This volume considers the role comets may have played in the origins and evolution of life. This is the only book dealing in depth with this subject. It is particularly relevant in light of recent investigations of Halley's comet, of new insights into organic synthesis in meteorites and comets, and of new results of numerical simulations of cometary orbits and impacts on Earth. The book is intended as a comprehensive review of current research.

This volume considers the role comets may have played in the origins and evolution of life. This is the only book dealing in depth with this subject. It is particularly relevant in light of recent investigations of Halley's comet, of new insights into organic synthesis in meteorites and comets, and of new results of numerical simulations of cometary orbits and impacts on Earth. The book is intended as a comprehensive review of current research.

WHY have populist movements flourished?
WILL robots take over the world?
SHOULD a universal basic income be introduced?
ARE algorithms secretly running our lives?
HAS Australia become a nanny state?
HOW do we tackle rampant consumerism?

In 65 short blasts, Bite Size Advice 3 answers these and other contemporary questions and contains something for everyone. This book is an informative collection of Paul Thomas' weekly blog posts. Each is akin to a brief essay which showcases his narrative deftness at simplifying complex topics. Each blog post is under five pages in length and can be read within five minutes - perfect for the time-starved reader and those with short attention spans. Bite Size Advice 3 proves that you don't require a bookshelf full of textbooks to explain the big political, economic, social and technological issues of today.

You can read this book in order or you can turn to a page at random to check out a few bite-sized morsels. Unusual in style and content, this is a work to savor and will make you an instant expert from the comfort of your armchair.

If you find it hard to keep up with what's going on in the world, this book is for you.

Bite Size Advice is a business book, an education book and a general knowledge book. It casts a light on the key issues affecting each one of us every day. Learn about the factors that are shaping politics, redesigning business, changing society and driving technology. This is a practical guide that immediately takes hold of the readers inquisitive nature. Thoroughly engaging and brimming with information, barely a page goes by without an interesting fact. The snappy text is presented in bite-size nuggets and moves effortlessly from topic to topic. The writing is lucid while simultaneously being witty and wise.

Never before has anyone packed so much helpful information into one book for the time starved reader. Written by a veteran financial services executive and thought leader, Bite size advice is an indispensable tool for those wanting to increase their political, economic, social and technological literacy. Written in clear and concise language, it demystifies the key issues impacting our day-to-day lives and delivers invaluable advice in bite size chunks. Now you can find out everything you wanted to know about almost everything. WHAT are the pitfalls of over regulation? WHERE is disruptive technology taking us? WHEN does inequality become excessive? WHY is globalisation good for us? HOW is money created? WHO controls the economy? Bite size advice is a business book, an educational book and a general knowledge book. It is for anyone who wants to understand how the world works. Each chapter is faced-paced and provides great conversation starters. Bite size advice is poised to become the go-to resource for young and old alike.

In the isolated Nebraska Territories, Craig Conor s world is shattered by the murder of his parents and the disappearance of his younger brother. The search for his brother and the truth about his parents will eventually place him in greater danger as he finds himself face to face with murderous outlaws and he is caught in the middle of the first great conflict between north and south. His only hope may lie in a Texas Ranger searching for justice himself.

In the isolated Nebraska Territories, Craig Conor s world is shattered by the murder of his parents and the disappearance of his younger brother. The search for his brother and the truth about his parents will eventually place him in greater danger as he finds himself face to face with murderous outlaws and he is caught in the middle of the first great conflict between north and south. His only hope may lie in a Texas Ranger searching for justice himself.