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The Great God Pan is one of the most influential horror stories ever written. Arthur Machen crafts a deeply unsettling narrative that blends ancient mythology, forbidden science, and psychological dread. Rather than relying on explicit horror, the story evokes terror through suggestion and atmosphere, laying the groundwork for modern cosmic horror. Revered by writers such as H. P. Lovecraft, this novella remains a cornerstone of supernatural literature.

Carmilla is a pioneering work of vampire fiction that predates Dracula and profoundly influenced Bram Stoker. J. Sheridan Le Fanu weaves a haunting tale of seduction, secrecy, and supernatural terror, rich with Gothic atmosphere and psychological tension. Subtle, eerie, and deeply suggestive, this novella remains a classic of horror literature and queer Gothic studies.

Oliver Twist is one of Charles Dickenss most famous novels and a searing critique of social injustice in Victorian England. Through the story of an orphan boy navigating a brutal world of workhouses and crime, Dickens exposes the cruelty of poverty and the failures of institutional care. Combining moral outrage with unforgettable characters, this novel remains a cornerstone of English literature and social realism.

DescriptionGrace thought she had found the perfect man in Leomature, stable, and the envy of all her friends. Their relationship was a beacon of trust and commitment. But everything shatters when a routine medical check reveals a devastating truth: Grace has contracted a severe sexually transmitted infection. Instead of comfort, Leos reaction is one of violent rage, accusing her of betrayal and nearly choking her in a fit of fury. As Grace reels from the assault and the diagnosis, her loyal friend Lena becomes her rock. Together, they begin to question the foundation of her perfect relationship. When Leo spins a narrative of infidelity to Graces own parents, she must find the strength to defend her truth. In a gripping tale of gaslighting, family pressure, and self-discovery, Grace embarks on a painful journey to uncover where the infection truly came from and confront the unsettling reality about the man she thought she knew. The Unfaithful Truth is a suspenseful and emotional exploration of trust, betrayal, and one womans fight to reclaim her life and dignity.

"O Primeiro Grande Reinício", terceiro e último livro da trilogia O Comboio, baseia-se na teoria científica desenvolvida pelo autor: A Teoria do Universo Morto. A obra propõe um colapso temporal, ond

"He was a magnificent pyre of flesh... but there was no soul in the light of his eyes."Humphrey Van Weyden, a soft, bookish literary critic, is a passenger on a ferry that sinks in the fog of San Francisco Bay. He is rescued by the Ghost, a seal-hunting schooner bound for Japan. But his savior is no hero. Wolf Larsen, the captain of the Ghost, is a man of immense physical strength and terrifying intelligence who views human life as "cheap" and "a ferment." Forced into grueling labor, Humphrey must adapt to Larsens world of violence or perish. The novel becomes a deadly psychological game as the "Sissy" Van Weyden attempts to maintain his humanity while being molded by the "Sea-Wolf."The Superhuman vs. The Scholar: Wolf Larsen is one of literatures most formidable antagonists. A self-taught philosopher who reads Spencer and Nietzsche, he believes only in the reality of the flesh. The arrival of the captive poetess Maud Brewster shifts the stakes, turning the Ghost into a floating laboratory where the three characters clash over the existence of the soul and the meaning of love.A Struggle for Dominance: Londons vivid prose captures the visceral reality of life at seathe gutting of seals, the roar of the storms, and the constant threat of mutiny. As Wolf Larsens body begins to fail him due to mysterious headaches, the power dynamic shifts, leading to a climactic struggle for survival on a deserted island.Face the wolf of the sea. Purchase "The Sea-Wolf" today and test your own strength of will.

"Nature has many voices, but the most daunting of all is the White Silence."Step into the brutal, beautiful world of the Yukon at the height of the Gold Rush. In this collection of nine stories, Jack London introduces the legendary Malemute Kid, a man of iron will and rough justice who navigates a land where one false step means death. From the haunting existential dread of "The White Silence" to the high-stakes cultural negotiations of the title story, "The Son of the Wolf," London paints a vivid picture of a world where civilized laws vanish, leaving only the "Law of the North"a code of endurance, loyalty, and primal strength.The Birth of the Northland Saga: This collection serves as the foundation for everything London would later write in The Call of the Wild and White Fang. It explores the psychology of men and women pushed to their absolute limits by sub-zero temperatures, starvation, and the isolation of the wilderness.A Clash of Cultures: London provides a complex, often startling look at the interactions between the "Sons of the Wolf" (the white prospectors) and the Native tribes of the North. These stories grapple with the themes of intermarriage, territory, and the inevitable transformation of a culture faced with a relentless tide of outsiders.The "White Silence": The standout feature of this collection is Londons mastery of atmosphere. He describes the vast, frozen landscape not just as a setting, but as an active, oppressive force that tests the sanity and soul of every person who dares to enter it.Answer the call of the North. Purchase "The Son of the Wolf" today and experience the dawn of a literary legend.

Mário e o Mágico, de Thomas Mann, é uma novela ambientada em uma estância balneária da Itália, onde uma família alemã passa férias. O narrador observa desde o início um clima de desconforto e tensão

Beyond Good and Evil is one of Friedrich Nietzsches most influential philosophical works. In it, Nietzsche challenges traditional moral values, religious beliefs, and philosophical assumptions, calling for a reevaluation of truth and power. Provocative, complex, and intellectually daring, this book reshaped modern philosophy and continues to influence thought across literature, psychology, and cultural theory.

Um espírito travesso ronda as casas coreanas, escondendo-se perto do fogo e transformando pequenos acontecimentos do dia a dia em sinais de algo mágico. Entre risadas, sustos e gestos inesperados, o Dokkaebi revela que nem toda travessura e apenas brincadeira e que o mundo invisivel esta mais perto do que parece.

Esta obra reúne pensamentos, histórias, metáforas, lendas e contos que colhi, ao longo dos anos em leituras, livros, posts da internet, sites filosóficos, palestras que assisti, vídeos que descobri, dos quais no conheço os autores, mas so da sabedoria popular e algumas, cujos autores so conhecidos, dei o credito devido.Muitas, escritas por mim, mas claro, no recondito do cerebro criativo, as lembranças de tudo que vi, vivi e presenciei, so de coisas e pessoas que conheço, de problemas que foram comigo compartilhados e algumas delas homenageando pessoas e lugares que aprendi a amar.Grande parte do que aqui esta tem um fator historico magnifico que e a tradiço oral e com certeza o leitor ja as ouviu, leu, viu e conheceu em outras situaçes, mas sempre vale a pena manter viva a sabedoria.Desculpem-me se frustro algum leitor levando textos que ele ja conheça, mas o proposito aqui e a ALQUIMIA DA ALMA, a real transformaço do chumbo do conhecimento no ouro da sabedoria.

"Sing, O Muse, of the rage of Achillesand the man of many wiles."Experience the dual masterpieces that have shaped the worlds imagination for millennia. The Iliad plunges you into the final weeks of the Trojan War, where the demigod Achilles faces off against Hector under the watchful, meddling eyes of the Olympian gods. It is a visceral exploration of glory, grief, and the brutal reality of combat. The Odyssey picks up the threads of the wars aftermath, following the hero Odysseus on his ten-year struggle to return home to Ithaca. Battling cyclopes, sirens, and his own pride, Odysseuss journey is the ultimate testament to human resilience and the longing for home.The Heroic Code: Homer defines what it means to be a hero through two distinct archetypes: Achilles, the embodiment of kleos (eternal glory through strength), and Odysseus, the master of metis (cunning and intelligence). These works examine the cost of greatness and the inevitable tragedy of the human condition.The Divine Theater: The Trojan War is not just a human conflict; it is a game played by the gods. From Athenas wisdom to Poseidons wrath, the epics illustrate a world where destiny is woven by divine hands, yet human choices still resonate through the ages.Witness the birth of storytelling. Purchase "The Iliad & The Odyssey" today and walk among legends.

"I have lived before. I have lived in the youth of the world."A modern-day narrator is haunted by vivid, terrifying dreams of a life lived hundreds of thousands of years ago. These are not mere fantasies, but "ancestral memories" of his prehistoric self, Big-Tooth. Through these visions, Jack London paints a raw, uncompromising picture of our distant ancestors, "The Folk," as they navigate a world of constant peril. Living in caves and trees, Big-Tooth and his mate, Lisp-Lisp, must survive the predatory "Saber-Tooth" tigers and the looming threat of the "Fire People"a more advanced, aggressive species of hominids who possess the secrets of the bow and arrow.The Science of Ancestral Memory: London leans into the scientific theories of his time, suggesting that our dreams of falling or being hunted are actually genetic echoes of the real-life traumas of our ancestors. Before Adam is a psychological thriller that bridges the gap between the modern mind and the primal instincts that still linger within us.A Struggle for Social Evolution: Beyond the survival action, the novel explores the birth of human society. We witness the first clumsy attempts at cooperation, the emergence of language, and the tragic realization that "The Folk" are being outpaced by the more organized and violent Fire People. It is a haunting reflection on the brutality of natural selection and the "Red in Tooth and Claw" reality of the prehistoric world.Reclaim your primal heritage. Purchase "Before Adam" today and journey to the beginning of the human story.

"The Iron Heel will walk upon our faces... and yet we must dream of the Brotherhood of Man."Presented as the "Everhard Manuscript," a document discovered seven centuries in the future, The Iron Heel tells the story of the 20th-century collapse of democracy. The narrative follows Ernest Everhard, a charismatic labor leader, as he challenges the "Oligarchy"a ruthless cabal of industrial titans who seize control of the United States. As the Oligarchy (the "Iron Heel") crushes dissent with private armies and secret police, Everhard and his wife Avis are driven into a violent underground resistance. This is a visceral, high-stakes exploration of class warfare, revolutionary fervor, and the terrifying resilience of absolute power.A Blueprint for Dystopia: Londons vision is unique because it doesnt just show the fall; it explains the mechanics of how a superpower turns into a police state. From the manipulation of the press to the creation of "Labor Castes" designed to divide the working class, Londons political insights remain startlingly relevant to the modern age.The "People of the Abyss": The novels climax, featuring the "Chicago Commune," is one of the most intense sequences in political fiction. London portrays the raw, desperate fury of the downtrodden as they face the high-tech weaponry of the state. It is a sobering reminder of the human cost of systemic inequality and the enduring hope for a more just world.Read the book that inspired the masters of dystopia. Purchase "The Iron Heel" today.

With a heritage that harks back to the early Twenties, Jaguar is one of UKs oldest automobile marques still in business. As well being famous for several iconic sports cars such as the XK120, E-type and XK8 along with its many successes in international motorsport, it also has a reputation for producing elegant, luxurious and powerful saloons. These have included the Mk VII, Mk 2 and Mk X, plus eight generations of XJ, all of which set a new standard for their performance, ride and comfort.Launched in 1986, the fourth XJ model internally known by Jaguar as the XJ40 not only had a new and more modern design than its more traditional predecessors but also featured an innovative, and at the time class-leading, specification that included a clever onboard diagnostic system. However, never a car without issues the XJ40s gestation alone took well over a decade its many reliability issues would have a long lasting impact on both its reputation as well as Jaguar itself.

Scotland is a land steeped in romance often these stories end happily but, inevitably, they must sometimes end in tragedy too. The tale of love, faith and heartbreak has been told across the ages, a story that humanity never tires of reading. Such timeless magic weaves through the folk tales of this ancient land, now scattered across the pages of this book.Within this collection we learn of love in its many and varied forms; love between two people, between parents and children and between friends and communities. From selkies and fairies to witches, ghosts and even the Devil, these ancient Celtic myths are entwined with Scottish folk tales to bring to life experiences of doomed love, cursed love and love foretold by dreams. These tales have been carefully chosen and retold by Orkney storyteller Tom Muir and lovingly given form through the artwork of Hester Aspland.

Letterpress is an exciting and beautiful guide to this age-old craft. It celebrates the traditional process of printing moveable type on old historical presses, and gives it a contemporary blast with the latest designs and ideas. With over 200 photos, this book is an irresistible account of using letters to create unique prints with a strong message.

Theres something perverted about a Christmas tree I think theyre weird theyve got an aura like a malicious kind of an aura it looks perverted and it gives me the creeps. In an abandoned building somewhere above the Northern Line, with foxes prowling the deserted streets outside, a Jewish family gathers on Christmas Day. Sam Grabiners viciously funny play about family, belonging and the rituals we perform with the people we love opened at the Almeida Theatre, London, in December 2025.

O rato (Rattus norvegicus) é o animal mais frequentemente utilizado em ensaios experimentais. Durante o protocolo experimental, é necessária uma correta aplicação das medidas de biossegurança, de for

Desire burns brightest where control is tested.In Velvet Chains Part II: A Tale of Fire and Restraint, Cassian Ward deepens the tension between power and surrender, drawing the reader further into a world where dominance is never simpleand restraint is the most dangerous temptation of all.What began as a carefully negotiated dynamic is pushed to its limits as control slips, emotions surface, and desire threatens to ignite into something far less manageable. The rules are no longer theoretical. Each command carries consequence. Each act of restraint sharpens the hunger beneath it.Cassian Ward crafts a slow-burn erotic narrative where authority is earned, submission is conscious, and intimacy is forged through tension rather than release. Velvet Chains Part II is darker, more intense, and more emotionally charged than its predecessorexploring what happens when power is no longer perfectly balanced.This is erotic fiction for readers who crave atmosphere, psychological depth, and the exquisite ache of delayed surrender.For fans of dark romance, BDSM erotica, power-exchange dynamics, and emotionally intense erotic fiction.Adults only (18+).