[PDF] The Institute Of Fantastical Inventions eBook

Author : Dave Leys
Publisher : New Holland Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 37,72 MB
Release : 2019-10-17
Category : Australian fiction
ISBN : 9781760791346

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Leo McGuffin had the best job in the world. As Chief Technical Officer of the Institute of Fantastical inventions (IFI), he had one central mission - to take the wishes, the dreams, the fantasies of ordinary people and to make them come true. Leo's latest clients were the Simpson Family. Their wish was simple - to create a harmonious family. While Leo and his boy genius assistant Edward are researching ways to help the Simpson family, pint sized Isabella Santo is hired to monitor the performance of the scientists, and the IFI is thrown into chaos.Can Leo and Edward save the IFI from robots? Will Edward find a way to get Isabella to notice him? And will Leo ever find the words to make things right with his favorite colleague, Dr Andrea Allsop?

Author : Dave Leys
Publisher :
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 48,4 MB
Release : 2018-07-31
Category : Australian fiction
ISBN : 9781922134936

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Leo McGuffin has the bestjob in the world. He worksfor the Institute of FantasticalInventions making people's fantasies come true. Wantto float around the house like a bubble and pop atmidnight No problem. Have you secretly alwayswanted to be an astronaut but were too short, tooround or had poor eyesight Never fear, the IFI will makeit happen. And though Leo is a talented scientist, his people skills leave a lot to be desired:witness his relationship with colleague, Dr Andrea Allsop.When boy wonder Edward joins up with Leo, they help boring Roger Mumble become aninternational man of mystery. Then the pair uncover a dastardly plan to steal and sell theInstitute's array of magnificent inventions, threatening the very existence of the organisationLeo loves. Can Leo, Edward, Dr Andrea Allsop and the mysterious Roger Mumble outwit thespies and save the Institute from ruin

Author : Jules Verne
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 2183 pages
File Size : 15,1 MB
Release : 2024-01-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN :

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Jules Verne's 'The Jules Verne Sci-Fi Omnibus' is a collection of extraordinary tales that blend fantastical adventures, scientific wonders, and incredibly prophetic inventions. Verne's literary style is characterized by meticulous attention to scientific detail, vivid descriptions of exotic locales, and a forward-thinking imagination that was far ahead of its time. Each story within the omnibus presents readers with a thrilling journey through uncharted territories, both on Earth and beyond, challenging the boundaries of what was believed possible at the time of publication. The inclusion of illustrations enhances the reader's experience, bringing Verne's visionary worlds to life in captivating detail. Jules Verne, often referred to as the 'Father of Science Fiction', drew inspiration from the technological advancements and exploration of the 19th century. His background in law and passion for travel informed his narratives, as he sought to educate and entertain readers with tales that sparked the imagination and encouraged curiosity about the world around them. Verne's ability to predict future inventions, such as submarines and space travel, continues to astonish readers to this day. I highly recommend 'The Jules Verne Sci-Fi Omnibus' to those who are fascinated by the intersection of science and adventure in literature. Verne's timeless stories offer a glimpse into a world where the impossible becomes possible, inviting readers to explore the depths of the unknown and embrace the wonders of human ingenuity.

Author : Bathroom Readers' Institute
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 50,91 MB
Release : 2013-05-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1607107945

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Discover strange gadgets you never knew existed in this volume from the nation’s top collector of curious and interesting information! The writers behind Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader present this totally true treasury of amazing gizmos—devilish devices you never knew existed, created by people who thought the world absolutely needed what they had to offer and sell. Read all about: * The onesie that turns your crawling baby into a mop * The fart-stifling blanket * The square watermelon * The video game you control with your mind * The weight loss device that sucks food out of your stomach, and much much more!

Author : E. Kretschmer
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 17,29 MB
Release : 2011-12-05
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1447495411

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Author : Jonathan Eisen
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 19,61 MB
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780399527357

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A scientist with a revolutionary cure for AIDS is incarcerated without explanation. Valuable artifacts are mysteriously misplaced by a prominent archaeological institution. Three celebrated astronauts perish in a suspicious fire after voicing their criticism of the US space program. Yet our world’s most powerful agencies hastily dispel these alarming reports as conspiracy theories, and bury them in padlocked archives. The fact is that a suppression syndrome exists in our society. Suppressed Inventions and Other Discoveries exposes the startling degree of truth behind the rumors. Jonathan Eisen has collected over forty intriguing stories of scientific cover-ups and programs of misinformation concocted to conceal some of the most phenomenal innovations in mankind’s history. These no-holds-barred accounts force us to confront the naiveté—and danger—of trusting our academic and political leaders to act always for the common good. Suppressed Inventions and Other Discoveries presents documented evidence that corporate self-interest, scientific arrogance, and political savvy have contrived to keep us in the dark about technological breakthroughs or interplanetary contact that may shift the current balance of power. Prepare yourself for a revealing look at the research and development to which we’ve been denied access. Suppressed Inventions and Other Discoveries begins by examining the ties that bind the medical establishment to powerful pharmaceutical corporations. Then it details the struggle of the independent research against Orthodox Science and its code of conduct, the Scientific Method. Next, the book investigates the cover-up of information concerning UFOs and extraterrestrial life that’s certain to make you reconsider what you thought was science fiction. The final section discusses just a few of the numerous alternate energy resources and fuel savers that, if put on the market today, would soon run the fossil fuel monopolies out of business.