Download or read book The Grey Isle Tale written by Ryan P Freeman and published by Ryan P Freeman. This book was released on 2016-06-09 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prince Janos of House Ulian is having a rough day. No, scratch that - a rough life. So when the watch tower he is inspecting begins exploding all around him, Janos soldiers on like usual. Race through the countryside of the island empire of Rumenjia, as one unlucky Prince, along with a stubborn local watch captain join forces with staunch Generals and legendary Wizards to confront the greatest (and potentially last) threat their country has ever faced: their own inner darkness. The Grey Isle Tale chronicles the last breath of a crumbling empire. Adrift upon its own momentous tides of conspiracy and hate, something even more sinister lurks beneath the nation’s waves. The Grey Isle Tale is the sort of story which flows from hair-raising novel to epic northern legend. The Grey Isle tale tells the story of a nation on the brink, and how even the smallest gestures can tip the balance between good and evil. Within, experience tremors of horrific casualness matched against the indestructible bonds of friendship and kindness.
Download or read book The Assassin s Tale written by K L Jones and published by Kirsten Jones. This book was released on 2015-01-16 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secrets and death. The Isle is made of both. Enter a broiling mass of blood feuds and bitter conflicts between the battling races of Mage and Arcane. Life is a commodity to be bought and sold. To some it is murder, to the Valley of the Ri it is business. Mistral, an abandoned orphan, finds her way to the mysterious Valley of Ri to train as a warrior and assassin. There, amongst the dispossessed of the Isle, she finds there is so much more to life than death ... The first in the saga, 'The Assassin's Tale' introduces us to a spell-binding story of life, death, love and war.
Download or read book Rienspel written by Ryan P Freeman and published by Ryan P Freeman. This book was released on 2015-10-30 with total page 541 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What Rien discovers about his past will change his future… Rien Sucat wiles his days away, bored-stiff in his small backwoods village. But soon gets more than he bargained for after he befriends a magical Phoenix, accidentally witnesses a secret necromantic ritual, and comes face to face with a league of racist, knife-wielding assassins out for his blood. Travel with Rien as he and the Phoenix journey from the unassuming Rillian village of Nyrgen through the enchanting depths of the Great Wood where the unquiet dead lurk, to the high north country of Firehall - elusive sanctuary of the Elves. Launch into an epic quest with consequences farther reaching than Rien could ever possibly imagine. Rienspel is about heart. It is about family and about how the power of love played out in everyday life often carries lasting consequences. Rien’s tale transcends the dim shadows of our own world by revealing the lingering power we all carry through how we live and treat others. It is a tale about the Story we all reside in which readers both young and young-at-heart will find compelling. As C.S. Lewis once penned for his colleague and friend J.R.R. Tolkien, so it is with Rienspel, ‘here are beauties which pierce like swords or burn like cold iron. Here is a story which will break your heart”… and re-forge it anew in Phoenix-fire.
Download or read book Studies in Reading written by James William Searson and published by . This book was released on 1912 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Where Dragons Soar And Other Animal Folk Tales of the British Isles written by Pete Castle and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2016-02-03 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Within these pages are tales of scheming creatures and ferocious animals from across the British Isles, passed down through the generations. Amongst the more famous beasts of myth and legend, such as the Loch Ness monster lurking in Scotland's black waters and the Hartlepool monkey that was mistaken for a French spy, are the less well-known stories of the peculiar, fantastical and extraordinary. Discover the fox Scrapefoot and his run-in with bears, the fisherman's wife who was really a seal, and the two warring dragons hidden under Caernarfon – all brought to life by noted storyteller Pete Castle. Illustrated with unique drawings, these enchanting tales will appeal to young and old, and can be enjoyed by readers time and again.
Download or read book From Islands to Portraits written by Sergio Perosa and published by IOS Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout the long course of literature, islands have accumulated uncanny connotations of death, together with peculiarities of linguistic definition and expression. Since the age of discovery, after the Caribbean Islands, America itself, and later the archipelagos and atolls in the Pacific became known to travellers and conquistadores, islands have been sought, searched, explored and physically possessed as women; cultural recognition takes the form of sexual and physical possession (Venus was born from the sea, and is identified with an island). These are the themes of the first two variations discussed in this book.
Download or read book Something Wicked 560 Horror Classics Macabre Tales Supernatural Mysteries written by Wilhelm Hauff and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-01 with total page 13820 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Something Wicked: 560+ Horror Classics, Macabre Tales & Supernatural Mysteries stands as a monumental anthology that maps the evolution of horror and supernatural fiction from its nascent stages to its more refined contemporary forms. Capturing an eclectic mix of styles and narrative voices, this collection underscores the genre's capacity to probe into the darkest corners of human experience and imagination. The anthology showcases a diversity in storytelling, ranging from Gothic tales of the supernatural, psychological thrillers, to cosmic horrors, presenting readers with seminal works that have shaped the genre. The inclusion of renowned pieces by iconic figures allows for a comprehensive overview of the genres thematic preoccupations and stylistic variations, making it an indispensable resource for both aficionados and newcomers to horror literature. The illustrious roster of authors featured within this anthology, including literary giants such as Edgar Allan Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, and Mary Shelley, among others, brings together a rich tapestry of cultural and historical contexts. These authors, hailing from diverse backgrounds, have contributed significantly to literary movements such as Romanticism, Victorian Gothic, and the early modernist waves, thereby enriching the anthology with a breadth of perspectives on existential themes of fear, morality, and the supernatural. Their collective work emphasizes the anthologys alignment with significant literary and cultural movements, offering a deeper understanding of the genres evolution and its reflection of societal anxieties and fascinations. Something Wicked invites readers on an unparalleled journey through the annals of horror literature, offering a unique opportunity to indulge in over five hundred tales of terror, mystery, and the macabre. This anthology is not merely a collection of stories; it is a scholarly-curated exploration of horrors multifaceted expressions across time and cultures. Readers are encouraged to delve into this vast compendium, which serves both as an educational tool and as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling in evoking the most profound human emotions. The anthology stands as a testament to horrors capacity to connect readers with the universal fears that resonate through the ages, making it an essential addition to any literary collection.
Download or read book Fortress of Terror 550 Horror Classics Supernatural Mysteries Macabre Tales written by Wilhelm Hauff and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-01 with total page 13373 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fortress of Terror: 550+ Horror Classics, Supernatural Mysteries & Macabre Tales is an ambitious anthology that stitches together a rich tapestry of dread and the macabre, showcasing an unparalleled diversity of literary styles. From the gothic shadows of castles to the unexplained mysteries of the natural world, this collection explores the expansive domain of horror and suspense through various lenses. The anthology is remarkable not only for its breadth but also for the inclusion of seminal works that have defined and reshaped the genre, inviting readers to experience the evolution of horror and supernatural narratives from its roots to its contemporary branches. The contributing authors and editors, a veritable who's who from the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries, bring a wide array of cultural, philosophical, and personal backgrounds to the collection. The anthology is as much a celebration of the individual voices that have haunted, entertained, and intrigued readers for centuries as it is a reflection of the various historical, cultural, and literary movements they belonged to. This confluence of perspectives not only enriches the thematic fabric of the collection but also serves as a testament to the enduring allure and versatility of the horror genre. Fortress of Terror offers readers a unique opportunity to explore a constellation of horror's most luminous stars in one definitive volume. Whether one is a devoted aficionado of the genre or a curious newcomer, this anthology presents a rare educational venture into the depths of fear, suspense, and the supernatural. Through its vast array of stories and voices, the collection promotes a rich dialogue between different epochs and styles, providing an invaluable comprehensive insight into the evolution of horror literature. It is an essential addition to the library of anyone keen to understand the scope and significance of the horror genre across time.
Download or read book Encyclopaedia Londinensis written by John Wilkes and published by . This book was released on 1819 with total page 948 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Tales of James Hogg the Ettrick Shepherd written by James Hogg and published by . This book was released on 1886 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Children of the Dawn Old Tales of Greece written by Elsie Finnimore Buckley and published by Library of Alexandria. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aim of this volume is to present, in a form suitable for young readers, a small selection from the almost inexhaustible treasure-house of the ancient Greek tales, which abound (it is needless to say) in all Greek poetry, and are constantly referred to by the prose-writers. These stories are found, whether narrated at length, or sometimes only mentioned in a cursory and tantalising reference, from the earliest poets, Homer and Hesiod, through the lyric age, and the Attic renaissance of the fifth century, when they form the material of the tragic drama, down to the second century b.c., when Apollodorus, the Athenian grammarian, made a prose collection of them, which is invaluable. They reappear at Rome in the Augustan age (and later), in the poems of Vergil, Ovid, and Statius—particularly in Ovid's "Metamorphoses." Many more are supplied by Greek or Roman travellers, scholars, geographers, or historians, of the first three centuries of our era, such as Strabo, Pausanias, Athenæus, Apuleius and Ælian. The tales are various—stories of love, adventure, heroism, skill, endurance, achievement or defeat. The gods take active part, often in conflict with each other. The heroes or victims are men and women; and behind all, inscrutable and inexorable, sits the dark figure of Fate. The Greeks had a rare genius for storytelling of all sorts. Whether the tales were of native growth, or imported from the East or elsewhere—and both sources are doubtless represented—once they had passed through the Greek hands, the Greek spirit, "finely touched to fine issues," marked them for its own with the beauty, vivacity, dramatic interest, and imaginative outline and detail, which were never absent from the best Greek work, least of all during the centuries that lie between Homer and Plato. The eleven tales here presented from this vast store are (as will be seen) very various both in date, character, and detail; and they seem well chosen for their purpose. The writer of these English versions of ancient stories has clearly aimed at a terse simplicity of style, while giving full details, with occasional descriptive passages where required to make the scene more vivid; and, for the same end, she has rightly made free use of dialogue or soliloquy wherever the story could thus be more pointedly or dramatically told. The first story, called "The Riddle of the Sphinx," gives us in brief the whole Theban tale, from King Laius and the magical building of the city, to the incomparable scene from Sophocles' last play, describing the "Passing of Œdipus." It even includes the heroic action of Antigone, in burying with due rites her dead brother, in spite of the tyrant's threats, and at the cost of her own life. No tale was more often treated in ancient poetry than this tragedy of Thebes. Homer and Hesiod both refer to it, Æschylus wrote a whole trilogy, and Sophocles three separate dramas, on this theme. Euripides dealt with it in his "Phœnissæ," which survives, and in his "Œdipus and Antigone," of which a few fragments remain. And several other poets whose works are lost are known by the titles of their plays to have dealt with the same subject.
Download or read book Children of the Dawn Old Tales of Greece written by E. F. Buckley and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Children of the Dawn : Old Tales of Greece" by E. F. Buckley. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Download or read book Tales of Scottish Highlands Moors 70 Historical Novels Adventure Classics Victorian Romances written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-17 with total page 15246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Tales of Scottish Highlands & Moors 70+ Historical Novels, Adventure Classics & Victorian Romances', the reader is transported to the rugged landscapes and turbulent times of Scotland through a collection that showcases a striking diversity in literary styles, from the swashbuckling adventures to the delicate intricacies of Victorian romance. This anthology stands out for its ability to envelop the reader in the rich historical and cultural tapestry of Scotland, capturing the essence of its moors and highlands through literary forms that range from the epic to the intimate. The collection triumphantly demonstrates the breadth of storytelling prowess, including standout contributions that illuminate the folkloric tradition and the chivalric ethos that characterize the Scottish literary canon. The contributing authorsRobert Louis Stevenson, John Buchan, George MacDonald, Walter Scott, J. M. Barrieare luminaries of Scottish literature, whose collective works provide a panoramic view of Scottish life and legend. Their backgrounds, steeped in the rich lore and history of Scotland, bring authenticity and depth to the anthology. These authors' works collectively align with and contribute to key literary movements, such as Romanticism and the Kailyard school, offering readers not just stories but a multidimensional perspective on Scottish identity and history. This anthology is an indispensable addition to the library of anyone who cherishes literary diversity and historical depth. It invites readers to traverse the highlands and moors through tales that are as varied as they are engaging, offering a unique opportunity to delve into the heart of Scottish lore and tradition. Through its pages, the collection fosters a dialogue between past and present, making it a profound educational journey as well as a celebration of Scotland's literary heritage. For enthusiasts of historical novels, adventure classics, and Victorian romance, this collection promises a rich, immersive experience that epitomizes the spirit and splendor of Scottish literature.
Download or read book Tales of the West written by John Carne and published by . This book was released on 1828 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Laughter of Peterkin A retelling of old tales of the Celtic Wonderworld written by William Sharp and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-05-19 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Laughter of Peterkin" by William Sharp is a storybook about the Celtic Wonderworld. The old tales reveal interesting facts about Celtic myths and legends. Excerpt: "At the rising of the moon, Peterkin awoke, and laughed. He was in his little white bed near the open window, so that when a moonbeam wavered from amid the branches of the great poplar, falling suddenly upon his tangled curls and yellowing them with a ripple of pale gold, it was as though a living thing stole in out of the June night. He had not awaked at first. The moonbeam seemed caught in a tangle: then it glanced along a crescent tress on the pillow: sprang back like a startled bird: flickered hither and thither above the little sleeping face: and at last played idly on the closed eyelids with their long dark eyelashes. It was then that Peterkin awoke."
Download or read book Four Tales The Thirty Nine Steps The Power House The Watcher by the Threshold The Moon Endureth written by John Buchan and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2021-03-22 with total page 644 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early works containing four tales is a fascinating novel of the period and still an interesting read today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Download or read book The lord of Misrule Tales of the mermaid tavern The wine press The search lights A Belgian Christmas eve A salute from the fleet written by Alfred Noyes and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Enchanted Island Sherwood Tales of the Mermaid Tavern New Poems.
