Graham Bell Boeken

This book gives an account of the remarkable discoveries that were made during the 1872-1876 voyage of the HMS Challenger, and it describes the strange and bizarre creatures that live in perpetual darkness a kilometer or more below the surface of the sea. The journey had momentous consequences: not only uncovering a whole vast new range of animals whose existence had never before been suspected but also initiating the systematic exploration of the oceans.

Focusing on organizational resilience, this practical guide provides tools to evaluate your current resilience levels and introduces innovative strategies for enhancement. It emphasizes actionable steps to strengthen your organization's ability to adapt and thrive in challenging environments, making it a valuable resource for leaders aiming to foster a more robust and responsive workplace.

Permaculture, permanent agriculture, means being environmentally efficient. Whether in your home or in the context of your community, this book attempts to help the reader redesign their lifestyle and become self-sustaining. This book is written by a qualified permaculture teacher.

Even the smallest back yard can be transformed into a beautiful and highly productive garden, if you work in harmony with nature. This book shows you how to plan your garden layout for easy access and minimum labour, save money by creating a beautiful garden in recycled containers, use garden crop successions for year-round harvests and healthy soil, choose the best plants for different sites and enjoy the benefits of plant communities.

Beginning in the 1920s, an all-star team of goons, gunmen and garrotters transformed America's criminal landscape. Its membership was diverse; the mob recruited men from all ethnicities and religious backgrounds. Most were natives of the Big Apple, handpicked from the city's toughest neighborhoods: Brownsville, Ocean Hill, Flushing. So prolific were their exploits that the media soon dubbed this bevy of hired hands Murder, Incorporated. The brainchild of aging mob bosses, including Meyer Lansky and Bugsy Siegel, this ruthless hit squad quickly captured America's attention, making headlines coast to coast for over two decades. As for who these men were and how their partnership came to be, join author Graham Bell as he sheds light on this dark history of the Mafia's most notorious crime syndicate.

Focusing on the evolution of sexuality, this work presents a unique perspective that diverges from traditional Darwinian natural selection. Instead, it explores how competition between populations or species shapes sexual traits and behaviors. Originally published in 1982, it offers insights into the biological and evolutionary underpinnings of sexuality, challenging conventional theories and inviting readers to reconsider the complexities of sexual evolution.

Selected for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. It holds importance for scholars and readers alike, offering insights that enrich understanding of historical and societal contexts.