Author: James G. Blight
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1442216794
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
On the 50th anniversary of the most dangerous confrontation of the nuclear era, two of the leading experts on the Cuban missile crisis recreate the drama of those tumultuous days as experienced by the leaders of the three countries directly involved: U.S. President John F. Kennedy, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev, and Cuban President Fidel Castro.
The Armageddon Rag
Author: George R. R. Martin
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0553901230
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
“The best novel concerning the American pop music culture of the sixties I’ve ever read.”—Stephen King From #1 New York Times bestselling author George R. R. Martin comes the ultimate novel of revolution, rock ’n’ roll, and apocalyptic murder—a stunning work of fiction that portrays not just the end of an era, but the end of the world as we know it. Onetime underground journalist Sandy Blair has come a long way from his radical roots in the ’60s—until something unexpectedly draws him back: the bizarre and brutal murder of a rock promoter who made millions with a band called the Nazgûl. Now, as Sandy sets out to investigate the crime, he finds himself drawn back into his own past—a magical mystery tour of the pent-up passions of his generation. For a new messiah has resurrected the Nazgûl and the mad new rhythm may be more than anyone bargained for—a requiem of demonism, mind control, and death, whose apocalyptic tune only Sandy may be able to change in time . . . before everyone follows the beat. “The wilder aspects of the ’60s . . . roar back to life in this hallucinatory story by a master of chilling suspense.”—Publishers Weekly “What a story, full of nostalgia and endless excitement. . . . It’s taut, tense, and moves like lightning.”—Tony Hillerman “Daring . . . a knowing, wistful appraisal of . . . a crucial American generation.”—Chicago Sun-Times “Moving . . . comic . . . eerie . . . really and truly a walk down memory lane.”—The Washington Post
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0553901230
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
“The best novel concerning the American pop music culture of the sixties I’ve ever read.”—Stephen King From #1 New York Times bestselling author George R. R. Martin comes the ultimate novel of revolution, rock ’n’ roll, and apocalyptic murder—a stunning work of fiction that portrays not just the end of an era, but the end of the world as we know it. Onetime underground journalist Sandy Blair has come a long way from his radical roots in the ’60s—until something unexpectedly draws him back: the bizarre and brutal murder of a rock promoter who made millions with a band called the Nazgûl. Now, as Sandy sets out to investigate the crime, he finds himself drawn back into his own past—a magical mystery tour of the pent-up passions of his generation. For a new messiah has resurrected the Nazgûl and the mad new rhythm may be more than anyone bargained for—a requiem of demonism, mind control, and death, whose apocalyptic tune only Sandy may be able to change in time . . . before everyone follows the beat. “The wilder aspects of the ’60s . . . roar back to life in this hallucinatory story by a master of chilling suspense.”—Publishers Weekly “What a story, full of nostalgia and endless excitement. . . . It’s taut, tense, and moves like lightning.”—Tony Hillerman “Daring . . . a knowing, wistful appraisal of . . . a crucial American generation.”—Chicago Sun-Times “Moving . . . comic . . . eerie . . . really and truly a walk down memory lane.”—The Washington Post
Revelation
Author:
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 0857861018
Category : Bibles
Languages : en
Pages : 60
Book Description
The final book of the Bible, Revelation prophesies the ultimate judgement of mankind in a series of allegorical visions, grisly images and numerological predictions. According to these, empires will fall, the "Beast" will be destroyed and Christ will rule a new Jerusalem. With an introduction by Will Self.
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 0857861018
Category : Bibles
Languages : en
Pages : 60
Book Description
The final book of the Bible, Revelation prophesies the ultimate judgement of mankind in a series of allegorical visions, grisly images and numerological predictions. According to these, empires will fall, the "Beast" will be destroyed and Christ will rule a new Jerusalem. With an introduction by Will Self.
Armageddon Unleashed
Author: Christian Kallias
Publisher: Universe in Flames
ISBN: 9781717934857
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
The desperate battle to reclaim Earth has begun. With Gaia 2's threat looming over Earth, Captain Chase Athanatos embarks on a perilous mission to take down the evil Artificial Intelligence once and for all. The biggest battle and challenge Chase has ever faced awaits him; one where his strength of character and spirit will be tested at every turn. Can Chase best Gaia 2 on her own turf? Or has the Earth Alliance bitten off more than they can chew? Meanwhile, Oryn plans to take control of the Furies with some new technology she's been developing. When the time comes for a Fury trial, she doesn't hesitate to use her own brother, Miseo, to test its efficiency. The battle to regain Earth has begun. The stakes have never been higher, as are the dangers and consequences should our heroes fail their daring mission.
Publisher: Universe in Flames
ISBN: 9781717934857
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
The desperate battle to reclaim Earth has begun. With Gaia 2's threat looming over Earth, Captain Chase Athanatos embarks on a perilous mission to take down the evil Artificial Intelligence once and for all. The biggest battle and challenge Chase has ever faced awaits him; one where his strength of character and spirit will be tested at every turn. Can Chase best Gaia 2 on her own turf? Or has the Earth Alliance bitten off more than they can chew? Meanwhile, Oryn plans to take control of the Furies with some new technology she's been developing. When the time comes for a Fury trial, she doesn't hesitate to use her own brother, Miseo, to test its efficiency. The battle to regain Earth has begun. The stakes have never been higher, as are the dangers and consequences should our heroes fail their daring mission.
The Armageddon Letters
Author: James G. Blight
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1442216794
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
On the 50th anniversary of the most dangerous confrontation of the nuclear era, two of the leading experts on the Cuban missile crisis recreate the drama of those tumultuous days as experienced by the leaders of the three countries directly involved: U.S. President John F. Kennedy, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev, and Cuban President Fidel Castro.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1442216794
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
On the 50th anniversary of the most dangerous confrontation of the nuclear era, two of the leading experts on the Cuban missile crisis recreate the drama of those tumultuous days as experienced by the leaders of the three countries directly involved: U.S. President John F. Kennedy, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev, and Cuban President Fidel Castro.
Path to Europa
Author:
Publisher: Garion Swann
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
After being forced to run far away from their home system of Europa a simple trading crew must face challenges and take opportunities with the hope that one day they can return home, however, the fear of the pirates that forced them away in the first place is always looming over them
Publisher: Garion Swann
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
After being forced to run far away from their home system of Europa a simple trading crew must face challenges and take opportunities with the hope that one day they can return home, however, the fear of the pirates that forced them away in the first place is always looming over them
New York Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.
New York Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #137
Author: Sophie Campbell
Publisher: IDW Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Official Armageddon Game tie-in! Donnie’s willing to do anything to defend his new friend Triceraton Regenta Seri from Ch’rell’s Utrom assassins, but some lines are not meant to be crossed. Now, the crisis in Mutant Town has escalated beyond anything Donnie could have ever imagined and Ch’rell is taking matters into his own hands. Amid the riots, Jennika helps April, Lola, and Mona formulate a plan to expose the truth about the mysterious Turtles posing as the TMNT. All the while, the Rat King and his allies revel in the glorious chaos they’ve created.
Publisher: IDW Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Official Armageddon Game tie-in! Donnie’s willing to do anything to defend his new friend Triceraton Regenta Seri from Ch’rell’s Utrom assassins, but some lines are not meant to be crossed. Now, the crisis in Mutant Town has escalated beyond anything Donnie could have ever imagined and Ch’rell is taking matters into his own hands. Amid the riots, Jennika helps April, Lola, and Mona formulate a plan to expose the truth about the mysterious Turtles posing as the TMNT. All the while, the Rat King and his allies revel in the glorious chaos they’ve created.
Shu
Author: David R. Hall
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1430321768
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
BOOK 2 OF THE CONTINUUM (the Osirians return to our universe) Am-mit, has seized the Busiris throne and made himself the absolute ruler of an entire universe. Foremost among Am-mit's evil host is, Isis, a power hungry Admiral - every inch as cruel as Am-mit. Isis has pursued the insurgent leader, Neter, into this universe. Isis has been here before and her technology is millennia ahead of ours. The Armageddon which has just completed repairs inadvertently intercepts Isis and incurs her wrath. It will take a miracle to save Dagon Kepler and his crew.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1430321768
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
BOOK 2 OF THE CONTINUUM (the Osirians return to our universe) Am-mit, has seized the Busiris throne and made himself the absolute ruler of an entire universe. Foremost among Am-mit's evil host is, Isis, a power hungry Admiral - every inch as cruel as Am-mit. Isis has pursued the insurgent leader, Neter, into this universe. Isis has been here before and her technology is millennia ahead of ours. The Armageddon which has just completed repairs inadvertently intercepts Isis and incurs her wrath. It will take a miracle to save Dagon Kepler and his crew.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #139
Author: Sophie Campbell
Publisher: IDW Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
ENTER THE ENDGAME! A former enemy returns to offer the Turtles one last chance to stop the Rat King before his plans coalesce and all hope is lost! As the team regroups, secrets are revealed, terrible truths confronted, and impossible decisions faced. Plus, when the godlike beings of the Pantheon are at last forced to act against their wayward brother, will they realize they’ve delayed too long? As the Armageddon Game enters its end stage, Leo, Donnie, Mikey, Raph, and Jenny will discover they have no one to rely on but each other!
Publisher: IDW Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
ENTER THE ENDGAME! A former enemy returns to offer the Turtles one last chance to stop the Rat King before his plans coalesce and all hope is lost! As the team regroups, secrets are revealed, terrible truths confronted, and impossible decisions faced. Plus, when the godlike beings of the Pantheon are at last forced to act against their wayward brother, will they realize they’ve delayed too long? As the Armageddon Game enters its end stage, Leo, Donnie, Mikey, Raph, and Jenny will discover they have no one to rely on but each other!