A short story from the author of 'Phoenix'—a dark horror adventure set during the Vietnam WarVietnam 1967A unit of Vietnamese fighters ushers an ancient ox cart through the jungle trails of the Central Highlands. What is the secret of its bloody, fly encrusted cargo?For the Special Forces team tracking them, the only way to find out is to follow them below ground—into the dark heart of a Viet Cong tunnel complex, where something evil waits.

Indomitable Steve Byrne brings the high-energy flair that earned him a nod as one of the best comics in the history of the Comedy Central Stand Up.

The Original Kims break new ground with an uncompromising look at Asian culture and some hilarious ethnic hang-ups. Featured are 4 of the top Asian comedians on stage today: Bobby Lee, Kevin Shea, Steve Byrne, and Dr. Ken Jeong.

Assessment is a core component of social work. Since first publication, Assessment in Social Work has provided students and practitioners with a clear overview of the complex issues they face and a map of the theory they need to draw on in order to conduct thorough, effective and meaningful assessments.New to this Edition:- Updated and revised chapter on Signs of Safety/Strengths in light of recent research and guidance- Coverage of recording and sharing info...

Vietnam 1966The bloodstained journal of a North Vietnamese soldier is discovered in the jungles of the Central Highlands. Nguyen Van Khue is separated from his unit, lost in a forest stalked by grey ghosts.When he reaches the remote village of Mau Giang, where Vietnamese and savage tribespeople live together in the shadow of an ancient temple, it seems like a pocket of Utopia in the midst of a vicious war. But are the villagers trying to keep the war out, or prevent a dark ...

Statistical data and evidence-based claims are increasingly central to our everyday lives. Critically examining ‘Big Data’, this book charts the recent explosion in sources of data, including those precipitated by global developments and technological change. It sets out changes and controversies related to data harvesting and construction, dissemination and data analytics by a range of private, governmental and social organisations in multiple settings.Analysing the power of data ...

This volume considers for the first time in a single collection this acclaimed, award-winning director's entire oeuvre, addressing and analyzing themes such as identity, family, and masculinity, supported by in-depth coverage of the generic and aesthetic aspects of DiCillo's distinctive and influential film style. Through detailed chapters on each of DiCillo's feature films, presented here is a candid look behind-the-scenes of both the American independent film industry - from the No Wave ...

The Byrnes family came to Texas and carved out a place on the land. Three generations who paid in blood and treasure. Children carried off by Comanche. A brother lost to war. Lives shattered. Chet Byrnes was trying to hold the ranch together through one more winter for one more cattle drive when he hanged three horse thieves this side of the Red River - and a blood feud erupted...A family wants revenge - no matter how just the hangings were. From attacks on the Byrnes clan to the killing o...

This volume considers for the first time in a single collection this acclaimed, award-winning director's entire oeuvre, addressing and analyzing themes such as identity, family, and masculinity, supported by in-depth coverage of the generic and aesthetic aspects of DiCillo's distinctive and influential film style. Through detailed chapters on each of DiCillo's feature films, presented here is a candid look behind-the-scenes of both the American independent film industry - from the No Wave ...

A landmark feat of innovation is about to change the American West forever. With electric cables stretching from the Colorado River to Gallup, New Mexico, a new telegraph system will connect the settlers of the Arizona Territory to rest of the country—a dream come true for rancher Chet Byrnes and his family. But laying four hundred miles of steel wire can be a deadly task. Chet has to face off with hired henchmen who would kill to sabotage the project. Chet's nephew JD has his hands full w...

Two years later and the feud rages on between the Byrnes and Reynolds families. Four generations of the Byrnes Family had built a life in Texas, only to have it shattered. Hoping to find safe haven for his family Chet Byrnes and his nephew Heck set off to find a new ranch in the Arizona Territory. But even the promising ranch land in Arizona may hold deadly enemies old and new. Chet must face down land dealers, government agents and crooked ranch hands to find a safe haven for his kin. And...

The American frontier comes alive in this blazing saga of Chet Byrnes and his family empire by Western Heritage and Spur award-winning author Dusty Richards…The Byrnes family has fought fiercely for its ranching empire. And with success comes the fate of empires: The Byrnes have taken in far-flung family members, hired hands and folks looking for another chance at life. The Byrnes clan has taken their fair share of hurt, too, taking on outlaws too deadly and powerful for the law.