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In this volume of the series of short science fiction stories we discover assassins, the dangers of centralisation, escapes through time, evolving AI’s and the depths of reality. The stories in this collection were written by J. F. Bone, H Beam Piper, Fritz Leiber and Fitz-James O’Brien.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Eat Like a Local - London by author Clare F J Caddick will offer the inside scoop on the best places to eat in the London Engand area.

Gripping historical fiction! "Raking the coke surface exposed the heated core of the furnace. A white interior dulled first to bright orange then blood red at the fringes. Under the leverage of his massive frame the rhythm of bellows breathed life to its heart, vitality coursing outwards to his leather apron and iron tipped boots. Searing blasts hit his cracked face, turned leathery and blackened like his apron...."

A mysterious amulet leads Fallon to everything she’s ever wanted...and possibly her death. After a lifetime with no knowledge of her parents, troubled 17-year-old Fallon Webb receives a necklace once belonging to her mother. The amulet leads her on a life-changing journey through a portal to a foreign land where she encounters unusual creatures, shape-shifters, and something she’s always longed for - family. In Ariboslia, Fallon learns her mother is alive. Vampire-like creatures have her, and many others, captive. Most distressing is the prophecy that devastated her family.

In this new short biography of Ulysses S. Grant, leading scholars provide an accessible introduction to Grant and his legacy. Grant led Federal forces to victory in the Civil War, was the first modern American president, and authored his memoirs, which would eventually become one of the greatest books of nonfiction by an American author. The authors present a thematic exploration of Grant, providing the necessary insight to appreciate Grant and correct the myths that for too long clouded his true importance.

A humorous radio play dealing with the appalling psychological consequences of war without moral or political judgement. Dora and her son, James, visit James’ grandfather in a psychiatric hospital. What ensues confounds them both. High-powered drama set against the backdrop of the Afghanistan War.

In this volume of the series of short science fiction stories we discover robot lawmen, psionic aliens, evil scientists and alien super weapons. The stories are: 'Arm of the Law' by Harry Harrison, 'Graveyard of Dreams' by H Beam Piper, 'Survival Type' by JF Bone, 'The Black Lamp' by SP Meek, 'The Bluff of the Hawk' by Anthony Gilmore and 'Third Planet' by Murray Leinster.

J. F. Cooper ist nach Karl May wohl der bekannteste Autor von Indianergeschichten. Sein berühmtestes Werk: "Lederstrumpf" - die Geschichte des Waldläufers Natty Bumppo. Ein spannendes Hörspiel aus dem bekannten Märchenland-Katalog.

Lara is part of a dive team exploring the sunken city of Thonis-Heraklion off the North coast of Egypt. When a storm threatens the site, there's only time for one last dive, and Lara is determined to be on it - even if it means diving with the man who threatened her this summer. Because the dark queen is down there, and Lara intends to find her before it's too late.

J. F. Cooper ist nach Karl May wohl der bekannteste Autor von Indianergeschichten. Sein berühmtestes Werk: "Lederstrumpf" - die Geschichte des Waldläufers Natty Bumppo. Ein spannendes Hörspiel aus dem bekannten Märchenland-Katalog.

Ein spannendes Hörspiel nach J. F. Cooper um die beiden Trapper Henry March und Natty Bumppo, genannt Wildtöter, die zufällig in einen Konflikt zwischen weißen Siedlern und Indianern geraten und ein gefährliches Abenteuer bestehen müssen.

This audiobook helps private business owners and CEOs navigate the many issues related to the sale of their company. In this non-technical guide to the sales process, the three authors provide real-life examples of lessons learned and mistakes to avoid. Business students will also get tools to think about company valuation and the many factors that enhance value from a buyer’s perspective.

If you could control gravity, would you build a moon base? Art Feldmann’s discovery had made that possible. Even as a child, Peter had wanted to go and work on the moon. He was curious about the moon toilets. He’d known the job as moon major in charge of 11 moononauts wasn’t going to be easy, and he’d looked forward to the challenge of a five-year shift, but he hadn’t expected quite so much responsibility. The four-day Annual Closure that protected them from the Leonids Meteor shower, hadn’t ended as planned. The problems began when they opened the shields....

On a distant planet, a battered rocket ship is parked outside a portable revival tent. Beyond the airlock, a traveling minister speaks to the local congregation. Brother Ray, a former space smuggler, con man, and wanted fugitive, tells an amazing story of salvation. His own.

Between 1800 and 1920, an extraordinary cast of bold innovators and entrepreneurs - individuals such as Cyrus McCormick, Brigham Young, Henry Wells and James Fargo, Fred Harvey, Levi Strauss, Adolph Coors, J. P. Morgan, and Buffalo Bill Cody - helped lay the groundwork for what we now call the American West. They were people of imagination and courage, adept at maneuvering the rapids of change, alert to opportunity, persistent in their missions.

It was a loving family or so it seemed on the surface. Mary had lived a good long life but had she deserved to die? Marion didn’t care about that. She wanted to catch the killer and bring them to justice and it would suit her just fine if it was Fiona. There was something uncomfortably annoying about this case and she wanted it closed as soon as possible. And what did Frances have to do with it? And did she actually care about that?

The American Demon Hunters world is now available in a single collection, full of supernatural thrills. Get the original American Demon Hunters novel plus seven novellas that can be listened to in any order.

In this volume of the short story series, we present five more exciting classic science fiction tales. World wide pandemics, missing battleships, super scientists, spies, and the settling of a new world. The stories are: 'A Question of Courage' by J. F. Bone, 'Genesis' by H. Beam Piper, 'Pandemic' by J. F. Bone, 'The Mercenaries' by H. Beam Piper, and 'The Misplaced Battleship' by Harry Harrison.

In Atlantic City, New Jersey, there stands one of the first Casinos ever built. It is called the Mogul Hotel and Casino. This story is set in modern times. It is ran by a quick witted general manager known to most as Mr. Short. If you are lucky enough to work here then, chances are you have met him. Through out this adventure, you may need a seat belt. There are many twist and turns. Each character is explained with precise personalities. Get to know each character without breaking the story line. This audiobook doesn't have a specific genre. Enjoy!

As women, sometimes we find it hard to balance life with the many roles we have. We watch others and observe how they balance their busy lives, while we flounder around in what seems like total chaos. We tend to ask, "How do they do it all?" From One Superwoman to Another is a collection of inspirational stories from five remarkable women. The stories come from a wide variety of experiences. Each one is guaranteed to motivate, inspire, and empower women from all walks of life.