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When a fragment of an ancient manuscript is stolen from a Jewish library in Amsterdam, ARKANE agents Morgan Sierra and Jake Timber discover a conspiracy that stretches back to the days of the Portuguese Empire, and a hidden Order of monks who have protected Eden for generations. Meanwhile, a radical ecological group seeks the powerful Seed at the heart of the Garden intending to restore the world to its natural state with no thought of the consequences for humankind.

The year is 1332 and the place Iceland. The cat Frode and his companion a Viking descendant begin an epic journey across perilous seas and land to find the manuscipt Landnámabók, the book of settlements and seek their history.

This star-studded anniversary anthology features over twenty-five unforgettable stories from internationally bestselling authors and literary legends. From the Nordic noir of Jo Nesbø and the lyricism of Tennessee Williams to the timeless imagination of Ray Bradbury and the courtroom wit of John Mortimer, these vivid tales reflect the range and tone that have defined The Strand Magazine for a quarter century.

In a world where humans, angels, and demons coexist under a fragile peace treaty, the balance of power rests on the Four Horsemen—legendary guardians embodying humanity’s last defense against destruction. Shade Mercer, a solitary archivist defined by loss and fear, keeps others at a distance, finding solace only in her loyal German Shepherd, Mac. When her childhood best friend, Theodore “Theo” Kennedy, returns after a decade, she learns he is now the vessel for Death, burdened with unimaginable power and a mission to protect their world.

A collection of short stories to delight and entertain by this acclaimed author.

In this collection of classic science fiction tales you'll hear if a ship captain seeking vengeance on a space beast, out of control advertising, co-workers suggesting murder, crossing the void on the bridge of bones, and many other exciting concepts.

In an exciting journey that begins with our assumptions about the nature of man, The Deadliest Monster explores the impact that such assumptions have on our beliefs about God, truth, morality, psychology and politics. Not surprisingly, the initial assumption colors all other beliefs, so that the book becomes a fascinating catalogue of the ways in which the Christian perspective better matches reality.

The world can be a very strange and unusual place where wierd and wonderful things happen. Are you ready to engage with these?

A fascinating and varied collection of 50 great classic short stories, including ghost stories, crimes, humorous tales and passionate romance.

Is America Doomed? Uncover the Hidden Forces Driving Our Decline and How We Can Still Reverse It. Is America on the brink of total collapse? Are we witnessing the final days of a once-great superpower? The Death of America: Understanding the Age of Decadence holds the answers you need. This shocking book pulls back the curtain on the hidden forces unraveling the very fabric of American society—forces that threaten to plunge the nation into irreversible decline if left unchecked.

Chock-full of real-world examples of mistakes, heartbreak, and redemption that makes it sound more like a juicy exposé than a business book, Love as a Business Strategy offers a new, people-first framework for achieving any business outcome. Written by authors who aren't fans of run-of-the-mill, nap-inducing business or leadership books, this book clearly shows that a better way of doing business is possible, helping listeners ditch the status quo, embrace humanity, and achieve lasting success.

Allyson Ford is fed-up with dating because, lately, it seems to be all about partying hardy, getting drunk, and getting laid. “There’s nothing but cavemen out there anymore.” “Dating? Ha!” Steve McCallister barely escaped an encounter with one of the many cavewomen who constantly fill his college geology classes. Then, during a midnight run, his Eagle-Scout blood rises when he sees a damsel in distress.

One hundred people from fifty eligible planets have been abducted and taken to the Planet of Shadows—a patchwork planet consisting of pieces from each of those fifty planets. All these people and all these creatures, plants, and habitats have been assembled for one reason: survival.

A Nagy Indiánkönyv negyedik részének cselekménye a modern Amerika kialakulásának kezdetén játszódik. Natty Bumppo, azaz Bőrharisnya, és indián barátja Csingacsguk múltba révedő szemmel figyelik a körülöttük kavargó eseményeket, a sok változást, melyekbe nehezen tudnak belenyugodni. Életük a barátságnak, a hűségnek, a természet szeretetének és az egyszerű ember egyenes gondolkodásának szépségét hirdeti.

Livro Em Paz Na Rede ,Um manual de sobrevivência on line e off line por G.J.F.

Jetzt, da August Walton tot ist und neue Informationen ans Licht gekommen sind, sind Cole Riker und sein Team von Außenseitern endlich wieder auf dem kosmischen Highway zu einem weiteren unbekannten Ort. Diesmal haben sie vielleicht sogar eine Chance, die Mission zu erfüllen und heil nach Hause zu kommen. Doch der Sieg ist nicht so sicher, wie es scheint.

El silencio del parque es un relato fantástico, emotivo y con un final sorprendente que te conmoverá. Explora las emociones humanas a través del misterio que se oculta en un parque en el corazón de la ciudad. Sumérgete en esta historia donde lo fantástico se entrelaza con lo cotidiano. Susan, una mujer marcada por la tragedia familiar, se encuentra en un momento crucial de su vida tras la reciente pérdida de su hermana Helen. Mientras intenta superar su dolor, encuentra consuelo en su perro Neo y en sus paseos por un parque cercano de su nuevo hogar.

Artificial intelligence is no longer a tool we control—it’s a force quietly taking control of us. From influencing your thoughts and decisions to redefining humanity itself, AI’s dark side is more pervasive and dangerous than you’ve been led to believe. This book pulls back the curtain on the hidden threats and ethical dilemmas of the AI revolution—and reveals why you can’t afford to ignore them.

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Gray wurde gefangen genommen und zum Wirt eines Kontrolleurs. Aber nicht für lange, nicht wenn Cole etwas dazu zu sagen hat. Er ist fest entschlossen, sein entführtes Besatzungsmitglied wiederzufinden, und macht sich auf den Weg, um das zu tun, was er am besten kann: die Hölle aufzuwühlen und Ärsche zu versohlen. Während sich sein Co-Kapitän noch von seinen Verletzungen erholt und die Star Treader in seiner Abwesenheit einen Kommandanten braucht, bricht Cole allein in das besetzte anypsianische Kriegsschiff ein.