Author: Chuck Palahniuk
Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.
ISBN: 0307477509
Size: 32.90 MB
Format: PDF, Mobi
Category : Students, Foreign
Languages : en
Pages : 241
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Thus speaks Pygmy, one of a handful of young adults from a totalitarian state sent to the United States, disguised as exchange students, to live with typical American families and blend in, all the while planning an unspecified act of massive terrorism. Palahniuk depicts Midwestern life through the eyes of this thoroughly indoctrinated little killer, who hates us with a passion, in this cunning double-edged satire of an American xenophobia that might, in fact, be completely justified. For Pygmy and his fellow operatives are cooking up something big, something truly awful, that will bring this big dumb country and its fat dumb inhabitants to their knees.

Author: Chuck Palahniuk
Publisher: Doubleday Canada
ISBN: 030737372X
Size: 76.46 MB
Format: PDF, Mobi
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 256
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“Begins here first account of operative me, agent number 67 on arrival midwestern American airport greater _____ area. Flight _____. Date _____. Priority mission top success to complete. Code name: Operation Havoc.” Thus speaks Pygmy, one of a handful of young adults from a totalitarian state sent to the United States, disguised as exchange students, to live with typical American families and blend in, all the while planning an unspecified act of massive terrorism. Palahniuk depicts Midwestern life through the eyes of this thoroughly indoctrinated little killer, who hates Americans with a passion, in this cunning double-edged satire of a xenophobia that might, in fact, be completely justified.

Author: Chuck Palahniuk
Publisher: Anchor
ISBN: 038553034X
Size: 62.62 MB
Format: PDF, ePub, Docs
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
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A gang of adolescent terrorists, a spelling bee, and a terrible plan masquerading as a science project: This is Operation Havoc. Pygmy is one of a handful of young adults from a totalitarian state sent to the US disguised as exchange students. Living with American families to blend in, they are planning an unspecified act of massive terrorism that will bring this big dumb country and its fat dumb inhabitants to their knees. Palahniuk depicts Midwestern life through the eyes of this indoctrinated little killer in a cunning double-edged satire of American xenophobia.

Author: Chuck Palahniuk
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1409077624
Size: 67.36 MB
Format: PDF
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 256
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Agent Number 67, nicknamed Pygmy for his diminutive size, arrives in the United States from his totalitarian homeland. An 'exchange student' he is welcomed with open arms by his Midwestern host family. Simpsons-spinoffs, they introduce him into the rituals of postmodern American life, which he views with utter contempt. Along with his fellow operatives, he is planning something big, something truly, truly awful, to bring this big dumb country's fat inhabitants to their knees.

Author: Robert E. Wells
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
ISBN: 0807593540
Size: 12.61 MB
Format: PDF, ePub, Mobi
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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A pygmy shrew is small—it's among the littlest mammals! A ladybug is even smaller, but it hardly seems tiny when you compare it to a protozoa! And there are many things smaller still—so small that we can see them only with a microscope. Would you believe there are particles that are so tiny that we can't measure their exact size? Explore the huge world of the very small!

Author: Henry Thatcher
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1477761144
Size: 30.24 MB
Format: PDF, ePub, Mobi
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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While most people think of rodents as being small, like the tiny pygmy mouse, the capybara will shock many with its large size! But size is not everything. There is plenty to discover about the pygmy mouse and the capybara in this volume that brings together the biggest and smallest in one place to encourage intelligent comparison.

Author: Ludwig Lorrick
Publisher: Imb Publishing
ISBN: 9781910617069
Size: 69.51 MB
Format: PDF, ePub
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 156
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Pygmy goats are the most adorable goat breed. They are miniature goats that provide the best source of entertainment to goat owners across the globe. Pygmy goats were introduced to the world from central Africa. These goats were the result of a type of dwarfism. However, because of their hardiness and because of their calm and friendly nature, they were taken into individual homes. Another important trait of the pygmy goat is their size. This makes them the perfect urban backyard pet. They are not as demanding for space or food as other dairy goats but provide milk that is of better quality. Therefore, these goats are great pets to have. It is important to understand when you are bringing home a pet goat that this animal needs special care and attention. They are seldom found in the urban set up. They are usually raised in large numbers on farms and also in designated commercial set ups where there is ample professional help available to take care of these animals. If you are planning to bring a goat home, on the other hand, you must invest a lot more time doing your homework and research about this animal in the first place. You must be sure that you can take on this responsibility before you make a commitment. This book covers all the subjects including how choosing your goats, how to take care of the goat, how to feed them and even how to ensure that they are always healthy. This book is perfect for a first time owner. Covered in this book: - History - What you need to know before you buy - Housing - Grooming - Daily care - Milking - Interacting - Breeding - Health and well being - Insurance - Costs .... and much more

Author: Randall L. Susman
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1475700822
Size: 48.25 MB
Format: PDF, ePub, Docs
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 464
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Historical Remarks Bearing on the Discovery of Pan paniscus Whether by accident or by design, it was most fortunate that Robert M. Yerkes, the dean of American primatologists, should have been the first scientist to describe the characteristics of a pygmy chimpanzee, which he acquired in August 1923, when he purchased him and a young female companion from a dealer in New York. The chimpanzees came from somewhere in the eastern region of the Belgian Congo and Yerkes esti mated the male's age at about 4 years. He called this young male Prince Chim (and named his female, com mon chimpanzee counterpart Panzee) (Fig. I). In his popular book, Almost Human, Yerkes (1925) states that in all his experiences as a student of animal behavior, "I have never met an animal the equal of this young chimp . . . in approach to physical perfection, alertness, adaptability, and agreeableness of disposition" (Yerkes, 1925, p. 244). Moreover, It would not be easy to find two infants more markedly different in bodily traits, temperament, intelligence, vocalization and their varied expressions in action, than Chim and Panzee. Here are just a few points of contrast. His eyes were black and in his dark face lacked contrast and seemed beady, cold, expressionless. Hers were brown, soft, and full of emotional value, chiefly because of their color and the contrast with her light complexion.

Author: Elliott Lang
Publisher: Imb Publishing
ISBN: 9781909151505
Size: 21.92 MB
Format: PDF, ePub, Docs
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 104
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Everything you need to know about Pygmy Goats as pets. This book is a must have guide for anybody passionate about Pygmy Goats, Mini Goats or Dwarf Goats. Facts and information. Raising, breeding, keeping, milking, food, care, health and where to buy all included. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straight forward, no nonsense fashion, Elliott Lang covers all aspects of keeping Pygmy Goats. The book is full of sound advice and answers to your questions.

Author: Phillip T. Robinson
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0190627875
Size: 75.50 MB
Format: PDF, ePub, Mobi
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 475
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Though the pygmy hippopotamus has been designated as a flagship species of West African forests (meaning that by raising conservation efforts for a single species, an entire ecological region could benefit), very little research has been published on the animal. They are solitary, nocturnal, and highly evasive, and until recent developments in "camera trap" technology, they were considered the least-photographed large mammal species in the world. The information currently available on this endangered species is scattered, limited, redundant, and often inaccurate, and no major volume exists as a resource for those interested in the conservation effort for the species, until now. Phillip Robinson and his coauthors provide a treatment of the natural history, biology, and ecology of the pygmy hippo, along with a discussion of the rare animal's taxonomic niche and a summary of the research initiatives involving it up to this point. The authors show the ways in which the pygmy hippo has come into contact with people in West African countries, both in terms of ecological and cultural impact. This creature has been the subject of local folktales, and is treated as almost mythic in some regions. Information on issues related to captivity, breeding, and zoos is provided. The book is heavily illustrated with original photographs and anatomic drawings. The project should be of use to conservation biologists, zoologists and natural history readers, and will be the definitive single-volume account of an animal that the scientific community has designated to be ecologically significant to West Africa.

Author: Lorrie Boldrick
Publisher: All Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780962453137
Size: 58.58 MB
Format: PDF, Docs
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 237
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Author: Alix Wood
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1499481691
Size: 11.21 MB
Format: PDF, ePub, Docs
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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Pygmy goats are becoming popular pets. What should you know before bringing one of these cute creatures home? Readers will find out as they discover basic facts about pygmy goats, including what animals they get along with and how to care for them. Learning about these adorable animals also introduces readers to science curriculum topics such as animal habitats. A helpful quiz is included to allow readers to test themselves on the fun facts they learned. Engaging main text, eye-catching fact boxes, and colorful photographs help make this an entertaining and educational reading experience for animal lovers.

Author: Barry S. Hewlett
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 9780472082032
Size: 35.13 MB
Format: PDF, Docs
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 201
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This systematic study of non-Western fathers' roles in infant care focuses on the Aka pygmies of central Africa

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Publisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 9781422324936
Size: 43.54 MB
Format: PDF, ePub
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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Author: George Hoddington
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781912057252
Size: 79.55 MB
Format: PDF, ePub, Mobi
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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When most people hear the word "pet" they picture a cuddly kitten or a fluffy dog - maybe even a hamster or a bird. Most people do not associate the image of a horned and bearded goat with the word "pet." Pygmy goats are, however, becoming very popular as pets and for good reason. These animals are very friendly and can be incredibly entertaining. If you have ever wanted a pet but don't want to go for something "traditional" like a cat or dog, a pygmy goat might be the right choice for you. While these animals may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the word "pet," they actually make great companion animals. Pygmy goats are incredibly intelligent and affectionate by nature, which makes them a joy to keep. Additionally, the cost and care required for keeping these pets is significantly lower than keeping other kinds of livestock. If you are looking for an entertaining and unique pet, consider the pygmy goat. In this book you will learn the basics about pygmy goats including their origins as pets, what they look like and how to care for them. You will receive all the information you need to prepare your pygmy goat enclosure and to stock up on necessary supplies to keep your goats healthy. You will also find a number of valuable tools and resources regarding feeding, breeding and general care of pygmy goats as well as important information regarding preventing and treating pygmy goat diseases. As an added bonus, you will also receive a wealth of information about showing pygmy goats in addition to a long list of frequently asked questions. Everything you have ever wondered about pygmy goats can be found within the pages of this book! If you've ever considered keeping pygmy goats as pets, this book is just the thing you need to get started. Covered in this book: - Best breeds - Bonding - Choosing your goat - Costs - Feeding - Health care - History - History - Housing - Milking - Owner's checklist - Raising goats - .....and much more

Author: Chuck Palahniuk
Publisher: Editions Denoël
ISBN: 9782207261323
Size: 65.84 MB
Format: PDF, Kindle
Category :
Languages : fr
Pages : 275
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Une bande d'ados sectaires, venus d'un mystérieux pays totalitaire, débarquent aux Etats-Unis pour un séjour linguistique. Sur fond d'échanges culturels, ils décryptent l'american way of lite pour mieux infiltrer le pays et mettre en oeuvre une action terroriste sans précédent, opération Dévastation. Comme toujours, Palahniuk souffle le chaud et le froid, titillant les nerfs du lecteur jusqu'à la limite du supportable : de l'angoisse au burlesque, il n'y a qu'un pas qu'il franchit à grand renfort d'humour déjanté. Servis par un langage aussi malmené pour l'occasion que nos idées reçues, les rapports d'opérateur numéro 67, alias Pygmy, sont un délice du genre : s'y dessine une Amérique inculte, fermée sur elle-même, indolente et goinfre jusqu'à l'épuisement. Par contraste, la conviction de ces jeunes fanatiques, le caractère implacable de la haine qui les anime saisit le lecteur d'effroi. Dans ce petit bijou d'indécence, Palahniuk poursuit le travail de dépeçage des fondements de la culture de masse américaine en mettant en scène ce grand cauchemar qui la tenaille, celui du terrorisme.