Peter Burgess Knihy

The More You Know About Your Fish… …the better equipped you will be to care for them. Tropical Fishlopaedia gives advice and guidance on all aspects of fishkeeping, including choosing and buying compatible species; fish body language; nutrition; breeding; lighting, water, and decor; aquarium maintenance; identifying and treating disease; and much much more. The easy-to-use ‘What If…?’ section answers all your questions and concerns, giving in-depth information on a whole range of problems, such What if my fish swims at an odd angle? What if my fish has jumped out of the tank? What if my fish has spots? What if my fish hides? What if my fish won't eat? What if my fish clamps its fins? Whatever your question, Tropical Fishlopaedia has the answer. Author Mary Bailey has kept tropical fish for more than 25 years, and is known internationally as an expert on the cichlid family. She has written several fishkeeping books, and is the English editor of Aqua Geographia magazine. She is also contributor to, and co-editor of, the Cichlids Yearbook series. Dr Peter Burgess BSc MSc Mphil PhD, is a fish health scientist, with more than 25 years' experience as an aquarist. An author of numerous articles and scientific papers on fishkeeping, he is editor of the international journal Aquarium Sciences and Conservation. A visiting lecturer in aquarium sciences, he is also an international consultant to the aquarium fish industry.

Focusing on a small group of Queensland's 9th Battalion Anzacs, the book delves into their pivotal role as the first soldiers to land at Gallipoli during World War I. Through extensive research, the author uncovers the identities and life stories of 26 of these men, celebrating their contributions and sacrifices. The narratives highlight themes of mateship, self-sacrifice, and the evolving identity of ordinary Australians in wartime, while also shedding light on often-overlooked aspects of the Gallipoli campaign, such as the scouts' significant roles.

Peter Henry Burgess offers a compelling narrative that explores his life and contributions. The book delves into his experiences, highlighting his significant impact in various fields. It provides insights into his personal philosophy and the challenges he faced, showcasing his resilience and dedication. Through engaging anecdotes and reflections, readers gain a deeper understanding of Burgess's legacy and the values that shaped his journey. This biography serves as both an inspiration and a testament to the power of perseverance and innovation.

How to get maximum performance from the MGB's four-cylinder B-series engine for road or track.This book tells you all you could want to know, expert tips, and is packed with understandable and down-to-earth advice based on the author's years of hands-on experience. Covers all MGB and MGB GT 4-cylinder engines (except 3-bearing crank engines) Explains the ‘first principles’ of engine power and tuning Handy ‘power recipes’ to help achieve the performance you want How to improve airflow, camshafts, carburation, ignition and exhaust Lubrication and cooling systems improvements Uprating suspension, wheels, tyres and steering for better handling How to set-up and tune on a rolling road Comprehensive appendix with formulae and tuning data Includes cam timing tables for Piper and Kent cams List of specialists and suppliers to help with your MGB tune Written by an acknowledged expert, who runs a well-known tuning business in Derbyshire, England. Peter Burgess has been working with MGBs since 1978 and his engine building expertise has produced many MGB race wins. He is also the author of How To Build, Modify & Power Tune Cylinder Heads.

Alice Soh, a young Chinese kindergarten teacher with dreams of someday finding marital happiness, shares her life with her English boyfriend, Dave. He is a former computer programmer whose life now spirals through a haze of alcohol and drugs. Their lives take a drastic turn when Dave is caught with a significant amount of marijuana, intended for the patrons of Duxton Road bars. The Singapore High Court sentences him to death for drug trafficking, leaving him with no apparent escape from the hangman's noose in Changi Gaol. There is no chance of reprieve, no hope of intervention from his home country. As Dave awaits his fate, Alice wonders if there might be a miraculous escape. She believes she might have discovered a way, or rather someone who can reveal the path. However, this potential salvation comes at a personal cost. Can a condemned man truly walk through the walls of his prison? Alice is prepared to pay the price to find out.

Wenn es um Leistungssteigerung bei Viertakttriebwerken geht, richtet sich der Blick zuerst auf den bzw. die Zylinderköpfe. Hier wird das von Vergaser oder Einspritzung gelieferte Gemisch in pure Pferdestärken umgesetzt. Im Verständnis um die Funktionszusammenhänge der einzelnen Bauelemente des Zylinderkopfs liegt der Schlüssel für hohe Leistung, Zuverlässigkeit und Wirtschaftlichkeit eines jeden Viertaktmotors, sowohl im Straßenbetrieb wie für den Einsatz im Motorsport. §Dieser Band der Praxishandbuch-Reihe beschreibt in aller Ausführlichkeit und mit Hilfe zahlreicher Bilder und Illustrationen zunächst die theoretischen Grundlagen der Zylinderkopftechnik und erläutert dann mögliche Schritte zur Leistungssteigerung. Hierbei werden sämtliche Baugruppen gesondert betrachtet - vom Einlass bzw. der Gemischbildung, über Zündung bis hin zum Auslass bzw. der Auspuffanlage. Leicht verständlich geschrieben und sorgfältig zusammengestellt bietet dieses Buch dem technisch interessierten Leser alles, was er wissen muss, um mit Erfolg Arbeiten am Zylinderkopf durchführen zu können.