One Leg Too Few will feature an extensive range of fresh interviews, previously unpublished archive material and a wealth of information about the most creative (and explosive) double act that British comedy has ever produced.One Leg Too Few is a book about an extraordinary relationship: a friendship, a partnership - almost, at times, a marriage. Like a lot of marriages it ended badly, but for nearly 20 years, between the first date and the inevita...

When the crabbing boat Johnny B. Goode is lost with all hands in a ferocious January storm, Officer Charley Whitehorse discovers it was not an Act of God but an act of murder.At the same time, young women are disappearing up and down the Oregon coast. The latest, Patricia Carmody, has vanished without a trace on her way to audition for a movie.As Whitehorse and his partner, Tony Esperanza, rush to untangle the web of clues, they tumble into a plot of human traffick...

Every person matters in the grand scheme of things. Every action has a reaction.When a group of Distant Origin theorists recreate the fabled Nazi time machine Die Glocke (the “Bell”) to prove their theory of mankind’s alien origins, they kick off a series of events that changes the course of history. When their maiden voyage is sabotaged, the crew find themselves stranded in New York State 1983, but it’s a very different time and place from their recorded history. Can Jake, the Pro...

Robert ‘Mac’ MacIver had always been interested in aviation, and fate takes its course when he looks up to see a military jet flying overhead just after finishing his last exam at university in the mid-1970s. He soon finds himself at a Canadian Armed Forces recruiting centre, where he applies to become a military pilot. Beginning with basic officer training (boot camp), through many phases of flying training, and then operational assignments, Mac experiences all that the military has to of...

My inspiration for writing this children's book was actually celebrities. On television, I saw celebrities talking about a children's book they had written, so I decided to give it a try. I thought about what would appeal to children. My first thought was a small dog-children love dogs. Then I thought of dinosaurs, then dragons. All kids like dragons, especially a magic dragon.My story would be about a boy taking his dog for a walk in the forest. The dog gets lost when he chases a ...

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to keeping pheasants, turkeys, and geese. It covers everything from general management to housing, diet, breeding, selection, and even marketing. Profusely illustrated and full of practical information, "Pheasants, Turkeys and Geese: Their Management for Pleasure and Profit" will be of considerable utility to modern farmers, smallholders, and other keepers of poultry. Contents include: "Stock Pheasants for Breeding Purposes", "Pheasants in Enclos...

This is a practical work on poultry breeding and feeding, by William Cook. It is specially adapted for cottagers, or those having limited space for keeping poultry, and the author has been successful in his endeavour to give plain and practical information, which will be of use to the amateur poultry breeder, and enable him to make it a profitable pursuit. The most suitable class of houses, the best system of feeding, breeding, and rearing, and the diseases of poultry, are all dealt with i...

35 years experience at your fingertips. Silk and Colour begins with "Health and Safety" when dealing with manufacturing and colouring silk fabric. Then the silk economy today, it's history, how it is made and the aftercare. Next an introduction to dye printed images, various print techniques and dyeing the fabric and then touches a little on painting. A list of dye groups and UK suppliers of dye powders, auxiliaries and fabrics. Also a list of UK companies to print for you. It is intended ...

Everyone runs on secrets All of our life stories depend on secrets. High school is supposed to be fun and excitingyou have friends, healthy relationships, and a supportive family. However, for a group of ninth graders, high school is nothing more than a disaster. Adam, Jake, Madison, Dakota, Hannah; pregnancies, break-ups, secret crushes, betrayal. These adolescents have their own stories; their own secrets. Katiy, Chad, Dan, Brittney, Mike, Mrs. Gonzales; divorce, marriage, crime, infidel...

In "An Address to British Females on the Moral Management of Pregnancy and Labour," William Cooke offers a comprehensive examination of the social, ethical, and physiological aspects concerning expectant mothers in early 19th-century Britain. His engaging prose marries a didactic tone with compassionate guidance, encapsulating the prevailing moral and cultural attitudes towards motherhood during a time marked by significant social reforms. Cooke's work stands as a pivotal text within the b...

"Automata Old and New" by Conrad William Cooke explores the fascinating evolution of automata, from ancient mechanical devices to modern robotics. The book delves into the intricate designs and engineering marvels of historical automata, showcasing their cultural significance and the artistry involved in their creation. Cooke provides a comprehensive overview of notable examples, illustrating how these machines have captivated human imagination throughout history. The narrative is enriched...

En John William Cooke, La mano izquierda de Perón Daniel Sorín construye una biografía crítica excepcional y un apasionante trabajo documental en el que logra componer un recorrido histórico a partir de una evidente pasión por el presente.John William Cooke, el que fuera designado por el propio Perón su heredero el 2 de noviembre de 1956, el organizador de la resistencia peronista desde el golpe cívico-militar de septiembre de 1955, es, sin duda, uno de los más profundo pen...