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1000 tulosta hakusanalla Brian J Orr
A historical novel and prequel to "Wide Ears and Short Tongues are Best", the continuing story of the Cunninghame family of Coylton, Ayrshire and Corstorphine ( Edinburgh). With factual history of the turbulent times of the Reformation, and the Stuart Kings. Events of the 15th, 16th and early 17th century are used by way of illustrating the life and times of the people.
John Ballard and his constant companion Barnard Maude were spies seemingly living by the motto `Trust no One`. Ironically, they appear to have trusted one another and claimed to be soldiers surveying possible road routes. Under the tutelage of Ayrshire farmer, Mackenzie Cunninghame, they learnt to be cattle drovers and travelled Scotland establishing the strength and location of support for Mary, Queen of Scots. Ballard, a Jesuit Priest, Catholic missionary and advocate of restoring Mary to the throne of England also favoured a Spanish invasion and the assassination of Queen Elizabeth I. He was much involved in the Babington Plot and was executed for it. He trusted Barnard Maude who was in fact an English spy for Sir Francis Walsingham, who thus knew of Ballard`s intrigues, and those of Sir Anthony Babington, which enabled Walsingham to entrap Mary Queen of Scots for treason. Mackenzie Cunninghame, the enigmatic farmer from Coylton, unwittingly became a part of the English spy network.
A review of the Fastii Ecclesiae Scoticanae, the succession of ministers of the Church of Scotland, and the contribution they and their children made to Scotland, Britain and the British Empire 1560 - 1929.The outcome is a big what if they had not been around to pull the chestnuts out of the fire.
An historical novel about the fortunes of the Cunninghame family in Scotland. Set against the 17 century background of the trials and tribulations of the Presbyterian Kirk and the persecution, imprisonment and execution by the government of the day headed by Kings who ruled by Divine Right. Despite the ongoing wars the family progressed to become bonnet lairds and were at the tip of the Enlightenment of Scotland. Hard work and risk taking saw them become leading merchants with Holland, the Baltic and the American Colonies as well as the farmers that supplied a hungry Edinburgh.
John Knox is known as a Reformer, rather than of a man who feared God and Richard Cameron as the opponent of tyranny, more so than a man of prayer. James Guthrie and James Renwick were very public martyrs in their Declarations and on the gallows. In common, they were witnessing for Jesus Christ as Head of their Church. Their testimony was passive by way of confession and martyrdom, and sufferings and verbal contendings, and witnessing against the prevailing corruptions of the time. This illustrated book has appendices of relevant documents, and examples of devotions and witnessing sermons. Quotations are fully referenced, along with a bibliography and a full Name Index. It seeks to explain the "why" in the story of the Covenanters of Scotland in the 17th century.
The North Carolina Shore and Its Barrier Islands
Orrin H. Pilkey; William J. Neal; Stanley R. Riggs; Craig A. Webb; David M. Bush; Deborah F. Pilkey; Jane Bullock; Brian A. Cowan
Duke University Press
1998
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Devastation wrought by Hurricane Fran is a reminder of the fragility of the North Carolina coast. Arguing for a policy of intelligent development this text includes practical information on hazards of many kinds - storms, tides, floods, erosion, island migration and earthquakes.
The North Carolina Shore and Its Barrier Islands
Orrin H. Pilkey; William J. Neal; Stanley R. Riggs; Craig A. Webb; David M. Bush; Deborah F. Pilkey; Jane Bullock; Brian A. Cowan
Duke University Press
1998
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The North Carolina Shore and Its Barrier Islands is the latest volume in the series, Living with the Shore. Replacing an earlier volume, this thoroughly new book provides a diverse guide to one of America’s most popular shorelines. As is true for all books in the series, it is based on the premise that understanding the changing nature of beaches and barrier islands is essential if we are to preserve them for future generations.Evidence that the North Carolina shore is changing is never hard to find, but recently the devastation wrought by Hurricane Fran and the perilous situation of the historic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras have reminded all concerned of the fragility of this coast. Arguing for a policy of intelligent development, one in which residential and commercial structures meet rather than confront the changing nature of the shore, the authors have included practical information on hazards of many kinds-storms, tides, floods, erosion, island migration, and earthquakes. Diagrams and photographs clearly illustrate coastal processes and aid in understanding the impact of hurricanes and northeasters, wave and current dynamics, as well as pollution and other environmental destruction due to overdevelopment. A chapter on estuaries provides related information on the shores of back barrier areas that are growing in popularity for recreational residences. Risk maps focus on the natural hazards of each island and together with construction guidelines provide a basis for informed island management. Lastly, the dynamics of coastal politics and management are reviewed through an analysis of the controversies over the decision to move the Cape Hatteras lighthouse and a proposed effort to stabilize Oregon Inlet. From the natural and historic perspective of the opening chapters to the regional discussions of individual barrier islands, this book is both a primer on coastal processes for the first time visitor as well as a guide to hazard identification for property owners.
Bull Head: The Selected Writings of Brian J. Mueller 1991-2001
Brian J. Mueller
Digital Alphabet
2007
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Bull head is a medley of writings exploring a wide variety of subjects, emotions and life events. Taken as a whole it gives tremendous insight into the mind and heart of a young man coming of age in America during the 1990s. Readers will surely identify with many pieces and the myriad themes of humanity explored. The first sections contains works of prose ranging from the intensely romantic to the peculiarly fascinating.The second section includes works of poetry grouped into the time period in which they were written. The themes again vary widely, covering universal experiences such as love, death, depression and the monotony of everyday life. As time progresses the poems evolve in style and subject matter. Throughout the book the reader will notice and appreciate the influence of a great many writers. Nevertheless, the poetry is original and truly offers a unique perspective.
Oil and Water: The Paintings of Brian J. Haberlin
Image Comics
2026
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Known worldwide for his work in the comic book industry, Haberlin has turned his boundless creative energy toward watercolor and oil painting—melding narrative, atmosphere, and exquisite technique in each piece.
Oil and Water: The Paintings of Brian J. Haberlin
Image Comics
2026
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Brian J Smith was one of a large family, born into poverty and what would now be called, a slum dwelling.He did his part - passed the 11 plus, but poverty denied him a grammar school education. It seemed he was destined to be amongst the 'also- rans'. As if in confirmation, he left secondary school at 15 years of age without a solitary citation and spent a few years meandering between jobs.Then came the change - Brian returned to school, college to be precise. His achievements there earned him a position with a major High Street banks. He passed his professional examinations and was admitted into the Chartered Institute of Bankers. He went on to qualify to lecture at colleges and universities and to earn a BSc (Hons) in psychology.He is now a member of the British Psychological Society, registered as a debt psychologist.
Ever since Jurassic Park we thought we knew how dinosaurs lived their lives. In this remarkable new book, Brian J. Ford reveals that dinosaurs were, in fact, profoundly different from what we believe, and their environment was unlike anything we have previously thought. In this meticulous and absorbing account, Ford reviews the latest scientific evidence to show that the popular accounts of dinosaurs’ lives contain ideas that are no more than convenient inventions: how dinosaurs mated, how they hunted and communicated, how they nursed their young, even how they moved. He uncovers many surprising details which challenge our most deeply-held beliefs – such as the revelation that an asteroid impact did not end the dinosaurs’ existence. Professor Ford’s illuminating examination changes everything. As he unravels the history of the world, we discover that evolution was not Charles Darwin’s idea; there were many philosophers who published the theory before him. The concept of continental drift and plate tectonics did not begin with Alfred Wegener a century ago, but dates back to learned pioneers hundreds of years before his time. Ever since scientists first began to study dinosaurs, they have travelled with each other down the wrong path, and Ford now shows how this entire branch of science has to be rewritten. A new dinosaur species is announced every ten days, and more and more information is currently being discovered about how they may have lived: locomotion, hunting, nesting behaviour, distribution, extinction. Ford brings together these amazing discoveries in this controversial new book which undoubtedly will ruffle a few feathers, or scales if you are an old-school dinosaur lover.
Biomaterials: A Systems Approach to Engineering Concepts provides readers with a systems approach to biomaterials and materials engineering. By focusing on the mechanical needs of implants, disease states, and current clinical needs, readers are encouraged to design materials and systems targeted at specific conditions, and to identify the impact of their proposed solutions. This inventive text is a useful resource for researchers, students, and course providers of biomaterials and biomedical engineering.