Use the oldest, most available materials imaginableYearth, clay, sand, straw, and waterYand blend them to redefine the future (and past) of building.
Michael G. Smith Bücher
Dieser Autor teilt mit unerschütterlicher Ehrlichkeit eine zutiefst persönliche Schilderung eines tragischen Unfalls, der seine Familie tiefgreifend beeinträchtigte. Sein Debütwerk befasst sich mit den rohen Emotionen und unerwarteten Gefühlen, die während dieser Tortur aufkamen. Durch eine eingehende Untersuchung des familiären Hintergrunds und einer erschütternden zweimonatigen Zeit bietet er den Lesern einen realistischen und eindringlichen Einblick in das Ertragen unvorstellbaren Leids und die darin gefundene Widerstandsfähigkeit.
This text looks at language planning in the USSR, covering the formative period under Lenin and Stalin. Based on party and state archival material, the book explores the tension between linguistic russification and nativization of the Soviet experience.
The book explores the interconnectedness of science, technology, politics, and popular culture during the Space Age, highlighting how spaceflight reflects broader human experiences and societal issues. It delves into the historical context of space exploration, addressing themes of war, peace, and various crises, providing a comprehensive view of how humanity's aspirations and challenges are mirrored in our ventures beyond Earth.
Could It Happen to You?
Baby Aj's Story of Being Taken from His Crib by the Family Dog Dakota
- 164 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
In July 2009, a shocking incident unfolded in Kentucky when two family dogs, Dakota and Nikita, snatched a three-day-old baby named AJ from his crib while his parents were downstairs. The dogs managed to open the back door and took the infant into the woods, sparking a dramatic search and raising questions about safety and the bond between pets and families. This unusual case highlights the unexpected behaviors of animals and the potential dangers that can arise in seemingly safe environments.
Essential Cob Construction presents both hands-on and rigorous technical information on how to build code compliant, low-embodied carbon, and fire- and earthquake-resistant buildings from cob – a mix of clay, sand and straw. The definitive cob guide for engineers, architects, designers, contractors, and owner-builders.