Download or read book The Grove written by Jean Johnson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-12-03 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE NEW GUARDIANS OF DESTINY NOVEL Calm the magics caught in thrall: Put your faith in strangers’ pleas, Watcher, Witch, and treasure trove; Ride the wave to calm the trees, Servant saves the sacred grove. At the behest of their leader, the Witches of Darkhana are mobilized. Their mission: gather the most honest, true servants of each deity so that they may respectfully represent their land at the reopening of the Convocation of Gods and Man. For Witch-Priest Aradin Teral, his part in the quest has taken him across the length and breadth of Katan, searching for the best possible representative of an empire bent on preventing that very task. Ever since the destruction of the last Convocation, the magics of the Grove have been warped, endangering pilgrims and residents alike and requiring the guardianship of the strongest mage the priesthood can spare. Priestess Saleria is now the Keeper of the Grove, and Guardian of the Divine Garden. The arrival of a black-robed stranger bearing the faces of two men brings the promise of change, even peace, to the isolated valley. But it also ushers in an irresistible passion and a threat to Saleria’s control of the wildest magics in the woods…

Download or read book Guardians of the Valley written by Dean King and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2024-03-19 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * “We see through this book the immense power of language…to change the minds of lawmakers and tourists alike.” —The New York Times Book Review * “A poignant portrait of an era when mere words could change the world.” —San Francisco Chronicle * The dramatic and uplifting story of legendary outdoorsman and conservationist John Muir’s journey to save Yosemite is “a rich, enjoyable excursion into a seminal period in environmental history” (The Wall Street Journal). In June of 1889 in San Francisco, John Muir—iconic environmentalist, writer, and philosopher—meets face-to-face for the first time with his longtime editor Robert Underwood Johnson, an elegant and influential figure at The Century magazine. Before long, the pair, opposites in many ways, decide to venture to Yosemite Valley, the magnificent site where twenty years earlier, Muir experienced a personal and spiritual awakening that would set the course of the rest of his life. Upon their arrival the men are confronted with a shocking vision, as predatory mining, tourism, and logging industries have plundered and defaced “the grandest of all the special temples of Nature.” While Muir is devastated, Johnson, an arbiter of the era’s pressing issues in the pages of the nation’s most prestigious magazine, decides that he and Muir must fight back. The pact they form marks a watershed moment, leading to the creation of Yosemite National Park, and launching an environmental battle that captivates the nation and ushers in the beginning of the American environmental movement. “Comprehensively researched and compellingly readable” (Booklist, starred review), Guardians of the Valley is a moving story of friendship, the written word, and the transformative power of nature. It is also a timely and powerful “origin story” as the towering environmental challenges we face today become increasingly urgent.

Download or read book The R m ya a of V lm ki An Epic of Ancient India Volume V written by and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 601 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fifth and most popular book of the Ramayana of Valmiki, the Sundarakanda, recounts the adventures of the monkey hero Hanuman in leaping across the ocean to the island citadel of Lanka. Once there, he scours the city for the abducted Princess Sita. The poet vividly describes the opulence of the court of the demon king, Ravana, the beauty of his harem, and the hideous deformity of Sita's wardresses. After witnessing Sita's stern rejection of Ravana's blandishments, Hanuman reveals himself to the princess and restores her hope of rescue. The great monkey then wreaks havoc on the royal park and fights a series of hair-raising battles with Ravana's generals. Permitting himself to be captured by the warrior Indrajit, Hanuman is led into the presence of Ravana, whom he admonishes for his lechery. His tail is set ablaze, but he escapes his bonds and leaping from rooftop to rooftop, sets fire to the city. Taking leave of Sita, Hanuman once more leaps the ocean to rejoin his monkey companions. This is the fifth volume translated from the critical edition of the Valmiki Ramayana. It contains an extensive introduction, exhaustive notes, and a comprehensive bibliography.

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Download or read book R m ya a written by Valmiki and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 2006-11-15 with total page 538 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Taking leave of Sita, Hanuman once more leaps the ocean to rejoin his monkey companions and tell Rama what has happened."--BOOK JACKET.

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Download or read book Fury Burns written by Chloe Hodge and published by Chloe Hodge. This book was released on 2021-07-22 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'War isn't cheap ... and what bleeds will die.' Broken by grief and lost to despair, Ashalea Kindaris has no choice but to continue fighting for Everosia. A final Guardian awaits in Kingsgareth Mountains, where a new hope sparks in the form of a fiery dwarf. But even together, the Guardians cannot wage this war alone. Treaties must be forged, alliances made, if the races have any hope of defeating Crinos and sealing the Gates of the Grove for good. War is looming ever closer. The drums shall sound Everosia's doom, and blood will soak the land should the Guardians fail to stop the darkness. With the final battle approaching, Ashalea must decide what she will sacrifice to save Everosia. Can she stand against her greatest enemy? Can she kill her brother?

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Download or read book Vengeance Blooms written by Chloe Hodge and published by Chloe. This book was released on 2020-08-07 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Orphaned and alone, Ashalea Kindaris has just one goal in life-- to avenge the death of her parents. But when darkness descends on the land, she discovers her motives are linked to a much larger quest. To protect the world from elimination, she must find the next Guardians of the Grove-- Everosia's inner sanctum and gateway to other dimensions. As shadows disperse and the forces of evil mount, Ashalea travels through water and wood, sewer and summit, to reach the chosen. Will her training lead to victory, or will the weight of unravelling secrets lead to her ruin?

Download or read book The Guardian of the Grove written by Mark Jackson and published by Jabberwock Press. This book was released on 2018-03-18 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Naados and His Kin written by Eddie Payne and published by Tate Publishing. This book was released on 2010-07 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Beginning: Naados and His Kin embraces the characters and divine script as humanity, fresh from creator's hand, accept their likeness-image status. Join author Eddie Payne in a new refreshing telling of the old, old story. The newly made humans face a difficult decision. Their free choice and the potential to live forever in this new-born world nudge them forward to understand and experience their existence. Why one tree and not the other? Knowing is good, living is better but how can one be sure without knowing? But other created beings share their perfect world. As sovereigns over everything, how will their free choice impact those who share bounty from the hand of their creator? Enter Naados, a member of one of the animal species populating the perfect world but not sharing likeness-image qualities. Through his eyes, the tragic implications of that first choice are revealed, and the first imperfections of the world are perceived. Follow Naados and observe the process leading humans to exercise free choice. Feel the impact of disobedience. Follow the erring offspring in their increasing rebellion against their creator. Discover how Naados escapes judgment in order to tell his tale. Yearn, with Naados, for final restoration in this dynamic introduction to an ongoing cosmic drama played out by Giver and his creation. The best is yet to come. 'Eddie Payne has a lively imagination and a genuine love of the Lord. Everything he writes reflects both of these qualities in his life.' - Dr. Dennis E. Hensley, author of The Power of Positive Productivity

Download or read book The R m ya a of V lm ki written by Robert P. Goldman and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2022-01-18 with total page 960 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive English translation of the classic Sanskrit epic poem—now available in a one-volume paperback The Rāmāyaṇa of Vālmīki, the monumental Sanskrit epic of the life of Rama, ideal man and incarnation of the great god Visnu, has profoundly affected the literature, art, religions, and cultures of South and Southeast Asia from antiquity to the present. Filled with thrilling battles, flying monkeys, and ten-headed demons, the work, composed almost 3,000 years ago, recounts Prince Rama’s exile and his odyssey to recover his abducted wife, Sita, and establish a utopian kingdom. Now, the definitive English translation of the critical edition of this classic is available in a single volume. Based on the authoritative seven-volume translation edited by Robert Goldman and Sally Sutherland Goldman, this volume presents the unabridged translated text in contemporary English, revised and reformatted into paragraph form. The book includes a new introduction providing important historical and literary contexts, as well as a glossary, pronunciation guide, and index. Ideal for students and general readers, this edition of the Rāmāyaṇa of Vālmīki introduces an extraordinary work of world literature to a new generation of readers.

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Download or read book Bedtime Stories written by Robin Wickens and published by Rob's Books. This book was released on 2024-04-12 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the enchanting world of "Bedtime Stories," imagination knows no bounds and dreams come to life on every page. Journey through a magical realm where children's fantasies flourish, unveiling whimsical adventures and heartwarming tales that capture the essence of bedtime wonder. From brave knights and kind-hearted dragons to spirited princesses and mischievous fairies, these charming stories will transport readers to a land where anything is possible. Delight in the timeless charm of "Bedtime Stories," a collection that will spark the imagination and warm the hearts of both young and old alike.

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Download or read book Vengeance Blooms written by Chloe Hodge and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-09 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: See the world through Ashalea Kindaris' eyes-- a young elf whose world has been ripped apart by the darkness. In the quest for vengeance, she discovers secrets about her past, and a pre-determined fate for her future. This book contains an original map and interior illustrations.

Download or read book Retribution Dies written by Chloe Hodge and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-07 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blood will spill. Death awaits ... But who will pay the price? The battle for Renlock may be won, but the war for Everosia is far from over. As the darkness recoups from his losses, the Guardians hasten towards the Diodon Mountains in search of the next member of their order. Plagued by visions and experiencing losses of her own, Ashalea is faced with overwhelming odds as she struggles to overcome her inner demons ... and those of her family. But a series of mistakes might well be her downfall, and some actions can never be undone. Divided by her secrets and worlds away from saving, the Guardians must forge separate paths to reach the same goal. But that's the least of their problems. The darkness wants something from Ashalea ... and he doesn't ask nicely.