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Histories of the Soviet / Russian Space Program - Volume 1: Review of the Soviet Space Program 1967, Soviet Space Programs, 1966-70 - Sputnik, Vostok, Luna, Zond, Soyuz, Manned Moon Plans    by Progressive Management
Price: $9.99 USD. 331560 words. Language: English. Published on May 19, 2013. Nonfiction » Engineering, trades, and technology » Aeronautics & Astronautics.

This fascinating and informative series of Soviet space program history reports begins with this reproduction of two truly historic documents: Review of the Soviet Space Program 1967 and Soviet Space Programs, 1966-70.
Golden Age Essays    by Edward Rochon
You set the price! 56390 words. Language: English. Published on May 17, 2013. Nonfiction » Philosophy » Essays.

a collection of essays attacking commonly accepted mathematical, scientific and metaphysical notions that are impeding the progress of the human race. in particular the infinite is expunged from mathematics and science, materialism and atheism shown to be irrational, and sages of the past critiqued for totalitarian sentiments. The theories of Newton, Einstein and Aristotle are critiqued.
The Economics of True Sustainability    by Tom Bender
Price: $7.77 USD. 62090 words. Language: English. Published on May 13, 2013. Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Development / sustainable development.

A new economics ten times as effective as present, revealing we have enough resources and energy to make the whole world a success. Embraces ecological systems, material/energy resource limits, life-force energy. Includes vital core aspects of life - values, life goals, and the sacred - restoring their visibility and attainability. Resolves core dysfunctionalities of our culture.
Bogeys and Bandits    by Robert Gandt
Price: $4.99 USD. 107060 words. Language: English. Published on May 13, 2013. Nonfiction » Engineering, trades, and technology » Aeronautics & Astronautics.

Former naval aviator and award-winning military writer Robert Gandt had the chance to return to his old base to fly one of the fastest, sleekest jets in the world. In Bogeys and Bandits he takes the reader along for the ride.
Social Geography in International Perspective    by John Eyles
Price: $12.00 USD. 82880 words. Language: English. Published by Society for Philosophy & Culture  on May 13, 2013. Nonfiction » Science and Nature » Geography.

The social geography movement has not been evenly spread throughout different parts of the world vary in the emphasis they give to topics. This book surveys the current international situation of the social geography school. It discusses the contemporary trends, the leading figures, issues of concern, and differences of approach that are now to be found in social geography around the world
Whispers from the Wild    by Jacqueline Carl
Price: $9.99 USD. 131600 words. Language: English. Published on May 12, 2013. Nonfiction » Science and Nature » Animals.

The American Wildlife Foundation is a place where people come to help animals, and along the way they usually end up helping each other and themselves.
Honey Bees and Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD): Latest Official Information on the Role of the Varroa Mite, Neonicotinoid Pesticides, Bee Management Stress, Genetics & Breeding    by Progressive Management
Price: $9.99 USD. 114240 words. Language: English. Published on May 4, 2013. Nonfiction » Science and Nature » Life Sciences / Zoology / Entomology.

This comprehensive compilation of official government documents provides complete details about Colony Collapse Disorder affecting honey bees, with the latest 2013 report on the suspected causes of the devastating problem, and earlier reports thoroughly tracing the history of CCD to it origin.
NASA Space Technology Report: Heliophysics - The New Science of the Sun-Solar System Connection, Recommended Roadmap for Science and Technology 2005-2035    by Progressive Management
Price: $9.99 USD. 70680 words. Language: English. Published on May 1, 2013. Nonfiction » Science and Nature » Cosmos.

Heliophysics is the comprehensive new term for the science of the Sun-Solar System Connection; exploration, discovery, and understanding of our space environment; system science that unites all of the linked phenomena in the region of the cosmos influenced by a star like our Sun.
NASA Space Technology Report: Lunar and Planetary Bases, Habitats, and Colonies, Special Bibliography Including Mars Settlements, Materials, Life Support, Logistics, Robotic Systems    by Progressive Management
Price: $9.99 USD. 85690 words. Language: English. Published on May 1, 2013. Nonfiction » Engineering, trades, and technology » Aeronautics & Astronautics.

This is a special bibliography from the NASA Scientific and Technical Information Program which Includes the design and construction of lunar and Mars bases, habitats, and settlements; construction materials and equipment; life support systems; base operations and logistics; thermal management and power systems; and robotic systems; abstracts are included.
Een Groenlander in Afrika    by Koos Dijksterhuis
You set the price! 117570 words. Language: Dutch. Published by Fosfor  on April 24, 2013. Nonfiction » Travel » Essays & Travelogues.

Ze dribbelen langs het strand op zes tenen: drie aan elke voet. Als je op het strand wandelt, lopen ze voor je uit, tot ze ineens terugsnorren. Drieteenstrandlopers zijn gezelligheidsdieren. ’s Winters hollen ze over de stranden van Schotland tot Zuid-Afrika. Maar waarom vliegen ze eigenlijk naar Afrika als ze ook in Nederland kunnen overwinteren? En waarom broeden ze helemaal bij de Noordpool?