Hal Kapernaum brings his son to the company town of Seco, Arizona, where he hopes a new plant manager job will provide a fresh start, but the small Arizona town shares Hal's same fear: SILENCE. The town is convinced the SILENCE is killing people. Nine have died in the last few weeks. Speakers of all models, shapes and sizes dot the roofs of the downtown buildings like nervous gargoyles. Because this fear is affecting production at the plant, Hal's boss wants him to investigate and stop it....

Software architecture is about making trade-offs. This book provides a practical framework for making those decisions with confidence. It is written for the engineer who has already read the theory and now needs to make real decisions.Covering the five pillars of architecture, it dives deep into the economic impact of your choices and how to avoid the over-engineering trap. Master pattern-driven architecture without the dogma, and learn to design effective service boundaries. This ...

While Captain Rodriguez de Medina and his pirate crew are on the beach partying, the three young prisoners in the brig of his ship, the San Paulo, are plotting. Their plan: steal the ship, steal the infamous reputation of Rodriguez de Medina, steal his plan to capture the gold laden Man-of-War, the Endurance. The three adolescents steal the San Paulo, but manning a ship with three sets of hands is one thing—attacking the Endurance is a whole new beast. But James, the leader of the pack, ha...

Libertarianism isn't about winning elections; it is first and foremost a political philosophy—a description of how in the opinion of libertarians free people ought to treat one another at least when they use the law which they regard as potentially dangerous. If libertarians are correct the law should intrude into people's lives as little as possible rarely telling them what to do or how to live.A political and economic philosophy as old as John Locke and John Stuart Mill but as alive and ...

"The Future: A Deep Dive into Digital Transformation and Futurology" is here! Explore cutting-edge tech, digitalization, and futurology with practical advice and insightful strategies to stay ahead in the lightning-fast digital world.In this book, we explore the past, present, and future of digitalization and futurology, discussing their impact on society and businesses. From smart cities to self-replicating robots and advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, augmented r...

Nathan Smith has struggled with schizophrenia his entire life. Overwhelmed by thoughts of suicide and depression, he disappeared into a haze of alcoholism to deal with the daily challenges of his disease. But instead of alleviating his disease, the alcohol made it ten times worse. Spending most of his time in an alcoholic stupor, he was not in control of his thoughts or actions, thanks to his schizophrenia. Each time he tried to get control of his life, he failed miserably. Mom's Idea

What if YOU were sent to a work camp for a BAD GRADE in school? And what if you were sent there for the ENTIRE SUMMER!? That's the NIGHTMARE that happened to Kelvin Redd. You might be wondering: Does he escape? Does he get the girl he's DESPERATELY trying to get back to? Does he get back at his parents somehow? Why doesn't the U.S. Constitution protect kids' rights Why should I care what happens to a kid named Kelvin Redd?Oh, you'll care. When they come for you, YOU WILL CARE.

A Library Journal Best Crafts & DIY Book of 2015Incorporating concrete design into a home garden can now be easily achieved by any do-it-yourself enthusiast! Concrete furniture and containers add style and personality to outdoor spaces, and the addition of color makes these objects even more eye-catching. These trendy pieces can cost thousands of dollars at garden centers and furniture stores, but they can also be made affordably at home. In this hands-on ...

Hal Kapernaum brings his son to the company town of Seco, Arizona, where he hopes a new plant manager job will provide a fresh start, but the small Arizona town shares Hal’s same fear: SILENCE. The town is convinced the SILENCE is killing people. Nine have died in the last few weeks. Speakers of all models, shapes and sizes dot the roofs of the downtown buildings like nervous gargoyles. Because this fear is affecting production at the plant, Hal’s boss wants him to investigate and stop it,...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. This is the official OpenStax Introduction to Philosophy audiobook, produced by Audileo, a valued OpenStax Technology Partner.Designed to meet the scope and sequence of your course, Introduction to Philosophy surveys logic, metaphysics, epistemology, theories of value, and history of philosophy thematically. To provide a strong foundation in global philosophical discourse, diverse primary sources and examples are central to the design, and ...

Marc used to think he was pretty ordinary, but he also used to think ice cream trucks didn't sell ice cream and dragons were just fairy tales. Now he knows better. With skin that can't be burned and strange powers he can't explain, Marc soon discovers the truth: he carries ancient, dragon D.N.A. And as he joins his fellow Dragonkyn, his closest friends could quickly become his greatest enemies.

Aunt Jane's Hero presents to the reader a hero's journey and romance different from the cliché, addressing not an idealized picture of love and life, but rather a picture that includes not just the beautiful but also the sorrows and unpleasantries of life as well. Though set in a time long past, in a context that may be unfamiliar to many, the tale is nevertheless one filled with timeless lessons and experiences familiar in some respect to all. In this tale we journey with Horace as he ste...