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Twenty tales of terror, dark fantasy, and macabre humor from authors in Canada and the United States spanning seven decades - 1860 thru 1929. Ten authors from What Scares the Boogeyman? return and are joined by ten new writers: Jason Cordova - Michael H. Hanson - Richard Groller - Rie Sheridan Rose Brian Bigelow - Larry Atchley, Jr. - Forrest Hedrick Shebat Legion - Shirley Meier - Ethan Nahte - Benjamin Bement Deborah Koren - John Manning - Austin Sirkin - W. B. Alexander Jack W. Finley - Wayne Borean - Robert M. Price and Charles Garofalo Bill Snider - Tom Barczak Tobias Fox rides into a dusty Texas town to investigate stories of terrible doings in Nightwalker. What he finds is not what he expected. Two men face off against an alien terror on the moon's surface in the Strange and Terrifying Mystery of Luna Colony - a tale of horror in a steampunk setting. It is the lunch hour on Fleet Street. Conversations and chance encounters take place amidst the delectable aromas of Mrs. Lovett's savory meat pies in Cab Ride.

Written by former Ricardo chief designer John Manning, Internal Combustion Engine Design is a unique resource, intended as a comprehensive reference for both experienced and aspiring engine designers who wish to develop their skills and make the best use of available sources of data and information in the design of world-class engines Running to more than 650 pages and with over 700 detailed illustrations, drawings, photographs and tables providing easy reference to technical guidelines, Internal Combustion Engine Design explains the progress of engine design at a level of detail significantly beyond what might be expected of an educational text book or engineering guide. It takes the reader through the stages required in the design evolution and optimization of engine components and systems. Many of the techniques and methods described are applicable to almost any mechanical design application. The book is divided into two parts: the opening chapters describe current processes and procedures of state-of-the-art design engineering in a generic manner that is of relevance to any complex mechanical product development. The book then goes on to set-out - in an unprecedented level of detail - component and system design engineering as applied to the development of world-class internal combustion engines.

This fascinating guide explores the world of advertising, from the use of slogans and catchphrases to the latest techniques in print, radio, and television. Featuring real-world examples and practical advice, this book is an essential resource for anyone involved in the field of marketing.

Discipline is the cornerstone of effective leadership, according to John Manning, president of MAP, which has enhanced the performance of numerous executives. He emphasizes focusing on the Vital Few—20 percent of activities that yield 80 percent of results—especially regarding people management. The Disciplined Leader presents fifty-two concise lessons aimed at improving individual, team, and organizational leadership. Each lesson includes actionable tactics and tips, making it a practical, flexible guide designed to inspire change and drive success in leadership practices.

The book explores the pervasive issue of insecurity in society, highlighting how individuals often mask their true selves or chase unrealistic expectations to cope. These strategies ultimately exacerbate feelings of inadequacy and harm both self-esteem and interpersonal relationships. Through this examination, the author aims to reveal the detrimental effects of such behaviors and promote a journey towards authenticity and self-acceptance.

The narrative immerses readers in a suspenseful atmosphere filled with unexpected twists and chilling encounters. As characters navigate through a world fraught with danger, each moment is laced with tension and fear, keeping readers on edge. The story explores themes of survival and the unknown, making for a gripping experience that challenges perceptions of safety and trust.

South Africa, together with Lesotho and Swaziland, has a diverse landscape and equally varied flora, which encompasses some 19,000 shrubs and herbs, a large proportion of which bear flowers of intricate and often stunning beauty. Field Guide to Wildflowers of South Africa describes more than 1,100 of these, highlighting the most conspicuous species and those most likely to be encountered across the country. A novel identification aid and easy-to-use keys guide users to the correct family and genus, while individual species descriptions, clear photographs, distribution maps and flowering seasons help pinpoint the plant. With this guide, wildflower enthusiasts at all levels will now be able to identify plants accurately in any part of South Africa.

South Africa has a rich flora of around 19 000 different wildflower species. For those who wish to know more about South Africa's wildflowers this very richness poses its own problems.