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Kissing Joy as It Flies - Living in Eternity's Sunrise
Kissing Joy as It Flies - Living in Eternity's Sunrise
Frank Kelly has lived an extraordinary life that covers most of the 20th century. His spirit of optimism has touched the lives of countless people. He has been a science fiction writer, a reporter, a citizen soldier, a speech writer for President Truman, an assistant to the Senate Majority Leader, a vice president of the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions, and a founder and senior vice president of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation. In his tenth decade of life he continues to be a fount of new and innovative ideas. He believes that humanity has a great future if we can put aside our differences and grasp the essential miracle of life. His life and spirit inspire confidence that a better, more peaceful world is possible. Kissing Joy as it Flies - Living in Eternity's Sunrise is a reflection of Frank's life, and a small collection of his writings.
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United States Reports
United States Reports
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Crime Types and Criminals
Crime Types and Criminals
A good introduction to crime types and criminology to provide students with a grounding to the start of their studies.
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Dottings of a Lounger
Dottings of a Lounger
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Decorative Art of Indian Tribes of Connecticut
Decorative Art of Indian Tribes of Connecticut
"Decorative Art of Indian Tribes of Connecticut" by Frank Gouldsmith Speck is a book describing the history of Indians in New York. It gives a detailed knowledge of the decorative art of the eastern Algonkin tribes, the discovery of specimens furnished by several aged Indians of the Mohegan and Niantic tribes of eastern Connecticut.
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Stories of Modern Technology Failures and Cognitive Engineering Successes
Stories of Modern Technology Failures and Cognitive Engineering Successes
A woman is operated on while she's awake... A plane runs out of gas while circling an airport for 30 minutes... A passenger liner is mistaken for an enemy fighter and shot down... A company invests in a new system that will cost them money... What do these failure have in common? How can we prevent them from happening again?
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The Space-Eaters
The Space-Eaters
Frank Belknap Long's 'The Space-Eaters' is a gripping tale that seamlessly blends elements of science fiction and horror. Set in an eerie and atmospheric world, the story follows a group of individuals who stumble upon a malevolent alien entity that feeds on human minds. Long's writing style is rich in detail and creates a chilling sense of unease, drawing readers into the nightmarish realm he has crafted. The narrative is steeped in cosmic horror, a popular subgenre of science fiction that explores mankind's insignificance in the face of incomprehensible cosmic forces. 'The Space-Eaters' is a masterpiece of early science fiction that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. Frank Belknap Long, known for his contributions to the Weird Tales magazine, was a contemporary of H.P. Lovecraft and a key figure in the Cthulhu Mythos. His deep knowledge of the genre and skillful storytelling shine through in this haunting novella. Fans of classic science fiction and cosmic horror will find 'The Space-Eaters' to be a captivating and unforgettable read.
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Big Data Analytics
Big Data Analytics
Unique insights to implement big data analytics and reap big returns to your bottom line Focusing on the business and financial value of big data analytics, respected technology journalist Frank J. Ohlhorst shares his insights on the newly emerging field of big data analytics in Big Data Analytics. This breakthrough book demonstrates the importance of analytics, defines the processes, highlights the tangible and intangible values and discusses how you can turn a business liability into actionable material that can be used to redefine markets, improve profits and identify new business opportunities. Reveals big data analytics as the next wave for businesses looking for competitive advantage Takes an in-depth look at the financial value of big data analytics Offers tools and best practices for working with big data Once the domain of large on-line retailers such as eBay and Amazon, big data is now accessible by businesses of all sizes and across industries. From how to mine the data your company collects, to the data that is available on the outside, Big Data Analytics shows how you can leverage big data into a key component in your business's growth strategy.
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