The art of divining, or dowsing, has for years been cloaked in mystery and superstition. Recognized by some as a means of finding water and minerals, it is actually a method for anyone to develop intuitive skills. This thought-provoking book demystifies dowsing and presents this ancient science as a powerful tool for self-knowledge.Includes a brief history of dowsing, and step-by-step instructions for learning to use L-rods, Y-rods, and pendulums, as well as non-device dowsing. Sho...

Provides a comprehensive assessment of the major developments in global pig breeding programmesConsiders how genetics and breeding can be utilised to improve the sustainability and reduce the environmental impact of pork productionReviews the factors which can affect the reproductive efficiency of boars and sows, focussing on those that can impact semen quality and reproductive performance respectively

Experience the story of a young man's life working in the Alberta and Saskatchewan oil patch. The work can be unforgiving, and oftentimes survival is the only priority. A Roughneck is Born is an honest account of a life that very few have experienced. Author ET Ross uses personal experience growing up in the oil patch to tell this compelling story of adversity and triumph. This story emphasizes the importance of maintaining strength when facing the adversity that comes from life working on...

As an aspiring or seasoned writer, do you feel like you aren't making headway, stumbling on what to write next, or wondering if you're even on the right path? Are you unable to find the motivation to charge up your computer and put your fingers on the keyboard after that last rejection?Between the pages of What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers, 100 highly accomplished authors share their time, energy, and knowledge to pay it forward and inspire other writers, experienced or a...

A collection of forty crime and thriller short stories, with all profits from the sale of this book to be donated to Hospice UK and Sophie's Appeal.Do you think you know darkness? Think again. Bloodhound Books presents Dark Minds—a collection of stories by authors who have come together to produce an anthology that will lure, tantalise and shock its readers. What took place "By the Water?" What goes on behind "A Stranger's Eyes?" And what is so special about "Slow R...

Fermentation Microbiology and Biotechnology, 4th Edition explores and illustrates the broad array of metabolic pathways employed for the production of primary and secondary metabolites, as well as biopharmaceuticals. This updated and expanded edition addresses the whole spectrum of fermentation biotechnology, from fermentation kinetics and dynamics to protein and co-factor engineering. It also sheds light on the new strategies employed by industrialist for increasing tolerance and...

Escape to your favorite small town in the mountains, where spring has sprung and love and mystery are in the air.When making a delivery for Shelf Indulgence, teenaged oracle Holly makes an unlikely friend with the town's recluse. Teeny Weeny Tahini's family continues to grow in a most surprising way. An unexpected guest crashes Willow Fairchild's baby shower. Visitors who wield the magic of the moon seek out help from town residents to recover their lost memories. ...

What we have in front of us here in this volume is a simple premise but an author’s words may say one thing and mean another. With talents such as E T A Hoffman, Katherine Mansfield, Willa Cather, Mikhail Bulgakov and many others our minds are under almost permanent assault with words, characters and narratives that pursue us to the end.1 - Psychological Stories - An Introduction2 - The Dream of a Ridiculous Man by Fyodor Dostovesky3 - Psychology by Katherine Mansfi...

Welcome to the secluded mountain town of Havenwood Falls, home to sexy men, strong women, and neighbors who bite. Discover supernatural mystery, thrills, and romance in a place where everyone has a deep, dark, and often deadly secret.Curl up by the fire with these 25 stories to keep you entertained on cold winter nights. From misbehaving pixies to naughty demons and everything in between, Havenwood Falls has something for everyone. Discover the mystery, ma...

Race, Gender, and Curriculum Theorizing: Working in Womanish Ways recognizes and represents the significance of Black feminist and womanist theorizing within curriculum theorizing. In this collection, a vibrant group of women of color who do curriculum work reflect on a Black feminist/womanist scholar, text, and/or concept, speaking to how it has both influenced and enriched their work as scholar-activists. Black feminist and womanist theorizing plays a dynamic role in the development of w...

An interdisciplinary reevaluation of William Bartram’s Travels, illuminating the natural, cultural, and intellectual landscapes of the eighteenth‑century Southeast through diverse scholarly lenses.William Bartram, author of Travels through North and South Carolina, Georgia, East and West Florida, the Cherokee Country, the Extensive Territories of the Muscogulees, or Creek Confederacy, and the Country of the Chactaws, was colonial America’s first n...

Tales From The Grave is a ghostly collection of short stories brought to you by Zimbell House Publishing, showcasing thirty-six new voices to tempt you.Some of these stories are sure to have you looking over your shoulder...Others will have you hiding under the covers...Some will simply haunt you to your grave.