****WINNER of The Kitschies Red Tentacle Award 2023***An epic fantasy with rich world-building and a wry take on genre conventions from a Betty Trask Award-winning author--***Inar is Master Builder for the Kingdom of Mishig-Tenh. Life is hard after the Kingdom lost the war against the League of Free Cities. Doubly so since his father betrayed the King and paid the ultimate price. And now the King’s terrifying chancellor and torturer in chief has arrived and instruct...

"A memorable addition to the literature about the summer's game" from the author of Shoeless Joe—the basis for the film Field of Dreams ( Detroit Free Press).Bearing W. P. Kinsella's trademark combination of "sweet-natured prose and a richly imagined world," The Iowa Baseball Confederacy tells the story of Gideon Clark, a man on a quest ( The Philadelphia Inquirer). He is out to prove ...

The invasion of the future has begun.Literary legends including Steven Millhauser, Junot Diáz, Amiri Baraka, and Katharine Dunn have attacked the borders of the every day. Like time traveling mad-scientists, they have concocted outrageous creations from the future. They have seized upon tales of technology gone wrong and mandated that pulp fiction must finally grow up.In these wildly-speculative stories you will discover the company that controls the world from an alley in ...

BEHOLD! THE EYES OF THE NIGHTMARE AGE!Gather here for the story of Arcana! It is told that long ago the web of her shadow brought about pure darkness and, in her death, she hid her eight eyes throughout the world, sought after by the Unbroken Weave and their band of silk addicts.Look within and gaze upon her eyes: A boy whose words will shock and awe any ears who dare to listen! A junkie on a mission to smuggle the unthinkable for the Unbroken Weave! Girls ...

Livingstone begins by detailing Slessor's early life in Dundee, Scotland, where she grew up in poverty. Despite her difficult circumstances, Slessor's strong Christian faith and sense of purpose led her to join the Presbyterian Church's missionary work in Nigeria. The biography traces her arrival in Calabar in 1876 and her determination to live among the local people, learning their language, customs, and gaining their trust.Slessor’s work went beyond traditional missionary activities. She...

Set against the backdrop of the Great War, the novel likely portrays the patriotic fervor and spirit of heroism prevalent at the time. Through the adventures of the protagonists, readers are likely to encounter themes of bravery, sacrifice, loyalty, and national pride.Given its publication date and subject matter, "Two Daring Young Patriots" is likely to offer readers an exciting and action-packed narrative filled with suspenseful escapades and stirring portrayals of heroism in the face of...

The story is set in the 14th century, during the reign of Edward III, and follows the adventures of a young hero named Edgar. Known for his bravery and readiness, Edgar becomes entangled in the political and military affairs of the time.As the plot unfolds, Edgar faces various challenges and adventures, reflecting the turbulent and dynamic nature of the period. The novel likely includes themes of chivalry, honor, and loyalty, as Edgar navigates through battles, court intrigues, and persona...

Livingstone presents Slessor's journey as one filled with adventure and profound faith. He describes how she traveled deep into the Nigerian jungle, settling in Okoyong, an area rife with tribal conflict, superstitions, and practices such as human sacrifice. Through sheer determination, Slessor earned the respect of the local people, mediating disputes and stopping harmful practices such as the killing of twins, which was based on local beliefs that twins were cursed.The biography emphasiz...

Sir Walter Scott: A Lecture at the Sorbonne by W. P. Ker is an enlightening exploration of the life, literary genius, and cultural impact of one of Scotland’s most celebrated authors. This lecture delves into Scott’s contributions to literature, examining how his novels, poems, and historical narratives shaped modern storytelling and inspired generations of readers and writers. At the heart of this work lies its compelling hook: discover the enduring legacy of Sir Walter Scott, the pioneer...

In the early 1970s, the problem of arousing and maintaining the curiosity of children had been a recurrent theme in reports concerned with the development of new school curricula. However, before these ideas could be translated into soundly based practical measures, an increased understanding of what is involved in the activities of questioning and answering was needed.Originally published in 1972, the research reported in these two volumes presents a theoretical framework for desc...

Enjoy tales that go beyond your usual graphic horror.Step into a world where the mundane transforms into the extraordinary, and the line between reality and nightmare blurs with terrifying consequences. This chilling collection of modern horror tales plunges readers into the depths of human fears, desires, and the supernatural forces that lurk just beneath the surface of everyday life.From a seemingly innocent family barbecue that takes a sinister turn, to ...