangers, Theater of the Mind, Yo-yo Effect, Non-negotiable Factors, Star Quality, FBI Interrogation School Questions, Mystifying Statements, Carrots, Stacking the Bricks, Trip to Europe Questions, and more. This book goes beyond those ‘whats’ with the author’s alter ego, Jimmy Dover, whose chameleon-like ability to match up with different termperaments, educational backgrounds, and personalities leaves them feeling good and disposed to buy, as he demonstrates the ‘hows’ in an amazing montage of diverse selling situations.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595140904
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
The super salesperson knows he or she cannot simply march in place. Being unique and a top performer requires a constant striving for new weapons and a zest for the limelight. Herein lies a philosophy that encourages a person you choose to persuade to reach out for your product or service or point of view in the same way a kitten reaches out for a ball of yarn. This book contains a mountain of innovative sales tactics that will enrich your individuality, persuasion-ability, and personal powers. Discover Pulling the String, The Fifth W, Guts to Fail, Ray Gun, Cliffhangers, Theater of the Mind, Yo-yo Effect, Non-negotiable Factors, Star Quality, FBI Interrogation School Questions, Mystifying Statements, Carrots, Stacking the Bricks, Trip to Europe Questions, and more. This book goes beyond those ‘whats’ with the author’s alter ego, Jimmy Dover, whose chameleon-like ability to match up with different termperaments, educational backgrounds, and personalities leaves them feeling good and disposed to buy, as he demonstrates the ‘hows’ in an amazing montage of diverse selling situations.
Tally-Ho
Author: Patrick G. Eriksson
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1398111635
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 511
Book Description
Have the squadron leaders over southern England in that long autumn of 1940, and their supporting flight commanders who led the squadrons into battle, had been neglected in the history books? Patrick Eriksson thinks so.
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1398111635
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 511
Book Description
Have the squadron leaders over southern England in that long autumn of 1940, and their supporting flight commanders who led the squadrons into battle, had been neglected in the history books? Patrick Eriksson thinks so.
Critical Survey of Mystery and Detective Fiction
Author: Frank Northen Magill
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Authors
Languages : en
Pages : 472
Book Description
Presents critical studies of more than 270 authors of detective and mystery fiction from around the world dating from the mid-eighteenth century to the present day.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Authors
Languages : en
Pages : 472
Book Description
Presents critical studies of more than 270 authors of detective and mystery fiction from around the world dating from the mid-eighteenth century to the present day.
Catalog of Copyright Entries. Third Series
Author: Library of Congress. Copyright Office
Publisher: Copyright Office, Library of Congress
ISBN:
Category : Copyright
Languages : en
Pages : 1760
Book Description
Publisher: Copyright Office, Library of Congress
ISBN:
Category : Copyright
Languages : en
Pages : 1760
Book Description