Sacred Alarm Clock O Backup

Author : John T. Biggs
Publisher : Oghma Creative Media
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781633730700

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Sacred Alarm Clock O Backup by John T. Biggs Pdf

White man’s power runs through copper wires. When the wire is cut, their clocks all stop, Geronimo whispers to Wylie E. Chatto, a mentally challenged young Apache man. Soon, Chatto smells rosemary—the scent of complicated things, of trouble brewing on an electric stove. Electricity is the first to go. Then gasoline. Then law and order. The Sacred Alarm Clock doesn’t tick. It rides in on an influenza strain called New Flu. It starts with nausea but soon goes to the brain and puts the victim into a Spanish Inquisition frame of mind. Civilization‘s last hope lies in the hands of people who never quite fit into the old world. People like Chatto, who saw the whole thing coming in a vision; Mona and Chris, star-crossed lovers hiking across a ravaged countryside in search of civilization; Karma and Joseph, a pair of outcast teenagers who find themselves at odds with a city full of wild dogs and crazy people; and Mary, who forages for food and ammunition across a derelict urban landscape while avoiding gangs intent on her rape and murder.

Author : Rick Moody
Publisher : Back Bay Books
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012-03-21
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780316191883

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On Celestial Music by Rick Moody Pdf

Rick Moody has been writing about music as long as he has been writing, and this book provides an ample selection from that output. His anatomy of the word cool reminds us that, in the postwar 40s, it was infused with the feeling of jazz music but is now merely a synonym for neat. "On Celestial Music," which was included in Best American Essays, 2008, begins with a lament for the loss in recent music of the vulnerability expressed by Otis Redding's masterpiece, "Try a Little Tenderness;" moves on to Moody's infatuation with the ecstatic music of the Velvet Underground; and ends with an appreciation of Arvo Part and Purcell, close as they are to nature, "the music of the spheres." Contemporary groups covered include Magnetic Fields (their love songs), Wilco (the band's and Jeff Tweedy's evolution), Danielson Famile (an evangelical rock band), The Pogues (Shane McGowan's problems with addiction), The Lounge Lizards (John Lurie's brilliance), and Meredith Monk, who once recorded a song inspired by Rick Moody's story "Boys." Always both incisive and personable, these pieces inspire us to dive as deeply into the music that enhances our lives as Moody has done -- and introduces us to wonderful sounds we may not know.

Author : Brian Wright-McLeod
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2005-04
Category : Music
ISBN : 0816524483

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The Encyclopedia of Native Music by Brian Wright-McLeod Pdf

Discografie van een eeuw Noord-Amerikaanse indiaanse volksmuziek en van populaire muziek van musici met indiaans bloed of met indiaanse thema's.

Author : Nora Roberts
Publisher : Bantam
Page : 3907 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2013-07-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780345546098

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Eight Classic Nora Roberts Romantic Suspense Novels by Nora Roberts Pdf

Her novels of explosive suspense and forbidden romance “have fueled the dreams of twenty-five million readers,” raves Entertainment Weekly. Now, prepare to lose sleep with this addictive eBook bundle from #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts, a collection of eight heart-stopping thrillers that explore the dangerous side of desire: BRAZEN VIRTUE CARNAL INNOCENCE DIVINE EVIL GENUINE LIES HOT ICE PUBLIC SECRETS SACRED SINS SWEET REVENGE A Manhattan socialite living at jet-set speed crosses a desperate man on the run—and finds herself caught in a deadly game that leaves no survivors. . . . Troubling memories draw a renowned artist home to Maryland, where she must pay the price for digging up the secrets of the past. . . . Floating from one glamorous gala to the next, a young woman trapped in the limelight meets a man who seems to divine her every secret—just as she is poised to take a daring act of revenge. . . . And in an explosive tale of Hollywood, a legendary actress is ready to reveal her darkest secrets in a tell-all memoir that has even L.A.’s richest and most powerful worried. In the hands of Nora Roberts, no one is safe, nothing is as it seems—and one novel is never enough. Praise for Nora Roberts “A superstar . . . You can’t bottle wish-fulfillment, but Nora Roberts certainly knows how to put it on the page.”—The New York Times “A consistently entertaining writer.”—USA Today “[Roberts] can make romance seem fresh and hopeful every time.”—Time “Roberts is indeed a word artist, painting her stories and her characters with vitality and verve.”—Los Angeles Daily News “The undisputed queen of romance.”—New York Post “Roberts continues to find new and clever ways to flawlessly fuse thrilling suspense and sexy romance into captivating stories.”—Booklist

Author : Aris Whittier
Publisher : Aris Whittier
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Fishers
ISBN : 1587910004

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The Truth About Being A Bass Fisherman's Wife by Aris Whittier Pdf

Author : Niall Richard Murphy,Betsy Beyer,Chris Jones,Jennifer Petoff
Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-03-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781491951170

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Site Reliability Engineering by Niall Richard Murphy,Betsy Beyer,Chris Jones,Jennifer Petoff Pdf

The overwhelming majority of a software system’s lifespan is spent in use, not in design or implementation. So, why does conventional wisdom insist that software engineers focus primarily on the design and development of large-scale computing systems? In this collection of essays and articles, key members of Google’s Site Reliability Team explain how and why their commitment to the entire lifecycle has enabled the company to successfully build, deploy, monitor, and maintain some of the largest software systems in the world. You’ll learn the principles and practices that enable Google engineers to make systems more scalable, reliable, and efficient—lessons directly applicable to your organization. This book is divided into four sections: Introduction—Learn what site reliability engineering is and why it differs from conventional IT industry practices Principles—Examine the patterns, behaviors, and areas of concern that influence the work of a site reliability engineer (SRE) Practices—Understand the theory and practice of an SRE’s day-to-day work: building and operating large distributed computing systems Management—Explore Google's best practices for training, communication, and meetings that your organization can use

Author : Alison Green
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2018-05-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780399181825

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Ask a Manager by Alison Green Pdf

From the creator of the popular website Ask a Manager and New York’s work-advice columnist comes a witty, practical guide to 200 difficult professional conversations—featuring all-new advice! There’s a reason Alison Green has been called “the Dear Abby of the work world.” Ten years as a workplace-advice columnist have taught her that people avoid awkward conversations in the office because they simply don’t know what to say. Thankfully, Green does—and in this incredibly helpful book, she tackles the tough discussions you may need to have during your career. You’ll learn what to say when • coworkers push their work on you—then take credit for it • you accidentally trash-talk someone in an email then hit “reply all” • you’re being micromanaged—or not being managed at all • you catch a colleague in a lie • your boss seems unhappy with your work • your cubemate’s loud speakerphone is making you homicidal • you got drunk at the holiday party Praise for Ask a Manager “A must-read for anyone who works . . . [Alison Green’s] advice boils down to the idea that you should be professional (even when others are not) and that communicating in a straightforward manner with candor and kindness will get you far, no matter where you work.”—Booklist (starred review) “The author’s friendly, warm, no-nonsense writing is a pleasure to read, and her advice can be widely applied to relationships in all areas of readers’ lives. Ideal for anyone new to the job market or new to management, or anyone hoping to improve their work experience.”—Library Journal (starred review) “I am a huge fan of Alison Green’s Ask a Manager column. This book is even better. It teaches us how to deal with many of the most vexing big and little problems in our workplaces—and to do so with grace, confidence, and a sense of humor.”—Robert Sutton, Stanford professor and author of The No Asshole Rule and The Asshole Survival Guide “Ask a Manager is the ultimate playbook for navigating the traditional workforce in a diplomatic but firm way.”—Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together

Author : Christine DeSmet
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2015-04-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101594520

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Five-Alarm Fudge by Christine DeSmet Pdf

In the newest Fudge Shop Mystery from the national bestselling author of Hot Fudge Frame-Up, Ava Oosterling is after a recipe to kill for... It’s autumn in Fishers’ Harbor, Wisconsin, and fudge shop owner Ava Oosterling is busy preparing for the harvest festival and a visit from some royal relatives who live in Belgium. According to Ava’s grandpa, a famous divinity fudge recipe from the 1860s is hidden somewhere in a local historical church—a treat fit for a prince. But when a fire in the church reveals the body of a murdered man, it looks like someone is willing to go to any length to possess the valuable secret to the divinity fudge. As Ava searches for the killer—and the recipe—she could use a little divine intervention, because she may have bitten off more than she can chew…

Author : Gabriel García Márquez
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2014-10-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101911105

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Chronicle of a Death Foretold by Gabriel García Márquez Pdf

NOBEL PRIZE WINNER • From the author of One Hundred Years of Solitude comes the gripping story of the murder of a young aristocrat that puts an entire society—not just a pair of murderers—on trial. A man returns to the town where a baffling murder took place 27 years earlier, determined to get to the bottom of the story. Just hours after marrying the beautiful Angela Vicario, everyone agrees, Bayardo San Roman returned his bride in disgrace to her parents. Her distraught family forced her to name her first lover; and her twin brothers announced their intention to murder Santiago Nasar for dishonoring their sister. Yet if everyone knew the murder was going to happen, why did no one intervene to stop it? The more that is learned, the less is understood, as the story races to its inexplicable conclusion.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1130 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Literature
ISBN : IND:30000080755014

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The New Yorker by Anonim Pdf

Author : Alan Cohen
Publisher : Hay House, Inc
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2000-06-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781401942816

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My Father's Voice (Alan Cohen title) by Alan Cohen Pdf

A uniquely inspiring story of a man on a quest to find himself, the woman who moves him, and the child who reminds him. Angelo Mann has it all – a prestigious career, devoted family, plenty of money…everything he could possibly desire. He does, however, have a big problem – he is empty and aching inside. Angelo doesn’t know who he is. Even more troubling is Angelo’s fear that he will hurt his son in the same way his father hurt him. Suddenly life sends Angelo an experience that forces him to rethink everything about the way he is living. As a result, he sets out on an incredible adventure which leads him to a discovery that could change the world – if he can find the courage to deliver it.

Author : Colleen E. Carney,Rachel Manber
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2007-04-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781608825523

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Quiet Your Mind and Get to Sleep by Colleen E. Carney,Rachel Manber Pdf

A busy and hectic life can profoundly affect your ability to get a good night's rest. And it's even more difficult to feel relaxed when you stay awake worrying that you won't fall asleep. This vicious circle can quickly rob you of your quality of life, which is why it is so important to seek the most effective treatment for your insomnia. This workbook uses cognitive behavior therapy, which has been shown to work as well as sleep medications and produce longer-lasting effects. Research shows that it also works well for those whose insomnia is experienced in the context of anxiety, depression, and chronic pain. The complete program in Quiet Your Mind and Get to Sleep goes to the root of your insomnia and offers the same techniques used by experienced sleep specialists. You'll learn how to optimize your sleep pattern using methods to calm your mind and help you identify sleep-thieving behaviors that contribute to insomnia. Don't go without rest any longer-get started on this program and end your struggles with sleep.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 620 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1998-03
Category : New York (N.Y.)
ISBN : NWU:35556027994698

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New York by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 660 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Department stores
ISBN : CORNELL:31924080009719

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JCPenney [catalog]. by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jeremy Rifkin
Publisher : Touchstone
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : History
ISBN : PSU:000021550928

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Time Wars by Jeremy Rifkin Pdf

Time Wars is for anyone who has ever wondered why, in a culture so obsessed with efficiency, we seem to have so little time we can call our own. A courageous, thought-provoking challenge to conventional wisdom.