Download or read book The Riddle of the Hollow Reed written by Charlotte Harman and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Riddle of the Hollow Reed is a childrens story about a traveling dervish who arrives in a city and becomes the catalyst for its transformation. When he arrives, the traveling dervish begins to play his flute to the townspeople, telling them that God created them because He loved them. Although the rulers of the town, not wanting change, scheme against the dervish, the townspeople begin to believe the dervishs message, and the forces of corruption in the town are defeated through the power of the dervishs love. The dervishs teachings of love and unity are symbolized by the beautiful music of his flute. The forces of corruption are symbolized by an assorted cast of characters such as the king, queen, princess, duke, sheriff, and jester of the city. Each corrupt character, at some point, is given the opportunity to play the flute of the dervish. Whenever a corrupt character attempts to play the flute, a particular ribbon with a particular vice comes out of the flute. Finally, the flute is thrown away and is found by a beautiful maiden, who was a student of the dervish. When she plays the flute, a beautiful melody comes out of it, and the maiden is able to help the residents transform their city into a place where people love and care for one another. There are sixteen illustrations that capture key scenes from the story.
Download or read book Catilina s Riddle written by Steven Saylor and published by Minotaur Books. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Saylor rivals Robert Graves in his knack for making the classical world come alive." --(ortland) Oregonian "Engrossing...Ironic and satisfying." -- San Francisco Chronicle The third in Saylor's Roma Sub Rosa novels featuring Gordianus the Finder. Gordianus, disillusioned by the corruption of Rome circa 63 B.C., has fled the city with his family to live on a farm in the Etruscan countryside. But this bucolic life is disrupted by the machinations and murderous plots of two politicians: Roman consul Cicero, Gordianus's longtime patron, and populist senator Catilina, Cicero's political rival and a candidate to replace him in the annual elections for consul. Claiming that Catilina plans an uprising if he loses the race, Cicero asks Gordianus to keep a watchful eye on the radical. Although he distrusts both men, Gordianus is forced into the center of the power struggle when his six-year-old daughter Diana finds a headless corpse in their stable. Shrewdly depicting deadly political maneuverings, this addictive mystery also displays the author's firm grasp of history and human character. On first publication back in 1994, Catilina's Riddle was a finalist for the Hammet Award.
Download or read book The Hundred Riddles of Symphosius written by Symphosius and published by . This book was released on 1912 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book An Anglo Saxon Reader written by Alfred John Wyatt and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book An Anglo Saxon Reader written by Alfred J. Wyatt and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2013-08 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1919, this book draws on Anglo-Saxon texts overlooked by previous compilations 'to represent as many sides as we could of the life of our forefathers' and also presents an aid to students of varying levels. Combining both prose and poetry texts from early West Saxon prose onwards, and with a detailed glossary and notes, this book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the Anglo-Saxon language.
Download or read book An Anglo Saxon Reader written by James Wilson Bright and published by CUP Archive. This book was released on 1934 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Anglo Saxon Reader written by James Wilson Bright and published by CUP Archive. This book was released on 1936 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Kushiel s Legacy written by Jacqueline Carey and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2016-12-20 with total page 2112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This discounted ebundle of the Kushiel's Legacy includes: Kushiel’s Dart, Kushiel’s Chosen, Kushiel’s Avatar The first trilogy in Jacqueline Carey's sprawling—and darkly sensual—New York Times bestselling series. The land of Terre d'Ange is a place of unsurpassed beauty and grace. It is said that angels found the land and saw it was good...and the ensuing race that rose from the seed of angels and men live by one simple rule: Love as thou wilt. Set in a world of cunning poets, deadly courtiers, heroic traitors, and a truly Machiavellian villainess, this is a tale of grandeur, luxuriance, sacrifice, betrayal, and deeply laid conspiracies. Kushiel’s Dart — Phèdre nó Delaunay is sold into indentured servitude as a child, her bond is purchased by Anafiel Delaunay, a nobleman with a very special mission...and the first one to recognize who and what she is: one pricked by Kushiel's Dart, chosen to forever experience pain and pleasure as one. Kushiel’s Chosen — The hands of the gods weigh heavily upon Phèdre's brow, and they are not finished with her. While the young queen who sits upon the throne is well loved by the people, there are those who believe another should wear the crown... Kushiel’s Avatar — Phèdre and Joscelin journey on a dangerous path that will carry them to fabled courts and splendid vistas, to distant lands where madness reigns and souls are currency, and down a fabled river to a land forgotten by most of the world. And to a power so mighty that none dare speak its name. Kushiel's Legacy Kushiel's Dart Kushiel's Chosen Kushiel's Avatar The Sundering Banewreaker Godslayer Other books Miranda and Caliban At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Download or read book Western Pennsylvania All Outdoors Atlas Field Guide written by Sportsman's Connection and published by Sportsman's Connection. This book was released on 2016-08-15 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sportsman's Connection's Western Pennsylvania All-Outdoors Atlas & Field Guide contains maps created at twice the scale of other road atlases, which means double the detail. And while the maps are sure to be the finest quality you have ever used, the thing that makes this book unique is all the additional information. Your favorite outdoor activities including fishing lakes and streams, hunting, camping, hiking and biking,snowmobiling and off-roading, paddeling, skiing, golfing and wildlife viewing are covered in great depth with helpful editorial and extensive tables, which are all cross-referenced and indexed to the map pages in a way that's fun and easy to use.
Download or read book The Book of Archery Etc written by George Agar Hansard and published by . This book was released on 1845 with total page 598 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Sprague Classic Readers written by Sarah E. Sprague and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Epics of Sumerian Kings written by H. L. Herman L. J. Vanstiphout and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2004 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents for the first time both the authoritative Sumerian text and an elegant English translation of four Sumerian epics, the earliest known in any language. The introduction discusses the intellectual and cultural context as well as the poetics and meaning of this epic cycle.
Download or read book Tales from the Thousand and One Nights written by and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 1973-05-31 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The tales told by Shahrazad over a thousand and one nights to delay her execution by the vengeful King Shahriyar have become among the most popular in both Eastern and Western literature. From the epic adventures of 'Aladdin and the Enchanted Lamp' to the farcical 'Young Woman and her Five Lovers' and the social criticism of 'The Tale of the Hunchback', the stories depict a fabulous world of all-powerful sorcerers, jinns imprisoned in bottles and enchanting princesses. But despite their imaginative extravagance, the Tales are anchored to everyday life by their realism, providing a full and intimate record of medieval Islam.
Download or read book The Riddle of Raven Hollow written by Mary Francis Shura and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bart decides to do his own investigation of the events which are giving the ravine along his paper route the reputation of being haunted.
Download or read book Poems written by James Benjamin Kenyon and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The House of Nightmares written by Mark Davie and published by ECONO Publishing Company. This book was released on 2023-07-21 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Description: In the depths of Hollow Manor, an ancient house steeped in darkness, lies a terrifying secret. "The House of Nightmares: A Journey into Insanity" takes readers on a chilling odyssey through the haunted corridors of this malevolent mansion. Dr. Jonathan Reed, an esteemed psychologist, is drawn into the enigma of Hollow Manor when he receives an unsettling invitation to uncover its darkest secrets. Little does he know that his journey will lead him on a harrowing descent into madness and confrontations with supernatural forces beyond his wildest imagination. As Dr. Reed traverses the treacherous halls and rooms of Hollow Manor, he encounters apparitions, whispers, and spectral manifestations that test the limits of his sanity. Each chapter unveils a new nightmare as he confronts the haunting echoes of forgotten memories, explores hidden chambers, and deciphers cryptic clues that gradually reveal the manor's troubled past. From the eerie nursery cursed with restless spirits to the labyrinthine maze of mirrors reflecting distorted realities, Dr. Reed navigates through a sinister realm where nightmares become reality and secrets lurk in every shadow. Along the way, he encounters broken dolls that hold tragic tales, a puppet master's playroom of malevolent creations, and a ghostly staircase that leads to the heart of darkness. As Dr. Reed unravels the enigma, he must confront his own inner demons while battling the malevolent specters that inhabit Hollow Manor. Each chapter unveils more layers of terror and suspense, leading to a final confrontation that will determine the fate of Dr. Reed and the legacy of the House of Nightmares. "The House of Nightmares: A Journey into Insanity" is a bone-chilling tale that combines elements of horror, suspense, and supernatural thrill. With vivid descriptions, atmospheric settings, and a relentless pace, this book will keep readers on the edge of their seats, questioning reality and venturing into the depths of darkness. Prepare to embark on a psychological rollercoaster as you join Dr. Jonathan Reed on his treacherous journey through the House of Nightmares. Beware, for once you step inside, escaping its clutches may become an insurmountable challenge.
Download or read book Fasti written by Ovid and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2004-10-28 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written after he had been banished to the Black Sea city of Tomis by Emperor Augustus, the Fasti is Ovid's last major poetic work. Both a calendar of daily rituals and a witty sequence of stories recounted in a variety of styles, it weaves together tales of gods and citizens together to explore Rome's history, religious beliefs and traditions. It may also be read as a subtle but powerful political manifesto which derides Augustus' attempts to control his subjects by imposing his own mythology upon them: after celebrating the emperor as a Jupiter-on-earth, for example, Ovid deliberately juxtaposes a story showing the king of the gods as a savage rapist. Endlessly playful, this is also a work of integrity and courage, and a superb climax to the life of one of Rome's greatest writers.
