In the early nineteenth century, a new and devastating weapon arrived in Aotearoa New Zealand: the musket. What began as limited exchanges between Māori and European traders soon transformed the balance of power between iwi, reshaping alliances, rivalries, and warfare across the islands.Between 1806 and 1845, the Māori Musket Wars brought a period of extraordinary upheaval. Powerful chiefs sought access to firearms to defend their people, expand their influence, and settle long-sta...

The History of the SlavsFrom the forests and steppes of Eastern Europe to the rise of powerful medieval kingdoms, discover the remarkable story of the Slavic peoples.Few peoples have left a mark on European history as profound as the Slavs. From humble beginnings among the forests, rivers, and plains of Eastern Europe, Slavic-speaking communities spread across a vast territory, encountering Romans, Byzantines, Vikings, Germanic peoples, and...

Ready to take your Rocket League knowledge to the next level? Video game fans can start their engines and score the coolest, most surprising trivia on wild vehicles, legendary moves, real-world stats, and more—plus test their know-how with brain-busting questions. Equipped with a dynamic design and punchy fast facts, this unofficial guide makes it easy (and fun) for young readers and gamers of all skills to level up their “soccar” expertise!

How many world records does Lisa hold? How many years did Lisa train before becoming a member of Blackpink? How many pets does she have? Fans can learn the answers to these questions and others in this collection of fun facts, fabulous photos, and more, featuring the popular K-pop star!

What is Bad Bunny’s real name? What star did he perform with at the Super Bowl? What is the name of Bad Bunny’s 2025 Adidas sneaker? Bad Bunny's fans, known as Los Conejos, can learn the answers to these questions and others in this collection of fun facts, fabulous photos, and more, featuring the Puerto Rican performer!

Ready to take your Animal Crossing knowledge to the next level? Video game fans can move in and collect the coolest, most surprising trivia on the franchise’s lovable characters, fun DIY customizations, real-world stats, and more—plus test their know-how with mind-tickling questions. Equipped with a dynamic design and punchy fast facts, this unofficial guide makes it easy (and fun) for young readers and gamers of all skills to level up their villager savvy!

In 2022, James McDermott lost his sixty-year-old father to COVID after three weeks in intensive care. In* Father Myself*, his second collection from Nine Arches Press, McDermott explores his father's complex illness and death; grief; growth and how as a queer boy then a bereaved son, he had to learn to father himself.In clear-sighted and often hard-hitting poems, McDermott takes the reader onto the frontline of the pandemic – documenting the experience and trauma of a COVID-bereave...

“Sparrow the Tramp: A Fable for Children" is indeed a children's book written by Lily F. Wesselhoeft. Unfortunately, I couldn't find specific information about an illustrator named Jessie McDermott Walcott in relation to this book.However, "Sparrow the Tramp" is a heartwarming fable that tells the story of Sparrow, a little bird who embarks on a journey to find a new home. Along the way, Sparrow encounters various challenges and learns important lessons about friendship, perseverance, and ...

On the road east of fallen Babylon, a nameless wanderer carries hunger, guilt, and a silence he refuses to explain.When three mysterious warriors place an ancient dagger in his hand, they tell him it is a key, a debt, and a mercy. Beyond the ruined roads lies Cathay, a place whispered about in famine houses, war camps, and dying prayers. Some say peace waits there. Some say hope. Some say a garden.But Cathay is no simple refuge.Beneath its roots lies the Casket of F...

Simault and the MasterHe kicked the monastery gate because no one would answer it.Three weeks of dust and mountain road behind him. A merchant's fortune abandoned without explanation. And a question Simault could not stop asking, ever since the afternoon beneath an ancient oak when everything he believed himself to be peeled away for one impossible breath and left something behind that had no name.Madness or revelation. He climbed a mountain to find...

"Down at Caxton's" by William A. McDermott is a captivating exploration of the world of publishing and the intricate relationships that develop within it. The narrative unfolds in a bustling bookstore, where the lives of various characters intertwine, revealing their dreams, struggles, and the power of literature. McDermott's vivid descriptions and engaging dialogue bring the setting to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the literary community. The bo...

KOLCHAK: THE NIGHT STALKER THROUGH THE YEARS Carl Kolchak has faced more than his share of monsters throughout his infamous career. Now, Monstrous Books presents 13 short stories chronicling the intrepid reporter's exploits from his time in World War II until his semi-retirement in the 1990s. Kolchak's luck runs out during World War II. Devils in the outfield stir up trouble in the '50s. A road trip with editor Tony Vincenzo in the '70s takes a turn for the worse. Lovecraftian horrors esca...