Fergus, a unique baby dragon who can only blow bubbles instead of breathing fire, faces an uncertain future in a clan of powerful fire-breathing dragons. As he navigates his identity and purpose, the story explores themes of acceptance and self-discovery. Readers will be captivated by Fergus' journey to find his place in a world that values traditional dragon traits.
A thrilling adventure unfolds as Sneaky and his friends embark on a frantic quest to locate his lost pocket watch. The urgency of the search drives the story, keeping readers engaged and eager to discover the outcome. With a playful warning against skipping to the end, this tale promises excitement and suspense as they navigate challenges in their pursuit.
Colin the Conker embarks on an extraordinary adventure from his lofty perch in a tall tree. Throughout his journey, he encounters a cast of memorable characters and faces thrilling challenges. This tale celebrates the theme of unlikely heroes, promising to captivate and entertain young readers with its blend of excitement and peril.
An invited collection of peer-reviewed papers surveying key areas of Roger Needham's distinguished research career at Cambridge University and Microsoft Research. From operating systems to distributed computing, many of the world's leading researchers provide insight into the latest concepts and theoretical insights--many of which are based upon Needham's pioneering research work. A critical collection of edited-survey research papers spanning the entire range of Roger Needham's distinguished scientific career, from operating systems to distributed computing and security. Many of the world's leading researchers survey their topics' latest developments and acknowledge the theoretical foundations of Needham's work. Introduction to book written by Rick Rashid, Director of Microsoft Research Worldwide.