Interest in supernatural phenomena was high during Charles Dickens' lifetime He had always loved a good ghost story himself particularly at Christmas time & was open-minded willing to accept & indeed put to the test the existence of spirits His natural inclinations toward drama & the macabre made him a brilliant teller of ghost tales & in the twenty stories presented here which include his celebrated A Christmas Carol the full range of his gothic talents can be seen Chilling as some of these stories are Dickens has managed to inject characteristically grotesque comedy as he writes of revenge insanity pre-cognition & dream visions he indulges also in some debunking of contemporary credulity ...

The gods & goddesses of ancient Egypt worshipped for over half of recorded history are among the most fascinating & complex of any civilization Here is a comprehensive & authoritative guide to the deities that lay at the heart of Egyptian religion & society It examines the evolution worship & eventual decline of the numerous gods & goddesses
- from minor household figures such as Bes & Taweret to the all-powerful deities Amun & Re
- that made Egypt the most completely theocratic society of the ancient world & made Egyptians according to Herodotus 'more religious than any other people'

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This comprehensive & accessible reference guide provides an in-depth exploration into the art of painting with acrylics & has been created as one book that will accompany the reader on the complete journey from beginner to artist With expert advice & step-by-step guidance in a wide range of techniques this is an indispensable resource for beginning artists students & experienced painters alike Drawing on the expertise of master painters from around the world Complete Guide to Acrylics covers every aspect of working in acrylics in detail from materials & mediums to tools & techniques It is also a very practical approach brimming with demonstrations to explain & reinforce the essential skills & offering useful insights into all stages of the creative process Accompanied by a wealth of images & with a useful reference section with technical data & notes on commissions selling & exhibiting this is the ultimate desktop resource for artists students & hobbyists alike ...

Bible journaling is the powerful & popular new way to engage with scripture through art Complete Guide to Bible Journaling is your go-to guide to the latest lettering drawing painting & crafting techniques for bringing God's Word to life Learn all about the different types of tools that today's Bible journalers use to connect their faith with creativity Discover wonderful ways to express your spirit by tracing drawing & patterning Get tips on using stencils coloured pencils watercolours acrylic paints rubber stamps washi tape & much more Meet some of the world's leading Bible journaling artists who share the stories of their personal faith journeys A colourful gallery offers inspiring examples of journaling both inside & outside the Bible A bonus section-worth more than GBP35 retail-provides hundreds of exciting stickers index tabs vellum overlays & illustrations to trace & colour ...

Are you intent on capturing the perfect sunset? A budding photojournalist? Or ready to take your holiday snaps to the next level? The Complete Guide to Digital Photography is your definitive guide to taking processing & printing sharper more colourful & better looking pictures Ian Farrell's expert tips take you from the basics of using your camera to advanced darkroom techniques with 52 step-by-step projects including portraits landscapes still-life images fast-moving objects & photographing live events Introducing you to the latest software & techniques & featuring technical tips interviews with the professionals troubleshooting & over 400 inspirational images the Complete Guide to Digital Photography is the ultimate master class in digital photography Contents include Portrait photography Landscape photography Street photography Nature & wildlife Dynamic live action Special effects Macro photography Travel photography Wedding photography Digital darkroom Colour management Sharpening High dynamic range Skin smoothing Printing your images Making a portfolio Your first exhibition Selling your photographs ...

See a Mesos-based big data stack created & the components used You will use currently available Apache full & incubating systems The components are introduced by example & you learn how they work together In the Complete Guide to Open Source Big Data Stack the author begins by creating a private cloud & then installs & examines Apache Brooklyn After that he uses each chapter to introduce one piece of the big data stack-sharing how to source the software & how to install it You learn by simple example step by step & chapter by chapter as a real big data stack is created The book concentrates on Apache-based systems & shares detailed examples of cloud storage release management resource management processing queuing frameworks data visualization & more What You'll Learn Install a private cloud onto the local cluster using Apache cloud stack Source install & configure Apache Brooklyn Mesos Kafka & Zeppelin See how Brooklyn can be used to install Mule ESB on a cluster & Cassandra in the cloud Install & use DCOS for big data processing Use Apache Spark for big data stack data processing Who This Book Is For Developers architects IT project managers database administrators & others charged with developing or supporting a big data system It is also for anyone interested in Hadoop or big data & those experiencing problems with data size ...

The Complete Guide to Sports Massage 3rd edition is a comprehensive practical handbook Now with additional photography & the latest techniques this is a must-have guide for students of sports therapy & anyone wanting a performance advantage Sports massage is the skilled manipulation of soft tissue for the relief & treatment of muscle soreness & pain; the maintenance of muscle balance & enhanced flexibility; & enhanced rehabilitation from injury Packed with jargon-free information this fully updated guide

Includes:: step-by-step photography & detailed text explaining the principles & techniques of massage; injury management & post-massage care; as well as practical guidance on working at a sports event

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In this beautifully produced book artist & teacher David Webb shares his expertise to provide comprehensive guidance for anyone painting in watercolour from beginners up How-to techniques are at the heart of the book & feature detailed explanations & demonstrations that will get you progressing fast with a real understanding of the medium Included in this section are Help!' panels that focus on what can go wrong the typical mistakes made & how you can avoid them Readers will also discover the widest possible range of watercolour techniques thanks to our team of internationally recognised guest artists who will be revealing some of their painting secrets in a series of life lessons'
- how they appear to get the paint to really glow & their paintings to spring into life
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Want to get into woodworking but don't know where to start? Then this is the book for you Designer-maker-teacher Chris Tribe walks you through the processes step-by-step answering all your questions along the way What tools do you need? How do you use them? What wood should you use & where can you get it from? & how do you give it that professional finish? You will find out all about setting up a workshop mastering the essential woodworking techniques & making & finishing some specially designed projects to put your new skills into practice Chris's detailed instructions will show you how to use hand tools as well as portable power tools & his troubleshooting' clinics that appear throughout the book will explain what to do if things don't turn out as expected & how to get your project back on track ...

Are you looking for a complete course in Hindi which takes you effortlessly from beginner to confident speaker? Whether you are starting from scratch or are just out of practice Complete Hindi will guarantee success! The course is structured in thematic units & the emphasis is placed on communication so that you effortlessly progress from introducing yourself & dealing with everyday situations to using the phone & talking about work Complete Hindi follows an interesting storyline to keep you engaged & allow you to progress rapidly while learning about the culture of India It's Colloquial approach means that you can be understood by both Hindi & Urdu speakers since both languages are virtually identical at this level Complete Hindi has the following key features
- PRACTICAL numerous exercises are provided throughout the book with an answer key at the end
- ESTEEMED AUTHOR widely recognized as a world class teacher- AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems & quick tips for success based on the authors' many years of experience-GRAMMAR TIPS Easy-to-follow building blocks to give you a clear understanding-USEFUL VOCABULARY Easy to find & learn to build a solid foundation for speaking-DIALOGUES Read & listen to everyday dialogues to help you speak & understand fast-PRONUNCIATION Don't sound like a tourist! Perfect your pronunciation before you go-TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book & online to keep track of your progress By the end of this course you will approach Level B2 of the Common European Framework for Languages Can interact with a degree of fluency & spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party This pack

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