Showing results for "Air" in Literary History & Criticism

The Hardy boys were sons of a celebrated American detective and from their father learned the particulars of a number of unusual crimes. They were fired with zeal to bring the criminals to justice, and during their hours from school, and during their vacation days, they followed up clues they unearthed themselves — aiding their parent very materially. Stories which are absorbing in the extreme. - Summary from the book jacket This is number nine of the "Original Ten" Hardy Boys books which have been regarded by some as the best of the series and the publisher, the Stratemeyer Syndicate. The ...

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This is an immensely readable book explaining anything to do with air - the atmosphere, wind and clouds, and life. This 1896 explanation has since been overtaken by more specific scientific discoveries, but the general concepts certainly still hold true until today. Any beginner interested in meteorology will find this book a great place to start. - Summary by Carolin

Joseph Priestley, FRS was an 18th-century English theologian, Dissenting clergyman, natural philosopher, chemist, educator, and political theorist who published over 150 works. In “Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air,” he reviews experiments with gases. A common theme in this work is measuring the volumes of gases held in glass tubes, and their increase or decrease when exposed to other substances. He also tests the effects of gases on mice, plants and insects. Priestley demonstrated that fixed air (now known as CO2) can be produced from several reactions including ...

Sir Richard Owen coined the term "dinosaur" ("Terrible Reptile" or "Fearfully Great Reptile") in the 19th century. When Harry G. Seeley, a student of law at that time, attended a lecture on flying reptiles, his interest in paleontology was piqued, and he pursued paleontology for the remainder of his life. He determined that dinosaurs could be divided into two groups, the lizard-hipped dinosaurs and the bird-hipped dinosaurs. He is also credited with characterizing flying dinosaurs as warm-blooded active flyers rather than cold-blooded passive gliders. His popular book on the flying dinosaurs, ...

Il y a des choses qu’on ne nous apprend pas. On les observe. On les ressent. On les garde en soi. Ce podcast raconte ces gestes, ces odeurs, ces souvenirs qui traversent le temps sans jamais passer par les mots. À travers la cuisine, l’enfance et la transmission, je vous emmène dans un voyage intime, là où tout commence… souvent sans qu’on s’en rende compte. Bienvenue dans un monde où chaque histoire a une odeur.

Never was there a more clever young aviator than Dave Dashaway, and all up-to-date youths will be will surely wish to hear about about him. In this, the last volume of the Dave Dashaway adventure series, Dave, with the assistance of his loyal chum Hiram Dobbs, makes several daring trips, and then enters a contest for a big prize. An aviation tale thrilling in the extreme. Written by Weldon J. Cobb under the Stratemeyer Syndicate pseudonym "Roy Rockwood." (Summary from the original book jacket and Scott Danneker)

Free Air is a witty and romantic road trip novel set in the early 20th century. When an aristocratic New Englander and her father drive from Minneapolis to Seattle, they encounter the untamed beauty of America—and a noble but humble commoner who captures her heart. Sinclair Lewis blends humor, class satire, and adventure in this charming and insightful journey.

Cleopatra is one of the most famous women in history - and thanks to Shakespeare, one of the most intriguing personalities in literature. Award-winning writer and beloved professor Harold Bloom delivers exhilarating clarity and invites us to look at this character as a flawed human who might be living in our world. He also explores his own personal relationship to the character: Just as we encounter one Anna Karenina or Jay Gatsby when we are in high school and college and another when we are adults, Bloom explains his shifting understanding of Cleopatra over the course of his own lifetime.

Matilda Goes On Air è un programma radio di Agnese Baini, in onda ogni mercoledì 13-13.30 sulle frequenze di Radio Fragola.

Remember the BBC Docusoap Airport from the 1990's? If you do, you'll remember the star of the show Jeremy Spake. To celebrate 30 years since Jeremy first started filming with the BBC at Heathrow he has been persuaded to re-record Jeremy's Airport, the book he wrote to accompany the award winning show. Join Lily as she speaks to Jeremy about the book, series and his experiences of being filmed at one of the busiest airports in the world, as well as hear Jeremy narrate the book from cover to cover.

I first discovered this captivating book in the fifth grade, and over fifty years later, it still enchants me. Ernest Thompson Seton was not only a passionate advocate for nature and its creatures but also an extraordinary storyteller. I could truly empathize with Wahb, the great grizzly, as he navigated the challenges of avoiding humans while striving to live freely in his natural habitat. Listening to this audiobook promises to be an enriching hour and a half. Summary by Mike Vendetti, Narrator.

Stateside covers what you need (and want) to know about Michigan. Tune in every day at 3 and 8 p.m. or find it on demand on your favorite podcast platform. Stateside is hosted by April Baer.

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Diamo voce alla letteratura... Romanzi, racconti, poesie ed esperimenti letti ed interpretati da Matteo Bonanni.

Air Livre est un podcast littéraire animé par une libraire passionnée et son équipe féline 🐾 Tous les mois, découvrez nos sélections thématiques et nos coups de cœur littéraires, d’ici et d’ailleurs, qu’il s’agisse de nouveautés ou de classiques méconnus. Un cabinet de curiosités littéraires, un melting-pot de lectures pour les curieux, les curieuses et les passionné·e·s de littérature.

Dalla collaborazione tra Radio Roma Sound e Feltrinelli Via Appia Nuova nasce FELTRINELLI ON AIR.Ogni episodio è un incontro unico con autori emergenti e affermati che si raccontano attraverso le loro opere.

Quante cose ci sono dietro le pagine di un libro? Temi, pensieri, riflessioni che molto spesso non trovano il giusto spazio tra le righe della narrazione. Ecco, questo podcast, nato da una collaborazione tra Emmerreci Radio e In.edit edizioni, vuole essere uno spazio di cultura e attualità per approfondire quelle storie attraverso la voce degli autori e la lettura di passi scelti. Questo è Books on Air. Autori in radio. Scopri di più su https://ineditedizioni.it o ascolta altre puntate il venerdi e la domenica su Emmerreci Radio: https://www.emmeerreci.it

"Off Air" is an immersive audio experience that combines elements of traditional storytelling, radio broadcasts, and a dash of visual ambiance. Each episode weaves a captivating narrative, much like a radio drama, while also offering optional visuals that enhance the mood and atmosphere without directly impacting the story. The experience is designed to be engaging whether you choose to listen without the visuals or appreciate the added layer they provide. In addition, each episode features a carefully selected song, adding a musical dimension to the storytelling. It's a unique blend of ...

Dans Livres comme l’air, on explore les liens entre les gens, les livres et les lieux. À chaque épisode, je pars dans un endroit différent et tends le micro à des lecteurs et lectrices pour parler de ce qu’ils lisent. Parce que lire c'est cool, partout, tout le temps.