Fleeing her past as a fraud investigator, a woman moves to Edinburgh seeking peace but finds her new home disrupted by the presence of the Devil living upstairs. As she navigates her unsettling situation, the story explores themes of danger, redemption, and the supernatural, blending suspense with a touch of dark humor.
Fusing hard science with brutal crime and lunar adventure, this book offers a visually engaging and immersive experience. It combines thrilling elements of a crime narrative with the unique backdrop of space exploration, creating a unique blend of genres. The story promises excitement and a fresh perspective on both crime and science fiction, making it a compelling read for fans of both.
The sequel delves deeper into the eerie world of Dr. Jekyll, exploring the consequences of his dual identity. As he grapples with the dark forces within him, the story unfolds with suspense and moral complexity, revealing the haunting effects of his experiments. Themes of identity, transformation, and the struggle between good and evil are intricately woven into the narrative, creating a chilling atmosphere that captivates readers and expands upon the original tale.
Set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Edinburgh, this atmospheric thriller weaves a tale rich in psychological suspense and horror. The narrative unfolds with elegance and a dark mastery, drawing readers into a chilling exploration of the human psyche. Anthony O'Neill crafts a gripping story that keeps readers on edge, blending historical context with intense emotional depth.
Philosophy, as seen by the ancient Greek philosophers, was an attempt to understand our world and the cosmos in a rational manner, without reference to gods or to religion in general. They had recognized from the outset, that faith based systems of religion were irreconcilable with philosophical thinking. This approach to living contrasted with everything preceding it in the world. The philosopher encouraged discussion of his theories and of their pertinence their ideas, are still today worthy of our closest attention. After putting the ancient Greeks in a fl eeting historical context, by considering the period called the "Age of Pericles and Alexander" and its monumental flowering in philosophy, architecture, literature, democracy, etc, we look briefl y at the progression and teaching of the founders of the main schools of philosophy. We fi nd that their teachings had also a practical orientation in that they provided a basis for a "way of living", aiming at social harmony. It is high time that this be re-discovered.
The narrative explores the historical context leading to the Holocaust, emphasizing that it was the culmination of long-standing events and societal changes prior to the Nazis' rise to power. It delves into the factors that contributed to this tragic period, providing insights into the political, social, and cultural dynamics that set the stage for such atrocities. The book aims to deepen the understanding of the Holocaust by examining the intricate web of history that preceded it.
It is nearly twenty years since Scheherazade spun her tales for a thousand and one nights; the tales that saved her life and immortalised the city that she had never seen - until now. Scheherazade and her husband, King Shahriyar, arrive in Baghdad to a rapturous welcome from the Caliph and his people, but within hours the Queen is kidnapped from her bathhouse, and disappears.An ancient prophecy leads the Caliph to despatch a motley crew of sailors on a rescue mission. As the seven unlikely saviours venture deeper into the unforgiving desert, losing camels, supplies, and all sense of direction, Scheherazade must face her abductors alone. And once again she begins to spin a tale to save her life...
Šeherezáda si svým vypravěčským uměním zachrání život. Avšak když se jí podaří získat lásku krále i celého Bagdádu, je unesena. Podle dávného proroctví ji může vysvobodit hrstka námořníků, z nichž pouze jediný přežije a dočká se odměny. Pátrání po královně začíná…
Seit Napoleon durch den Tausendsassa Vivant Denon von der Legende der Kammer der Ewigkeit gehört hat, sind seine Gedanken wie besessen von ihr. Es heißt, das altägyptische Gemach berge die Geheimnisse des ewigen Lebens und derUnsterblichkeit. Sie gilt als Schlüssel zur grenzenlosen Macht und man sagt, sie sei den großen Königen der Welt vorbehalten. Während Napoleon in Ägypten Krieg führt, fahndet der kluge Vivant Denon in seinem Auftrag nach der mysteriösenKammer. Endlich ist der große Tag gekommen, und Napoleon betritt voller Erwartung das Objekt seiner Begierde: Die Kammer der Ewigkeit. Doch bis zu seinem Tod quält ihn der Zweifel, ob er nicht das Opfer eines Betrugs geworden ist ...VierzigJahre später macht sich der junge Schotte Alexander Rhind im Auftrag von Queen Victoria erneut auf die Suche. Er bricht nach Ägypten auf und gerät in den Sog eines jahrtausendealten Mysteriums um die Geheimnisse des Lebens.
