John Long

Jeff Rand, a feared and vengeful gunslinger since his family were murdered, is persuaded by Jim Miller to give up his gunning and join him in peaceful gold-mining. All goes well until one day Jeff returns to camp to find Miller murdered and the gold stolen. Jeff rides off in a black mood of revenge. But after a saloon fracas, he is forced by gunmen to take part in a bank raid. Then the raiders are ambushed and though Jeff escapes with half the gang, they accuse him of informing and beat him up. Can Jeff extricate himself? Can he clear his name and can he bring the murderers to justice? Lead must fly before he can find the answers.

Todo lo que siempre has querido saber acerca de las criaturas más grandes y peligrosas que jamás han habitadola Tierra. Adéntrate en las páginas de este libro para conocer cómo eran y cómo vivían los dinosaurios, como fueron las batallas mas impresionantes y como se extinguieron.Este libro nos habla tambien de los contrabandistas de fosiles, los esqueletos vendidos por millones de euros y las huellas de dinosaurio robadas. Porque 65 millones de años despues de su desaparicion, los dinosaurios siguen siendo criaturas fascinantes para todos.Asi que, ¡retrocedamos 150 millones de años, al fantastico mundo de los dinosaurios!A partir de 10 años.

Imprescindible manual con todos los tipos de anclajes y su utilización. Acompañados por el experto escalador americano John Long conoceremos cómo aprovechar anclajes naturales, utilización de empotradores, colocacion de friends, montaje de reuniones complejas, ecualizacion de seguros dudosos y triangulos de fuerzas; todo ello con 36 ejemplos fotograficos de su instalacion.

El primer manual exclusivamente dedicado a la escalada deportiva en el que se abordan cuestiones tales como el aseguramiento, el mosquetonaje, sistemas de trabajo en vías o técnicas para controlar las caidas. Increibles dibujos hacen de esta una obra practica y muy amena.

Breves y concisos capítulos resumen todas y cada una de las tecnicas de escalada, aplicadas en los rocódromos. Incluye la jerga específica, trucos de virtuosos, descripción de los más enrevesados movimientos. Las tecnicas de los expertos al alcance de los principiantes. El manual es un obra amena y facil para aquel que quiera iniciarse en la escalada, ademas de muy util para quien acuda a un rocodromo a entrenar. Contiene los capitulos: Escalando en presas artificiales, piezas del puzzle de la seguridad, tecnicas de aseguramiento, tecnicas de movimiento, top - rope, ir de primero, hacer boulder, como entrenar en el gimnasio y un glosario de terminos de escalada. Con toda la informacion necesaria de nudos, movimientos, cuerdas, mosquetones, seguros, anclajes... Contiene fotos y croquis.

Will keep you on the edge of your seat from its first page to its last page Jared Diamond Pulitzer Prize winning author of Guns Germs and Steel From ancient megalodons to fearsome Great Whites this book tells the complete untold story of how sharks emerged as Earth s ultimate survivors by world leading paleontologist John Long Sharks have been fighting for their lives for 500 million years and today are under dire threat They are the longest surviving vertebrate on Earth outlasting multiple mass extinction events that decimated life on the planet But how did they thrive for so long By developing superpower like abilities that allowed them to ascend to the top of the oceanic food chain John Long who for decades has been on the cutting edge of shark research weaves a thrilling story of sharks unparalleled reign The Secret History of Sharks showcases the global search to discover sharks largely unknown evolution led by Long and dozens of other extraordinary scientists As the tale unfolds Long introduces an enormous range of astonishing organisms a thirty foot long shark with a deadly saw blade of jagged teeth protruding from its lower jaws and bizarre sharks fossilized while in their mating ritual With insights into the threats to sharks today

¡Especial ilustrado! En la primera historia, cuando Robin necesita desesperadamente a un archienemigo, Starfire se ofrece con entusiasmo a ocupar el puesto. Un momento... ¿Starfire como villana? ¡Así es, y parece que se lo va a tomar muy en serio! En la segunda historia, os invitamos a uniros a los heroes favoritos de los mas pequeños de la casa en una sorprendente aventura.

In "John Longs Journal, 1768-1782," J. Indian Trader Long masterfully captures the nuanced dynamics of trade and cultural exchange between European settlers and Indigenous peoples during a formative period in North American history. Written in a straightforward yet evocative style, Longs journal entries reveal the complexities of frontier life, characterized by both collaboration and conflict. The narrative weaves personal anecdotes with broader historical commentary, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the daily routines, challenges, and moral quandaries of the era, making it a vital resource for understanding the evolving landscape of early American society. J. Indian Trader Long was not only a trader but also an astute observer of the peoples and cultures he encountered throughout his travels. His extensive experiences among various Indigenous tribes and European settlers provided him with a unique perspective that is reflected in the candid and often poignant reflections presented in his journal. Long was shaped by the tumultuous socio-political landscape of the 18th century, which influenced his writing and commitment to documenting the dualities of cooperation and strife inherent in his interactions. "John Longs Journal" is an essential read for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in early American history and indigenous relations. Its authentic voice and critical insights challenge contemporary readers to reflect on historical narratives while shedding light on the interconnections that define our collective past. This book not only serves as an invaluable historical document but also invites contemplation on the lessons that can be drawn from Longs lived experiences.

Este manual nos proporciona la información más completa, actualizada y fácil de entender sobre cómo colocar seguros fiables y montar reuniones a prueba de bomba, que protejan nuestra vida. John Long, mitico escalador del Yosemite y autor de excelentes manuales de escalada en roca, explica de una forma clara, concisa y entretenida como conseguirlo en esta edicion actualizada, ilustrada con mas de 100 fotografias del guia y monitor profesional Bob Gaines. Aprenderas a montar todo tipo de reuniones solidas y seguras en diferentes situaciones reales de escalada, viendo las ventajas e inconvenientes de las diversas posibilidades. Anclajes naturales, empotradores pasivos, friends, clavos, chapas, nudos, reuniones colgando, instalaciones de fortuna para rapelar o abandonar, montaje de descuelgues para escalar con la cuerda por arriba todo esto explicado con gran detalle. Y, por primera vez, se investigan a fondo las bases de una buena reparticion de fuerzas y el choque que sufren los diferentes elementos de la cadena de seguridad, incluyendose un analisis pormenorizado de situaciones realistas y practicas recomendaciones. Para este libro se realizaron pruebas especificas que revelan las resistencias reales de una instalacion en linea y de los diferentes triangulos de fuerzas, frente a la sabiduria popular en la que se basaba anteriormente nuestro montaje de reuniones, muchas veces erroneo. Anclajes de escalada incluye todo lo que debes saber para montar reuniones seguras, sencillas y eficientes.

Will keep you on the edge of your seat from its first page to its last page Jared Diamond Pulitzer Prize winning author of Guns Germs and Steel From ancient megalodons to fearsome Great Whites this book tells the complete untold story of how sharks emerged as Earth s ultimate survivors by world leading paleontologist John Long Sharks have been fighting for their lives for 500 million years and today are under dire threat They are the longest surviving vertebrate on Earth outlasting multiple mass extinction events that decimated life on the planet But how did they thrive for so long By developing superpower like abilities that allowed them to ascend to the top of the oceanic food chain John Long who for decades has been on the cutting edge of shark research weaves a thrilling story of sharks unparalleled reign The Secret History of Sharks showcases the global search to discover sharks largely unknown evolution led by Long and dozens of other extraordinary scientists As the tale unfolds Long introduces an enormous range of astonishing organisms a thirty foot long shark with a deadly saw blade of jagged teeth protruding from its lower jaws and bizarre sharks fossilized while in their mating ritual With insights into the threats to sharks today how