This science -fiction horror tale embraces all of the myths and legends of Stonehenge into a spine tinkling adventure that many will enjoy of the ancient relic of England. Stonehenge was more than a pile of historical rubble, its vast secrets watched over Salisbury Plains by underworld societies and is breached by a curious archeologist, which unleashes ancient predators of earth. A Texas Ranger gets a call of help from his brother being the archeologist. The Ranger finds his brother’s death suspicious and it embarks him to take a trip into the unseen world of Salisbury lands and witnesses the world attacked by unexpected demons that were trapped for centuries. The Texas Ranger goes into battle against Abaris, known as the Stoneman of ancient times who is out to enslave the inhabitants of earth with the aid of the Grim Reaper of 1349. Stonehenge becomes alive from its dark secrets of power, its harnessed energy is revealed when Abaris uses it to carry out his evil plans upon earth. The Druids become mystified by Abaris influence of being the Master Stoneman of Stonehenge and the threat of social breakdown rips through England. A practitioner of the spirits tries to lead the Ranger for answers of his new foe, with the help of a physicist trying to control the portal of Stonehenge and a warrior of the Knights of Templar accompanies the Ranger in the battle of demons. The combined forces with the Ranger try to subdue the Stoneman and place him in the Atlantis dungeon of demons where he came from.
Molecular Research in Aquaculture Molecular research and biotechnology have long been fields of study with applications useful to aquaculture and other animal sciences. Molecular Research in Aquaculture looks to provide an understanding of molecular research and its applications to the aquaculture industry in a format that allows individuals without prior experience in this area to learn about and understand this important field. Molecular Research in Aquaculture opens with an introductory chapter giving background information on the aquaculture industry and the development of the science and research methods to what is currently being used. From there it discusses how new, innovative techniques are now being converted and used for research in this field. Introductory chapters on basic molecular biological techniques, such as PCR, cloning, and hybridization, and their rationale provide the foundation for an in-depth look at molecular research and its specific applications. The remaining chapters review key areas of molecular research such as microarray analysis, quantitative PCR, and transgenics. Molecular Research in Aquaculture will be a valuable reference for professionals and researchers with an interest in the development of molecular technologies and their applications to the field of aquaculture. Coverage of basic molecular biological techniques and their rationale In-depth look at molecular research and their applications to aquaculture Valuable reference on the developments of this key area in aquaculture research
Draws on medical case histories, scientific findings, and personal research by the author to separate myth from fact and debunk a vast array of parental edicts.
The business of food and drink is for better and worse the business of our nation and our planet, and to most consumers how it works remains largely a mystery. This encyclopedia takes readers as consumers behind the scenes of the food and drink industries. The contributors come from a wide range of fields, and the scope of this encyclopedia is broad, covering from food companies and brands to the environment, health, science and technology, culture, finance, and more. The more than 150 essay entries also cover those issues that have been and continue to be of perennial importance. Historical context is emphasized and the focus is mainly on business in the United States. Most entries include Further Reading. The frontmatter includes an Alphabetical List of Entries and a Topical List of Entries to allow the reader to quickly find subjects of interest. Numerous cross-references in the entries and blind entries provide other search strategies. The person and subject index is another in-depth search tool. Sample entries: Advertising, Agribusiness, Altria, Animal Rights, Betty Crocker, Celebrity Chefs, Chain Restaurants, Commodities Exchange, Cooking Technology, Culinary Tourism, Eco-terrorism, Environmental Protection Agency, Ethnic Food Business, European Union, Flavors and Fragrances, Food Safety, Food Service Industry, Genetic Engineering, Internet, Labor and Labor Unions, Marketing to Children, McDonald's, Meat Packing, North American Free Trade Agreement, Nutrition Labeling, Organic Foods, Poultry Industry, Slow Food, SPAM, Television, Trader Joe's, Tupperware, TV Dinners, Whole Foods, Williams-Sonoma, Wine Business
From his vantage point in the historic hamlet of Upper Woodstock, Ken Homer cast a curious gaze on the natural world around him and the rich heritage of the area. His observations inspired captivating essays that he broadcast throughout the Maritimes on CBC Radio. In Walks With A Three-Legged Cat, a selection of Homer's essays from the 1970s and '80s are available in print for the first time. In these essays, Homer curates the treasures of our shared history and unearths our cultural values. He does so in friendly and imaginative language, reflecting his own humour, grace, and humility, while reaffirming the power of the written word. Illustrated by Michael McEwing and including a moving portrait of the author by his son, Stephen, Walks With A Three-Legged Cat demonstrates Homer's skill as an essayist and cements his vital legacy within the history of the St. John River Valley.
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