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Through the Looking Glass - Lewis Carroll - Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There (also known as Alice Through the Looking-Glass or simply Through the Looking-Glass) is a novel published on 27 December 1871 (though indicated as 1872) by Lewis Carroll and the sequel to Alices Adventures in Wonderland (1865). Alice again enters a fantastical world, this time by climbing through a mirror into the world that she can see beyond it. There she finds that, just like a reflection, everything is reversed, including logic (for example, running helps one remain stationary, walking away from something brings one towards it, chessmen are alive, nursery rhyme characters exist, and so on).

In Three Tales of the Ring, Robert E. Howard masterfully weaves a collection of vivid narratives that delve into the realms of fantasy and adventure, showcasing his signature blend of lyrical prose and robust character development. Each tale encapsulates Howards early 20th-century context, reflecting his interest in the mythical and the heroic while exploring themes of valor, destiny, and the supernatural. The stories serve as a testament to Howards innovative approach to the fantasy genre, paving the way for future writers in the realm of sword and sorcery. Robert E. Howard, born in 1906 in Texas, was a prolific writer whose imagination thrived on the stories of ancient heroes and lost civilizations. Influenced by his deep-seated interest in history, mythology, and the human condition, Howard penned these tales as part of his broader oeuvre, which includes the renowned Conan the Barbarian series. His experiences in a rapidly changing America and his fascination with adventure narratives greatly shaped his literary voice, allowing him to create environments rich in both texture and intrigue. I highly recommend Three Tales of the Ring to readers seeking an exhilarating escape into fantasy literature. Howards captivating storytelling and deeply imaginative landscapes provide a unique lens through which to examine the archetypes of heroism. This collection not only entertains but also invites readers to ponder the eternal conflict between civilization and chaos, making it a significant work for both seasoned fans and newcomers to the genre.

Description"Three Realms" is one of the selected works in the Nebula Award-winning collection. The content mainly includes "Three Realms" by Wanxiang Fengnian, "Life is full of missed encounters" by He Xi, and "The water of the Canglang River" by Fei Dao, among others. The titular novella, "Three Realms," is presented in the form of a fairy tale, exploring the meaning of individual existence through the life experiences of two small animals. It examines the state of the world and human existence, reveals the human condition, and attempts to find new ways to resist alienation and rebuild the world through reflection on traditional culture. The novellas pursuit of an ideal world for humanity expresses the common spiritual dilemmas faced by modern people.Author BiographyThe Global Chinese Science Fiction Nebula Awards were established in 2017 with the support of the World Chinese Science Fiction Association. The awards target the global Chinese science fiction field and are held annually.The Global Chinese Science Fiction Nebula Awards serve not only as a benchmark for evaluating Chinese science fiction literature but also as an excellent window for observing the development of Chinese science fiction literature.

The Seven Armies deadliest blades are at their best in Three Quarters, a collection of three exciting shorts set in Tanya Huffs Quarters universe.In "Death Rites" sibling assassins Bannon and Vree must eliminate a dangerous traitor whos already thwarted several other professionals.In "Exactly," Vree and Bannon slip surveillance shifts in between body rubs and drinks when they take a holiday, assassin-style. And in the novelette, "Quartered," on Kovars orders, the young bard Evicka risks her life to spy on Vree and Gyhard in Bicaz.Featuring an all-new foreword and new story introductions from the author, Three Quarters is sure to delight fans of The Quarters Series with Tanya Huffs pitch-perfect harmony of adventure, intrigue, and wit.

ENTER A WORLD POWERED BY LEY LINES!Having survived the Apocalyptic Shattering of the Nexus---the hub created to harness the magical power of the ley lines---Wielder Kara Tremain and ex-Dog Allan Garrett have led their small group of refugees to the Hollow, a safe haven in the hills on the edge of the plains.But the ley system is not healing itself. Their only option is to repair the distortion that engulfs the city of Erenthrall and fix the damaged ley lines themselves. To do that, theyll have to enter streets controlled by vicious bands of humans and non-humans alike, intent on keeping what little theyve managed to scavenge together from whats left of the city.And nothing in the city they once knew remains as it was. Everything has changed. All except one thing, the radical group of terrorists that many believe caused the Shattering in the first place: The Kormanley!

From USA Today bestselling author comes an original, subversive fairytale about a kind-hearted, toad-shaped heroine, a gentle knight, and a mission gone completely sideways, perfect for fans of Alix E. Harrow and Katharine Arden.Theres a princess trapped in a tower. This isnt her story.Meet Toadling. On the day of her birth, she was stolen from her family by the fairies, but she grew up safe and loved in the warm waters of faerieland. Once an adult though, the fae ask a favor of Toadling: return to the human world and offer a blessing of protection to a newborn child. Simple, right?If only.Centuries later, a knight approaches a towering wall of brambles, where the thorns are as thick as your arm and as sharp as swords. Hes heard theres a curse here that needs breaking, but its a curse Toadling will do anything to uphold...

Mito y magia se entremezclan en esta novela ganadora de los premios World Fantasy y Mythopoeic en 1991.Un bardo vive de sus palabras y sus melodías, pero, en ocasiones, también de sus mentiras.Thomas, juglar despierto y audaz, tendra que poner a prueba sus habilidades cuando la poderosa reina del pais de las hadas se encapriche de el. En su cautiverio en un mundo de acertijos y magia, opulencia y peligro, comprendera el verdadero poder de las palabras.Una nueva mirada a la clasica leyenda escocesa del siglo XV que treinta y cinco años despues de su publicacion original sigue sorprendiendo con la belleza y originalidad de su prosa.

In the smoky underworld of 1860s London, a labyrinth of molly houses, crumbling estates and illicit affairs, this gloriously gothic trans retelling of The Picture of Dorian Gray unfurls a twisting tale of love, deceit, and dissolution.This atmospheric reimagining is perfect for fans of Every Exquisite Thing and The Spirit Bares Its Teeth.London, 1867. Dorian Gray is wealthy, beautiful, and miserable. Heir to both the fortune and reputation of their austere, manipulative grandfather, their only moments of joy are snatched by sneaking out to their fathers gallery for secret visits. One night, they meet a sweet, talented young painter named Basil, who immediately recognizes Dorian as his new muse. Dorian is struck by the beauty and depth that Basil paints into their portraitand dares to hope there might be more to life than living as their grandfathers perfect, empty-headed heir.Basil and his friend Henry Wootton introduce Dorian to the heady world of molly houses and drag performers. But Dorians double life is shattered when a police investigation implicates them in "indecent" activities, andterrified of their grandfathers wraththey offer evidence against beloved drag performer Sybil Vane. Fleeing London in shame and disgrace, Dorian sets up a scandalous life in the country as Henrys mistress, throwing extravagant parties and breaking hearts at every turn.As Dorians spiral of self-loathing deepens, something strange happens: the portrait begins to change. Their smile becomes a little sharper, the glint in their eyes a little colder. Dorian will soon have to choose: embrace the wickedness within and become what they were always meant to be, or dare to try for something far more fragile and dangerous: a life of their own making.

This Side of Paradise - Francis Scott Fitzgerald - F. Scott Fitzgeralds cherished debut novel announced the arrival of a brilliant young writer and anticipated his masterpiece, The Great Gatsby. Published in 1920, when the author was just twenty-three, This Side of Paradise recounts the education of young Amory Blaineegoistic, versatile, callow, imaginative. As Amory makes his way among debutantes and Princeton undergraduates, we enter an environment heady with the promise of everything that was new in the vigorous, restless America after World War I. We experience Amorys sailing hopes, crushing defeats, deep loves and stubborn losses. His growth from self-absorption to sexual awareness and personhood unfolds with continuous improvisatory energy and delight. Fitzgeralds remarkable formal inventiveness couches Amorys narrative among songs, poems, dramatic dialogue, questions and answers. The novels freshness and vervepraised upon publication, now renowned by historyonly heighten the sense that the world being described is our own, modern world.Published in 1920, and taking its title from a line of the Rupert Brooke poem Tiare Tahiti, the book examines the lives and morality of post-World War I youth. Its protagonist, Amory Blaine, is an attractive Princeton University student who dabbles in literature. The novel explores the theme of love warped by greed and status-seeking.

The wealthier Americans intensely lived the 1920s, also known as the "Roaring Twenties," the Jazz Age, and the era of grand parties fueled by illegal drinks, when F. Scott Fitzgerald published what would become his first major literary success: This Side of Paradise. The book tells the story of the young Amory Blaine. A rich, handsome, intelligent, and arrogant boy. Annoying and irritatingly charming. He is a product of what intellectuals call the American "Lost Generation." A generation that was enchanted by progress and its machines, yet discontented and restless with the countrys situation and the austerity of the older generation. No one depicted this American historical period with as much talent and sensitivity as Scott Fitzgerald, especially since his life and the lives of his characters intertwine in the book in an unmistakable way.

A thrilling adventure packed with laughs, escapes and kick-ass action, about a smart-talking bunch of rogues and dropouts being thrust into an epic quest to save the future and meddle with the destinies of empires. From the fan-favourite Warhammer 40k author, perfect for fans of Kings of the Wyld and Arcane.Kitt Carver is one of the best diviners in the business at finding destinies for the rich and powerful. When shes nearly killed, and her regular broker is murdered, it becomes clear that someone has an issue with the last destiny that she found.Determined not to let anyone else die, Kitt gathers a mismatched group including Two Tongue Derna, her childhood friend and now a renowned street duellist; Sulian the Swallowmage, powerful but plagued with intrusive visions of futures; and Donal Klae, Kitts one-night stand who was accidentally responsible for her near-murder and sets off across the Timeless Lands to warn the destinys recipient.However, unbeknownst to Kitt, she has her own destiny; one which might spell disaster for everyone.

James Blaylock is one of the finest writers in the fantasy field. Sixteen of his acclaimed short stories are collected here for the first time. Included is "Thirteen Phantasms," his brilliant World Fantasy Award-winning story of a man who returns to the Golden Age of science fiction through an ad in a pulp magazine. "Myron Chester and the Toads" recounts one mans encounter with aliens and the effect it has on him and his neighbors. And in the strange otherworldly California of "Paper Dragons" one mans obsession with the creation of a dragon slowly destroys him.

Theres a lot of responsibility involved with being the most powerful wizard in the world, and Magdelene wants nothing to do with any of it. Lazy, lusty, and more likely to be found lying in the sun than casting runes or sacrificing unfortunate goats, shed really rather avoid dealing with challenges, errant apprentices, demons, dragons, death, and bureaucracy.These seven stories include Third Time Lucky, Tanya Huffs first professional sale to George Scithers at Amazing Stories. Thirty years, thirty novels, eighty-three short stories, and one television show later, this is where it all began.

ON TOP OF THAT, IT WAS RAININGThere were worse things than being naked, freezing and alone in a forest. For instance, there was being naked, freezing, not alone, and not sure of who the hell you were.Joanne Baldwin has had better days - at least she hopes she has. After waking up on her own in a forest, shes found by two rescuers she doesnt recognise at all. One supernaturally gorgeous guy might have been her lover. The other says he can control the weather . . . and so can she.Not everyone looking for Joanne has her best interests at heart, and with no way of telling friend from foe, Joanne is quickly lost in a fog of deception. Now she must rebuild herself, one memory at a time, before someone else steals her life - and she disappears into thin air. . .

This mail-order bride was meant for another... but nothing will stop these two sexy cowboys from claiming her, even if it means impersonating the groom.The Wild West of 1885 Montana is about to get a little wilder...Elizabeth Lewis was born out of wedlock and although her mother later married, Elizabeth lived her entire life branded by her mothers single night of reckless passion. Her life takes a turn for the worse when her stepfather dies, leaving her fate, along with that of her two half-sisters, in the hands of a cruel and judgmental uncle. Rather than accept an arranged marriage to a man three times her age, Elizabeth decides to take her chances in the Montana Territory as a mail order bride. It couldnt be any worse, or could it?Ford Ellison and Logan Smythe are heading west after long years of service on foreign soil. A twist of fate lands them at the poker table across from a vile man by the name of Samuel Jenkins. He and his grown sons are bragging to all who will listen about how they plan to share the unsuspecting woman whos responded to their advertisement for a bride. When their virginal, perfect bride arrives by stage, shell be in for quite a horrible surprise.Ford and Logan take one look at the lovely Elizabeth and know they cant allow that kind of evil to touch her, even if it means telling a little white lie. The only way to save her is to marry her themselves, and the only way to convince beautiful, honorable Elizabeth to go along is to assume the identity of one twisted, evil man by the name of Samuel Jenkins. Ford and Logan are convinced all they need is time, time to conquer Elizabeths body and to win her heart.USA Today Bestseller Grace Goodwin joins USA Today Bestseller Vanessa Vale in Bridgewater, Montana: Where menage meets marriage.Publishers Note: Their Conquered Bride is a stand-alone book set in the same world as Vanessa Vales Bridgewater Menage Series.Other books in the Bridgewater Menage Series:Their Runaway Bride- Book .5Their Kidnapped Bride- Book 1Their Wayward Bride- Book 2Their Captivated Bride- Book 3Their Treasured Bride- Book 4Their Christmas Bride- Book 5Their Reluctant Bride- Book 6Their Stolen Bride- Book 7Their Brazen Bride- Book 8Plus... Their Conquered Bride by Grace Goodwin

In "The Yellow Pearl," Adeline M. Teskey intricately weaves a tale that delves deep into the complexities of identity, memory, and the subtle interplay of cultural heritage. Set against a vibrant backdrop, Teskey employs a lyrical prose style that is both evocative and engaging, drawing readers into the nuanced lives of her characters. The novel is steeped in rich imagery and reflective narrative techniques, allowing for a captivating exploration of the protagonists journey toward self-discovery, as she navigates the external and internal landscapes shaped by familial ties and societal pressures. Literary scholars may find the thematic elements resonate with post-colonial discourse, as the text examines the tensions between tradition and modernity within a multicultural framework. Adeline M. Teskeys background in anthropology and her personal experiences have profoundly informed her narrative choices, providing a unique lens through which she interprets the world. Having spent years immersed in diverse cultural environments, Teskeys authentic voice shines in "The Yellow Pearl," as it transcends mere storytelling to illuminate the intricate relationship between identity and belonging. Her dedication to understanding human connectivity fuels the emotional depth that permeates the novel. This book is highly recommended for readers seeking a profound exploration of identity and culture. Teskeys seamlessly crafted narrative not only captivates but also prompts critical reflection on the readers own sense of self within the larger societal fabric. "The Yellow Pearl" is a significant addition to contemporary literature, inviting introspection and dialogue, making it a must-read for literature enthusiasts and scholars alike.

It is well for the fairy-loving public that Mr. Andrew Lang should go bravely on publishing his delightful Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow Fairy Books as if the cry of " too many books " had never been uttered. The juvenile clientele whom he addresses is an ever-increasing one and is as many-colored as Josephs or as Parsifals coat. So skilful a caterer as this keen-eyed Scotchman is not often found: an intellectual gourmand of the first water, long since awarded the cordon bleu in the fine art of fairy-tales, he knows what his public likes-the exacting, appreciative boy-and-girl public whose instinctive cleverness tells them what is good and what is not. His sympathetic nature makes all children congenial to him, and he has remained child enough, despite Homeric disquisitions and scientific fads in folk-lore, to pick out with infallible taste just what they like. " The Yellow Fairy Book" is full of tales from uncouth tongues like Polish, Hungarian, Russian and Red Indian, but also sprinkled with old favorites like Andersens " Tin Soldier " and Grimms "Iron Stone." A glimpse or two from the fanciful French "Cabinet des Fees " is also to be found in this capital collection, which is prefaced by a good-natured but sharp-tongued stricture on the false position of Mr. Laurence Gomme and his rather portentous Folk-Lore Society. This book is fully illustrated and annotated with a rare extensive biographical sketch of the author, Andrew Lang, written by Sir Edmund Gosse, CB, a contemporary poet and writer.

It is well for the fairy-loving public that Mr. Andrew Lang should go bravely on publishing his delightful Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow Fairy Books as if the cry of " too many books " had never been uttered. The juvenile clientele whom he addresses is an ever-increasing one and is as many-colored as Josephs or as Parsifals coat. So skilful a caterer as this keen-eyed Scotchman is not often found: an intellectual gourmand of the first water, long since awarded the cordon bleu in the fine art of fairy-tales, he knows what his public likes-the exacting, appreciative boy-and-girl public whose instinctive cleverness tells them what is good and what is not. His sympathetic nature makes all children congenial to him, and he has remained child enough, despite Homeric disquisitions and scientific fads in folk-lore, to pick out with infallible taste just what they like. " The Yellow Fairy Book" is full of tales from uncouth tongues like Polish, Hungarian, Russian and Red Indian, but also sprinkled with old favorites like Andersens " Tin Soldier " and Grimms "Iron Stone." A glimpse or two from the fanciful French "Cabinet des Fees " is also to be found in this capital collection, which is prefaced by a good-natured but sharp-tongued stricture on the false position of Mr. Laurence Gomme and his rather portentous Folk-Lore Society. This book is fully illustrated and annotated with a rare extensive biographical sketch of the author, Andrew Lang, written by Sir Edmund Gosse, CB, a contemporary poet and writer.

It is well for the fairy-loving public that Mr. Andrew Lang should go bravely on publishing his delightful Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow Fairy Books as if the cry of " too many books " had never been uttered. The juvenile clientele whom he addresses is an ever-increasing one and is as many-colored as Josephs or as Parsifals coat. So skilful a caterer as this keen-eyed Scotchman is not often found: an intellectual gourmand of the first water, long since awarded the cordon bleu in the fine art of fairy-tales, he knows what his public likes-the exacting, appreciative boy-and-girl public whose instinctive cleverness tells them what is good and what is not. His sympathetic nature makes all children congenial to him, and he has remained child enough, despite Homeric disquisitions and scientific fads in folk-lore, to pick out with infallible taste just what they like. " The Yellow Fairy Book" is full of tales from uncouth tongues like Polish, Hungarian, Russian and Red Indian, but also sprinkled with old favorites like Andersens " Tin Soldier " and Grimms "Iron Stone." A glimpse or two from the fanciful French "Cabinet des Fees " is also to be found in this capital collection, which is prefaced by a good-natured but sharp-tongued stricture on the false position of Mr. Laurence Gomme and his rather portentous Folk-Lore Society. This book is fully illustrated and annotated with a rare extensive biographical sketch of the author, Andrew Lang, written by Sir Edmund Gosse, CB, a contemporary poet and writer.

A delightfully witty and mordant modern classic from Finland: the story of a journalist who befriends an injured hare and embarks into the Finnish wildernessKaarlo Vatanen is fed up with his life. Hes sick of his job, his wife, his urban lifestyle in Helsinki. But all this changes one warm summers evening, when he encounters an injured hare on a deserted country road.On an impulse he cant fully explain, Vatanen abruptly abandons his car, his home, his wife and his job to chase the hare into the forest. A year of comic misadventures ensues, where Vatanen and his unlikely companion battle through forest fires, pagan sacrifices, military war games and encounters with murderous bears, kept afloat by the help and understanding of other sympathetic free spirits.A much-loved classic in Finland, The Year of the Hare is a freewheeling adventure through the Finnish countryside, and a witty portrayal of one mans long detour from conventional living.