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Wargaming on a Budget: Gaming Constrained by Money or Space

by Iain Dickie

Wargaming can be a very expensive hobby, but it needn't be. Iain Dickie, one of the best-known names in the hobby shares dozens of hints and tips on how to cut the cost of your gaming and get 'more bang for your buck'. He offers sound practical advice on buying and building your armies (should you opt for metal, plastic, or even card, and in which scale?), gaming tables, terrain, buildings and even storage solutions. As well as purely financial constraints, Iain Dickie also recognizes the fact that available space is another major restriction for many gamers and tackles this issue too. Now you've got no excuse not to get wargaming!

Warhammer 40,000 The Ultimate Guide

by Gavin Thorpe Guy Haley

The first-ever Warhammer 40,000 encyclopedia is here.Dive into the vast universe of Warhammer 40,000 and explore miniatures from every faction, captured in all their glory through official photography. Follow key characters throughout the evolution of their models and experience in pinpoint detail the warriors who wage endless war across the ravaged galaxy of the 41st Millennium.Explore the Warhammer 40,000 universe and its factions in striking detail:The first book of its kind, this Ultimate Guide goes into unparalleled detail on the miniatures and lore of Warhammer 40,000 and is sure to delight long-time fans and newcomers alike.Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of beautifully shot photographs of Warhammer 40,000 miniatures that showcase fine details and intricate designs across each faction, from the mighty Space Marines to the ravenous Tyranids, foul Chaos Daemons, deathless Necrons – and more.Written by Guy Haley and Gav Thorpe – these prolific Black Library authors who are household names of Warhammer fandom walk you through this world with richly detailed descriptions and insights into the lore.Packed with insight into the game’s defining miniatures, Warhammer 40,000: The Ultimate Guide goes deep into the Warhammer 40,000 universe like never before. Whether you’re a new fan who wants a complete guide to the setting, a collector of miniatures, a follower of the lore, or simply looking to celebrate your favorite hobby, this must-have volume is an essential visual journey through the grim darkness of Warhammer 40,000.© Copyright Games Workshop Limited 2024

Warren Buffett: In His Own Words (In Their Own Words)

by David Andrews

A collection of hundreds of thoughtful and inspiring quotations from &“the folksy god of American capitalism&” (Vanity Fair). For more than half a century, Warren Buffett, the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has been one of the world&’s most respected businessmen, not just because of his savvy investments and unmatched record of returns, but also because of his humility, candor, and refreshing perspective on wealth. Despite this tremendous success, the Oracle of Omaha doesn&’t feel entitled to the $89 billion net worth his abilities have earned him. Instead, he likes to say that he was born at the right place and time, and as an active philanthropist, he has already pledged to give most of his money to charity. This modesty in the face of proven talent is part of what makes Buffett as popular on Main Street as he is on Wall Street—he is one of the world&’s wealthiest men and yet he is still personable and relatable. A comprehensive guidebook to the inner workings of this business icon, Warren Buffett: In His Own Words provides insight into his thoughts on investing, Wall Street, business, politics, taxes, life lessons, and more. This collection of quotations draws from decades of interviews, editorials, and annual shareholder reports, amassing a comprehensive outline of how Buffett believes a good business is run and a good life is led. It&’s advice that Buffett has successfully adhered to throughout his 88 years, and it&’s now available in Warren Buffett: In His Own Words.

Warrior Workouts, Volume 3: 100 of the All-Time Greatest Military and Tactical Fitness Workouts

by Stewart Smith

Get fit now with these awesome collections of workouts designed by a Navy SEAL for maximum fitness, strength, endurance and total conditioning."Pain is weakness leaving the body" say the Navy SEALs and Warrior Workouts, Volume 3 will not disappoint. Developed and tested by best-selling fitness author and expert Stewart Smith, the workouts in Warrior Workouts, Volume 3 will challenge you like no other exercise program available. Whether you are an everyday athlete or aspire to greatness, Warrior Workouts, Volume 3 will leave no man standing! Drawn from essential training and workout plans used for police officers, military spec ops, and firefighters to keep them optimally fit, the book offers more workout collections for result-driven fitness. If the only easy workout was yesterday's then this collection delivers.

Warriors: The Greatest Fighters In History (Reference Non-fiction (scholastic Inc) Ser.)

by Sean Callery

This stunning book about the greatest warriors of all time is packed with facts, infographics, expert text, and photography from museums and private collections.WARRIORS is a feast of cool visuals--you'll see a wealth of objects and artifacts that will leave you wide-eyed. Explore collections of weapons, armor, uniforms, medals, everyday equipment, and much more. Find out what these objects can show us about battle tactics, key moments in history, and life as a soldier. Meet the most famous warriors of all time. What weapons did ancient Spartan warriors use? How heavy was a knight's armor? What equipment did Civil Warsoldiers rely on? Who were the first warriors to take to the skies? What hi-tech kit gives today's pilots the edge?WARRIORS uses hundreds of images along with fact-packed infographics and expert text topresent important and unique information that holds kids' attention and appeals to their desire to collect amazing facts. Now in ebook!

Was Beethoven a Birdwatcher?: A Bird's Eye History of the World

by David Turner

This humorous and insightful guide delves into literature, science, religion, fine art and popular culture to reveal how a bird can be far more than the sum of its parts. Worshipped as gods and damned as agents of the Devil, birds have fostered scientific breakthroughs and even helped incite a war. This is full of brilliant curios.

Was Beethoven a Birdwatcher?: A Bird's Eye History of the World

by David Turner

This humorous and insightful guide delves into literature, science, religion, fine art and popular culture to reveal how a bird can be far more than the sum of its parts. Worshipped as gods and damned as agents of the Devil, birds have fostered scientific breakthroughs and even helped incite a war. This is full of brilliant curios.

Was ist Digitalität?: Philosophische und pädagogische Perspektiven (Digitalitätsforschung / Digitality Research)

by Uta Hauck-Thum Jörg Noller

Der Begriff der Digitalität ist erst in jüngster Zeit ins Zentrum der Kultur- und Geisteswissenschaft gerückt. Er entspricht nicht dem Verständnis von Digitalisierung im Sinne der Entwicklung von Technologien, der Erfassung und Speicherung von Daten und der Automatisierung von Abläufen. Vielmehr reflektiert Digitalität auf kulturelle und gesellschaftliche Realitäten und Lebensformen, die mit der Digitalisierung einhergehen und diese im Wechselspiel wiederum ermöglichen. Ziel des Bandes ist es, das Phänomen der Digitalität näher zu bestimmen und den Blick auf kulturelle, philosophische, didaktische und soziologische Aspekte des Lebens in einer digitalisierten Welt zu richten. Folgende Fragen stehen dabei im Zentrum:In welchem Verhältnis stehen die Phänomene „Digitalisierung“ und „Digitalität“?Wie verändern sich Lehr- und Lernprozesse im Kontext von Digitalisierung und Digitalität?Welche Herausforderungen, Chancen und Probleme ergeben sich aus der Digitalität für die Zukunft der Gesellschaft und der Universitäten?Wie lässt sich die Kultur der Digitalität gezielt gestalten und vermitteln?

Was lebt?: Die Grundfrage der Biologie

by Aleksandar Janjic

Bei allen Arbeiten zu der Entstehung des Lebens steht zunächst die Frage, wie Leben an sich überhaupt betrachtet oder definiert werden soll. Das Buch widmet sich allein dieser Fragestellung und zeigt auf, welche Probleme und Herausforderungen es gibt, wenn versucht wird, das Leben einheitlich und wissenschaftlich zu beschreiben. Die Allgemeinheit geht davon aus, dass eine Beschreibung des Lebens in der Biologie recht einfach ist und dass es darüber keine großen Meinungsunterschiede gibt. Tatsächlich gibt es in der heutigen Forschung keine allgemein gültige Definition des Lebens. Der Leser wird hier Schritt für Schritt und mit verständlichen Worten an die Tatsache herangeführt, dass es eher theoretische Physiker und Informationswissenschaftler sind, die die heutigen Definitionen vorantreiben, und nicht die klassischen Biologen. Der Leser wird im Buch immer wieder konsequent angesprochen und dazu aufgefordert, eigene Gedankengänge mit einzubringen und sich dadurch selbst in gedankliche Widersprüche zu verwickeln.

Washington Driver Guide

by Washington State Department of Transportation

Washington Driver Guide by the Washington State Department of Transportation

Washington Information Directory 2016-2017

by Cq Press

Washington Information Directory is this essential one-stop resource for information on U.S. governmental and nongovernmental agencies and organizations. This thoroughly researched guide provides capsule descriptions that help users quickly and easily find the right person at the right organizations. Washington Information Directory offers three easy ways to find information: by name, by organization, and through detailed subject indexes. It also includes dozens of resource boxes on particular topics and organization charts for federal agencies and NGOs. With more than 10,000 listings, the 2016-2017 edition of Washington Information Directory features concise organization descriptions and contact information for: Federal departments and agencies Congressional members, committees, and organizations Nongovernemental and international organizations Courts and judiciary organization As well as contact information for: Governors and other state officials U.S. ambassadors and foreign diplomats Nearly 200 House and Senate caucuses

Washington Information Directory 2019-2020

by Cq Press

The Washington Information Directory is the essential one-stop source for information on U.S. governmental and nongovernmental agencies and organizations. This thoroughly researched guide provides capsule descriptions that help users quickly and easily find the right person at the right organization. The Washington Information Directory offers three easy ways to find information: by name, by organization, and through detailed subject indexes. Although it is a “directory, the volume is topically organized, and within the taxonomic structure the relevant organizations are listed not only with contact information but with a brief paragraph describing what the organization (whether government or nongovernmental) does related to that topic. It is focused on Washington—in order to be listed, an organization must have an office in the Washington metropolitan area. These descriptions are not boilerplate advertising material from the organizations; rather, they are hand-crafted by a talented freelance research team. In addition, the Washington Information Directory pulls together 55 organization charts for federal agencies, congressional resources related to each chapter topic, hotline and contact information for various specific areas of interest (from Food Safety Resources to internships in Washington), and an extensive list of active congressional caucuses and contact details. It has two appendices, one with thorough information on congresspersons and committees, and the second with governors and embassies. With more than 10,000 listing and coverage of the new presidential administration, the 2019–2020 Edition features contact information for the following: • 116th Congress and federal agencies • Nongovernmental organizations • Policy groups, foundations, and institutions • Governors and other state officials • U.S. ambassadors and foreign diplomats • Congressional caucuses

Washington Information Directory 2019-2020

by Cq Press

The Washington Information Directory is the essential one-stop source for information on U.S. governmental and nongovernmental agencies and organizations. This thoroughly researched guide provides capsule descriptions that help users quickly and easily find the right person at the right organization. The Washington Information Directory offers three easy ways to find information: by name, by organization, and through detailed subject indexes. Although it is a “directory, the volume is topically organized, and within the taxonomic structure the relevant organizations are listed not only with contact information but with a brief paragraph describing what the organization (whether government or nongovernmental) does related to that topic. It is focused on Washington—in order to be listed, an organization must have an office in the Washington metropolitan area. These descriptions are not boilerplate advertising material from the organizations; rather, they are hand-crafted by a talented freelance research team. In addition, the Washington Information Directory pulls together 55 organization charts for federal agencies, congressional resources related to each chapter topic, hotline and contact information for various specific areas of interest (from Food Safety Resources to internships in Washington), and an extensive list of active congressional caucuses and contact details. It has two appendices, one with thorough information on congresspersons and committees, and the second with governors and embassies. With more than 10,000 listing and coverage of the new presidential administration, the 2019–2020 Edition features contact information for the following: • 116th Congress and federal agencies • Nongovernmental organizations • Policy groups, foundations, and institutions • Governors and other state officials • U.S. ambassadors and foreign diplomats • Congressional caucuses

Washington Information Directory 2020-2021 (Washington Information Directory)

by CQ Press

The Washington Information Directory (WID) is a topically organized reference resource that lists contact information for federal agencies and nongovernmental organizations in the Washington metro area along with a brief paragraph describing what each organization does related to that topic. In addition, WID pulls together 55 organization charts for federal agencies, congressional resources related to each chapter topic, hotline and contact information for various specific areas of interest (from Food Safety Resources to internships in Washington), and an extensive list of active congressional caucuses and contact details. WID has two appendices, one with thorough information on congresspersons and committees, and the second with governors and embassies.

Washington Information Directory 2020-2021 (Washington Information Directory)

by CQ Press

The Washington Information Directory (WID) is a topically organized reference resource that lists contact information for federal agencies and nongovernmental organizations in the Washington metro area along with a brief paragraph describing what each organization does related to that topic. In addition, WID pulls together 55 organization charts for federal agencies, congressional resources related to each chapter topic, hotline and contact information for various specific areas of interest (from Food Safety Resources to internships in Washington), and an extensive list of active congressional caucuses and contact details. WID has two appendices, one with thorough information on congresspersons and committees, and the second with governors and embassies.

Washington Information Directory 2021-2022

by Cq Press

The Washington Information Directory (WID) is a topically organized reference resource that lists contact information for federal agencies and nongovernmental organizations in the Washington metro area along with a brief paragraph describing what each organization does related to that topic. In addition, The Washington Information Directory pulls together 55 organization charts for federal agencies, congressional resources related to each chapter topic, hotline and contact information for various specific areas of interest (from Food Safety Resources to internships in Washington), and an extensive list of active congressional caucuses and contact details.

Washington Information Directory 2021-2022

by Cq Press

The Washington Information Directory (WID) is a topically organized reference resource that lists contact information for federal agencies and nongovernmental organizations in the Washington metro area along with a brief paragraph describing what each organization does related to that topic. In addition, The Washington Information Directory pulls together 55 organization charts for federal agencies, congressional resources related to each chapter topic, hotline and contact information for various specific areas of interest (from Food Safety Resources to internships in Washington), and an extensive list of active congressional caucuses and contact details.

Washington Information Directory 2023-2024

by Cq Press

The Washington Information Directory (WID) is a topically organized reference resource that lists contact information for federal agencies and nongovernmental organizations in the Washington metro area along with a brief paragraph describing what each organization does related to that topic. In addition, WID pulls together 55 organization charts for federal agencies, congressional resources related to each chapter topic, hotline and contact information for various specific areas of interest (from Food Safety Resources to internships in Washington), and an extensive list of active congressional caucuses and contact details. WID has two appendices, one with thorough information on congresspersons and committees, and the second with governors and embassies.

Washington Information Directory 2023-2024

by Cq Press

The Washington Information Directory (WID) is a topically organized reference resource that lists contact information for federal agencies and nongovernmental organizations in the Washington metro area along with a brief paragraph describing what each organization does related to that topic. In addition, WID pulls together 55 organization charts for federal agencies, congressional resources related to each chapter topic, hotline and contact information for various specific areas of interest (from Food Safety Resources to internships in Washington), and an extensive list of active congressional caucuses and contact details. WID has two appendices, one with thorough information on congresspersons and committees, and the second with governors and embassies.

Washington on Leadership: Lessons and Wisdom from the Father of Our Country

by George Washington

George Washington is most famous for leading America to victory during the American Revolution and for being the first president of the United States. One does not have those successes without being a great leader.In Washington on Leadership, learn firsthand from the father of our country about the skill, tactics, and techniques that go into great leadership. Such brilliant wisdom Washington has offered includes:"Associate with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for it is better to be alone than in bad company.""To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.""It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one."Whether discussing military tactics, life lessons, or knowledge from his forty-plus years of service for our country, George Washington is certainly a person that everyone should look up to as the basis for how to lead and as an expert on the finer points of taking control for the greater good.

The Washington Post Pulitzers: Commentary, Kathleen Parker

by Kathleen Parker

Recipient of the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary. Kathleen Parker, former staff writer for the Orlando Sentinel and author of SAVE THE MALES: WHY MEN MATTER, WHY WOMEN SHOULD CARE, informs and astounds readers with her Pulitzer Prize-winning columns for The Washington Post. No subject too charged or controversial; Parker tackles topics as incendiary as abortion, as charged as race, as current as President Obama, as deceptively whimsical as Twitter. Shaped by wisdom, originality, and good, old-fashioned reporting, Kathleen Parker never fails to leave her readers entertained and enlightened.

Washington Trivia: Revised Edition

by John Hedtke

Test your knowledge of the Evergreen State with this revised and updated trivia book covering its history, geography, sports, culture, and more!Known for Seattle’s Space Needle, spectacular mountains, innovative technology, and outdoor adventure, the state of Washington is celebrated in Washington Trivia. Here the reader can find out what Washington city elects an official grouch each year, what started the Spokane fire of 1889, and for what wrongdoing the first automobile owner in Clark County was cited.

The Washingtons. Volume 1: Seven Generations of the Presidential Branch (The Washingtons: A Family History #1)

by Justin Glenn

This is the initial volume of a comprehensive history that traces the “Presidential line” of the Washingtons. Volume one begins with the immigrant John Washington who settled in Westmoreland Co., Va., in 1657, married Anne Pope, and was the great-grandfather of President George Washington. This volume continues the story of John and Anne’s family for a total of seven generations, collecting over 5,000 direct descendants. Future volumes will trace eight more generations with a total of over 63,000 descendants. Although structured in a genealogical format for the sake of clarity, this is no bare bones genealogy but a true family history with over 1,200 detailed biographical narratives. These in turn strive to convey the greatness of the family that produced not only The Father of His Country but many others, great and humble, who struggled to build that country. The Washingtons includes the time-honored John Wright line which in recent years has been challenged largely on the basis of DNA evidence. Volumes one and two will form a set, with a cumulative bibliography appearing at the end of volume 2. Volume two will highlight the most notable descendants and spouses from the later volumes, including such luminaries as General George S. Patton, the author Shelby Foote, and the actor Lee Marvin. All of the volumes, now estimated at fourteen in all, are virtually complete and are scheduled for release over the course of the next year.

The Washingtons. Volume 2: Notable Members of the Presidential Branch (The Washingtons: A Family History #2)

by Justin Glenn

This is the second volume of a comprehensive history that traces the “Presidential line” of the Washingtons. Volume one began with the immigrant John Washington who settled in Westmoreland Co., Va., in 1657, married Anne Pope, and was the great-grandfather of President George Washington. It continued the record of their descendants for a total of seven generations. Volume two is a collection of notable descendants of the next eight generations of John and Anne Washington’s descendants, including such luminaries as General George S. Patton, the author Shelby Foote, and the actor Lee Marvin. Future volumes will trace generations eight through fifteen, making a total of over 63,000 descendants. Although structured in a genealogical format for the sake of clarity, this is no bare bones genealogy but a true family history with over 1,200 detailed biographical narratives. These in turn strive to convey the greatness of the family that produced not only The Father of His Country but many others, great and humble, who struggled to build that country. The Washingtons includes the time-honored John Wright line which in recent years has been challenged largely on the basis of DNA evidence. Volumes one and two form a set, with a cumulative bibliography appearing at the end of volume two.

The Washingtons. Volume 3: Royal Descents of the Presidential Branch (The Washingtons: A Family History #3)

by Justin Glenn

This Royal Descents supplement is an outgrowth of the author’s multi-volume family history of the “Presidential Branch” of the Washingtons. That work collects the descendants of the immigrant John Washington who settled in Westmoreland Co., Va., in 1657, married Anne Pope, and became the great-grandfather of President George Washington. The Royal Descents traces the ancestry of the early Virginia members of this “Presidential Branch” back in time to the aristocracy and nobility of England and continental Europe, including the Plantagenet dynasty, William the Conqueror, Alfred the Great, Charles Martel, and Charlemagne. ADVANCE PRAISE for The Washingtons: A Family History “I am convinced that your work will be of wide interest to historians and academics as well as members of the Washington family itself. Although the surname Washington is perhaps the best known in American history and much has been written about the Washington family for well over a century, it is surprising that no comprehensive family history has been published. Justin M. Glenn’s The Washingtons: A Family History finally fills this void for the branch to which General and President George Washington belonged, identifying some 63,000 descendants. This is truly a family history, not a mere tabulation of names and dates, providing biographical accounts of many of the descendants of John Washington who settled in Westmoreland County, Virginia, in 1657. . . . Each individual section is followed by extensive listings of published and manuscript sources supporting the information presented and errors of identification in previous publications are commented upon as appropriate.” John Frederick Dorman, editor of The Virginia Genealogist (1957-2006) and author of Adventurers of Purse and Person “Decades of reviewing Civil War books have left me surprised and delighted when someone applies exhaustive diligence to a topic not readily accessible. Dr. Glenn surely meets that standard with the meticulous research that unveils the Washington family in gratifying detail—many of them Confederates of interest and importance.” Robert K. Krick, author of The Smoothbore Volley that Doomed the Confederacy and Stonewall Jackson at Cedar Mountain

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