Author: Nicole Gaudette Publisher: Nicole Gaudette ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages :
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Arthurian Legend for the 21st century . . . August Prescott is an on-the-rise U.S. senator with the help of his BFF and chief of staff, Edmund Martin, but on one fateful trip to England where they meet the Lady of the Lake, they learn who they REALLY are: August is King Arthur and Edmund is Merlin, and a whole new destiny awaits them. A long time ago, magic was once known to the world. Thanks to modern religion and some ruthless rulers, it was driven underground, and people eventually forgot it existed. Now, a group of those with magic are seeking to expose magic in the human world again, driven by a desire for power and to come out from the shadows. The players from King Arthur's time have been reincarnated, destined to stop the destruction and keep the human world from collapsing. Guided by the Lady of the Lake, and while dodging attacks from Morgan le Fay, August and Edmund have to find the Knights of the Round Table and try to stop magic from being exposed. Will they succeed? Book 1 of the Long Live the King Series
Author: Johann Fuchs Publisher: Page Publishing Inc ISBN: 1662418787 Category : Languages : en Pages : 349
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This is the second book of the trilogy of King William. The story continues as it follows William and Margaret growing into the position of king and queen. Follow them as their family grows, as their children find love, as William watches the kingdom getting stronger. See what happens to the family over the next twenty-five years or so as William becomes one the most powerful kings.
Author: Steven N. Austad Publisher: MIT Press ISBN: 0262547171 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 315
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Stories of long-lived animal species—from thousand-year-old tubeworms to 400-year-old sharks—and what they might teach us about human health and longevity. Opossums in the wild don’t make it to the age of three; our pet cats can live for a decade and a half; cicadas live for seventeen years (spending most of them underground). Whales, however, can live for two centuries and tubeworms for several millennia. Meanwhile, human life expectancy tops out around the mid-eighties, with some outliers living past 100 or even 110. Is there anything humans can learn from the exceptional longevity of some animals in the wild? In Methusaleh’s Zoo, Steven Austad tells the stories of some extraordinary animals, considering why, for example, animal species that fly live longer than earthbound species and why animals found in the ocean live longest of all. Austad—the leading authority on longevity in animals—argues that the best way we will learn from these long-lived animals is by studying them in the wild. Accordingly, he proceeds habitat by habitat, examining animals that spend most of their lives in the air, comparing insects, birds, and bats; animals that live on, and under, the ground—from mole rats to elephants; and animals that live in the sea, including quahogs, carp, and dolphins. Humans have dramatically increased their lifespan with only a limited increase in healthspan; we’re more and more prone to diseases as we grow older. By contrast, these species have successfully avoided both environmental hazards and the depredations of aging. Can we be more like them?
Author: Guy Boothby Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand ISBN: 9362202107 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 190
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"Long Live the King" by Guy Boothby is a thrilling adventure mystery that immerses readers in a world of suspense, intrigue, and political conspiracy. Set against the backdrop of royalty and monarchy, Boothby's narrative weaves a gripping tale of assassination plots and secret societies.As the crown faces threats of regicide, the tension mounts, and the stakes soar. Boothby's masterful storytelling keeps readers on the edge of their seats, unraveling the mystery layer by layer as the protagonists navigate a web of danger and deception. With its blend of political intrigue and heart-pounding suspense, "Long Live the King" is a riveting thriller that showcases Boothby's prowess as a storyteller. The intricate plot twists and turns, revealing hidden agendas and unexpected alliances, while the shadow of conspiracy looms large over the monarchy. As the characters race against time to uncover the truth and protect the crown, readers are swept up in a whirlwind of excitement and danger. "Long Live the King" is a must-read for fans of adventure and mystery, offering a thrilling journey into the heart of political intrigue and royal secrets.
Author: Victor Hugo Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 469
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Step into the tumultuous world of the French Revolution with Ninety-Three by Victor Hugo. This historical novel captures the intense struggle between the ideals of liberty and the brutal realities of war, offering readers a vivid portrayal of a nation in chaos. As Hugo weaves his intricate narrative, a provocative question arises: Can humanity truly thrive amidst the horrors of conflict, or does the essence of compassion fade in the face of violence?Set against the backdrop of 1793, the story follows a cast of compelling characters, including a nobleman torn between duty and love, and a revolutionary who grapples with the moral implications of his actions. Hugo's powerful prose delves into themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the enduring quest for justice. Are you ready to confront the moral dilemmas that arise in times of upheaval? Ninety-Three challenges you to reflect on the costs of revolution and the sacrifices made for the greater good.This masterpiece not only illuminates a pivotal moment in history but also resonates with contemporary issues of justice and human rights. Hugo’s impassioned narrative compels readers to consider the true meaning of freedom and the complexities of societal change. Don’t miss your chance to immerse yourself in this compelling exploration of revolutionary fervor. Purchase Ninety-Three now and discover the profound insights that await within its pages!
Author: Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0756657067 Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 516
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Breathtaking, powerful, and all-encompassing in its sheer scope and visual impact, Ocean sweeps you away on an incredible journeyinto the depths of our astonishing marine world. As the site where life first formed on Earth, a key element of the climate, and a fragile resource, oceans areof vital importance to our planet. This is a definitive visual guide to the world's oceans - including the geological and physical processes that affectthe ocean floor, the key habitat zones, the rich diversity of marine life.
Author: Olga Petri Publisher: Taylor & Francis ISBN: 1000885852 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 263
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This edited collection explores our often-surprising modes of co-inhabiting the cultural and aerial worlds of birds. It focuses on our encounters with non-captive birds and the cultural geographies of feathered flight. This book offers a timely contribution to the more-than-human geographies of flight, space and territory. The chapters support an ethics of attention as a new basis for the conservation and cultivation of aerial habitats. Contributions adopt an interdisciplinary approach to the patterns of intrusion and escape that shape our encounters with birds and unsettle our traditionally terrestrial concepts of space. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of our shared lives with birds, ranging from scientific observation to the social media-enabled spectacle of co-habitation and spatial competition. Written in a thought-provoking style, this book seeks to address a dearth of critical perspectives on the cultural geographies of flight and its implications for the ways in which we understand common spaces around and above us in the context of any effort at conservation.
Author: DK Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1465436200 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 514
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This new edition of Ocean has been updated with fresh graphics, images, and type styling throughout, and includes new coverage of major events such as Hurricane Sandy and the Japan tsunami. DK's Ocean is a highly illustrated encyclopedia of the marine environment. It not only covers marine life and physical oceanography, from the geology of the seafloor to the chemistry of seawater, but also includes an atlas of the world's oceans and seas compiled using satellite data. Visual catalogs throughout the book contain profiles of living organisms and key locations. With comprehensively updated text, artwork, and images, the second edition of DK's exhaustive guide to the underwater world is the most definitive visual guide to the world's oceans on the market.
Author: Todd Balf Publisher: Blackstone Publishing ISBN: Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 319
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For fans of The Boys in the Boat, and marking the 100th anniversary of the Paris Olympics, the never-before-told story of three athletes who defied the odds to usher in a golden age of sports Even today, it’s considered one of the most thrilling races in Olympic history. The hundred-meter sprint final at the 1924 Paris Games, featuring three of the world’s fastest swimmers—American legends Duke Kahanamoku and Johnny Weissmuller, and Japanese upstart Katsuo Takaishi—had the cultural impact of other milestone moments in Olympic history: Jesse Owens’s podiums in Berlin and John Carlos’s raised, black-gloved fist in Mexico City. Never before had an Olympic swimming final prominently featured athletes of different races, and never had it been broadcast live. Across the globe, fans held their breath. In less than a minute, an Olympic record would be shattered, and the three men would be scrutinized like few athletes before them. For the millions worldwide for whom swimming was a complete unknown, the trio did something few could imagine: moving faster through water than many could on land. As sportsmen, they were godlike heroes, embodying the hopes of those who called them their own, in the US and abroad. They personified strength and speed, and the glamour and innovation of the Roaring Twenties. But they also represented fraught assumptions about race and human performance. It was not only “East vs. West”—as newspapers in the 1920s described the competition with Japan—it was also brown versus white. Rich versus poor. New versus old. The race was about far more than swimming. Each man was a trailblazer and a bona fide celebrity in an age when athletes typically weren’t famous. Kahanamoku was Hawaii’s first superstar, largely responsible for making the state the popular travel destination it is today. Weissmuller, a poor immigrant, put Chicago on the sports map and would make it big as Hollywood’s first Tarzan. Takaishi inspired Japan to compete on the world stage and helped turn its swimmers into Olympic powerhouses. He and Kahanamoku in particular shattered the myth of white superiority when it came to sports, putting the lie to the decade’s burgeoning eugenics movement. Three Kings traces the careers and rivalries of these men and the epochal times they lived in. The 1920s were transformative, not just socially but for sports as well. For the first time, athletes of color were given a fair (though still not equal) chance, and competition wasn’t limited to the wealthy and privileged. Our modern-day conception of athleticism and competition—especially as it relates to the Olympics—traces back to this era and athletes like Kahanamoku, Weissmuller, and Takaishi, whose hard-won victories paved the way for all who followed.
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