Zac Lee and The Legend of Yamashita's Gold

Zac Lee and The Legend of Yamashita's Gold

Author: Erwin Chan

Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd

Published: 2014-02-15

Total Pages: 117

ISBN-13: 9814516996

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The elusive legend of General Yamashita’s treasure hoard comes alive in this heart-pounding tale of non-stop adventures. Join Zac Lee and his friends as they go treasure hunting with clues that Zac’s missing father left behind. From dangerous trekking through historical places to escaping gangsters and pirates, there is never a dull moment as the three friends examine war relics and solve puzzles to unearth secrets and shocking discoveries. Based on historical facts and actual locations, this classic story also examines real issues of love, loss, friendship and betrayal. Discover compelling stories behind the quaint, rustic places that have been forgotten amid Singapore’s rapid urbanisation, and relish the roller-coaster ride of twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the end. Erwin Chan has had experience in the journalistic field as a reporter covering various current affairs. Inspired by his first-hand experience of exploring Singapore's heritage and landscape since he was a child, and motivated by an earnest hope to share the beauty of Singapore, he hopes to publish a book that can help to promote the Singaporean pride and identity. Erwin is currently part of a research team in an oil consulting firm, and is dedicated to promoting awareness of Singapore’s heritage and culture


Silent Hill

Silent Hill

Author: Bernard Perron

Publisher: University of Michigan Press

Published: 2012-01-03

Total Pages: 171

ISBN-13: 0472051628

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The second entry in the Landmark Video Games series


Korngold and His World

Korngold and His World

Author: Daniel Goldmark

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2019-08-27

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 0691198292

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Erich Wolfgang Korngold (1897-1957) was the last compositional prodigy to emerge from the Austro-German tradition of Mozart and Mendelssohn. He was lauded in his youth by everyone from Mahler to Puccini and his auspicious career in the early 1900s spanned chamber music, opera, and musical theater. Today, he is best known for his Hollywood film scores, composed between 1935 and 1947.


Moon

Moon

Author: Viorel Badescu

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-03-22

Total Pages: 771

ISBN-13: 3642279694

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The Earth has limited material and energy resources. Further development of the humanity will require going beyond our planet for mining and use of extraterrestrial mineral resources and search of power sources. The exploitation of the natural resources of the Moon is a first natural step on this direction. Lunar materials may contribute to the betterment of conditions of people on Earth but they also may be used to establish permanent settlements on the Moon. This will allow developing new technologies, systems and flight operation techniques to continue space exploration. In fact, a new branch of human civilization could be established permanently on Moon in the next century. But, meantime, an inventory and proper social assessment of Moon’s prospective energy and material resources is required. This book investigates the possibilities and limitations of various systems supplying manned bases on Moon with energy and other vital resources. The book collects together recent proposals and innovative options and solutions. It is a useful source of condensed information for specialists involved in current and impending Moon-related activities and a good starting point for young researchers.


Comorbidity of Mental and Physical Disorders

Comorbidity of Mental and Physical Disorders

Author: N. Sartorius

Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers

Published: 2014-11-26

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 3318026042

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This publication presents evidence about the magnitude and severe consequences of comorbidity of mental and physical illnesses from a personal and societal perspective. Leading experts address the huge burden of co-morbidity to the affected individual as well as the public health aspects, the costs to society and interaction with factors stemming from the context of socioeconomic developments. The authors discuss the clinical challenge of managing cardiovascular illnesses, cancer, infectious diseases and other physical illness when they occur with a range of mental and behavioral disorders, including substance abuse, eating disorders and anxiety. Also covered are the organization of health services, the training of different categories of health personnel and the multidisciplinary engagement necessary to prevent and manage comorbidity effectively. The book is essential reading for general practitioners, internists, public health specialists, psychiatrists, cardiologists, oncologists, medical educationalists and other health care professionals.


Where I'm from

Where I'm from

Author: Steven Borsman

Publisher:

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13:

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"In the Fall of 2010 I gave an assignment in my Appalachian Literature class at Berea College, telling my students to write their own version of "Where I'm From" poem based on the writing prompt and poem by George Ella Lyon, one of the preeminent Appalachian poets. I was so impressed by the results of the assignment that I felt the poems needed to be preserved in a bound document. Thus, this little book. These students completely captured the complexities of this region and their poems contain all the joys and sorrows of living in Appalachia. I am proud that they were my students and I am very proud that together we produced this record of contemporary Appalachian Life" -- Silas House


The Radiation Chemistry of Polysaccharides

The Radiation Chemistry of Polysaccharides

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2017-05

Total Pages: 467

ISBN-13: 9789201015167

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This publication provides the background and compiles the most recent research findings as well as detailing development activities relating to the development of radiation processed products made of natural polymers. Successes clearly indicate that the radiation processing of natural polymers has emerged as an exciting area where the unique characteristics of these polymeric materials can be exploited for a variety of practical applications in agriculture, healthcare, industry and the environment.


Real-Time Rendering

Real-Time Rendering

Author: Tomas Akenine-Möller

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2019-01-18

Total Pages: 1046

ISBN-13: 1315362007

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Thoroughly revised, this third edition focuses on modern techniques used to generate synthetic three-dimensional images in a fraction of a second. With the advent of programmable shaders, a wide variety of new algorithms have arisen and evolved over the past few years. This edition discusses current, practical rendering methods used in games and other applications. It also presents a solid theoretical framework and relevant mathematics for the field of interactive computer graphics, all in an approachable style. The authors have made the figures used in the book available for download for fair use.:Download Figures. Reviews Rendering has been a required reference for professional graphics practitioners for nearly a decade. This latest edition is as relevant as ever, covering topics from essential mathematical foundations to advanced techniques used by today’s cutting edge games. -- Gabe Newell, President, Valve, May 2008 Rendering ... has been completely revised and revamped for its updated third edition, which focuses on modern techniques used to generate three-dimensional images in a fraction of the time old processes took. From practical rendering for games to math and details for better interactive applications, it's not to be missed. -- The Bookwatch, November 2008 You'll get brilliantly lucid explanations of concepts like vertex morphing and variance shadow mapping—as well as a new respect for the incredible craftsmanship that goes into today's PC games. -- Logan Decker, PC Gamer Magazine , February 2009


Men In This Town

Men In This Town

Author: Giuseppe Santamaria

Publisher: Hardie Grant

Published: 2014-09-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781742707815

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From five distinct cities around the world - New York, Tokyo, Milan, London and Sydney - photographer, art director and blogger Giuseppe Santamaria brings together a unique photographic collection showcasing the styles of the modern man. Giuseppe seeks out the everyday man in each city whose dress sense speaks volumes about who they are. Alongside striking images captured from the streets, Giuseppe has chosen a handful of men from each city with a particular, distinct style and photographed them in their various attire, as well as profiled them about their particular approach to fashion and their sense of the menswear scene today.