Urban City

Step into the thrilling world of "Urban Treasure Hunting" and unlock the secrets buried beneath the city landscapes. This eBook delivers an exciting exploration into the world of city metal detecting, touching every pivotal facet of this captivating hobby from understanding urban locales to efficient excavation and invaluable detecting cues. "Urban Treasure Hunting" is an appealing mix of informative chapters power-packed with comprehensive details and valuable insights crafted strategically for both novices and experienced practitioners. Commence your journey with an engaging introduction ...

The first European settlers saw America as a paradise regained. The continent seemed to offer a God-given opportunity to start again and build the perfect community. Those messianic days are gone. But as Alex Krieger argues in City on a Hill, any attempt at deep understanding of how the country has developed must recognize the persistent and dramatic consequences of utopian dreaming. Even as ideals have changed, idealism itself has for better and worse shaped our world of bricks and mortar, macadam, parks, and farmland.

There’s a new kid on the block… Max Damiano is less than thrilled when talented and pretty Priya Agarwal arrives with her parents to train with him in demon-hunting. Graceful, deadly and double-gifted like him, she’s every bit his match. Not only does he need to contend with the strange girl, there's talk of future marriage too. But the appearance of a bone-sucking demon on the streets of New York City threatens Hunters and civilians alike. Can Max and Priya set aside their rivalry to face this new and insidious threat? The City Never Sleeps is the fourth book in the Damiano Legacies ...

Zinzi has a Sloth on her back, a dirty 419 scam habit and a talent for finding lost things. But when a little old lady turns up dead and the cops confiscate her last paycheque, she's forced to take on her least favourite kind of job - missing persons. Being hired by reclusive music producer Odi Huron to find a pop star should be her ticket out of Zoo City, the festering slum where the criminal underclass and their animal companions reside.

When a top Hollywood Agent is found poisoned in the bathtub of her home, suspicion quickly turns to one of her two nieces. But Carol Childs, a reporter for a local talk radio station, doesn’t believe it. The suspect is her neighbor and friend, and also her primary source for insider industry news. After a media frenzy pits one niece against the other—and the body count starts to rise—Carol knows she must save her friend from being tried in the court of public opinion. Even the most seasoned reporter can be surprised, and when a Hollywood psychic shows up in Carol’s studio one night ...

The lights go out, the power shuts off, cars crash, and all electronic devices cease to work. In the blink of an eye, the world has gone dark and cold. This is what will happen as a result of an EMP attack on the United States. We will have been officially thrown back to the Stone Ages, and things could remain that way for ten years. During that time, over 90% of the population will die from starvation, dehydration, disease, murder, and suicide. The only question is: are you prepared? That’s why I decided to write a series of in-depth books that discuss the specifics on how to get ...

Getting knocked up by my grumpy old boss was never my plan. Newly single, I treat myself to a night out and end up naked in a mysterious man's bed. When I start a new job as an executive assistant to the CEO of a successful tech company, I'm horrified to find that my boss is the same jerk I just spent the night with. He tries to get rid of me by making me look inept in front of everyone but I'm determined to prove myself. I still can't deny my overwhelming attraction to him. He's always impeccably dressed with perfect hair that begs me to run my fingers through it. When he looks at me, I ...

Unveil the Power of Voice in Urban Spaces with "Urban Voices Rising" Are you passionate about shaping the future of your city? "Urban Voices Rising" is a revolutionary read that delivers an in-depth exploration into the transformative world of citizen engagement in urban planning. This enlightening guide serves as your personal roadmap to unlocking the potential of community voices to create vibrant, livable cities. Embark on a journey that begins with "The Building Blocks of Citizen Engagement," navigating through the essentials of public involvement and shedding light on the key ...

Have you ever experienced Big D*ck Energy? Description: In the bustling city of Chicago, best friends Aries and Tasha are navigating the tumultuous waters of adulthood, each facing their own set of challenges, desires, and temptations. In "Big Dick Energy," a compelling tale of friendship, lust, and self-discovery, readers are plunged into a world where the line between platonic and romantic becomes increasingly blurred. Aries, with his charismatic charm and unwavering confidence, seems to effortlessly attract attention wherever he goes. As his baby mama drama builds, he finds himself ...

He's the Silver-fox Billionaire CEO who pushes my limits and ignites my desires. I'm his assistant, his secret, and the one woman he can't resist. Balancing his advances with job security tests my resolve. Despite his tough exterior, his vulnerabilities draw me closer. When danger strikes, Trent becomes my protector, whisking me away from my troubles. Despite his wealth and influence, I fear the forbidden love growing between us. But can love flourish in a world where we're worlds apart? His charm broke my resistance, leading to a passionate encounter with lasting repercussions. A startling...

How to Make a Beautiful City? is a practical guide for city planners, architects, and concerned citizens alike who want to transform their cities into beautiful and livable places. In this book, the author draws on his research and experience to highlight the challenges faced by many megacities around the world, such as pollution, traffic, and a lack of greenery. The author offers practical solutions to overcome them. By adopting a European housing model, the author proposes 16 practical steps to urban planning success, which include developing good architecture, cleaning up the city, ...

Combine a neighborhood in turmoil, a strong blue-collar family, and a teenager with middle-class instincts -- what do you get? Row House Blues. . . . In jack Myers' sequel to Row House Days, the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Jimmy Morris' childhood is no longer simply declining -- it's plunging headlong into the abyss. As neighbors sell out and flee for the suburbs, a painful choice confronts the Morris Family: to remain in their once-comfortable row home, or to opt for a new life beyond the city limits. The definitive, hard-hitting story of white America's late 20th-century exodus...

LOYAL Enemies is a gripping urban drama that dives deep into the lives of Kah, Toya, and Big Boi, navigating love, loyalty, and betrayal in the gritty streets of South Jamaica, Queens. As Kah serves time in prison for a crime he didn't commit, his relationships are tested, both inside and outside the prison walls. Toya, the woman he left behind, faces her own struggles, while Big Boi, Kah's fiercely loyal partner, keeps things afloat on the streets. But as old enemies resurface and new threats emerge, Kah must confront his past and fight for a future where loyalty comes at the ultimate ...

Raphael Roberts is back in this final installment of the Good Cop, Bad Cop series. Raphael dodges yet another bullet when he's recruited by the feds. He's unleashed on the city of Atlanta's booming drug market. He's so deep undercover the lines begin to blur. He soon loses track and can't recall if he's an undercover cop pretending to be a dope boy or dope boy pretending to be a cop. His old comrade from the police force joins him but officer Johnson has secrets of her own. Not even Superman can dodge all bullets and unlike Superman Raphael isn't bulletproof. Turn the page and see if he'll ...

The Trader of Chicago by H. Wilhelm Starkweather is a psychological fiction novel set in early 20th century Chicago. It captures the tumultuous world of speculative trading and the intricate dynamics of a wealthy family in the Windy City. Gina Brown, a young woman from a small town in Massachusetts, finds herself thrust into the high-stakes world of Chicago's trading floors and social elite. As she navigates the complexities of love, ambition, and familial duty, Gina's journey becomes a riveting exploration of human psychology and societal pressures. A captivating psychological thriller ...

Life is supposed to be easy and carefree when you are young, but if you live in Washington, DC, that's not always the case. Flashing back to the 1990s, listeners enter the lives of four black men looking to gain money, power, and respect. These four brothas come from different walks of life, but they have one thing in common: They are trying to make fast money in the harsh inner city. However, when the money comes too easily, there's usually a price attached...the ultimate price.

In this remarkable challenge to conventional thinking about the environment, David Owen argues that the greenest community in the United States is not Portland, Oregon, or Snowmass, Colorado, but New York City.

Discover the future of food production with Urban Agriculture, an insightful eBook that takes you on a journey through the innovative world of vertical farming. As urban spaces grow denser and the demand for fresh produce increases, vertical farming emerges as a sustainable solution, blending technology and agriculture in groundbreaking ways. This comprehensive guide starts with an intriguing introduction to the concept and evolution of vertical farming, revealing its unique advantages in bustling urban landscapes. Dive into the essential aspects of planning your vertical farm, from site ...

In the year 2008, a Malamute arrives in New York City, followed by a pack of German Shepherds, Dobermans, and Great Danes, all dressed in grand old Prussian style. They become the toast of Manhattan - Monster Dogs. But who, or what, are they really? Outfitted with voice boxes and prosthetic arms, the dogs are the result of an experiment begun years ago in a tiny Canadian village. But their creators did not anticipate that these decadent dogs would be threatened by a strange, incurable illness.

Every great city has a soul. A human avatar that embodies their city's heart and wields its magic. New York? She's got six. But all is not well in the city that never sleeps. Though Brooklyn, Manny, Bronca, Venezia, Padmini and Neek have temporarily managed to stop the Woman in White from invading—and destroying the entire universe in the process—the mysterious capital 'E' Enemy has more subtle powers at her disposal.