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RED SKY ALL NIGHTby Derek HeathThere's something up in the mountains...On the Welsh border, legends of a brutal creature haunt villagers and terrorise tourists. The fields are empty of livestock. Hikers are warned to stay out of the hills. But someone knows more than they're letting on about the beast...A brand-new cryptid horror from the author of Drop Bear.Rachel Wheatley is a writer looking for inspiration in the Welsh countryside. But what she will find in the hills is a terror more visceral and violent than she could have imagined...In this creature feature from Derek Heath, an iconic creature from cryptid lore comes to the UK in search of blood. And it is thirsty.More at derekheathhorror.com.
MARSH LIGHTSby Derek HeathEndure a spectrum of horror.Experience the colour of fear.In this collection, you'll find seven colour-coded tales of horror, from pearl white to blood red.At a tactical turning point during the First World War, the seeds of a strange invasion are planted. A house renovation goes awry when a dreadful artefact is unearthed in the attic, and a strange catch sends one fisherman spiralling into despair. Aunt Coral comes to visit, and a backwoods family makes an offering to their unusual Master. A screenwriter connects with nature, and a recovering alcoholic takes a job in the isolated marsh - his only task: to keep the lamp alight...Marsh Lights is the third short story collection from British horror author Derek Heath and features seven tales of the weird and paranormal.More at derekheathhorror.com
DROP BEAR by Derek HeathAustralia.For Claire Casey, a British medical doctor in need of a fresh start, the other side of the world doesn't seem quite far enough. But deep in the Tanami Desert, a great beast is waiting to drag her farther than she could ever have imagined...This is another world entirely.The Drop Bear is a cryptid of Australian legend, a gigantic koala-like creature as mythical as the Yowie or river-dwelling Bunyip. Banding together with a group of young survivors, each with secrets of their own, Claire will discover that many myths have their foundation in reality - and that the beast hunting them is not the only danger lurking in the outback...The first entry in the Outback Terror series from Derek Heath begins to unravel a web of conspiracy encompassing cryptid lore, savage wildlife, and monstrous human intervention.More at derekheathhorror.com.
ENDLESS LIVING ORGAN MASSACREby Derek HeathBelow ground, rivers of gore swell through the tunnels.Far above, the eerie wreckage of a long-dead ghost town lies dormant, waiting. Creatures stir in the mist, hungry and abandoned...A gunslinger parades the surface. A lost, terrified boy slops through the sewers beneath, looking desperately for a way up.But what connects the visceral hellscape of the tunnels with the sand-scraped nightmare of the gunslinger's home? What will Brian Cooper discover when he makes it topside - and can things ever be the same again when he finds out the truth?Endless Living Organ Massacre is an extreme horror novella from British author Derek Heath.Don't be fooled: this is a book about body parts that want to eat you. But more lurks in the carnage than you can imagine...More at derekheathhorror.com.
EMPIRE OF COLDDerek HeathSomething is terrorising the North Pole.Diana Clark and ex-soldier Oliver Cale are sent to a small research station to investigate the disappearance of a group of scientists. What they find stalking the arctic tundra is something neither of them could have expected.Something big.As they join a group of terrified survivors, Diana and Cale are forced to make a terrible choice: freeze to death, or make a stand and risk being torn apart?But the thing roaming the tundra isn't just big. It's hungry, and it's ancient, and it's coming for them...Empire of Cold is the fourth novella from British horror author Derek Heath. This frozen creature feature is his most chilling yet...More at derekheathhorror.com.
PARLIAMENT OF WITCHESby Derek HeathA powerful witch.Hiding out in a derelict vicarage in the village of Black Rope, April Leek is grieving the tragedy of her father and reluctantly honing her craft. In her freezer, a deadly secret lies dormant and waiting to thaw out. On the road, hurtling toward her...Jack Tilley, witch-hunter.Sent by the British Witch Finders' Agency to hunt down a vengeful witch, Tilley comes to Black Rope with only the mission on his mind. But something bigger is coming for them both - something far worse. And when the Parliament arrive, these two unlikely heroes may just have to work together to face it... or die trying.The latest book from Derek Heath, author of Endless Living Organ Massacre and Drop Bear.More at derekheathhorror.com.
DAY OF THE MUMMYby Derek HeathThey should have left it underground.A new artefact arrives at the English Historical Museum: an ancient sarcophagus, origins unknown, thought to be older than any previously discovered. The stone is cracked; the markings are faded.Inside, something moves...Dr Andrea Cain works with mysteries of the ancient world. Cursed relics, occult ruins, secretive and dangerous keys to points in history that would be better left locked up. When the sarcophagus opens, she will face a creature from the past that should've stayed buried - one that could be the death of her.Day of the Mummy is the debut novella from British horror author Derek Heath. This pulp-horror blast brings the ancient past crashing into the present and a grisly undead horror roaring to life.More at derekheathhorror.com.
NIGHT OF THE BUNNYby Derek HeathEaster Sunday is a day of resurrection, of hope.When young arsonist Joel is sent to a quiet farmhouse to work off his damages, he finds an unexpected peace and resolve in the chores, and a new friend in old farmhand Rudy. But there's something dark in the woods around the farm, and it's hungry...A day of monsters.As Easter approaches the beast makes itself known, a hulking abomination that looks a lot like... the Easter Bunny?But this creature is no fluffy mascot of joy and playfulness, and the egg-shaped gifts it leaves hidden around the farm are definitely not made of chocolate. Soon something becomes very clear: it's up to Joel to stop the monster before it causes even more chaos.Night of the Bunny is the second novella from British horror author Derek Heath. This holiday horror-fest explodes with gore and treat-shaped monstrosities as it ramps toward an unholy conclusion.More at derekheathhorror.com.
DARK NIGHTS: STORIESby Derek HeathOne moonlit night, a mother resorts to violent means to save her child. One Christmas morning, a young boy receives a dreadful - and otherworldly - gift.In these stories, ghosts and monsters abound. Dark forces swell in the shadows and cursed items have ghostly consequences. A drunkard kicks a cat, and lives to regret it; a young couple find solace in a wonderful musical instrument, only to unveil its ghastly secret. A researcher far from home discovers more than unusual wildlife in the mangroves of Southern America. All this, and more...Dark Nights is the first short story collection from British horror writer Derek Heath, author of Day of the Mummy and Night of the Bunny."Variety. Heart. Creativity. This anthology has it all Unique stories you'll be thinking about long after you've finished."Voices From The Mausoleum"Each story is well crafted with stories that scratch into your soul. Be warned "Jim Ody, author of BloodlineMore at derekheathhorror.com.
DEAD ENGINES: HORROR STORIES OF THE RAILWAYby Derek HeathTickets, please...In the old west, a spectre of death rides a locomotive bound for disaster. The Chicago L takes a casualty one rainy night - and leaves in its wake something far, far worse. The Norfolk countryside is wracked by a horrific crash, and a bloodthirsty passenger makes a mountainside journey even more perilous...Where to?Journey down thundering tracks, lurching from carriage to carriage as the monsters and beasts in this book fight for control of an engine veering rapidly out of control.In this collection of six railway horror stories from Derek Heath, author of Drop Bear and Day of the Mummy, inspiration is drawn from the classic horrors of the nineteenth century. What really lurks in the engine room? What's lying dormant in the sleeper carriage? And will any of our doomed passengers ever make it to their destination?More at derekheathhorror.com.
MOONDISCby Derek HeathLet the hunt begin.A party of wealthy hunters meet at the estate of Wayne Roman; the adventurer has procured for them a selection of exotic creatures, now roaming the expansive grounds.The game: hunt and kill anything you can.The prize: the thrill of a lifetime.The catch: they're hunting you too.In this tale of mad science and devastating horror, 'exotic' takes on a brand new meaning. Abominations stalk the grounds, deadly beasts with unfathomable origins - but are they the creations of a madman? Or something much, much worse?Moondisc is the third novella from British horror author Derek Heath. Warning: this book contains graphic scenes, violence, and unspeakable terror.Bonus: this new edition comes with an additional short story, Time and the Bear.More at derekheathhorror.com.
ENDLESS LIVING ORGAN MASSACREan extreme horror novella from Derek HeathBelow ground, rivers of gore swell through the tunnels.Far above, the eerie wreckage of a long-dead ghost town lies dormant, waiting. Creatures stir in the mist, hungry and abandoned...A gunslinger parades the surface. A lost, terrified boy slops through the sewers beneath, looking desperately for a way up.But what connects the visceral hellscape of the tunnels with the sand-scraped nightmare of the gunslinger's home? What will Brian Cooper discover when he makes it topside - and can things ever be the same again when he finds out the truth?Endless Living Organ Massacre is an extreme horror novella from British author Derek Heath. Don't be fooled: this is a book about body parts that want to eat you. But more lurks in the carnage than you can imagine...More at derekheathhorror.com.
Marshall and Worthing's The Construction of Houses
Derek Worthing; Nigel Dann; Roger Heath; Duncan Marshall
Routledge
2021
sidottu
The sixth edition of The Construction of Houses builds on the success of the previous five editions. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and processes of the construction of houses and their services. As such it is aimed at providing a broad understanding of domestic building construction for students as part of their academic studies and as a useful information source for practitioners. The existing chapters have all been updated and most of them expanded to take account of changes to dwelling house construction since the last edition and there are new chapters on ‘Modern Methods of Construction’ and ‘Regulatory controls and building standards’. Additionally, many new and/or updated photographs and diagrams have been added.As with the previous editions, the authors have concentrated on presenting current mainstream approaches to the construction of houses. The detailed, yet accessible, text that is supported by hundreds of coloured photographs and diagrams provides clear explanations of the many complex processes that go into the building of a house. A deeper insight into modern construction is also given by the book’s consideration of historical building techniques from the 18th century onwards in order to illustrate how and why we build houses in the way we do now.
Marshall and Worthing's The Construction of Houses
Derek Worthing; Nigel Dann; Roger Heath; Duncan Marshall
Routledge
2021
nidottu
The sixth edition of The Construction of Houses builds on the success of the previous five editions. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and processes of the construction of houses and their services. As such it is aimed at providing a broad understanding of domestic building construction for students as part of their academic studies and as a useful information source for practitioners. The existing chapters have all been updated and most of them expanded to take account of changes to dwelling house construction since the last edition and there are new chapters on ‘Modern Methods of Construction’ and ‘Regulatory controls and building standards’. Additionally, many new and/or updated photographs and diagrams have been added.As with the previous editions, the authors have concentrated on presenting current mainstream approaches to the construction of houses. The detailed, yet accessible, text that is supported by hundreds of coloured photographs and diagrams provides clear explanations of the many complex processes that go into the building of a house. A deeper insight into modern construction is also given by the book’s consideration of historical building techniques from the 18th century onwards in order to illustrate how and why we build houses in the way we do now.
Disrupting the Chinese Military in Competition and Low-Intensity Conflict
Timothy R Heath; Eric Robinson; Christian Curriden; Derek Grossman; Sale Lilly; Daniel Egel; Gabrielle Tarini
RAND Corporation
2024
pokkari
Expanding on prior research, the authors identify the tasks that the People's Liberation Army (PLA) would likely be assigned by Chinese leaders to achieve strategic goals both in peacetime competition with the United States and in a hypothetical low-intensity conflict. They then analyze potential vulnerabilities in the PLA's execution of those tasks and how the United States could leverage those vulnerabilities to disrupt China's strategic goals.
Understanding Housing Defects
Duncan Marshall; Derek Worthing; Roger Heath; Nigel Dann
Estates Gazette Ltd
2013
nidottu
Understanding Housing Defects provides a concise, coherent and comprehensive introduction to the causes, investigation and diagnosis of defects in domestic buildings.For this new edition, many of the chapters have been substantially updated and new photographs have been added. There are four new chapters covering: How defects are defined An overview of building and architectural history External joinery and painted finishes Environmental and health- related building problemsMany of the 21 chapters cover a specific building element and include a brief introduction setting out construction principles and the evolution of current practice. All of the chapters consider the identification, cause and diagnosis of common (and sometimes not so common) defects. This book is a must have for all those students and practitioners who require a broad understanding of housing defects. Building surveyors, general practice surveyors, architects, estate agents, housing officers and anyone involved in the management and maintenance of property as well as its construction will benefit hugely from this highly informative full-colour text. Written by the authors of The Construction of Houses, the book is also the natural companion to this bestselling textbook.
Understanding Housing Defects
Duncan Marshall; Derek Worthing; Roger Heath; Nigel Dann
Estates Gazette
2013
sidottu
Understanding Housing Defects provides a concise, coherent and comprehensive introduction to the causes, investigation and diagnosis of defects in domestic buildings.For this new edition, many of the chapters have been substantially updated and new photographs have been added. There are four new chapters covering: How defects are defined An overview of building and architectural history External joinery and painted finishes Environmental and health- related building problemsMany of the 21 chapters cover a specific building element and include a brief introduction setting out construction principles and the evolution of current practice. All of the chapters consider the identification, cause and diagnosis of common (and sometimes not so common) defects. This book is a must have for all those students and practitioners who require a broad understanding of housing defects. Building surveyors, general practice surveyors, architects, estate agents, housing officers and anyone involved in the management and maintenance of property as well as its construction will benefit hugely from this highly informative full-colour text. Written by the authors of The Construction of Houses, the book is also the natural companion to this bestselling textbook.
Construction of Houses / Understanding Housing Defects Bundle
Duncan Marshall; Derek Worthing; Nigel Dann; Roger Heath
Routledge
2013
muu
This bundle offers the ideal combination for any student surveyor or professional wanting an easy to use desk reference. Perfect for those on Construction, Real Estate, Architecture and Built Environment courses. The fifth edition of The Construction of Houses is aimed specifically at those students and practitioners who require a broad understanding of building construction as part of a wider sphere of professional activity. This new edition has a revised text and hundreds of improved graphics, new illustrations and photos printed in full colour for the first time. New chapters on sustainability, ventilation and steel frame builds have ensured that this new edition is fully up to date with today’s methods.Understanding Housing Defects provides a concise, coherent and comprehensive introduction to the causes, investigation and diagnosis of defects in domestic buildings. For this new edition, many of the chapters have been substantially updated and new photographs have been added. This book is a must have for all those students and practitioners who require a broad understanding of housing defects. Building surveyors, general practice surveyors, architects, estate agents, housing officers and anyone involved in the management and maintenance of property as well as its construction will benefit hugely from this highly informative full-colour text.
The People's Liberation Army's Search for Overseas Basing and Access
Cristina L Garafola; Timothy R Heath; Christian Curriden; Meagan L Smith; Derek Grossman; Nathan Chandler; Stephen Watts
RAND Corporation
2023
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The authors develop a framework of 17 indicators to assess valuable attributes of potential host nations from Beijing's perspective, focusing not only on the utility of host nations (desirability) but also on China's ability to secure access (feasibility). They recommend strategies for the U.S. government, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the U.S. Army to better understand China's overseas plans and to prioritize risks to U.S. forces.