Frank Merriwell's Challengers, Or Foiling the Plotters
Author : Burt L. Standish
Publisher :
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 46,40 MB
Release : 1905
Category : Baseball players
ISBN :
The Acharnians
Author : Aristophanes
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 48,8 MB
Release : 2012-11-01
Category : Drama
ISBN : 1625580681
Book Description
Writing at the time of political and social crisis in Athens, Aristophanes was an eloquent yet bawdy challenger to the demagogue and the sophist. The Achanians is a plea for peace set against the background of the long war with Sparta.
Alderdene
Author : Norris Paul
Publisher :
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 20,42 MB
Release : 1890
Category :
ISBN :
Book Description
Frank Merriwell's Reward, Or, A Pair of Plotters Foiled
Author : Burt L. Standish
Publisher :
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 15,8 MB
Release : 1900
Category : Pictorial bindings
ISBN :
Book Description
47 Ronin #1
Author : Mike Richardson
Publisher : Dark Horse Comics (Single Issues)
Page : 29 pages
File Size : 33,81 MB
Release : 2012-11-07
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN :
Book Description
Among the best-known tales in Japanese history, the legend of the 47 Ronin and their epic mission to avenge their disgraced master epitomizes the samurai code of honor. It has been said, "To know the story of the 47 Ronin is to know Japan." Retold through the ages, the legend at last comes to comics in a meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated miniseries from Mike Richardson, Stan Sakai, and editorial consultant Kazuo Koike! Recounting this sweeping tale of honor and violence in all its grandeur, chapter one details the tragic incident that would seal the fate of Lord Asano and set forty-seven of his vassals on a years-long path of vengeance! A gorgeous new adaptation of Japan's enduring "national legend"! From writer Mike Richardson (_The Secret_) and artist Stan Sakai (_Usagi Yojimbo_)! ** Created in consultation with manga giant Kazuo Koike (_Lone Wolf and Cub_)! ** "Sakai's artwork is still as stellar and simple as you know it to be. His characters own their space on the page and his composition is so effortlessly meaningful."-ComicBookResources.com
Avengers Masterworks
Author : Jim Shooter
Publisher : Marvel Entertainment
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 15,96 MB
Release : 2017-08-09
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1302499130
Book Description
Collects Avengers (1963) #164-177, Annual (1967) #7, Marvel Two-In-One Annual (1976) #2. Jim Shooter and an unparalleled team of avenging artists -- George Prez, John Byrne, Jim Starlin and more -- bring you Earth's Mightiest Heroes at their best! This Marvel Masterworks volume is packed with classic encounters staged on a truly massive scale: Jim Starlin's defining Thanos War, Ultron's revenge, the cosmic Korvac Saga -- it's a dizzying array of iconic adventures! Luckily, the Avengers aren't alone as they face these challenges -- they're joined by the Guardians of the Galaxy, the amazing Spider-Man and the ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing! Also featuring Adam Warlock, Gamora, the Collector, the Lethal Legion, Count Nefaria, a new look for Wonder Man, and the unfolding secret origins of Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch!
Aucassin Et Nicolette
Author : Andrew Lang
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,44 MB
Release : 2023-07-18
Category :
ISBN : 9781021244048
Book Description
This classic French medieval love story is retold by Andrew Lang in modern language and style in this enchanting book. The tale of the noble knight Aucassin and his beloved Nicolette has captivated readers for centuries. Lang's retelling is accessible and engaging, making this classic work of literature accessible to modern audiences. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Avengers
Author : Peter David
Publisher : Marvel Entertainment
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 20,97 MB
Release : 2018-04-04
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1302503626
Book Description
Collects Avengers: Season One, Avengers (2016) #1. The early days of the Avengers as youve never seen them before! A hidden foe manipulates the newly assembled team from the shadows, meticulously sowing the seeds of discord and mistrust and causing the new allies to question the very ties that bind them together as they hunt for the fugitive Hulk. Thor a shape-shifting alien with a secret agenda? Captain America a hoax? Iron Man an enemy conspirator? Their confidence in each other shattered, will the heroes destroy each other before the enemy is revealed? Only the smartest among them will see through the deception...and its not whom you think! Plus: The modern-day Avengers come together to stand against their deadliest foe! Captain America, Thor, Vision, Wasp, Spider-Man and Hercules face Kang War One.
Art of Vampirella
Author : Davide Barzi
Publisher : Dynamite Entertainment
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 22,4 MB
Release : 2017-01-11
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1606901761
Book Description
The Art of Vampirella is back in a NEW printing! For over 40 years, Vampirella has been the muse for many artists in the comic industry and even beyond. Dynamite Entertainment brings forth a veritable museum of fine art masterpieces collected in a 216 page hardcover volume! This tome contains a retrospective of artists who have contributed the most memorable imagery of Vampirella with such names as Jose Gonzalez, Adam Hughes, Dave Stevens, Jim Silke, Jae Lee, Joe Jusko, Amanda Conner, Mark Texeira, Mike Mignola, Mike Mayhew, Joe Quesada, Bruce Timm, Arthur Suydam, Dan Brereton, Michael Golden, J. Scott Campbell and many more. Featuring a spectacular cover by the Dave Stevens!
Ant-Man
Author :
Publisher : Marvel
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,17 MB
Release : 2012-07-11
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9780785163862
Book Description
Legendary writer Tom DeFalco (Amazing Spider-Man) and acclaimed artist Horacio Domingues (Fantastic Four: True Story) bring you the origins of the original Avenger, Ant-Man! Hank Pym has had a life full of adventure and success, failure and humiliation! Known by a variety of names like Ant Man, Giant-Man, Goliath and Yellow Jacket, he's been an innovative scientist, a famed super-hero, an abusive spouse and more! What demons drive a man like Hank Pym? How did he begin his career as a super-hero? ANT MAN SEASON tells the story of the man behind the myth and reveals the fears and paranoia that propelled him to greatest heights and the darkest depths!
