Who says video games are only escapism?Today video games are viewed as another form of escapism. A way for people to escape from the stresses of their everyday lives.But like all forms of art, there are some valuable lessons to be learned from our favourite games. In his debut e-book by author Philip K. Lawrence, you will be finding 9 life lessons he learned from some of the greatest video games to have graced the industry. Not only that, but Philip will also be giving you 4 ...

The U.S. economy is generally considered to run on free market or laissez faire principles, implying that U.S. policy makers do not provide government support for industrial or commercial sectors. While mostly true, it is not the case with strategic industries, such as aerospace. Support for the aerospace sector has been viewed as essential, because aerospace technologies have been the material backbone of U.S. security systems. But American historic dominance in commercial aerospace, and ...

Deep Stall applies a framework of strategic analysis to the Boeing Company. Boeing is the world's largest aerospace / defence company, with turnover in the region of US $60bn. The book examines the relative decline of Boeing in the civil aircraft market in relation to European manufacturer, Airbus. The aim of the book is to utilize the concept of strategic value to explain Boeing's decline. The authors define this concept as investment in people and technology to leverage future market suc...

Discover a practical and insightful approach to alleviating the discomfort of hemorrhoids with "Hemorrhoid: How to Get Rid of the Illness" by Philip Alex. In this authoritative guide, Alex combines his expertise with a clear and accessible writing style to provide readers with effective strategies for managing and eliminating this common health concern.Whether you're grappling with the early stages or seeking long-term relief, this book offers a thorough exploration of proven metho...

A mesmerising episode from the universe of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust, giving us an extraordinary insight into this world and its characters.When Lyra is studying at Oxford University, she comes across the story of Lee Scoresby and Iorek Byrnison's first meeting, many years ago, along with much evidence of the adventure that brought them together.She discovers that when a young Texan balloonist Lee came down to earth in the har...

This book contains a story and several other things. The other things might be connected with the story, or they might not; they might be connected to stories that haven’t appeared yet . . .Two years after the conclusion of The Amber Spyglass, Lyra and her daemon Pantalaimon sit high on the roof of Jordan College, gazing down on the streets of Oxford. But their peace is shattered by a flock of enraged starlings, who seem intent on knocking another bird out...

Hours of great reading await, with tales from some of the 20th century's most renowned science fiction authors, Here are 25 science fiction stories:WHAT’S HE DOING IN THERE? by Fritz LeiberTHE MARCHING MORONS, by C.M. KornbluthGHOST, by Darrell SchweitzerDEATH WISH, by Robert SheckleyTHE WAVERIES, by Fredric BrownADAM AND NO EVE, by Alfred BesterFOXY LADY, by Lawrence Watt-EvansTHIN EDGE, by Randall GarrettCOMPANDROID, by Nina...

A gorgeously illustrated ode to the beauty and significance of orchids—and to those fighting to save these unique plants across the globe.Until recently, a myriad of lifeforms enriched our lives. In some places, listening to a nighttime chorus of frogs in the neighborhood marsh was an archetypal touchstone of childhood. Children would search for tadpoles, just steps away from native Lady's Tresses orchids. Year by year, the chorus became quieter. Today, only a few ...

Sci-Fi Spaceships and Nothing But Sci-Fi Spaceships 2 - Fifteen Lost Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1930s, 40s, 50s and 60sThe Planet Of Illusion by Robert SilverbergThe Flight Of The Eagle by Alfred CoppelMadmen of Mars by Erik FennelJonah of the Jove-Run by Ray BradburySpace-Lane of No-Return by George WhittingtonInvader From Infinity by George WhittingtonRocket Summer by Ray BradburyRabbits Have Long Ears...

Imagine the smell of slow-smoked brisket, tender ribs that fall off the bone, and perfectly charred steaks—all infused with deep, wood-fired flavor that turns your backyard into a full-on barbecue sanctuary. Whether you're brand new to pellet grilling or a seasoned flame-master, your Traeger is capable of far more than you think.The Traeger Grill Bible is your complete guide to mastering wood-pellet grilling, smoking, roasting, baking, braising, barbecuing, and mor...

50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. More than 29 hours of vintage science fiction. These science fiction short stories were written by some of the most influential authors of the time including, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Fredric Brown, Murray Leinster, Harlan Ellison, Frederik Pohl, C. M. Kornbluth, Fritz Leiber, Harry Harrison, Jack McKenty, Robert Silverberg, Alfred Coppel, Rog Phillips, Darius John Granger, Winston Marks, C. H. ...

Was it worth it? Why did they volunteer in the first place? What did they experience on the battlefield? Which comrades did they have to leave behind, in the midst of blood and mud? How did they survive? What are they most proud of? How do they view those harrowing experiences as time has gone by? Was the conviction worth the sacrifice? Learn the real truth from the veterans of the Brothers' War. This anthology is dedicated to the heroes of the Civil War, to every soldier who had to endure...