The Skeleton Count

The Skeleton Count
Author: Elizabeth Caroline Grey
Publisher: Graphic Arts Books
Total Pages: 20
Release: 2022-01-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1513223887

The Skeleton Count, or The Vampire Mistress (1828) is a penny dreadful by Elizabeth Caroline Grey. Although the novel’s authorship is frequently disputed, The Skeleton Count, or The Vampire Mistress is likely the first vampire tale to be written and published by a woman. Like most penny dreadfuls, the novel makes up for a lack in style with an abundance of horror and romance. “When he had concluded the impious formula, an awful silence reigned in the turret, and he perceived the sheet gently agitated by the quivering of the limbs, which betokened returning animation. Then a shudder pervaded his frame in spite of himself, as he perceived the eyes of the corpse slowly open, and the dark dilated pupils fix their gaze on him with a strange and stolid glare.” Desperate to live to eternity, Count Rodolph makes a dangerous deal with the devil. Invigorated with his newfound power, Rodolph reanimates the corpse of the beautiful Bertha, a fitting bride to accompany him in his quest for everlasting life. Will she be a loyal and irresistible vampire mistress, or will the Count’s creation turn against him? The Skeleton Count, or The Vampire Mistress is an entertaining tale of terror and the occult from a prolific author of nineteenth century penny dreadfuls. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Elizabeth Caroline Grey’s The Skeleton Count, or The Vampire Mistress is a classic penny dreadful reimagined for modern readers.

The Skeleton Book

The Skeleton Book
Author: Robert Winston
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2016-09-13
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1465459022

Did you know human bones are eight times stronger than concrete? Or that both humans and giraffes have seven vertebrae in their necks? You will learn about these amazing human body facts and much more in this fascinating book for children. Packed with amazing 3D computer images highlighted in different colors, The Skeleton Book allows children to explore every bone and joint in the human body in minute detail. Take a look at the spongy inside and tough exterior of the bone structure. Learn about the longest bone in the body and see how bones grow with age. Find out how millions of years of evolution has helped the human body to perform so many tasks with precision. Become a fossil detective and see how archaeologists study and reconstruct ancient skeletons. Explore the future with bionic skeletons and 3D printed bones. With an embossed cover and a pull out five-foot skeleton poster inside the book, The Skeleton Book gives perspective for kids to study a life-size version of the human skeleton.

The Skeleton in the Closet

The Skeleton in the Closet
Author: M. C. Beaton
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2002-03-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1429901586

Ever since the death of his father, poor Fellworth Dolphin has slaved away as a waiter to support his miserly, cold-hearted mother. When his mother suddenly dies, Fellworth is shocked to discover that she has left him a sizable inheritance. Confused, Fell teams up with Maggie, a plain girl with a similar background, to investigate the source of the riches. But what they find is a closet full of skeletons... Is it really possible Fell's father was involved in a long-ago train robbery? Who's the mysterious woman in the portrait hidden in his mother's wardrobe? As Maggie and Fell poke around the village for answers, they find themselves on a surprise-filled path to danger and adventure, and--just possibly--love. But Fell's sudden good fortune could come to an abrupt end if he doesn't stay one step ahead of a cunning killer... from beloved novelist M.C. Beaton comes this thrilling stand-alone mystery, The Skeleton in the Closet.

The Animated Skeleton

The Animated Skeleton
Author: Anonymous
Publisher:
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2005
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780976604808

Set in France during the Dark Ages, where the good Count Richard has mysteriously disappeared and the usurper Albert and his evil wife Brunchilda reign tyrannically in his place, The Animated Skeleton is a masterpiece of Gothic horror. Brunchilda has marked out the unfortunate peasants Jacquemar and Grodern for her vengeance, but her plots will be foiled by the animated skeleton that haunts the castle, a skeleton which just may hold the key to Richard's fate A bestseller when first published in 1798, The Animated Skeleton features an unusual blend of horror and dark comedy unlike any other Gothic novel. This edition, the first in more than two centuries, includes a new foreword and notes to put the novel in context for modern readers.

Healthy, Active and Outside!

Healthy, Active and Outside!
Author: Janice Filer
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2008-01-17
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1134076061

It is widely acknowledged that kids today do not get outdoors often enough and there are serious concerns about children's activity levels and rising associated behavioural, mental and health problems. This book supports outdoors play as an important part of children’s natural growth and development, and provides early years workers with a full programme of outdoor physical activities to promote physical, social and behavioural skills.

The Archaeology of Human Bones

The Archaeology of Human Bones
Author: Simon Mays
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2002-06-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1134687923

The aim of this book is to provide an introduction to what can be learnt from the scientific study of human skeletal remains from archaeological sites.

Little Skeletons/ Esqueletitos

Little Skeletons/ Esqueletitos
Author: Susie Jaramillo
Publisher: Canticos
Total Pages: 22
Release: 2017-08-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781945635069

Presents a bilingual version of a traditional Latin American song about skeletons rising from the grave on each hour, with art inspired by the famous Mexican "calavera" woodcut prints and clock hands to move to agree with the song.

Head Count

Head Count
Author: Adrian Truss
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2011-04-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1257060376

A native-American family, four evil bikers, an uncertain teacher, two mythological demons and an outward-bound corporate group meet a bus-load of students on a deadly field trip to the desert. Head Count.

Biological Anthropology of the Human Skeleton

Biological Anthropology of the Human Skeleton
Author: M. Anne Katzenberg
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 684
Release: 2018-08-15
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1119151627

An Indispensable Resource on Advanced Methods of Analysis of Human Skeletal and Dental Remains in Archaeological and Forensic Contexts Now in its third edition, Biological Anthropology of the Human Skeleton has become a key reference for bioarchaeologists, human osteologists, and paleopathologists throughout the world. It builds upon basic skills to provide the foundation for advanced scientific analyses of human skeletal remains in cultural, archaeological, and theoretical contexts. This new edition features updated coverage of topics including histomorphometry, dental morphology, stable isotope methods, and ancient DNA, as well as a number of new chapters on paleopathology. It also covers bioarchaeological ethics, taphonomy and the nature of archaeological assemblages, biomechanical analyses of archaeological human skeletons, and more. Fully updated and revised with new material written by leading researchers in the field Includes many case studies to demonstrate application of methods of analysis Offers valuable information on contexts, methods, applications, promises, and pitfalls Covering the latest advanced methods and techniques for analyzing skeletal and dental remains from archaeological discoveries, Biological Anthropology of the Human Skeleton is a trusted text for advanced undergraduates, graduate students, and professionals in human osteology, bioarchaeology, and paleopathology.

A History of the Mishnaic Law of Purities, Part 4

A History of the Mishnaic Law of Purities, Part 4
Author: Jacob Neusner
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 366
Release: 2007-04-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1725218984

The history of Jews from the period of the Second Temple to the rise of Islam. From 'A History of the Mishnaic Law of Appointed Times, Part 1' This volume introduces the sources of Judaism in late antiquity to scholars in adjacent fields, such as the study of the Old and New Testaments, Ancient History, the ancient Near East, and the history of religion. In two volumes, leading American, Israeli, and European specialists in the history, literature, theology, and archaeology of Judaism offer factual answers to the two questions that the study of any religion in ancient times must raise. The first is, what are the sources -- written and in material culture -- that inform us about that religion? The second is, how have we to understand those sources in reconstructing the history of various Judaic systems in antiquity. The chapters set forth in simple statements, intelligible to non-specialists, the facts which the sources provide. Because of the nature of the subject and acute interest in it, the specialists also raise some questions particular to the study of Judaism, dealing with its historical relationship with nascent Christianity in New Testament times. The work forms the starting point for the study of all the principal questions concerning Judaism in late antiquity and sets forth the most current, critical results of scholarship.