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In a savage kingdom plagued by monsters and murderous armies, there are but heroes few. One such hero - the last of a race of barbarians and mighty warriors - soon finds himself at the center of a blood feud and an ensuing great chase across the lands. He must seek discover an ancient power with which he can battle a brutal king so that harmony might once more be restored to the realm. This is a tale from the heady days of high adventure - a tale of action, lust, intrigue, swords, sorcery, and spectacle.

Author of tens of popular science books loved by adults and children alike, Chown has been explaining gravity, the universe and quantum theory to the masses for years. Following his science education at prestigious universities, Chown has made it his aim for people to be as engaged and fascinated by science as he is, whether through reading books, watching television shows or even listening to radio comedy. Marcus Chown talks to us about his latest book, why quantum theory is stranger than science fiction and the only book for which he’s ever left an Amazon review.

“An engaging voyage into some of the great mysteries and wonders of our world." --Alan Lightman, author of Einstein’s Dream and The Accidental Universe “No one is better at making the recondite accessible and exciting.” —Bill Bryson Brain Pickings and Kirkus Best Science Book of the...

His abusive family tore him away from her. Would destiny be enough to bring him back? At ten years old, Chris didn't have good looks, a caring family, or a bright future. But what he did have for three years was the love of Danielle, his beautiful neighbor on Fairhaven Street who showed him a glimpse of a life he desperately wanted. To escape his abusive father, Chris was forced to move out of state with his mother to the icy hills of Michigan.

When a hero comes home from the war, he finds his world went on without him, and now he has a new war to fight as a corrupt network threatens the only person he has left in his life.

Convictions of a Chef is a prison memoir, a travel memoir and a chef’s memoir all rolled into one. Filled with fascinating and fun anecdotes about overcoming adversity, culinary challenges and health issues, it’s the story of how one boy grew into a man in the trenches of a cruel and senseless drug war, and embraced food, music and travel with all that he had.

Ten years ago, Snowy Hollings did the unthinkable: She betrayed the love of her life. Now, when her family's fortune is decimated overnight, the popular socialite is in for a rude awakening: You reap what you sow.

Election seasons can cause division on a variety of issues. But what happens when you disagree with someone in your local church community? Authors Jonathan Leeman and Andy Naselli propose that Christians should learn how to disagree on such issues with a spirit of gracious understanding by recognizing the importance of what binds us together as a local church body — the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Art is a distinct entity. It has its own characteristic, its own function, its own role to play in society. It must be afforded the status and identity it rightly deserves in a world that is becoming ever more needful of its existence. “Art”, however, has increasingly become a catch-all term. Intended primarily for artists of all colours and flavours, as well as art appreciators, this audiobook aims to free up the thinking of the artist – or indeed anyone – by opening their eyes to many unexamined assumptions, and thereby questioning the validity of strongly-held views.

Entführt. Bewusstsein erweitert. Und das war erst der Beginn meines Tages. Ich habe immer gedacht ein recht netter Kerl zu sein. Einer von denen, die niemals jemanden umbringen würden. Jetzt hat sich herausgestellt, dass mir einfach nur der Anreiz gefehlt hat. Manche Verbrechen sind unverzeihlich.

From moonrise to moonset, the beast will rule. Caleb’s family had a secret. One they’d held for over 300 years. One he’d reveal to save one woman’s life. Because she was the other half of his soul, even though it was her kind who condemned him to be the beast he was...Lissette knew her family had secrets. What family in New Orleans as old as hers didn’t have family legends, most she disregarded as nonsense. Until she came across something leaving her no choice but to believe. Especially, when it meant her life...or his.

Um professor estudioso da II Guerra Mundial começa a ter pesadelos, como se estivesse vivendo as atrocidades ocorridas durante o Nazismo. Durante suas aulas, provoca seus alunos ao associá-los a Hitler, com a intenção de incitar sua sensibilidade e curiosidade. Seu comportamento acaba gerando polêmica e coloca os holofotes sobre ele. A situação se complica ainda mais, quando ele se torna vítima de um estranho complô nazista.

Adventure of the Soul, Joseph's third book, is an in-depth look at understanding the creative process that is behind the adverse situations and circumstances that enter our lives and provides vital and powerful clues for making sense of what is happening. When we ignore our own inner wisdom, life sends us messages. If the initial messages are missed or ignored, then they can become intense callings that manifest themselves in a more powerful way, through injury and disease. Finding the message in these occurrences is what he calls collecting the gift. It is a process of awakening, which can free us and heal us from pain and suffering.

New maid Dorcy Edwards flees the scene of where her employer's body is found. His murder sparks a chain of macabre events. Cloistered on a remote island with five strangers, including Gareth Davenport, her late employer's brooding, but darkly handsome heir, Dorcy encounters baffling questions with what she fears may be terrifying answers. Who cut the telegraph lines? Who left a mutilated animal carcass outside her bedroom door?

Are you a writer struggling with inconsistent style, weak story structure, or underdeveloped characters? Look no further than ChatGPT For Writing to revolutionize your storytelling skills.

Fürst Macbeth, von seiner Frau angestachelt, erschlägt König Duncan, um selbst den Thron von Schottland zu besteigen. Er verstrickt sich in sein Schicksal und versucht, durch blutige Tyrannei seine Position zu sichern. Ein beispielloses Spektakel von Machtgier, Verführung und Mord. "Macbeth" ist Shakespeares kürzeste, konzentrierteste und eingängigste Tragödie.

Have you always thought of dabbling into the stock market but felt too intimidated to wade through it? Fear not because this audiobook will give you a run down of the basics so you will have the basic knowledge you need to get started. What you will learn here will help you make empowered choices and reach your financial goals. In this bundle, you will learn the basic concepts of stock market trading and trading momentum stocks.

Critical theorists of economy tend to understand the history of market society as a succession of distinct stages. This vision of history rests on a chronological conception of time, whereby each present slips into the past so that a future might take its place. This book argues that the linear mode of thinking misses something crucial about the dynamics of contemporary capitalism. Rather than each present leaving a set past behind it, the past continually circulates through and shapes the present.

Doing things you like is always the best way to enjoy life. Plus points if you’re paid afterward. That’s what you get when having a dream job. Start to manifest your dream job with positive affirmations from this audiobook. You will be guided by different methods. This audiobook contains a calming voice and relaxing background music that will help you get a step closer to achieving your dream job when you wake up after listening.

Dealing with medication and emotional battles is stressful for cancer fighters. For fast recovery, you must manage your mind and soul well. No need to worry, because this audiobook is your helper. This audiobook will guide you to cope with your emotional distress and heal naturally. Using several methods presented through soothing and chill audios, this audiobook contains many positive affirmations. Get your inner self a clearance and have a fast recovery.