Seth Friedman Knihy

"A novel about an unlikely pair of lonely outsiders--one human, one AI--on an adventure to save the great American city of Metropolis written by "one of the most exciting new voices in fiction" (Charles Yu) In Metropolis, the gleaming city of tomorrow, the dream of the great American city has been achieved. But all that is about to change, unless a neurotic, rule-following bureaucrat and an irreverent, freewheeling artificial intelligence can save the city from a mysterious terrorist plot that threatens its very existence. Henry Thompson has dedicated his life to improving America's infrastructure as a proud employee of the United States Municipal Survey. So when the agency comes under attack, he dutifully accepts his unexpected mission to visit Metropolis looking for answers. But his plans to investigate quietly, quickly, and carefully are interrupted by his new partner: a day-drinking know-it-all named OWEN, who also turns out to be the projected embodiment of the agency's supercomputer. Soon, Henry and OWEN are fighting to save not only their own lives and those of the city's millions of inhabitants, but also the soul of Metropolis. The Municipalists is a thrilling, funny, and touching adventure story, a tour-de-force of imagination that trenchantly explores our relationships to the cities around us and the technologies guiding us into the future"-- Provided by publisher

Exploring the emerging genre of misdirection films, this book delves into its unique characteristics and the reasons behind its growing popularity among both producers and audiences. It analyzes how these films cleverly manipulate viewer expectations, creating a captivating experience that keeps audiences engaged and guessing. Through detailed insights, the author examines the cultural significance and impact of this genre in modern cinema.

Revenge drives Dan Emmert, a former telecom executive, and his ruthless IT manager, Jeff Hartman, as they confront the justice system. Utilizing local phone networks and advanced wireless technology, they seek to expose and retaliate against those responsible for the tragic death of Dan's family, revealing a dark conspiracy involving the government. The narrative blends action and technology, showcasing the lengths to which they will go to achieve justice.

Take an expert-level course in folding breathtakingly beautiful origami flowers. Arranged by designer, this book offers you step-by-step instructions to make 12 of the most complex flower models ever designed.