John Griffin Bücher

Artist and screenwriter Michael Dougherty's first book combines creepy drama, horror, and thriller with a splash of his twisted humor. Designed to illustrate Legendary Pictures' feature film of Dougherty's directorial debut Trick 'r Treat . Get the book and explore the weird world of Trick 'r Treat!Trick 'r Treat tells the story behind this personal and spooky movie, from Dougherty's initial inspiration through the development process, the painstaking production design and the roots of Halloween traditions. It celebrates the yearly ritual that we all participate in but only dimly understand, explaining why we do all the activities associated with the holiday.

Set in a dystopian future where a dangerous drug epidemic threatens humanity, the story unfolds around Jason Keel, who is haunted by his wife's tragic death. A mysterious anomaly, "The Phenomenon," linked to the drug's origins, complicates his quest for answers. Following the suspicious death of a Mars colony worker and the discovery of illegal cargo, Keel is compelled to lead a diverse team into perilous territory. As time runs out, he must confront his past and muster the strength to battle an unknown enemy for the sake of mankind.

This volume is about managing dealers, distributors and agents in overseas markets, a useful guide for anyone doing business overseas. It gives detailed practical advice on how to go about finding, appointing and managing local agents.

This American classic has been corrected from the original manuscripts and indexed, featuring historic photographs and an extensive biographical afterword.

The increasing popularity of the Internet has resulted in the majority of today's programming tasks and applications involving some form of networking. Almost every programming language provides some networking facilities. However, unlike other programming languages, Java had support for network programming built into it right from the start. Java, therefore, allows you to develop powerful network applications with exceptional ease. This book introduces you to the world of Java network programming and takes you far inside it. The chapters of this book are grouped in five sections. The first section looks at network basics. Java networking preliminaries are then covered in the following section. The third section explores classes that are provided by Java to handle a variety of network tasks. Java API's that are used for distributed network programming are covered in section four. The fifth and final section investigates new networking features and improvements offered by JDK 1.4. This book

An autobiographical account, this work details James Wilson's life as a sailor and captain, beginning in the Royal Navy and transitioning to a merchant sailor. He shares vivid experiences from his travels, including encounters with diverse cultures and reflections on personal life, religion, and society. The narrative highlights the challenges of maritime life, such as storms and shipwrecks, while also recounting his conversion to Christianity and missionary efforts in the South Seas. This memoir offers a rich perspective on early 19th-century maritime history.

This campaign guide and rules expansion enhances gameplay in the Realm of the Gateway: The Death Zone, introducing new mechanics and strategies for players. It offers unique insights into the mutant characters and their abilities, enriching the immersive experience of the setting. With detailed descriptions and guidelines, it aims to elevate the adventure and challenge players in innovative ways, making it a valuable resource for both newcomers and seasoned gamers.

The book is a reprint of an original work first published in 1840, offering readers a chance to explore its historical context and themes. This edition preserves the essence of the original text, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the literary style and societal issues of the time. It serves as a window into the past, reflecting the thoughts and cultural nuances of the era in which it was written. Readers can expect an authentic experience of the literary landscape from nearly two centuries ago.