Dave Arnold

The next action-packed installment in the Christian kids' series that uncovers the backstory of one of the most beloved characters in Odyssey--Mr. Whittaker.Perfect for the whole family, Young Whit and the Shell Game takes readers on an exciting journey with Whit as he embarks on a train trip to Texas with his friend Emmy. The pair visits his relatives on a ranch and attends the Texas Centennial Fair, a grand event filled with movie stars, dignitaries, and thrilling attractions. While there, they experience the excitement of a cattle roundup, a Gene Autry movie, and the glamour of the fair--but the festive atmosphere takes a dark turn.Amid the backdrop of the Dust Bowl and Great Depression, the desperate times lead to the kidnapping of Shirley Temple Whit's fun trip suddenly transforms into a daring rescue mission of the young celebrity. Though he feels emotionally unprepared, Whit must rise to the occasion, relying on his courage and quick thinking to help save the day.Book #6 in the Young Whit series.Blends historical context with clean adventure to engage young readers.Offers children a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of Whit's formative years.Best for readers ages 10 and up.All the books in the Young Whit series teach biblical and moral lessons amidst the mystery and suspense.

Something sinister happened decades ago to disgrace the Whittaker name. Can Young Whit discover the truth?This Adventures in Odyssey prequel book series explores the history of the much-loved character John Avery Whittaker. Filled with exciting action, biblical lessons, and family-friendly humor, this middle-grade series introduces readers to the childhood adventures of Mr. Whittaker. For fans of Adventures in Odyssey, the novels provide the history of the franchise's most important character. Books 1-5 are included in this set: Young Whit and the Traitor's TreasureYoung Whit and the Shroud of SecrecyYoung Whit and the Thieves of BarrymoreYoung Whit and the Phantasmic ConfabulatorYoung Whit and the Cloth of ContentionFollow young Johnny Whittaker as he pursues hidden treasure, the mystery of an ancient cloth, and the invention of what will become the Imagination Station. Discover the fun, faith-filled stories beloved by countless Christian parents and kids.

The Young Whit series is the perfect gift for Adventures in Odyssey fans. It also welcomes new readers into the Odyssey universe as it introduces them to the history of the much-loved character John Avery Whittaker. Readers will be on the edge of their seats as they dive in to the origin story of Whit and his many exciting mysteries and adventures.In Young Whit and the Cloth of Contention, the fifth book in the series, Young Johnny Whittaker's friend Huck is still in jail. The Confederate gold stolen from the bank is still missing. And Professor Mangle is still determined to get his hands on Johnny's special cloth, which seems to have the power to heal. What will Johnny and his father do?

In this sea breeze–fresh collection, master mixologist Garret Richard and award-winning cocktail writer Ben Schaffer provide detailed instruction on an incredible array of must-know drink techniques, including how to adjust acid and sugar, flash blend, handle carbonation, tackle tinctures and turn anything into a balanced syrup. Offering more than 100 recipes, they reimagine vintage cocktails and build the classics of the future, from the Beachcomber Negroni and Royal Hawaiian Mai Tai to the Winter in LA and Yacht Rock. These drinks honour founding legends such as Donn Beach, “Trader Vic” Bergeron, and Harry Yee as well as modern icons, including Dale DeGroff, Audrey Saunders, Julie Reiner and Dave Arnold. The book includes a short history of tropical drinks as well as a comprehensive overview of necessary tools, so both home bartenders and professionals can shake their creativity to new heights. This innovative compendium sets a new tropical standard.

Given the essential role that primary producers play in aquatic ecosystems, it is imperative that the potential risk of pesticides to the structure and functioning of aquatic plants is adequately assessed. An integration of regulatory and research information from key specialists in the area of environmental regulation, Aquatic Macrophyte Risk Assessment for Pesticides provides a state-of-the-art guide to ecotoxicological risk assessment. Written by well-known experts in the field of aquatic risk assessment, this book is a practical reference for the assessment of the risk of pesticides with herbicidal activity to aquatic macrophytes.The book supplies a concise, coherent, and science-based view from influential regulators, academics, and industry scientists. They address the selection of additional species, critical regulatory endpoints, and assessing the risk of plant protection products to aquatic macrophytes. They also present a clear description of key issues in macrophyte risk assessment, information on macrophyte test methods, suitable measurement endpoints, and data evaluation and interpretation. Filled with recommendations distilled from existing regulatory experiences of aquatic macrophyte risk assessment, the book includes case studies to identify issues, data gaps, and inadequacies in study design. It also identifies improvements to risk assessment that could be implemented immediately and those for which further research is needed. An authoritative resource, the book points the way to an improved approach to aquatic macrophyte risk assessment.

The backstory of John Avery Whittaker, the beloved patriarch of the Adventures in Odyssey audio dramas, continues with more intriguing mysteries and exciting action. Book 2 concerns a coffin previously hidden under the floor in an old, supposedly haunted mansion and the meaning behind an old journal bequeathed to Johnny by his grandfather.

Dave Arnold’s philosophy is simple: if you think like a scientist, you can make better drinks. Liquid Intelligence takes readers behind the bar and into the lab, where Arnold tinkers with temperature, carbonation, sugar concentration and acidity in search of new ways to enhance classic cocktails, from bubble formation to the ideal sugar compound for a daiquiri. With innovative techniques—clarifying cloudy liquids using gelatins, chilling drinks with liquid nitrogen—and practical tips for making infused liquors and homemade bitters, Liquid Intelligence is for anyone eager to learn the hows and whys of a beautifully made drink.

All nine Father Gilbert Mysteries together on 10 CDs, providing over 10 hours of audio entertainment.

Given the essential role that primary producers play in aquatic ecosystems, it is imperative that the potential risk of pesticides to the structure and functioning of aquatic plants is adequately assessed. An integration of regulatory and research information from key specialists in the area of environmental regulation, Aquatic Macrophyte Risk Assessment for Pesticides provides a state-of-the-art guide to ecotoxicological risk assessment. Written by well-known experts in the field of aquatic risk assessment, this book is a practical reference for the assessment of the risk of pesticides with herbicidal activity to aquatic macrophytes.The book supplies a concise, coherent, and science-based view from influential regulators, academics, and industry scientists. They address the selection of additional species, critical regulatory endpoints, and assessing the risk of plant protection products to aquatic macrophytes. They also present a clear description of key issues in macrophyte risk assessment, information on macrophyte test methods, suitable measurement endpoints, and data evaluation and interpretation. Filled with recommendations distilled from existing regulatory experiences of aquatic macrophyte risk assessment, the book includes case studies to identify issues, data gaps, and inadequacies in study design. It also identifies improvements to risk assessment that could be implemented immediately and those for which further research is needed. An authoritative resource, the book points the way to an improved approach to aquatic macrophyte risk assessment.