Chris Baker

Jacob Hansen

The truth about English is that it can get pretty boring. Dangling modifiers, gerunds, punctuation marks--it’s enough to make you want to drop out of high school. Swearing and sex on the other hand, well, these time-honored pastimes warm the cockles of our hearts. Now, The Elements of F*cking Style drags English grammar out of the ivory tower and into the gutter, injecting a dull subject with a much-needed dose of color. This book addresses everything from common questions (“What the hell is a pronoun?”) to philosophical conundrums (“Does not using paragraphs or periods make my thesis read like it was written by a mental patient?”). Other valuable sections include: •All I’ve got in this world are my sentences and my balls, and I don’t break ’em for nobody •A colon is more than an organ that gets cancer •Words your bound to f*ck up One glance at your friend’s blog should tell you everything you need to know about the sorry state of the English language. This book gives you the tools you need to stop looking like an idiot on message boards and in interoffice memos. Grammar has never before been so much f*cking fun.

A Helpful Parody

The Elements of F*cking Style

Pasuk Phongpaichit

Christopher John Baker

"The authors cover the contests between urban nationalists, ambitious generals, communist rebels, business politicians, and social movements to control the nation-state and redefine its purpose. They describe the dramatic changes wrought by a booming economy, globalization, and the evolution of mass society. Finally, they show how Thailand's path is still being contested by those who believe in change from above and those who fight for democracy and liberal values."--BOOK JACKET.

A History of Thailand

Tale of Khun Chang Khun Phaen

Matt Fitch

"Nous avons choisi d'aller sur la Lune ! Nous avons choisi d'aller sur la Lune avant la fin de la décennie..., non pas parce c'est facile, mais parce que c'est difficile...". John F. Kennedy, 12 septembre 1962 20 juillet 1969 : Pour la première fois des hommes se sont posés et ont marché sur la Lune. Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin et Michael Collins ont piloté un engin conçu et réalisé par de brillants ingénieurs, et ont voyagé dans l'espace juste pour nous montrer que c'était possible. Au-delà de la légende, ce roman graphique raconte la véritable histoire d'un exploit partagé par l'humanité tout entière.

Des hommes sur la lune

Apollo

Ian Sharman

Die Geschichte der Mondlandung von Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin und Michael Collins

Apollo 11

Matthew Waite

THE MOST MESSED-UP MOMENTS FROM 14 YEARS OF SUPERHERO VIDEO GAMES - AWESOMELY NERDY NITPICKS! If you're a superhero fan who loves video games, you've experienced firsthand how pretty much every title out there - good or bad, remembered or forgotten - does something that's absolutely, unapologetically WRONG! with its source material. This ebook documents the most egregious - and most hilarious - offenders from the moment Superman flew onto the Atari 2600 in 1978 all the way through 1992, when Konami's classic X-Men sucked in quarter after quarter in arcades. NEARLY 80 SUPERHERO GAMESSome you've played. Some you haven't. And quite a few you never even knew existed in the first place. Some high-/lowlights: Purple Dark Knight vs. Green Joker in Batman: The Video Game (NES) Proven instances of "slapping a license" on an already-developed game Games that stripped Wolverine and He-Man of their most iconic weaponry A questionable transportation method for the Man of Steel in Superman (NES) A Transformers game from the creator of Pitfall! The strangest comic book license ever to hit the Sega Genesis The most unnecessary tie-in to a superhero animated series of all time The Danger Mouse Trilogy That one lonely Thundercats game ANSWERS TO BURNING QUESTIONS YOU DIDN'T EVEN KNOW TO ASK Who is "the Princess Peach of superhero games"? Who was the first Marvel character to be featured in three games? And what's the single gaming appearance he's had since 1985? Which super-character is most consistently misrepresented in games? What common superhero gaming feature was pioneered by LJN's otherwise absolutely horrible X-Men NES game? Which hero's primary gaming nemesis is someone he still has yet to even meet in the comics? What do an NES game and a major restaurant chain agree is Wolverine's favorite food? Why is Carnage getting naked on my SNES?! GAMING PLATFORMS YOU LOVED...OR DIDN'T KNOW EXISTED Atari 2600 | Intellivision | Commodore 64 | Nintendo Entertainment System | Game Boy | Super NES | Sega Master System | Genesis | Game Gear | Lynx | ZX Spectrum | MSX | PC-DOS | MORE! YOUR FAVORITE HEROES (AND SOME YOU'VE NEVER HEARD OF) From Marvel! Spider-Man | Wolverine and the X-Men | Hulk | Captain America, Iron Man, Hawkeye, Vision, and a bunch of other Avengers | Punisher | Human Torch and the Thing from the Fantastic Four | Silver Surfer | Howard the Duck From DC! Superman | Batman | Flash | Swamp Thing From Other Comic Publishers! Conan | Flash Gordon | Judge Dredd | Ex-Mutants From Toy Lines and Cartoons! Transformers | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles | He-Man and the Masters of the Universe | Bartman and Radioactive Man from The Simpsons | G.I. Joe | Danger Mouse | Gobots | Thundercats From Commercials! Domino's Pizza's Noid | Kool-Aid Man From Copyright Infringement! The Amazing Spider-Bat

Awesomely Nerdy Nitpicks on Nearly 80 Games

WRONG! Retro Games, You Messed Up Our Comic Book Heroes!

Brian Jacques

Escape into the land of Redwall with this beautifully illustrated full-color fold-out map. Explore the treacherous terrain, legendary landmarks, and wondrous sites which Brian Jacques has made fmaous in his Redwall tales. Then tst your Redwall Knowledge with "The Redwall Riddler" quizz book -- full of riddles, quick-fire suggestions, and baffling word puzzles!

Includes the Redwall Riddler!

Redwall Map

L Michaels

Gloria Coffin

Craig Drurey

Donna Fiser Ward

Graden Kirksey

What if God is not in control? And what if, instead, God always expresses uncontrolling love? Eighty leading thinkers explore the implications of a new way to think about God, the world, and our everyday lives. Their conclusions are radical, whether their writing is in story form or more academic. Essayists take ideas in Thomas Jay Oord's award-winning book, The Uncontrolling Love of God: An Open and Relational Account of Providence (IVP Academic). Each contributor explores how we might think and live in light of uncontrolling love.

Essays Exploring the Love of God, with Introductions by Thomas Jay Oord

Uncontrolling Love

A fascinating new study of the events leading up to and during one of the most poignant events of the First World War, the Christmas Truce 1914.

The Day the War Stopped

The Truce

When the fire started to die down, Sean said goodbye to Uncle Wire, to his family, to the place that had been his home, and started out across the paddock. It was an eight-kilometre walk into Ngahere, about two hours. He could have driven, but the keys to both his car and Uncle Wire"s truck had been in the burning houses, and hot wiring vehicles was not among his life skills. Instinct kept him moving slowly, giving him time to get his head around the things he suspected he'd find. Sean's dread grew with every step." When a mutant strand of the calicivirus wipes out his family, friends and community, Sean is motivated by his instinct to survive. Driven by dreams and expectation, Sean sets off with his horse and dog. Where is he going? What will he find? And who are the crazy Maeroero messing with his head?

Kokopu Dreams

Artificial intelligence is a word that carries with it heavy connotations. Although artificial intelligence is nothing more than the capacity for logic and understanding that machines can exhibit, in the minds of most people artificial intelligence is almost a Pandora's box that, when opened, will eventually signal the human race's doom.. The idea that machines pose an existential threat to human beings has been around for at least 60 years. It goes something like this: intelligent machines eventually realize the uselessness of human beings and turn against their creators. Or this: intelligent machines reduce human to cattle or even food after a dramatic war that human beings lose. Human beings have created countless languages and writing systems that have allowed us to expand collective human knowledge over a period of thousands of years. Much of the knowledge that we utilized today, knowledge about the math, science, and the stars, originates from observations made thousands of years ago but which were recorded by writing systems, allowing this knowledge to be preserved and passed down. Artificial intelligence has been used for many business, financial, medical, and other applications, and scientists and researchers are actively studying how these applications can be expanded to make human life simpler. The applications of AI will be explored in this book, both the real applications to business, finance, medicine, and health and the theoretical applications. Even the sensational, perhaps exaggerated applications of AI will be explored in the context of taking a look at how AI may potentially be applied in the future. The purpose of this discussion is for the reader to understand what AI is by understanding how it is used. Artificial intelligence is certainly a blessing at this point, but the reality that it may become a curse is not lost on some people. Understanding the full implications of AI requires a deep knowledge of what it is and where it came from. For companies and businesses to take advantage of AI-powered and improved interactions, the conversation has to begin inside the organization. Leaders are supposed to start with the available channels and improve their smartness. From that point, they are supposed to ask key questions about engagements with customers and employees. Here is a preview of what you will learn... Brief history of artificial intelligence The state of art of machine learning Artificial neural networks applied to machine learning How can we build an AI ready culture Our daily lives with AI And More.....

The Application in Healthcare, Industry and More. The Fascinating Topic of Machine Learning and Prediction Machines. The Complexity Explained for Beginners

Artificial Intelligence a Modern Approach

Thaksin

He made a fortune of two bilion US dollars in four years. He won four elections by landslides. He was overthrown by a coup and driven into exile. His opponents and supporters dressed themselves in red and yellow and fought battles on the streets. To some, he is a visionary, even a revolutionary. To others, he is greedy, deceitful, deluded, dangerous. This book was first published in 2004. Four new chapters provide a detailed account of the turmoil of Thai politics over the subsequent five years.

(Second Edition, Expanded)

Ladybird Histories The Great Fire of London is perfect for children studying the Great Fire at school. It includes information on how the fire started, why it spread so quickly and how it was eventually put out. Packed full of interesting and entertaining details that will delight all readers - from details about important characters to the influence the fire had on the landscape of London and the future of firefighting. Everything you need to know about the Great Fire of London for school homework. Ladybird Histories is a series of books about particular events and people in history that children find especially engaging. Look out for other titles in the series: The Battle of Hastings.

The Great Fire of London

Oxford Reading Tree Treetops Greatest Stories: Oxford Level

Since he was banished from his home, Sunjata and his followers have travelled the land of Mali, making life better for everyone. But can they defeat the terrible Sorcerer-King? Sunjata and the Sorcerer-King is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 6-7 years

Reading Planet - Sunjata and the Sorcerer-King - Gold: Galaxy

Jan Harlan

Jane M. Struthers

the vision behind the film

A.I. artificial intelligence from Stanley Kubrick to Steven Spielberg

The sector north of Ypres is best known for the inundation of much of the ground to the east of the Yser that acted as a block to the German advance in the autumn of 1914. From that time on military activities were extremely limited. Much of this line was manned by Belgian troops, with some assistance from the French army at its southern end and of the British army on the Channel coast. The role of the Belgian army in the Great War is little known, apart from the opening months, when 'brave little Belgium' held on to its important fortified cities, notably Liege and Antwerp, for longer than German planning had anticipated. It was not until mid October 1914 that the Belgian army was forced back to the area of the Yser, when its defences were bolstered by French troops whilst Haig's I Corps came up on its southern flank. At this crucial phase of the campaign, the harsh decision was taken to open the dykes at the end of October 1914 and thereby flooding much of the low lying ground east of the Yser and so effectively halting major German offensive operations. For almost four years the Belgian army rested reasonably secure behind this sodden landscape, although certain key points were the scene of frequent, if limited, tussles. 'Free' Belgium was reduced to two significant towns that could be regarded as secure and out of the range of most German artillery - the coastal resort of La Panne (De Panne) and the much bigger settlement of Furnes (Veurne), Over these years the Belgian army was rebuilt under the dynamic leadership of the king, Albert I, and by the time of the general allied advance in September 1918, the Belgian army was able to take its place in the Advance to Victory, in an allied Army that was commanded by King Albert. Although this phase of the war is outside the scope of the book, it is important to realise that the Belgian army was a very active player in these last few months. Amongst the achievements of Belgian troops at this stage of the war was the final capture of Passchendaele. This book concerns itself with the years of defence and the reconstruction of the army behind the Yser. Relatively little of Belgium's efforts in the Great War remained, but recent years have seen action to preserve what does. Most significant of these, perhaps, is the so called Trench of Death near Diksmuide. Although always preserved, it has recently been very successfully refurbished and is now most effectively and informatively presented. Other remains from the war have also been developed so as to be more informative and the result is that touring this area provides a fascinating insight into one of the most unusual sectors of the Western Front and which is conveniently close to the much visited Ypres Salient. In this book Chris Baker brings his extensive knowledge of the Belgian army (helped by his ability to read French and Dutch) and of the Flanders region to produce a much needed insight into Belgium's army role for most of the war as the protector of the northern flank of the whole of the Allied line.

The Belgian Sector 1914 -1918

From the Channel to the Ypres Salient

Everything you need to understand and implement Artificial Intelligence! Learn the potential consequences of Artificial Intelligence and how it will shape the world around us in the coming decades! Become familiar with how Artificial Intelligence aims to aid human cognitive limitations and how it is possible that in the future, the AI that humans create becomes inconceivable to humans themselves. And once you have an understanding of what AI is, you can move forward in your journey to create better informed industry-level business AI applications. The book bundle includes: Learning to teach machines to learn! Are you intrigued by the fact that artificial intelligence poses an existential threat to human beings and has been around for at least 60 years? If yes, then here is the best introductory review of Artificial Intelligence and its effects on human behavior and the market. The book is thoroughly examined, neatly composed, significantly intriguing, and insightful. Help yourself understand the concepts of AI and get insights regarding: ● A brief history of artificial intelligence ● The state of art of machine learning ● Artificial neural networks applied to machine learning ● How to build an AI-ready culture ● Effects of AI on our daily lives Adding persistent spirit to your business! Do you often come up with some innovative techniques to lead the industry? If yes, then this book is made for you! It will familiarize you with the advances in industry-level AI and will open your understanding of what to expect in sales shortly. Here is a preview of what you will learn: ● How AI can transform your business ● The correct mindset for social media marketing ● The epoch of chatbots ● How AI can help with recruitment ● Which platforms will best fit business in 2020 ● How AI helps in predicting consumer behavior patterns And More.....

Learning Automation Skills with Python (2 Books in 1: Artificial Intelligence a Modern Approach & Artificial Intelligence Business Applications)

Artificial Intelligence

Buy the paperback version for this book and get the kindle book version for free Artificial intelligence is a word that carries with it heavy connotations. Although artificial intelligence is nothing more than the capacity for logic and understanding that machines can exhibit, in the minds of most Americans artificial intelligence is almost a Pandora's box that, when opened, will eventually signal the human race's doom.. Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device The idea that machines pose an existential threat to human beings has been around for at least 60 years. It goes something like this: intelligent machines eventually realize the uselessness of human beings and turn against their creators. Or this: intelligent machines reduce human to cattle or even food after a dramatic war that human beings lose. Human beings have created countless languages and writing systems that have allowed us to expand collective human knowledge over a period of thousands of years. Much of the knowledge that we utilized today, knowledge about the math, science, and the stars, originates from observations made thousands of years ago but which were recorded by writing systems, allowing this knowledge to be preserved and passed down. Artificial intelligence has been used for many business, financial, medical, and other applications, and scientists and researchers are actively studying how these applications can be expanded to make human life simpler. The applications of AI will be explored in this book, both the real applications to business, finance, medicine, and health and the theoretical applications. Even the sensational, perhaps exaggerated applications of AI will be explored in the context of taking a look at how AI may potentially be applied in the future. The purpose of this discussion is for the reader to understand what AI is by understanding how it is used. Artificial intelligence is certainly a blessing at this point, but the reality that it may become a curse is not lost on some people. Understanding the full implications of AI requires a deep knowledge of what it is and where it came from. For companies and businesses to take advantage of AI-powered and improved interactions, the conversation has to begin inside the organization. Leaders are supposed to start with the available channels and improve their smartness. From that point, they are supposed to ask key questions about engagements with customers and employees. Here is a preview of what you will learn... Brief history of artificial intelligence The state of art of machine learning Artificial neural networks applied to machine learning How can we build an AI ready culture Our daily lives with AI And More..... Would You Like To Know More? Scroll to the top of the page and select the buy now button.

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