the moon is a harsh mistress robert a heinlein

Luna is an open penal colony and the regime is a harsh one. Not surprisingly, revolution against the hated authority is planned. But the key figures in the revolt are an unlikely crew: Manuel Garcia O Kelly, an engaging jack of all trades, the beautiful Wyoming Knott - and Mike, a lonely computer who likes to make up jokes ...

Objev podobné jako The Moon is a Harsh Mistress - Robert A. Heinlein

Mahmoud #39;s passion for his wife Fereiba, a schoolteacher, is greater than any love she #39;s ever known. But their happy, middle-class world—a life of education, work, and comfort—implodes when their country is engulfed in war, and the Taliban rises to power.Mahmoud, a civil engineer, becomes a target of the new fundamentalist regime and is murdered. Forced to flee Kabul with her three children, Fereiba has one hope to survive: she must find a way to cross Europe and reach her sister #39;s family in England. With forged papers and help from kind strangers they meet along the way, Fereiba make a dangerous crossing into Iran under cover of darkness. Exhausted and brokenhearted but undefeated, Fereiba manages to smuggle them as far as Greece. But in a busy market square, their fate takes a frightening turn when her teenage son, Saleem, becomes separated from the rest of the family.Faced with an impossible choice, Fereiba pushes on with her daughter and baby, while Saleem falls into the shadowy underground network of undocumented Afghans who haunt the streets of Europe #39;s capitals. Across the continent Fereiba and Saleem struggle to reunite, and ultimately find a place where they can begin to reconstruct their lives.

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Harness the power of the magical, mystical, glorious Moon with more than 100 spells, chants, and rituals, along with Esbat celebrations for the Full Moon.The Moon is one of our most prominent and ancient symbols. It has shaped how we understand and track time, its movement controls the tides, and its rise into the sky signals the coming of night. The distinct phases of the lunar cycle have associations with different states of being. These states mirror a kind of spiritual quest which, like our search for ourselves, never ends. When we observe the Moon, we see reflections of the grand pattern of life that is birth, death, and rebirth.With this invaluable handbook filled with enchantingly beautiful illustrations, follow the Moon as she traverses each sign of the zodiac and discover how each astrological phase affects magic—and how your personal Moon sign affects your magical work. The discussions include the influence of the seldom-discussed energies of the Blue Moon, the Black Moon, and lunar eclipses.Each Moon phase is explored individually to cover the phase’s main themes along with Moon rituals, intention setting, and practical ways to celebrate and manifest health, wealth, and confidence. With specific suggestions for each phase, you’ll discover a variety of tools for harnessing moon magic, including:Traditional lunar herbs such as lavender, angelica, mugwort, and sage to magnify and support your intentionsCrystals and gemstones to raise your personal vibration and enhance your intuitive powersEssential oils and candles to match your mood or intention and add vibrational power to your spells and ritualsYou’ll soon be using spells during each moon phase for things like:Conquering change (New Moon)Living joyfully (Waxing Moon)Romantic love (Full Moon)Banishing bad (Waning Moon)Open your arms to Mother Moon, and allow her to take you into hers, with Moon Magic. The Mystical Handbook series from Wellfleet takes you on a magical journey through the wonderful world of spellcraft and spellcasting. Explore a new practice with each volume and learn how to incorporate spells, rituals, blessings, and cleansings into your daily routine. These portable companions feature beautiful foil-detail covers and color-saturated interiors on a premium paper blend.Other books in the series include: Moon Magic Journal, Witchraft, Love Spells, Knot Magic, Superstitions, House Magic, Herbal Magic, Book of Shadows, and Goddess Magic.

Objev podobné jako Moon Magic - Aurora Kane

Nohhum, doesn t it look like the moon is following us? During her weekly car ride with her grandmother from the city to the reservation, a young Native girl ponders the moon that seems to follow them. Each week, she looks forward to listening to her grandmother s warm, soothing voice as she sings and tells stories. Tonight, her grandmother teaches her about Grandmother Moon, her significance, and why we honor her.In her debut picture book, Wunneanatsu Lamb-Cason (Schaghticoke/HoChunk) captures a grandmother and grandchild s relationship through their shared wonder and admiration. Along with rich illustrations, Grandmother Moon preserves Indigenous histories and teachings within a modern setting, reminding us that Grandmother Moon is always watching over us, and wherever we are, we are safe and loved.Backmatter includes an author s note and more, to learn about the different names of the full moons throughout the lunar year.

Objev podobné jako Grandmother Moon - Wunneanatsu Lamb-Cason

The moon is a monthly reminder of the cyclical nature of the universe. As it waxes and wanes, the tides rise and fall, and we, too, can tune in to the currents of energy that it creates and reflects.PRACTICAL MOON MAGIC is a wise and knowledgeable guide to help you navigate those currents. In it, you can learn the deeper meaning behind each lunar phase, you can discover how the moon influences our emotions, and you can begin to harness the power of the lunar cycle for intention-setting and manifestation.Equipped with these insights and actionable steps, look forward to journeying with the moon each month and discovering that as you tap into the practical magic behind every lunar phase, you also unlock your own potential.

Objev podobné jako Practical Moon Magic - Katie Huang

A truly unforgettable journey of wonder, courage and magic from a master storyteller, perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell and Philip Pullman. Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children s Book Prize. Plunged into danger when they help their father steal a forbidden book, Rachel and Robert are forced to go on the run. To save their father from prison, they must discover the truth about The Book of Stolen Dreams. But the cruel and powerful President Malstain knows its secrets and will stop at nothing to snatch the book s magic for himself. The hunt is on. Rachel and Robert face a desperate battle to stop the book falling into Malstain s hands - for if it does, he could destroy everything. A new and important voice for young people. Michael Morpurgo Dazzling! An instant classic. An eye-wateringly funny and jaw-droppingly fantastical adventure, chock-a-block with rare books, airships, and penguin-shaped hats. Ben Miller A wonderful story. Gripping and magical. Anthony Horowitz

Objev podobné jako The Book of Stolen Dreams - Farr David

SPACE FEVER HEATS UP“Fly You to the Moon” is topping pop charts, and UFO reports are sweeping the nation! The world is going wild for outer space, but Arnack’s lunar landing plans can’t get off the ground. Meanwhile, Arnack One’s PR reps, Bart and Kaye, travel to a cutting-edge expo to join a host of distinguished speakers…and finally meet their Zirnitran cosmonaut heroes! Later, when threats of nuclear war put east and west on a collision course, will the four starry-eyed youths—two human, two vampire—grab hold of their dreams before they shatter?

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Audiokniha: Absolutní vrchol žánru sci-fi! Původní nezkrácená verze – poprvé v České republice! Dojemný a ohromující příběh Valentina Michaela Smithe, člověka z Marsu, není jen strhujícím a zábavným vyprávěním. Jde o silné poselství o podstatě dobra a zla, o samotných zdrojích lidské činorodosti a síly. Navzdory době vzniku tohoto příběhu (1961!) jde o výsostně aktuální pohled na konání dnešního lidstva – i lidí jako jednotlivců. V románu „Cizinec v cizí zemi“ se dostanete do nitra velkolepého vyprávění, v němž jde Smithovi a jeho svobodomyslným přátelům o život. Třeba jen proto, že hrdina je díky komplikovanému pozemskému právu jediným vlastníkem Marsu. A to se byrokratické pozemské vládě vůbec nelíbí. Mimozemsky vážný Smith bere vše doslova a jaksi mimochodem odhaluje stupiditu a faleš mnoha lidských zvyků. Upřímný „Marťan“ tak ukazuje lidem, v čem nejsou tak úplně lidmi. Ponořte se do kultovní knihy, od níž se nelze odtrhnout. Velmistr žánru sci-fi, Robert A. Heinlein, nám opět dokazuje, že nezáleží na letopočtu vydání ani na rozsahu knihy. Záleží jen na síle fascinujících příběhů, a ty on uměl psát. Čeká vás plnohodnotných 26 hodin poslechu toho nejklasičtějšího příběhu, jaký žánr science-fiction kdy zplodil. Literární ceny za román Cizinec v cizí zemi: Cena Hugo za nejlepší román (1962) Cena Prometheus Award (1987) NPR Top 100 Science Fiction and Fantasy Books Zajímavosti: • Původní název knihy byl „Kacíř“. Pozdější vydání románu jej na základě ohlasů definovalo jako „nejslavnější sci-fi román, který byl kdy napsán“. • October je druhé album rockové skupiny U2, které vyšlo v roce 1981. Na albu se projevoval rozpor mezi křesťanskou vírou a ďáblovou hudbou . Obsahuje i skladbu „Stranger in a Strange Land“. • Román „Cizinec v cizí zemi“ uvedl do angličtiny slovo „grokovat“ což doslova znamená „pít“, ale také „milovat“ a „být jedním s… “. Toto slovo se ve své době stalo populárním mezi fanoušky sci-fi, hipíky a hackery. Dostalo se dokonce i do Oxfordského slovníku.

Objev podobné jako Cizinec v cizí zemi - Robert A. Heinlein - audiokniha

Audiokniha: Jedna z nejvýznamnějších knih zlatého věku světové sci-fi. Robert A. Heinlein nám ve své vizi pozvolného ovládnutí lidstva mimozemskými vetřelci ponechal nejen strhující zprávu o paranoidním stavu americké společnosti padesátých let, ale jeho dramatický narativ i po těch letech jako by zrcadlil naši aktuální situaci zde, ve Střední Evropě. Všudypřítomné dezinformace, dokonalé fake news, konspirační teorie, spiknutí vlád a tajných služeb a zdánlivě jednoduchá řešení složitých problémů. Ačkoli jde o napínavý, dechberoucí příběh, je v něm – jak už u Heinleina bývá zvykem – dost mrazivých námětů k zamyšlení. Nejprve přišly zprávy o přistání létajícího talíře v Iowě. Potom dorazilo oznámení prohlašující celou věc za podvrh. Konec příběhu. Případ uzavřen. Až na to, že dva agenti nejtajnější zpravodajské agentury americké vlády z místa přistání zmizeli, aniž podali nějaké hlášení. A ztratili se i další čtyři, vyslaní později. Takže se do celé věci zapojil šéf rozvědky a dva jeho nejlepší agenti. Ti zjistili, že probíhá invaze parazitických mimozemských vetřelců, kteří dokážou pouhým dotykem převzít nad člověkem naprostou kontrolu... A to je teprve začátek.“

Objev podobné jako Vládci loutek - Robert A. Heinlein - audiokniha

Audiokniha: Nejpůvabnější kniha velmistra žánru Roberta A. Heinleina stále zůstává čtivým dobrodružstvím a je po právu řazena mezi klasiku žánru sci-fi. „Byl jednou jeden kocour a ten neměl rád déšť. A sníh ho studil do tlapek. Ale choval pevné přesvědčení, že když se otevře dostatečný počet dveří, jedny přece musí vést do jasného letního dne… A protože na konci dvacátého století se pomocí hypotermie a cestování v čase dá uniknout skoro všemu – možná, že za třicet let opravdu jedny dveře povedou když ne do léta, tak alespoň do lepších časů…“ Skvělá sci-fi a snad vůbec nejčtenější román R. A. Heinleina. Vydejte se do Velkého Los Angeles – a ani se nemusíte nechat zmrazit. Robert Anson Heinlein (*1907 - 1988) Jeden z nejvlivnějších a nejkontroverznějších spisovatelů science fiction. Společně s A. C. Clarkem a Isaacem Asimovem byli v americké literatuře známi jako „Velká trojka science fiction“ (Big Three). Hlavní témata jeho práce byla sociální: radikální individualismus, svobodná vůle, náboženství, vztah mezi fyzickou a emocionální láskou a spekulace o poněkud neortodoxních rodinných vztazích. Otakar Brousek ml. (1957) V hereckém prostředí přezdívaný Ťulda je český herec a dabér. V dabingu propůjčil svůj hlas např. Davidu Thewlisovi ve filmové sérii Harry Potter. Pochází z hereckého prostředí. Po absolutoriu na pražské konzervatoři působil od roku 1978 v divadle na Kladně (v roce 1945 zde začínal hrát i jeho otec) a vydržel zde hrát 12 let. V letech 1990 až 2007 byl v angažmá v Městských divadlech pražských. Mezi roky 2008 a 2012 byl stálým hostem Divadla Na Fidlovačce. Od září 2012 je členem hereckého souboru Divadla na Vinohradech. Kromě divadla vystupuje i ve filmu a televizi. Příležitostně se věnuje i moderování.

Objev podobné jako Dveře do léta - Robert A. Heinlein - audiokniha

Audiokniha: Galaktické křižníky a cesty napříč galaxií… Hvězdní mariňáci v bojových skeletech a válka s brouky! Lidstvo v ohrožení a hvězdná pěchota v akci! Sledujte psychicky i fyzicky náročný výcvik mariňáků a zúčastněte se těch nejbrutálnějších planetárních bitev. Heinleinův román je však i něčím jiným, než jen drsným militaristickým příběhem. Patrně nejslavnější autor fantastické literatury vychází z nepříjemného faktu, že násilí bylo a vždy bude. A skutečný muž musí být v drsném světě schopen bránit sebe, své blízké a koneckonců i svou rodnou planetu. Produkce: Walker Volf s.r.o. Režie: Radek Volf Obálka: Marek Šebesta Robert Anson Heinlein (*1907 - 1988) byl jeden z nejvlivnějších a nejkontroverznějších spisovatelů science fiction. Společně s A. C. Clarkem a Isaacem Asimovem byli v americké literatuře známi jako „Velká trojka science fiction“ (Big Three). Hlavní témata jeho práce byla sociální: radikální individualismus, svobodná vůle, náboženství, vztah mezi fyzickou a emocionální láskou a spekulace o poněkud neortodoxních rodinných vztazích.

Objev podobné jako Hvězdná pěchota - Robert A. Heinlein - audiokniha

A pulse-pounding, breathless crime thriller, perfect for fans of Anthony Horowitz s Hawthorne series, Robert Galbraith s Cormoran Strike series and LJ Ross s Alexander Gregory thrillers Truly ingenious The TabletGoddard sprinkles head-turning double-crossing with delightful by-play between his two leads Times Fast-paced, beautifully crafted with some excellently drawn characters... engages from start to finish Choice Magazine Goddard writes amazing novels of mystery/suspense. His new one is magical and the title is simply the best Stephen King__________________On a stifling afternoon at Police HQ in Algiers, Superintendent Taleb, coasting towards retirement, with not even an air-conditioned office to show for his long years of service, is handed a ticking time bomb of a case which will take him deep into Algeria s troubled past and its fraught relationship with France.To his dismay, he is assigned to work with Agent Hidouchi, an intimidating representative of the country s feared secret service, who makes it clear she intends to call the shots. They are instructed to pursue a former agent, now on the run after twenty years in prison for his part in a high-level corruption scandal. But their search will lead them inexorably towards a greater mystery, surrounding a murder that took place in Paris more than fifty years ago.Uncovering the truth may be his responsibility, but Taleb is well aware that no-one in Algeria wants to be reminded of the dark deeds carried out in the struggle for independence - or in the violence that has racked the nation since. Before long, he will face a choice he has long sought to avoid, between self-preservation and doing the right thing.And, ultimately, the choice may not even be his to make.The new novel from Robert Goddard, THIS IS THE DAY THEY DREAM OF, is available for pre-order now.________________________________Praise for Robert Goddard The world s greatest storyteller Guardian One of the finest crime writer of any generation Daily Mail Our finest practitioner of double-crossing plotting Mick Herron

Objev podobné jako This is the Night They Come For You - Robert Goddard

Winner of the CWA Best Historical Crime Novel of the Year Great fun! Franklin succeeds in vividly bringing the 12th century to life with this cracking good story KATE MOSSEMedieval England. A hideous murder. Enter the first female anatomist...Adelia Aguilar is a rare thing in medieval Europe - a woman who has trained as a doctor. Her speciality is the study of corpses, a skill that must be concealed if she is to avoid accusations of witchcraft.But in Cambridge a child has been murdered, others are disappearing, and King Henry has called upon a renowned Italian investigator to find the killer - fast.What the king gets is Adelia, his very own Mistress of the Art of Death.The investigation takes Adelia deep into Cambridge; its castle and convents, and streets teeming with life. And it is here that she attracts the attention of a murderer who is prepared to kill again... Exhilarating... I want to crown Ariana Franklin Queen of the Historical Mystery! TESS GERRITSEN________Readers are gripped by Mistress of the Art of Death: Unputdownable . . . Her characters are beguiling ***** Utterly enthralling ***** JUST what I want from a historical detective novel . . . The storytelling is phenomenal *****

Objev podobné jako Mistress Of The Art Of Death - Ariana Franklinová

When the full moon rises in the night sky, it s hard not to be captivated by the light that streams down on earth from our closest celestial neighbour. Even in the modern age, drenched in artificial light, the full moon has a magic that speaks to our most primal selves. This magic was recognised throughout human history, and lives on in the names various cultures have given each full moon as it rises above us.The Full Moon Yearbook combines Native American culture, Medieval Celtic Culture, East Asian culture and Witchcraft to dive into the stories that have led to names like February s Budding Moon, or November s Frost Moon. Over thirteen chapters, the names and mythology associated with each full moon are explored, as well as corresponding crystals, rituals, and yoga practices to make engaging with the energy of the full moon natural and fun.That thirteenth chapter is dedicated to the Blue moon, and in The Full Moon Yearbook readers will discover the reason why this mysterious moon appears in our night skies, along with its even more elusive friend, the Black Moon.Alongside the folk names, The Full Moon Yearbook highlights some of the goddesses that have been dedicated to, or personified, the moon in ancient religions, bringing their stories to life. With the international perspective, lunar festivals and customs from around the world and practical makes and recipes to help celebrate the full moon are included in this illustrated guide, showing how important the full moon has been throughout history to humankind.The Full Moon Yearbook is perfect for anyone who has ever felt a pull towards living in harmony with the moon, and longs to be living a lunar-inspired life.

Objev podobné jako The Full Moon Yearbook - Julie Peters

The mind-bending sequel to the Times Thriller of the Year bestseller, This is the Night They Come for You. The world s greatest storyteller Guardian Our finest practitioner of the double-cross plotting Mick Herronâ ˜Splendidly serpentine and immaculately plotted, this is British thriller writing at its very bestâ ™ Daily Mail__________Trouble has a way of finding those those who spend most of their time trying to avoid it. Or so it appears to Superintendent Taleb, whose attempts to wind his career down to an unobtrusive retirement are once again in jeopardy.When delegated a television interview to discuss a thirty year old political controversy, his instructions are clear enough: whatever you say, do not rock the boat. But an inexplicable urge in the moment to tell the truth lands him in dangerously hot water. It also reopens some decades wounds which will bring him to the forefront of an investigation he is keen to avoid.Whether he likes it or not, the past is coming for him. And the past in Algeria is venomous, vengeful and relentless, quick to consume the unwary traveller. He will soon find himself staring down the barrel of a long buried mystery, which looks likely to add him to its lengthy roster of victims.This Is the Day They Dream Of is the scintillating sequel to the critically acclaimed This Is The Night They Come For You, which introduced the world-weary Taleb and his always resourceful colleague Agent Hidouchi of the Algerian Secret Service. Together they must navigate the countryâ ™ treacherous history to save themselves from its perilous present._________Praise for This is the Night They Come For You Truly ingenious The Tablet Goddard sprinkles head-turning double-crossing with delightful by-play between his two leads The Times Fast-paced, beautifully crafted with some excellently drawn characters... engages from start to finish Choice Magazine Goddard writes amazing novels of mystery/suspense. His new one is magical and the title is simply the best Stephen King

Objev podobné jako This is the Day They Dream Of - Robert Goddard

A scientistâ ™s inspiring vision of our return to the Moon as humanityâ ™s next thrilling step in space explorationJust over half a century since Neil Armstrong first stepped foot on the lunar surface, a new space race to the Moon is well underway and rapidly gaining momentum. Laying out a vision for the next fifty years, Back to the Moon is astrophysicist Joseph Silkâ ™s persuasive and impassioned case for putting scientific discovery at the forefront of lunar exploration. The Moon offers opportunities beyond our wildest imaginings, and plans to return are rapidly gaining momentum around the world. NASA aims to build a habitable orbiting space station to coordinate lunar development and exploration, while European and Chinese space agencies are planning lunar villages and the mining of precious resources dwindling here on Earth. Powerful international and commercial interests are driving the race to revisit the Moon, but lunar infrastructures could also open breathtaking vistas onto the cosmos. Silk describes how the colonization of the Moon could usher in a thrilling new age of scientific exploration, and lays out what the next fifty years of lunar science might look like. With lunar telescopes of unprecedented size situated in permanently dark polar craters and on the far side of the Moon, we could finally be poised to answer some of the most profound questions confronting humankind, including whether we are alone in the Universe and what our cosmic origins are. Addressing both the daunting challenges and the immense promise of lunar exploration and exploitation, Back to the Moon reveals how prioritizing science, and in particular lunar astronomy, will enable us to address the deepest cosmic mysteries.

Objev podobné jako Back to the Moon - Joseph Silk

Discover the mysteries of Earth s closest neighbour in this incredible guide to the Moon. This charming moon book for kids is the perfect introduction for young readers who want to learn about every aspect of the moon. The Moon features breakdowns of the Moon s formation and geography, the lunar phases, a history of NASA s Apollo missions, the Moon s effect on Earth s tides and nocturnal animals, recent scientific discoveries, and so much more!This fascinating guide introduces 7-9 year olds to the moon s past, present, and future through stunning illustrations, photographs, and fascinating information. Packed with mind-blowing facts, this incredible kids space book is perfect for space lovers everywhere.Explore this wonderful book about the moon, featuring:In-depth information, backed up by space photography, probe images, illustrations, and fun diagramsStunning dreamy illustrations, making this title a perfect space gift, as well as a solid reference bookEasy-to-digest sections, each filled with incredible facts and visualsThe entire subject of the Moon - including its formation and geography, the lunar phases, a history of NASA s Apollo missions, its effect on Earth s tides and nocturnal animals, plenty of recent scientific discoveries, and more!Boasting beautiful illustrations by artist Dawn Cooper, combined with up-to-date images from space agencies such as NASA and ESA, info panels, timelines, and diagrams, that help demystify and explain the wonder of the Moon, this is the perfect space book for kids.

Objev podobné jako The Moon - Dr. Georgiana Kramer, Dr. Sanlyn Buxner, Dr. Pamela Gay

Tap into the transformative magic of lunar cycles with this beautiful, gold-embossed hardback guide, richly illustrated in full-colour. Welcome to the world of moon magic, where the night sky shines bright with possibility and shooting stars herald the arrival of new opportunities. This delightful book will unlock the key to understanding how the moon affects us all, and how to use its pull to manifest your goals and draw positive outcomes to you.You will learn how to:• Set up a magical moon altar • Tap into the power of the lunar cycle.• Use moon magic to manifest your goals. • Practice meditations, rituals, totem animals and dreamweaving spells.It s time to embrace the moon-cast shadows and tap into your nocturnal power, with the enchanting practice of Moon Magic.ABOUT THE SERIES: Elements is a series of spiritual development titles, each focusing on different aspects of healing and divination. Written by a variety of experts, these beautifully illustrated hardbacks are the perfect entryway into ancient spiritual practices.

Objev podobné jako The Essential Book of Moon Magic - Marie Bruce

The Moon has been an object of fascination for religions, cultures, and societies the world over since the dawn of humanity.The Moon is a beautifully illustrated account of our lunar neighbour in all its guises: a guiding light in the night sky, the driver of oceanic tides and natural cycles, the subject of exhaustive scientific study, and an enduring influence in literature, art, and popular culture.Exploring theories for the Moonâ ™s origins around 4.5 billion years ago, the book charts its influence on the calendar systems and mythologies of early societies, and its role in the invention of the telescope and the science-fiction genre. It tells the incredible story of the Cold War space race and the first Moon landings. Specially commissioned illustrations capture the Moon s phases and motions in vivid detail, while stunning photography and artefacts bring the rich history of lunar observation and exploration to life.The last chapter of the book features extensive coverage of NASAâ ™s Artemis mission to return astronauts to the lunar landscape in 2026, paving the way for future missions to Mars. The book also includes a guide to observing the Moon, complete with annotated maps and profiles of key physical features such as Tycho Crater and the Sea of Tranquility.Straddling science, culture, and history across the world, The Moon is a captivating and richly informative celebration.

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Jules Verne (1828-1905) was internationally famous as the author of novels based on â ˜extraordinary voyages.â ™ His visionary use of new travel technologies inspired his readers to look to the industrial future rather than the remote past for their dreams of adventure. The popularity of his novels led directly to modern science fiction.In From the Earth to the Moon and Around the Moon, Jules Verne turned the ancient fantasy of space flight into a believable technological possibility â “ an engineering dream for the industrial age. Directly inspired by Verneâ ™s story, enthusiasts worked successfully at overcoming the practical difficulties, and within a century, human beings did indeed fly to the Moon. Curiously, however, Verne is unlikely to have thought it possible that a manned projectile could actually be fired out of a giant cannon, rising higher than the Moon, swinging around it, and then landing safely back on Earth. He had used the science of the day to construct a literary conjuring trick, a hoax, one of the most successful in all history. By skilful misdirection he drew the attention of readers away from weaknesses in the project. Read the book and you, too, will be fooled into accepting the realistic possibility in Verneâ ™s time of that dream of flying to the Moon.

Objev podobné jako From the Earth to the Moon / Around the Moon - Jules Verne

Mama named Luna after the moon.She always said the moon had a special way of bringing people together.And from the moment Luna was born, she did tooâ ¦Lunaâ ™s mixed heritage family are different in lots of ways, but they share something very special in common - their love for Luna shines big and round and bright, just like the moon!When Luna starts school, she is super excited to make friends and present her beloved Moon Rabbit at Show and Tell. But, faced with difficult questions about her family, she begins to lose confidence and her own full moon heart fades away.As the Moon Festival approaches, both sides of Luna s family come together to celebrate. Join Luna as she uncovers the story of who she is and discovers how to shine bright again with the feeling of belonging.A Love as Full as The Moon is a heartwarming picture book debut from author Lucy Tandon Copp and illustrator Sienna Youngsun Kim.

Objev podobné jako A Love as Full as the Moon - Lucy Tandon Copp

Discover rituals, spells, lunar lore and more with this spellbinding introductory guide to the mysterious power of the moonFor thousands of years, the mystical qualities of the moon have captivated and intrigued us. Deeply interconnected with witchcraft and neopagan rituals, moon magic harnesses lunar energy to empower spells and enhance incantations. The different phases of the moon can influence different kinds of spells, and through mindful contemplations and meditations, you can tap into this celestial power. In this fascinating introduction, you will learn how to enhance your journey of spiritual exploration by connecting with lunar forces through magical practices.Delve into these pages and you will find: - Myths and legends about the moon- How to perform rituals that can help you tap into the moon s power - Moon meditations which can enrich your lifeThis is the perfect book for anyone charmed and intrigued by our brightest celestial neighbour. Embrace the mysteries of the night sky and add some moon magic into your life.

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Follow a girl s thrilling first day on the Moon. She explores every corner of her father s base, and finds out how everyone is kept alive and fed in such a hostile environment. She ll learn about fusion power, robot mining and the futuristic sport of Moonball. Inspired by the latest scientific breakthroughs and anticipating technological progress to come, this is an exciting story based on real Moon science. - Told in lively comic book style- Written with expert advice from UCL Professor Paul Kuin, Department of Space and Climate Physics- Perfect for school projects- Discover more books in the 24 hours in... seriesChapters in this book include:- Approaching the Moon- Coreolis Base - Shackleton Crater- In the canteen- The moonball court- A view of the base- Time for bed- All around the Moon- Time to get up- The farm- The dangers of the Moon- Robotics and construction- A history of the base- Underground reservoir- Why exercise is important- Space observations- Moon suit- Garage airlock- Shackleton Crater- A solar storm strikes- Getting to the stadium- Game time- Our future on the Moon

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The authors of Civilization One return, bringing new evidence about the Moon that will shake up our world. Christopher Knight and Alan Butler realized that the ancient system of geometry they presented in their earlier, breakthrough study works as perfectly for the Moon as it does the Earth. On further investigation, they found a consistent sequence of beautiful integer numbers when looking at every major aspect of the Moon--no such pattern emerges for any other planet or moon in the solar system.In addition, Knight and Butler discovered that the Moon possesses few or no heavy metals and has no core-something that should not be possible. Their persuasive conclusion: if higher life only developed on Earth because the Moon is exactly what it is and where it is, it becomes unreasonable to cling to the idea that the Moon is a natural object. The only question that remains is, who built it?

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The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! In The Fires of Heaven, the fifth novel in Robert Jordan⠙s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, four of the most powerful Forsaken band together against the Champion of Light, Rand al⠙Thor.Prophesized to defeat the Dark One, Rand al Thor, the Dragon Reborn, has upset the balance of power across the land. Shaido Aiel are on the march, ravaging everything in their path. The White Tower s Amyrlin has been deposed, turning the Aes Sedai against one another. The forbidden city of Rhuidean is overrun by Shadowspawn.Despite the chaos swirling around him, Rand continues to learn how to harness his abilities, determined to wield the One Power--and ignoring the counsel of Moiraine Damodred at great cost.Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America s best-loved novels by PBS s The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time®New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter s Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! With Robert Jordan s untimely passing in 2007, Brandon Sanderson, the New York Times bestselling author of the Mistborn novels and the Stormlight Archive, was chosen by Jordan s editor-his wife, Harriet McDougal-to complete the final volume in The Wheel of Time(R), later expanded to three books.The Gathering Storm, the twelfth novel in Jordan s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, begins the story s dramatic conclusion as Rand al Thor, the Dragon Reborn, struggles to unite a fractured network of kingdoms and alliances in preparation for the Last Battle.War is coming. The Dark One s forces are brutal and unrelenting. Rand must forge a united front, but the Seanchan remain an immediate threat, as do the Forsaken. With so many shadows swirling around him, Rand is consumed by his responsibilities, turning heartless in the eyes of his allies, and even more merciless to his enemies.Meanwhile the Seanchan march on the White Tower, where Egwene al Vere works to rally the disparate factions of the Aes Sedai together, even as their tyrannical leader schemes against her. Providing leadership in the face of increasing uncertainty and despair, Egwene s fight will prove the mettle of the Aes Sedai, and her conflict will decide the future of the White Tower-and possibly the world itself.Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time(R) by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America s best-loved novels by PBS s The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time(R)New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter s Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! In The Shadow Rising, the fourth novel in Robert Jordan⠙s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, Rand al⠙Thor now wields the sword Callandor. He is both the Champion of Light and the Dragon Reborn. Now, he seeks answers to another prophecy that lies with the warrior people known as the Aiel to put him on the path of learning how to wield the One Power.Accompanied by Moiraine Damodred, Rand arrives at the Aiel Waste and is granted permission by the Wise Ones to enter the sacred city of Rhuidean. After passing through a doorframe ter angreal, Moiraine gains foresight while the Aiel await Rand s return, either with both arms marked by dragon symbols, validating his identity as He Who Comes With the Dawn, the Chief of Chiefs of all the Aiel⠔or to never emerge at all.Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America s best-loved novels by PBS s The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time®New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter s Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine!The Eye of the World, the first novel in Robert Jordan s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, follows Moiraine Damodred as she arrives in Emond s Field on a quest to find the one prophesized to stand against The Dark One.The Wheel of Time turns and Ages come and pass, leaving memories that become legend. Legend fades to myth, and even myth is long forgotten when the Age that gave it birth returns again. What was, what will be, and what is, may yet fall under the Shadow.When a vicious band of half-men, half beasts invade the Two Rivers seeking their master⠙s enemy, Moiraine persuades Rand al⠙Thor and his friends to leave their home and enter a larger unimaginable world filled with dangers waiting in the shadows and in the light.Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America s best-loved novels by PBS s The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time®New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter s Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine!In The Great Hunt, the second novel in Robert Jordan s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time(R), Rand al Thor and his companions set out to retrieve a powerful artifact from The Dark One s Shadowspawn.For centuries, gleemen have told the tales of The Great Hunt of the Horn. So many tales about each of the Hunters, and so many Hunters to tell of...Now the Horn itself is found: the Horn of Valere long thought only legend, the Horn which will raise the dead heroes of the ages. And it is stolen.In pursuit of the thieves, Rand al Thor is determined to keep the Horn out of the grasp of The Dark One. But he has also learned that he is The Dragon Reborn-the Champion of Light destined to stand against the Shadow time and again. It is a duty and a destiny that requires Rand to uncover and master extraordinary capabilities he never imagined he possessed. Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time(R) has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America s best-loved novels by PBS s The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time(R)New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter s Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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The bestselling debut fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess.A young woman⠙s quest to free her mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm, setting her on a dangerous path where those she loves are not the only ones at risk⠦*THE INSTANT TOP 5 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*THERE ARE MANY LEGENDS ABOUT MY MOTHER⠦Raised far away on the moon, Xingyin was unaware she was being hidden from the Celestial Emperor ⠓ who exiled her mother for stealing the elixir of immortality. But when her magic flares and reveals her, Xingyin is forced to flee her home, leaving her mother behind.Alone, powerless, and afraid, Xingyin makes her way to the Celestial Kingdom, a land of wonder and secrets. In disguise, she trains alongside the Emperor⠙s son, mastering archery and magic, despite the passion which flames between them.Vowing to rescue her mother, Xingyin embarks on a quest, confronting legendary creatures and vicious enemies. But when forbidden magic threatens the kingdom, Xingyin must challenge the ruthless Emperor, leaving her torn between losing all she loves or plunging the realm into chaos⠦Inspired by the legend of Chang⠙e the Moon Goddess, this captivating debut weaves Chinese mythology into a sweeping adventure of love and family, immortals and magic.⠜A breathtaking debut novel that will sweep readers away. Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish. I love this book.⠝¯Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Caraval series⠜This vivid, unputdownable debut effortlessly whisks us into the celestial realms of Chinese high fantasy. A captivating treat for lovers of Chinese fantasy dramas and newcomers alike.⠝¯Shelley Parker-Chan, bestselling author of She Who Became the Sun⠜A lush, dreamy gem of a novel.⠝¯Shannon Chakraborty, bestselling author of The City of Brass⠜Strikingly evocative, tense, and heartfelt, Daughter of the Moon Goddess leaves you dreaming of dragons.⠝¯Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter

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This stunning fantasy inspired by Chinese folklore is a companion novel to Starry River of the Sky and the New York Times bestselling and National Book Award finalist When the Sea Turned to SilverIn the valley of Fruitless mountain, a young girl named Minli lives in a ramshackle hut with her parents. In the evenings, her father regales her with old folktales of the Jade Dragon and the Old Man on the Moon, who knows the answers to all of life s questions. Inspired by these stories, Minli sets off on an extraordinary journey to find the Old Man on the Moon to ask him how she can change her family s fortune. She encounters an assorted cast of characters and magical creatures along the way, including a dragon who accompanies her on her quest for the ultimate answer.Grace Lin, author of the beloved Year of the Dog and Year of the Rat returns with a wondrous story of adventure, faith, and friendship. A fantasy crossed with Chinese folklore, Where the Mountain Meets the Moon is a timeless story reminiscent of The Wizard of Oz and Kelly Barnhill s The Girl Who Drank the Moon. Her beautiful illustrations, printed in full-color, accompany the text throughout. Once again, she has created a charming, engaging book for young readers.

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The historians can t seem to settle whether to call this one The Third Space War (or the fourth), or whether The First Interstellar War fits it better. We just call it The Bug War . Everything up to then and still later were incidents , patrols or police actions . However, you are just as dead if you buy the farm in an incident as you are if you buy it in a declared war. 5,000 years in the future, humanity faces total extermination. Our one defence: highly-trained soldiers who scour the metal-strewn blackness of space to hunt down a terrifying enemy: an insect life-form known only as Bugs. This is the story of trooper Johnny Rico, from his idealistic enlistment in the infantry of the future through his rigorous training to the command of his own platoon. And his destiny is a war that will span the galaxy.

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Splendid news for enquiring minds, and guaranteed salvation for humanity! Messrs. Steve and Alan Moore, current proprietors of the celebrated Moon Serpent Grand Egyptian Theatre of Marvels (sorcery by appointment since circa 150 AD) are presently engaged in producing a clear and practical grimoire of the occult sciences that offers endless necromantic fun for all the family. Exquisitely illuminated by a host of adepts including Kevin O Neill, John Coulthart, Steve Parkhouse, Rick Veitch and Ben Wickey, this marvellous and unprecedented tome promises to provide all that the reader could conceivably need in order to commence a fulfilling new career as a diabolist. Its contents include profusely illustrated instructional essays upon this ancient sect s theories of magic, notably the key dissertation Adventures in Thinking, which gives reliable advice as to how entry into the world of magic may be readily achieved. Further to this, a number of Rainy Day activity pages present lively and entertaining things-to-do once the magical state has been attained, including such popular pastimes as divination, etheric travel and the conjuring of a colourful multitude of sprits, deities, dead people and infernal entities from the pit, all of whom are sure to become your new best friends. Also contained within this extravagant compendium of thaumaturgic lore is a history of magic from the last ice age to the present day, told in a series of easy-to-absorb pictorial biographies of fifty great enchanters and complemented by a variety of picture stories depicting events ranging from the Palaeolithic origins of art, magic, language and consciousness to the rib-tickling comedy exploits of Moon Serpent founder Alexander the False Prophet ( He s fun, he s fake, he s got a talking snake! ). In addition to these manifold delights, the adventurous reader will also discover a series of helpful travel guides to mind-wrenching alien dimensions that are within comfortable walking distance, as well as profiles of the many quaint local inhabitants that one might bump into at these exotic resorts. A full range of entertainments will be provided, encompassing such diverse novelties and pursuits as a lavishly decorated decadent pulp tale of occult adventure recounted in the serial form. Completing this almost-unimaginable treasure trove is a lengthy thesis revealing the ultimate meaning of both the Moon and the Serpent in a manner that makes transparent the much-obscured secret of magic, happiness, sex, creativity and the known Universe, while at the same time explaining why these lunar and ophidian symbols feature so prominently in the order s peculiar name. (Manufacturer s disclaimer: this edition does not, however, reveal why the titular cabal of magicians consider themselves to be either grand or Egyptian. Let the buyer beware.) A colossal and audacious publishing triumph of three hundred and fifty-two pages, beautifully produced in the finest tradition of educational literature for young people, The Moon and Serpent Bumper Book of Magic will transform your lives, your reality, and any spare lead that you happen to have lying around into the purest and most radiant gold.

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Once, there were two best friends. One was from the sea, a mermaid named Merrin, and one was from the land, a human named Molly.Merrin has never been to Mollyâ ™s house; how can she visit when she is a mermaid, and has to stay underwater? But then comes the night of the Mermaid Moon, when sea creatures can fly through the air! And this year, Merrin is finally old enough to join in. Together, she and Molly visit the Mermaid Moon festival, eat ice cream, and ride on a swing in Mollyâ ™s garden. But trouble arises when it is time for Merrin to leave. If she doesnâ ™t get back home before the moon sets, the Mermaid Moon magic will disappear from the earth forever...In this magical picture book perfect for all young mermaid lovers, two best friends â “ one who lives on land, the other in the water â “ share an exciting adventure on the night of the Mermaid Moon: the one time each year mermaids can leave the sea.

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Sunday Times Bestselling author of The Traitor of Colditz Robert Verkaik reveals the incredible never-before-told story of the role played by the Cambridge Spies in the British defeat at Arnhem A breath-taking review of WWII s greatest betrayal and the moment that changed history forever. Sunday Post A bombshell book. Daily Mail Original, thought-provoking and exceedingly well written. Robert Kershaw Sensational. Daily Express Robert Verkaik s best book yet, a testament to his investigative skills, journalistic nous for a compelling story, and impressive understanding of the spy world. Richard Kerbaj***The end of the Second World War is in sight.Following the overwhelming victory on D-Day, Churchill, Roosevelt and Stalin all seek to shape the global future to their own ends and win the race to Berlin.The British launch Operation Market Garden, the greatest airborne operation the world has ever seen. It is a bold roll of the dice, which, if successful, will end the war in weeks. But behind the scenes, spies are working, and plans are betrayed, the operation fails and thousands of Allied soldiers die.The Traitor of Arnhem tells a never-before-told story of this iconic operation, and of the very different figures working in secret to cause the catastrophic defeat. One traitor a terrifying giant of a man, a supposed hero of the resistance who sent hundreds of fellow freedom fighters to torture and death, the other an aristocrat and an English gentleman, working from inside the heart of the Allied war effort in London. Both of them working for the Russians.Drawn from unseen records and shedding fresh light on the operation and the spies responsible for its failure, this is an incredible account of the battle that would go on to shape the twentieth century.*** Breathtaking. Sunday Post This history book serves as a powerful and timely reminder of how the failure to tackle Joseph Stalin s threat to the West at the end of World War 2 has forced the free world to face up to the aggression of Vladimir Putin today. Bill Browder, author of Red Notice and Freezing Order Excellent ... a remarkable answer through considerable research to the vexed question: why were the Nazis unexpectedly lying in wait? The Jewish Chronicle The strongest point of the book is the story about Josephine . We will probably never be sure who Josephine was, if it even was a person, but... Robert proves the case as far as circumstantial evidence allows one. Bob de Graaff, Holland s foremost expert on intelligence and the official historian of the Dutch intelligence services. I have not read such a convincing portrayal of the German intelligence war in Holland ... A worthwhile read. Robert Kershaw, author of It Never Snow In September

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Mistreated for being mixed-race and forced into hard labour at a workhouse in West Hoboken, New Jersey, young Max and Molly are ordinary orphans - or so they think. That is, until a wise old man hears their last name: M Chawi. Rattled by this realization, he sends them off on a journey that will uncover the secret behind their mystic lineage and give them purpose and power far from home - on the Moon! There, they encounter the Moon s fantastic inhabitants: the Sky Pirates and their merciless Queen Melissa; the Groos, blue primates and genius mechanics - literal grease monkeys - and their robot protector, Moma Machina; and a kingdom of singing spiders giant enough to eat a man. Looks can be deceiving, and those who first appear frightening can turn out to be allies, and even friends. Take Prince Grakko, pampered heir-apparent to the Bat-People. The Moon is a land locked in constant battle. Races live in fear and ignorance of one another. To make matters worse, the siblings getaway isn t as clean as they d hoped, and the Earth Queen s Grand Inquisitor is hot on their trail. Armed with a bejewelled dagger, pendant, and pure hearts, Max and Molly must unite the denizens of the Moon under a common cause, before humanity s folly reduces their world to rubble. Equal parts Jules Verne and Bone, The Moon Prince is a star-spanning, page-turning epic for the ages.

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Set fifteen years after the seismic events of Brilliance of the Moon, The Harsh Cry of the Heron is an elegiac and bittersweet successor to the bestselling series by Lian Hearn, Tales of the Otori.Their realm is held in balance by their union . . . Break that union and the Three Countries will fall apart.Otori Takeo and Kaede have ruled the Three Countries peacefully for over sixteen years, following the events laid out in the epic Tales of the Otori. They have three daughters: Shigeko, fifteen years old and heir to the Otori, and Maya and Miki, thirteen-year-old twins who have inherited the supernatural skills of their father. Kaede knows nothing of the prophecy that Takeo will die at the hands of his son and longs to give him a male child. Nor does she know of the boy he fathered sixteen years ago â “ a boy whose heart is filled with hatred and whose skills as a Ghostmaster give him the power to incite the dead.Takeo is determined that clan conflicts will never again ravage the Three Countries, but warriors are born to fight: the warlord Arai Zenko has deadly ambitions, the Emperor himself has challenged Takeoâ ™s rule and, despite a delicate truce between the deadly Tribe and the Otori, revenge still eats at the heart of renegade leader Kikuta Akio . . .Against these gathering threats Takeo draws strength from his love for Kaede, but even this is not beyond the reach of their enemies . . .

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It s field trip day, and students are excited to travel on their yellow spaceship bus from their space station to the moon in this wordless picture book.An ALA Notable Children s BookA Golden Duck Notable Picture BookClimb aboard the spaceship bus for a fantastic field trip adventure to the moon!Once their bright yellow ship lands, students debark and set out with their teacher to explore. They jump over trenches and see craters and mountains on the moon s surface and even Earth in the faraway distance.But when one student takes a break to draw some pictures and falls asleep, they wake up to discover that the rest of the class and the spaceship are gone. How the student passes the time waiting to be rescued makes for a funny and unexpected adventure that will enchant children all over the galaxy.With rich atmospheric art, John Hare s wordless picture book invites children to imagine themselves in the story--a story full of surprises including some friendly space creatures. A perfect complement to discussions and lessons on the moon landing.Don t miss Field Trip to the Ocean Deep, another wordless adventure! Recipient of the Pied Piper Literary PrizeAn ILA-CBC Children s Choice!A Pennsylvania Center for the Book Baker s Dozen Selection!A School Library Journal Best Book of the YearA Horn Book Best Book of the YearA Bank Street Best Book of the Year - Outstanding MeritA Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

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Get ready for blast-off on an adventure to the moon! With stunning original artwork by John Hare and charming text by bestselling and award-winning author Jeanne Willis, Field Trip to the Moon is a wonderfully witty story about exploration, creativity and making friends in the most unlikely places.Itâ ™s not every day you find yourself on a field trip to the moon, let alone stranded in outer space! But for one student thatâ ™s exactly what happens when her curiosity separates her from the rest of her class. Why wouldn t you take the opportunity to get your crayons out, look back and draw planet Earth? Alone on the moon, she sits down to draw. But could there be an even bigger surprise when she realizes sheâ ™s not alone? What would someone that lived on the moon even look like? Be prepared to find out what happens when you reach out to those that are different from us and greet them with an open pack of crayons!

Objev podobné jako Field Trip to the Moon - Willis Jeanne

The ancient Celts lived by and worshipped the moon. While modern, digital life is often at odds with nature â “ rubbing against it rather than working in harmony with it â “ is there something to be said for embracing this ancient way of being and reconnecting to the moonâ ™s natural calendar?Januaryâ ™s Quiet Moon reflects an air of melancholy, illuminating a midwinter of quiet menace; it was the time of the Dark Days for the ancient Celts, when the natural world balanced on a knife edge. By May, the Bright Moon brings happiness as time slows, mayflies cloud and elderflowers cascade. Nature approaches her peak during a summer of short nights and bright days â “ this was when the ancient Celts claimed their wives and celebrated Lugnasad. With the descent into winter comes the sadness of Decemberâ ™s Cold Moon. Trees stand bare and creatures shiver their way to shelter as the Dark Days creep in once more and the cycle restarts.In The Quiet Moon, Kevin Parr discovers that a year of moons has much to teach us about how to live in the world that surrounds us â “ and how being more in tune to the rhythms of nature, even in the cold and dark, can help ease the suffering mind.

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An indispensable handbook about monospaced typefaces with the relevant cultural-historical background, a variety of convincing applications and extensive typeface collection accompanied by all needed facts and information.Monospaced fonts originate from the typewriter and are characterized by the peculiarity that all letters, digits and characters have the same width. Mono is the new Black discusses the function and aesthetics of this unique kind of typeface and deals with its cult status in the (mainly young) design scene. The aim of the handbook is to inform and inspire typographers, typeface developers, designers, as well as readers interested in culture in general with facts, analyses, expert positions, practical examples, and a comprehensive font collection.In a cultural-historical outline, the author first presents the historical aspects of this typeface and shows how closely intertwined type, technical progress, and social development are. In the middle section, he presents a selection of examples of the work of globally active designers and agencies with a focus on the many possible applications. The final section is a script compendium that provides a clear overview of 175 monospaced fonts and shows the changes that these distinctive monospaced fonts have undergone, from machine type to entirely digitally developed coding fonts.

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Once, there were two best friends. One was from the sea, a mermaid named Merrin, and one was from the land, a human named Molly.Merrin has never been to Mollyâ ™s house; how can she visit when she is a mermaid, and has to stay underwater? But then comes the night of the Mermaid Moon, when sea creatures can fly through the air! And this year, Merrin is finally old enough to join in. Together, she and Molly visit the Mermaid Moon festival, eat ice cream, and ride on a swing in Mollyâ ™s garden. But trouble arises when it is time for Merrin to leave. If she doesnâ ™t get back home before the moon sets, the Mermaid Moon magic will disappear from the earth forever...In this magical picture book perfect for all young mermaid lovers, two best friends â “ one who lives on land, the other in the water â “ share an exciting adventure on the night of the Mermaid Moon: the one time each year mermaids can leave the sea.

Objev podobné jako The Mermaid Moon - Briony May Smith

One minute, down-and-out actor Lorenzo Smythe was - as usual - in a bar, drinking away his troubles as he watched his career go down the tubes. Then a space pilot bought him a drink, and the next thing Smythe knew, he was shanghaied to Mars.Suddenly he found himself agreeing to the most difficult role of his career: impersonating an important politician who had been kidnapped. Peace with the Martians was at stake - failure to pull off the act could result in interplanetary war. And Smythe s own life was on the line - for if he wasn t assassinated, there was always the possibility that he might be trapped in his new role forever!

Objev podobné jako Double Star - Robert A. Heinlein

Hudební CD - The Dark Side Of The Moon", jedno z nejvlivnějších alb poslední poloviny 20. století The Dark Side Of The Moon", jedno z nejvlivnějších alb poslední poloviny 20. století. Album bylo částečně vytvořeno během živých koncertů a kapela měla premiéru své první verze v Rainbow Theatre v Londýně, měsíce před začátkem nahrávání. 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' je osmé studiové album Pink Floyd a vyšlo 1. a 16. března 1973 v USA a v Evropě. 'The Dark Side Of The Moon - Live At Wembley Empire Pool, London, 1974' byla nahrána v Empire Pool, Wembley, Londýn, v listopadu 1974. Rok vydání 2023 Seznam stop CD Speak To Me / Breathe (In The Air) / On The Run / Time / The Great Gig In The Sky / Money / Us and Them / Any Colour You Like / Brain Damage / Eclipse

Objev podobné jako Pink Floyd: Dark Side Of The Moon / Live At Wembley 1974 - CD (9029620365)

LP vinyl - The Dark Side Of The Moon", jedno z nejvlivnějších alb poslední poloviny 20. století The Dark Side Of The Moon", jedno z nejvlivnějších alb poslední poloviny 20. století. Album bylo částečně vytvořeno během živých koncertů a kapela měla premiéru své první verze v Rainbow Theatre v Londýně, měsíce před začátkem nahrávání. 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' je osmé studiové album Pink Floyd a vyšlo 1. a 16. března 1973 v USA a v Evropě. 'The Dark Side Of The Moon - Live At Wembley Empire Pool, London, 1974' byla nahrána v Empire Pool, Wembley, Londýn, v listopadu 1974. Rok vydání 2023 Seznam stop A Side Speak To Me / Breathe (In The Air) / On The Run / Time / The Great Gig In The Sky B Side Money / Us and Them / Any Colour You Like / Brain Damage / Eclipse

Objev podobné jako Pink Floyd: Dark Side Of The Moon / Live At Wembley 1974 - LP (9029620366)

One of the most iconic characters in children⠙s literatureHergé⠙s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most recognisable characters in children⠙s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world⠙s most famous travelling reporter struggles to keep his feet on the ground as his adventures take him to the moon!Following on from the events of Destination Moon, Tintin finds himself in a rocket on a collision course with the moon. And with Snowy the dog, Captain Haddock, Professor Calculus and the Thompson twins aboard, things quickly spiral further and further out of control.Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson in 2011.The Adventures of Tintin continue to charm more than 90 years after they first found their way into publication. Since then more than 230 million copies have been sold, proving that comic books have the same power to entertain children and adults in the 21st century as they did in the early 20th.Hergé (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.Have you collected all the graphic novel adventures?Tintin in the Land of the SovietsTintin in AmericaTintin: Cigars of the PharaohTintin: The Blue LotusTintin: The Broken EarTintin: The Black IslandTintin: King Ottakar⠙s SceptreTintin: The Crab with the Golden ClawsTintin: The Shooting StarTintin: The Secret of the UnicornTintin: Red Rackham⠙s TreasureTintin: The Seven Crystal BallsTintin: Prisoners of the SunTintin: Land of Black GoldTintin: Destination MoonTintin: Explorers of the MoonTintin: The Calculus AffairTintin: The Red Sea SharksTintin in TibetTintin: The Castafiore EmeraldTintin: Flight 714 to SydneyThe Adventures of Tintin and the PicarosTintin and Alph-Art

Objev podobné jako Explorers on the Moon - Herge

In the second book in Melissa de la Cruz’s wacky new middle grade adventure series, the Octos find themselves on a mission to the moon. Which might not be made out of cheese after all.After discovering in book one that they had every reason to feel a little bit different than their peers, Edwin Edgefield and the rest of his alien-on-earth crew are primed and ready to learn all they can about their home planet. Unfortunately, that planet has been destroyed, and the one person who can help them find out where they came from—Maureen (yuck)—has no intention of helping. In fact, she has just taken off in a rocket ship bound for the moon, where the enemy Yaks awaits with a new version of her planet-destroying machine, this time aimed at earth.It will take every bit of Edwin, Julie, Kimmy and Dilip’s super abilities—both mental and physical—to stop Maureen this time. Can they pass through the gauntlet of tests Maureen has set for them and infiltrate the Yaks’ secret moon base before the bad guys can power up their earth-blaster, or will Maureen and the Yaks succeed in their vengeful mission?Grab a moon pie and cuddle up with this unputdownable sequel to the book PW called “energetic” “fast-paced” and “imaginative!”

Objev podobné jako The Super-Secret Mission to the Center of the Moon (Pie) - Melissa de la Cruz

This luxurious hardback compendium showcases the very best of the cosmic horror genre through 10 classic tales, beautifully presented with gilded page edges, patterned endpapers and cover embossing.The Necronomicon is a fictional book of dark magic that appears in several of H. P. Lovecraft s stories. With its ancient evils and long-forgotten secrets, it symbolizes the essence of cosmic horror that is at the heart of Lovecraft s fiction. His tales of tentacled Elder Gods, nightmarish visions, and creeping insanity helped create the horror genre as we know it.This anthology brings together tales from H.P. Lovecraft and his fellow writers of the weird , including Arthur Machen, Robert W. Chambers, and Lafeadio Hearn. Whether telling of the emergence of a tentacled alien being in The Call of Cthulhu or the sinister discovery of secrets in The Black Seal, the stories found here are the stuff of nightmares.Includes:• The History of the Necronomicon by H. P. Lovecraft• The Haunter of the Ring by Robert E. Howard• Nightmare-Touch by Lafcadio Hearn• The Mask by Robert W. ChambersPart of the Arcturus Gilded Classics series, this edition is features deluxe gilded page edges, silver cover embossing and ivory pages, evoking the ancient treasury of forbidden knowledge that was Lovecraft s Necronomicon.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibilin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.

Objev podobné jako The Necronomicon - Robert E. Howard, Hearn Lafcadio, Robert W. Chambers, Arthur Machen, Howard P. Lovecraft

Emilio and Abuelo: two adventurers off to see the moon!Emilio loves spending vacations out in the forest at his abuelo’s house. The woods are mysterious, and Abuelo and Emilio can dine outside by the light of a lantern every night. And then, best of all, Abuelo tells his fantastical stories! One night, when there’s a full moon, Abuelo suggests they go and meet the moon. At first, Emilio isn’t sure he’s serious—but Abuelo is a true adventurer! And so the two, boy and grandfather, set off on their mission. But what creatures might await them in the forest? And will they really get to see the moon?

Objev podobné jako How To Reach the Moon - Nicolas Schuff

One of the most iconic characters in children⠙s literatureHergé⠙s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most recognisable characters in children⠙s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world⠙s most famous travelling reporter struggles to keep his feet on the ground as his adventures take him to the moon!Following on from the events of Destination Moon, Tintin finds himself in a rocket on a collision course with the moon. And with Snowy the dog, Captain Haddock, Professor Calculus and the Thompson twins aboard, things quickly spiral further and further out of control.Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson in 2011.The Adventures of Tintin continue to charm more than 90 years after they first found their way into publication. Since then more than 230 million copies have been sold, proving that comic books have the same power to entertain children and adults in the 21st century as they did in the early 20th.Hergé (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.Have you collected all the graphic novel adventures?Tintin in the Land of the SovietsTintin in AmericaTintin: Cigars of the PharaohTintin: The Blue LotusTintin: The Broken EarTintin: The Black IslandTintin: King Ottakar⠙s SceptreTintin: The Crab with the Golden ClawsTintin: The Shooting StarTintin: The Secret of the UnicornTintin: Red Rackham⠙s TreasureTintin: The Seven Crystal BallsTintin: Prisoners of the SunTintin: Land of Black GoldTintin: Destination MoonTintin: Explorers of the MoonTintin: The Calculus AffairTintin: The Red Sea SharksTintin in TibetTintin: The Castafiore EmeraldTintin: Flight 714 to SydneyThe Adventures of Tintin and the PicarosTintin and Alph-Art

Objev podobné jako Explorers on the Moon - Herge