David Cook Books

This text covers all the essential aspects of drawing, starting with advice on the various drawing media and going on to explain how they can be used to achieve different effects. Other sections look at topics such as proportion, composition, light, tone and texture.

Balto has a quiet life as a sled dog - until tragedy strikes. Dozens of children in Nome become sick with diphtheria. Without antitoxin serum, they will perish - and the closest supply is 650 miles away! The only way to get the serum to Nome is by sled, but can the dogs deliver it in time? Heading bravely into a brutal blizzard, Balto leads the race for life. Illus. in full color.

This 50-day devotional guides readers through the Book of Acts, offering insightful reflections for both individual study and group discussions. Each day's entry encourages deeper exploration of the early church's formation, the spread of the Gospel, and the work of the Holy Spirit. It fosters spiritual growth and understanding of key themes, making it suitable for personal reflection or communal engagement. Ideal for those seeking to deepen their faith and knowledge of early Christianity.

A highly readable survey of the major responsibilities, opportunities and challenges involved in coaching today's athlete. It emphasizes the mental techniques known through the latest research in sport psychology to enhance performance and enjoyment in sports.

The first translated and annotated edition of Ibn Na'if's work offers readers a comprehensive understanding of the text through detailed commentary and cultural context. It highlights the author's unique perspective and literary style, making it accessible to a modern audience while preserving the original nuances. This edition serves as an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike, bridging historical gaps and enriching the appreciation of Ibn Na'if's contributions to literature and thought.

These phamlets include some of the history and photographs of the many different and beautiful castles in Scotland.

Learning robotics by yourself isnt easy, but it helps when the encouragement comes from an expert whos spent years in the field. Not only does author David Cook assist you in understanding the component parts of robot development, but he also presents valuable techniques that prepare you to make new discoveries on your own.Cook begins with the anatomy of a homemade robot and gives you the best advice on how to proceed successfully. General sources for tools and parts are provided in a consolidated list, and specific parts are recommended throughout the book. Also, basic safety precautions and essential measuring and numbering systems are promoted throughout.Specific tools and parts covered include digital multimeters, motors, wheels, resistors, LEDs, photoresistors, transistors, chips, gears, nut drivers, batteries, and more. "Robot Building for Beginners" is an inspiring book that provides an essential base of practical knowledge for anyone getting started in amateur robotics.

This book explores the history of martyrdom in Islam, contrasting modern extremist interpretations with classical definitions that reject suicide. David Cook examines early sources, sectarian differences, and the evolution of martyrdom concepts, making it essential for understanding this complex topic in Islamic history.

The EarthFrom the top of the highest mountain to the ocean depths, from the icy polar wastes to the burning heat of the deserts, the Earth has enormous variety. This book tells the fascinating story of the planet on which we live.

For readers of Robot Building for Beginners (Apress, 2002), welcome to the next level! Intermediate Robot Building offers the kind of real-world knowledge that only an experienced robot builder can offer—the kind of knowledge beginners usually have to learn through mistakes. In this book, you'll learn the value of a robot heartbeat and the purpose of the wavy lines in photocells. You'll find out what electronic part you should sand. You'll discover how a well-placed switch can help a robot avoid obstacles better than a pair of feelers. And you'll avoid mistakes that can cause a capacitor to explode. Want a robot that can explore rooms, follow lines, or battle opponents in mini-sumo? This book presents step-by-step instructions and circuit and part descriptions so that you can build the robot featured in the book or apply the modules to your own robot designs. Finally, you'll find the complete schematics for Roundabout, a room explorer that requires no programming and uses only off-the-shelf electronics. With Roundabout, you'll use many of the same techniques used by professional robotics engineersand you'll experience many of the same challenges and joys they feel when a robot "comes to life."