Mike Tucker is a respected figure in the world of television special effects, having spent many years honing his craft at the BBC Television Visual Effects Department. He now leads his own company, The Model Unit, where he continues to innovate in effects supervision. Tucker has also established himself as a compelling author, penning original novels tied to the beloved Doctor Who series and books inspired by the adventures of Merlin. His expertise extends to collaborative factual works, offering behind-the-scenes insights into television production.
The narrative reveals the hidden history of the Unified Intelligence Taskforce (UNIT), detailing its crucial role in protecting Earth from alien threats over the past fifty years. It chronicles the organization's evolution from its early days under Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart to its current leadership by his daughter, Kate. The account includes declassified files, technical schematics, and firsthand testimonies from UNIT personnel, alongside insights from the Fifteenth Doctor, making it a comprehensive guide to humanity's battles against extraterrestrial invasions.
Offering a unique boots-on-the-ground perspective, this oral history captures the experiences of a Marine scout-sniper platoon during their 2005-06 combat tour in Iraq. Author Mike Tucker provides firsthand accounts, delving into the challenges and realities faced by the unit, while exploring the implications of American military policy in the region. Through personal narratives and insights, the book presents a vivid portrayal of the complexities of warfare and the soldiers' experiences in a critical period of history.
In Lift-the-Flap Fairy Tales: Jack and the Beanstalk, the traditional fairy tale is retold in irreverent, playful rhyme that's perfect for reading aloud, and brilliantly accompanied by Nick Sharratt's bright and vibrant illustrations. There are flaps to lift and pop-up surprises on every page: make the beanstalk grow up into the clouds, be brave and open the doors to the giant's castle, and watch his feet pop up out of the compost heap as he comes tumbling down from the sky! Includes a free audio CD read by Anna Chancellor, with two tracks: listen to the story alone, or follow along with the book by turning the pages when you hear the chime. Look out for Lift-the-Flap Fairy Tales: The Three Little Pigs!
To become the dominant species in the universe. The Dalek Combat Training
Manual collates intelligence gathered by Time Lords over centuries of raging
wars through time and space, and is invaluable to anyone engaging the Daleks
in battle.
Die Angriffe der Deutschen haben ihren Höhepunkt erreicht. Während die Luftwaffe London bombardiert, beobachtet der Auswanderer Cody McBridge die Bruchlandung einer bedrohlichen, silbernen Sphäre. Er sieht etwas aus ihrem Inneren hervortreten. Die Sphäre muss eine neue Geheimwaffe der Deutschen sein, die irgendeine Fehlfunktion hatte. Was sonst? Inmitten des Chaos landen der Doktor und Ace und folgen einer Spur, die sie direkt zu versteckten Nazis führt. Zudem begegnen sie einigen sehr alten Feinden … Ein Abenteuer mit dem siebten Doktor, gespielt von Sylvester McCoy, und seiner Begleiterin Ace.
Here on Saturn, it literally rains diamonds. For over fifteen years the crew
of Kollo-Zarnista Mining Facility 27 has been extracting diamonds from deep
within the atmosphere of Saturn, diamonds that help to fund the ever-expanding
Human Empire.
Twelve festive adventures, starring twelve incarnations of the ever-enduring Doctor. Bright and brilliant, these tales are filled with monsters, mayhem, merriment and plenty of Christmas magic.
Die Abenteuer des 12. Doktors gehen weiter! Insektenterror! Gabby Nichols bringt ihren Sohn ins Bett, als sie ihre Tochter „Mami, da ist ein Weberknecht in meinem Zimmer!“ rufen hört. Und dann hört sie nur noch Schreie … Kevin Alperton ist auf dem Heimweg von der Schule, als er von einer Schnake angegriffen wird. Einer großen Schnake. Doch es ist nicht nur der Tote, eingewickelt in einem riesigen Spinnenkokon, der dem Doktor Sorgen bereitet oder mutierte Insektenschwarm, der ihn nervös macht.
Impossible Worlds: A 50-Year Treasury of Art and Design
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This intimate tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at the sets, costumes, spacecraft, alien planets, creatures, weapons, and gadgets that create the stunning world of Doctor Who. Spanning distant galaxies and ancient Earth, the series showcases a vast array of imaginative possibilities for its artists. Stephen Nicholas and Mike Tucker have curated a breathtaking collection of rare, never-before-published images from the BBC archives, complemented by insights from the show’s writers. The work of the remarkable designers is highlighted, paying tribute to the meticulous attention to detail that shapes the show’s aesthetic, from iconic villains like the Daleks and Cybermen to the smallest props and the TARDIS console room. The book explores the collaboration between the art department, costumers, and special effects artists, revealing how they create coherent looks for diverse alien worlds. It also discusses the relationship with the computer graphics department, enabling the creation of grand locations beyond real-world limitations. Thematic divisions examine the program's history and the evolution of its art and design. Packed with surprising information, photographs, and trivia, this collection is essential for every fan, whether new or established.
Gabby Nicholsová ukládá právě syna ke spánku, když zaslechne křik své dcery: ,,Mami, mám v pokoji obrovskýho osminožku." Kevin Alperton zase jde do školy, když na něj zaútočí obří komár. A pak se začnou dít nebezpečné věci.
Doktorovi dělá zmutovaný hmyz starosti; vesnice je odříznutá od okolního světa pavučinami a hmyz je stále nebezpečnější a hrozivější. Doktor ví, že dokud se mu nepodaří rozšifrovat zvláštní symboly vyryté v prastarém kamenném kruhu a neodhalí tajemství ještě z doby 2. světové války, nikdo z místních obyvatel nebude v bezpečí.
'My new Fire-Ice will solve all the problems of the planet!' The world is on the brink of crisis. As fuel runs short, society begins to break down. One man seems to have the answer. But is it too good to be true? The Doctor arrives at an old oil refinery near the South Pole, concerned by claims about this new form of energy. He soon discovers something huge and terrifying is stalking the refinery. It brings death and destruction in its wake. The battle has begun for planet Earth. A thrilling, all-new adventure, featuring The Doctor as played by Matt Smith in the spectacular hit series from BBC Television
A mysterious new knight arrives in Camelot for the sword tournament. His fighting skills are impressive but Merlin suspects that dark magic is involved. With Prince Arthur next in line to fight, time is running out for Merlin to prove that evil is afoot.
Earth, 2099. Globabl warming is devastating the climate. The polar ice caps are melting. In a desperate attempt at preservation, the governments of the world have removed vast sections of the Arctic and Antarctic and set them inside huge domes across the world. The Doctor and Martha arrive in Snowglobe 7 in the Middle East, hoping for peace and relaxation. But they soon discover that it's not only ice and snow that has been preserved beneath the Dome. While Martha struggles to help with an infection sweeping through the Dome, the Doctor discovers an alien threat that has lain hidden since the last ice age - a threat that is starting to thaw! Featuring the Doctor and Martha as played by David Tennant and Freema Agyeman in the hit series from BBC Television.
On a lonely stretch of Welsh coastline, a fisherman is killed by a hideous creature from beneath the waves. When the Doctor and Rose arrive, they discover a village where the children are plagued by nightmares, and the nights are ruled by monsters. The villagers suspect that ancient industrialist Nathanial Morton is to blame, but the Doctor has suspicions of his own. Who are the ancient figures that sleep in the old priory? What are the monsters that prowl the woods after sunset? What is the light that glows in the disused lighthouse on Black Island? As the children's nightmares get worse, the Doctor and Rose discover an alien plot to resurrect an ancient evil...
"... is a street-level view of the struggles of maintaining control in the anarchy that pervaded Iraq after Coalition forces declared victory. Tucker journeyed--and fought--with Special Forces groups in both Mosul and Fallujah, cities unconvinced the war was over, and willing to do anything to ensure that the struggle would continue."--from publisher description.
