David loomis (185 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. 1. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

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Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. 1993. Natural History, geography. University of Nevada Press. 144 p., very good cloth and good+ dust jacket with small 1" tear. 9/25.

Condizione: Good. 1st Edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Cloth Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 144pp including index Ex-library with usual library markings Protective mylar cover over dust jacket.

paperback. Condizione: Good. This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear . This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear .

Pamphlet. Condizione: Very Good. Vol 53, pp. 35-60, Maps, Extracted from orig vol, begins with Title page, trimmed & stapled, thus is like a pamphlet, VG.

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Wraps. Condizione: Very Good. Vol. 44, No. 4. Edited by Ted White. Cover art by Michael Hinge. Includes "One Million Tomorrows" (pt. 1 of 2) by Bob Shaw; "A Time to Teach, a Time to Learn" (novelet) by Noel Loomis; "Enemy by Proxy" (novelet) by Jack Wodhams; "Through the Dark Glass" by Gerard F. Conway; "Fish Men of Venus" (classic reprint) by David Wright O'Brien. New Features: "Editorial"; "Dianetics: The Evolution of a Science" by Barry Malzberg; "Science in Science Fiction: Not with a Whimper" by Greg Benford & David Book; "The Club House" by John D. berry; ". . .Or So You Say. ."; "The Future in Books". Illustrated by Michael Hinge, Michael Kaluta, Jeff Jones, and Julian Krupa. Minor creasing; light soiling and rubbing; tanning; rear cover staple wear thru. Magazine. …

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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

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Trade Paperback. Condizione: Like New. "Happiness: Use It or Lose It "originates in the mystery of why so many severely developmentally disabled people are full of the "joy of life" while many other--far more capable--people find life so frustrating, worrisome, and at times, even intolerable. Signed by Author.…

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1st Edition. Printed 1992. Corner of front board bumped, otherwise a bright, tidy copy in tight binding Used - Very Good. VG hardback in VG dust jacket Used - Very Good. VG hardback in VG dust jacket.

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Softcover. Condizione: Good with no dust jacket. Sound binding. Clean, age-darkened pages. Wraps are age-darkened at spine and around edges, with overall handling wear. Contents: Rogers, "Tom Stoppard's Protagonists: Searching for the Bridge." Craven, "Towards a Newer Virgil - Mondrian De-mythologized." Barbera, "Choruses of Revolt in Verdi's Operas of the 1840s." Loomis, "Frumps, Dowagers, Shakespeare, and Aeroplanes: Love for Life in Mrs. Dalloway." Townsend, "Flaxman and Homer: A Marriage of Art Forms." Oakley, "The Forest of Arden: This Other Eden, Demi-paradise." Notes on contributors. 9.0" tall; 124 pages.…

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Condizione: Like New. In unused condition, may show some slight shelf wear, but otherwise unread. This title was digitally scanned from a rare, out of print edition, and will have some visual artifacts from that process.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. In a world where the military and urban planning collide like two stubborn sheep in a narrow lane, David Loomis presents us with "Combat Zoning - Military Land-Use Planning In Nevada." Published in 1993 by the University of Nevada Press, this book is the literary equivalent of a tactical manual for planning the perfect picnic in a minefield. Yes, dear reader, it?s as confusing as it sounds, yet somehow utterly fascinating. Loomis bravely ventures into the desert landscapes of Nevada, where the only thing hotter than the sun is the debate over land-use policies that might just get someone blown up if done incorrectly. Imagine, if you will, a wild frontier where generals and planners ponder their next moves over a game of cards. One minute they?re deciding on zoning for a military base, and the next, they?re arguing about whether cacti constitute a suitable barrier for potential fallout. With a blend of irony and earnestness, Loomis digs through the bureaucratic layers of military land-use planning like a child digging in the sandbox, only to unearth tantalizing nuggets of red tape and environmental concern. Who knew planning could involve so much testosterone and so little common sense? This book doesn?t merely document land-use strategies; it serves as a potent reminder that while we may be planning for war, we?re also planning for the inevitable potluck. With its mix of military strategy and zoning laws, "Combat Zoning" is an ironic love letter to the idea that even the most serious of endeavors can be bogged down by a good old-fashioned zoning dispute. What?s next? A debate on whether to build a Starbucks within a training zone? Heaven forbid the troops go without their caffeine fix! As you traverse the pages, expect to be inundated with riveting discussions on land designation and usage?topics that would make even the most passionate of planners break into a light sweat. Loomis illuminates the complexities of military land-use planning with the flair of a stand-up comedian trying to explain tax law to an audience that just wants to hear about the time their uncle got lost in the desert. You may even find yourself holding your breath as he navigates the treacherous waters of environmental regulations and military necessity, a feat that takes the kind of finesse usually reserved for a high-speed chase in a B-movie. And let?s not forget the historical context! The book blends a serious academic tone with the dry wit of someone who has watched too many war movies while eating popcorn. Loomis cleverly balances these two elements, making you wonder if you?ve stumbled into a lecture or a sitcom. One can?t help but chuckle at the absurdity of it all?military planners, after all, are people too, albeit people who might have a slightly different idea of what constitutes ?green space.? As the pages turn, you will be greeted with a plethora of insights and possibly a few head-scratching moments. Expect to learn about the various competing interests in military land-use planning; it?s like a game of chess where every piece is a general with a personal agenda. And just when you thought you understood zoning laws, Loomis throws in a curveball, like a rogue drone hovering over your backyard barbecue. Condition: Good, but with a slight patina of dusty charm that could only come from years of being thumbed through by curious minds at Crappy Old Books. You might even find the occasional coffee stain, which adds a certain je ne sais quoi to the already eclectic content. Whether you?re a neophyte to the world of military planning or a seasoned expert looking for a chuckle, this book will provide you with a unique perspective on the strange marriage of land-use planning and military necessity. So, if you fancy yourself a connoisseur of quirky and ironic literature?or just have a curious itch for military logistics?"Combat Zoning" is your ticket to the bureaucratic rodeo of Nevada?s arid landscape. Grab it while you still can from Crappy Old Book.…

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