Carleton B. Case is well known for wit and humor, as the title of the book leads one to believe this book will follow suit.

A Treatise on the Origin, Progress, Prevention, and Cure of Dry Rot in Timber is a comprehensive and authoritative work by Thomas Allen Britton, first published in the early 19th century. This seminal book delves deeply into the phenomenon of dry rot, a destructive fungal decay that affects timber, particularly in buildings and ships. Drawing on scientific observation, practical experience, and historical cases, Britton meticulously examines the causes and conditions that give rise to dry ...

"A Treatise on the Origin, Progress, Prevention, and Cure of Dry Rot in Timber" by Thomas Allen Britton is a comprehensive examination of the issues surrounding dry rot, a significant problem in timber preservation. Britton meticulously details the causes and effects of dry rot, providing insights into its biological mechanisms and the environmental conditions that foster its development. His work serves as an essential resource for builders, architects, and conservationists, emphasizing t...

Chartered in 1869, Southern Illinois University has been a stalwart presence on the southern Illinois landscape for a century and a half. This book celebrates the 150th anniversary of the university’s founding by exploring in depth its history since 1969, when the last book to celebrate a major anniversary was published.Chapters reflect on SIU’s successful athletics program, the various colleges and departments within the university, the diverse holdings and collections of the libr...

"The Zombie King lives!Dr. Slaughter has been defeated. Now Safe Haven has reopened and seems to be living up to its name. Under the guidance of the lepers and their enigmatic leaders Rand, they have been able to turn back one zombie threat after another, but for how long?Donna and Dan are reunited, but what will happen to their young love, now that she is sharing headspace with the psychotic zombie, known as the Vamp?The Zombie King has captured Deake and his book ...