The Mountain Mystery

Fifty years ago, no one could explain mountains. Arguments about their origin were spirited, to say the least. Progressive scientists were ridiculed for their ideas. Most geologists thought the Earth was shrinking. Contracting like a hot ball of iron, shrinking and exposing ridges that became mountains. Others were quite sure the planet was expanding. Growth widened sea basins and raised mountains. There was yet another idea, the theory that the world's crust was broken into big plates that jostled around, drifting until they collided and jarred mountains into existence. That idea was invariably dismissed as pseudo-science. Or "utter damned rot" as one prominent scientist said. But the doubtful theory of plate tectonics prevailed. Mountains, earthquakes, ancient ice ages, even veins of gold and fields of oil are now seen as the offspring of moving tectonic plates. Just half a century ago, most geologists sternly rejected the idea of drifting continents. But a few intrepid champions of plate tectonics dared to differ. The Mountain Mystery tells their story.

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Mr. Denis takes the class on a hike up a mountainside to show them something special at the top.

Poppy Gore, a local realtor, discovers the body of a client she had met only once lying on the floor of an isolated cabin on a West Virginia mountaintop with four bullet holes in his chest. Sheriff Billy Jones calls on a fellow law professional, the Chief of the Fairfax Police, who assigns Lieutenant Chase Mansfield of the Criminal Investigations Bureau to the case. The investigation begins with the eccentric Scott family, a clan at war with itself. Mary Scott, the family matriarch, points a finger at Barbara, the tearless widow, and demands that Mansfield arrest the bitch. Barbara indifferently explains that she and Dred Scott, the victim, were legally separated. She denies knowing that Scott had owned a mountain cabin and offers a solid alibi affirmed by a companion, a Russian diplomat with a FBI tail. Before Lieutenant Mansfield can identify the killer, Dreds brother Clayton Scott is murdered in his Fairfax home. High-level corruption, corporate conspiracy, political warfare, and the bitter disintegration of a prominent family greatly complicate the investigation.

Who would ever imagine a teenage girl and her Chihuahua could find themselves in the middle of a plot for their demise, all the while investigating the mystery of Bigfoot? Molly Wiggins and her fearless dog Taco have become entangled in a mystery that puts them in harm’s way! The ingredients - Molly the average teenager, living with her average family in an average town with her exceptional Chihuahua (he can convey thoughts to Molly), meld into one incredible adventure. Enter witch wanna-be Adele Haddington, who has a potion, spell, or curse for every possible situation. There’s just one problem – Adele’s ineptness brings untold misery upon herself when her spells backfire. Our story takes place in Riverton whose one noteworthy feature is Misty Mountain. The locals have renamed it Monster Mountain because it is thought that Bigfoot roams there. One man in particular, Bob Loring, is researching that possibility, as his father had done before him. The unfortunate thing for Bob is that Adele has him in her crosshairs for a marriage partner. The unaware Molly and Taco are part of that equation. But a surprise awaits Adele as she plans - then executes - her grand scheme!

The Dyatlov Pass Incident: A Mountain Mystery Persists delves into the perplexing and unsolved case of the Dyatlov Pass incident. It explores the mysterious deaths of nine hikers in the Ural Mountains of Russia in 1959, where their bodies were found under bizarre circumstances. The book examines the initial search and investigation, profiles the hikers and their journey, and delves into the enigmatic nature of the scene and the conditions of the hikers' bodies. Additionally, it explores the various official investigations and reports, as well as the speculations and theories surrounding the incident. The book delves into unexplained phenomena such as mysterious radioactivity, strange lights, and sounds. It also discusses theories and conspiracies, including government cover-ups and paranormal explanations. The narrative uncovers cracks in the official story, highlighting inconsistencies in the investigation and missing documents and testimonies. The legacy of the incident is explored, including its cultural impact and enduring fascination. Ongoing efforts to unravel the mystery, modern-day expeditions, and forensic reexaminations are also investigated. The book discusses media portrayals, pop culture references, and the continued intrigue and public interest surrounding the Dyatlov Pass incident. Overall, The Dyatlov Pass Incident: A Mountain Mystery Persists sheds light on this enduring and unresolved mountain mystery.