Bøger af Christopher Thompson

Dinosaurs are some of the most fascinating creatures to have ever walked the Earth. They first appeared during the Mesozoic Era, over 200 million years ago, and roamed the planet for millions of years before their eventual extinction. There were many different types of dinosaurs that existed during this time, ranging from the small and agile to the massive and intimidating. In this children's book, we will explore some of the most well-known and interesting types of dinosaurs. We will also look at what may have led to their demise and ultimate extinction. Ages -3-6

In this highly original history of the world's most famous bicycle race, Christopher S. Thompson, mining previously neglected sources and writing with infectious enthusiasm for his subject, tells the compelling story of the Tour de France from its creation in 1903 to the present. Weaving the words of racers, politicians, Tour organizers, and a host of other commentators together with a wide-ranging analysis of the culture surrounding the event--including posters, songs, novels, films, and media coverage--Thompson links the history of the Tour to key moments and themes in French history. He argues persuasively that this hugely popular sporting event has been instrumental in French attempts to grapple with the great challenges they have confronted during their tumultuous twentieth century--from World Wars, political divisions, and class conflict to economic modernization, women's emancipation, and threats to public health. Examining the enduring popularity of Tour racers, Thompson explores how their public images have changed over the past century. He concludes with a discussion of the longstanding practice of doping and considers the complex case of the seven-time champion Lance Armstrong.

Mason Steele was a highly decorated Army Officer. After the death of his former friend and soldier, his life took a turn for the worse. At his brink, his closest friend comes to the rescue. Now maybe he could have a second chance at life now that he has met Kiera. Unfortunately someone wants to not only destroy but kill him. Kiera seems to be running from her own horrible past. Will love triumph or will they both be destroyed

Part of the overall SuperNET Platform, Komodo was announced to the cryptocurrency community via an online forum called Bitcointalk. It adopted privacy technology from Zcash and created an innovative delayed proof of work (dPoW) consensus mechanism. An ICO (Initial Coin Offering) took place in October/November 2016 in order to raise funds to secure development well into the future. This book covers a concise chronological KMD history from the 1st September 2016 to the 1st September 2017.

Humanity has perished. Following cataclysmic volcanic eruptions around the world, Chayton and Chenoa are the last survivors on the island of Bali. With all influences and obligations of school, technology, and work wiped away, the children journey through loss, survival, reflection, and understanding as they witness the emergence of a new world. What is the meaning of life when everything is gone? Is life worth living? Butterfly is a father's story dedicated to his children. Using his two children as the main characters, the author utilizes the vehicle of loss to create a world where his children are forced to face the extreme challenges of life. The fast-paced story takes the children on a challenging adventure through the world of Bali. Young readers will relate to the trials of the teen characters while older readers will understand a father's love for his children. The children work to save the animals locked in the zoos and pens. They learn to hunt and fish and forage for their own food. They dive the newly regenerated and flourishing oceans witnessing a world only seen in movies and animation. They continue to desperately seek any other human life, only to come face to face with the depravity of humanity. They face the brink of death, teetering in a world where with the loss of either of them, the other will be left alone. Yet, while destruction and loss provide the foundation of the story, Butterfly is a story of hope. From the ashes emerges a world that we all desire: clean blue oceans and rivers, flourishing forests, and pristine air. Life returns to the planet, and we witness this rebirth through the eyes of two young children as elephants and tigers once again roam across the island of Bali. Butterfly is a dystopian novel of hope, a story of love and beauty in a world gone awry.

FOUR HUNDRED MILLION MILES FROM EARTH, Richard Delaney is in trouble. Disaster and chaos have befallen his first voyage, and now it is a fight just to survive. In the shadow of Io, he discovers that something else is going on!