A Gecko for Luck

A Gecko for Luck
Author: Horst H. Geerken
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 394
Release: 2015-05-05
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 3839152488

The large house gecko, called tokek, is regarded as a lucky talisman by the Indonesians. When its 'Toke' resounds in the night, they count how many times it calls, both in town and in the country, and this number determines how lucky the call is. Only an odd number is lucky: seven is already quite good, but nine promises the peak of success and good fortune. The author has spent 18 years in Indonesia and helped the young independent country in its development and construction on the sectors of telecommunications, electrotechnical and solar power engineering. Amusing and interesting events from his private and professional life during those years make this book historically interesting and also humorous reading for anyone who is interested in getting to know Indonesia off the beaten tourist track. The author and his famliy had tokeks in both their house in Jakarta and their weekend home in Carita. He often has heard nine successive calls, and the prophecy was fulfilled: Indonesia has brought the author luck and happiness.

Encyclopædia of Superstitions, Folklore, and the Occult Sciences of the World

Encyclopædia of Superstitions, Folklore, and the Occult Sciences of the World
Author: Cora Linn Daniels
Publisher: The Minerva Group, Inc.
Total Pages: 676
Release: 2003-11
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9781410209153

Originally published in 1903, this is an excellent source for an historical perspective on superstitions and folklore. Hundreds of entries are arranged alphabetically within broad subject categories. The original subtitle reads: "A comprehensive library of human belief and practice in the mysteries of life through more than six thousand years of experience and progress including the fundamental intuitions and instincts underlying the structure of civilization, theology, mythology, demonology, magic, witchcraft, esoteric philosophy, signs, omens, oracles, sorceries, auguries, divinations, prophecies, methods and means employed in revealing fortune and fate, systems and formulas for the use of psychical forces, hypnotism, clairvoyance, telepathy, spiritualism, character reading and character building with all the known powers and wonders of mind and soul, illustrated with numerous ancient and modern designs and thoroughly indexed."

The Leopard Gecko Advisor

The Leopard Gecko Advisor
Author: Ray Roehner
Publisher:
Total Pages: 175
Release: 2014-06-01
Genre: Leopard geckos as pets
ISBN: 9780692026274

A cutting-edge guide to the proper care and husbandry of the fastest growing pet in popularity in the world.

Complete Vancouver Island Tourist Guide

Complete Vancouver Island Tourist Guide
Author: Andrew Kolasinski
Publisher:
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2010-11-26
Genre: Vancouver Island (B.C.)
ISBN: 9781896437057

Find the Island's best with everything from museums, antiques and high tea, to wilderness and high adventures. From stately Victoria to wild and natural splendors, Vancouver Island has something for everyone: history, culture and refinement, rich marine life, pristine forests, mountains and beaches. Fish for salmon, play golf year-round, kayak among the islands and bays, or ride the big surf at Pacific Rim National Park. Discover ancient cultures-the art, legends and dances-of the First Nations. Complete Vancouver Island Tourist Guide will help you find hidden gems that only the locals know.

Geckos

Geckos
Author: Aaron M. Bauer
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2013-03-15
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1421409259

Everything a student, naturalist, or curious observer wants to know about the biology and diversity of geckos. Q: How do geckos walk across ceilings? A: Millions of hair-like setae on each foot. Q: Where do geckos come from? A: Throughout the world. Usually where it’s warm. Q: How many species of geckos are there? A: Close to 1,500 and counting! Q: What do they eat? A: Insects mostly. Discover the biology, natural history, and diversity of geckos—the acrobatic little lizards made famous by a car insurance ad campaign. Lizard biologist and gecko expert Aaron Bauer answers deceptively simple questions with surprising and little-known facts. Readers can explore color photographs that reveal the natural wonder and beauty of the gecko form and are further informed by images of how geckos live in their natural habitats. Although written for nonexperts, Geckos also provides a carefully selected bibliography and a new list of all known species that will be of interest to herpetologists. Anyone who owns a gecko, has seen them in the wild, or has wondered about them will appreciate this gem of a book.

Leopard Gecko

Leopard Gecko
Author: Frank Indiviglio
Publisher: Howell Book House
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2007-04
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9781683367154

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs-now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Leopard geckos are attractive and easy to care for, making them popular pets. There's lots to know before you bring home a gecko, and this guide fills you in with information on: Choosing your Leopard gecko Must-have supplies Setting up and equipping your vivarium Feeding, handling, and caring for your pet Breeding geckos and hatching and raising babies Leopard geckos can live twenty years or more, so be sure you're ready to commit to your fascinating creature. You'll enjoy years of slinky live entertainment.

Living While Dying

Living While Dying
Author: Donna Tarrant
Publisher: WestBow Press
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2014-04-29
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1490825592

On the day Donna Tarrant was diagnosed with breast cancer, December 17, 2002, she was standing at the kitchen counter slicing ham for the twenty-five or so guests that were due to arrive for a luncheon any minute. The phone call left her speechless. The doctor told her to buy green bananas; she would be alive to eat them! Any other time, she would have laughed out loud. Now, she was going to die. After half a night of research, she knew exactly what she was going to do. After the doctors appointment, she was determined. She would have a mastectomy and tram flap reconstruction, all on the same day. She did not intend to have chemotherapy or radiation. This is when God stepped in and made her realize that she was in control of nothing, except her dependence and faith in Him. She learned very quickly that He is in control and He does have a plan. She could make bold statements about what she was not going to do, but the truth of the matter was that she had to hand it all over to Jesus, her Lord and Savior. Finally, she received the peace that was missing. She could not attain that peace without giving it all to Jesus. After surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, she began anew to live her lifeone of extreme appreciation for the gift that she had been given. Life was so much more precious now and she lived it fully. Then, the unthinkable happened.

The Greenest Gecko

The Greenest Gecko
Author: Ploy Pirapokin
Publisher: Tor Books
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2017-02-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 076539393X

After an unusual public incident in which the frail, elderly president is revitalized, geckos are now considered to bring good luck. At the Ministry of Merit, Fon is secretly in charge of building the next Gecko Cannon for the family of president of Bankim’s eightieth birthday. She is honored to be assigned this duty and works diligently to create and deliver this extraordinary machine. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Zelda, The Queen of Paris

Zelda, The Queen of Paris
Author: Paul Chutkow
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2011-10-04
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 0762777257

A true story of the luckiest dog in the world.