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In Reclaiming Art in the Age of Artifice, J. F. Martel offers a compelling and incisive meditation on the nature of art in a world dominated by invasive media, rampant consumer culture, and artificial intelligence. Drawing on a wide range of examples, from Paleolithic cave art to contemporary cinema, Martel argues that true art reveals the unseen forces shaping our existence—forces that transcend politics, technology, and even culture.

When archaeologist Dr. Emilia Kaya uncovers a massive sarcophagus containing the remains of a mysterious winged creature, she sets in motion a chain of events that could lead to the resurrection of the Nephilim—the fearsome giants of biblical legend.

In her younger years, Catherine Woulfe was known as the Lady of Death...but those days are long past. Now, at over 300 years old, she is older, wiser...and painfully dull. Instead of using her necromancy skills for things like killing people and taking over governments, she now works as a private investigator, helping people find their lost treasures.

Maverick risk-taker and onetime star professor Fritz Tullis witnesses the first in a string of murders involving high-ranking government officials and before he knows it, and against his better judgment, he is digging for the truth. But he himself is being scrutinized, and someone, somewhere, is plotting his death.

"Az utolsó mohikán", a Nagy Indiánkönyv időrendben második kötete nemzedékek képzeletét ejtette rabul 1826-os megjelenése óta. Az Észak-Amerika vad tájain játszódó cselekmény középpontjában egy valóságos történelmi esemény áll, 1757-ben a franciák indián szövetségesei a William Henry-erődöt feladó brit katonák és családtagjaik százait mészárolták le.

This audiobook helps private business owners and CEOs navigate the many issues related to the sale of their company. In this non-technical guide to the sales process, the three authors provide real-life examples of lessons learned and mistakes to avoid. Business students will also get tools to think about company valuation and the many factors that enhance value from a buyer’s perspective.

In an age when technology vanquished natural death, Ryan and his sardonic AI implant are recruited at the last minute to board the first colony ship to Tau Ceti. As the lowest-ranked crewmember, he expects to cryogenically freeze right away, but the captain has other plans. Ryan begins a training program for rare individuals who heal much faster than normal, a program that teaches him to survive every possible scenario that Murphy’s Law can deliver.

A híres Hosszú Puska, akit az indiánok Vadölőnek is neveznek, a Nagy Indiánkönyv harmadik részében a Nyomkereső nevet viseli. A delavár indiánok neveltje, Csingacsguk, a Nagy Kígyó elválaszthatatlan társa. Ezúttal egy fiatal leányt kalauzol a végtelen amerikai őserdőkön át, aki apjához igyekszik Oswego erődjébe. Útjuk kalandokkal teljes. Ellenséges indián csapatok elől menekülnek, csak Nyomkereső és társai ügyessége, tapasztalata menti meg életüket.

Forty breathtaking short stories of gripping adventures, secrets and strange conspiracies. 'The Dust That Was Barren' by P. C. Wren. 'The Deserter' by Stacy Aumonier. 'The Lighthouse on Shivering Sand' by J. S. Fletcher. 'The Secret of the Smoked Spectacles' by William Le Queux. 'The 39 Steps' by John Buchan. 'Three Pennyworth of Luck' by Basil Murray. 'The Secret of Dr. Vaux’s Intrigue' by William Le Queux. 'A Thread of Scarlet' by J. J. Bell. 'How I Became a Secret Agent' by Dr. A. K. Graves.

Dr. Susan J. Noonan provides people experiencing depression with strategies to take stock of their mental state, to chart a course toward emotional balance, and to track their progress on the journey to well-being. Dr. Noonan explains how to obtain care from professionals, outlines what medical options are available, and lists everyday things people can do to feel better. Integrating medicine, psychology, and holistic care while exploring the basics of mental health, she touches on diet, sleep habits, physical activity, and mindfulness techniques.

A Nagy Indiánkönyv első része az indiánok hősi korszakának állít emléket, még a rezervátum előtti időkből. Egy fiatal vadász, a Vadölő nevet kiérdemelt Natty Bumppo példamutató emberséggel, igazságosztóként áll ki indián és fehér barátaiért. Csingacsgukkal, a delavár főnökkel járja a hadiösvényt, ahol az őslakos rézbőrűek és a gyarmatosító sápadtarcúak között dúl a véres háború, a feltérképezetlen vadon meghódításáért. Cooper regényei lebilincselőek: izgalom, leleményesség, természetvédelem, barátság és árulás, minderről szól a "Vadölő".

Funny how things had worked out, she went from hunting him down for killing her brother to him sitting beside her as the new recruit in the Bureau. Most would say it is their worst nightmare, but even a nightmare could not prepare them for this. A normal married couple, living a normal life in a normal suburb, working normal jobs...well, if you can call two undercover agents trying to bring down one of the world’s largest human trafficking rings “normal.” Pose as a married couple, easy. Keeping things professional now that might be hard.

Joe and Elaine, along with their friends with benefits, Mika and John, return for the second helping of Mr. and Mrs. Average Joe. Away from the bedroom, the four souls share mutual pleasures while discovering new and exciting passions. Another fantasy is fulfilled when a night out results in a sexy surprise reunion with a very special friend. But things really heat up as the couples begin celebrating birthdays together.

There’s something you need to know about Colin Quigley—something he wished everyone knew—he’s just quiet, there’s nothing actually wrong with him. He’s not weird, he’s not creepy, and he doesn’t have a medical condition. Colin simply doesn’t talk much. In fact, his talk-capacity is only three-hundred and thirteen words. Once he reaches that limit, things get ugly. He becomes tired, grumpy, and eventually shuts down completely. Luckily, Colin has discovered a few tricks to keep his talk-capacity under control. He sits by himself on the bus, rushes through meals to avoid ...

When a man in a hospital gown jumps to his death from the Western Wall in Israel, the authorities think it’s just another victim of Jerusalem Syndrome: a religious psychosis triggered by a visit to the holy city. But when a second victim ritually disembowels himself, it’s the sign of much worse to come. Thanatos — a fanatical group dedicated to the destruction of the world — is on the move again.

If you want to catch a serial killer, you need to think like one. “An extremely gripping and fast-paced crime thriller . . . will draw you in from the very start [and] blindside you with disturbing twists and turns.” —The Eclectic Review Greg Adams, a criminal psychologist at Scotland Yard, specialises in bringing serial killers to justice. He is at the top of his game, having just put away his sixth serial killer when his wife, Kate, is brutally murdered by another predator known as the Dreamer. A year later, unable to bring the killer to justice, Greg has quit his job and is ready ...

The eminent French theologian, Fr. F.X. Schouppe, S.J., reviews the basic Catholic doctrines on hell and adds numerous reports, apparitions of the damned and visions of the bottomless pit that make the reality of hell, and the dread of its torments, come alive like no horror movie can. The glimpses of terror, the sinister scenarios and the blood-curdling castigations that he lifts from the depths of the abyss ought to persuade even the most hardened of hearts to reconsider their actions and attitudes.

In the heart of the Staffordshire Peak District, a sinister secret lurks beneath the tranquil surface… When nineteen-year-old Tilley McCleave disappears without a trace, the historic market town of Leek is in shock. Detective Jessica Ryan is assigned the case, but things take a chilling turn when she discovers a horrifying connection to five women who were abducted. Four remain lost, their fates unknown, while one survivor’s harrowing tale is etched into her traumatised soul. Haunted by her ordeal, lone escapee Heidi Dawson has spent years confined to a psychiatric hospital. Could her ...

When ARKANE archivist Martin Klein joins the Vatican digital archiving project, he finds an ancient letter mistakenly scanned along with the medieval papal decree Militia Dei, Soldiers of God. It points to a dark secret the Knights Templar once tried to erase from existence, hidden in a medieval fortress under the heart of Paris for almost a thousand years. As Martin follows the trail to the hidden Templar crypt, aided by biblical scholar Camara Mbaye, they discover something unspeakable in the vaults below Paris. Who are the Soldiers of God and why must they rest until needed?

In this volume of the series of short science fiction stories we discover robot lawmen, psionic aliens, evil scientists and alien super weapons. The stories are: 'Arm of the Law' by Harry Harrison, 'Graveyard of Dreams' by H Beam Piper, 'Survival Type' by JF Bone, 'The Black Lamp' by SP Meek, 'The Bluff of the Hawk' by Anthony Gilmore and 'Third Planet' by Murray Leinster.