Though spectator and player security has always been a priority for sport and facility managers at all levels, large-scale threats such as terrorism or natural disasters have become even more critical management concerns. Proactive sport and facility managers understand the role they must take in working with local law enforcement, contracted security personnel, and their own employees to adequately plan for and respond to threats—both manmade and natural.Security Management fo...

Chronicles of Valor: 50 Historical Adventure Novels gathers a capacious tradition of romance, war narrative, sea tale, imperial adventure, and chivalric quest into a single panorama of the past. Ranging from medieval courts and revolutionary upheavals to frontier conflicts and oceanic voyages, the volume reveals how historical fiction converts research, legend, and national memory into suspenseful storytelling. Its selections juxtapose swashbuckling intrigue, moral ordeal, comic adventure,...

"The Islets of the Channel" by Walter Cooper Dendy is a captivating exploration of the picturesque islands located in the English Channel. Dendy's vivid descriptions bring to life the unique landscapes, flora, and fauna of these islets, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and rich history of the region. The narrative weaves together personal anecdotes and historical accounts, creating a tapestry that highlights the significance of these islands in maritime culture ...

Walter Cooper Dendy's "The Philosophy of Mystery" presents a thought-provoking exploration of the enigmatic nature of existence and the limits of human understanding. Written in the mid-19th century, Dendy articulates complex philosophical concepts through a blend of inquiry and speculative reasoning, reflecting the intellectual currents of his time. His prose is both eloquent and accessible, employing rich metaphors and vivid imagery to engage readers in the contemplation of metaphysical ...

- This edition is unique;- The translation is completely original and was carried out for the Ale. Mar. SAS;- All rights reserved.The Philosophy of Mystery is a book by the English surgeon and writer Walter Cooper Dendy, first published in 1841. It is a treatise on supernatural and mysterious topics, such as dreams, ghosts, fairy mythology, mysterious sounds, lycanthropy, nightmares, succubi and illusions. Going into detail about each, Dendy explores the background an...

There was a shallop floating on the Wye, among the gray rocks and leafy woods of Chepstow. Within it were two fair girls reclining: the one blending the romantic wildness of a maid of Italy with the exquisite purity of English nature; the other illuming, with the devotion of a vestal, the classic beauty of a Greek.There was a young and learned bachelor sitting at the helm. Study had stamped an air of thoughtfulness on his brow; yet a smile was ever playing on his lips, as his heart ...

There was a shallop floating on the Wye, among the gray rocks and leafy woods of Chepstow. Within it were two fair girls reclining: the one blending the romantic wildness of a maid of Italy with the exquisite purity of English nature; the other illuming, with the devotion of a vestal, the classic beauty of a Greek. There was a young and learned bachelor sitting at the helm. Study had stamped an air of thoughtfulness on his brow; yet a smile was ever playing on his lips, as his heart felt t...

It was in the tenth century that the French King, Charles IV., granted to Rollo the Pirate, who had married his daughter, the Dukedom of Normandy, together with the islets of “the wide bay of St. Michael’s;” a guerdon for his conversion to Christianity. When William, the descendant of Rollo, won the field of Hastings, the islets became an appanage of Britain, by the right of being conquered, and so they remain to this day politically subject to Britain, although geographically a parcel of ...

Another stunning novel from John Walter, author of Close to the Wind and My Name's Not Friday.Clara and Nancy, two sisters working in Holloway Prison in 1913, find themselves face-to-face with imprisoned suffragettes: women fighting for the same freedoms they want for themselves. Soon Nancy is drawn to one inmate in particular - the enigmatic `Duchess' - and decides to follow her into the fight. But Clara is torn by the very laws her sister has chosen to try to change. She's fallen...

An ambitious look at how the twentieth century's great powers devised their military strategies and what their implications mean for military competition between the United States and ChinaHow will the United States and China evolve militarily in the years ahead? Many experts believe the answer to this question is largely unknowable. But Zack Cooper argues that the American and Chinese militaries are following a well-trodden path. For centuries, the world's most po...

Embark on an unparalleled journey through the annals of history with 'The 50 Greatest Historical Adventure Novels,' a meticulously curated anthology that brings together the awe-inspiring narratives of some of the most celebrated literary figures. This collection spans a myriad of eras and countries, weaving tales that are as diverse in their narrative techniques as they are in their historical settings. From the rugged frontiers of James Fenimore Cooper to the high seas escapades of Rober...

Dendy's book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the nature of mystery and the role it plays in human consciousness. Dendy argues that mystery is an essential part of human experience, and that it can lead to a deeper understanding of the world and ourselves. He also explores the concept of the "mysterious" in art and literature, and discusses its psychological and emotional effects on the human mind.The second part of the book is devoted to the mysteries of the natural ...