This six volume set brings together for the first time in a single reference work the fundamentals, principles and the current state-of-the-art in fuel cells. Its publication reflects the increasing importance and the rapidly growing rate of research into alternative, clean sources of energy. With internationally renowned editors, advisory board members, and contributors from academia and industry, it guides the reader from the foundations and fundamental principles through to the latest technology and cutting-edge applications, ensuring a logical, consistent approach to the subject. The Handbook is divided into four main themes: Volume 1: "Fundamentals and Survey of Systems" Volume 2: "Fuel Cell Electrocatalysis" Volumes 3 and 4: "Fuel Cell Technology and Applications" Volumes 5 and 6: "Advances in Electrocatalysis, Materials, Diagnostics and Durability"

Offers advice for coping with the death of a parent, discussing handling a fatal diagnosis, arranging hospital care, making funeral arrangements, and working through the grieving process.

DESPERATE FOR THE TRUTH. OBSESSED BY DESIRE... Emily Wayborn is finally her own woman. After a string of shameful relationships and reckless partying with her best friend Amber, she’s now a successful voiceover actress, her wild past and everyone in it firmly behind her. Until she receives a cryptic voicemail from her former friend that sends her spiraling into the darkness she thought she had outrun. One thing is clear from the message, Amber is in trouble. Determined to track down her friend, Emily follows a chain of clues that leads her to Reeve Sallis, a gorgeous and equally dangerous hotelier known for his power games and shady dealings. Now, in order to find Amber, Emily must return to her playgirl ways to uncover his secrets and track down her friend. But as she becomes more entangled with him, she finds she's drawn to Reeve and his depravity despite her growing conviction that he may be the one responsible for Amber’ s disappearance.

Edward Bulwer-Lytton's 'Rienzi, Last of the Roman Tribunes' is a historical novel that takes readers back to ancient Rome during a time of political upheaval and corruption. The book is written in a descriptive and eloquent style, capturing the essence of the Roman Republic and the life of its citizens. Bulwer-Lytton's attention to detail and vivid storytelling make this novel a compelling read for history enthusiasts and literary connoisseurs alike. The narrative's exploration of power, betrayal, and redemption offers readers a thought-provoking look into the complexities of political life in ancient Rome. Edward Bulwer-Lytton, a prominent Victorian writer and politician, drew inspiration for 'Rienzi, Last of the Roman Tribunes' from his fascination with Roman history and his own experiences in politics. His deep knowledge of classical literature and his keen understanding of human nature shine through in this novel, establishing Bulwer-Lytton as a master of historical fiction. Through his writing, Bulwer-Lytton brings to life the characters and events of ancient Rome with authenticity and depth. I highly recommend 'Rienzi, Last of the Roman Tribunes' to readers who enjoy historical fiction that combines rich historical detail with compelling storytelling. Bulwer-Lytton's masterful depiction of ancient Rome and its political intricacies is sure to captivate and educate readers interested in exploring this fascinating period of history.

Learn iPhone and iPad cocos2D Game Development provides a rock-solid introduction to the cocos2d iPhone game engine and related tools. It focuses on the process of creating several games made entirely with cocos2d and little-to-no iPhone SDK and OpenGL code. By creating 2-3 sample games over the course of the book, you'll learn key concepts of the cocos2d game engine and relevant tools like Zwoptex (TextureAtlas), ParticleDesigner (Particle Effects), and others. The example games are modeled after popular App Store games so that they are relevant, recognizable, and immediately fun and inspiring. The games increase in complexity and highlight common recurring cocos2d beginner questions. As you move along, you'll learn about possible stumbling blocks and how to navigate them successfully. As you move from beginning to advanced, you'll encounter general game programming wisdom, tips for performance improvement, as well as pointers to alternative implementations and further reading. It is assumed that the reader has previous programming knowledge but not necessarily with Objective-C. Related topics such as Xcode, Objective-C, the iPhone SDK, and OpenGL are only discussed where absolutely necessary.

In this riveting follow-up to The Grail Conspiracy, famed journalist Cotten Stone is at the top of her craft until one of her discoveries is proven to be a hoax. Without a steady job, credibility, or a shred of self-respect, the struggling reporter fades from the limelight. A year later at a famous Inca site, she unearths a crystal tablet that predicts the Great Flood and another final "cleansing"—yet to take place—to be led by the daughter of an angel. According to the Venatori—an ancient society of spiritual warriors—a series of these sacred tablets exist...and the last one holds the key to surviving Armegeddon. Racing to recover this last secret before the Fallen Ones, Cotten comes face to face with her terrifying destiny, a legacy to battle the Son of the Dawn until the End of Days. Praise: "Fascinating and breathless, The Last Secret by Lynn Sholes and Joe Moore will leave you glued to your chair. From Texas to Peru and Italy, the story sweeps across centuries in a quest for the secret key to surviving Armageddon. Sholes and Moore are true story-tellers, with unerring eyes and the souls of artists. You'll love this one!"—Gayle Lynds, New York Times Bestselling author of The Last Spymaster "Demonic possession, strange suicides, and Biblical prophecy collide in Sholes and Moore's The Last Secret, an intelligent religious thriller with bite. Once again, Cotten Stone proves herself to be a heroine for the new millennium. Insightful, engrossing . . . but more importantly, a suspenseful thriller from first page to last!"—James Rollins, New York Times bestseller of Black Order "Hold on tight to The Last Secret—and enjoy the ride!"—Nelson Erlick, author of The Xeno Solution and GermLine

The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.