Sentry Peak

Author : Harry Turtledove
Publisher : Baen Publishing Enterprises
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2000-09-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781618242501

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Sentry Peak by Harry Turtledove Pdf

THE STRANGEST CIVIL WAR NOVEL YOU EVER READ! When Avram became King of Detina, he declared he intended to liberate the blond serfs from their ties to the land. The northern provinces, where most of the serfs lived, would not accept his lordship. The hot north was a land of broad estates, whose noble overlords took the serfs' labor and gave back next to nothing. Those provinces left Detina, choosing Avram's cousin, Grand Duke Geoffrey, as their king in his place. Avram said he had inherited all of the kingdom, not just a part. He refused to let Geoffrey rule the north without a challenge. And the southron provinces, full of merchants and smallholders stood solidly behind him. So he sent armies clad in gray against the north. Geoffrey raised his own army, and arrayed his men in blue made from the indigo much raised on northern estates to distinguish them from the southrons. Avram held the larger part of the kingdom, and the wealthier part, too. But Geoffrey's men were bolder soldiers. And the north, taken all in all, had better wizards than the southrons did. The war raged for almost three years, until Avram's General named Guildenstern and his great lieutenant, Doubting George, moved against the northern army under Count Thraxton the Braggart and his commander of unicorn-riders, Ned of the Forest, which held the town of Rising Rock, close by Sentry Peak. . . . At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).

Author : Raymond F. Gardner
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 559 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000204346

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Introduction to Plant Automation and Controls by Raymond F. Gardner Pdf

Introduction to Plant Automation and Controls addresses all aspects of modern central plant control systems, including instrumentation, control theory, plant systems, VFDs, PLCs, and supervisory systems. Design concepts and operational behavior of various plants are linked to their control philosophies in a manner that helps new or experienced engineers understand the process behind controls, installation, programming, and troubleshooting of automated systems. This groundbreaking book ties modern electronic-based automation and control systems to the special needs of plants and equipment. It applies practical plant operating experience, electronic-equipment design, and plant engineering to bring a unique approach to aspects of plant controls including security, programming languages, and digital theory. The multidimensional content, supported with 500 illustrations, ties together all aspects of plant controls into a single-source reference of otherwise difficult-to-find information. The increasing complexity of plant control systems requires engineers who can relate plant operations and behaviors to their control requirements. This book is ideal for readers with limited electrical and electronic experience, particularly those looking for a multidisciplinary approach for obtaining a practical understanding of control systems related to the best operating practices of large or small plants. It is an invaluable resource for becoming an expert in this field or as a single-source reference for plant control systems. Author Raymond F. Gardner is a professor of engineering at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York, and has been a practicing engineer for more than 40 years.

Author : Joe Kelsey
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-16
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493001354

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Climbing and Hiking in the Wind River Mountains by Joe Kelsey Pdf

Now completely updated and revised with new color photos and topos, this guidebook is the ultimate resource to technical climbing routes, hiking trails, and peak-bagging routes in Wyoming's Wind River Range, a popular playground for backcountry enthusiasts and alpine rock climbers. More than 200 new climbing routes have been completed in the Wind Rivers since this book was last published in 1994, and this guide is the only comprehensive collection of information available to climbers. Includes hiking and climbing information for these areas: Ross LakesGreen RiverDinwoody GlacierPeak LakeTitcomb BasinAlpine LakesMiddle Fork LakeEast Fork ValleyBaptiste LakeCirque of the TowersDeep LakeSouth Pass

Author : Katherine M. Calvert,Kathy Calvert
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1894765370

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Don Forest by Katherine M. Calvert,Kathy Calvert Pdf

Annotation Don Forest: Quest for the Summits tells the story of one of the most colorful-perhaps eccentric-people of the Canadian West, who is also an award-winning mountaineer. Yet Don Forest didn't take up the sport until he was in his mid-40s. At a time when most men are thinking of retiring from strenuous activities, Don was busy setting records: He was the first person to climb all 27 of the 11,000-foot peaks in the Canadian Rockies and Columbia Mountains in one year, and in 1991, at age 71, he was the oldest person to climb Mount Logan, Canada's highest mountain. In 1992, he celebrated his 72nd birthday with friends, cake, and champagne on the summit of Holy Cross Mountain-a 9000-foot-high mountain in southwest Alberta. Kathy Calvert's biography of Don Forest runs the gamut of emotion: Her narrative swings from the humor in Don's eccentricities and the pathos of Don's dealing with close friends lost in the mountains to the pride and satisfaction felt when Don's climbing career was recognized by his peers across Canada.

Author : Russell Mussio
Publisher : Mussio Ventures Ltd.
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2018-05-16
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781989175019

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Kootenay Rockies BC Backroad Mapbook by Russell Mussio Pdf

Tucked into the southeast corner of BC, the Kootenay Rockies are one of Canada’s best-kept outdoor adventure secrets. As you move west from the world-famous peaks of the Rocky Mountains, the crowds thin out and the opportunities for outdoor adventure grow. Forest-covered mountains hide sun-filled valleys, where rainbow trout swim in sparkling streams and deer graze along the shoreline. A maze of logging roads extends deep into the backcountry, offering access to countless campsites and hiking and mountain biking trails. In the winter, the region is covered by a thick layer of dry, fluffy snow, affectionately referred to by the locals as champagne powder. Features - Map Key & Legend - Topographic Maps - Detailed Adventure Section >> Backroad Attractions, Fishing Locations, Hunting Areas, Paddling Routes, Parks & Campsites, Trail Systems, ATV Routes,Snowmobile Areas, Wildlife Viewing, Winter Recreation, Service Directory, Accommodations, Sales & Services, Tours & Guides, Index, Adventure Index, Map Index, Trip Planning Tools,

Author : Glen W. Boles,William Lowell Putnam,Roger W. Laurilla
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1894765796

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Canadian Mountain Place Names by Glen W. Boles,William Lowell Putnam,Roger W. Laurilla Pdf

The towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies and Columbia Mountains rival the European Alps in fame. When travelling or climbing, hiking or skiing in these areas, have you ever wondered where the names of the peaks, rivers and lakes came from, or who named them and why? In Canadian Mountain Place Names, the authors have used their scope of knowledge and expertise, along with many outside sources, to compile an entertaining and informative treatise on the toponymy of this increasingly popular alpine region. Originally published as Place Names of the Canadian Alps, this new edition is completely revised and updated. Illustrated with Glen Boles' and Roger Laurilla's stunning photographs, as well as Boles' intricate line drawings, this book is a must-have not only for avid mountaineers, skiers and hikers, but also for locals and visitors with an interest in these regions. For the authors, this book has been a labour of love: for the mountains, as well as for all those who care about the mountains.

Author : Tim Jepson,Phil Lee
Publisher : Rough Guides
Page : 1164 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1843532662

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The Rough Guide to Canada by Tim Jepson,Phil Lee Pdf

Thoroughly revised and updated, the fifth edition of the Rough Guide to Canada covers this vast and geographically diverse country in impressive detail. There are insightful accounts of every Canadian city, from vibrant Montréal to laid back Vancouver, and vivid descriptions of Canada''s varied landscapes, from the magnificent Rocky Mountains and the stormy coasts of the Maritimes to the northern Arctic reaches. Throughout there is practical advice on skiing, whale-watching, kayaking, hiking and a host of other outdoor pursuits. Thousands of listings recommend the best accommodation options, restaurants, bars and clubs in every price range.

Author : Edward Caudill,Paul Ashdown
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2009-08-15
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0742550281

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Sherman's March in Myth and Memory by Edward Caudill,Paul Ashdown Pdf

General William Tecumseh Sherman's devastating "March to the Sea" in 1864 burned a swath through the cities and countryside of Georgia and into the history of the American Civil War. As they moved from Atlanta to Savannah--destroying homes, buildings, and crops; killing livestock; and consuming supplies--Sherman and the Union army ignited not only southern property, but also imaginations, in both the North and the South. By the time of the general's death in 1891, when one said "The March," no explanation was required. That remains true today. Legends and myths about Sherman began forming during the March itself, and took more definitive shape in the industrial age in the late-nineteenth century. Sherman's March in Myth and Memory examines the emergence of various myths surrounding one of the most enduring campaigns in the annals of military history. Edward Caudill and Paul Ashdown provide a brief overview of Sherman's life and his March, but their focus is on how these myths came about--such as one description of a "60-mile wide path of destruction"--and how legends about Sherman and his campaign have served a variety of interests. Caudill and Ashdown argue that these myths have been employed by groups as disparate as those endorsing the Old South aristocracy and its "Lost Cause," and by others who saw the March as evidence of the superiority of industrialism in modern America over a retreating agrarianism. Sherman's March in Myth and Memory looks at the general's treatment in the press, among historians, on stage and screen, and in literature, from the time of the March to the present day. The authors show us the many ways in which Sherman has been portrayed in the media and popular culture, and how his devastating March has been stamped into our collective memory.

Author : Andrew E. Kaufman
Publisher : While the Savage Sleeps
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2010-06
Category : New Meixco
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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While the Savage Sleeps by Andrew E. Kaufman Pdf

Author : Harold Bindloss
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2021-08-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4064066364915

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Larry of Lonesome Lake by Harold Bindloss Pdf

"Larry of Lonesome Lake" by Harold Bindloss. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

Author : Dave Birrell
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Photography
ISBN : 0921102658

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50 Roadside Panoramas in the Canadian Rockies by Dave Birrell Pdf

A drive through the mountains is always a pleasant experience. Travellers will be able to make the most of their road trips through the Canadian Rockies by keeping Dave Birrell's new pictorial guidebook handy in their glove compartments. Birrell delivers 50 magnificent mountain panoramas taken from highway viewpoints in the Rockies. Interesting historical tidbits accompany the panorama photos, helping the reader identify peaks by name. Read the fascinating stories associated with geographical features such as valleys, lakes and passes and meet some of the individuals who shaped the early history and exploration of the Rockies.

Author : Brian Patton,Bart Robinson
Publisher : Summerthought Publishing
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2011-03-31
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0978237501

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Canadian Rockies Trail Guide by Brian Patton,Bart Robinson Pdf

Author : Stephen A. Wynalda
Publisher : Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Page : 625 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2010-05-18
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781602399945

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366 Days in Abraham Lincoln's Presidency by Stephen A. Wynalda Pdf

Presents a breakdown of Lincoln's presidency, revealing the intimate thoughts, political decisions, and facts, including that he was the only president to have a patent, the day his son Willie died, and his private frustrations.

Author : Harry Turtledove
Publisher : Baen Publishing Enterprises
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2001-11-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781618243096

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Marching Through Peachtree by Harry Turtledove Pdf

FREE THE BLONDES! (America's Civil War Turned Upside Down) A terrible civil war was tearing apart the kingdom of Detina, a land which could no longer be half serf and half free. When the new ruler, King Avram, announced his intent to liberate the blond serfs upon which the northern provinces depended, Detina was torn in two, and the rebellious north took Avram's cousin, Grand Duke Geoffrey, as their king. Neither side could expect an easy victory. The south was larger and wealthier, but the north had better soldiers and more powerful wizards. Led by officers riding unicorns, supplied by flying carpets, both sides had been clashing for three years when Count Thraxton, a conceited wizardgeneral whose opinions of his spell-casting ability far outstripped the reality, bungled a spell which backfired disastrously against his own side, giving the Unionists a decisive victory. But the war was far from over: Thraxton the idiot had been relieved of command; which meant that the south faced a far more competent general: Joseph the Gamecock. And Joseph and his troops were determined to hold Peachtree Province against the loyalist troops. They had occupied Rockface Rise, which offered only two narrow places where the Unionists could come at them, and had further fortified it with trenches and catapults. When the southern army attacked, they would face formidable obstacles both natural and manmade, as well as the repeating crossbows of the troops and the deadly sorcerous storm and lightning wielded by the northern wizards. Still, the very survival of Detina as one united realm was at stake, and King Avram's forces had no choice but to attack, no matter what the odds, no matter how desperate the situation .... At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).

Author : Don D'Ammassa
Publisher : Infobase Learning
Page : 2061 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-22
Category : Fantasy fiction, American
ISBN : 9781438140636

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Encyclopedia of Fantasy and Horror Fiction by Don D'Ammassa Pdf

Presents articles on the horror and fantasy genres of fiction, including authors, themes, significant works, and awards.