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Seven dead

Farjeon, J. Jefferson
"Ted Lyte, amateur thief, has chosen an isolated house by the coast for his first robbery. But Haven House is no ordinary country home. While hunting for silverware to steal, Ted stumbles upon a locked room containing seven dead bodies. Detective Inspector Kendall takes on the case with the help of passing yachtisman Thomas Hazeldean. The search for the house's absent owners brings Hazeldean across the Channel to Boulogne, where he finds more than one motive to stay and investigate"--Page [4] of cover.
Poisoned Pen Press 2018 233 pages

The dog who couldn't stop loving: how dogs have captured our hearts for thousands of years

Masson, J. Moussaieff
Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson has long been interested in the relationships between humans and animals, and he's always been aware that there was something very special in our bond with dogs. No other animals love us in quite the same way as dogs love us. And it is mutual. Is it possible that we developed our capacity for love, sympathy, empathy, and compassion because of our long association with dogs? Over the past 40,000 years a collective domestication has occurred that brings us to where we are today--humans have formed intense bonds with dogs, and the adoration is almost always reciprocal--a love affair unmatched in the animal world.--From publisher description.
HarperPaperbacks 2011-10-18 249 pages

Wheelers

Ian Stewart,Jack Cohen
In 2270, archaeologist Prudence Odingo returns to Earth with news of a bizarre discovery of hundreds of ancient wheeled artifacts beneath the icy surface of Callisto, the eighth moon of Jupiter. The wheelers come to life just as several of Jupiter's moons change orbit, causing a comet to hurtle toward Earth. An expedition reveals that Jupiter is inhabited by an alien race that has declared war on humanity. Now, Prudence must discover why.
Warner Books 2001 498 pages

Posthuman bodies

Jack Halberstam,Judith Halberstam,Ira Livingston
"It is a collection of essays that takes up, in a mostly affirmative way, various challenges to the coherence of the "human body" as a figure through which culture is processed and oriented." Partial contents : The end of the world of White Men ; Class and its close relations : identities among women, servants, and machines ; Soft fictions and intimate documents : can feminism be posthuman? ; Reproducing the posthuman body : ectogenetic fetus, surrogate mother, pregnant man ; The seductive power of science in the making of deviant subjectivity ; Phantom and reel projections lesbians and the (serial) killing-machine ; "Death of the family."
Indiana University Press 1995-12-01 275 pages

Basic: surviving boot camp and basic training

Jacobs, Jack
There is absolutely nothing in the American experience comparable to basic training or boot camp. If you haven't been through it, you can't understand it. But if you've been through it, you never forget it. No matter where they live, all American fighting men and women have one thing in common: They have survived basic military training. They've crawled through the swamps on Parris Island, stood in the frigid cold guarding a Dumpster at Great Lakes, struggled to complete fifteen bars on the horizontal ladder to get to the chow hall at Ft. Jackson, fought desperately to stay awake after long days without sleep at Lackland. They were shaved and screamed at, they barely ate, they marched a hundred miles, and they accomplished things they never would have dreamed were possible. They made the epic journey from civilian to soldier in eight weeks... and gained a lifetime of memories in the process. If you've done it, you will recognize the Drill Instructors, the marching chants, the movie segments, the proper way to make a hospital corner, the jokes, the camaraderie and the shared feeling of triumph. And those who haven't done it—yet—will understand and appreciate this life-changing experience. Basic is the story of that training. Col. Jack Jacobs and David Fisher tell the funny, sad, dramatic, poignant, and sometimes crazy history of how America has trained its military, told through the indelible memories of those who remember the experiences as if they happened yesterday.
Thomas Dunne Books 2012-05-08 308 pages

Jack Kirby's The demon omnibus

Kirby, Jack
One of Jack "King" Kirby's most memorable creations is being reissued for the first time in more than thirty years! In the time of King Arthur, power-hungry apprentice sorceror Jason Blood is cursed by the magician Merlin and eternally bound to Etrigan the Demon. Now, in the present day, Blood wants to use his superhuman knowledge, abilities and magic powers to do good - but the same cannot be said of Etrigan. Dare Jason Blood release the monster caged within his very soul, even to fight the good fight? The complete sixteen-issue run of the classic mystical character is collected for the first time in this attractive hardback omnibus edition!
Titan 2009 208 pages

Genocide and human rights: a global anthology

Jack Nusan Porter
This edition of Genocide and Human Rights marks the 20th anniversary of publication. Originally published in 1982, Genocide and Human Rights was the first anthology of its kind in genocide studies. The field has grown exponentially in the past two decades but this book is as fresh and as relevant as ever, given the times we live in. The genocides in Rwanda, Cambodia, and the former Yugoslavia and their subsequent war crime tribunals all make this book germane to today's headlines.
University Press of America 1982-04-01 353 pages

Weinstein's Evidence Manual A Guide to the Federal Rules of Evidence Based on Weinstein's Federal Evidence

Jack B. Weinstein,Margaret A. Berger
This volume comprehensively covers the Federal Rules of Evidence. It was designed for judges, lawyers, and students who need a concise guide to the practical and theoretical information required in the court, office, and classroom. Now that the Federal Rules have been in effect for more than two decades, some clear lines of interpretation have begun to emerge. The authors have summarized those areas and indicated places where further clarification is needed.
LexisNexis 2015 994 pages

What is contemporary art? a children's guide

Klein, Jacky
Why do some artists use elephant dung, eggshells and crushed cars to make their art? Who created sculptures from fluorescent lightbulbs? Are two giant hamburgers better than one? Does Rachel Whiteread's bed look comfortable to you? And why is there a suit hanging on the wall of an art gallery? What is Contemporary Art? reveals all this and more. The perfect introduction to the world of contemporary art, it celebrates the work of around 70 artists from across the globe. Exploring subjects such as outer space, unusual materials and bizarre beasts, the book is packed with special features inkling pull-out information and ideas boxes, quotations by the artists and 'How Did They Do It?' prompts. Short biographies include fascinating facts on each of the artists, a glossary explains key art terms and a list of useful websites and art museums where to go next. A beguiling book for children and parents, as well as the perfect support for school topic work on art history themes, What is Contemporary Art? invites young readers to understand, enjoy and question some of the most dynamic and exciting art of our times.
Thames & Hudson 2012 64 pages

Exploring Judaism A Reconstructionist Approach

Rebecca Trachtenberg Alpert,Jacob J. Staub
This substantially revised and updated edition of the 1985 classic is ideal for everyone who wants to know more about Judaism. Whether you are a long-time participant in the Jewish community, a newcomer or someone who has struggled to find a home in Jewish life, this introduction to Jewish thought and practice from a Reconstructionist perspective will offer inspiration and guidance. From Kaplan's belief through contemporary innovations, this engaging text explores Reconstructionist views on God, ethics, Zionism, spirituality, text study, Tikkun Olam, life cycle ritual, intermarriage, gay and lesbian issues... and more! A must-read.
Reconstructionist Press 2000 178 pages

Who Shall Survive?

J. L., Moreno
Delve deep into the intricacies of human interrelations with J. L. Moreno's groundbreaking work. 'Who Shall Survive?' challenges conventional wisdom by introducing a pioneering approach to understanding the complex web of human interactions. Grounded in the early-to-mid 20th-century zeitgeist, Moreno navigates the socio-political contexts that shape human behavior, offering readers a fresh perspective on communal dynamics. Utilizing innovative methodologies, Moreno unveils the concept of sociometry, a quantitative method to analyze social relationships, setting the foundation for modern group dynamics and therapy. This work emphasizes the importance of spontaneity and creativity in fostering positive human relationships and aims to shed light on how societies can be reshaped to promote unity and holistic well-being. More than just a theoretical treatise, the book has implications across various disciplines, particularly in psychology, sociology, and therapeutic studies. Moreno's ideas paved the way for the development of psychodrama, an expressive therapy form, integrating theater and psychotherapy to offer transformative experiences. In essence, 'Who Shall Survive?' is not just a reflection on human interrelations but a clarion call for understanding, intervention, and transformation in a world craving genuine connection.
Sothis Press 2023-09-26 464 pages