"The solar system most of us grew up with included nine planets, with Mercury closest to the sun and Pluto at the outer edge. Then, in 2005, astronomer Mike Brown made the discovery of a lifetime: a tenth planet, Eris, slightly bigger than Pluto. But instead of adding one more planet to our solar system, Brown’s find ignited a firestorm of controversy that culminated in the demotion of Pluto from real planet to the newly coined ca ..."
The 1960s Look Recreating the Fashions of the Sixties by MikeBrown Paperback, 144 Pages, Published 2016 by Sabrestorm Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-78122-007-8, ISBN: 1-78122-007-7
"The 1960s, known as the ‘Swinging Sixties’ are recognized as a landmark decade both by those who lived through them and those who look back in awe at the revolutionary changes in fashion, style and sexual freedom. Continuing interest and appreciation of vintage fashion mean that 1960s styles, hair and make-up have seen a huge increase in popularity and the need for detailed information on this period has never been so great. The ‘Swingi ..."
"A philosophical and historical exploration of why accounting is central to any society based on commerce. The book tells the story of a charming 50,000-year-old family of hunter-gatherer-recordkeepers – the Thogs – who describe how they invented or discovered the essential elements for measuring economic activities. Their story reminds today's accountants and those involved in financial reporting that the past holds much accounting w ..."
Looking At... Ankylosaurus A Dinosaur from the Cretaceous Period (The New Dinosaur Collection) by MikeBrown, Tony Gibbons Library, 24 Pages, Published 1994 by Gareth Stevens Pub ISBN-13: 978-0-8368-1083-7, ISBN: 0-8368-1083-X
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7AQ U.K. Consultant: Dr. David Norman, Director of the Sedgwick Museum of
Geology, University of Cambridge, England. Additional artwork by Clare
Heronneau."
The Black-out Book 500 Family Games and Puzzles for Wartime Entertainment (General Military) by Evelyn August, MikeBrown Hardcover, 224 Pages, Published 2009 by Osprey Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84603-923-2, ISBN: 1-84603-923-1
""Of all modern notions, the worst is this: that domesticity is dull. Inside the home, they say, is dead decorum and routine; outside is adventure and variety. But the truth is that home is the only place of liberty, the only spot on earth where a man [sic] can alter arrangements suddenly, make an experiment or indulge a whim." --G.K. ChestertonThus begins the Black-Out Book. At once a time capsule and a paean to domestic tranquility, th ..."
"The author's desire is to generate a passion for knowing the Christ of glory. This book attempts to unveil an understanding of God embedded in the comprehensive prophetic record and to elevate our perception of the glory of God and of Christ. This interesting and thorough book explaining “God’s Purpose for the Ages” viewed through the prophetic passages of the Bible, can be an invaluable key to understanding those passages which refer ..."
The Mysterious Magi of Christmas Renewing the Christmas Mystique by Distinguishing the Biblical from the Traditional by MikeBrown Paperback, 44 Pages, Published 2016 by MikeBrown ISBN-13: 978-0-9976300-1-5, ISBN: 0-9976300-1-9
"We have an insatiable knack for being attracted by the superficial rather than the real. We allow meaningful things to be supplanted with familiar, comfortable things. Things that once had meaning, we still do, but the meaning has faded. The thing itself becomes the focus. Traditions are not bad, but they can be dangerous to our growing in Christ. Christmas, like so many things we practice, has become a victim of much tradition. The sto ..."
A Pedagogy of Place Outdoor Education for a Changing World by Brian Wattchow, MikeBrown Paperback, 244 Pages, Published 2011 by Monash University Publishing ISBN-13: 978-0-9806512-4-9, ISBN: 0-9806512-4-7
"A pedagogy of place refers to an alternative vision for outdoor education practice. This timely book, A Pedagogy of Place, calls into question some of the underlying assumptions and truths about outdoor education, and in turn offers alternatives to current practice that are responsive to local conditions and cultural traditions. In this renewal of outdoor education philosophy and practice, the emphasis is upon responding to, and empathi ..."
The Wartime House(Updated) Home Life in Wartime Britain 1939-1945 by MikeBrown, Carol Harris Paperback, 192 Pages, Published 2005 by Sutton Publishing Ltd ISBN-13: 978-0-7509-4212-6, ISBN: 0-7509-4212-6
"By looking at the lives of ordinary people who inhabited the semi-detached world of suburbia, Mike Brown and Carol Harris have painted a vivid picture of daily life on the Home Front in wartime Britain."
Blitz Diary Life Under Fire in the Second World War by Carol Harris & MikeBrown Published 2020 by The History Press ISBN-13: 978-0-7509-9487-3, ISBN: 0-7509-9487-8
"The Family Discipleship Bible will help families like yours disciple their children—whether you are a single parent, blended family, new believer, or a mature, two-parent family. This book incorporates 27 thoughtfully-written, wonderfully-illustrated stories from the New Testament, with each story weaving in questions and answers that teach key truths from the Bible. Each section can be used alongside the other sections or by itself. 3 ..."
Wartime Broadcasting (Shire Library) by MikeBrown Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2018 by Bloomsbury Shire Publications ISBN-13: 978-1-78442-264-6, ISBN: 1-78442-264-9
"On September 1, 1939, British television broadcasting was closed down on Government orders, leaving radio as the sole source of broadcast home entertainment. For the next six years, radio became the main source of entertainment, information, and news for the majority of the population.Personalities and stars became household names and their catchphrases could be heard everywhere. Radio was also a tremendous vehicle for propaganda, and f ..."
"Master your virtual environment with the ultimate vSphere guide Mastering VMware vSphere 6.7 is the fully updated edition of the bestselling guide to VMware's virtualization solution. With comprehensive coverage of this industry-leading toolset, this book acts as an informative guide and valuable reference. Step-by-step instruction walks you through installation, configuration, operation, security processes, and much more as you conquer ..."
Children in the First World War by MikeBrown Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2017 by Amberley Publishing, United Kingdom ISBN-13: 978-1-4456-6876-5, ISBN: 1-4456-6876-9
"The centenary of the First World War has brought with it much attention on the lives of those left behind at home. This book explains how the daily life of children one hundred years ago was affected by war."
Life in the 1950s Format Trade Paper by MikeBrown Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2014 by The History Press ISBN-13: 978-1-84165-539-0, ISBN: 1-84165-539-2
"The 1950s began in the shadow of War. In Britain, food was still rationed as the country strove to pay off the huge debts that were the legacy of war. However, by the end of the decade the British had "never had it so good," as prime Minister Harold MacMillan told them. In this book, Mike Brown looks at some of the major aspects of living in Britain at that time of change: how ordinary people lived, worked, and played, of the experience ..."
Life in the 1960s by MikeBrown Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2014 by The History Press ISBN-13: 978-1-84165-540-6, ISBN: 1-84165-540-6
"Covering the standout social, cultural, political events, and news stories from the 1960s The 1960s have gone down in history as the swinging sixties, when the permissive society swept the country in a haze of mini-skirts, psychedelic posters, pop festivals, and "love-ins." But what was it really like for ordinary British people? In this book, Mike Brown looks at some of the major aspects of living in Britain at the time: how people ..."
"Here we trace the history of the Second World War through six wartime Christmases, with fascinating information on how people in Britain, Allied troops at home and British servicemen aboard celebrated the festive season."
Wartime Britain 1939-45 (Shire Living Histories) by MikeBrown Paperback, 80 Pages, Published 2011 by Shire Publications ISBN-13: 978-0-7478-0829-9, ISBN: 0-7478-0829-5
"World War II affected every aspect of everyday life on the home front. From food rationing to air raid shelters, war work to the Squander Bug, those left at home had to take huge changes in their stride as Britain mobilized, economized, and saved in the name of Victory. Wartime Britain takes a look at what these changes actually meant for families: how families coped when parents went to fight and children were evacuated; how pets were ..."
Building Budget Brits A Practical Guide for Refurbishing BSA and Triumph Unit Twins (Tech Series) by MikeBrown Paperback, 200 Pages, Published 2009 by Whitehorse Press ISBN-13: 978-1-884313-62-2, ISBN: 1-884313-62-0
"This enjoyable, engagingly readable book provides a detailed roadmap for rebuilding and restoring unit-construction Triumph and BSA twins without spending a fortune. The book is organized just as you would a rebuilding project, starting with selecting a bike to work on and finishing with bringing all the pieces together to ride. It contains the practical, down-to-earth information you wish the factory manuals had, but don't. Brown passe ..."