E D F Chronicles E D F Resurgent

Author : Ian J. Smethurst
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780957470514

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E.D.F Chronicles : E.D.F resurgent by Ian J. Smethurst Pdf

Six months have passed since the onset of the Krenaran war, the E.D.F and their Solarian allies have managed to push back their brutal Krenaran assailants, although at a terrible cost. Once proud colonies, stations and facilities now lie in ruins due to the ferocity of the fighting, millions of lives have been lost. Michael Alexander; now a captain and in full command of the Liberty, has been left a haunted man by the loss of his wife and son, he must now put the past behind him as he embarks on the greatest most devastating battle of the war so far. The destruction of the Krenaran forces besieging Echo base, the primary facility of the E.D.F engineering services and strategically vital to the war effort. If this base falls, the entire war could be shifted back to the Krenaran's favour, the E.D.F, even humanity itself could be lost forever. If successful the war could be ended right there in this high stakes all or nothing battle, with the future of humanity hanging in the balance.

Author : Ian J. Smethurst
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-11-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780957470507

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E.D.F Chronicles : The Krenaran massacre by Ian J. Smethurst Pdf

It is 2071, and humanity is in its infancy on the great galactic stage. Busily colonising planets and systems, feeling perfectly safe and secure in their own little corner of the galaxy, and completely oblivious to the myriad of other alien cultures that exist. That is; until several civilian mining vessels start to disappear, which leads Michael Alexander and Nikolai Vargev into a threat which could wipe out all of humanity, and a dilemma for Michael? He must choose between the devotion he holds for his family, and his devotion to his duty? Follow Michael and Nikolai's adventure as they travel to far flung distant worlds and embark on a desperate battle for survival against all odds and a far superior enemy in this the first of the chronicles of the E.D.F and an epic conflict that spans the stars themselves.

Author : Ian J. Smethurst
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780957470521

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E.D.F Chronicles - Eye of the Dracos by Ian J. Smethurst Pdf

Five years have passed since the great Krenaran war, and humanity have began to rebuild from the devastation wrought upon them. A lone survey ship drops out of plasma drive on the fringes of the far flung Auriga system, searching for potential new colony worlds. As it ventures further in-system, the crew are excited to discover what appears to be an immense alien installation built upon the surface of one of the planets. An installation abandoned for some three hundred years. Abandoned, by whom? And why? The answers to this cosmic mystery will unleash a foe unlike any other, and for Michael Alexander, Nikolai Vargev, and Kathryn Jacobs, something from only their worst nightmares. Are you afraid of the dark'........you will be.

Author : Ian J. Smethurst
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780957470538

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E.D.F Chronicles - The Cyberian menace. by Ian J. Smethurst Pdf

Author : Ulises Farinas,Erick Freitas
Publisher : IDW Publishing
Page : 22 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : PKEY:JUL150417

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Godzilla In Hell #3 by Ulises Farinas,Erick Freitas Pdf

What brought Godzilla to Hell? A glimpse of Godzilla's greatest battle gives clues-- but what will happen when Godzilla faces a rematch with that same foe in the underworld?

Author : Steve Ryfle
Publisher : Wesleyan University Press
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-10
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780819577412

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Ishiro Honda by Steve Ryfle Pdf

“An appreciation of Japanese fantasy-film history through the eyes of a filmmaker whose name is obscure but populism remains influential.” —Chicago Tribune Ishiro Honda, arguably the most internationally successful Japanese director of his generation, made an unmatched succession of science fiction films that were commercial hits worldwide. From the atomic allegory of Godzilla and the beguiling charms of Mothra to the tragic mystery of Matango and the disaster and spectacle of Rodan, The Mysterians, King Kong vs. Godzilla, Honda’s films reflected postwar Japan’s anxieties and incorporated fantastical special effects, a formula that created an enduring pop culture phenomenon. Now, in the first full account of this overlooked director’s life and career, Steve Ryfle and Ed Godziszewski shed new light on Honda’s work and the experiences that shaped it—including his days as a reluctant Japanese soldier, witnessing the aftermath of Hiroshima, and his lifelong friendship with Akira Kurosawa. The book features close analysis of Honda’s films (including, for the first time, his rarely seen dramas, comedies, and war films) and draws on previously untapped documents and interviews to explore how creative, economic, and industrial factors impacted his career. Fans of Godzilla and tokusatsu (special effects) film, and of Japanese film in general, will welcome this in-depth study of a highly influential director who occupies a uniquely important position in science fiction and fantasy cinema, as well as world cinema. “Provides the reader with a lasting sense of the man—his temperament, values, philosophies, dreams, and disappointments?behind some of cinema’s most beloved characters.” —Film Comment

Author : Paul Allor
Publisher : IDW Publishing
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-06-30
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : PKEY:APR210636

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Godzilla Rivals: Vs. Hedorah by Paul Allor Pdf

It's the 1970s, and the world's most terrifying Kaiju smash their way through New York City! As Godzilla and Hedorah do battle above, down below Todd Hopkins is racing across Manhattan in a desperate bid to save the only scientist who can stop the chaos and drive the monsters back into the sea. But before the day is over, secrets will be revealed and terrible choices made to save the city from utter destruction! Writer Paul Allor (TMNT, G.I. Joe) and artist E.J. Su (Transformers, Godzilla: Legends) join forces to bring the premiere Godzilla Versus quarterly one-shot to life in explosively shocking fashion! And each stand-alone issue features special wrestling poster-themed retailer incentive variants by fan-favorite artist Jeffrey Veregge (Transformers, Judge Dredd).

Author : Frances Seymour,Jonah Busch
Publisher : Brookings Institution Press
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781933286860

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Why Forests? Why Now? by Frances Seymour,Jonah Busch Pdf

Tropical forests are an undervalued asset in meeting the greatest global challenges of our time—averting climate change and promoting development. Despite their importance, tropical forests and their ecosystems are being destroyed at a high and even increasing rate in most forest-rich countries. The good news is that the science, economics, and politics are aligned to support a major international effort over the next five years to reverse tropical deforestation. Why Forests? Why Now? synthesizes the latest evidence on the importance of tropical forests in a way that is accessible to anyone interested in climate change and development and to readers already familiar with the problem of deforestation. It makes the case to decisionmakers in rich countries that rewarding developing countries for protecting their forests is urgent, affordable, and achievable.

Author : John Lemay
Publisher : Bicep Books
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-12-12
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1734154624

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Kong Unmade: The Lost Films of Skull Island by John Lemay Pdf

Just like Godzilla, Gamera and their kaiju kin, King Kong was to be the star of many an unmade film. In this new book learn of a plethora of prequels, sequels, and even in-between-quels to the 1933 King Kong. From Merian C. Cooper himself came ideas for The New Adventures of King Kong (1933) to chronicle Kong and Denham's journey to New York; Tarzan vs. King Kong (1934), a Technicolor prequel set on Skull Island; and Space Kong (1969), a psychedelic sequel set in space! Learn the tragic history behind Willis O'Brien's King Kong vs. Frankenstein that lead to the making of King Kong vs. Godzilla (1962) plus Kong's original starring role in what became Godzilla vs. the Sea Monster (1966). Unmade remakes like The Legend of King Kong plus unmade sequels to Dino De Laurentiis's King Kong (1976) and King Kong Lives (1986) are also covered. In addition to these unmade films, readers can also explore the detailed histories behind these Kong imitators: Konga (1961), The Mighty Gorga (1969), Queen Kong (1976), A*P*E (1976), and Mighty Peking Man (1977).

Author : Aynsley J. Kellow
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781847208767

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Science and Public Policy by Aynsley J. Kellow Pdf

Argues that the virtual nature of much environmental science and the application of non-science principles such as the precautionary principle facilitate the virtuous corruption of environmental science. This book illustrates that the problem is widespread than this area alone would suggest and is common in the important field of climate science.

Author : Manfred Hafner,Simone Tagliapietra
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2020-06-09
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783030390662

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The Geopolitics of the Global Energy Transition by Manfred Hafner,Simone Tagliapietra Pdf

The world is currently undergoing an historic energy transition, driven by increasingly stringent decarbonisation policies and rapid advances in low-carbon technologies. The large-scale shift to low-carbon energy is disrupting the global energy system, impacting whole economies, and changing the political dynamics within and between countries. This open access book, written by leading energy scholars, examines the economic and geopolitical implications of the global energy transition, from both regional and thematic perspectives. The first part of the book addresses the geopolitical implications in the world’s main energy-producing and energy-consuming regions, while the second presents in-depth case studies on selected issues, ranging from the geopolitics of renewable energy, to the mineral foundations of the global energy transformation, to governance issues in connection with the changing global energy order. Given its scope, the book will appeal to researchers in energy, climate change and international relations, as well as to professionals working in the energy industry.

Author : Dominique Bodin,Gaelle Sempé
Publisher : Council of Europe
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9287170770

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Ethics and Sport in Europe by Dominique Bodin,Gaelle Sempé Pdf

Defending ethics in sport is vital in order to combat the problems of corruption, violence, drugs, extremism and other forms of discrimination it is currently facing. Sport reflects nothing more and nothing less than the societies in which it takes place. However, if sport is to continue to bring benefits for individuals and societies, it cannot afford to neglect its ethical values or ignore these scourges. The major role of the Council of Europe and the Enlarged Partial Agreement on Sport (EPAS) in addressing the new challenges to sports ethics was confirmed by the 11th Council of Europe Conference of Ministers responsible for Sport, held in Athens on 11 and 12 December 2008. A political impetus was given on 16 June 2010 by the Committee of Ministers, with the adoption of an updated version of the Code of Sports Ethics (Recommendation CM/Rec(2010)9), emphasising the requisite co-ordination between governments and sports organisations. The EPAS prepared the ministerial conference and stepped up its work in an international conference organised with the University of Rennes, which was attended by political leaders, athletes, researchers and officials from the voluntary sector. The key experiences described in the conference and the thoughts that it prompted are described in this publication. All the writers share the concern that the end result should be practical action - particularly in terms of the setting of standards - that falls within the remit of the EPAS and promotes the Council of Europe's core values.

Author : Thomas Princen,Michael Maniates,Ken Conca
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0262661284

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Confronting Consumption by Thomas Princen,Michael Maniates,Ken Conca Pdf

Essays that offer ecological, social, and political perspectives on the problem of overconsumption.

Author : Anthony Saunders,Linda Allen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 373 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780470622360

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Credit Risk Management In and Out of the Financial Crisis by Anthony Saunders,Linda Allen Pdf

A classic book on credit risk management is updated to reflect the current economic crisis Credit Risk Management In and Out of the Financial Crisis dissects the 2007-2008 credit crisis and provides solutions for professionals looking to better manage risk through modeling and new technology. This book is a complete update to Credit Risk Measurement: New Approaches to Value at Risk and Other Paradigms, reflecting events stemming from the recent credit crisis. Authors Anthony Saunders and Linda Allen address everything from the implications of new regulations to how the new rules will change everyday activity in the finance industry. They also provide techniques for modeling-credit scoring, structural, and reduced form models-while offering sound advice for stress testing credit risk models and when to accept or reject loans. Breaks down the latest credit risk measurement and modeling techniques and simplifies many of the technical and analytical details surrounding them Concentrates on the underlying economics to objectively evaluate new models Includes new chapters on how to prevent another crisis from occurring Understanding credit risk measurement is now more important than ever. Credit Risk Management In and Out of the Financial Crisis will solidify your knowledge of this dynamic discipline.

Author : Janusz Bugajski,Margarita Assenova
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0985504552

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Eurasian Disunion by Janusz Bugajski,Margarita Assenova Pdf

Eurasian Disunion: Russia's Vulnerable Flanks examines the impact of Moscow's neo-imperial project on the security of several regions bordering the Russian Federation, analyses the geopolitical aspects of Kremlin ambitions, and makes recommendations for the future role of NATO, the EU, and the United States in the Wider Europe. Russia's attack on Ukraine and the dismemberment of its territory is not an isolated operation. It constitutes one component of a broader strategic agenda to rebuild a Moscow-centered bloc designed to compete with the West. The acceleration of President Vladimir Putin's neo-imperial project has challenged the security of several regions that border the Russian Federation and focused attention on the geopolitical aspects of Kremlin ambitions. This book is intended to generate a more informed policy debate on the dangers stemming from the restoration of a Russian-centered "pole of power" or "sphere of influence" in Eurasia. It focuses on five vulnerable flanks bordering the Russian Federation--the Baltic and Nordic zones, East Central Europe, Southeast Europe, South Caucasus, and Central Asia. It examines several pivotal questions, including the strategic objectives of Moscow's expansionist ambitions; Kremlin tactics and capabilities; the impact of Russia's assertiveness on the national security of neighbors; the responses of vulnerable states to Russia's geopolitical ambitions; the impact of prolonged regional turmoil on the stability of the Russian Federation and the survival of the Putinist regime; and the repercussions of heightened regional tensions for U.S., NATO, and EU policy toward Russia and toward unstable regions bordering the Russian Federation.