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Oscar

By: Don Kinkade

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The story opens with panoramic scenes of Richard Blast making his way through the dense Thai jungle to destroy a secret airfield. Captured before being able place the explosives, he is murdered by Tanaka, the Chinese operative responsible for the construction of the airfield and the evil conspiracy that threatens all of mankind. Robert Tokor, Assistant Director of the CIA, learns of Richard's death in a hastily called meeting in Langley. Oddly enough, Director Byrd allows Jonah, the Israeli Director to inform Robert via video conference. Robert's temper flares as he swears vengeance on those responsible. The same day Director Byrd gives in to Robert and allows him to proceed with bringing Oscar on line, a so-called new system Robert had been perfecting since 2008. Robert and a select few comrades from Langley jet away to a secret mountain installation hidden within the Cherokee National Forest. Ms. Reed, Robert's leading lady, is at first skeptical of Oscar. Oscar appears to the Langley group in the form of a grandfatherly Roman Senator complete with toga and sandals. Oscar is forced to demonstrate his unusual capabilities, conjuring up other images and offering intimate details into the lives of some of the group which ordinarily even the CIA would not know or have access to. Within hours Oscar's investigation is underway. Bits and pieces of the conspiracy begin to appear. Ms. Reed remains at the new facility with Oscar while Robert and a select assembly of commandos disembark to visit first hand the Thai airfield. Their raid is successful. All but one Iraqi soldier was killed while guarding the secret Chinese airfield. During the interrogation being performed by Robert and his men US Navy Tomcats swarm in and destroy what's left of the field, killing their only prisoner in the process. Robert and his men find themselves in bewilderment, seemingly targeted by their own forces. Robert brings up and image of Oscar there in the jungle and learns that an unknown super computer had invaded Langley and the Pentagon and that it was responsible for the strike. Reluctantly, Robert allows choppers from the Enterprise to rescue them, the same carrier that launched the Tomcats. Robert is at first hostile towards Captain Reichenback. He explains to all within hearing distance there on the bridge that they had found Iraqis guarding a base in Thailand. Only when Robert brings up Oscar as an exact duplicate of the Captain and allows Oscar to forcefully take over the entire battle group do the sailors begin to understand and admit that Robert and Oscar must know something they don't. Back at the base Oscar and Tami (Ms. Reed) continue with the investigation. Tami begins to understand just how powerful and omnipotent Oscar really is. They become friends of sorts. Robert is paranoid of everyone. The Director isn't himself. Jonah, the Israeli Director seems to be withholding information. Oscar and Tami contact Robert and explain that Oscar has discovered a super computer called Armageddon is responsible for the air strike and that the Chinese probably created the computer. Oscar's investigation then directs Robert and his men to a pharmaceutical plant near Tokyo. It is learned that the Chinese operative, Tanaka, controlled the production of a genetic polymer created by the Japanese scientists against their will. The substance was being transported to the airfield in Thailand to be dispersed around the globe by a C-130 rigged with spray equipment. Before leaving Tokyo, Robert meets Gloria Yakmir, Jonah's stepdaughter. She convinces Robert to take her along to Washington to inform President Bratcher directly as to what they think is going on. Tami and Gloria meet during the meeting with the President, both jealous of the other. Robert explains his theory to the President. He theorizes, with Oscar's assistance, in the form of Abraham Lincoln, that the Chinese plan is to systematically eliminate all HIV carriers

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Xlibris Corporation

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1493169580

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The Supermodel and the Brillo Box

Back Stories and Peculiar Economics from the World of Contemporary Art

By: Don Thompson

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The Supermodel and the Brillo Box

Back Stories and Peculiar Economics from the World of Contemporary Art

By: Don Thompson

A look at the contemporary art market and the economics and psychology that first produced a market crash, and then two years later resulted in astronomical prices

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Macmillan

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1137279087

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9781137279088

These Boys and Their Fathers

A Memoir

By: Don Waters

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These Boys and Their Fathers

A Memoir

By: Don Waters

In 2010, Don Waters set out to write a magazine story about a surfing icon who had known his absentee father. It was an attempt to find a way of connecting to a man he never knew. He didn’t imagine that the story would become a years-long quest to understand a man who left behind almost nothing except for a self-absorbed autobiography for his abandoned son. These Boys and Their Fathers touches on Waters’s early life with his single mother—and her string of dysfunctional men—and his later search for and encounters with his father, but it quickly expands into a gripping account of the life of a 1930s pulp writer, also named Don Waters, with whom Waters becomes obsessed. This wildly original book blends memoir, investigative reporting, and fiction to sort out difficult aspects of family, masculinity, and what it means to be a father.

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University of Iowa Press

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1609386795

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My Land!

A Homesteader's Tale

By: Don R. Messman

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My Land!

A Homesteader's Tale

By: Don R. Messman

Based on his parents’ experiences as homesteaders, the author chronicles the interwoven lives of three primary characters surrounded by a rich assortment of friends and family members. Their hardships and tragedies are fodder for outrageous, embellished tales. This book is written for the thousands of descendants of homesteaders who have heard their ancestors’ tales and would like to read more. It is also for those who, having lived during most of the twentieth century, are thirsting for a book that recognizes their commonplace accomplishments. Humor and hilarity intermingle with pain and poignancy to capture and hold the reader’s interest.

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iUniverse

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0595249590

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9780595249596

Writing Human Factors Research Papers

A Guidebook

By: Don Harris

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Writing Human Factors Research Papers

A Guidebook

By: Don Harris

Writing high-quality papers suitable for publication within international scientific journals is now an essential skill for all early-career researchers; their career progression and the reputation of the department in which they work depends upon it. However, many manuscripts are rejected or sent back for major re-working not because the science they contain is in any way 'bad', but because the same problems keep occurring in the way that the material is presented. It is one thing to write a good scientific paper, however it is quite another thing to get it published. This requires some additional nous. In writing this book Don Harris draws upon nearly a quarter of a century of experience as an author and reviewer of research papers, and ultimately as a journal editor. By his own admission, it contains all the things he wished that his mentors had told him 25 years ago, but didn't. The material in the book is drawn from many years of finding all these things out for himself, usually by trial and error (but mostly error!). The text adopts a much lighter touch than is normally found in books of this type - after all, who really wants to read a book about writing research papers? The author describes his own unique approach to writing journal papers (which, in his own words, has proved to be extremely successful). All major points are illustrated with examples from his own, published works. The book is written in the form of a manual for constructing a journal manuscript: read a chapter, write a section. However, the material it contains goes beyond just this and also describes how to select a target journal, the manuscript submission process, what referees are looking for in a good journal paper, and how to deal with the referees' comments. Each chapter concludes with a checklist to ensure all the key elements have been addressed.

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CRC Press

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1351870823

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9781351870825

Binding Words

Textual Amulets in the Middle Ages

By: Don C. Skemer

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Binding Words

Textual Amulets in the Middle Ages

By: Don C. Skemer

In the Middle Ages, textual amulets--short texts written on parchment or paper and worn on the body--were thought to protect the bearer against enemies, to heal afflictions caused by demonic invasions, and to bring the wearer good fortune. In Binding Words, Don C. Skemer provides the first book-length study of this once-common means of harnessing the magical power of words. Textual amulets were a unique source of empowerment, promising the believer safe passage through a precarious world by means of an ever-changing mix of scriptural quotations, divine names, common prayers, and liturgical formulas. Although theologians and canon lawyers frequently derided textual amulets as ignorant superstition, many literate clergy played a central role in producing and disseminating them. The texts were, in turn, embraced by a broad cross-section of Western Europe. Saints and parish priests, physicians and village healers, landowners and peasants alike believed in their efficacy. Skemer offers careful analysis of several dozen surviving textual amulets along with other contemporary medieval source materials. In the process, Binding Words enriches our understanding of popular religion and magic in everyday medieval life.

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Penn State Press

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0271046961

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9780271046969

Everyday Hopes, Utopian Dreams

Reflections on American Ideals

By: Don Hanlon Johnson

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Everyday Hopes, Utopian Dreams

Reflections on American Ideals

By: Don Hanlon Johnson

Finding his idealism challenged by the reactionary forces that have proliferated in the post-9/11 world, Don Hanlon Johnson felt a need to recover more sober visions of hope amid the many reasons for despair and cynicism. "Everyday Hopes, Utopian Dreams" is a bracing backward turn toward the diverse and often conflicting visions passed down to Johnson by his immigrant ancestors who settled in the Sacramento Valley in the nineteenth century. Through stories about neighborhood, local churches, hunting and fishing, driving, cooking, heavy construction, and schools, he examines what in our forebears' ideals continue to nurture us and what aspects of those ideals carry germs of personal and social harm. Johnson's descriptions offer a lens for recovering the deep soul of America-one that deserves attention as a model for progressives and anyone concerned the directions our country has taken in response to 9/11.

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North Atlantic Books

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1556435991

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9781556435997

35 Degrees 24 Minutes North - 91 Degrees West

A Town Called Hickory Ridge

By: Johnny H. Wilson,Isaac A. Bratcher,Don Evans,James O. Jeffers

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35 Degrees 24 Minutes North - 91 Degrees West

A Town Called Hickory Ridge

By: Johnny H. Wilson,Isaac A. Bratcher,Don Evans,James O. Jeffers

A history of the settlement and development of the townships of Brushy Lake and Hickory Ridge and of the emergence of the town of Hickory ridge, all located within the state of Arkansas. The time span covered begins with the discovery of America and comes forth to about the year 2000. It includes such events as DeSoto's trek through the area, transfer of ownership via the Louisiana Purchase, regional exploration and surveying, territorial politics and gaining the status of statehood. Following the time of the Civil War, the narrative focuses more on the development of Cross County, the two townships of Brushy Lake and Hickory Ridge and, finally, on the town of hickory Ridge. A history of some of the region's schools, churches, and cemeteries is included as well as several maps, some as early as 1819, a full record of Cross County post offices, Peace Court Records from the early part of the 20th century, and many random photographs.

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Trafford Publishing

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1412221862

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9781412221863

Historical Linguistics

Toward a Twenty-First Century Reintegration

By: Don Ringe,Joseph F. Eska

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Historical Linguistics

Toward a Twenty-First Century Reintegration

By: Don Ringe,Joseph F. Eska

Bringing the advances of theoretical linguistics to the study of language change in a systematic way, this innovative textbook demonstrates the mutual relevance of historical linguistics and contemporary linguistics. Numerous case studies throughout the book show both that theoretical linguistics can be used to solve problems where traditional approaches to historical linguistics have failed to produce satisfying results, and that the results of historical research can have an impact on theory. The book first explains the nature of human language and the sources of language change in broad terms. It then focuses on different types of language change from contemporary viewpoints, before exploring comparative reconstruction - the most spectacular success of traditional historical linguistics - and the problems inherent in trying to devise new methods for linguistic comparison. Positioned at the cutting edge of the field, the book argues that this approach can and should lead to the re-integration of historical linguistics as one of the core areas in the study of language.

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Cambridge University Press

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1139618997

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9781139618991

Pennsylvania Land Wars with Connecticut and Virginia

By: Don Corbly

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Pennsylvania Land Wars with Connecticut and Virginia

By: Don Corbly

This is a book about the land wars Pennsylvania found itself embroiled in during the latter half of the 18th Century. The wars stemmed from the ambiguous Charters that established the the Colonies of Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Virginia. Charles II created the conflict between Pennsylvania and Connecticut by the overlapping of the boundaries of the land he granted to each colony. Similarly, the land granted to Pennsylvania was contested by Virginia. But Virginia could have contested nearly any Colony's land grant. Virginia's grant from James I included most of present-day United States, northern Mexico, and most of western Canada. These armed conflicts were settled only by the first Congress established by the newly formed United States Constitution in 1787, when it ruled in Pennsylvania's favor.This book is purchased at the lowest cost through Lulu.com.

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1304092666

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World War II Sea War, Vol 9: Wolfpacks Muzzled

By: Gordon Smith,Don Kindell,Donald A. Bertke

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World War II Sea War, Vol 9: Wolfpacks Muzzled

By: Gordon Smith,Don Kindell,Donald A. Bertke

This volume covers day-to-day naval actions during March-June 1943. The Allies attacked German U-boats day and night, forcing their withdrawal from the vital North Atlantic convoy routes, clearing the way for the eventual invasion of Europe from Britain. In the Bismarck Sea, Allied aircraft destroyed an entire Japanese troop convoy bound for New Guinea. In the Komandorski Islands, the U.S. Navy engaged a superior Japanese force and out fought them. After this loss, the Japanese commander was fired in disgrace. The Allies isolated the German and Italian troops fighting in Tunisia with an air and sea blockade. Without support from Italy, Tunisia fell. U.S. aircraft ambushed Japanese Admiral Yamamoto while he was en route to an inspection visit in the Solomon Islands. The U.S. 7th Infantry Division liberated Attu Island in the Aleutian Islands.

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1937470164

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9781937470166

Wyoming

By: Don Pitcher

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Wyoming

By: Don Pitcher

Each guide contains not only detailed information on the best transportation, accommodation, restaurant, and sightseeing options but also custom maps and fascinating sidebars--all the tools travelers need to make their own choices and create a travel strategy that is theirs alone.

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Moon Travel

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1566919533

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9781566919531

Occupational Biomechanics

By: Don B. Chaffin,Gunnar B. J. Andersson,Bernard J. Martin

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Occupational Biomechanics

By: Don B. Chaffin,Gunnar B. J. Andersson,Bernard J. Martin

Praise for previous editions of Occupational Biomechanics "This book is a valuable resource for any advanced ergonomist interested in physical ergonomics . . . provides valuable research information." -Ergonomics in Design "[This book] represents a distillation of the authors' combined years of experience in applying biomechanicsin various industries and work situations . . . I recommend this book to anyone, regardless of discipline, who is interested in understanding the many biomechanical factors which must be considered when trying to effectthe prevention and reduction of musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace." -Journal of Biomechanics "Impressive descriptions of biomechanical concepts and worksite considerations . . . based not only on mechanical and mathematical principles, but on solid anatomical and physiologic constructs . . . a very valuablereference source." -Research Communications in Chemical Pathology and Pharmacology THE DEFINITIVE TEXT ON DESIGNING FOR THE DEMANDS OF TODAY'S WORKPLACE With critical applications in manufacturing, transportation, defense, security, environmental safety and occupational health, and other industries, the field of occupational biomechanics is more central to industrial design than ever before. This latest edition of the popular and widely adopted Occupational Biomechanics provides the foundations and tools to assemble and evaluate biomechanical processes as they apply to today's changing industries, with emphasis on improving overall work efficiency and preventing work-related injuries. The book expertly weaves engineering and medical information from diverse sources and provides a coherent treatment of the biomechanical principles underlying the well-designed and ergonomically sound workplace. NEW TO THIS THOROUGHLY REVISED AND UPDATED FOURTH EDITION: * 150 new references and many new illustrations * Major changes within each chapter that reflect recent and significant findings * Recent research in musculoskeletal disorders * New measurement techniques for biomechanical parameters and numerous international initiatives on the subject Presented in an easy-to-understand manner and supported by over 200 illustrations and numerous examples, Occupational Biomechanics, Fourth Edition remains the premier one-stop reference for students and professionals in the areas of industrial engineering, product and process design, medicine, and occupational health and safety.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0471723436

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9780471723431

The Best of the Wine Country

By: Betty Woo Martin,Don W. Martin,Sam Sebastiani

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The Best of the Wine Country

By: Betty Woo Martin,Don W. Martin,Sam Sebastiani

This new and revised edition is a comprehensive guide to all of California's major wine-producing areas, covering Mendocino and Napa-Sonoma to Monterey and Santa Cruz, to the south central coast and Temecula in southern California. Includes a brief background on each region, plus descriptions of tasting rooms, with their hours, locations, and information on tours, gift shops, and picnic areas.

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0942053435

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9780942053432

The Scouting Notebook 1999

By: John Dewan,Don Zminda

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The Scouting Notebook 1999

By: John Dewan,Don Zminda

The newest edition of "The Scouting Notebook" contains charts where players hit the ball, information of how often and when pitchers throw strikes, strengths and weaknesses of each hitter, every pitcher's repertoire, plus more.

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STATS Publishing

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1884064590

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9781884064593

Two Guys, Four Corners

Great Photographs, Great Times, and a Million Laughs

By: Don Imus,Fred Imus

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Two Guys, Four Corners

Great Photographs, Great Times, and a Million Laughs

By: Don Imus,Fred Imus

A gorgeous and surprising Father's Day gift book, this collection of photos and sassy commentary by radio star Don Imus and his brother, entrepreneur Fred Imus, offers a powerful and memorable work for lovers of the American West and for fans of Don's broadcasts. 70 photos, many in color.

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Villard Books

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0679453075

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Oscar

Oscar

The Supermodel and the Brillo Box

The Supermodel and the Brillo Box

These Boys and Their Fathers

These Boys and Their Fathers

My Land!

My Land!

Writing Human Factors Research Papers

Writing Human Factors Research Papers

Binding Words

Binding Words

Everyday Hopes, Utopian Dreams

Everyday Hopes, Utopian Dreams

35 Degrees 24 Minutes North - 91 Degrees West

35 Degrees 24 Minutes North - 91 Degrees West

Historical Linguistics

Historical Linguistics

Pennsylvania Land Wars with Connecticut and Virginia

Pennsylvania Land Wars with Connecticut and Virginia

World War II Sea War, Vol 9: Wolfpacks Muzzled

World War II Sea War, Vol 9: Wolfpacks Muzzled

Wyoming

Wyoming

Occupational Biomechanics

Occupational Biomechanics

The Best of the Wine Country

The Best of the Wine Country

The Scouting Notebook 1999

The Scouting Notebook 1999

Two Guys, Four Corners

Two Guys, Four Corners

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