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Becoming the 0.1%
'A practical and no-nonsense guide on dealing with the toughest situations, from someone who has been there and done it.' -- Levison Wood 'It will help you to navigate life.' -- The Times *** Historical recruitment campaigns to become a Royal Marines Commando drew on a harrowing but intriguing narrative: 99.9% Need Not Apply. In 2005, only one in a thousand applications for the Royal Marines were successful in reaching the end of training, earning the Coveted Green Beret - a world renowned symbol of excellence. Becoming the 0.1% is the first-ever diary account of this training regime, charting the odds-stacked journey of Gareth Timmins, a 20-year-old recruit at the time, and providing a psyc...
The Heart of the Brain
How hormonal signals in one small structure of the brain—the hypothalamus—govern our physiology and behavior. As human beings, we prefer to think of ourselves as reasonable. But how much of what we do is really governed by reason? In this book, Gareth Leng considers the extent to which one small structure of the neuroendocrine brain—the hypothalamus—influences what we do, how we love, and who we are. The hypothalamus contains a large variety of neurons. These communicate not only through neurotransmitters, but also through peptide signals that act as hormones within the brain. While neurotransmitter signals tend to be ephemeral and confined by anatomical connectivity, the hormone signals that hypothalamic neurons generate are potent, wide-reaching, and long-lasting. Leng explores the evolutionary origins of these remarkable neurons, and where the receptors for their hormone signals are found in the brain. By asking how the hypothalamic neurons and their receptors are regulated, he explores how the hypothalamus links our passions with our reason. The Heart of the Brain shows in an accessible way how this very small structure is very much at the heart of what makes us human.
The Rise of the Dark God
The Rise of the Dark God By: Dan Adkins King Theodore had agreed to pay a heavy price for peace in his kingdom, but one innocent life lost would be better than all-out war. At least, that’s what he believed. After making the deal with the sorceress and her dark god, the king reconsiders. But now, to save the kingdom of Vakorian, much more than a sacrifice will be needed. In this fantasy novel, a group of heroes must learn to work together to thwart the growing legion of the God Zarion’s followers. Set in a new world, the story offers hope that even in a culture more divided than our own, people can put their differences aside to unite through a shared purpose. Yet, will their relentless fight ever be enough to overcome the power of a ruthless god?
The Good Knight (The Gareth & Gwen Medieval Mysteries Book 1)
When a king is murdered on the way to his wedding, Gareth & Gwen join forces in their first mystery together! Five years after Gareth walked away from Gwen in disgrace, she encounters him in the aftermath of an ambush, standing over the body of a murdered king. Although it isn't exactly the reunion Gwen had dreamed of, she and Gareth join forces against the treachery and intrigue rife within the court of Gwynedd. And once blame for the murder falls on Gareth himself, Gwen must continue her search for the truth alone, finding unlikely allies in foreign lands, and ultimately uncovering a conspiracy that will shake the foundations of Wales. Complete Series reading order: The Good Knight, The Uninvited Guest, The Fourth Horseman, The Fallen Princess, The Unlikely Spy, The Lost Brother, The Renegade Merchant, The Unexpected Ally, The Worthy Soldier, The Favored Son, The Viking Prince, The Irish Bride, The Prince's Man, The Faithless Fool, The Honorable Traitor, The Admirable Physician. Also The Bard's Daughter (prequel novella).
Fusion
For more than thirty years, the prospect of unlimited fusion energy has attracted scientists and the public. Joan Lisa Bromberg's book documents the history of the American magnetic fusion reactor program. It is also a lively account that will inform interested citizens of limited technical background who are concerned with the nation's energy strategy. The book carries the story from the program's inception under the auspices of the Atomic Energy Commission in 1951 to its operations under the then-new Department of Energy in 1978. Fusion concentrates on the four federally funded laboratories where most of the money has been spent (about $2 billion so far): Oak Ridge, Los Alamos, Lawrence Li...
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Redemption
She wants to find her twin. He’s ready to take over Hell. Could forbidden love be the key to their redemption? In her heart, Shea knows she has a twin sister but that’s blasphemy thinking in The Heavens. Joining the all-girl angel army to get exiled to Earth… as a permanent teen, takes her further from her goal. When a handsome demon offers her a choice, she vows to make him find her sister. As the God of Hell’s son, Ash knows all about sacrifice and torture but when he sets upon a path to gain more power by seducing an angel, the last thing he expects is for her to steal his heart. Vengeance gains a new meaning when the extent of Shea’s penance slams into him. A rescue to save a f...
Introduction to English Phonetics
The second edition of this distinguished textbook introduces undergraduates to the concepts, terminology and representations needed for an understanding of how English is pronounced around the world. Assuming no prior knowledge, this textbook guides the reader through the vocal tract and explains how the sounds of speech are made, offering an accessible and expanded introduction to areas including transcription, vowels and acoustic analysis. As far as possible, it uses naturally-occurring conversational speech so that readers are familiar with the details of everyday talk (and not just the careful pronunciations presented in dictionaries.) The book also includes a new concluding chapter that works through a piece of spoken data to show the reader how a more complete phonetic analysis can be conducted. Examples are taken from around the English-speaking world, including North America, Australia, New Zealand and varieties of British English. The book takes an open-minded approach to what sounds of English might be significant for making meaning, and highlights the significance of word meaning, morphology, sociolinguistics and conversational interaction in phonetic analysis.
Rebellious Heart
Lives are torn asunder in the aftermath of the Civil War. The beautiful Julia Bonnard, a Southern-bred young woman, faces the tragic loss of her family and property. Once mistress of her estate, Julia now finds herself a servant in her home. Although spirited and proud, she must find the strength to mend her shattered heart while struggling to discover forgiveness and love for a man she once regarded as her enemy, Doctor Gareth Bishop. The handsome Doctor Gareth Bishop, a Northern-bred young man, resigns his commission with the Union Army. Badly wounded during the war, Gareth makes a startling decision to settle in the South, purchasing the Bonnard Estate. Hoping to find refuge with his infirmity, he encounters intolerance and hatred while battling with intense emotions of desire for the enchanting household servant Julia Bonnard. While discovering the entreaties of their hearts, journey along with Julia and Gareth as they face unimaginable treachery.
