The Life, Times, and Scientific Labours of the Second Marquis of Worcester is a comprehensive biographical and historical account of Edward Somerset, the Second Marquis of Worcester, a pioneering figure in the early history of science and invention during the 17th century. This detailed volume delves into the Marquis’s remarkable life, exploring his noble lineage, his involvement in the political and social upheavals of the English Civil War, and his enduring legacy as an inventor and visi...

SCIENCE FICTION, FANTASY, HUMORThe Unidentified Funny Objects series delivers an annual dose of funny, zany, and unusual science fiction and fantasy stories. All-new fiction from the genre's top voices!* Superheroes mired in government bureaucracy.* Cat cat-burglars.* Grandmotherly golems.* Literal-minded self-driving cars.* Evil overlords retired in Florida.* Indifferent aliens.

"Perpetual Motion" by Henry Dircks and Percy Verance explores the fascinating concept of perpetual motion machines, which are hypothetical devices that can operate indefinitely without an external energy source. The book delves into the history of these machines, examining the scientific principles that govern motion and energy. Dircks and Verance present various designs and ideas proposed by inventors throughout history, highlighting the allure and challenges of creating a machine that de...

Scientific Studies; or, Practical, in Contrast with Chimerical Pursuits by Henry Dircks is an intellectual exploration of the value of practical scientific inquiry in contrast to speculative or fanciful pursuits. First published in 1871, the book argues for the importance of grounded, empirical research and practical applications of science, particularly in the context of industrial and technological advancements. Dircks critiques the tendency toward abstract theories or pursuits that lack...

"The Humour of Holland" by W. H. Dircks is a delightful exploration of Dutch culture through the lens of humor. The book captures the essence of the Netherlands, showcasing its unique traditions, quirks, and the light-hearted spirit of its people. With illustrations by Dudley Hardy, the visual elements complement the text beautifully, bringing to life the amusing anecdotes and observations that Dircks shares. The translator, Alice Werner, ensures that the humor transcends language barriers...

The human intellect is said to be so constituted that general ideas arise by abstraction from particular observations, and therefore come after them in point of time. If this is what actually occurs, as happens in the case of a man who has to depend solely upon his own experience for what he learns,—who has no teacher and no book,—such a man knows quite well which of his particular observations belong to and are represented by each of his general ideas. He has a perfect a...

15 Mom Approved IEP Tips to add to your "toolbox" for being a parent of a child with Special Needs! Having been through the struggles first-hand, this book is a resource filled guide to assist those just beginning the IEP Meeting process! This book lists the Top 15 Tips that you need to know before heading to the IEP Meeting--whether it is your first or your next meeting, these 15 Tips should be used almost as a Check-Off Guide to ensure you go to the meeting prepared to fight for your chi...

Lesungen sind ein wichtiger Bestandteil des literarischen Lebens. Die Frage, was eine gute Lesung ausmacht, ist aufgrund eines fehlenden öffentlichen oder wissenschaftlichen Diskurses allerdings nur schwer zu beantworten. Diese Arbeit stellt den Versuch dar, Lesungen aus ästhetischer Perspektive zu untersuchen und die Umrisse einer theoretischen Basis für ihre Beschreibung und Beurteilung zu skizzieren. Eine Einsicht in den performativen Charakter von Lesungen und ihren Status als ästhetis...

Perpetual Motion: The History of an Obsession is a fascinating exploration into the centuries-old quest to create a machine that could operate indefinitely without an external energy source. Authored by Percy Verance, this book delves into the dreams, follies, and ingenuity of inventors who, throughout history, have sought to defy the laws of physics in pursuit of the elusive perpetual motion machine. Drawing from historical records, scientific treatises, and personal anecdotes, the narrat...

Was ist bloß los mit Juliane, der verheirateten Psychologin, die mit 52 Jahren alles im Griff hat? Ihr Leben ist geregelt, vorhersehbar, kontrolliert. Da bringt der 10 Jahre jüngere Bogner, aufgewachsen in der DDR und Besitzer einer Autowaschanlage, sie aus dem Häuschen. Sein Lachen, seine Geschichten und seine Frechheit sind einfach unglaublich. Zwischen den beiden entwickelt sich Anziehungskraft, ein Tanz an der Grenze. Gefährlich wird es, als sie sich mit weiblicher Neugier auf einen Be...

"These essays are a valuable criticism of life by a man who had a wide experience of life, a man of the world, who possessed an almost inspired faculty of observation. Schopenhauer, of all men, unmistakably observed life at first hand. There is no academic echo in his utterances; he is not one of a school; his voice has no formal intonation; it is deep, full-chested, and rings out its words with all the poignancy of individual emphasis, without bluster, but with unfailing conviction. He wa...

This program features multicast narration."This audiobook, written by two experts in middle-grade fiction, is a perfect family listen."- AudioFileThe New York Times bestselling authors of Bob, Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass, introduce young listeners to a little free library guarded by a cat and a boy who takes on the mystery it keeps.