Bøger af David Ross

With 200 outstanding colour photographs and fascinating captions, Abandoned Industrial Places is a brilliant pictorial examination of derelict factories, underground and opencast mines, nuclear power stations and gasworks, atomic test sites, space research centres, Victorian English mill towns, American gold rush settlements and much more.

From early submersibles to nuclear-powered subs, Submarines is an accessible guide for those interested in naval history. Submarines features the most significant submarines built, from the German U-9 - which sank three British cruisers on September 22, 1914 - to the huge Japanese I-400 class and the great nuclear-powered submarines of the Cold War, such as USS Los Angeles and the Soviet Oscar class. Also included are the 'undersea cruiser' Surcouf; the highly successful Type VII U-boats of World War II; and the latest attack and ballistic missile submarines, such as HMS Astute, USS Virginia, the Chinese Type 094, and the Russian Yasen class. Each entry includes a brief description of the submarine's development and history, a color profile or cutaway, key features, and specifications.

In this gripping biography of Giuseppe (Beppe) Porcheddu his grandson, David Ross, pieces together the extraordinary strands of his short but action-packed life. Beppe was born into a prosperous family in Turin, Italy. His father, however, had been born in poverty but became one of Italy's greatest construction engineers. In 1917 Beppe volunteered to join the Alpine troops to fight the Austrians and Germans in the Italian Alps. Nearly killed by a grenade he made a miraculous recovery but could only walk with the aid of a stick. Despite a degree in architecture he was drawn to art. Self-taught, he soon achieved major acclaim and aged 27 he was knighted by the King for services to the arts. Marriage followed but with the rise of Mussolini, his anti-fascist views led to exile in France for him and his family. Returning to Italy during the build up to World War II, he relocated to the Italian Riviera where he was less well-known. Hiding his anti-fascism he became a key figure in the clandestine partisan resistance. He helped in the arming and organisation of the local partisans and his villa became a key meeting place. At great risk to himself and his family, Beppe sheltered two British Army officers who were escaped prisoners-of-war, one of whom was later to marry his daughter. Surviving arrest and interrogation by the Fascists, Beppe continued his partisan activities. With the end of the war, Beppe returned to his art but following the marriages of his daughters, he disappeared. With unique access to family papers and previously undiscovered records and letters, Ross has been able to shine a light on this complex, brave and highly-principled man and explore the theories into Beppe's mysterious disappearance.

The Scots have always had a reputation for clarity of thought and also for the vigour with which it is put into words. This collection spans the entire gamut of a nation's recorded thought and experience from Roman Scotland to the present day. It reveals the spirit of Scotland in a truly unique way.

Seven kinds of love...sexual passion, love of parents, love of children, love of siblings, love of friends, love of country, love of wisdom...Peggy Avakian's older brother discovered the Classical Greek, SEVEN KINDS OF LOVE, in a book from a library on Long Island when he was fifteen. He told her they were the facts of life and Peggy worried they were all out of her reach.As the story begins, Peggy has left her childhood, "lower-middle-class ghetto called home", and wandered away to Boston; but San Francisco, Brooklyn, Oxford and Dublin beckon.The last family connection Peggy has is a rare old Italian drawing her long lost brother found years before. She wants to find out who drew the Old Master drawing and what it's worth. Unfortunately, that seems to mean stalking Eric Matheson, a curator at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. He seems to have all seven kinds of love.Eric resents any involvement with Peggy or her drawing. More and more, it's an involvement that breaks his hold on life as her crazy stalking involves his family. Peggy tells her side of the story first and then Eric tells his side.

The Saleswoman and The Househusband is a semi-autobiographical novel. Stuart and Lisa lose their jobs in Boston and become desperate. After searching for jobs for a year, Lisa settles. Her job will be selling engines to Amish farmers. Her art history degree won't help her there. It's no help that Amish men won't talk to her. Stuart and their two kids follow Lisa down to live in a stone hut at the epicenter of the Old-World. What if Lisa quits her job in this misogynist minefield? Could they sell the old hut? How will they find new jobs now that their resumes are even more decrepit? Lisa and Stuart are suddenly forced to confront all these questions at once.

""Account Of Botanical Rambles In The Pyrenees, In August 1862"" is a book written by David Ross and published in 1863. The book is a detailed account of Ross's botanical exploration of the Pyrenees mountain range in August of 1862. It includes descriptions of the various plants and flowers he encountered, as well as their habitats and characteristics. Ross also provides insights into the geography and climate of the region, and the challenges he faced during his expedition. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both botanists and general readers interested in the natural world. Overall, ""Account Of Botanical Rambles In The Pyrenees, In August 1862"" is an informative and engaging account of a botanical adventure in the beautiful Pyrenees.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Simplified King James New Testament originated as a desire to produce a New Testament based on the original King James Version (KJV), yet easy to read. The Simplified King James (SKJ) was the result of that effort. The old English structure of the original words and sentences have been modernized for a smoother read. Many of the idioms have been translated to give the reader a more complete understanding of the original intent of the verse. The SKJ is exegetically sound and to aid the readers is a large print New Testament.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Account Of Botanical Excursions Around The Environs Of Paris, Including Montmorency, Marines En Vexin, Rambouillet, Etc. In August, 1861 David Ross

""Stray Leaves Of A Naturalist"" is a book written by David Ross and published in 1860. The book is a collection of essays and observations on various aspects of natural history, including birds, mammals, insects, and plants. Ross was a Scottish naturalist who spent much of his life exploring and studying the natural world, and his passion and expertise are evident in the pages of this book. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the habits of birds and the behavior of insects to the structure of plants and the anatomy of mammals. Ross's writing is both informative and engaging, and his love for the natural world shines through on every page. ""Stray Leaves Of A Naturalist"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the wonders of nature and the fascinating creatures that inhabit our world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

On 14 April 1912, less than a week into a transatlantic trip from Southampton to New York, the largest luxury cruise liner in the world struck an iceberg off the coast of Labrador, causing the hull to buckle. The massive 50,000 ton ship hailed as 'unsinkable' was soon slipping into the cold Atlantic Ocean.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Book 3 in a fast-paced, action-packed and cinematic series - rich in mythology, history, and adventure.

An in-depth examination of the thought processes leading to the decision to abort an unborn child and its implications for crisis counseling. Written for counselors and scholars, this book explores the history of abortion and its many effects, from the individual mother to society as a whole. Focusing on the ever-changing justifications for ending an unborn child's life, Dr. Ross lays down a foundation of historical and theological ethics for juxtaposition that allows crisis counselors to properly frame the mother's decision and the real consequences that may result.

This book will empower you with valuable information that can make your interactions and relationships more rewarding. Purchase this book today so that you can learn the following: 1) Men's Wants - What do men really want. 2) Women's Wants - What women really want. 3) Sex Appeal and Swagg - Do you have it? If not, you can get it. 4) Why Men Don't Approach - There are some not so obvious reasons. 5) Are you thirsty? - Are you too anxious and eager to date? Take a simple test to figure out if you are. 6) How to Overcome Approach Anxiety - Learn some helpful conversation tips so that you can overcome your fear of approaching people.

"e;In Confronting the Storm, David passionately argues for a shift from the predominant legacy thinking that struggles with our greatest challenges to a regenerative and collaborative mindset within leaders. Humanity is at a fork in the road so new, creative, and urgent leadership is essential. For us all and future generations to be able to thrive on Spaceship Earth, this book makes for compelling reading."e; -David Houle, MD, The Sarasota Institute and 5x TEDx speaker, USTraditional leadership wisdom is buckling and failing.Leaders are not only grappling with the pandemic, but a greater challenge awaits them - a storm of complex social, environmental, and economic issues that is leaving organizations extremely vulnerable.As daunting as it may feel, there are substantial opportunities to thrive.David provocatively argues that, to successfully deal with the storm, we must accept that the leadership styles that have been celebrated for centuries are now an obstacle to progress. He explores the storm-defying alternatives: key skills and traits that are now crucial for regenerating lives, livelihoods, and the planet, pointing the way to a more collaborative, innovative, successful future for leaders and organizations.This argument is amplified by some of the most inspiring global leaders who are successfully confronting the storm - including a former Prime Minister, former Foreign Minister, one of Fortune magazines '50 Greatest Leaders', and more.What will your legacy be?

Beginning with King Henry VIII's flagship, Henry Grace à Dieu, this book covers all the main periods of battleship development, including the great sailing ships, such as Sovereign of the Seas, SantissimaTrinidad, and Victory. The advent of steam-driven warships provides the core of the book, beginning with the introduction of Gloire in 1859, and continuing through all the major pre-Dreadnoughts, such as the Inflexible, Maine, and Tsessarevitch. Each entry includes a brief description of the battleship's development and history, a color profile artwork, key features, and specifications.