Goom is sick of taking orders, being shoved around, and working for an insanely evil necromancer who spreads fear and chaos with his legion of mindless zombies, and he decides to take action.
Funny, irreverent and immensely readable, this romping comic novel for 8-13 yr olds follows the further misadventures of Sir Glame, and his horse, Bill. A sequel to the very popular Plotless, Pointless, Pathetic.;
Sir Glame (the G is silent), brimming with goodness and nobility, and his horse Bill, brimming with sarcasm and wit, repeatedly rescue their kingdom of Sausagopolis from peril.
The latest wireless security solutions Protect your wireless systems from crippling attacks using the detailed security information in this comprehensive volume. Thoroughly updated to cover today's established and emerging wireless technologies, Hacking Exposed Wireless, second edition reveals how attackers use readily available and custom tools to target, infiltrate, and hijack vulnerable systems. This book discusses the latest developments in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ZigBee, and DECT hacking, and explains how to perform penetration tests, reinforce WPA protection schemes, mitigate packet injection risk, and lock down Bluetooth and RF devices. Cutting-edge techniques for exploiting Wi-Fi clients, WPA2, cordless phones, Bluetooth pairing, and ZigBee encryption are also covered in this fully revised guide. Build and configure your Wi-Fi attack arsenal with the best hardware and software tools Explore common weaknesses in WPA2 networks through the eyes of an attacker Leverage post-compromise remote client attacks on Windows 7 and Mac OS X Master attack tools to exploit wireless systems, including Aircrack-ng, coWPAtty, Pyrit, IPPON, FreeRADIUS-WPE, and the all new KillerBee Evaluate your threat to software update impersonation attacks on public networks Assess your threat to eavesdropping attacks on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ZigBee, and DECT networks using commercial and custom tools Develop advanced skills leveraging Software Defined Radio and other flexible frameworks Apply comprehensive defenses to protect your wireless devices and infrastructure
Black celebrities in America have always walked a precarious line between their perceived status as spokespersons for their race and their own individual success--and between being "not black enough" for the black community or "too black" to appeal to a broader audience. Few know this tightrope walk better than Kanye West, who transformed hip-hop, pop and gospel music, redefined fashion, married the world's biggest reality TV star and ran for president, all while becoming one of only a handful of black billionaires worldwide. Despite these accomplishments, his polarizing behavior, controversial alliances and bouts with mental illness have made him a caricature in the media and a disappointment among much of his fanbase. This book examines West's story and what it reveals about black celebrity and identity and the American dream.
FOX's musical drama Empire has been hailed as the savior of broadcast television, drawing 15 million viewers a week. A "hip-hopera" inspired by Shakespeare's King Lear and 1980s prime-time soap Dynasty, the series is at the forefront of a black popular culture Renaissance--yet has stirred controversy in the black community. Is Empire shifting paradigms or promoting pernicious stereotypes? Examining the evolution and potency of black images in popular culture, the author explores Empire's place in a diverse body of literature and media, data and discussions on respectability.
Soon after the first buildings were completed, a fire department was established in Forsyth County in 1772. The Town of Salem purchased the first fire pump in the state in 1785 after a tavern burned down the year before. Old Salem's Market and Fire House is the oldest enginehouse in North Carolina, built in 1803. Growth in both population and industry led to the joining of Salem and Winston. When the two cities joined in 1913, they formed a united volunteer department. Even with the newly formed Winston-Salem department, there was still a necessity for rural fire protection as some farms, churches, and schools were beyond the reach of the city department. It was not until 1949 that the first rural volunteer department was founded in Sedge Garden. Innovation in fire apparatus and equipment, such as the development of the fog nozzle still in use today, contributed to the success of rural firefighting. The fire service in Forsyth County has consistently been on the forefront of technology, diversity, and revolution.
Because everyone drowns in oxygen sometimes...If your life passed before your eyes when you died, would you change anything? Providence Westinghouse decided to change something — he said “hello” to a girl on a bus — and it changed everything. This simple, seemingly innocuous exchange of pleasantries unraveled an avalanche of consequences that would affect friends and strangers alike.In this work of twilight-zone fiction, the fate of dozens of bystanders hangs in the balance, to be decided by a few people who have the ability to posthumously change their past. The book revolves around a calamitous car accident on a major bridge in Seattle. Amidst the chaos of emergency, several characters relive their lives with an opportunity to change past events.DRO2WN is a new novel by first time author Joshua Wright. The book's character-driven stories paint with a descriptive brush, allowing the reader to share in the trials, pains, hopes and dreams of those struggling to find their way within a puzzling purgatory. Joshua's background in computer science and metaphysical philosophy gives him a distinct voice to explore the questions we often ponder but lack the courage to confront.Pronounced simply "drown", the book's title is a word play on the phrase "Downing In Oxygen", which is the title track of a sister project from Joshua's band: an independent rock album that is an interpretation of the book. Part philosophy, part surreal speculation, and with a dash of action, DRO2WN is a book not to be missed!
La evolución de las tecnologías de las comunicaciones y los peligros y amenazas a las que se enfrentan han crecido en número y sofisticación. Unido al rápido incremento de su implantación en la sociedad, hace que el riesgo al que se enfrentan este tipo de tecnologías inalámbricas se haya agravado. A pesar de todo, las ventajas y las comodidades que ofrecen en hogares, oficinas y empresas compensan esos ataques y vulnerabilidades a las que estamos expuestos. Con la colaboración de Joshua Wright, una de las mentes más respetadas en este campo, esta obra le muestra cómo utilizan los atacantes herramientas personalizadas para rastrear, secuestrar e infiltrarse en sistemas vulnerables. Se analizan los últimos avances y novedades hacking de la tecnología inalámbrica 802.11, Bluetooth, ZigBee y DECT, se describe cómo realizar pruebas de penetración, reforzar los esquemas de protección WPA, mitigar el riesgo de inyección de paquetes y cómo bloquear dispositivos Bluetooth y RF. También se trata con detalle técnicas avanzadas para explotar clientes WI-FI, WPA2, teléfonos inalámbricos, el emparejamiento de Bluetooth y el cifrado de ZigBee. Una completa visión sobre la seguridad inalámbrica, desde WI-FI hasta los nuevos protocolos emergentes, analizando el espectro de las amenazas inalámbricas a las que se enfrentan actualmente las organizaciones. Todo ello presentado por los autores de forma clara y útil para los profesionales de la seguridad de todos los niveles.
This book recounts two deaths, the murder of Mr. Wang Jin by 31 Red Guards in the Nanjing Foreign Language School, where the senior author was a young student at the time; and the earlier murder of Mrs. Bian Zhongyun of the Girls School affiliated with the Beijing Normal University in 1966. The book is a history of two small incidents in a massive social injustice and also an attempt to understand the Cultural Revolution (CR) within the framework of modern social movement theory. The book elaborates on the sources of violence in the CR, and the definition and periodization of the CR (that is, what was it, and when did it begin and end?).
Psst! It's true! This is the best book on ROMANS you'll ever read! Marius butchered his enemies, Crassus stole, Clodius lied and Julius Caesar didn't care about anyone other than Julius Caesar. It's true: the Romans were gangsters. This book is full of cheating, stabbing, vomiting and general bad behaviour. There are severed heads on spears, messy massacres and streets flowing with blood. Find out who wore a purple-striped toga, who was crooked, who was mean and who was just plain crazy. Brain your buddies with bizarre facts about the bad boys of BC
This book is your go-to guide to unlock the power of this amazing language. [Features]: learn the basics : expressions, variables, functions and more ; apply object-orientated programming and principles to structure reusable, dependable code ; master common data structures such as Strings, Arrays and Objects ; work with XML using the new E4X extensions ; take control of the powerful new event model to write interactive software ; discover new display types such as Shape and Sprite ; add sound, video, animation and effects ; debug, handle erros, and make you applications fault-tolerant ; read, write, and store data in binary format." - back cover.
Life is a journey in itself, filled with moments of excitement, heartache and growth, all directed towards a realization of God and His plans for each person. God's life lessons for our individualized journeys, however, are not always learned in easy manners. Many times, internal and external obstacles, manifesting as pride, entitlement and selfish pursuits, hinder growth and can get in the way of allowing the love of Christ to shine on those who do not know Him. This sentiment flows throughout The Caterpillar and his Maker, the latest poetry book from author Joshua Osime. The collection of poems is not just easygoing reminders of God's love and blessings, but chilling revelations of a lost world in need of Jesus and witnesses hindered by personal agendas. Several of the poems are self-reflective, encouraging believers to give their burdens to the Lord and be mindful of harmful habits. Others focus on the treatment of others, such as honoring fathers and mothers, domestic violence and being compassionate to less fortunate ones.Each poem eloquently lays the foundation of the situation or experience, while vividly describing God's intention with certain outcomes that come from His choices and those of a person. Frank in depiction, the poems speak directly to the hearts of readers and prompt them to disregard previous assumptions or mindsets to embrace one that values God's will and love for others. No matter where you are in your walk of faith, The Caterpillar and his Maker will influence you to see life more clearly through God's perspective and not be afraid to stand firm in the name of Jesus. By the grace of God, Joshua Osime is a Christian. He is also a minister of the gospel, an attorney and a poet. He speaks in as much as he speaks out. When he is not crafting legal documents, he spends time welding words to build and teach ideas and concepts. He lives in Houston, Texas with his lovely wife and precious children. He can be reached at joshuaosime5@gmail.com.
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The Third Book of Slack Wyrm! This is a collection from Slack Wyrm #201 to #280, the astronomically successful webcomic by Joshua Wright. First seen at joshuawright.net and on various social media sites, Slack Wyrm is the ongoing, rambling story of an unconcerned dragon in an uncaring world. Ferragus Slackwyrm is a lazy, sluggish, self-absorbed creature who lives in an exotic fantasy realm of dubious integrity. Along with Ferragus himself, in Book 3 you'll see how the dragon Pokemon tournament turns out, you'll read about the origins of the Great Magical Black Forest Cake, and be terrified at the sight of a relentless emu invasion. Plus there's the story of Kringlekrist, the Christmas dragon, and the timeless tale of of the Easter Wyrm. You'll also find all-new profiles and secret stats on newly featured characters. If you already have Slack Wyrm Books 1 and 2, you NEED Book 3 to complete your collection! If you don't have Slack Wyrm Book 1 or Book 2, get Book 3 anyway! It's the best one yet!
Here it is - the first glorious collection of Slack Wyrm! Within you'll find his first 100 comics printed all nice and big and lovely. Since his first appearance in 2016, Ferragus Slackwyrm has become somewhat popular with fans all over the world. Now finally here he is on the page. Read Slack Wyrm's initial foray into webcomics, where he was still just simple, shiftless dragon talking to beloved lair-mate, Sir Corpse. Push on into his expanding world as we meet Otho the cunning crow, the enigmatic Duchess Doris, and Paul the gelatinous cube. Also Lizardman is in there somewhere too. And as an exclusive bonus - profiles and power levels of all the characters featured. What is Otho Crow's special attack? What is Duchess Doris special modifier? Find out here! Yes, folks it's Slack Wyrm - the ongoing story of unconcerned dragon in an uncaring world by Australian artist, Josh Wright. Don't you want to read the first book of Slack Wyrm? Of course you do!
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