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Step into the golden age of speculative imagination with Classic Science Fiction: Selected Short Stories, a masterfully curated collection from some of the most influential voices in science fiction history. This volume brings together visionary tales by Philip K. Dick, Murray Leinster, William Tenn, Robert Sheckley, Lynn Venable, E. E. Smith, and Fredric Brown—authors who shaped the genre with bold ideas, sharp wit, and unforgettable concepts.

In this volume, Hannibal and Carthage are finally worn down by the grim determination of the Roman people, and their army is destroyed at Zama by Publius Scipio. And hardly is this over before the vengeful Romans cast their eyes eastward to Philip of Macedon, who had made the fatal error of backing the Carthaginians.

Assembled and edited by Julian Hawthorne and first published in 1907, the Old Time English volume of The Lock and Key Library features ten classic mysteries and ghost stories by Charles Dickens, Edward Bulwer-Lytton, Thomas de Quincey, Charles Robert Maturin, Laurence Sterne, and William Makepeace Thackeray. This volume of The Lock and Key Library is sure to haunt and charm fans of ghost and detective mysteries alike.

For centuries England has always had a leading and admired reputation for its poets and poetry. In this volume we explore those born in the North-West who created such revered, enduring and respected verse.

A philosopher, a physician, a recovering addict, a poet, a dreamer, a believer. Here are my poems. Listen to them, and you may find answers to life's big questions, as I did.

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Introduction to Biblical Interpretation: Audio Lectures includes high quality live-recordings of college-level lectures that...

Introducing "The Old World Herald: A Warhammer Old World and WFRP Podcast"! Join Robert, Nathan, and Rob as they explore the captivating lore of Warhammer's Old World and WFRP. Uncover hidden tales, epic battles, and unforgettable characters in this immersive journey through the realms. Whether you're a seasoned fan or a curious newcomer, this podcast is your gateway to all things Warhammer. Grab your dice and prepare for an adventure like no other!

When a young man's body is found near a remote northern California town sprawled over jagged rocks at the base of a seaside cliff, the authorities dismiss the death as an accident or suicide. But there are suspicious circumstances surrounding the tragic event. Sent to investigate, San Francisco reporter Arnold Rednapp soon discovers that the boy's unorthodox beliefs had turned a large section of the small town against him, leading the journalist to suspect a community-wide conspiracy to hide the truth of what happened.

Two months after disbanding all forms of military, former rapper President Kwest, creates the United Nautical Air Solider Service (UNASS), in which select members from all branches are merged into one. Chief Master Gunny Doom and his team stand the Midwatch (2200-0200) together, telling old military stories and navigating life on board UNASS 1, The Mighty Fowl. Part tank, part ship and part aircraft, this command promises to be the only Big Stick our country needs. But with The Mighty Fowl being our only line of defense, will it be enough to bring former rivaling branch members together to ...

Un joven periodista que trabaja para el Manhattan Illustrator se queja a un compañero de las exigencias de su jefe, al que llama el viejo gato capón, que además de hacerle trabajar todas las horas del día sólo le da reportajes tontos y vacíos. El último que le ha encargado tener listo para el día siguiente es sobre los animales del zoológico.

El protagonista de este relato visita la iglesia londinense de San Bernabé, y empieza a tener una sensación de miedo, que acaba descartando ante la belleza del templo. Empieza a escuchar el órgano, cuando de repente el organista se vuelve, le mira con una expresión de odio inimaginable, y después desaparece... ¡y, sin embargo, la música sigue sonando!Ya camino de su casa, intentando olvidar el absurdo episodio, siente un escalofrío cuando oye una voz salida de ninguna parte, de alguien que decía llamarse el Rey de Amarillo, susurrando a su alma.

Famous Heroes of the American West is a lively account of the "Wild West" and its renowned figures, narrated with vigor by Adam Sims. The lives of Davy Crockett, Christopher Kit" Carson, Calamity Jane, and Sitting Bull, among others, are explored in detail. Their exploits, adventures, and alliances make for fascinating listening.

Along with historical narrative, hear rare recordings of some of the most iconic people in history, including Robert Browning, Kenneth Landfrey, Florence Nightingale, Sir Henry Morton Stanley, PT Barnum, Sir Arthur Sullivan, Edwin Booth, General Nelson Miles, William Jennings Bryan and Garret A. Hobart. Recording obtained and published by Rick Sheridan.

In a distant future where Earth has finally achieved lasting peace, humanity embarks on interstellar journeys not to conquer, but to explore. The third expedition arrives in the Vega system, only to uncover two mysterious worlds teeming with atmosphere and water. To their shock, the crew faces immediate danger as an unknown force attempts to obliterate their ship before they can make contact. After sustaining damage and losing three crew members in the turmoil, the surviving team crash-lands and seeks refuge from this evidently hostile civilization. As they lay their fallen comrades to rest, ...

Mirror Mirror🪞 A podcast where we reflect, reveal, and keep it real.Hosted by Kayla and Will, two lifelong best friends, Mirror Mirror dives deep into life’s rawest and most beautiful moments. From parenting and relationships to healing, art, music, and identity—we’re holding up the mirror to the world and ourselves.Expect unfiltered conversations, laughter, real talk, and powerful perspectives as we explore what it means to grow, love, and live authentically. Whether you’re navigating healing, creativity, or just trying to make it through the chaos of life—you’re not alone....

In this volume of classic poetry our wordsmiths are our companions on journeys near and far. They describe and create worlds that we can explore with them, word by word and line by line. In the company of Keats, Wordsworth, Bronte, Whitman, Kipling and a wealth of others these journeys in verse will be like no other.

Cunning. Corrupt. Charismatic. The degenerate characters in this collection shun conventional morality, and will stop at nothing to get what they want... These five sensational dramas, set in locations ranging from 16th century Venice to Victorian England, revolve around their unscrupulous actions – and the devastating consequences of the choices they make.

With contributions by: William Boyd, Candice Carty-Williams, Imtiaz Dharker, Roddy Doyle, Pico Iyer, Robert Macfarlane, Andy Miller, Jackie Morris, Jan Morris, Sisonke Msimang, Dina Nayeri, Chigozie Obioma, Michael Ondaatje, David Pilling, Max Porter, Philip Pullman, Alice Pung, Jancis Robinson...

A collection of five erotic stories with mixed and varied themes. Included is 'Purposeful Liaison' by Shermaine Williams: When work calls her husband back from their romantic island holiday, Charlotte is left to enjoy what's left on her own, rather that reigniting the lost passion of her marriage. Her sudden abandonment soon registers on the radar of Matthew, a well-toned holiday-maker looking for company during his stay.

The United States has July 4th, Ireland St Patrick’s Day and France Bastille Day. Most Nations celebrate a particular day as ‘theirs’. That day is when they turn to themselves; to reflect on the past, to revel in the present and to look forward to the future. For England 23rd April is St George’s Day. St George, a hero from bygone days, who slays dragons and pursues other mythic deeds, is part of childhood. But for modern times, for modern nations, a greater purpose is needed. For England St George is best now described as a principle.