It’s Halloween in Brooklyn. As the neighbourhood kids dress up, Eric and Lou buy a device that reveals true desire from a homeless man for a dollar. Not that they think it’s going to work. They were just giving him a break. Still, it was a good idea. They were always checking out hot women. Wouldn’t it be great to know just once who was looking back?

Classic myths and legends are brought to life for a new generation in this captivating anthology.Adapted by Samantha Newman, these best-loved stories from around the world will enchanted readers of all ages. Meet fearless hero Theseus, quick-thinking goddess Nuwa, terrifying snake-haired Medusa, and cunning trickster Coyote. Find out how Ra created the world, why Elephant digs waterholes, and even how Saturday got its name.From Odysseus to Horus, and Anansi...

Before September 11, 2001, one terrorist group had killed more Americans than any other: Hezbollah, the “Party of God.” Today it remains potentially more dangerous than even al Qaeda. Yet little has been known about its inner workings, past successes, and future plans–until now.Written by an accomplished journalist and a law-enforcement expert, Lightning Out of Lebanon is a chilling and essential addition to our understanding of the external and internal threats to America...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Acid Reflux or GERD, commonly perceived as this annoying burning sensation in your throat, is hard to treat with medicines. The truth is that custom remedies consist of antacids, which, although they neutralize stomach acids and relieve the condition, they disturb ion balance, causing the body harmful effects.It seems that the safe solution to Acid Reflux is DIET. And this is the central theme of this book!...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Acid reflux can be defeated. You can live your life free forever from heartburn, swollen sinuses, bloating, lump in the throat, allergies and other symptoms.If you have tried every medical treatment proposed by doctors, or have endured various diets and the endless list of trigger foods, you might be tempted to believe there is nothing left to do. If you have been forced to co-exist with acid reflux, then your c...

Cycle Road Racing provides a practical and instructional guide for those entering into cycle road racing, and those improving their performance. It covers the latest developments in racing and cycle technology, and guides the reader through all stages of racing, from setting up the bike correctly to race day itself.The book includes material on: Clothing, equipment and setting up your bike; Training, including the use of turbo training in winter and sample training plans; Techniques such a...

This book is a complete guide to billiards, being a comprehensive handbook on every aspect of the game. With simple instructions and a wealth of invaluable tips, this book will be of utility to any level of player with an interest in improving their game. “How To Play Billiards” constitutes a timeless educational resource, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: “An Indispensable Preliminary”, “Swinging the Cue and Sighting the Stroke”, ...

Written by internationally recognized leaders in hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) research and practice, this exciting new book provides evidence-based, practical, useful information for anyone involved in HBOT. It outlines the physiologic principles that constitute the basis for understanding the clinical implications for treatment and describes recent advances and current research, along with new approaches to therapy. This book is an essential tool for anyone who cares for patients with...

It is natural for us to fear artificial intelligence. But does Siri really want to kill us? Perhaps we are falling into the trap of projecting human traits onto the machines we might build. In Evolutionary Intelligence, Neuman offers a surprisingly positive vision in which computational intelligence compensates for the well-recognized limits of human judgment, improves decision making, and actually increases our agency. Neuman takes the listener on an exciting, fast-paced ride, al...

Are you brave enough to enter the dragon lair? You'll discover a world of myth, magic, and mystery in this collection of extraordinary tales from around the world.Stories of these majestic creatures - whether wise and noble or cruel and terrible - have fascinated people for centuries, and can be found in many cultures. This artfully written book brings to life dragons of all kinds, from the greatest to the smallest, from serpentine river spirits to cave-dwelling fi...

A note from the authorIn 'Kickstart Your UX Career,' I’ve distilled the key lessons from my previous work, 'Sweet Spot UX,' to provide a concise and actionable guide for aspiring UX professionals. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this book offers the essential tools and insights to help you navigate the world of UX design with confidence when dealing with stakeholders.Originally written as a printed reference guide, this a...

From food for pets to investment alternatives, Newman describes how simple choices lead to big results. "Supporting sustainable agriculture, supporting family farms, and being able to donate the profits to charity are all extremely gratifying." We all can share in the gratification by following Newman's lead.