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Social Media Law and Ethics
by Jeremy Harris LipschultzIn this textbook, social media professor Jeremy Harris Lipschultz introduces students to the study of social media law and ethics, integrating legal concepts and ethical theories.This second edition explores freedom of expression, as it applies to students, media industry professionals, content creators and audience members. Key issues and practices covered include copyright law, data privacy, defamation, global law and ethics, generative AI, government censorship, social media platform rules and employer policies. The book also addresses the U.S. government's TikTok law and other recent regulations. Research techniques are also used to suggest future trends in social media law and ethics. Touching on themes and topics of significant contemporary relevance, this accessible textbook can be used in standalone law and ethics courses, as well as emerging social media courses that are disrupting traditional public relations, advertising, marketing and journalism curricula.Case studies, discussion questions, and online resources help students engage with the practicalities, complexities and ambiguities of this future-oriented area of media law, making this an ideal textbook for students of media law, policy and ethics, mass media, and communication studies.
German Wartime Memory, American Exceptionalism, and Post-Cold War Blockbuster Cinema (Popular Culture and World Politics)
by Robert PirroThis book excavates the diverse and mostly unnoticed political meanings made available to American and German audiences by the blockbuster films helmed by transplanted West German directors Roland Emmerich and Wolfgang Petersen.Through formal film analysis, broad consideration of American and German film criticism, and reflection on relevant political developments of the post-Cold War era, the book reveals how traces of Germany’s experience of dictatorship and wartime destruction find inadvertent cinematic expression in ways that helped American and German moviegoers find orientation in the changed political and cultural landscape of a newly globalized world. To complement and deepen the analysis of the Hollywood output of Emmerich and Petersen, the book juxtaposes the creative product of these transplanted directors to examples of a converse cinematic phenomenon considered under the label, American Babelsberg, which encompasses World War Two-themed films shot by American directors in Germany utilizing the production facilities at Babelsberg. Focus here is placed particularly on two high-profile cinematic releases of the aughts, Valkyrie (2008), and Inglourious Basterds (2009). The magnetic attraction to, or nettlesome burden of, World War Two memories on these directors of American Babelsberg and German Hollywood is explained in this book by the entwined histories of Germans and Americans, the different challenges of national self-definition and renewal they faced in the post-Cold War world, and their long-standing and ongoing transatlantic discourse of political ideas and cultural ideals.This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of film studies, politics, popular culture, and contemporary history.
Primate Ethnographies: Fieldwork from Across the Globe
by Karen B. StrierThis new, second edition of Primate Ethnographies: Fieldwork from Across the Globe is a collection of first-person accounts of immersive field studies of primates, people, and institutions, revealing the excitement of studying wild primates and the multi-faceted challenges involved in conducting field research.This collection of essays spans the diversity of the Primate Order, from lemurs, to monkeys and apes. The ethnographic accounts are written by experts whose diverse backgrounds and experiences reveal the broader nature of the primatological field experience and provide glimpses into the many different pathways one can follow into the field of contemporary primatology. This new edition features updated chapters from original contributors, as well as new voices from across the global north and south representing cutting edge scholarship in the field. Collectively, these essays provide insights into the driving concerns of field primatology as it is practiced across the world.Primate Ethnographies: Fieldwork from Across the Globe is of interest to students from fields across the academy including Primatology, Anthropology, Wildlife Ecology, Zoology, Conservation Biology, and Science/Nature Writing.
Wavelets and Multi-Resolution Analysis: A Signal Processing Approach
by M S Sinith Gayathri A Chithra K RThis book provides a comprehensive overview of wavelets starting from the fundamentals of signal analysis using wavelets, to cutting edge technologies like optimum wavelet design for specific applications. To introduce different concepts the authors have used narrative and real world examples with illustrative drawings that enable the reader to visualise the concepts. The book features a mathematical tool for analysing signals with variable resolution in the time and frequency domain. The authors have used simple, innovative and illustrative methods and examples for explaining different concepts. The Matlab programs, included in each chapter, help to give insights into various engineering problems in signal processing. This book can be used by practicing researchers, engineers, and undergraduate or postgraduate level students for computer science and allied courses.
Technologiegestützte Ansätze in der Community-basierten Prävention und Gesundheitsförderung
by Florian Fischer Kamil J. WronaIn einer Epoche, in der die Digitalisierung fast alle Lebensbereiche durchdringt, entstehen auch im Kontext der technologiegestützten Prävention und Gesundheitsförderung neue Chancen und Herausforderungen. Aktuell dominieren verhaltensorientierte Maßnahmen, während die Integration von Technologien in soziale Kontexte (Communities) zwar vielversprechend ist, aber noch unzureichend genutzt wird. Dieses Buch schlägt eine Brücke zwischen sozio-technischen Innovationen und praktischer Anwendung innerhalb der Gesellschaft. Es zeigt Anforderungen für Fachpersonen, Personen mit Entscheidungsbefugnissen und Interessierte auf und lädt dazu ein, sich intensiv mit den Potenzialen und Herausforderungen digital-unterstützter Prävention und Gesundheitsförderung auseinanderzusetzen. Es wird betont, dass technologische Ansätze nicht isoliert von der jeweiligen Community und den in ihr lebenden Individuen betrachtet werden können. Sie sind eingebettet in soziokulturelle Dynamiken und Normen, die ihr Potenzial sowohl erweitern als auch begrenzen können. Themen wie Zugang zur digitalen Gesundheitsvorsorge, Validität und Sicherheit von Gesundheitsdaten sowie die Anpassungsfähigkeit von Technologien an soziale und kulturelle Kontexte werden interdisziplinär anhand konkreter Beispiele aus verschiedenen Lebensphasen und -umwelten beleuchtet. Der Sammelband richtet sich an jene, die an der Schnittstelle von Technologie, Gesundheit und Sozialem tätig sind.
Bessere Organisationen – besseres Leben: Warum Arbeit so schlecht funktioniert und wie man die Wohlfahrt deutlich erhöht
by Christian ThielscherOrganisationen prägen den Alltag vieler Menschen, insbesondere während der Arbeitszeit. Leider funktionieren sie oft eher schlecht als recht. Dadurch verlieren wir nicht nur ein Drittel des Bruttoinlandsproduktes, sondern vor allem auch Freude an der Arbeit, Lebensqualität, Freizeit, und wir verschwenden Ressourcen. Dieses Buch richtet sich an Leser mit und ohne Führungsaufgaben, Wirtschaftswissenschaftler und interessierte Laien gleichermaßen und erklärt, warum sowohl Management in der Praxis, als auch die Betriebswirtschaftslehre (BWL) mit ihren Managementtheorien häufig versagen. Anhand konkreter Beispiele zeigt es die wichtigsten Schwachstellen auf und beantwortet die entscheidende Frage: Wie erreichen wir eine funktionierende BWL und gutes Management? Das Buch beschreibt die nötigen Reformen sowohl in der Lehre als auch in der Unternehmensführung und bietet konkrete Ansätze, wie Arbeit produktiver und gleichzeitig erfüllender gestaltet werden kann: mehr Freude und mehr Wohlstand für alle – wir haben viel zu gewinnen!
Computer and Information Security: First World Conference, WCCIS 2024, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, September 20–22, 2024, Proceedings (Lecture Notes of the Institute for Computer Sciences, Social Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering #644)
by Chunguo Li Lip Yee PorThis book constitutes the proceedings of the first World Conference of Computer and Information Security, WCCIS 2024, which was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, during September 20–22, 2024. The 14 full papers and 5 short papers were presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 58 submissions. They focus on Computer Modeling and Intelligent Information Technology; Network Information Security and Anomaly Detection.
Diaspora and Soft Power: Influence of Indian American Elites in US Foreign Policy (Migration, Diasporas and Citizenship)
by Eva LorengThis book, based on in-depth field interviews, takes a fresh look at the phenomenon of diaspora communities exercising &‘soft power&’ in the context of the Indian American diaspora in the US. By using an interdisciplinary approach, it marks a departure from the traditional study that measures the effectiveness of soft power sources by their popularity. Instead, it acknowledges the matrix of socio-economic and political factors, both internationally and domestically, which contribute towards the evolution of diaspora as a source of soft power. It focuses on how demography, policies and structural changes led to the evolution of an Indian American networking/strategic elite class. Exploring their participation in political fundraising and subsequent penetration into US foreign policymaking circles, this book analyses the foreign policy-related advocacy campaigns carried out by them and contributes to diaspora studies, foreign policy, international relations and political science.
The Palgrave Handbook on the Problem of Animal Suffering in the Philosophy of Religion (The Palgrave Macmillan Animal Ethics Series)
by B. Kyle KeltzAtheists argue that animal pain, disease, suffering, and death cause a problem for theism because they believe that an all-knowing, all-powerful, and all-good God would not use millions of years of animal suffering just to make a world suitable for humans. Animal suffering was not a concern for theism through the medieval period, but it has been increasingly discussed in philosophy of religion since modern times, and there is especially a large and growing amount of literature on this subject that has been published in the last few decades. This handbook serves as a guide for those interested in the literature on the problem by bringing together experts in the philosophy of religion, theology, environmental ethics, and the philosophy of animal minds. It not only presents major formulations of the problem of animal suffering and major theodicies, but it also discusses metaethical issues regarding animal suffering, the question of animal consciousness and self-awareness and their implications for animal suffering, and what implications available theodicies might have for animal ethics.
Understanding the Current Global Socio-economic and Ecological Crises: In Search of an Alternative Integrated System
by V. Ratna Reddy Bhagirath BeheraWhy has global economic growth failed to deliver equity, sustainability, and well-being for all? Despite decades of growth-centric and free-market policies, poverty and inequality persist, and the unchecked exploitation of natural resources threatens the planet&’s future. This thought-provoking book critically examines the limitations of current economic models and highlights how growth has often been achieved at the cost of environmental and social health. Drawing from ancient Indian philosophical traditions, historical and cultural practices—while steering clear of religious dogma—the authors challenge the modern obsession with profit maximization, consumerism, and self-interest. They advocate for a behavioral and ethical transformation in economic thinking: one rooted in community, sustainability, and intergenerational equity. This work is the product of years of dialogue with scholars, thinkers, and practitioners, and offers a powerful alternative vision: an economy that not only thrives but also uplifts all.
Advances in Organic Crystal Chemistry: Comprehensive Reviews 2025 on Crystal Structures
by Hidehiro Uekusa Seiya KobatakeThis book summarizes and records the recent notable advances in diverse topics in organic crystal chemistry, which has made substantial progress along with the rapid development of a variety of analysis and measurement techniques for solid organic materials. This volume follows previously published volumes that are prepared periodically, at least every 5 years, with contributions by prominent authors in Japan and from abroad. The first volume was published in 2015, which systematically summarized the remarkable progress in assorted topics of organic crystal chemistry using organic solids and organic–inorganic hybrid materials. The second volume, published in 2020, presented advances in organic solid-state chemistry mainly from 2016 to 2020. The present volume also shows the progress of organic solid-state chemistry, especially focusing on crystal growth and crystal structure design that has been achieved mainly in the last 5 years or so. Crystal growth and crystal structure design described in this book is helpful for not only readers who study organic crystals but also those who study inorganic crystals, materials chemistry, coordination chemistry, and organometallic chemistry.
Intelligent Strategies for ICT: Proceedings of ICTCS 2024, Volume 5 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1320)
by Vijay Singh Rathore M. Shamim Kaiser Juanying XieThis book contains best selected research papers presented at ICTCS 2024: Ninth International Conference on Information and Communication Technology for Competitive Strategies. The conference will be held in Jaipur, India during 19 – 21 December 2024. The book covers state-of-the-art as well as emerging topics pertaining to ICT and effective strategies for its implementation for engineering and managerial applications. This book contains papers mainly focused on ICT for computation, algorithms and data analytics and IT security. The work is presented in ten volumes.
Einfache Sprache mit KI-Tools: Ein Leitfaden für die redaktionelle Praxis
by Christiane Maaß Ekaterina Lapshinova-Koltunski Julian HörnerDieser Leitfaden erschließt das Potenzial von KI für verständliche Texte. Er basiert auf den Ergebnissen einer Forschungskooperation zwischen dem Wort & Bild Verlag, der Forschungsstelle Leichte Sprache der Uni Hildesheim und dem KI-Unternehmen SUMM AI. Besonders Profis aus dem Bereich Journalismus, Texterstellung und Übersetzung finden hier Orientierung und konkrete Anleitungen, wie sie KI effizient in ihre redaktionellen Abläufe integrieren können.
Baby, You're the Best (The Crystal Series #1)
by Mary B. Morrison&“Nuclear hot action in and out of the bedroom along with lots of juicy backstabbing . . . Steamy-hot passion&” from the New York Times–bestselling author (Library Journal).Blake Crystal is at the top of her game, professionally, financially, and personally. At fifty, she has four wonderful, grown daughters—not to mention a new younger lover who takes her in breathtaking directions—in and out of the bedroom . . .On the surface, Alexis Crystal is an ideal daughter. Confident and beautiful, she can have any man or woman she wants, so she has both. But she&’s left unsatisfied by one thing: her father is listed as unknown on her birth certificate. Their mother has kept him a secret for twenty-six years, and the same is true for Alexis&’s three sisters. But Alexis is determined to discover the truth. And as all the Crystal women celebrate Blake&’s big birthday, they realize that to get what they want, they&’ll have to lie, seduce—and if necessary, betray each other . . . Praise for the writing of Mary B. Morrison&“Mary B.&’s quick pacing and penchant for sexy bedroom scenes—her forte—have always kept the pages turning.&” —Juicy Magazine&“Morrison piles on extra helpings of soap opera-esque drama in this final entry of her If I Can&’t Have You trilogy.&” —Library Journal &“If you&’re looking for some serious drama this latest novel from Morrison will fit the bill nicely.&” —RT Book Reviews
Warrior: The Blades of the Rose (The Blades of the Rose #1)
by Zoe Archer&“An innovative and exciting romantic adventure with just the right touch of the paranormal.&”—Jennifer Ashley, New York Times bestselling author To most people, the realm of magic is the stuff of nursery rhymes and dusty libraries. But for Capt. Gabriel Huntley, it&’s become quite real and quite dangerous . . .In Hot Pursuit . . . The vicious attack Capt. Gabriel Huntley witnesses in a dark alley sparks a chain of events that will take him to the ends of the Earth and beyond—where what is real and what is imagined become terribly confused. And frankly, Huntley couldn&’t be more pleased. Intrigue, danger, and a beautiful woman in distress—just what he needs. In Hotter Water . . . Raised thousands of miles from England, Thalia Burgess is no typical Victorian lady. A good thing, because a proper lady would have no hope of recovering the priceless magical artifact Thalia is after. Huntley&’s assistance might come in handy, though she has to keep him in the dark. But this distractingly handsome soldier isn&’t easy to deceive . . . Praise for the Blades of the Rose novels &“Crackles with adventure, a rich sense of place, and terrific characterization.&”—Mary Jo Putney, New York Timesbestselling author &“The action explodes on page one and the pace never lets up.&”—Ann Aguirre, New York Timesbestselling author &“A sexy mix of magic and mystery.&”—Caridad Piñeiro, New York Times bestselling author &“Zoe weaves a delightful spell . . . cleverly blending history and magic in new, delightful ways.&”—Elizabeth Vaughan, USA Today bestselling author
Teaching Ms. Riggs
by Stephanie BeckIt'll take a special man to teach her to live again. Benfri ëBení Riggs has come home to Flatthead Falls, Missouri to heal. After her husband's murder, secrets behind the peaceful, successful life she thought they'd shared emerge to leave her deep in debt, infertile, and afraid for her life. Teaching chemistry in her old hometown is her shout of independence, even though she wants to crawl under her bed in fear when the terrorizing phone calls begin. Mark Dougstat works the land, makes things grow, and isn't ashamed of the occasional mess his shoes cause. Busy making his farm pay enough to support his niece and nephew, he hasn't found the time or inclination to make the time, to find a good woman. Ben Riggs's humor and compassion change that fast. But they're going to have a battle on their hands. Ben's stalker won't quit. What is between Ben and Mark grows and they push forward in their relationship, learning more secrets along the way. Before they can settle into life together, the stalker will strike again. Blood will be shed and lives changed forever in the blink of an eye. Can they trust each other enough to get them through? No chickens were harmed in the writing of this book.69,000 Words
Provoked (Dark Protectors #5)
by Rebecca ZanettiAn alpha male vampire must persuade a vegan pacifist demon slayer to help him in battle in this paranormal romance by a New York Times–bestselling author. A TIME FOR WAR… A casualty of the war between the demons and the vampires, Jase Kayrs has been missing for six long years. His older brothers want answers—but they&’re going to have to get them from an unlikely source. For when Kane Kayrs tracks down Amber Freebird, what he finds is a blonde, vegan pacifist who has no intention of using her skills in his war… A TIME FOR LOVE… Amber enjoys her life of chaotic freedom and has no intention of falling in line just because a sexy-as-sin vampire insists on order. Unfortunately, he discovers she may be the only hope they have of finding his brother, and there&’s no way he&’s going to let her go—even if it means mating her to gain her cooperation. The two are as different as can be, yet when the dominant Kane and the untamed Amber finally unite to rescue Jase, they just may find that opposites really do attract…. Praise for the Dark Protectors Series&“Hot and fast from beginning to end.&”—New York Times–bestselling author Kate Douglas on Fated &“Paranormal romance at its best!&”—Cynthia Eden &“If you want hot, sexy, dangerous romance…this series is for you.&”—Paranormal Haven&“Sizzling sex scenes and a memorable cast.&”—Publishers Weekly on Claimed
Sweet Sensations
by Adrienne BassoSugar And Spice. . .Lauren Stuart hasn't spent years perfecting her craft as a pastry chef only to let a stranger steal one of her prized recipes. Writing the definitive dessert cookbook is more than enough to keep Lauren busy, without investigating the wealthy hunk who claims her cheesecake as his own in a magazine article. But when she enters Jonathan Windsor in a cooking contest she's judging to expose his culinary fraud, she's surprised to find that the handsome businessman is a delicious temptation of another kind. . .. . .And Everything NiceJonathan isn't sure how the profile detailing his return to his family's Maryland seafood business included a cheesecake recipe--the only thing he knows how to make is reservations. His entry in the bake-off is even more mystifying, but after one look at Lauren's lovely face, the only puzzle he wants to solve is her curious resentment towards him. He asks the petite blonde with the sharp tongue for cooking lessons, and soon dessert isn't the only thing on the menu as Lauren and Jonathan heat things up in the kitchen--and the bedroom. . .62,586 Words
Rich Girl Problems (Millionaire Wives Club #2)
by Tu-Shonda L. Whitaker"Tu-Shonda Whitaker just keeps getting better and better." --T. StylesThe diamonds are flawless, their drama is turned up ultra high, and the taboo beauties from Tu-Shonda L. Whitaker's Millionaire Wives Club are back for a third season of explosive lies, forbidden sex, and scandals like you've never seen before! Step into the world of cable TV's hit reality show and meet new bride and new mother Milan, who finally has everything she's ever dreamed of. Problem is her perfect life doesn't work for TV. What will she do when the producer threatens to fire her? Editor-in-chief Chaunci isn't feeling the fame and the last thing she needs is to share the spotlight with her worst enemy, newcomer Journee. Socialite Journee expected her eighty-two-year-old husband to only live four days past their wedding night, but it's been four years. And just when it seems that he's ready to meet his maker, his son--Journee's ex-lover--shows up. Hair care mogul Vera is struggling with her failing marriage and the last thing she needs is her drug-addicted mother to further ruin her life or her image. Jaise is finally standing by her man. But will she live the life she thinks or will it cost her everything? "They say that money can't buy happiness, but it makes for one hell of a novel!" --K'wan, Essence® bestselling author "You haven't met real housewives until you've read about these divas!" --Anna J., author of My Woman His Wife
My Favorite Marquess (Zebra Historical Romance Ser.)
by Alexandra BassettMa'am,Let me assure you that I will not be manipulated by any feminine wiles into offering you another penny for such a dilapidated piece of property.--Sebastian Cavanaugh After conventional means fail, Sebastian, Marquess of St. Just, takes reckless measures to secure that crumbling monstrosity known as Trembledown--a haven for local smugglers and moonlighting spies. He plans to scare, not seduce, its owner, but when a midnight encounter leaves them soaked, stranded, and possessing just one blanket for warmth, Sebastian, a.k.a. Robert the Brute, discovers that the widow Violet Treacher is not only willful and unafraid, she is maddeningly desirable. . . My Lord,Enclosed find your unsigned contract. Pray do consider your offer as being rejected.--Mrs. Percival Treacher Though the wilds of Cornwall hold no allure, Violet won't give the arrogant Marquess the satisfaction of a sale, so here she shivers, in a wreck of a house, with lips still burning from the passion of a masked smuggler. She knows he's near--for her own bit of real estate is quite the magnet for secrets, danger, even treachery. But how will she recognize the gentleman by day. . .with only the memory of his kiss in the dark?
Tyranny
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneWhen a Texas rancher faces eviction by the government, his resistance sparks a movement against tyranny in this novel by the USA Today–bestselling authors. G. W. Brannock is proud to be a rancher, a West Texan, and a American. The land he owns has been in his family for generations. But when the IRS claims he owes a fortune in back taxes—and some stiffs from the Bureau of Land Management tell him his family&’s deed is invalid—G.W. refuses to stand down. This land is his land, and there&’s only one way the government can take it: over his dead body . . . The battle lines are drawn. The feds hit G. W. with everything they&’ve got, from legal threats to sabotage to hired thugs. All G. W.&’s got is his grandson Kyle and feisty lawyer Miranda Stephens. But when his story makes the national news, a veritable army of ordinary citizens rises up to join the cause. To fight against tyranny. To live free or die . . .
Destiny Made Them Brothers
by Andrew J. FenadyThe Fenady style is straight-forward, unembellished storytelling. --VarietyWar Made Them HeroesThey met on the battlefields of Vicksburg. General Ulysses S. Grant, George Armstrong Custer, and the Rebel Johnny Yuma. Three men united by fate--in a nation divided by war--they were dedicated to freedom, driven to extremes, and destined for greatness. . .History Made Them LegendsOf the three, Johnny Yuma was the most elusive. A Confederate soldier during the war, he was about to play a key role in Grant's victory for the Union, Lee's surrender at Appomattox, and Custer's deadly campaigns in the West. With a ready finger on the trigger, and a steady aim on both sides of history, his life is the stuff of legend. But the truth has never been told--until now. . .Destiny Made Them BrothersThe story of three heroic men--two Yanks , one Rebel--and the epic fight for America. "Crackling with the fury of a desert storm."--True West on The Rebel: Johnny Yuma
Dead Man's Money
by Ken HodgsonCatching A Murderous Monster Ain't Going To Be Cheap. . . In Oklahoma Indian Territory just over the Kansas line, settlers are losing their heads. Literally, that is. Decapitated bodies are turning up and businessman Cyrus Warwick, who's aiming to make this town bigger than Dodge City, wants it to stop--bad for business, he says. It's bad for his only daughter too: she's the next victim of this "Monster of Osage." Warwick's $20,000 bounty goes up. . . . and all hell breaks loose. Asa Cain, HardcaseThe good, the bad, and the just plain trigger-happy come looking to claim the bounty, and up goes the body count. But it's not Wyatt Earp or Doc Watson picking up the killer's trail--it's the bloodiest bounty hunter of them all, Asa Cain, and his undertaker partner Cemetery John. But what's at the end of this trail is something even Asa Cain never imagined in his darkest dreams . . . "Hodgson is a gift to western writing."--Roundup"A first-rate writer." --Dale L. Walker, past president, Western Writers of America
The Confessions of Samuel Pepys: His Private Revelations
by Guy de Bédoyère'A brilliantly entertaining and revealing new transcription of Pepys's diary' Claire TomalinA collection of the most personal aspects of Samuel Pepys' diaries, to celebrate the 200th anniversary of their publicationThe Diary of Samuel Pepys is the most celebrated personal journal in the English language. His candid revelations as he forged his career as a civilian naval official in Restoration London have fascinated readers ever since the first selection was published in 1825. The Confessions of Samuel Pepys focuses on Pepys's controversial private life for a contemporary readership, by charting his varied and complex relationships with women. They included his wife Elizabeth whom he both loved and treated abominably, their domestic servants, the mistresses whom he secretly visited in Westminster and Deptford and other places, a host of other opportunistic encounters, the great ladies of the court whom he ogled, and the actresses and other female friends whose company he delighted in and combined with casual flirting and petting. All these he recounted in shorthand, often disguising the more salacious occasions in his own cryptic Franco-Latino polyglot or with a primitive system of extraneous consonants.Most of these controversial entries were excised from 19th century editions, but all are featured here in completely new transcriptions and Pepys's secret code translated, following fresh forensic examination, from the original shorthand diary. The Confessions of Samuel Pepys also reveals how all previous transcribers of the diary and many of his biographers have deliberately massaged Pepys's reputation.
How To Write Crime Fiction
by Sarah WilliamsThis book provides a comprehensive overview of all the different kinds of crime fiction, with examples from successful contemporary writers in each of the different genres, and clear explanations and exercises to help the beginning writer hone their craft, and discover the kind of crime fiction, the plots, the themes, the language, that work best for them.