By Ellery Queen
This publication written through Ellery Queen, the recognized radio detective tale guy, is a heritage of the detective crime brief tale as printed bt th a hundred twenty five most vital books released on that topic for the reason that 1845.
By Ellery Queen
This publication written through Ellery Queen, the recognized radio detective tale guy, is a heritage of the detective crime brief tale as printed bt th a hundred twenty five most vital books released on that topic for the reason that 1845.
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By P. N. Elrod
Today’s most well-liked city delusion authors come jointly during this scrumptious brew that crackles and boils over with stories of robust witches and darkish magic!In Charlaine Harris’ “Bacon,” a gorgeous vampire joins forces with a witch from an historical line to determine who killed her liked husband. In “Seeing Eye” by way of Patricia Briggs, a blind witch is helping attractive werewolf Tom Franklin locate his lacking brother—and is helping him in additional methods than both of them ever suspected. And in Jim Butcher’s “Last Call,” wizard Harry Dresden takes at the darkest of darkish powers—the ones who dare to debris with this favourite beer.For someone who’s ever questioned what lies past the boundaries of truth, who’s imagined the key areas the place witches wield fearsome magic, come and drink deep. allow your self fall lower than the spell of this bewitching collection!
By P. N. Elrod
Today’s most well-liked city delusion authors come jointly during this scrumptious brew that crackles and boils over with stories of robust witches and darkish magic!In Charlaine Harris’ “Bacon,” a gorgeous vampire joins forces with a witch from an historical line to determine who killed her liked husband. In “Seeing Eye” by way of Patricia Briggs, a blind witch is helping attractive werewolf Tom Franklin locate his lacking brother—and is helping him in additional methods than both of them ever suspected. And in Jim Butcher’s “Last Call,” wizard Harry Dresden takes at the darkest of darkish powers—the ones who dare to debris with this favourite beer.For someone who’s ever questioned what lies past the boundaries of truth, who’s imagined the key areas the place witches wield fearsome magic, come and drink deep. allow your self fall lower than the spell of this bewitching collection!
By David and Patricia Armentrout
By David and Patricia Armentrout
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By Robert Huber, Benjamin Wallace
Do you're keen on Philadelphia? Do you like reliable writing? good, this can be the booklet for you. it really is in regards to the humans of Philadelphia—the strong, the fantastic, and the imperfect. convinced, the activities heroes are here—Mike Schmidt, Julius ("Dr. J.") Erving. And the politicians—Ed Rendell, John highway. And the moguls—Brian Roberts, Comcast honcho. And the would-be moguls—Mark Yagalla, world-class embezzler. And such a lot of extra, including—writing of their personal words—Terry Gross, Patti LaBelle, W. Wilson Goode, Sr., Judy Wicks, Judith Rodin, and Smarty Jones (proving that this horse is not any one-trick pony). And such a lot of more—25 of them in all. The people—and the horse—who have intended whatever to this urban over the last two decades. Ripped from the pages of Philadelphia journal (well, okay, rigorously got rid of and lovingly pasted into this book), listed here are profiles of the folks who made an period.
By Robert Huber, Benjamin Wallace
Do you're keen on Philadelphia? Do you like reliable writing? good, this can be the booklet for you. it really is in regards to the humans of Philadelphia—the strong, the fantastic, and the imperfect. convinced, the activities heroes are here—Mike Schmidt, Julius ("Dr. J.") Erving. And the politicians—Ed Rendell, John highway. And the moguls—Brian Roberts, Comcast honcho. And the would-be moguls—Mark Yagalla, world-class embezzler. And such a lot of extra, including—writing of their personal words—Terry Gross, Patti LaBelle, W. Wilson Goode, Sr., Judy Wicks, Judith Rodin, and Smarty Jones (proving that this horse is not any one-trick pony). And such a lot of more—25 of them in all. The people—and the horse—who have intended whatever to this urban over the last two decades. Ripped from the pages of Philadelphia journal (well, okay, rigorously got rid of and lovingly pasted into this book), listed here are profiles of the folks who made an period.
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By Thomas Springer
A brand new voice unearths the original personality of the higher MidwestIn the spirit of different writers who percentage an affinity for the traditional world---authors corresponding to Robert Frost, Emerson, and invoice Bryson---Looking for Hickories is Tom Springer's ode to the folks, normal good looks, and lore of the Midwest, a spot the place bustling groups neighbor a delicate mosaic of quiet woods, fertile meadows, and miles of farmland.Touching and funny by means of turns, searching for Hickories captures the essence of the higher Midwest's personality with topics specific to the sector but usually common in subject, from barn construction to land protection to the ignored significance of assorted bushes within the landscape.Like Frost's most sensible poems, Springer's essays frequently commence with pride and result in knowledge. They mingle a generosity of spirit and the childlike excitement of discovery with a grown-up experience of a time and a spot, if now not misplaced, then at risk of disappearing altogether---things to treasure and protect for this day and day after today.
By Thomas Springer
A brand new voice unearths the original personality of the higher MidwestIn the spirit of different writers who percentage an affinity for the traditional world---authors corresponding to Robert Frost, Emerson, and invoice Bryson---Looking for Hickories is Tom Springer's ode to the folks, normal good looks, and lore of the Midwest, a spot the place bustling groups neighbor a delicate mosaic of quiet woods, fertile meadows, and miles of farmland.Touching and funny by means of turns, searching for Hickories captures the essence of the higher Midwest's personality with topics specific to the sector but usually common in subject, from barn construction to land protection to the ignored significance of assorted bushes within the landscape.Like Frost's most sensible poems, Springer's essays frequently commence with pride and result in knowledge. They mingle a generosity of spirit and the childlike excitement of discovery with a grown-up experience of a time and a spot, if now not misplaced, then at risk of disappearing altogether---things to treasure and protect for this day and day after today.
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By John Peck
A ground-breaking examine of the way literature either mirrored and contributed to the eclipse and next revival of militarism within the 19th century. concentrating on 4 significant disputes within the Crimea, India, the Sudan, and South Africa in addition to the position of the military in Britain, John Peck examines how Victorian writers replied to army concerns. on the middle of the e-book is a obstacle that characterises the Victorian interval: the impossibility of reconciling imperial aggression with liberal family values.
By John Peck
A ground-breaking examine of the way literature either mirrored and contributed to the eclipse and next revival of militarism within the 19th century. concentrating on 4 significant disputes within the Crimea, India, the Sudan, and South Africa in addition to the position of the military in Britain, John Peck examines how Victorian writers replied to army concerns. on the middle of the e-book is a obstacle that characterises the Victorian interval: the impossibility of reconciling imperial aggression with liberal family values.
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By Pierre Reverdy
Translated from French by means of Ron Padgett. PROSE POEMS is Peirre Reverdy's first number of poems, initially released in 1967. "I enjoyed its austerity, its spookiness, and what I speculated to be its cubism...Dedications--removed from later editions--were to Max Jacob, Pablo Gargallo, Henri Laurens, Marcelle Braque, Josette Gris, Andre point, Pablo Picasso, Leonce Rosenberg, Claude Laurens, Marthe Laurens, Juan Gris, Henri Matisse, and Georges Braque, all of whom have been neighbors or associates of the author"--Ron Padgett.
By Pierre Reverdy
Translated from French by means of Ron Padgett. PROSE POEMS is Peirre Reverdy's first number of poems, initially released in 1967. "I enjoyed its austerity, its spookiness, and what I speculated to be its cubism...Dedications--removed from later editions--were to Max Jacob, Pablo Gargallo, Henri Laurens, Marcelle Braque, Josette Gris, Andre point, Pablo Picasso, Leonce Rosenberg, Claude Laurens, Marthe Laurens, Juan Gris, Henri Matisse, and Georges Braque, all of whom have been neighbors or associates of the author"--Ron Padgett.
By Tadeusz Rożewicz
By Xingyun
This publication is a set of Ch'an poems, lots of which have been penned via celebrated Ch'an masters. grasp Hsing Yun, writer of Being reliable (Weatherhill, Inc) and just a nice Rain (Wisdom), deals us his statement on every one of those poems, giving us the good thing about his a long time of deep perform and perception. The master's commentaries now not basically include many tales but in addition new verses in their personal which shed mild at the which means of those appealing poems.
By Xingyun
This publication is a set of Ch'an poems, lots of which have been penned via celebrated Ch'an masters. grasp Hsing Yun, writer of Being reliable (Weatherhill, Inc) and just a nice Rain (Wisdom), deals us his statement on every one of those poems, giving us the good thing about his a long time of deep perform and perception. The master's commentaries now not basically include many tales but in addition new verses in their personal which shed mild at the which means of those appealing poems.
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By Whitaker's
This booklet is a wealthy collection of writing that has prompted the 20 th century and past. With 100 of the simplest titles absolutely reviewed and another suggested, you’ll speedy set out on a trip of discovery. The ebook additionally helps you to browse by means of topic and comprises “a reader’s fast-guide to the classics,” earlier award-winners, and ebook membership recommendations.
By Whitaker's
This booklet is a wealthy collection of writing that has prompted the 20 th century and past. With 100 of the simplest titles absolutely reviewed and another suggested, you’ll speedy set out on a trip of discovery. The ebook additionally helps you to browse by means of topic and comprises “a reader’s fast-guide to the classics,” earlier award-winners, and ebook membership recommendations.
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