Most Popular Books by Ian Graham

Trucks and Earthmovers have the ability to be the world''s greatest, if we want to build them in such a way. Find out why these machines are considered the greatest in the world. This title is filled with detailed facts and stunning color photography.

Patriots & Tyrants: A Black Shuck Thriller "Ian Graham writes the kind of stories I want to read. Full on, Action packed, adrenaline fueled. Keep your eye on this author, he''s going to be a big name in thrillers before long." - Matt Hilton (author of the Joe Hunter thriller series) During the fall of the Soviet Union an elite team of operatives were trained on the steppes of Russia. Loyal to the Provisional Irish Republican Army, they were created for a single purpose; to bring about the downfall of the entire British government in one terrifying attack. They were known only by their codename, Black Shuck. In the years that followed—betrayed from within by the internal power struggles of the IRA—the team members were hunted down. Forced into a battle for their lives, three survived, fading into the turbulent streets of Northern Ireland. To this day, their identities remain a mystery— but nothing can stay hidden forever. ---------- Patriots & Tyrants is a suspense laden, action filled collection of stories featuring characters from the upcoming Black Shuck thriller series that follows former IRA volunteer turned American patriot, Declan McIver. Can Mossad agent Abaddon Kafni capture an Iranian arms dealer? Can former IRA volunteer Declan McIver stop a friend from being murdered in Boston''s seedy underworld? Can internationally feared assassin Torrance "AU" Sands succeed in killing a vicious cult leader? Can Russian soldiers capture Chechen terrorist Ruslan Baktayev in the aftermath of the Beslan School Massacre?

How does soil form? What can soil tell us about the past? What is peat? Read this book to find the answers to these questions and more. Each book in the Managing Our Resources series examines a valuable natural resource, explaining where the resource is found, how it is extracted and processed, what it is used to make, and how the resource can be used sustainably.

Provides an overview of the design and engineering of the jet planes that are designed to attack other aircraft.

Examines air, a valuable natural resource, explaining where it is found, what it is used for, and how it can be used sustainably.

"Ballas is a drunk and a vagrant. In his heart there is only greed, and in his eyes only bitterness. Such a man is not suited to legend. He is fit only for an unmarked grave. And there are people who seek to hasten his journey there." "When a young priest saves him from a beating in the street, Ballas does not know how to react to such an act of kindness. So instead he betrays his rescuer, by stealing from those who have offered him hope. But although what Ballas chooses to take can easily be hidden under a cloak, it is no trinket to be sold in the market for a bowl of soup. It is an artifact that will lead an army to hunt him down - and bring the world to the edge of chaos."--Jacket.

Marie Curie would become one of the world''s most famous scientists. In a time when women rarely studied science, she made trailblazing discoveries that opened up a completely new branch of science that advanced our understanding of atoms.

This book explores Radio Access Networks (RANs) within LMR systems, comprising base stations, mobile radios, and hand portable radios. These components facilitate communication among end users via a network of fixed base stations, antennas, and combining systems strategically placed across radio repeater sites throughout the coverage area. This resource also delves into the consequences of interference, highlighting the painstaking efforts required to diagnose and rectify interference issues through field testing and redesign. The central focus being on the design intricacies of base station antennas and combining systems at densely populated shared radio repeater sites. The book underscores how to identify potential sources of interference from co-located transmitters and receivers, effectively surveying sites to anticipate high-level interfering signals. This critical information forms the foundation for crafting base station antenna and combining systems that curtail interference, subsequently optimizing coverage and minimizing costs. Throughout its pages, the book lays out a detailed roadmap for designing LMR systems resilient to interference. By outlining essential principles and methodologies, the book guides practitioners in creating LMR networks that flawlessly align with end users'' communication requirements. The resulting systems not only meet expectations but surpass them, offering the coverage area and communication quality demanded by public safety and utility organizations during critical operations. Ultimately, the book serves as an indispensable resource for engineers, designers, and professionals engaged in crafting LMR systems capable of delivering impeccable performance and reliability.

Motorbikes have the ability to be the world''s greatest, if we want to build them in such a way. Find out why these machines are considered the greatest in the world. This title is filled with detailed facts and stunning color photography.

Text and drawings explain the workings of certain everyday items including bicycles, traffic lights, and computers.

Bursting with hundreds of facts and the highest quality photography and artwork, these books enthrall and stimulate the minds of struggling readers. Nonfiction titles cover core subjects in a consistent format. Each book, written by an expert in the field, guides the reader methodically through the topic. Difficult terms are spelled phonetically. With over 100 color images per title, readers gain multiple access points to truly engage text. Nonfiction titles are ideal for research, and perfect for a thrilling, fact-filled read. A comprehensive, informative, and highly readable introduction to the topic of genetics. Written by Ian Graham, an expert in the field, this book is based on the very latest research.

An introduction to books and newspapers, this book shows how the print media has developed into a fast moving, technology-led industry. Supported with colour photographs and diagrams, the text provides information with pertinent facts and unusual words highlighted and explained throughout.

Discover the inner workings of eight of the most incredible flying machines of all time in this lift-the-flap book by the best-selling, award-winning illustrator Stephen Biesty. With amazingly detailed drawings and more than forty flaps, young readers can meet some of the early aviators and their pioneering aircraft, peek inside a luxury flying boat, and see the technology of a rocket space plane. Packed with fun facts, this is the perfect introduction to planes and helicopters from all over the world.

The invention of plastics was one of the most important discoveries of the past century, revolutionising the way things are made, stored, and packaged. This book tells the story of plastics, from the science behind their creation, to their use across all aspects of society. You Wouldn’t Want to Live Without Plastic! is part of a brand-new science and technology strand within the internationally acclaimed You Wouldn’t Want to Be series. The clear, engaging text and humorous illustrations bring the subject to life and stimulate young readers'' curiosity about the world around them. Specially commissioned cartoon-style illustrations in full colour make these books attractive and accessible even to reluctant readers. Information is conveyed through captions, labels and humorous speech bubbles in addition to the main text. Illustrated sidebars headed ‘How It Works’, ‘Top Tip’ or ‘You Can Do It’ supply more facts, describe simple, safe experiments, or steps that readers can take to help make the world a better place. Each volume includes a timeline and a list of ‘Did You Know?’ facts.

"Describes new technologies used in food production such as gene technology, farming technology and robots, nanotech, packaging, and discusses the implications of using these technologies"--Provided by publisher.

Text, illustrations, and diagrams examine different kinds of boats and how they work. Includes simple experiments and activities.

Feeling spaced out? Maintain your center of gravity with this exciting new kit.Build the Rocket will take you out of this world to discover the thrilling science of rocket building. Have fun while learning and examine this spacecraft like you never have before, with colorful illustrations, fascinating facts about rockets, and finally building your very own model from the ground up. Everything you need to build a rocket is right here, ready to assemble at home or to take on the go. * This unique set includes a 32-page book full of colorful illustrations and intriguing facts about rockets, plus 88 slotted pieces to build a three-dimensional rocket. * Launch yourself into the world of space exploration and learn everything you need to know about these shuttles. Build the Rocketoffers a unique building and learning experience as you build this spacecraft, section-by-section.

Illustrations and text describe how humans have tried to learn more about space and some of the equipment and vehicles used to do this.

Scarlet Women tells the stories of the most notorious courtesans, concubines and royal mistresses. Its contents range from the ancient world to the present day, and from Europe and America to the Far East. The extraordinary women featured in the book include: Cora Pearl, who served herself naked on a platter at her legendary parties; Harriette Wilson, who blackmailed her clients; Clara Ward, an American woman who married a Belgian prince and then ran away with a gypsy violinist; Klondike Kate, queen of the Yukon during the Klondike gold rush; Veronica Franco, the leading sixteenth century Venetian courtesan; Mesdames de Pompadour and du Barry, two of Louis XV''s many mistresses; Nell Gwyn, the saucy orange-seller who captivated King Charles II; Marie Walewska, Napoleon Bonaparte''s reluctant mistress; Cixi, a concubine who rose from obscurity to rule China; La Belle Otero, the last of the great European courtesans."

Presents a practical object-oriented modelling approach that provides software developers with a single technique with which to model all aspects of the modern business, from the organizational mission right through to user performance and business objectives.

Radio - TV - Digital sound - Computer music - CS''s.

A former Soviet-trained IRA soldier turned businessman finds himself catapulted into his old life when he accidentally witnesses a murder as well as the murderer.

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An introduction to computers, how they work, and their many uses in all areas of our lives today.

Introduces the solar system and its components giving brief explanations and descriptions of each planet.

Describes what it was like to be an astronaut on the "unlucky" 1970 Apollo 13 mission to the moon.

An introduction to the geography, government, economy, culture, and people of New Zealand.

Describes important inventions in medicine, transportation, communications, and power, and the men and women responsible for them.

Explores the development of telecommunication satellites, describes how they work, and discusses their many uses and possible future developments.