Springs of Texas
Springs of Texas

Author: Gunnar M. Brune

Publisher: Texas A&M University Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 616

ISBN-13: 9781585441969

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This text explores the natural history of Texas and more than 2900 springs in 183 Texas counties. It also includes an in-depth discussion of the general characteristics of springs - their physical and prehistoric settings, their historical significance, and their associated flora and fauna.

The Economics of Historic Preservation
The Economics of Historic Preservation

Author: Donovan D. Rypkema

Publisher: University of Virginia Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13:

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Since it was first published in 1994, The Economics of Historic Preservation: A Community Leaders Guide has become an essential reference for any preservationist faced with convincing government officials, developers, property owners, business and community leaders, or his or her own neighbors that preservation strategies can make good economic sense. Author Donovan D. Rypkemareal estate consultant and nationally known speaker and writermakes his case with 100 "arguments" on the economic benefits of historic preservation, each backed up by one or more quotes from a study, paper, publication, speech, or report. In this eagerly awaited 2005 edition, he gives these arguments even more clout by adding new information and insights gained in the last decade. Count on Rypkema to be entertaining, provocative, and convincing as he describes and demonstrates how strategies that include preservation help communities make cost-effective use of resources, create jobs, provide affordable housing, revive downtowns, build tourism, attract new businesses and workers, and more.

From a Watery Grave
From a Watery Grave

Author: James E. Bruseth

Publisher: Texas A&M University Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 9781585443475

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An account of the discovery and excavation of the French ship La Belle, shipwrecked in 1686 in Matagorda Bay, Texas.

Guinness World Records 2015 Gamer's Edition
Guinness World Records 2015 Gamer's Edition

Author: Guinness World Records

Publisher: Guinness World Records

Published: 2014-11-11

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 1908843837

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Now in its eighth edition, Guinness World Records Gamer's Edition is the ultimate guide to videogames. With all-new design and photography, the fresh-looking 2015 edition is packed full of news and views about the most up-to-date achievements and developments in gaming. It offers the most dazzling images from this year's top titles, along with fascinating facts, figures and features on the games and characters you love – from Minecraft to the world-beating Grand Theft Auto V, from thrilling new games to all-time classics. The latest edition includes gameplay tips and hints, interviews and features exploring gaming from different perspectives, and quotes from leading figures in the industry. Find out about the biggest-selling games, the highest scores, and the world's most amazing gamers. Read about the latest hardware developments in the battle of the eight-generation consoles, and explore the most exciting news stories across all the major gaming genres.

Adobe Photoshop CS2 Revealed
Adobe Photoshop CS2 Revealed

Author: Elizabeth Eisner Reding

Publisher: Premier Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 496

ISBN-13:

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Now readers can explore all that Photoshop CS2 has to offer! Providing a firm foundation, "Adobe Photoshop CS2 Revealed" allows readers to master concepts on both a technical and artistic level. Readers begin by examining the concept behind each task-the goal and the necessary features that are involved. This book then goes in-depth with the objective of each task as readers study examples and learn the steps necessary to complete it. Working through comprehensive, step-by-step lessons, readers are able to develop the confidence they need to edit images with ease using Photoshop CS2.