Bøger af Chris Cook

This book gives the most up-to-date story of the serial killer Peter Sutcliffe, AKA the Yorkshire Ripper. His confessions to police in 1981, and his later confession in 1992 to two further attacks, are gone into in greater detail than ever before, as are attacks on women that the police later felt they had enough evidence to charge him with. We also delve deep into the police investigation and highlight the many failings of the West Yorkshire Police Force and the many times Peter Sutcliffe should have been caught. Using Home Office files that the author had released under the FOI Act at the National Archives, this is the true story of the Yorkshire Ripper âEUR" and the 32 girls and women whose lives he affected forever. In researching this book, the author contacted some of the those whose lives were affected by Sutcliffe. One of those, Mo Lea, kindly agreed to write the foreword for the book having read it in full:_This book is a very valuable contribution, knocking all the other books out there about Sutcliffe well off the shelf!__This is a very thorough and incredibly well researched account of the murders and attacks of Peter Sutcliffe. Chris has produced a comprehensive report that is the best reference book on Peter SutcliffeâEUR(TM)s killing spree. Aspects of the consequences of the investigation are laid bare, clearly underlining where procedures went wrong, especially relating to how the police took John HumbleâEUR(TM)s hoax seriously.__Chris provides insight with an intelligent overview of how the findings of the Byford and Sampson Reports show how the West Yorkshire Police mishandled the investigation.__Compact, condense and a valuable read to anyone interested in his crimes._- Mo Lea, survivor of an attack by Peter Sutcliffe

Poetry and stories of a life lived in struggle.

Santa Claus is real! Read the true story of Santa Claus and learn how he became the man he is today. A classic Christmas story inspiring both kids and adults to live their lives like Saint Nicholas and Christ.Note from the author: I remember Christmas time was always the happiest time growing up. I can't think of anything besides God's spirit in the air and through other people that made everything so joyous. Santa Claus of course was a big part of my upbringing and brought so much excitement. As I grew older I wanted to be more like Santa Claus. The more I learned about him, the more I wanted to be like him. Nicholas is an inspiration to us all and how we can be closer to Christ in our lives

Get the very best from your retirement, Whatever Age, Whatever Situation. This book will help you to retire and fund your retirement through the ups and downs of Stock Market Crashes and Pandemics. It will help you to get the very best out of the retirement time of your life using Zen to guide you to the very best of everything.

Zen and the Art of Art is a book that guides you through all of the many advantages of Art the Zen way. It will give you a better understanding of art and how to create better art. Even if you have never thought of creating art before this guide helps you to retrain your brain into the brain of an artist. It contains exercises and guides to help you see the world better and create your own Zen art world. It even gives an insight into sharing or even selling your art to the world.

Gabriel and the Followers return to deal with their new enemy. The battle continues.

Fifteen year old Gabriel's life is about to change forever. He discovers everything surrounding his life has been a lie. A journey begins that lets Gabriel discover who he really is and what his destiny is. He learns he has special abilities that he must use to defeat an evil group that has been looking for him ever since his birth. Along the way he discovers friendship, family, and love. Will he learn enough in time to stop the evil?

"Think Edgar Allan Poe crossed with Ogden Nash, or Wallace & Gromit mashed up with The Corpse Bride, add a twist of the grotesque and a dab of the bawdy-and you'll have an idea of the sublime delights that await you in Christopher Cook's marvelous collection of verse." Jonathan Potter, author of House of Words "Don't let Chris Cook's humor fool you: he's serious. He's serious about the need for love in a world that can seem heartless; and he's serious about using his humor to reawaken our hearts and minds to everyday joys that surround us. Chris Cook is a gem, and a true original." Dennis Held, author of Betting on the Night and Ourself "Chris Cook writes poems from a standpoint of deep humanity and sincerity. Details that seem trivial, by the end of the poem, will become vital, not just to the poem, but to life. This is perhaps the greatest praise I can offer a writer." Mark Anderson, poet and host/organizer of Broken Mic "Chris Cook is part poet, part magician. His writing consistently makes you think you are reading a tale of whimsy until you get to the end and realize it just changed your life." Kurt Olson, Spokane poet

Kaua'i A History paints a portrait of Old Kaua'i in words and images, bringing back to life the rich heritage and independence of an island portrayed as the Separate Kingdom by historian Edward Joesting. The narrative and images concisely offer informed accounts of Kaua'i's history, both island-wide and individual towns. Explored are the mythical ancient days of a primordial island and the arrival of Polynesian settlers voyaging from Kahiki, their homeland in the South Pacific; the western discovery of the Hawaiian Islands by Captain James Cook landing at Waimea, Kaua'i; the bringing of Christianity and literacy by New England missionaries; Baja California cowboys of the 1830s establishing the paniolo ranching culture; the establishment of the first commercially-run sugar plantation at Kōloa, the first ever in Hawai'i; the Victorian Era of the monarchy at Princeville; the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom and annexation by the United States opening the floodgates of federal funding to develop the island; the drama of World War II in the Pacific bringing extended stays of thousands of off-islanders modernizing local ways; Hollywood choosing Kaua'i as its favorite tropical location island; tourism displacing sugar plantations in the economy.

Entrepreneurs must stay cutting-edge to make their businesses thrive. This book features a cutting-edge approach to project management that enables you to take your technical skills as a project manager, add the elements of an entrepreneur, and create a high-powered team around you as well as become the best project manager you can be.

The second book published in this series carries on from where The Moors Murderers left off and continues the horrific story of the crimes perpetrated by Ian Brady and Myra Hindley and tells of what happened at their trial in 1966.

Hawaii has the most unique Christmas, celebrated in nature's tropical setting by a multicultural population of people whose various traditions come together in harmony. Families decorate their homes with competing light shows. Tree ornaments and decorations are handmade and designed to reflect island culture with iconic images such as surfboards, palm trees, and hula dancers using tradition material such as lauhala, kapa, flowers, and plants. A bounty of food is shared featuring not just traditional Hawaiian lu'au fare but dishes from a variety of cultures. And families spend time together outside, at the beach, in the water, playing or competing in sports tournaments such as triathlons and marathons. The spirit of Christmas in Hawaii also includes lokahi--unity and harmony--where communities come together to help those in need. Here is a portrait of Christmas in Hawaii with a brief narrative of its history.

The military heritage of Hawaii spans a millennium, from the legendary days of ancient Hawaiian kings to the high-tech warriors of the 21st century. Serving in Paradise tells their story in words and through select historic photos and illustrations, plus guides you to the memorials, monuments and museums that honor and portray this heritage. This heroic journey begins in the days when Hawaiian warriors fought with weapons made of wood, stone and bone. In the 19th century the use of western weapons"€"of cannon, musket and rifle, swords"€"solidified the Kamehameha dynasty's rule of the Islands. By 1900, following the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy in 1893, the United States made Hawaii a Territory. This opened the door to the establishment of army, navy and Marine bases on Oahu. On December 7, 1941--America's Day of Infamy. A blow-by-blow account of the day of the Pearl Harbor attack is given, describing both the American and the Japanese sides of the battle. World War II brought great change to Hawaii with over a million soldiers, sailors, Marines, airmen, and Coast Guardsmen serving in Hawaii and stopping through on the way to battles in the Pacific Theater. In the Post-War era you will learn of Hawaii's role in the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and our nation's 9/11-response battles in the Middle East.

In the Spokane tradition of Vachel Lindsay, Chris Cook sings. Before you register the dark humor, the sharp satire, or the elegant constructions of the meter, you'll notice the music of these poems. Whether at the park, in memory, or elsewhere on the periphery, Cook writes large-hearted poems that remind us how poetry moves: from ear to mind to heart.

It's not just visitors who have come in droves to experience Kauai's scenic beauty, natural wonders, and sense of mystery. Hollywood knew Kauai's secrets long before the Garden Isle became a destination for travelers from around the globe. Its fascination with Kauai goes as far back as 1933 when the first major feature, White Heat (originally titled Cane Fire), was filmed. The New Kauai Movie Book includes films made since the book's original release in 1996 such as The Descendants, a film acclaimed as the most authentic movie about Hawaii ever made; Pirates of the CaribbeanOn Stranger Tides; Soul Surfer, the story of Kauai shark attack survivor Bethany Hamilton; and Ben Stiller's Tropic Thunder. It documents Hollywood's almost century-long love affair with Kauai integrating rare movie stills of casts, crews, and sets, along with the breathtaking color imagery of locations by renowned island landscape photographer David Boynton. Readers are able to trace the location of almost every major Hollywood feature filmed on the island including Jurassic Park, South Pacific, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Pirates of the Caribbean, and the Descendants. It is almost like visiting the locations where your favorite memorable scenes were made and reliving them. The New Kauai Movie Book is also filled with detailed information about film making on Kauai. There is a concise history of surfing movies, a look at documentary filmmaking in the island's native forests, and accounts of Japanese film companies. As well, there is a driving guide to movie locations, a two-page film location map, a comprehensive compendium of feature films ever made on the island.

Three generations of a racing dynasty give their take on life in and out of the saddle.

Entrepreneurs must stay cutting-edge to make their businesses thrive. This book features a cutting-edge approach to project management that enables you to take your technical skills as a project manager, add the elements of an entrepreneur, and create a high-powered team around you as well as become the best project manager you can be.

THE FINAL EDITIONA world of knowledge rolled into one must-have volume - the Swiss army knife of reference booksThe quintessentially British almanac, Pears'' Cyclopaedia continues to inform and intrigue generations of readers with its unique mix of solid facts and fascinating gems. Now in its final year, this ultimate volume offers clear and concise information on such wide-ranging subjects as global events, Norse mythology and modern cinema. Updated regularly by editor Chris Cook and his panel of experts, this handy and beautiful edition includes new entries for all major events from 2017-18 and all the traditional favourites - from public figures and celebrities, through medical matters and classical mythology, to a gazetteer of the British Isles and the latest tax advice.

""Combines data tables, summary and analysis with thematic overviews and chronological outlines to provide a guide to British elections and electoral systems from 1689 to 2013"--Provided by publisher"--

This new reference work, designed for students, teachers and the general reader provides a detailed yet wide-ranging guide to the turbulent events of 20th century Europe. It covers the whole period from Tsarist Russia and Imperial Germany to the Balkan Wars of the 1990s and the final birth of the Euro in 2002.

Covers Christian history over the last two millennia, from the early Church of the Roman Empire. This book is useful for students, teachers and the general reader.

Covers the events as Europe transformed during the period from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment.