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A Sherlock Holmes Escape Book: The Adventure of the Tower of London
is a unique form of puzzle book, in which the reader must solve the
riddles to escape the pages. The fourth title in this ingenious
series of Sherlock Holmes Escape Books, The Adventure of the Tower
of London is an exhilarating combination of escape room, puzzle
book and adventure story. Inspired by the urban craze for escape
rooms, where players tackle puzzles while trapped in a locked room,
it is an escape room in the form of a locked book, filled with
codes, ciphers, riddles and red herrings, and a clever Code Wheel
set into the cover. In the latest adventure in the series, readers
will take on the role of the world's foremost consulting detective,
Sherlock Holmes. Holmes's nemesis Moriarty has locked Sherlock's
friend, the musician Odon von Mihalovic, with the CrownJewels in a
cage in Tower Bridge the night before a special ceremony is due to
be held for the Queen. Holmes and Watson are themselves trapped in
the nearby Tower of London by Moriarty, and they must work through
the night and against the clock to find and free Odon from the cage
to prevent him being disgraced in the ceremony the following
morning. Combines riddles, logic puzzles, timed challenges,
mathematical brain-teasers, maps and mazes.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
A Sherlock Holmes Escape Book: The Adventure of the Analytical
Engine is a unique form of puzzle book, in which the reader must
solve the riddles to escape the pages. The third title in this
ingenious series of Sherlock Holmes Escape Books, The Adventure of
the Analytical Engine is an exhilarating combination of escape
room, puzzle book and adventure story. Inspired by the urban craze
for escape rooms, where players tackle puzzles while trapped in a
locked room, it is an escape room in the form of a locked book,
filled with codes, ciphers, riddles and red herrings, and a clever
Code Wheel set into the cover. In this new adventure, readers will
take on the role of the world's foremost consulting detective,
Sherlock Holmes, snared at the centre of a cunning plot, after
receiving a mysterious letter from beyond the grave. Intrigued by
an invitation from mathematician Charles Babbage to view his newly
completed pioneering contraption, Holmes becomes imprisoned in a
magnificent London villa, where tricks, traps and illusions aim to
divert him from uncovering the true purpose of the reimagined
Analytical Engine. Combines riddles, logic puzzles, timed
challenges, mathematical brain-teasers, maps and mazes.
The Alcatraz Escape Book is a unique form of puzzle book, in which
the reader must solve the riddles to escape the pages. An
exhilarating combination of escape room, puzzle book and adventure
story, this book is inspired by the urban craze for escape rooms as
well as the history surrounding America's most infamous prison.
Readers will take on the role of Scott Wilson, a member of an
underground US environmental movement called the Wilderness, who
has discovered that a farming lobby is illegally using toxic
pesticides to sell large amounts of land cheaply to corrupt
politicians. There is enough evidence safely tucked away in a
secret location to bring these criminals to justice, but failed
sting operation takes place which leaves an FBI agent dead and
Scott framed for the murder. Framed as a traitor and a murderer and
sent to Alcatraz as a result, the reader must escape the
forbidding, top-security jail, recover the lost evidence and stop
the pollution and land sale before it's too late. Surrounded by the
most notorious, dangerous and unpredictable inmates, the reader
will quickly learn that their only means of escape will be from
solving hidden puzzles using the code wheel left behind by the
renowned criminal mastermind Robert Stroud - the famous Birdman of
Alcatraz. Nobody has ever escaped Alcatraz alive, and with time
quickly running out, the reader will have to find unlikely allies
who can help them break out and aid them when they come to face the
perilous waters surrounding the prison in order to escape the Rock.
Combines riddles, logic puzzles, timed challenges, mathematical
brain-teasers, maps and mazes.
For sophomore/junior-level signals and systems courses in
Electrical and Computer Engineering departments. This text provides
a clear, comprehensive presentation of both the theory and
applications in signals, systems, and transforms. It presents the
mathematical background of signals and systems, including the
Fourier transform, the Fourier series, the Laplace transform, the
discrete-time and the discrete Fourier transforms, and the
z-transform. The text integrates MATLAB examples into the
presentation of signal and system theory and applications.
This meticulously researched book provides an accessible history of
the nine crusades between 1096 and 1272 plus smaller campaigns
across Europe culminating in the Holy League's victory over the
Ottomans at the Battle of Lepanto. It covers the land the crusading
knights lost and won, the kingdoms they established, the
inspiration that motivated them, and the controversies that still
surround them. It also features some of the larger-than-life
knights such as Robert of Jerusalem, Godfrey of Bouillon, Frederick
II, and Richard the Lionheart and their contribution to the holy
wars. Illustrated with over 400 fine art images, and with expert
text, this book is a beautiful and fascinating account of an
extraordinary historical period.
The definitive chronicle of the ancient peoples of Central America
& Mexico – including the Aztec, Maya, Olmec, Mixtec, Toltec
and Zapotec In a sumptuous new large-format edition, this
wide-ranging reference book covers almost 3000 years of history,
offering enthralling insights into the art and architecture, myths
and legends, and everyday life of the many different empires of
Central America and Mexico. Stories of sun-gods and blood
sacrifice, of pyramids and temples, and of the fabulous treasuries
filled with gold have fascinated many generations. This book
unravels the true facts behind the stories and looks at how myth
and legends can tell us much about the cult of war in these
pre-industrial nations. The magnificent architectural and cultural
achievements of a succession of Mesoamerican peoples - the Olmecs,
Maya, Zapotecs, Toltecs, Mixtec and Aztecs - cover almost 3000
years. These achievements range from the temple-pyramids and
colossal stone carvings of the Olmecs to the awe-inspiring cities,
vast trading networks and complex religious societies of the Aztecs
and Maya. The World Heritage sites of historic Mexico City and
Tenochtitlán, Teotihuacán, Chichén Itzá, Tikal and Monte
Albán, are examined giving life to the civic, military and
everyday world of the time. Archaeological finds and surviving
documents provide intriguing insights into astronomy, the
development of calendars, mathematics, writing and the arts. They
also reveal a grim commitment to war and a savage religious
devotion to gods who demanded the blood of human sacrifice. Pottery
and textiles, carvings, mosaics, and gold and metalwork show the
technological innovations of these pre-industrial civilizations.
Superbly illustrated throughout, with more than 1000 colour
photographs, artworks, maps and plans, the book reveals every
aspect of the history of these lost civilizations. This unrivalled
volume is not only a perfect introduction to the subject but also a
stunning visual record of a fascinating period that has helped to
shape our world.
Appropriate for a one semester/two-quarter senior-level course in
digital or discrete-time controls. This revision of the
best-selling text in digital controls is a significant update with
the integration of MATLAB software and new coverage in several
areas. This program presents a better teaching and learning
experience-for you and your students. *Provide MATLAB programs to
students: Short MATLAB programs have been included in many of the
examples, which allow students to experiment and learn more skills.
*Motivate students with running applications that are featured
throughout the book: Simple physical systems are introduced in one
chapter and then used again later to illuminate more advanced
material. *Reinforce core concepts with examples and problems: Over
400 problems and 130 worked examples help students grasp the text's
concepts.
In battle, the medieval knight was the equivalent of the modern
tank. A knight could plough his way through ranks of foot-soldiers,
and on massive warhorses in tight formation, a cavalry charge was
devastating. This book covers every aspect of the role of knights
in feudal Europe: their nobility, social status, rigorous training,
horsemanship, military exploits, responsibilities and privileges.
Included are revered knights such as Charlemagne, Richard the
Lionheart, Edward the Black Prince, and William Wallace, plus
features on King Arthur, medieval poetry and courtly romances,
stories of the crusaders, and folktales of rogue and errant
knights.
How do captains of industry and the greatest strategic minds come
to the decisions they do? Learn how to think in ways that will help
keep you one step ahead, while completing enjoyable brain-training
puzzles. Debating skills, sound logical reasoning and thinking
outside the box are all examined, bringing you a new understanding
of tactics, strategy and decision-making. Includes an extended
introduction with advice on how to think in tactical ways, as well
as How to Think tips to improve your critical-thinking skills as
you work through 50 testing puzzles.
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