Who Killed Harlowe Thrombey?
Title | Who Killed Harlowe Thrombey? PDF eBook |
Author | Edward Packard |
Publisher | Skylark |
Pages | 132 |
Release | 1982 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 9780553231816 |
The reader, as a young detective, investigates a murder mystery. By choosing specific pages, the reader determines the outcome of the plot.
Knives 2019
Title | Knives 2019 PDF eBook |
Author | Joe Kertzman |
Publisher | Gun Digest Books |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2019 |
Genre | Knives |
ISBN | 9781946267559 |
"Comprehensive directory of custom makers -- Latest trends in designs & materials -- State-of-the-art embellisments" -- cover.
In the Hall with the Knife
Title | In the Hall with the Knife PDF eBook |
Author | Diana Peterfreund |
Publisher | Abrams |
Pages | 275 |
Release | 2019-10-08 |
Genre | Young Adult Fiction |
ISBN | 1683356411 |
A murderer could be around every corner in this thrilling YA trilogy based on the board game CLUE! When a storm strikes at Blackbrook Academy, an elite prep school nestled in the woods of Maine, a motley crew of students—including Beth “Peacock” Picach, Orchid McKee, Vaughn Green, Sam “Mustard” Maestor, Finn Plum, and Scarlet Mistry—are left stranded on campus with their headmaster. Hours later, his body is found in the conservatory and it’s very clear his death was no accident. With this group of students who are all hiding something, nothing is as it seems, and everyone has a motive for murder. Fans of the CLUE board game and cult classic film will delight in Diana Peterfreund’s modern reimagining of the brand, its characters, and the dark, magnificent old mansion with secrets hidden within its walls.
Knives 2018
Title | Knives 2018 PDF eBook |
Author | Joe Kertzman |
Publisher | F+W Media, Inc. |
Pages | 1034 |
Release | 2017-09-14 |
Genre | Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | 1440248230 |
Discover stunning custom knives! Throughout history, knives of untold numbers of styles, materials and designs have been carried as tools, weapons and adornments--and each knife has a distinct attraction all its own. That allure has helped custom knifemaking evolve, and continue to grow and thrive today. The pages of Knives 2018, 38th Edition give you the most elite crop of knives and makers that the world of blades has to offer. Knives 2018 showcases blades of every class and style with more than 800 spectacular full-color images, along with descriptions of the makers who created them. Inside this 38th edition of Knives you will find captivating feature articles on a wide variety of knife styles and designs, the latest trends and state of the art in materials, patterns and fabrication that will not disappoint any knife enthusiast--whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned edge aficionado. In addition, you can utilize the completely updated Custom Knifemaker Directory to find the creator of your next favorite blade. Enthralling articles about the legendary Bowie knife, Wharncliffe edges, tomahawk evolution, dive knives, traveling with blades, tactical folders and more. Trends chapter with the hottest designs for flippers, daggers, sushi knives, fighters, straight razors, tantos, folding saws, ultra-thin setups and pocketknives. State of the Art chapter parades carved, sculpted, damascus, engraved, san mai steel and artisan knives from some of the world's most skilled craftsmaen. The comprehensive Custom Knifemaker Directory includes contact information, websites, specialties, materials, price ranges, tools, tang stamps and comments. Knives 2018 is your go-to resource for all things knives, blades and edges. Dive into the world's greatest knife book and discover the wonderful universe of custom blades.
America on Film
Title | America on Film PDF eBook |
Author | Harry M. Benshoff |
Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
Pages | 472 |
Release | 2011-08-26 |
Genre | Performing Arts |
ISBN | 144435759X |
America on Film: Representing Race, Class, Gender, and Sexuality in the Movies, 2nd Edition is a lively introduction to issues of diversity as represented within the American cinema. Provides a comprehensive overview of the industrial, socio-cultural, and aesthetic factors that contribute to cinematic representations of race, class, gender, and sexuality Includes over 100 illustrations, glossary of key terms, questions for discussion, and lists for further reading/viewing Includes new case studies of a number of films, including Crash, Brokeback Mountain, and Quinceañera
500 Knives
Title | 500 Knives PDF eBook |
Author | Marthe Le Van |
Publisher | Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. |
Pages | 388 |
Release | 2009 |
Genre | Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | 9781579908737 |
Contemporary knifemakers are far more daring than their counterparts from as recently as a generation ago. This amazing gallery features a dizzying array of styles, from ones that demonstrate simple elegance to others that feature over-the-top embellishment.
Knife Engineering
Title | Knife Engineering PDF eBook |
Author | Larrin Thomas |
Publisher | |
Pages | 282 |
Release | 2020-07-16 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9781087902159 |
An in-depth exploration of the effects of different steels, heat treatments, and edge geometries on knife performance. This book provides ratings for toughness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance for all of the popular knife steels. Micrographs of over 50 steels. Specific recommended heat treatments for each steel. And answers to questions like: 1) Does a thinner or thicker edge last longer? 2) What heat treatment leads to the best performance? 3) Are there performance benefits to forging blades? 4) Should I use stainless or carbon steel? All of these questions and more are answered by a metallurgist who grew up around the knife industry.