Download or read book Great Wall Style written by Tessa Cheek and published by Images Publishing. This book was released on 2013-10-25 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 0 0 1 134 765 The Images Publishing Group 6 1 898 14.0 Normal 0 false false false EN-AU JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:Cambria;} With stunning photographs and evocative text, Great Wall Style invites readers to discover a singular oeuvre of projects nestled in four small villages alongside the Great Wall of China. Its narrative illuminates the personal story and creative practice of architectural designer Jim Spear. From within the vernacular of traditional architecture, Spear has designed thoughtful and surprising spaces for contemporary life. These environmentally sound dwellings surround sustainable enterprises set in repurposed venues – an abandoned schoolhouse is transformed into a restaurant and glass blowing workshop; a village hut evolves into an artisanal noodle shop; and a glazed tile factory provides guests with a lush retreat in its new life as an eco-lodge. Great Wall Style tells the compelling story of grassroots rural development through an exploration of material memory and the meaning of home.

Download or read book Lion Rampant Second Edition written by Daniel Mersey and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2022-08-18 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WINNER OF THE 2023 ORIGINS AWARDS FOR BEST MINIATURES GAME. An expanded edition of the Origins Award-nominated Lion Rampant, featuring new rules, scenarios, and sample armies. Take to the battlefield as Richard the Lionheart, Joan of Arc or William Wallace – or forge your own legend – with Lion Rampant: Second Edition. From the Dark Ages to the Hundred Years' War, raids, skirmishes, and clashes between small retinues were a crucial part of warfare, and these dramatic small-scale battles are at the heart of this easy-to-learn but tactically rewarding wargame. Lion Rampant: Second Edition is a new, updated version of the hit Osprey Wargames series title, and retains the core gameplay while also incorporating a wealth of new rules and updates from several years' worth of player feedback and development. Whether they are looking to recreate historical encounters or tell their own stories, the varied scenarios, unit types, and sample retinue lists found in this volume provide everything players need to face each other in quick, exciting, and, above all, fun tabletop battles.

Download or read book Gateway to Ithria written by J. J. Thomas and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Magic is just science we don't yet understand." John Griffi n is a pretty ordinary guy with a pretty ordinary life, but when a group of strangers turns up on his doorstep, it's not long before his life and those of his friends are turned upside down. What starts as a request for help, with the promise of a reward, results in them being stranded in a strange world full of mystery and unknown dangers. A world known only to them as Ithria.

Download or read book A Storm of Spears written by Christopher Matthew and published by Grub Street Publishers. This book was released on 2012-05-09 with total page 574 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A “practical and thought provoking” study of the ancient military tactic known as the phalanx—the classic battle formation used in historic Greek warfare (The Historian). In ancient Greece, warfare was a fact of life, with every city brandishing its own fighting force. And the backbone of these classical Greek armies was the phalanx of heavily armored spearmen, or hoplites. These were the soldiers that defied the might of Persia at Marathon, Thermopylae and Plataea and—more often than not—fought each other in countless battles between the Greek city-states. For centuries they were the dominant soldiers of the classical world, in great demand as mercenaries throughout the Mediterranean and Middle East. Yet, despite the battle descriptions left behind and copious evidence in Greek art and archaeology, there are still many aspects of hoplite warfare that are little understood or the subject of fierce academic debate. Christopher Matthew’s groundbreaking work combines rigorous analysis with the new disciplines of reconstructive archaeology, reenactment, and ballistic science. He examines the equipment, tactics, and capabilities of the individual hoplites, as well as how they used juggernaut masses of men and their long spears to such devastating effect. This is an innovative reassessment of one of the most important early advancements in military tactics, and “indispensable reading for anyone interested in ancient warfare (The New York Military Affairs Symposium).

Download or read book A Veil of Spears written by Bradley P. Beaulieu and published by Astra Publishing House. This book was released on 2018-03-20 with total page 647 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The third book in The Song of Shattered Sands series--an epic fantasy with a desert setting, filled with rich worldbuilding and pulse-pounding action. Since the Night of Endless Swords, a bloody battle the Kings of Sharakhai narrowly won, the kings have been hounding the rebels known as the Moonless Host. Many have been forced to flee the city, including Çeda, who discovers that the King of Sloth is raising his army to challenge the other kings' rule. When Çeda finds the remaining members of the Moonless Host, now known as the thirteenth tribe, she sees a tenuous existence. Çeda hatches a plan to return to Sharakhai and free the asirim, the kings' powerful, immortal slaves. The kings, however, have sent their greatest tactician, the King of Swords, to bring Çeda to justice for her crimes. But the once-unified front of the kings is crumbling. The surviving kings vie quietly against one another, maneuvering for control over Sharakhai. Çeda hopes to use that to her advantage, but whom to trust? Any of them might betray her. As Çeda works to lift the shackles from the asirim and save the thirteenth tribe, the kings of Sharakhai, the scheming queen of Qaimir, the ruthless blood mage, Hamzakiir, and King of Swords all prepare for a grand clash that may decide the fate of all.

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Download or read book The Story of Hawaii Illustrated Edition written by Gerard Fowke and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-11 with total page 863 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hawaii: The Aloha State is an informative reader which provides all the necessary information about USA's youngest state. This book is packed with fascinating stories from Hawaiian history, mythology, tradition and literature. If you plan to visit Hawaii or just want to find out more about this Pacific paradise this book is going to give you all the information you'll ever need. General Information Hawaiian History Archaeological Discoveries in Hawaii Volcanoes of Hawaii Customs and Tradition Unwritten Literature of Hawaii: The Sacred Songs of the Hula Kiana: A Tradition of Hawaii Legends and Myths of Hawaii

Download or read book The Official Magic written by Beth Moursund and published by Sybex. This book was released on 1997 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the only official strategy guide to Magic: The Gathering, players learn all of the secrets of the game, the hidden pitfalls, and glorious treasures. Illustrated with scores of screenshots from the game and actual reproductions of the game's cards, the book also includes a four-color section that shows all the new cards that are only available in the PC version of the game.

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Download or read book Court of Bitter Thorn written by Kay L. Moody and published by Marten Press. This book was released on 2020-08-18 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A royal young adult epic fantasy novel with fae, magic, and enemies to lovers. Faerie wasn’t supposed to be real. Tricked by a fae prince, Elora is stuck in the Faerie realm far from her young sisters who depend on her for survival. Under the terms of her bargain, she can’t go home to the mortal world until Prince Brannick becomes the next High King. Or until he’s taken out of the running… Sabotaging Brannick’s chance at the crown will be much faster than helping him win. The fae prince may be charming, powerful, and wickedly handsome, but that won’t stop Elora from selling his secrets to the highest bidder. By day, she uses her master sword skills to train the prince. By night, she conspires with a rival king in a nearby court whose plans could destroy half of Faerie. Soon, lives are at stake that she never expected. She’ll have to choose who to save: her beloved sisters or half the inhabitants of Faerie. The choice would be easy… if a certain prince weren’t digging his way into her heart. This completed young adult fantasy series includes: Book 1: Court of Bitter Thorn Book 2: Castle of Bitter Thorn Book 3: Crown of Bitter Thorn Book 4: Queen of Bitter Thorn PRAISE FOR THE FAE OF BITTER THORN EPIC FANTASY SERIES "LOVE this. It rates among my absolute favorites of all time.” “Brannick is a typical faerie prince, attractive, arrogant, powerful, and selfish. And like all fae, he has tricks up his sleeve.” “I loved getting bits and pieces about the rules of fae and the other courts that exist. Where creativity is needed, we are given it in spades, and the sense of wonder is palpable.” “This book is a true treasure. I LIVE for books written like this. Absolutely brilliant.” “Full of sneaky court politics, betrayal, hard truths, fantastic world building and magic, as well all the wonderful tricky things pertaining to the High Fae.” Readers who like the following books have also enjoyed this YA fantasy novel The Cruel Prince, Alanna The First Adventure, The Hobbit, A Curse So Dark and Lonely, The Chronicles of Narnia, The Iron King, The Iron Fey, Caraval, Once Upon a Broken Heart, A Wrinkle in Time, The Last Unicorn, The Golden Compass, Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, The Selection, Red Queen, Graceling, The Kiss of Deception, Shadow and Bone, Six of Crows, Harry Potter, Daughter of Smoke and Bone, The Bear and the Nightingale, The City of Brass, A Deal with the Elf King, Air Awakens, Curse of the Wolf King, Oath Taker, Enchanting the Elven Mage, Shattered Kingdom, Curse of Shadows and Thorns, These Hollow Vows, Eragon Readers who like the following authors have also enjoyed this young adult epic fantasy book Holly Black, Tamora Pierce, JRR Tolkien, Brigid Kemmerer, CS Lewis, Stephanie Garber, Julie Kagawa, Madeleine Lengle, Peter S Beagle, Phillip Pullman, Kiera Cass, Victoria Aveyard, Kristin Cashore, Mary E. Pearson, Sarah J. Maas, JK Rowling, Leigh Bardugo, Laini Taylor, Katherine Arden, SA Chakraborty, Elise Kova, Tessonja Odette, Audrey Grey, Alisha Klapheke, Angelina J. Steffort, LJ Andrews, Lexi Ryan, Christopher Paolini, Robin Hobb, Morgan Rice Keywords: Young adult epic fantasy, YA epic fantasy, young adult fantasy, YA fantasy, epic fantasy books, YA fantasy books, epic sagas, animals & nature, top rated books, tricks, Epic of Gilgamesh, spells & charms, slow burn romance, slow-burn romance, enemies to lovers romance, young adult series, druids, top rated teen fantasy collection, heroine, dryads, for teenagers, sword and sorcery, fantasy stories, YA fantasy, young adults romance, magical adventures, fae fantasy, romantic fantasy, portal fantasy, dark fairy tales, fantasy realm, historical fantasy, secondary world fantasy, full length fantasy, fairy tale fantasy, young adult, royalty, fae prince, fae king, romantic book, romantic novel, audiobooks, fantasy audiobooks, dark magic, teen fantasy, war, battle, coming of age, magic books, adventure books, fae books, fantasy romance fae, epic fantasy fiction, action and adventure, young adult fantasy, teen fantasy romance, fantasy series, young adult books, epic fantasy books, young adult romance books, fantasy romance books for young adults, fantasy books for young adults, young adult fantasy, YA fantasy

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Download or read book Warring Devan written by E.A. Shanniak and published by E.A. Shanniak. This book was released on 2023-06-25 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A great war looms, the likes of which have not been seen in six hundred years. Devan struggles to save her clan and her family, including the man whom she has come to love. She fought the invaders to save her people, killing all who opposed her. The skies darken. The Goddess has turned her back on them all. Gripping her sword tightly, fires light the land around her; catapults crack like thunder, and Devan is left to wonder, will it be enough to destroy the Midas reign forever? Come back to the magic of what is Castre in this fantastic novel. You’ll laugh, cry, and be on the edge of your seat as Devan, with her charm and spirit, leads a tenacious battle through this fast-paced and action-packed adventure.

Download or read book Sunrise of Avalon written by Anna Elliott and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-09-13 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She is a healer, a storyteller, and a warrior. When Britain is faced with threats both old and new, the strength of her love may be the kingdom’s downfall . . . or salvation. Their love has overcome endless obstacles. Never ones to shy away from danger, former High Queen Isolde and Trystan, a mercenary with a lonely and troubled past, have already endured a perilous journey to keep the underhanded Lord Marche from the throne of Britain. But now a new traitor lurks amongst the kings on Britain’s High Council—and just when they’ve realized the depth of their love for each other, a new danger calls Trystan from Isolde’s side to test the strength of their secret marriage vow. Only Isolde knows that she is carrying Trystan’s unborn child. As Britain’s armies prepare for a final battle in which they will either turn back the tide of the invaders or see their kingdom utterly destroyed, Isolde must undertake yet another daring mission—one that will bring her even nearer to a secret that Trystan has kept for seven long years. As the clouds of war gather, Trystan and Isolde must once again fight to protect Britain’s throne. Together, they hold the key that can defeat the Saxon king, Octa of Kent, and Lord Marche. But the cost of Britain’s sovereignty may be their own forbidden love. Based on the earliest written version of the Arthurian tales, Anna Elliott’s Sunrise of Avalon breathes new life into an age-old legend and brings the story of Trystan and Isolde to an unforgettable end.

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Download or read book Fortress of Spears Empire III written by Anthony Riches and published by Hodder & Stoughton. This book was released on 2011-04-28 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the enthralling third volume of Empire, Anthony Riches takes the legions deep into north Britannia, where the survivors of the rebellion still hope for revenge. 'A master of the genre' The Times The Romans have vanquished the rebel alliance, leaving Calgus, Lord of the Northern Tribes, the prisoner of the chieftains he once led. But the new Roman leader will not let them rest. He forms an audacious plan to capture Dinpaladyr, the Selgovaes' fortress of spears, and return it to the hands of a trusted ally. Marcus Aquila - burning for revenge on an enemy army that has killed one of his best friends - is part of the select group of infantry chosen to go north with the Petriana cavalry and take the fort before the rebel army can reach it. He believes his disguise as Centurion Corvus of the 2nd Tungrians is still holding. But he is just a few days ahead of two of the emperor's agents, sent from Rome to kill him. Pitiless assassins who know his real name, and too much about his friends.

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