Cervantine Futures places the writings of Miguel de Cervantes into conversation with some of the most pressing issues in cultural studies, critical theory, and sociopolitical discourse of the last decade. Assembling a diverse range of prominent and emerging scholars in the field, this volume stakes a claim for Hispanism’s place in the growing scholarly movement to vindicate pre- and early modernity for its incisive and often singular perspective on race, gender, ability, the body,...

Paradise fit in a van. The apocalypse fit in eight bars.If the blindfolds in Bird Box kept you up at night, the silence in The Rhythm Is Going to Get You will finish the job. If you've ever had a song lodge in your head and play all day long, consider this your warning. Invasion of the Body Snatchers gave you neighbors who came back wrong. Station Eleven gave you a world worth mourning. This gives you both, and one man who can't hear it coming.

This is the first book to fully examine – in depth and breadth – the topic of sport as soft power.With nation states increasingly realising the potential of sport as a geopolitical tool, and with sporting organisations becoming increasingly visible and influential as political actors on the global stage, this book explores the international politics of sport and the geopolitical trends that are likely to shape international sport for decades to come. The book begins by defining “so...

In this vicious, genre-bending ghost story, The Outsiders meets The Crow in a sharp examination of the lust for power, the legacy of redemption, and what happens when the haunted want revenge.In the shadowy world of the Lower Alleys lives a gang of delinquents known as the Creeps. Living just to survive, they fight and steal without regard for who they hurt—after all, it’s their victim’s own fault they have food and money and are standing right th...

This volume examines Greenland’s challenging paths towards independence and explores the fundamental tension between Greenland’s aspirations for sovereignty and the geopolitical realities of Arctic strategic competition. The book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding Greenland’s strategic options through detailed examination of its socio-economic, foreign, security, and defence policy, the Kingdom–Greenland relationship, and external pressures and offers from major powers. I...

American-African Warriors is a gripping memoir that moves from global conflict zones to the deeply personal front lines of mental health, resilience, and recovery. As a security contractor supporting U.S. diplomatic missions, Paul Michael Miles traveled the globe. He witnessed civil unrest, lived near Al-Qaeda camps just days before 9/11, and stood amid extraordinary instability.Rooted in a multigenerational legacy of patriotism and military service, this b...

Meet Millicent Gearwright, an ingenious young clockmaker from the world of Gearturn, where time is literally falling apart. Days blur into nights, seasons clash, and history unravels in disarray. To save her home and the universe, Millicent must find the cause of these time malfunctions and fix the Time Core before it's too late.Joined by her trusty robot Quark, her poetic friend Orin, and the daring time-stealing pirate Barnaby Blackwater, Millicent embarks on a thrilling adventur...

What if the deadliest weapon of World War II wasn't the atomic bomb… but something hidden in your DNA?When a wave of mysterious viral outbreaks strikes across Europe, Interpol agent Jack Kavanaugh is thrust into a dangerous investigation that leads straight to a buried family secret. Decades after WWII, a long-forgotten Nazi experiment—helmed by Jack's own grandfather—has resurfaced in the hands of a radical eco-anarchist group determined to reshape humanity throug...

When young Oliver receives a mysterious, enchanted compass from an ancient, long-forgotten traveler, he is thrust into a world of magic and adventure he never could have imagined. The compass, however, is not just an ordinary trinket—it is a powerful artifact tied to the very fate of the world. With its guidance, Oliver embarks on a perilous journey to heal the Veil, a magical barrier that has long protected the land but now lies shattered and corrupted by dark forces.As Oliver ven...

The Cloud That Learned to Shine is a captivating allegorical tale of transformation, resilience, and self-discovery. Following the journey of a humble cloud, the story explores its evolution from a passive, drifting presence into a radiant force capable of shining through even the darkest storms.In the beginning, the cloud is unsure of its purpose, swept along by the winds of life and overwhelmed by the looming uncertainty of its path. But as it faces storms, encounters moments of ...

The Magical Seeds of Kindness is an inspiring exploration of the transformative power of kindness, showing how even the smallest acts can create lasting change in our lives and the world around us. Through this book, readers will discover how kindness—rooted in empathy, compassion, and love—can be a force for personal growth, stronger relationships, and social change.Each chapter delves into a different aspect of kindness, from understanding others through empathy to cultivating se...

The Whispering Tree of Wisdom is a transformative journey that invites readers to discover the profound life lessons embedded in nature. Through the symbolic lens of a tree—its roots, branches, leaves, and cycles—this book explores timeless wisdom and the interconnectedness of all life. Each chapter unveils a unique aspect of personal growth, from embracing patience and the power of silence, to understanding the impermanence of life and death.Drawing from the deep wisdom of nature,...