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81) Little Wars; A game for boys from twelve years of age to one hundred and fifty and for that more
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Little Wars; a game for boys from twelve years of age to one hundred and fifty and for that more intelligent sort of girl who likes boys' games and books by H. G. Wells
Little Wars is a set of rules for playing with toy soldiers, written by English novelist H. G. Wells in 1913.
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At a time when transport is high on the political agenda and government decision-making is being vigorously scrutinized, there is a need for an incisive and accessible analysis of the key policy issues. This book is a highly readable introduction to the transport debate from two experts in the field. The authors celebrate the advantages of a modern transport system, but argue that years of poorly conceived and executed transport policy have resulted...
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The iconic shape and appearance of a streamline aluminum trailer sitting at a campsite or being pulled down the highway has captivated collectors and vacationing hobbyists for nearly 90 years. During this time, the exterior appearance of the trailer has changed very little, so recollections can range from seeing a 1937 Dodge Pickup to a 1969 Impala hauling one of these beauties. Today, restored rarities from Airstream, Silver Streak, Boles Aero, Clipper,...
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The first general-purpose tractor with narrowly spaced front wheels, the original Farmall was designed to do fine-tuned field cultivation as well as anything a team of farm horses could do-in short, to "farm all." The rest is history, even legend, in the agriculture industry-a legend that unfolds in these pages in full color and sharp detail. This big book features five hundred photographs of Farmall tractors, from that first experimental model introduced...
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Tony Garcia Jr., a travel enthusiast, knows that with the economy lagging, you might be wondering if buying a big rig or recreational vehicle is worth the investment. If you finance it the right way, it definitely is. But buying a truck that can tow a fifth wheel traileror the trailer itselfis no easy task. Learn how to: figure out the difference between a pickup truck and heavy-hauler truck; buy the right trailer or fifth wheel for your pickup truck;...
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Have you been considering becoming a driver for Uber, Lyft or some other ridesharing entity in your spare time? This book is light reading and a perfect guide to steer you around some of the pitfalls and concerns beginner drivers experience. It is meant to provide guidance in a fun and humorous way. Nothing in this book is meant to be construed as legal advice.
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This booklet has been compiled because of my interest in promoting road safety. It started back in 1985 with Advanced Driving, and then in 1991 I took the opportunity to train as a Driving Instructor. I have since retired after teaching for some 12 years. There have been many changes in driver tuition since I started. One of them has been the introduction of the Theory Test. Now it is necessary to pass the Theory Test before applying for the Practical...
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There is a head-turning charm about heritage transport. And where better to showcase such preserved delights than glorious Devon? This book is an affectionate endeavour to celebrate a bygone era. One kept vividly alive, and on the road, by the dedication of owner enthusiasts. Here buses visit the county's spectacular coastlines, climb towards rugged Dartmoor tors, and pass through picturesque towns and rolling countryside. In more than 200 images...
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Take a fantastic voyage across the United States of America through the eyes of a madman behind an 18-wheeler as we witness history unfold in each page of excitement. That's right, folks, the Evil Genius from Chicago has traveled on the dusty roads of Winnemucca, Nevada, to the I-5 and I-95 highways. Some people dream of being an over-the-road driver, but not all dreams are good ones, and being alone was the hardest part of this career. There are...
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By linking Ohio's two major bodies of water-the Ohio River and Lake Erie-Ohio's canals, built in the early nineteenth century, caused unprecedented growth and wealth for the fledgling state. The canals opened up Ohio to new markets, new settlers, agriculture, and industry, depositing large sums of money into the region and giving Ohioans a surge of confidence and optimism. Despite these impressive results, the canals struggled when other modes of...
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Have you ever wondered what is it like to live without a car? I did. While my first experiences in car free living sprung from adversity they made me wonder: can you really live without a car in Small Town America?
I researched car free living and made a sobering discovery. All of the books written on the subject covered larger cities and glossed over any potential pitfalls to the experience. I made a vow to correct this. There needed to be an honest...
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Do you want to be the Mayor or City Leader who cut traffic congestion? Do you want to be remembered for solving a major problem that is costing everyone money and wasting people's precious time? Do you want to be re-elected and leave a legacy where you live and work? Right now governments and councils cannot afford the cost of new transport infrastructure, and low density suburban sprawl is creating complex and highly expensive transport demands....
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición del certificado de profesionalidad "TMVO0109. Operaciones Auxiliares de Mantenimiento Aeronáutico". Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.
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The story of Wyndham Clifford Watts is one of humble beginnings and exceptional ingenuity; originally, from Gwent in Wales, W Clifford Watts moved to South Cave in Yorkshire and, in 1937, bought a Model T Ford and began delivering farm produce. With one successful hauling endeavor under his belt, he decided to become a supplier of building materials, a business for which there was great demand at the time. Again, he was successful and obtained his...
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Throughout 100-plus years of flight, Purdue University has propelled unique contributions from pioneer educators, aviators, and engineers who flew balloons into the stratosphere, barnstormed the countryside, helped break the sound barrier, and left footprints in lunar soil. Wings of Their Dreams follows the flight plans and footsteps of aviation's pioneers and trailblazers across the twentieth century, a path from Kitty Hawk to the Sea of Tranquility...
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There are two phases to learning to drive. In the first phase you will learn to maneuver your vehicle. There are three basic maneuvers of a vehicle: you can make a right turn, a left turn and a lane change. Think of it this way: parking is no more than a right or left turn; in expressway driving you lane change to get on, lane change while on, and lane change to get off; and even city driving you are either making a turn or a lane change. In the second...
98) Cola Cowboys
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This vivid account tells the story of the truckers who were driving from the UK to the Middle East in the early 1980s. The journey was rough, tough, exhausting, dirty, uncomfortable and dangerous. Journalist Franklyn Wood reports that 'in the course of the one trip we are following, seven Britons died in accidents.' Among the physical hazards were icy mountain hairpins, unmade roads and desert sandstorms. Human hazards included Kamikaze coach drivers,...
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British Rail was a success. It successfully carried millions of commuters to and from their jobs every day, organised its trunk route services to yield a profit under the brand name 'Inter-City', pioneered world-beating research and technological development through its own research centre and engineering subsidiary. It transformed the railway system of Britain from a post-Second World War state of collapse into a modern, technologically advanced...
100) The Harrier Story
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The 'Jump-jet' was the world's first vertical/short take-off and landing (VSTOL) operational jet aircraft (VSTOL). Developed using the revolutionary Pegasus engine, the Harrier has served the RAF and US Marine Corps well for over 30 years. Here, vividly told, is the fascinating story from tentative hovering by the Hawker P1127 in 1960 to today's frontline Harrier GR9 and AV-8B warplanes. A naval version, the Sea Harrier, entered service with the Royal...
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