Girl in the Cellar is true and terrifying story of Natascha Kampusch, a young Austrian girl who was kidnapped at age ten and imprisoned for eight years in a cell beneath the home of her captor. Written by Allan Hall and Michael Leidig, the first journalists to cover this story in meticulous detail, Girl in a Cellar is the definitive account of the abduction, discovery, and trial that made international headline news—a shocking true account of a young girl’s unspeakable nightmare, not unlike those suffered by Elisabeth Fritzl in Austria and Alisha Martinez in Colorado.

Girl in the Cellar: The Natascha Kampusch Story

Self-Help

HALL, ALLAN

Leidig, Michael

Death & Grief

Harper

Girl In The Cellar: The Natascha Kampusch Story

Eight years of darkness
On March 2, 1998, while on her way to school, ten-year-old Natascha Kampusch was abducted. More than eight years later, on August 23, 2006, she escaped with a story that shocked and horrified the entire world. She spent the most delicate years of her life hidden in a cellar underneath an ordinary Austrian suburban home. How was she able to survive? What sort of woman had emerged? What kind of man was Wolfgang Priklopil, her abductor—and what demands had he made of her?
Journalists Allan Hall and Michael Leidig covered Natascha's story from the beginning. The result of extraordinary investigative reporting, Girl in the Cellar gets to the heart of this very tragic case to reveal a truth no one would have imagined.

One monster. Three innocent girls. Ten years in captivity. 22 August 2002: 21-year-old Michelle Knight disappears walking home. 21 April 2003: Amanda Berry goes missing the day before her seventeenth birthday. 2 April 2004: 14-year-old Gina DeJesus fails to come home from school. For over a decade these girls remained undetected in a house just three miles from the block where they all went missing, held captive by a terrifying sexual predator. Tortured, starved and raped, kept in chains, Captive reveals the dark obsessions that drove Ariel Castro to kidnap and enslave his innocent victims. Based on exclusive interviews with witnesses, psychologists, family and police, this is an unflinching record of a truly shocking crime in a very ordinary neighbourhood. Allan Hall was a New York correspondent for ten years, first for the Sun and later for the Daily Mirror. He has spent the last decade covering German-speaking Europe for newspapers including The Times and the Mail on Sunday. He is the author of two previous books, Monster, an investigation into the life and crimes of Josef Fritzl and Girl in the Cellar: The Natascha Kampusch Story. He lives and works in Berlin.

Captive: One House, Three Women and Ten Years in Hell

Biographies & Memoirs

True Crime

Penguin Books, Ltd.

Worse verse: from the Look!: Pages of the Sunday times;

Humor & Entertainment

Humor

Times Newspapers

Astrophotography can be one of the most rewarding pursuits of a lifetime, it can also be one of the most daunting. This book uses over 200 illustrations, images, charts and graphs in addition to the text to help you understand what equipment you will need and how to make it all work so you can create breathtaking images of the heavens.From purchasing your first astrophotography telescope, hooking up your camera, taking long exposure images, and finally processing that finished image, this book will be your indispensable guide.If you have ever wanted to take photographs of glowing nebulae, spiral galaxies and shimmering star clusters, this is the reference you want on your desk as well as with you out under the stars.I will take you on a journey exploring in-depth details of field rotation and focusing methods, as well as explaining not just the what and how, but the ever important why. Actually see why you stack multiple images and what effect it has. Don't just read about how the atmosphere affects imaging, see it through experimentation that you can do at home on your own!

Getting Started: Long Exposure Astrophotography

Science & Math

Astronomy & Space Science

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

From the author of Getting Started: Long Exposure Astrophotography and Getting Started: Budget Astrophotography comes a book specifically aimed at helping beginning astrophotographers in North America capture some, or all of the Messier objects.
 Finally, here is one resource you can use on your desk or take into the field providing information on each Messier object, the best time of year to shoot it, approximation of size of the object in your final photo, shoot notes, star charts and more. To help you identify your targets and process your images each object is accompanied by a photo of what you can realistically expect to accomplish at the beginner to intermediate level.
Originally written to be used with the author's book Getting Started: Long Exposure Astrophotography, this book concentrates on the objects themselves with some specific tips to image them, particularly with a DSLR.
Shooting the Messier objects is a fantastic way to start or continue your astrophotography pursuits, and this book can help make that experience easier and more enjoyable.

Messier Astrophotography Reference

Arts & Photography

Photography & Video

Allan Hall makes learning how to photograph the night sky easy with his new book Getting Started: Budget Astrophotography. In this guide, you will learn the fundamentals of astrophotography – what it is, how it's done, and how to do it yourself. Getting Started: Budget Astrophotography is divided into these three sections in order to provide a comprehensive overview of the basics of astrophotography. 
UnderstandingThe first section of Hall's guide focuses on understanding astrophotography. Amateur and professional stargazers know that one of the most important things to consider when viewing the heavens is light pollution. Light pollution is exactly what it sounds like – too much light in our environments makes it more difficult to get a good look at planets, stars, and other celestial bodies. If you want to get the best view and photo possible, you must find a location that has little light. This makes a huge difference. In addition to finding a good location for viewing and shooting, you will learn about camera basics, including how to mount a camera and focus a lens. Beyond that, you will read about various types of telescopes and what they do. 
DoingThe title of the second segment of this reference guide speaks for itself. Once you've learned the fundamentals of location, cameras, and telescopes, it's time to put your knowledge to use. This section discusses how to find targets, as in how to find objects of interest to shoot. From capturing images to camera and exposure settings, you will learn how to make the most of your instruments and location by taking a great shot. This section also discusses making videos, image stacking, and image editing, an important aspect of astrophotography. Many of the celestial shots we see are time-lapse or edited in some way (to improve clarity and reduce visual “noise”). While it may sound difficult, this reference guide simplifies the processes by providing step-by-step instructions.
BuildingFor the handy home astrophotographer, this section includes information about do-it-yourself projects. From modifying your equipment (for example, improving your focus capabilities, modifying a webcam for astrophotography, and even adapting your laptop screen to function in the dark) to building add-ons, you'll learn how to enhance your experience in your own home. Hall provides information about creating glass solar filters for your cameras and even making your own dew heaters. 
Getting Started: Budget Astrophotography is a great reference guide for beginners and amateur astrophotographers. If you have an interest in astronomy and want to capture what you've viewed through a telescope, doing so is possible from your own home. Hall's comprehensive guide also provides ideas about where to start (as in, what targets are best to photograph), where to find more information about astrophotography, and even a glossary of terms. Indulge your hobby and learn how to improve with Getting Started: Budget Astrophotography.

Getting Started: Budget Astrophotography

Getting Started: Visual Astronomy focuses on beginner aspects of visual astronomy. This beginner's guide covers all aspects of getting started with astronomy. From learning about the universe to understanding what to observe, how, and when, this comprehensive guide will become a go-to tool for novice and amateur astronomers.  Getting Started: Visual Astronomy is strategically divided into sections in order to help readers learn at a manageable pace. The first section, How We View Our Universe, details basic astronomical functions. Readers will learn about how the Earth rotates and thus our day and night sky seems to "change." Also discussed is the movement of other celestial bodies, including the sun, moon, and planets, as well as celestial objects such as asteroids and meteors. Readers will learn about light pollution and its effects on astronomical projects. With this knowledge, readers can begin to plan when and where to view the sky, based on celestial and Earthly movements and light pollution.  The second section of the book, Equipment, is relatively self-explanatory. Various types of equipment are discussed, including binoculars, telescopes, and mounts. A breadth of information is provided on each piece of equipment. Readers will learn what can be viewed via binoculars or telescopes and the mechanisms that allow them to function. Once you learn about basic equipment, you will learn how to set it up. Discover how to find alignment, read various star maps, use supplementary computer software, and protect your gear from the elements.  Now that you've learned the basics about the universe and equipment used to view celestial bodies, it's time for action. Section three, Observing, teaches readers how to put their knowledge to use and how to be an astronomer. Astronomy is a popular and special hobby, so there are different organizations, clubs, and even rules of etiquette about which to learn.  However, this chapter begins with a brief history of astronomers ancient and more recent, from Aristotle to Carl Sagan. This section will also guide you while you pick an observing location. Using information from How We View Our Universe, you will know to pick a spot free of excessive light pollution. Learn about what to observe - from the sun to Pluto, you will have a reference guide full of information about best times, locations, and methods used to view different celestial bodies. In addition to the three main chapters, there is a wealth of extra information. Included are multiple observational charts, which show the best and brightest astronomical events until 2025. You'll know when to view solar and lunar eclipses, meteor showers, conjunctions, transits, and more. This makes it easy for you to plan observations and even star parties in advance. Also included is a glossary of terms, supplementary informational resources, and a guide to basic astronomical math.Getting Started: Visual Astronomy is an excellent guide for beginners and amateurs who want to learn more about the night sky. Both an informational reference guide, science book, and history lesson, Getting Started: Visual Astronomy offers a comprehensive overview of all basic aspects of astronomy.

Getting Started: Visual Astronomy

Do you want to learn how to take photographs of an exciting Solar or Lunar Eclipse? Do you have the right equipment for the job?Do you want to know ALL the tips and techniques needed to make this a success? A total Solar Eclipse is an incredible sight to behold. It is one of nature’s most awe-inspiring events and has been the subject of amazement, wonder and fear throughout the ages. But they don’t come around very often. In fact, the last total solar eclipse in North America was 40 years ago. In 2017, however, you will have another chance to witness this rare phenomenon as another total solar eclipse will occur on the 21st August of that year. Now, with How to Take Pictures of an Eclipse, you can be prepared to capture this unique moment as well as other solar and lunar eclipses with information on: ¬Saftey warnings ¬The basics you’ll need to know ¬Getting the images you really want ¬What sort of camera to use ¬Using a telescope ¬Motorised mounts ¬And much more… Capturing this amazing, once-in-a-generation event is something that you won’t want to miss out on and capturing the best shots of it is crucial when it comes to the bragging rights. Now is the time to act if you want to be prepared for this spectacular sight. Get your copy of How to Take Pictures of an Eclipse now and make sure that you are ready to get the photographs that will amaze your friends and family and be the envy of all. Order your copy NOW!

How to Take Pictures of an Eclipse: An astrophotography beginner's guide to capturing solar and lunar eclipses

Many midrange and high end telescopes come on equatorial mounts. These mounts are fantastic for tracking celestial objects. Someone who wanted to take pictures of objects in the night sky might even say they are required for all but the most basic astrophotography. The problem is that they can also be unintuitive and require some knowledge to use. Until now, in order to obtain all the knowledge needed to leverage an equatorial mount to its full potential you would have had to compile information from a variety of sources and attempt to mesh them together. The frustration this could instill might, and indeed has, caused some potential amateur astronomers to give up and pursue other hobbies. With this book you can now assemble, set up, adjust and use your equatorial mount with confidence. Regardless of the mount’s age or manufacturer you can be sure you will not only know how to use it, but also understand why it is the way it is. If you have ever struggled to figure out how to use an equatorial telescope mount, this is the book you always wished you had.

Getting Started: Using an Equatorial Telescope Mount: Everything you need to know for astrophotography or visual use

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Girl in the Cellar: The Natascha Kampusch Story

Girl in the Cellar: The Natascha Kampusch Story

Captive: One House, Three Women and Ten Years in Hell

Worse verse: from the Look!: Pages of the Sunday times;

Getting Started: Long Exposure Astrophotography

Messier Astrophotography Reference

Getting Started: Budget Astrophotography

Getting Started: Visual Astronomy

How to Take Pictures of an Eclipse: An astrophotography beginner's guide to capturing solar and lunar eclipses

Getting Started: Using an Equatorial Telescope Mount: Everything you need to know for astrophotography or visual use