From clothesline codes to surveillance satellites and cyber espionage, Paul B. Janeczko uncovers two centuries' worth of true spy stories in U.S. history. Ever since George Washington used them to help topple the British, spies and their networks have helped and hurt America at key moments in history. In this fascinating collection, Paul B. Janeczko probes such stories as that of Elizabeth Van Lew, an aristocrat whose hatred of slavery drove her to be one of the most successful spies in the Civil War; the "Choctaw code talkers," Native Americans who were instrumental in sending secret messages during World War I; the staggering engineering behind a Cold War tunnel into East Berlin to tap Soviet phones (only to be compromised by a Soviet mole); and many more famous and less-known examples. Colorful personalities, daring missions, the feats of the loyal, and the damage of traitors are interspersed with a look at the technological advances that continue to change the rules of... Views: 59
Thomas and Theresa Hammonds believe in tough love and old-fashioned discipline. They do not believe in doctors. When their controversial beliefs lead to personal tragedy, the Hammonds face heartbreaking loss, a crisis of faith—and a charge of negligent homicide by a relentless prosecutor. Defending Thomas and Theresa is freewheeling lawyer Charles Arnold. He believes in grace and mercy, but nothing in his colorful past has prepared him for the challenges of this shocking case, or for the dangerous conspiracy at its heart. Views: 59
The stories within SECOND VARIETY were written between 1952 and 1955,
while America was in the grip of McCarthyism. The concerns of the time
are reflected in stories such as "Second Variety", which tells of an
endless war fought by ever more cunning and sophisticated robots, or "Imposter" where a man accused of being an alien spy finds his whole
identity called into question. Using his marvellously varied, quirky
and idiosyncratic style, Dick speaks up for ordinary people against
militarism, paranoia and xenophobia. Stories In This VolumeThe Cookie LadyBeyond the DoorSecond VarietyJon's WorldThe Cosmic PoachersProgenySome Kinds of LifeMartians Come in CloudsThe CommuterThe World She WantedA Surface RaidProject: EarthThe Trouble with BubblesBreakfast at TwilightA Present for PatThe Hood MakerOf Withered ApplesHuman IsAdjustment TeamThe Impossible PlanetImposterJames P. CrowPlanet for TransientsSmall TownSouvenirSurvey TeamProminent Author Views: 59
Laura McCaffrey is teetering on the edge. Her venture as a personal shopper is "almost" taking off, and when she gets a brand new client - a very wealthy man with the ability to get her the contacts she needs - things are looking very good. And Laura needs a break, with her ex-husband refusing to pay child support, and bills and tuition due. Then Laura makes a decision which at first looks just a bit irresponsible, but quickly escalates into a catastrophe. And she`s forced to confess what she`s done to her newest client, who, she`s certain, will surely fire her. And that`s if she`s lucky. But Max Greenway is a "different" sort of man, and he sees in Laura an incredible combination of toughness and vulnerability. He thinks he knows how to deal with both of those sides, and when he suggests to Laura a "different" sort of way to handle Laura`s carelessness, she`s intrigued in spite of herself. Views: 59
An aspiring young writer attending a prestigious university is thrilled when the school’s most famous professor – a bestselling author – decides to be his mentor.Although ecstatic to find that some dreams really do come true, the young writer is horrified to learn that so do some nightmares. When his mentor’s dark secret is revealed, he realizes there are things worse than even those conjured up by a horror writer’s imagination. Views: 59
When sabotage threatens the Rudin Sugar Factory, Detective Jasper Hollock believes this will be his first real case. But dear Mr. Rudin—the only father Jasper has ever known—holds a different assignment for his private investigator."I've struck a deal with God, Jasper, and you're my angel."Mr. Rudin charges Jasper to build a "case" of reasons for his employer to continue his life. If he fails, Mr. Rudin will end it in suicide on Christmas night.As the incidents at the factory become life threatening, Jasper's attempts at dissuading Mr. Rudin prove futile, and Jasper is left staring at the stark reality of his own soul. Time is ticking. Jasper must solve both cases by Christmas before Mr. Rudin, the company, and Jasper's faith, are dragged to perdition. Will this be the Christmas Jasper truly discovers what makes life worth living?"Amber Schamel's engaging prose weaves together not one, but two edge-of-your-seat threads in this historical mystery. With the hero racing against time... Views: 59
Jack and Annie are ready for their next fantasy adventure in the bestselling middle-grade series--the Magic Tree House! Jack and Annie don't need another mummy.But that's what they get when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to ancient Egypt. There they meet a long-dead queen who needs their help. Will Jack and Annie be able to solve the puzzle, or will they end up as mummies themselves? Visit the Magic Tree House website! MagicTreeHouse.comFrom the Trade Paperback edition. Views: 59
"Inspector Singh is Singapore's answer to Dirty Harry--in a turban." --Tarquin Hall, author of The Case of the Missing Servant Homicide detective Inspector Singh has returned home to Singapore to rest his weary feet after time spent globe-trotting and crime-solving in Malaysia and Bali. But it's not long before he wishes he would be sent off to another foreign locale. With his wife nagging him and his boss lecturing him about his unconventional work habits, he's thrilled when a new case comes across his desk. A senior partner at an international law firm has been murdered, and it's up to Singh to catch the killer and solve the case. There's no shortage of suspects, from the victim's fellow partners, many of whom are hiding secrets, as well as the dead man's wife and ex-wife. Soon, Inspector Singh is poised to expose the treachery that lies beneath Singapore's high society. Fast-paced, funny, and highly original, Shamini Flint's The Singapore... Views: 59
