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Silent Hall

Author : NS Dolkart

Publisher : Watkins Media Limited

Page : 563 pages

File Size : 28,17 MB

Release : 2016-06-07

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 0857665685

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Five bedraggled refugees and a sinister wizard awaken a dragon—and defy the gods After their homeland is struck with a deadly plague, five refugees cross the continent searching for answers. Instead, they find Psander—a wizard whose fortress is invisible to the gods and who is willing to sacrifice anything and anyone to keep the knowledge of the wizards safe. With Psander as their patron, the refugees cross the mountains and brave the territory of their sworn enemies. They confront a hostile ocean and even traverse the world of the fairies in search of magic powerful enough to save themselves—and Psander’s library—from the wrath of the gods. All they need to do now is rescue an imprisoned dragon and unleash a primordial monster upon the world . . . And how hard could that be? File Under: Fantasy [ Ravens of Revenge / The Great Flood / Dragon Boy / You’re the Prophecy ]



The Silent Language

Author : Edward Twitchell Hall

Publisher :

Page : 200 pages

File Size : 37,59 MB

Release : 1966

Category : Intercultural communication

ISBN :

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I Served

Author : Don C. Hall

Publisher : Trafford Publishing

Page : 392 pages

File Size : 35,51 MB

Release : 2001

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1552124894

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Unceremoniously dumped in the orphanage by their drunken, war-traumatized father, Don and his brother Mike learn the harsh realities of life. We can feel the fear of the tormented child and smell the antiseptic dormitory. Not all is bad there, for it is during this time that the young Donald sees his true love, Annette, for the first time. Her brunette hair, twinkling eyes and heart-melting smile are what help sustain the warrior's sanity and focus during some of his darkest moments, which are yet to come. Don was a 'malcontent renegade' in the eyes of the nuns, because he fought for his dignity and that of his brother. Recalcitrant, yet gregarious, Don is dismissed from the orphanage with his brother, and returned to the father who had abandoned them. No hope for the future leads the seventeen-year-old boy, old beyond his years, to a recruiter's office and the Army. In August 1967, after a tour in Alaska and six months in Germany, the young paratrooper volunteers for duty in the Republic of Vietnam and is initially assigned to the 173d Airborne Brigade. Then, he hears a call for volunteers and joins a new long range patrol unit being formed, with the motto "I Serve," and the charter of taking the war to the enemy. Expertly weaving heart-thumping moments as enemy soldiers walk past within mere feet of patrols, the cacophony of battle and copper-taste of adrenaline during contacts, and the stark contrasts of the war, Don Hall takes us on his tour with the Lurps. We feel the anguish of losing teammates, and share the love for comrades. We see the oblivious eyes of the enemy walking toward an ambush, and the handmade wooden cross prepared by a soldier for a dead enemy tossed from a helicopter. We hear the cries of the wounded and the soft strains of songs on the radio. We feel the hurt and anger of the young boy, and the power and control of the soldier as he serves.



Among the Fallen

Author : NS Dolkart

Publisher : Watkins Media Limited

Page : 473 pages

File Size : 48,2 MB

Release : 2017-04-04

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 0857665715

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The five companions of Silent Hall must determine where they stand in the battle of the gods—a thrilling continuation of the epic fantasy trilogy inspired by Jewish theology In wake of the battle of Silent Hall, the city of Ardis is reeling, its leaders frightened and disorganized. The remaining oracle of the god Ravennis has resurfaced there and is spreading a new gospel—one in which Ravennis is the new Lord of the Underworld. Narky is swept up in the promotion of his religion, even while the prevailing church of Magor tries to put down its upstart rivals. In the meantime, Criton and Bandu discover a community of Dragon Touched that has survived in hiding, and with Criton’s leadership, they begin a campaign to retake their former territories with the power of God Most High at their backs. Left to their own devices, Phaedra and Hunter go on a quest to rediscover the secrets of academic wizardry. But they soon discover that all five islanders are needed to prevent a true worldwide catastrophe. If only Criton and Narky weren't already on opposing sides of a regional war . . .



In Pursuit of Healthy Environments

Author : Esa Ruuskanen

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 366 pages

File Size : 26,55 MB

Release : 2020-11-12

Category : Political Science

ISBN : 100021558X

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In Pursuit of Healthy Environments brings temporal depth to a highly topical issue, the interaction between health and the environment. By means of a rich set of historical case studies from Americas to Europe and from the tropics to the Arctic, the volume demonstrates that the concern for creating and finding healthy environments is not a new one, shows how the link between the environment and health has been perceived at different times and in different cultures, and discusses the practical implications of these conceptualizations. The book written by scholars from architecture, cultural anthropology, history, Indigenous Studies, media studies and sociology will be of interest to a reader interested in the historical roots of present health-related environmental issues. It discusses the spatiality and materiality of the conceptions of health and the practices of nurture in colonial and post-colonial environments and shows how greatly indigenous and colonial mindsets have differed during the last 300 years. It also investigates how certain environments have become labelled as healthy and life-preserving while others stigmatized by death and disease and how fluctuating these notions can be. Finally, it analyses the materialities and immaterialities, as well as the transgenerational and transboundary characters of environmental and medical knowledge.



The Listener's Voice

Author : Elena Razlogova

Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press

Page : 225 pages

File Size : 41,94 MB

Release : 2012-10-15

Category : History

ISBN : 0812208498

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During the Jazz Age and Great Depression, radio broadcasters did not conjure their listening public with a throw of a switch; the public had a hand in its own making. The Listener's Voice describes how a diverse array of Americans—boxing fans, radio amateurs, down-and-out laborers, small-town housewives, black government clerks, and Mexican farmers—participated in the formation of American radio, its genres, and its operations. Before the advent of sophisticated marketing research, radio producers largely relied on listeners' phone calls, telegrams, and letters to understand their audiences. Mining this rich archive, historian Elena Razlogova meticulously recreates the world of fans who undermined centralized broadcasting at each creative turn in radio history. Radio outlaws, from the earliest squatter stations and radio tube bootleggers to postwar "payola-hungry" rhythm and blues DJs, provided a crucial source of innovation for the medium. Engineers bent patent regulations. Network writers negotiated with devotees. Program managers invited high school students to spin records. Taken together, these and other practices embodied a participatory ethic that listeners articulated when they confronted national corporate networks and the formulaic ratings system that developed. Using radio as a lens to examine a moral economy that Americans have imagined for their nation, The Listener's Voice demonstrates that tenets of cooperation and reciprocity embedded in today's free software, open access, and filesharing activities apply to earlier instances of cultural production in American history, especially at times when new media have emerged.



The Poems of Ossian

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Page : 388 pages

File Size : 30,14 MB

Release : 1803

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The Complete Novels of George MacDonald (Illustrated)

Author : George MacDonald

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 10381 pages

File Size : 31,92 MB

Release : 2024-01-09

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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The Complete Novels of George MacDonald (Illustrated) showcases the works of the prolific Scottish author in one comprehensive collection. Known for his enchanting storytelling and allegorical themes, MacDonald's novels delve into complex moral and spiritual issues. His unique literary style combines fantasy elements with deep philosophical insights, making his works both captivating and thought-provoking. In this carefully curated edition, readers can immerse themselves in MacDonald's imaginative worlds and explore the timeless themes woven throughout his stories. George MacDonald, a Christian minister and poet, drew inspiration from his faith and personal experiences to create his compelling novels. His deep understanding of human nature and his ability to convey profound truths through narrative have cemented his place in literary history. MacDonald's influence on later writers, such as C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, highlights his enduring impact on the fantasy genre and spiritual literature. I highly recommend The Complete Novels of George MacDonald (Illustrated) to readers who appreciate richly symbolic storytelling and philosophical depth. This collection offers a treasure trove of literary gems that will entertain and enlighten those who delve into MacDonald's captivating narratives.



Fairy Tales & Fantasy: George MacDonald Collection (With Complete Original Illustrations)

Author : George MacDonald

Publisher : e-artnow

Page : 2496 pages

File Size : 49,9 MB

Release : 2017-07-04

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 8075837800

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This unique illustrated collection of George MacDonald's complete fairy tales & fantasy novels has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards. George MacDonald (1824 - 1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors including W. H. Auden, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Walter de la Mare, E. Nesbit and Madeleine L'Engle. G. K. Chesterton cited The Princess and the Goblin as a book that had "made a difference to my whole existence". Table of Contents: Novels The Princess and the Goblin The Princess and Curdie Phantastes At the Back of the North Wind The Lost Princess: A Double Story The Day Boy and the Night Girl The Flight of the Shadow Lilith: A Romance Short stories Adela Cathcart CHRISTMAS EVE CHURCH THE CHRISTMAS DINNER THE NEW DOCTOR THE LIGHT PRINCESS THE BELL THE SCHOOLMASTER'S STORY SONG THE CURATE AND HIS WIFE THE SHADOWS THE EVENING AT THE CURATE'S PERCY AND HIS MOTHER THE BROKEN SWORDS MY UNCLE PETER THE GIANT'S HEART A CHILD'S HOLIDAY INTERRUPTION PERCY THE CRUEL PAINTER THE CASTLE WHAT NEXT? GENERALSHIP AN UNFORESEEN FORESIGHT The Portent and Other Stories THE PORTENT THE CRUEL PAINTER THE CASTLE THE WOW O'RIVEN THE BROKEN SWORDS THE GRAY WOLF UNCLE CORNELIUS HIS STORY Dealings with the Fairies THE LIGHT PRINCESS THE GIANT'S HEART THE GOLDEN KEY THE CROSS PURPOSES THE SHADOWS Stephen Archer and Other Tales STEPHEN ARCHER THE GIFTS OF THE CHILD CHRIST THE HISTORY OF PHOTOGEN AND NYCTERIS THE BUTCHER'S BILLS PORT IN A STORM IF I HAD A FATHER



180 Masterpieces You Should Read Before You Die (Vol.2)

Author : Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 20122 pages

File Size : 49,61 MB

Release : 2023-12-13

Category : Literary Criticism

ISBN :

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180 Masterpieces You Should Read Before You Die (Vol.2) encapsulates an extraordinary spectrum of literary genius, spanning several centuries and encompassing a diverse range of themes, styles, and cultural perspectives. From the introspective existential quests seen in the works of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe to the pioneering adventures of Jules Verne and the intricate social critiques offered by Jane Austen and Charles Dickens, this anthology transcends the ordinary scope of literary collections. It not only showcases the pivotal movements in literary history but also includes standout pieces such as the deeply humanistic plays of Henrik Ibsen and the captivating narratives of Edgar Allan Poe, offering readers a panoramic view of the evolution of literature over time. The authors and editors, hailing from varied geographical, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds, represent the crème de la crème of global literature. Together, they provide a tapestry of human experience, reflecting the shift from Romanticism to Realism, and the advent of Modernism. The anthology is a testament to how disparate literary voices can illuminate the complexities of human life across different epochs. Contributors like Virginia Woolf and James Joyce, with their experimental narratives, alongside the moral deliberations in the works of Dostoyevsky and the epic storytelling of Homer, highlight a collective endeavor to explore the multifaceted nature of existence. This anthology is not merely a collection of writings; it is an invitation to traverse the expanses of human thought and emotion across ages and continents. Readers are encouraged to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of stories, essays, and plays that have shaped human consciousness and continue to influence our perceptions of the world. '180 Masterpieces You Should Read Before You Die (Vol.2)' offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the words and wisdom of some of history's greatest minds, making it an essential addition to the library of any serious lover of literature.