Small town boy journeys from Ponce, Puerto Rico to Manhattan: a riff on many famous movies and books. Except in this case the boy is gay, confused, frightened, and trying to find where he will fit in and be happy. The story has a happy ending—of sorts. Boy from Ponce finds companionship, happiness, and his proud gay identity in the Big City. But it also has a sad ending—of sorts. Boy from Ponce finds out he has HIV, almost dies, gets almost well, then meets another illness—Inclusion Body Myositis. He is confined to a wheelchair. And yet— In the same year he becomes wheelchair-bound, the man rediscovers an old love: writing poetry. He begins to write. He writes more. He becomes adept. His poetry soars. "This," he says, "is what I should have been doing all along." As you read the poems of Félix Garmendía, you will say to yourself, "This is what I should have been reading all along." You will discern influences from Whitman, from Neruda, and also from the art of Frida Kahlo, with whom Felix feels a particularly strong kinship as a disabled artist. After all, he says, they both fly on invisible wings. In this book you will discover poems light as the summer art in Fort Tryon Park, poems as down and raunchy as a honky-tonk on Canal Street, poems as pensive and stately as the Statue of Liberty and her pedestal. For in many ways this book also pays homage to New York, Félix's fiercely loved home since 1988. Happy, sad, frightened, soaring, ecstatic, loving. Moods galore and then some. Images that magic you from deep anguish to utter excitement and bliss. Come fly with Félix. You will never read anything quite like these poems. You may even find your own invisible wings.

Half a century before the 'flying wing' B-2 stealth bomber entered service, John K. 'Jack' Northrop was already developing prototypes of a large 'flying wing' strategic bomber, which would have been the most radical bombers of their age. World War II brought a need for very long-range bombers and Northrop received a contract for a 172-ft span bomber, the B-35. Several of these were built, gradually evolving into the definitive XB-35 configuration. Testing revealed that the aircraft was invisible to radar, but engineers struggled to overcome the design challenges and several pilots were lost in crashes. While the program was cancelled in the 1950s, the concept extended into other highly innovative areas, such as the XP-56 and MX-324 Rocket Wing prototype fighters. But the greatest legacy was the first operational flying wing – the Northrop Grumman B-2 stealth bomber, which used much of the hard-won experience from the pioneering programs of half a century before.

The story behind the technology that revolutionized both aeronautics, and the course of history.On a moonless night in January 1991, a dozen airplanes appeared in the skies over Baghdad. Or, rather, didn't appear. They arrived in the dark, their black outlines cloaking them from sight. More importantly, their odd, angular shapes, which made them look like flying origami, rendered themundetectable to Iraq's formidable air defenses. Stealth technology, developed during the decades before Desert Storm, had arrived. To American planners and strategists at the outset of the Cold War, this seemingly ultimate way to gain ascendance over the USSR was only a question. What if the UnitedStates could defend its airspace while at the same time send a plane through Soviet skies undetected? A craft with such capacity would have to be essentially invisible to radar - an apparently miraculous feat of physics and engineering. In Stealth, Peter Westwick unveils the process by which theimpossible was achieved.At heart, Stealth is a tale of two aerospace companies, Lockheed and Northrop, and their fierce competition - with each other and with themselves - to obtain what was estimated one of the largest procurement contracts in history. Westwick's book fully explores the individual and collective ingenuityand determination required to make these planes and in the process provides a fresh view of the period leading up to the end of the Soviet Union. Taking into account the role of technology, as well as the art and science of physics and engineering, Westwick offers an engaging narrative, one thatimmerses readers in the race to produce a weapon that some thought might save the world, and which certainly changed it.

The empire of Larenta has fallen, along with its king, Sylvia's father. With the loss of her kingdom and family, she is now the last of her ancestral line—a line of secrecy and great power. The last true descendant of an extinct and powerful race Sylvia must be careful; she knows too well how her powers could be used for good or for evil. Struggling to stay alive, Sylvia goes into hiding but is soon discovered by a rogue warrior named Derik and his two companions. Derik promises to protect her, and she reluctantly decides to trust him. She soon reveals her family secret to Derik—and pulls herself into a dangerous mission that could either threaten or save the world. Warm feelings develop between Sylvia and Derik, but he has secrets of his own. What's more, his small group is divided about how Sylvia's gifts should be used—and, to complicate matters, a bloodthirsty bounty hunter is on their trail. Derik must get Sylvia to battle; her supernatural strengths will decide the fate of the land ... but will her powers be used for good, or will her deep fears become a reality as her powers destroy all that she loves?

A memoir of the Lindbergh family by a daughter of the famous aviator Charles Lindbergh.

I was advised to start this book with where I studied and who my teachers where. I’m not going to do that. I am an ordinary person with unordinary thoughts. My autobiography consists of what I’ve done, mainly discoveries combined with theory. This is what you are holding in your hands now, and the incredible applications that follow from them. For many people where they studied and who taught them it is important, but for me it does not matter. Pierre Fermat was educated as a lawyer. In his spare time he was engaged in mathematics and left to mankind a number of mathematical discoveries. Evariste Galois did not even finish high school and was left without a degree because he could not take the Matura exam in mathematics. However, he left humanity almost all modern mathematics. Thomas Edison was almost illiterate, but this did not prevent him from becoming one of the most prolific inventors in his time. At the same time, tens of thousands of scientists work in institutes, leaving piles of books to mankind without any discoveries in them. In their scientific works there are only findings. Most of them are convinced that they do not make any discoveries because everything is already discovered. The truth is quite different. What we know is limited, but what we do not know has NO boundaries. I wrote this book because some omnipotence forced me to do this. My research showed that there are amazing events that are associated with rapid technological and spiritual development and change in the structure of human society. All this will be accompanied by natural cataclysms. Therefore, some biblical texts are misunderstood and misinterpreted. Under these conditions it is impossible to stay calm. Don’t let the mathematical formulas scare you. You can do without them. Read on and you will understand, because it is a theory of reality.

Murray Leinster's 'The Ultimate Sci-Fi & Fantasy Collection' presents a comprehensive anthology of 45 titles showcasing the author's versatility in the realm of speculative fiction. From imaginative space operas to thought-provoking alternate timelines, Leinster's writing resonates with readers through his intricate world-building and engaging plots. His ability to blend science fiction and fantasy elements seamlessly adds depth and complexity to his narratives, making this collection a must-have for fans of the genre. Leinster's distinct literary style, characterized by his vivid imagery and captivating storytelling, solidifies his place as a pioneering figure in the golden age of science fiction literature. Each title in this collection offers a unique perspective on futuristic societies, alien encounters, and technological advancements, making it a fascinating and enriching read for any sci-fi enthusiast. Murray Leinster's timeless works continue to inspire and captivate readers, cementing his legacy as a prominent voice in speculative fiction.

The intrepid science squirrels are back in a fun new adventure exploring flight, from the bestselling creator behind Library Mouse When curious squirrel Curie notices a baby bird learning to fly for the first time, she can’t wait to try too! But everyone tells her that squirrels can’t fly. Determined, Curie decides to conduct her own experiment with the help of her big brother Newton. Can they find a way to soar in the sky? Gently exploring the science of flight with simple, kid-friendly explanations of topics including gravity, air currents, air pressure, and lift, this light introduction to the principles of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) from bestselling author-illustrator Daniel Kirk depicts an inquisitive and resourceful sibling team who solve real-life problems together—and have a lot of fun along the way.

Thirteen fantastical tales, including What Time Do You Call This? - a wildly ironic story about a bank robber who shuttles to an alternate universe and runs into himself. Communication - a modest plan by a shaman spiritualist gets out of hand when the dead begin to contact him. And Isles Where Good Men Lie - a space caravan of scale-armoured, bacteria-laden immigrants begins to make landings on Earth every twenty-two hours.. and is likely to do so for the next twelve centuries.