the saga of the volsungs

The Saga of the Volsungs

Part of a new series Legends from the Ancient North, The Saga of the Volsungs is one of the classic books that influenced JRR Tolkien''s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings''They summoned their friends, readiedtheir horses, and prepared their helmets,shields, swords, coats of mail'' J.R.R. Tolkien spent much of his life studying, translating and teaching the great epic stories of northern Europe, filled with heroes, dragons, trolls, dwarves and magic. He was hugely influential for his advocacy of Beowulf as a great work of literature and, even if he had never written The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, would be recognised today as a significant figure in the rediscovery of these extraordinary tales.Legends from the Ancient North brings together from Penguin Classics five of the key works behind Tolkien''s fiction.They are startling, brutal, strange pieces of writing, with an elemental power brilliantly preserved in these translations.They plunge the reader into a world of treachery, quests, chivalry, trials of strength.They are the most ancient narratives that exist from northern Europe and bring us as near as we will ever get to the origins of the magical landscape of Middle-earth (Midgard) which Tolkien remade in the 20th century.

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The Saga of the Earls of Orkney

This is a new, readable and more accurate translation of the saga formerly known as Orkneyinga saga. The introduction outlines the literary and historical focus of the Saga, and for the first time, those with no knowledge of Old Norse can access all the relevant textual evidence for this saga and enjoy its colourful stories and lively poetry.

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Agatha Harkness: The Saga of The Salem Witch - Stan Lee, Wein Len, Doug Moench

Learn about the history of Agatha Harkness, the mysterious and powerful witch breakout star of Marvel Studios'' Wandavision! When Reed and Sue Richards of the Fantastic Four hire a new nanny for their son, Franklin, they get more than they bargained for in the form of Agatha Harkness - a powerful witch capable of holding her own against the Frightful Four! But Agatha''s son, the warlock Nicholas Scratch, may prove to be one of the FF''s deadliest foes! Agatha takes the Scarlet Witch under her mystical wing - but the sorceress hides a terrible secret. As a dark prophecy comes true and Earth is terrorized by apocalyptic new villains with horrifying powers, a specialist team of heroes will form to wage mystical war: Magik, Wolverine, Blade, Spirit Rider and Nico Minoru! And the saga of these Midnight Suns will transform Agatha in unexpected ways! Collecting: Fantastic Four (1961) 94, 185-186, 222-223; Avengers (1963) 128; Midnight Suns (2022) 1-5.

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The Midcoast - Adam White

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • “Propulsive . . . An absorbing look at small-town Maine and the thwarted dreams of a family trying to transcend it.”—Lee Cole, The New York Times (Editors’ Choice)“I tore through the saga of the Thatch family in two nights. The Midcoast is a reader’s dream—tense, ominous, and deeply wise.”—David Benioff, co-creator of Game of ThronesFinalist for the New England Society Book Award • A CrimeReads Best Book of the YearIt’s spring in the tiny town of Damariscotta, a tourist haven on the coast of Maine known for its oysters and antiques. Andrew, a high school English teacher recently returned to the area, has brought his family to Ed and Steph Thatch’s sprawling riverside estate to attend a reception for the Amherst women’s lacrosse team. Back when they were all teenagers, Andrew never could have predicted that Ed, descended from a long line of lobstermen, or Steph, a decent student until she dropped out to start a family, would ever send a daughter to a place like Amherst. But so the tides have turned, and Andrew’s trying hard to admire, more than envy, the view from Ed’s rolling backyard meadow.  As Andrew wanders through the Thatches’ house, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Authority Omnibus Vol. 2

The saga of The Authority continues, in this massive hardcover collection featuring key stories of the hard-edged superhero team from comics superstars Ed Brubaker, Garth Ennis, and more!With The Authority set to make their live-action debut in an upcoming DC Studios film, readers can delve deep into their comic book adventures with a second omnibus collection featuring their latter-day exploits! In acclaimed The Authority Revolution stories from writer Ed Brubaker and artist Dustin Nguyen, the Authority has settled into its role as governing body of the United States. The other major world powers have adjusted to the regime change and are slowly coming to terms with what that means for the future. But many Americans are unhappy to lose their inalienable rights. Can a second American Revolution be far behind?Plus, writer Robbie Morrison and artist Dwayne Turner take the reins in the second chapter of The Authority! High above the planet, aboard a 50-mile-wide alien vessel, The Authority —seven awesomely powerful meta-humans—act as bouncers for the Earth. If you threaten the life and liberty of its inhabitants, they''ll get nasty in the pursuit of your blood. The Authority Omnibus Vol. 2 also includes two encounters with infamous DC bounty hunter ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Soul Eater Not!: The Perfect Edition 01 - Atsushi Ohkubo

Experience the fun-filled, action-packed spin-off to Atsushi Ohkubo''s global hit with this all-new, deluxe collector''s edition! The birds are chirping, the sun is laughing... It''s a beautiful day in Death City, Nevada, and fourteen-year-old Tsugumi Harudori is off to enroll at Death Weapon Meister Academy! But before she can become a rich and famous hero, she''ll have to find a trusty partner (or two) who can wield her! The saga of the Meisters and their Weapons takes on a whole new look in the gorgeous Soul Eater NOT!: The Perfect Edition! Dive into Tsugumi, Meme, and Anya''s adventures in a unique larger format on high-end paper stock that maximizes the dynamic art of the series! Each volume of this deluxe omnibus edition of the megahit manga includes the content of approximately 1 1/2 original volumes, the original colour pages, an updated translation and lettering, and to top it all off, brand-new cover art drawn by creator Atsushi Ohkubo himself!

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The Vinland Sagas - Leifur Eiricksson

The Saga of the Greenlanders and Eirik the Red’s Saga contain the first ever descriptions of North America, a bountiful land of grapes and vines, discovered by Vikings five centuries before Christopher Columbus. Written down in the early thirteenth century, they recount the Icelandic settlement of Greenland by Eirik the Red, the chance discovery by seafaring adventurers of a mysterious new land, and Eirik’s son Leif the Lucky’s perilous voyages to explore it. Wrecked by storms, stricken by disease and plagued by navigational mishaps, some survived the North Atlantic to pass down this compelling tale of the first Europeans to talk with, trade with, and war with the Native Americans.

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Avengers Epic Collection: The Gathering - Roy Thomas, Bob Harras, Glenn Herdling

The saga of the Gatherers continue as the Avengers team up with the X-Men! Bloodties and betrayal! As the epic saga of the Gatherers approaches its climax, Earth''s Mightiest Heroes collide with the Children of the Atom! When the Acolytes'' leader Fabian Cortez kidnaps Luna, daughter of Quicksilver and Crystal, as part of his power struggle with Exodus, the Avengers are drawn into a Genoshan civil war alongside the X-Men! Then, the Avengers face Ghaur and the Deviants! But nothing can prepare them for the shocking truth about the scheming Proctor and his multiversal Gatherers! What will the explosive climax of Proctor''s interdimensional plan mean for Black Knight and the volatile Eternal Sersi? Plus: What feelings stir within the Vision? And the immortal Hercules is targeted for death! Collecting: Avengers (1963) 367-377, Avengers Annual (1967) 23, X-Men (1991) 26, Avengers West Coast (1989) 101, Uncanny X-Men (1981) 307, Avengers Log (1994) 1

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Soul Eater Not!: The Perfect Edition 02 - Atsushi Ohkubo

Experience the fun-filled, action-packed spin-off to Atsushi Ohkubo''s global hit with this all-new, deluxe collector''s edition! Tsugumi and her pair of potential partners enjoy a girls'' day out at the local Death Bazaar... until Eternal Feather, their friend and mentor, begins to attack innocent shoppers! Who is the mysterious witch behind the recent string of violent outbursts? And what is she plotting for Halloween, when Tsugumi must choose either Meme or Anya to be her official Meister? The saga of the Meisters and their Weapons takes on a whole new look in the gorgeous Soul Eater NOT!: The Perfect Edition! Dive into Tsugumi, Meme, and Anya''s adventures in a unique larger format on high-end paper stock that maximizes the dynamic art of the series! Each volume of this deluxe omnibus edition of the megahit manga includes the content of approximately 1 1/2 original volumes, the original colour pages, an updated translation and lettering, and to top it all off, brand-new cover art drawn by creator Atsushi Ohkubo himself!

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Locke & Key: The Golden Age - Joe Hill, Gabriel Rodriguez

The beloved graphic novel series turned Netflix hit continues! Take a trip through the past and unlock moments from Keyhouse''s long history that expand the saga of the Locke family in this collection of stories including the crossover with Neil Gaiman''s Sandman Universe!Contains three prequel short stories, "Small World," "Open the Moon," and, collected for the first time, "Face the Music," leading into the gut-wrenching tour de force that begins with ...In Pale Battalions Go... and culminates with the Sandman Universe crossover Hell & Gone. Each of these individual stories takes a glimpse into the lives of the Locke family ancestors from the early 20th century as they use the keys to fight battles big and small. From the killing fields of Europe during WWI to the depths of Hell, the Lockes struggle desperately to keep the dark forces of their world at bay.

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The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet (1473619815)

Román vypráví příběh Rosemary Harper, která se připojí k posádce lodi Wayfarer. Posádce je nabídnuta jedinečná příležitost vybudovat hyperspace tunel na vzdálenou planetu. V těsném prostoru vesmírné lodi se postupně odhalují tajemství jednotlivých členů posádky.

  • Brožovaná vazba s matným přebalem
  • Rozsah 432 stran pro ponoření se do příběhu
  • Originální anglický text pro autentický zážitek
  • Přístupná cena díky brožované verzi

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Soul Eater: The Perfect Edition 1 - Atsushi Ohkubo

Experience the quirky, action-packed adventures of Maka and Soul Eater like never before, with this all-new, deluxe collector's edition to celebrate Atsushi Ohkubo's global hit!!The saga of the Meisters and their Weapons takes on a whole new look in the gorgeous Soul Eater: Perfect Edition! Dive into Maka and Soul's adventures in a unique larger format on high-end paper stock that maximizes the dynamic art of the series! Each volume of this deluxe omnibus edition of the megahit manga includes the content of approximately 11/2 original volumes, the original color pages, an updated translation and lettering, and to top it all off, brand-new cover art drawn by creator Atsushi Ohkubo himself!

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Soul Eater: The Perfect Edition 4 - Ohkubo

Experience the quirky, action-packed adventures of Maka and Soul Eater like never before, with this all-new, deluxe collector''s edition to celebrate Atsushi Ohkubo''s global hit! The saga of the Meisters and their Weapons takes on a whole new look in the gorgeous SOUL EATER: PERFECT EDITION! Dive into Maka and Soul''s adventures in a unique larger format on high-end paper stock that maximizes the dynamic art of the series! Each volume of this deluxe omnibus edition of the megahit manga includes the content of approximately 1Ã original volumes, the original colour pages, an updated translation and lettering, and to top it all off, brand-new cover art drawn by creator Atsushi Ohkubo himself!

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Soul Eater: The Perfect Edition 11 - Ohkubo

Experience the quirky, action-packed adventures of Maka and Soul Eater like never before, with this all-new, deluxe collector''s edition to celebrate Atsushi Ohkubo''s global hit! As members of DWMA''s new Spartoi unit of two-star Weapons and Meisters, Maka and Soul are now training to harness their newly-unlocked potential. But Maka''s powers have put a target on her back - Noah and his agents want her Soul Perception abilities for themselves! The saga of the Meisters and their Weapons takes on a whole new look in the gorgeous SOUL EATER: PERFECT EDITION! Dive into Maka and Soul''s adventures in a unique larger format on high-end paper stock that maximises the dynamic art of the series! Each volume of this deluxe omnibus edition of the megahit manga includes the content of approximately 1 1/2 original volumes, the original colour pages, an updated translation and lettering, and to top it all off, brand-new cover art drawn by creator Atsushi Ohkubo himself!

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The Saga of King Heidrek the Wise - Christopher Tolkien

Christopher Tolkien’s masterly translation of the Icelandic Heidrek’s Saga, including the dramatic Battle of the Goths and the Huns, the lyrical Waking of Angantyr, and the unique riddle-contest between King Heidrek and the god Odin.Heidrek’s Saga is a medieval entertainment – a ‘romance’, but a romance that derives little of its matter from the literature of France or Germany. It is an example of a kind of story-telling that was flourishing in Iceland by the beginning of the twelfth century, and which (in contrast to the more celebrated ‘Sagas of the Icelanders’) told of legendary figures whose origins lie far back in time beyond the settlement of the country.The elements of the story, diverse in age and atmosphere, are unified in the theme of a possession bearing an ancestral curse, as it passes down the generations; but the saga’s peculiar value lies in the older poems which the unknown author set into the framework of his narrative, including The Battle of the Goths and the Huns, perhaps the oldest of all the Northern heroic lays, The Waking of Angantyr, source of many eighteenth-century ‘Gothic Odes’, and the unique riddle-contest between King Heidrek and the god Odin in disguise.Translated from the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Marvel Studios' The Infinity Saga - Spider-Man: Homecoming - The Art of the Movie - Eleni Roussos

The official art book for the movie Spider-Man: Homecoming, the 15th title reissue of the 24-book Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga series published as a resized matching set.The 15th of the 24 Marvel Cinematic Universe Infinity Saga film titles being published as a complete set.Fresh off the heels of his first adventure with the Avengers in Marvel Studios’ Captain America: Civil War, Peter Parker is back in action! With a mentor like Tony Stark—a.k.a. Iron Man—it looks like Spider-Man''s about to hit the big time. But New York’s newest villain has other plans. Go behind the scenes in this keepsake volume continuing the Marvel Infinity Saga series! Discover exclusive concept art, production stills and commentary from cast and crew as Marvel Studios brings Spider-Man into the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe!Discover everything you need to know about the making of the movie from all the key players—including Director Jon Watts, Head of Visual Development Ryan Meinerding, Producer and Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige, and the talented cast, concept illustrators, costume designers, and other talented individuals who worked on the set and behind the scenes to create the art of Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: Homecoming.

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Marvel Studios' The Infinity Saga - The Avengers: The Art of the Movie - Jason Surrell

The official art book for the movie Marvel’s The Avengers, the 5th title reissue of the 24-book Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga series published as a resized matching set.The 5th of the 24 Marvel Cinematic Universe Infinity Saga film titles being published as a complete set.Packed with exclusive content, this lavishly illustrated coffee table book takes readers behind the scenes of one of the most eagerly anticipated films of all time. Be prepared for an experiential journey through the entire film from beginning to end—featuring stunning concept art, full-color photographs from the set, as well as the finished film, and excerpts from the script and exclusive interviews with the cast and crew.Here is everything you need to know about the making of the movie from all the key players—including writer/director Joss Whedon, producer Kevin Feige, all the talented individuals who worked on the set and behind the scenes to create the art of Marvel’s The Avengers, and, of course, the Avengers themselves.

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Marvel Studios' The Infinity Saga - Avengers: Age of Ultron: The Art of the Movie - Jacob Johnston

The official art book for the movie Avengers: Age of Ultron, the 10th title reissue of the 24-book Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga series published as a resized matching set.The 10th of the 24 Marvel Cinematic Universe Infinity Saga film titles being published as a complete set.This lavishly illustrated coffee table book takes readers behind the scenes of the global blockbuster. Go around the world with the Avengers in page after page of stunning concept art, production design, visual effects, revealing set photography and commentary from cast and crew.Here is everything you need to know about the blockbuster film from its key players, including director Joss Whedon, executive producer Victoria Alonso, and producer Kevin Feige, along with the talented concept illustrators and storyboard artists who worked on the set and behind the scenes to create the art of Avengers: Age of Ultron.

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Marvel Studios' The Infinity Saga - Thor: Ragnarok - The Art of the Movie - Eleni Roussos

The official art book for the movie Thor: Ragnarok, the 16th title reissue of the 24-book Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga series published as a resized matching set.The 16th of the 24 Marvel Cinematic Universe Infinity Saga film titles being published as a complete set.Thor’s sister Hela, the all-powerful Goddess of Death, threatens the destruction of Asgard, but Thor is trapped on the other side of the universe and must race against time to save his civilization. Featuring exclusive concept artwork, behind-the-scenes photographs, production stills, and in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, this deluxe volume provides insider details about the making of the film.Discover everything you need to know about the making of the movie from all the key players—including Director Taika Waititi, Visual Development Supervisor Andy Park, Visual Effects Supervisor Jake Morrison, the talented cast, concept artists, and other talented individuals who worked on the set and behind the scenes to create the art of Marvel Studios’ Thor: Ragnarok.

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Marvel Studios' The Infinity Saga - Captain America: Civil War: The Art of the Movie - Jacob Johnston

The official art book for the movie Captain America: Civil War, the 12th title reissue of the 24-book Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga series published as a resized matching set.The 12th of the 24 Marvel Cinematic Universe Infinity Saga film titles being published as a complete set.Picking up where the blockbuster hit Avengers: Age of Ultron left off, Captain America: Civil War sees Steve Rogers leading the new team of Avengers in their continued efforts to safeguard humanity. Filled with exclusive concept art, production stills, and commentary from cast and crew, this book is a prize for any fan.Here is everything you need to know about the making of the movie from all the key players—including returning directors Anthony and Joe Russo, and producer Kevin Feige, along with all the talented special-effects gurus, concept illustrators, visual-effects designers, and storyboard artists who worked on the set and behind the scenes to create the art of Captain America: Civil War.

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Marvel Studios' The Infinity Saga - Ant-Man: The Art of the Movie - Jacob Johnston

The official art book for the movie Ant-Man, the 11th title reissue of the 24-book Marvel Studios'' The Infinity Saga series published as a resized matching set.The 11th of the 24 Marvel Cinematic Universe Infinity Saga film titles being published as a complete set.This lavishly illustrated coffee table book showcases the creativity of MarvelÂ’s talented filmmakers. Be prepared for an experiential journey through the entire film, with stunning concept art and interviews with the cast and crew.Here is everything you need to know about the blockbuster film from its key players, including director Peyton Reed, executive producer Brad Winderbaum, and executive producer Kevin Feige, along with the talented concept illustrators and storyboard artists who worked on the set and behind the scenes to create the art of Ant-Man.

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The Shadow of the Northern Lights - Satu Rämö

THE THRILLING THIRD BOOK IN THE HILDUR SERIES - available for pre-order now!As Christmas comes to the west cost of Iceland, a corpse is found in a fish farming pond. Detective Hildur Rúnarsdóttir and trainee Jakob Johanson barely have time to start their investigation before another body is discovered. And soon a third.While investigating the case, Hildur's lost sister weighs heavy on her mind. Meanwhile, Jakob travels to Finland for the hearing of his fraught custody battle, that leaves him facing dire consequences. As the number of deaths continues to grow, Hildur and Jakob are desperate to catch the killer before they strike again.Translated by Kristian London Praise for Satu Rämö:'Satu Rämö's Hildur series is a wildly successful publishing phenomenon that has put the genre of "Nordic blue" on Europe's literary map' The Guardian'Atmospheric and startlingly original' Sunday Times'Hildur Rúnarsdóttir, a police detective who surfs the icy waters of Iceland, barrels into the genre like a tsunami. This book must be read in one sitting' Max Seeck, NYT and Der Spiegel bestselling author'Rämö plans to continue Hildur's story, and if she does it as well as in this, her debut novel, she may become a significant new name in Nordic ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Saga of King Hrolf Kraki - Jesse Byock

Composed in medieval Iceland, Hrolf''s Saga is one of the greatest of all mythic-legendary sagas, relating half-fantastical events that were said to have occurred in fifth-century Denmark. It tells of the exploits of King Hrolf and of his famous champions, including Bodvar Bjarki, the ''bear-warrior'': a powerful figure whose might and bear-like nature are inspired by the same legendary heritage as Beowulf. Depicting a world of wizards, sorceresses and ''berserker'' fighters - originally members of a cult of Odin - this is a compelling tale of ancient magic. A work of timeless power and beauty, it offers both a treasury of Icelandic prose and a masterful gathering of epic, cultic memory, traditional folk tale and myths from the Viking age and far earlier.

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The Saga of Erik the Viking - Terry Jones

This is the tale of a Viking warrior by the name of Erik. But Erik is no ordinary Viking. With his trusty band of men he sets sail in search of the land where the sun goes at night - but he finds much more! The Sea Dragon, Dogfighters and giants combine to make his voyage a great saga of thrilling adventures.Written by Terry Jones, most famous for his membership of the Monty Python team, this is a wonderful tale, expertly spun, which won the Children's Book Award.

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Saga of the Swamp Thing Book Three - Alan Moore

Continuing the hardcover collections of Alan Moore''s award-winning run on THE SAGA OF THE SWAMP THING, this third volume is brimming with visceral horrors including underwater vampires, a werewolf with an unusual curse, the hideous madman called Nukeface. Best of all, this volume features the comics debut of John Constantine, Hellblazer, who launches Swamp Thing on a voyage of self-discovery that will take him from the darkest corners of America to the roots of his own long-hidden heritage.

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Saga of the Swamp Thing Book Four - Alan Moore

Continuing the hardcover collection of master comics writer Alan Moore’s award-winning run on The Saga of The Swamp Thing, this fourth volume brings Swamp Thing’s quest for self-discovery with the mystic John Constantine to its shattering conclusion. A harbinger of doom has been released with the sole charge of waking an evil beyond comprehension, and Swamp Thing, John Constantine, Deadman, The Phantom Stranger, Etrigan the Demon, The Spectre and other masters of the occult must unite against the dark forces that threaten to eradicate Heaven’s light.

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The Little Book of Cosmic Catastrophes (That Could End the World) - Dr Sara Webb

Explore all the possible ways that the world can end, astrophysically speaking. What, in the end, will signal the end of the world? It’s the question we all ponder, but what could actually happen? Our Earth is our tiny little haven in this chaotic universe, and it’s by sheer luck we are even here at all. The Little Book of Cosmic Catastrophes (That Could End the World) will explore a full breadth of astronomical conundrums, presenting complex ideas in bitesize, easy to digest segments in three parts. Part 1 breaks down exactly what makes Earth so special, the beginning of the universe, how everything we know could not have existed at all, the fate of the world if our sun was born a twin, and how Jupiter could have gone from our friend to our foe. Part 2 gets out heart pumping, pondering all the things that could, in theory, happen anytime. From asteroid attacks and rogue blackholes to deadly gamma ray bursts and alien invasions. We get the facts, everything from how stars die to statistically predicting the existence of aliens. Part 3 covers the inevitable, what the future of the Universe will bring. From how our sun will ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Book of the Most Precious Substance - Sara Gran

**Winner of the eDunnit Award for Crime ebook of the Year**Shortlisted for an LA Times Book Award, and a Daily Mail Book of the Year‘Deeply atmospheric. . . Combines intrigue, magic and antiquarian bookselling.’ Observer''A marvellous, magical novel'' Irish Times''Irresistible. . . A lavish, lush quest novel.’ LAUREN BEUKESRare book dealer Lily Albrecht has been given a tip-off about The Book of the Most Precious Substance, rumoured to be the most powerful occult book ever written. With some of the world’s wealthiest people willing to pay a fortune for it, she embarks on a journey from New York to New Orleans to Munich to Paris, knowing that it could also help erase the greatest tragedy of her life.But does the book really exist at all, or will Lily lose everything in search of a ghost?What readers are saying:***** ''Erotic, thrilling, and tense all the way through. There is nothing like this on the shelves.''***** ''Devilishly delightful. . . THE BEST TWIST ENDING of the year!!''***** ''I''m a bit obsessed with this book. . . it’s sexy and mysterious and cool, like nothing I’ve read before.''***** ''My only complaint is that I wanted more!''

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Saga of the Swamp Thing Book Two - Alan Moore

Created out of the Swamp by a freak accident, Swamp Thing is an elemental creature who uses the forces of nature and wisdom of the plant kingdom to fight the polluted world''s self-destruction. Alan Moore took the Swamp Thing to new heights in the 1980s with his unique narrative approach. His provocative and groundbreaking writing, combined with masterly artwork by some of the medium''s top artists, made Swamp Thing one of the great comics of the late twentieth century.In this second collection, The Swamp Thing says goodbye to the illusion of his own humanity after learning that he is 100% plant, meets a crew of benevolent alien invaders inspired by the classic comic strip Pogo (also set in the swamp), and consummates his relationship with Abigail Arcane as only he could.

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Leif the Unlucky Viking: Saga of the Shooting Star - Gary Northfield

An hilarious new illustrated chapter book series featuring the hapless adventures of Leif the Unlucky Viking wolf pup, from the creator of the hugely popular Julius Zebra books! Leif is not unlucky. Yes, he does split his trousers at least once a week. And yes, he''s always tripping up and falling down a hole. But he’s determined to become a true Viking hero, just like his dad. Can he unravel the riddles of a witch to find a magical shard of rock that has fallen from a shooting star and wield its mystical powers? He will have to journey deep into the heart of polar bear country, outwitting all kinds of mythological creatures along the way. Thankfully, he has Olaf, the annoying duck, Toki, the nincompoop Puffin, and Flora, the incredibly smelly Muskox, for company. He''s going to need all the luck he can get!

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The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 15 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Rochelle Gancio, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Emily Balistrieri, Chika Tojo

After surviving the hellish urban warfare in Arene, the members of the 203rd Battalion are ordered to move on to their next assignment-defending a tactical withdrawal of the entire army from the rear guard! They’ll be up against the brunt of the Republican Army, which now has a bone to pick with the hated Devil of the Rhine. The Republicans put up quite the fight in Arene, and the threat they pose is greater than ever before...

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Captain Marvel: The Saga of Monica Rambeau - Roger Stern

Monica Rambeau once held the name of Captain Marvel - and these are some of most iconic adventures! Before Carol Danvers took the name Captain Marvel, the mantle was held by Monica Rambeau! A police lieutenant with the remarkable power to transform into energy, Monica began as a reluctant super hero - but soon rose through the ranks to become field leader of the mighty Avengers! Now, witness Monica''s debut, her earliest encounters with Spider-Man and the Avengers, and an interdimensional team-up with Thanos'' brother Starfox! Monica clashes with Powderkeg and the Sons of the Serpent in little-seen solo tales... but what prompts her to give up the name of Captain Marvel, and evolve into the next phase of her heroic career? Collecting: Amazing Spider-Man Annual (1964) 16; Avengers (1963) 227, 279; Marvel Team-Up (1972) 142-143; Captain Marvel (1989) 1; Captain Marvel (1994) 1; Avengers Unplugged (1995) 5; material from Solo Avengers (1987) 2; Marvel Fanfare (1982) 42, 57

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Ironheart: The Saga of Riri Williams - Brian Michael Bendis

The rise of Riri Williams from genius student to armored superhero, written by comics legend Brian Michael Bendis. When tragedy befalls Tony Stark, a teen genius named Riri Williams develops her own invincible armor - and continues the heroic legacy of Iron Man! Riri may be destined to upgrade her tech and later join the Champions as Ironheart, but this is the shocking story of how her rise coincides with Stark''s fall! While Tony battles Madame Masque, fights alongside War Machine and Spider-Man, and deals with something rotten in the house of Stark, Riri forges her first armor and suits up - and her life will never be the same! As a revelation about Tony''s past sends him down a dark path and the events of CIVIL WAR II throw the Marvel Universe into turmoil, what exactly is Victor Von Doom up to amid the chaos? And can Riri survive her baptism of fire? Collecting: Invincible Iron (2015) 1-14

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The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 13 (light novel) - Carlo Zen, James Balzer, Shinobu Shinotsuki

The Federation’s Offensive—Rising Dawn. The Federation has been steadily preparing itself for the decisive battle. As the moment of truth rapidly approaches, the Empire which has long been on the offensive remains unaware of the threat. In these dire circumstances, only one person has noticed where everything is heading: Tanya. Zettour also refuses to simply watch and begins his grand plan to deceive the world. In the end, the one who will pull the trigger on this operation is a monster in the guise of a young girl...

Objev podobné jako The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 13 (light novel) - Carlo Zen, James Balzer, Shinobu Shinotsuki

The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 23 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

To give oneself over to the desire for victory, as all must do in war, is a sickness unto death.General Romel’s heroic exploits resulted in the replenishment of the Imperial Southern Continent Expeditionary Army Corps. Yet the Empire, intoxicated by its wins in the south, has neglected the growing ambitions of the Reds in the east, and it cannot feel the hateful stares of the world. But even with the whole world against her, Major Tanya von Degurechaff will march into hell if she must…

Objev podobné jako The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 23 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 5 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Bianca Pistillo, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Emily Balistrieri, Chika Tojo

As hinted at by Colonel Lergen''s "thoughtful" words of advice, an attack on Dacia has been ordered by the Empire, and the fearsome power of the new mage battalion is deployed. Determined to unleash the power of modernity upon the enemy, Tanya prepares her freshly polished human shields for an all-out battle...There''s no holding back with a resume-worthy achievement on the line...!!

Objev podobné jako The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 5 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Bianca Pistillo, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Emily Balistrieri, Chika Tojo

The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 17 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

The 203rd Battalion’s manned V-1 rocket assault, a mission that will determine the fate of the Empire, has thrown the François Republic’s headquarters into chaos—and Tanya, along with a company of her toughest elites, is right on its doorstep to finish the job. As the Commonwealth waffles over its next moves, lulled into complacency by the Empire’s retreat from the Rhine, General Zettour unveils the next phase of his devilishly brilliant strategy...

Objev podobné jako The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 17 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

The Executioner and Her Way of Life, Vol. 3 (manga) - Mato Sato, Nilitsu Nilitsu, Ryo Mitsuya

The ritual to kill Akari has begun, and everything is going smoothly. Menou believes this will finally be the end of the Otherworlder—until she receives word from Momo about Orwell’s betrayal. In the face of the archbishop’s intricately woven plan and the arsenal of taboo conjuring tools at her disposal, it seems Menou and the others won’t stand a chance. But perhaps the power in Akari is greater than even she herself realizes...

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The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 7 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Rochelle Gancio, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Emily Balistrieri, Chika Tojo

At last, the silver-tongued Tanya manages to thwart plans for a winter offensive and secures a path to the rear—not. Instead, an imperial order launches the dumbfounded Degurechaff into the freezing war abyss, where no amount of cursing can absolve her from her new duty. But just as White Silver begins to lose trust in the Empire, and unexpected ray of hope shines down upon her. Could things finally be looking up for the young major?!

Objev podobné jako The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 7 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Rochelle Gancio, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Emily Balistrieri, Chika Tojo

The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 13 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Rochelle Gancio, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Emily Balistrieri, Chika Tojo

When the Republican Army, led by Lieutenant Colonel Vianto, attacks the imperial supply base of Arene, the Empire’s top brass orders the 203rd to carry out an operation that Tanya herself proposed back in war college-the “Devil’s Protocol.” But what exactly are the fearsome contents of this ominously named plan...?

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The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 14 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Rochelle Gancio, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Emily Balistrieri, Chika Tojo

No one but “enemy combatants” in need of extermination remain in Arene, and the members of the 203rd are finally forced to carry out their merciless orders. As the Devil’s Protocol comes to fruition, resulting in mountains of corpses and a battlefield that indeed resembles Hell itself, what path will Lieutenant Grantz, tormented by his conscience, choose to take...?

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The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 12 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Rochelle Gancio, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Emily Balistrieri, Chika Tojo

When a great assassin is reborn in another world, he finds himself the heir to a long line of killers from the shadows. With both his modern-day knowledge and experience and the special magic and techniques of this new world, he could very well become the most unstoppable assassin in history…!

Objev podobné jako The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 12 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Rochelle Gancio, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Emily Balistrieri, Chika Tojo

The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 24 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

The Imperial Southern Continent Expeditionary Army Corps struggles under the reality of the shortage of manpower and supplies. The Imperial army’s weak spot has been exposed, and an experienced commander like de Lugo is quick to take advantage and pin them down. Driven into a corner, will Romel and Tanya be able to turn the desperate situation around!?

Objev podobné jako The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 24 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 21 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

The Empire has long watered its fields with conflict, but now they are in for a flood—Tanya’s predicted World War has come at last. The Imperial pursuit follows Republican forces-in-exile to the deserts of the Southern Continent…Another front could mean another yearslong quagmire and another vast sacrifice of human resources. Or if Tanya and Major General Romel have their way, it might mean a swift advance and one more continent conquered…

Objev podobné jako The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 21 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 25 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

The 203rd Battalion, led by Tanya, returns to the Imperial Capital after its fierce campaign against the remnants of Francois in the desert. Given their astounding achievements in the South, a vacation is certain! Or so Tanya thought. Instead, what awaits her is a smiling Colonel Lergen, and Major Uger with a rather grim expression...

Objev podobné jako The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 25 (manga) - Carlo Zen, Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo, Richard Tobin

Počátky českého mincovnictví / The Beginnings of the Bohemian Coinage - Jiří Lukas, Jan Videman

Ražba mince, jako základního platebního prostředku v rámci domácí i zahraniční směny, je v období raného středověku chápána jako jeden ze základních atributů státnosti. Otázkám spojeným se zahájením českého mincovnictví je věnována pozornost našich i zahraničních badatelů již bezmála 250 let. Hledání počátků ražby domácí mince připomíná detektivní příběh s množstvím indicií, ale jen s nepatrným množstvím přímých důkazů. Základním pramenem poznání nejen počátků českého mincovnictví, ale rovněž ekonomických procesů probíhajících v rámci širšího prostoru raně středověké střední Evropy, zůstávají, při nedostatku písemných pramenů, nálezy mincí. Ty jasně dokládají, že již před zaražením domácí mince byla v obchodním styku v Čechách využívána s rostoucí intenzitou mince cizí. V průběhu 9. století to byly denáry ražené v mincovnách karolínské říše, od počátku 10. století mince z bavorských mincoven. Jsou důkazem, že se Čechy postupně stávaly součástí širšího ekonomického prostoru západní Evropy. Je proto logické, že rostoucí moc přemyslovského státu a jeho politické a kulturní ukotvení vedly v určitém okamžiku vývoje k nutnosti zahájení ražby vlastní mince. Kniha Jiřího Lukase a Jana Videmana přináší nový pohled na užívání a funkci ražené mince v Čechách v průběhu 9. a 10. století a na základě prokazatelných skutečností odpovídá na otázky spojené se zaražením domácí ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Art of the Fold - Hedi Kyle, Ulla Warchol

"The influential artist Hedi Kyle and renowned architecture graduate Ulla Warchol shows you how to create their unique designs using folding techniques. From creating flag books and fishbones, to blizzards and nesting boxes, you''ll gain an invaluable insight into the work of two skilled artists with this fun read! With the help of their thorough instructions and simple illustrations, you''ll be on your way to becoming a pro paper crafter in no time at all" - Sew magazine"A wonderful insight into the work of a truly skilled artist" - PaperCrafterThe renowned and influential book artist Hedi Kyle shows you step-by-step how to create her unique designs using folding techniques in The Art of the Fold. Bookbinding and paper craft projects include flag books, blizzard books, the fishbone fold, and nesting boxes.Written by the doyenne of artists'' books, Hedi Kyle, The Art of the Fold is a wonderful insight into the work of a truly skilled artist. Hedi will show you how to bind a book and fold paper to create over 35 of her cut-fold book designs. The book is beautifully illustrated with Hedi''s finished works of art.An excerpt from the book:''I can still remember the thrill I experienced when ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Tale of The Pie and The Patty-Pan - Beatrix Potterová

The Tale of the Pie and the Patty Pan features the houses, gardens and streets of the village of Sawrey, where Beatrix Potter lived, at Hill Top, her first farm. The inhabitants, however, are animals rather than people, and problems arise when Ribby the cat invites Duchess the dog to tea.The Tale of The Pie and the Patty-Pan is number 17 in Beatrix Potter''s series of 23 little books, the titles of which are as follows:1 The Tale of Peter Rabbit2 The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin3 The Tailor of Gloucester4 The Tale of Benjamin Bunny5 The Tale of Two Bad Mice6 The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle7 The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher8 The Tale of Tom Kitten9 The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck10 The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies11 The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse12 The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes13 The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse 14 The Tale of Mr. Tod15 The Tale of Pigling Bland16 The Tale of Samuel Whiskers17 The Tale of The Pie and the Patty-Pan18 The Tale of Ginger and Pickles19 The Tale of Little Pig Robinson20 The Story of a Fierce Bad Rabbit21 The Story of Miss Moppet22 Appley Dapply''s Nursery Rhymes23 Cecily Parsley''s Nursery Rhymes

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The Return of the Shadow - J. R. R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien

The first part of The History of The Lord of the Rings, an enthralling account of the writing of the Book of the Century which contains many additional scenes and includes the unpublished Epilogue in its entirety.The Return of the Shadow is the story of the first part of the history of the creation of The Lord of the Rings, a fascinating study of Tolkien’s great masterpiece, from its inception to the end of the first volume, The Fellowship of the Ring.In The Return of the Shadow (the abandoned title of the first volume of The Lord of the Rings) we see how Bilbo’s magic ring evolved into the supremely dangerous Ruling Ring of the Dark Lord; and the precise, and astonishingly unforeseen, moment when a Black Rider first rode in to the Shire. The character of the hobbit called Trotter (afterwards Strider or Aragorn) is developed, and Frodo’s companions undergo many changes of name and personality.The book comes complete with reproductions of the first maps and facsimile pages from the earliest manuscripts.This series of fascinating books has now been repackaged to complement the distinctive and classic style of the ‘black cover’ A-format paperbacks of The Hobbit, The Lord of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Surrender of the U-Boat Fleet 1945 - Derek Waller

In the weeks after the end of the War in May 1945, 156 U-boats surrendered to the Allies. Some of these either surrendered at sea or directly in a variety of ports, whilst the majority were taken over whilst moored in German bases in Norway, Denmark and France. Nine gave themselves up in the USA, Canada and Argentina. This book provides a comprehensive record of the surrender of all these vessels, and it also includes the story of the 200 or so U-boats which were scuttled, rather than surrendered, in the final days of the War. And it includes details of others which have been raised since and then either been used or scrapped. The author begins by describing the development of Allied policy in 1943, 1944 and early 1945 for the surrender and disposal of the German Navy and its surviving U-boats. It then explains the surrender arrangements, as well as the discussions concerning U-boats at the Potsdam Conference in July 1945 and by the Tripartite Naval Commission (TNC) in Berlin between August and December 1945. The uses and fates of all the surrendered U-boats are then described, particularly those which were formally allocated to the UK, the USA ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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