Eleven months before the historic 1909 flight of the Silver Dart in Baddeck, Frederick Walker "Casey" Baldwin, became the first Canadian to fly. One of Alexander Graham Bell's young associates, Casey was an aeronaut, engineer and politician—and heralded as a true genius. In this biography by John Langley, Casey's remarkable story is told in full for the first time.

In seven days, she will marry the King of the Fae as part of a century-old peace treaty between her people and the Fae. We all know that a lot can happen in a hundred years. And even more can happen in a week...What her people need, or what her heart want? Destined to unite the war-torn kingdoms of humans and Fae, Princess Sorcha must do her duty. But her heart has other ideas.The road to Fae lands is long, and her Fae escort, Lord Conall, is handsome, dash...

" The Ghosts of Langley offers a detail-rich, often relentless litany of CIA scandals and mini-scandals. . . [and a] prayer that the CIA learn from and publicly admit its mistakes, rather than perpetuate them in an atmosphere of denial and impunity."— The Washington PostFrom the writer Kai Bird calls a "wonderfully accessible historian," the first major history of the CIA in a decade, published to tie in with the seventieth anniversary of the agency'...

With Dummies at your side, you can conquer O-chemOrganic chemistry is, well, tough. With Organic Chemistry II For Dummies, you can (and will!) succeed at one of the most difficult college courses you’ll encounter. We make the subject less daunting in the second semester, with a helpful review of what you learned in Organic Chemistry I, clear descriptions of organic reactions, hints for working with synthesis and roadmaps, and beyond. You’ll love the straig...

"You need something more. And for that, I need something from you."When you're queen, what you want and what you get are two different things.On the run from the High King, Sorcha is offered the Earth Fae throne and the chance to find justice for both her peoples. She's determined to save her kingdom and bring peace to a country torn apart by war and prejudice. She knows her battle has only begun for no Fae wants a human-born queen on the throne.Whe...

It’s alive! It’s alive! (Thanks to biochemistry, that is.)Biochemistry is the science of the chemical processes that allow for…well…life. If it moves, breathes, eats, or sleeps, biochemistry can probably explain how. So, it stands to reason that the fundamentals of biochemistry can get a little complicated.In Biochemistry For Dummies, you’ll explore the carbons, proteins, and cellular systems that make up the biochemical processes that create and s...

Previously published as The King's Grave.NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING SALLY HAWKINS AND STEVE COOGAN.The official inside story of the discovery of history's most controversial monarch.On 22 August 1485 Richard III was killed at Bosworth Field, the last king of England to die in battle. His victorious opponent, Henry Tudor, went on to found one of our most famous ruling dynasties. Fif...

**"The Ghosts of Langley offers a detail-rich, often relentless litany of CIA scandals and mini-scandals. . . [and a] prayer that the CIA learn from and publicly admit its mistakes, rather than perpetuate them in an atmosphere of denial and impunity."—The Washington PostFrom the writer Kai Bird calls a "wonderfully accessible historian," the first major history of the CIA in a decade, published to tie in with the seventieth anniversary of the agency's found...

In "The Life of John Ruskin," W.G. Collingwood presents a comprehensive and insightful biographical study of one of the most influential Victorian thinkers. Employing a narrative style that combines meticulous historical analysis with vivid anecdotal illustrations, Collingwood paints a multifaceted portrait of Ruskin'—not merely as an art critic and social reformer but also as a complex human being deeply engaged with the aesthetic and moral questions of his time. The text is rich in liter...

In "Famous Men of the Middle Ages," John Henry Haaren presents a captivating biographical exploration of influential figures from the medieval period, integrating vivid narrative style with meticulous historical detail. Haaren contextualizes the lives of prominent personalities such as Charlemagne, William the Conqueror, and Thomas Aquinas against the backdrop of a shifting socio-political landscape, marked by feudalism and the rise of the Church. His accessible prose engages readers, weav...

Die Chemie des Lebens verstehenStehen Sie auf Kriegsfuß mit der Biochemie? Diese ganzen Formeln und Reaktionen sind überhaupt nicht Ihr Ding? Die nächste Prüfung steht vor der Tür? Kein Problem! Dieses Buch erklärt Ihnen, was Sie über Biochemie wissen müssen. Es führt Sie so einfach wie möglich und so komplex wie nötig in die Welt der Kohlenhydrate, Lipide, Proteine, Nukleinsäuren, Vitamine, Hormone und Co. ein. Zu einzelnen Themen finden Sie auch Videos online, di...

In "Memoirs of John R. Young, Utah Pioneer, 1847," the author provides an intimate and compelling account of the challenges and triumphs faced by pioneers in the American West. Written in a clear and engaging prose style, Young's memoir captures the grit and determination of those seeking a new life in an untamed land. The text is set against the backdrop of the Mormon migration, reflecting the socio-religious context of the 19th century, as it intricately weaves personal anecdotes with hi...