Download or read book The Orb and the Airship written by Jenelle Leanne Schmidt and published by . This book was released on 2023-06-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A rogue airship captain. An ambitious youth. A clash of powers beyond their imagination. With scholarships to a prestigious military school, Grayden and Wynn are thirsty for adventure. But the night before they leave, they discover the mysterious Dalmir and his arcane orb in the forsaken tower outside of town. The old man, who seems to have a wealth of knowledge of what came before and yet so little of the now, insists on accompanying them as they travel to the academy. Meanwhile, all pirate Captain Marik wants is to keep to the skies, take his due, and care for his crew. Then a straightforward pillaging mission on a ship of fresh academy students leads to betrayal from one of his own and an unlikely friendship forged by necessity. Yet this new alliance stirs up ancient foes and a conflict too terrible to ignore. Despite Grayden's inexperience and Marik's skepticism, working together with Dalmir is their only option. The fate of the world depends on it. A clean steampunk fantasy adventure filled with steadfast friendship, brotherhood, twisty politics, and epic airship battles. First in the Turrim Archive series

Download or read book Airships written by Sam Witt and published by Bastion Press, Inc.. This book was released on 2003-03 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While some choose to sail the seas and oceans seeking trade, adventure, and fame, others are more daring and sail the skies of their worlds. Discover the wonders of flight and the beauty of sailing the winds from many different methods and in many different forms. After all, no one race dominates the skies?save those that need no ships and jealously guard their skies. Like sea captains traversing dangerous waters and unknown menaces, airship captains must face the wrath of the aerial realms in the forms of dragons and other invisible dangers that pose great risk to their airships Airships provides all the rules necessary to bring flying ships into any campaign setting. Construction rules, combat, aerial and 3D movement, and other essential information is all covered. Also included are deck plans and specifications for a number of ships. Airships will bring new heroes to the fore when a village under siege cries "Look! Up in the sky!"

Download or read book The Orb of Azcera written by Tony Van Sant and published by Author House. This book was released on 2010-03-16 with total page 638 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Agostine Brynn, a knight of King Gamaeon's army, embarks on a quest to kill the dragon that has been terrorizing his Kingdom, he unknowingly alters the fate of a galaxy he has no idea even exists. From the dragon's remains, the King's sorcerers construct a magic weapon - an orb - that will serve to protect Agostine's homeland from harm. When the orb's power proves too much for King Gamaeon to handle however, it is up to Agostine to set things right. In the conflict that follows, the orb mysteriously vanishes from all known existence, not to resurface again until generations later. The worlds of Medieval Fantasy and Futuristic Science Fiction collide when the mystic orb is finally unearthed after thousands of years in hiding. Lieutenant Cale Tanner and his Special Ops team quickly discover the all-powerful nature of the mysterious orb after failing in their attempt to arrest its bearer, the renegade General Thadeon Marloc. It does not take long before Marloc uses his newly acquired omnipotence to rise up against the galaxy's governing power. In order to restore hope for themselves and their people, Cale and his Operatives must unlock the secrets of a world long since forgotten. What they discover defies all practical logic, and soon the lines between history and legend, between facts and myth, are quickly blurred. The Orb of Azcera follows an ensemble cast of heroes and villains through past and present as two seemingly separate time periods are suddenly and violently thrust together in a battle for ultimate supremacy.

Download or read book Faerindale Legends Return of the Orb written by Alexandra Harding and published by XinXii. This book was released on 2015-08-23 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hard-working single mum Alison Johnson is unable to take her three children out of the city on summer vacation. Children’s Grandfather Oscar sends them a surprise invitation to spend some time at his cottage located on a small island. The Johnsons accept the invitation and arrive at the island, where they meet Oscar’s mysterious friend. Children are having fun, exploring the island, meeting new friends and learning about local legends. However, soon the tragedy struck and children, together with their new furry friend, fearlessly venture on a rescue mission into Faerindale - the magical land of faeries, elves and goblins.

Download or read book The Great Airship written by F. S. Brereton and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-09-16 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Great Airship" by F. S. Brereton is an early 20th-century adventure novel that delves into the fascination with aviation technology and innovation of the time. Set against the backdrop of the burgeoning era of air travel, the story follows a group of intrepid individuals embarking on an audacious exploration mission aboard a massive airship. At its core, this novel is a celebration of aviation innovation and the relentless human spirit of exploration. The airship itself serves as a powerful symbol of human ingenuity and the unwavering desire to conquer the skies. The narrative introduces readers to a cast of heroic characters who are not only pioneers in their field but also exemplify the spirit of adventure and daring. Throughout the story, readers can expect to encounter a series of challenges, obstacles, and rival explorers who add layers of excitement and tension to the plot. These elements help to create a sense of adventure and anticipation as the characters venture into uncharted territories, pushing the boundaries of what is known and achievable. Beyond the thrilling exploits and daring missions, "The Great Airship" also touches on broader themes of progress and human achievement. It explores how technological advancements can open up new frontiers and expand the realm of possibilities. Additionally, the novel captures the zeitgeist of an era when aviation was capturing the world's imagination, and the sky was seen as the next great frontier to be conquered. In summary, "The Great Airship" is a captivating adventure tale that seamlessly blends technological wonder, heroism, and the spirit of exploration that defined the early days of aviation. As readers embark on this literary journey, they are transported to a time when the skies held limitless possibilities, and the human quest for discovery knew no bounds.

Download or read book Rise of Jmugea written by Nande Orcel and published by Abbott Press. This book was released on 2016-08-25 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It was something they never expected to find. A secret lay hidden in the depths of an ancient volcano for three hundred years. A secret that would alter what the five members of Omordions Hope thought they knew of their past and where the Dokami clan derived from: Jmugea. Faced with imminent danger, fifteen-year-olds Atakos, Cristaden, Fajha, Zimi, and Zadeia, along with the wayward prince, Aillios, and their imprudent friend, Colnaha, must do whatever they can to save the innocent lives of so many on Omordion before its too late. Meanwhile, in Eastern Omordion, a dark force by the name of Brulok, gains control over the evil tyrant, King Tholenod, and his armies. He then activates a series of cataclysmic events, changing the course of the great battle against the West and the lives of Omordions Hope. Loyalties are tested. Friendships are divided. In this second installment of the Omordion Trilogy, author Nande Orcel journeys back to Jmugea where it all began and reveals a dreadful secret that could change the destinies of the five members of Omordions Hope forever.

Download or read book The Black Hole written by Helen Beekman and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2018-04-12 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looking for a new challenge, the author has written this novel in a science fiction genre. The story revolves around four generations. Not only does one experience the difference from one generation to the next, but also new exploration exhibiting bravery and sacrifice. Change and adaptability come into play alongside an attitude that what is new and different is somehow dangerous.

Download or read book The Crucible of the Dragon God written by Mike Wild and published by Abaddon Books. This book was released on 2009-06-15 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Is this what happened to the Old Races? My Gods, is this how they died?” Hordes of a deadly and unknown species of predator swarm across Twilight, killing and destroying everything in their path. Where have they come from? Is there a connection with the Final Faith airship in the Drakengrat Mountains? What was ‘the mistake’? Exactly what are the k’nid – and how can they be stopped? New questions for Kali Hooper and her friends to answer – but doing so will prove far from easy. From a labyrinthine dwarven deathtrap to a besieged and battle-torn city, a haunted ancient limbo at the end of time and the aquatic lair of a vast serpent, Kali must battle her way to a place in the clouds that legend calls the Crucible of the Dragon God. There she must confront the past itself, for the Crucible holds a secret kept even from the Old Races – a secret so staggering that Kali is about to discover the true reason her world is called Twilight…

Download or read book Reliability and Statistics in Transportation and Communication written by Igor Kabashkin and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-02-20 with total page 542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book reports on cutting-edge theories and methods for analyzing complex systems, such as transportation and communication networks and discusses multi-disciplinary approaches to dependability problems encountered when dealing with complex systems in practice. The book presents the most relevant findings discussed at the 22nd International Multidisciplinary Conference on Reliability and Statistics in Transportation and Communication (RelStat), which took place on October 20 – 21, 2022, in Riga, Latvia, in hybrid mode. It spans a broad spectrum of advanced theories and methods, giving a special emphasis to the integration of artificial intelligent concepts into reliability approaches.

Download or read book Thief of the Ancients written by Mike Wild and published by Abaddon Books. This book was released on 2013-03-11 with total page 1218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Great Airship A Tale of Adventure written by F. S. Brereton and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-09-18 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Great Airship: A Tale of Adventure" by F. S. Brereton. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

Download or read book The Orb of Darkness The Thirteen Guardians written by Liz J. Berni and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-11-01 with total page 587 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the story unfolds, the strife for the Orb escalates. A new enemy that has been biding his time in cunning darkness has reared his head. The trauma left in Arden's wake weakens the three, and while the chess pieces move into battle, Ommadon's final weapon comes into play. The renegade Arden; his cause in turmoil, struggles to trust his new family. If he remains in the belief that he is alone he won't find the strength to endure the darkness that is the Orb. The help of the Thirteen Guardians is either a blessing or a curse. Their presence is enigmatic as much as it is sinister. Will they find the answers in time?

Download or read book The Mechanical written by Ian Tregillis and published by Orbit. This book was released on 2015-03-10 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From "a major new talent" (George R. R. Martin) comes an epic speculative novel of revolution, adventure, and the struggle for free will set in a world that might have been, of mechanical men and alchemical dreams. My name is Jax. That is the name granted to me by my human masters. I am a slave. But I shall be free.

Download or read book The Gates of Time written by Kyle West and published by Kyle West. This book was released on 2023-10-06 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Worlds are saved—but not for long. Lucian Abrantes and the Starsea Fleet have driven back the Alkasen. While the Worlds rebuild and recover from the brutal war, the Ancient One threatens to undo the uneasy peace. On the world of Mako, the Ancient One has done the unthinkable. Marshaling the ether of the Source of Power, he has escaped through a Time Gate, an action that threatens to unravel Lucian's heroism and even reality itself. Lucian has no choice but to follow him. But time travel has terrifying consequences that require him to go down a dark path. What price will Lucian pay to protect his reality and loved ones from complete destruction?

Download or read book Conspiracies written by Andy Thomas and published by Watkins Media Limited. This book was released on 2019-12-10 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At any time in our history, you will find significant and seemingly indisputable events occurring, the kind that can change the course of our lives -- the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the terrorist attacks of 9/11. Yet for every one of them, somebody, somewhere will loudly dispute the 'official' account, doubting that the truth has been told. In today's environment, with trust in authorities at an all-time low, conspiracy theories have found a new currency, and websites and social networking ensure they receive a wider and more rapid spread than ever before. But how do we separate truth from imagination? Was Princess Diana murdered, as many people think, despite all the official denials? Did NASA really go to the Moon, when anomalies in the photographic record suggest otherwise? Could 9/11 really have been set up by agencies within the USA itself? The Kindle edition includes an update on all the conspiracy theories that have emerged in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic. The author opens the conspiracy casebook by examining the mindset of those who believe in conspiracies, and considers whether the dismissive attitude towards them has been fair. Part Two looks into history to establish that conspiracies do occur, credibility should therefore be given to belief in some of the alleged plots and cover-ups of today. This leads into a well-argued examination of some of the most popular conspiracies of our times, including theories over assassinations, UFO cover-ups, and widely voiced concerns over 9/11 and the 'New World Order'. Part Three draws the conclusion that while not all conspiracy theories can be proven, they do at least draw attention to paths not to take, and can be valuable in helping to create a better world where new trust and hope can be forged. Are we living in a world of control, of oppression, of habitual deception? Is this really how things are, or simply human nature massively distorted through a dark lens? The truth probably lies somewhere in the middle.

Download or read book Wicked Tides written by Sean Kinsley and published by LeRue Press (LRP). This book was released on 2010-10-23 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After intercepting a convoy containing crucial intelligence and decrypting the data, the Kionic Pirates now know their time of plundering the seas may come to an end. An alliance has been formed between the various factions they prey on. With little time to spare the Kionic Pirates begin their own defensive preparations which include sending out various special forces teams to perform recon and sabotage missions. An area of the world that has not seen major conflict is about to erupt. Run by powerful politicians, kings, warriors, spherists, assassins and underground networks, chances for personal gain are rife. Spherists, people who are able to draw upon and control the energy of ethereal realms, are utilized in everything from encrypting information, communicating long distance, spying and contract killing. Everything is about to go down and the Kionics are right in the middle of it. One Kionic spec ops team, lead by Exphasia, a spherist, is sent to the city where she grew up. Followed by her brother Merritt and her hard-headed friend, Rezen, they soon learn that there is far more going on than initially perceived. Aided by an assassin, who partly shares in the Kionic's own goals, they must recover as much intel as possible and destroy what they can before the Alliance fleet leaves dock. And there's something else... Communication and other spherical activities are being scrambled and hampered by an unknown storm brewing over the mountains to the east. Something is wrong. And Rezen's nightmares are getting worse...

Download or read book The Elfin Ship written by James P. Blaylock and published by Jabberwocky Literary Agency, Inc.. This book was released on 2012-06-21 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: James P Blaylock's 1982 début novel The Elfin Ship has become a classic of whimsical fantasy. With echoes of Kenneth Graham and Mark Twain, it's a gentle, eccentric and hilarious novel that will delight readers of all ages. Trading with the elves used to be so simple. Every year Master Cheeser Jonathan Bing would send his very best cheeses downriver to traders who would eventually return with Elfin wonders for the people of Twombly Town. But no more... First, the trading post at Willowood Station was mysteriously destroyed. Then a magical elfin airship began making forays overhead: Jonathan knew something was definitely amiss. So he set off downriver to deliver the cheeses himself, accompanied by the amazing Professor Wurzle, the irrepressible Dooly, and his faithful dog Ahab. It would have been such a pleasant trip, if not for the weeping skeleton, mad goblins, magic coins, an evil dwarf, a cloak of invisibility - and a watch that stopped time. Of course, the return trip was not so simple.