Author : Paul Gruzalski
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 34,89 MB
Release : 2009-10-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1326955799
The second in a serious of stories about a librarian who discovers that he is a wizard. In this book a spell that goes wrong has disastrous consequences for himself and for his local village. The problem gets out of hand and the police and the Air Force are brought in to stop what they think is an invasion of the UK.
Author : Martin H. Greenberg
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 23,79 MB
Release : 2007-11-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780756404390
From a boy who discovers life can be an illusion to a man who maintains company security through enchantment, this collection contains 15 imaginative tales of those who earn their living through wizardly professions. Includes stories by Orson Scott Card, Mike Resnick, Steve Perry, and others. Original.
Author : Aubrey Sherman
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 49,56 MB
Release : 2014-09-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1440582890
A spellbinding collection of wizardry! For centuries, people have been mesmerized by the spectacular tales of wizards. In this book, you will uncover the mystery behind these sorcerers with folklore, mythology, and poetry from every tradition in the world. From the legendary Telchines, who were entrusted with the upbringing of Olympian gods to the great, wise Gandalf in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings trilogy, the dazzling stories surrounding these magicians are sure to captivate anyone who has ever dreamed of mastering the arcane arts of wizardry. Whether you're interested in exploring the rich history behind these enchanting figures or want to learn more about their magical abilities, you will gain a better understanding of their impact on civilizations as you accompany these powerful conjurors on their spellbinding journeys. Complete with detailed illustrations, this book reveals the incredible power and age-old wisdom of some of the most extraordinary wizards to ever exist.
Author : Jack Dann
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 30,62 MB
Release : 2007-05-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1101208740
Neil Gaiman, Eoin Colfer, and many more join this magical brew [that] will enchant young adult readers and their elders as well. (Publishers Weekly) In Wizards, today's master fantasists turn their hands to tales of these magical beings, living in both ancient and modern times, as well as in fantasy realms that never were. Featuring stories by New York Times bestselling authors Neil Gaiman, Eoin Colfer and Garth Nix as well as tales from Kage Baker, Peter S. Beagle, Terry Bisson, Orson Scott Card, Terry Dowling, Andy Duncan, Jeffrey Ford, Elizabeth Hand, Nancy Kress, Tanith Lee, Patricia A. McKillip, Mary Rosenblum, Tad Williams, Gene Wolfe, and Jane Yolen.
Author : Jeffrey Bardwell
Publisher : Twigboat Press
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 42,77 MB
Release : 2017-03-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1943289069
The people are tinder waiting to spark. His homeland smolders on the edge of chaos. Can he ignite a revolution? The Iron Empire is soft, rotten, and ripe for change. The guilds are repressive. The price of dragon products is soaring. The mage menace spreads unchecked. Resentment builds. One day, a young hero clanks into the capital with a metal foot . . . swearing he'll kick the imperial palace to rubble. Devin, more artifice than mage with his mechanical limb, returns to the empire, his nemesis Captain Vice in hot pursuit. The firebrand mage stirs the passions of imperial citizens under the guise of dragon conservation. We are all like slabs of dragon flesh: once powerful and mighty, but the empire bleeds us until nothing remains but bones and ruptured organs. The message resonates. A rebellion is born in secrecy and treachery. Beneath their cloaks of lies and shifting alliances, mages, gentry, and commoners alike reach for the mantle of the butchered dragon while Captain Vice's steel fist slowly closes around them. Rise up and smash the state in Book Three of The Artifice Mage Saga. Join the fantasy steampunk brawl of metal vs. magic where sorcery is bloody, science is greasy, and nobody's hands are clean. epic, gaslamp, swords and sorcery, wizard, magic, dragons, steampunk, evil empire
Author : JP Wagner
Publisher : Beth Wagner
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 32,82 MB
Release : 2023-11-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1990862276
Discover a world where magic and science collide, where a courageous botanist and a wizard of medium ability must navigate perilous challenges and ancient mysteries to save their kingdoms from a devastating threat. In Plague Wizards, Alison Mackarg's journey to Scotland takes an unexpected turn when she's transported to a land with unfamiliar plant life and where people rely on magic over technology. With a magically implanted understanding of the local language and a growing fascination with the world around her, Alison gets caught up in the murder of one of the tribesmen where she is staying. Meanwhile, Royin Gredion's-Child awakens as the new Grand Master of Pangwa Household, burdened with the legacy of a catastrophic magical disaster that threatens his kingdom. All magic comes at a cost, and their world is on the brink of chaos. As Alison and Royin's paths intersect, they must confront their own traumas and differences to unravel the truth behind the impending doom. From the enigmatic kingdom of Saljashin to the peaceful village of Strick's Bolg, they face dangerous foes and unexpected allies. Plague Wizards is a riveting tale of resilience, courage, and the pursuit of knowledge in the face of adversity. Will Alison's unconventional insights into disease, Royin's mastery of magic, and a daring plan to relocate Pangwa Household be enough to thwart the devastating plagues and restore order to their lands? As ancient forces awaken and secrets unfold, they must journey beyond their worlds to secure a brighter future. This compelling and intricate fantasy novel will captivate your imagination and keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
Author : Charles L. Adler
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 34,73 MB
Release : 2014-02-02
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0691147159
Explaining the science behind science fiction and fantasy—from the probable to the impossible From teleportation and space elevators to alien contact and interstellar travel, science fiction and fantasy writers have come up with some brilliant and innovative ideas. Yet how plausible are these ideas--for instance, could Mr. Weasley's flying car in the Harry Potter books really exist? Which concepts might actually happen, and which ones wouldn’t work at all? Wizards, Aliens, and Starships delves into the most extraordinary details in science fiction and fantasy--such as time warps, shape changing, rocket launches, and illumination by floating candle--and shows readers the physics and math behind the phenomena. With simple mathematical models, and in most cases using no more than high school algebra, Charles Adler ranges across a plethora of remarkable imaginings, from the works of Ursula K. Le Guin to Star Trek and Avatar, to explore what might become reality. Adler explains why fantasy in the Harry Potter and Dresden Files novels cannot adhere strictly to scientific laws, and when magic might make scientific sense in the muggle world. He examines space travel and wonders why it isn’t cheaper and more common today. Adler also discusses exoplanets and how the search for alien life has shifted from radio communications to space-based telescopes. He concludes by investigating the future survival of humanity and other intelligent races. Throughout, he cites an abundance of science fiction and fantasy authors, and includes concise descriptions of stories as well as an appendix on Newton's laws of motion. Wizards, Aliens, and Starships will speak to anyone wanting to know about the correct--and incorrect--science of science fiction and fantasy.
Author : Disney
Publisher : Yen Press LLC
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 20,72 MB
Release : 2021-06-08
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1975323181
With the war now over, Mickey and his friends are ready for some peace and quiet...but little do they know that trouble is brewing close to home. When a nefarious ban of sorcerers awaken a magical being even more ancient than the dragons, the Wizards of Mickey must travel further than they’ve ever gone to try and save their world before everything is altered...forever!
Author : Steven E. Schend
Publisher : Wizards of the Coast
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 33,23 MB
Release : 2012-11-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0786964200
Khelben Arunsun, Chosen of Mystra, Archmage of Waterdeep, is as close to a demigod as you're likely to meet on the streets of Faerûn's mightiest city. But when the skies rain lightning and a long-forgotten city arises from the earth, he can seem like just another wizard.
Author : Whitney Lee Preston
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 26,2 MB
Release : 2020-02-12
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1796086940
A Tale of Fantasy involving two silly Magicians, and a Cunning Plan by their two-faced servant.
