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The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael
A young woman, perceived dead, plots to reinvent herself in a gripping historical gothic about secrets, superstition, and murder by the bestselling author of The Devil and Mrs. Davenport. South Carolina, 1853. Lillian Carmichael, privileged daughter of a disgraced Charleston family, is due to be hanged for the murder of her sister when fate gives her a second chance at life. After a catatonic episode on the long walk to the gallows, Lillian is declared dead and entombed in the family mausoleum. She awakens days later, buried alive, and flees to the Lowcountry marshes to survive on her wits and reinvent herself. All the while, a series of exsanguination murders holds the terrorized city in thrall—as do the superstitions that the vanished Lillian is some craven creature, resurrected and out for blood. Lillian finds sanctuary in a crumbling former plantation and a friend in Kate O’Malley, a charismatic actress adept at fashioning new identities. The two form an intimate and powerful alliance, but as the body count rises, the manhunt for Lillian reaches a fever pitch. It will take both women’s cunning for her to escape the gallows again, and to find her freedom, Lillian must first cross paths with the real killer and confront her own family’s deepest, darkest secret.
Russia in Upheaval
Edward Alsworth Ross, one of the founders of the academic field of sociology, spent July–December 1917 traveling across the Russian Empire and talking to the people there. As he states in his brief introduction, “I have taken it as my business to describe impartially the major social changes going on in Russia … in the latter half of 1917, and leave it to others or to time itself to judge them.” Ross follows through on that promise remarkably well, describing Russian peasants, the urban educated class, industrial workers, women, religion, people who had been imprisoned under tsarism, religion, the people of the Caucasus and Central Asia, and the proposals for democracy, among other topics. Though this unique account focuses more on the people and less on politics than other accounts of the time, Ross includes a fascinating account of a lengthy private interview with Trotsky in December 1917. He ends the book by looking ahead to Russia’s possible future, from a perspective after the Bolsheviks took power but before the Civil War changed everything. Delving into important themes rarely mentioned in other foreigners’ writings about the Russian Revolution, Russia in Upheaval gives a unique sense of the times.
Happy Town Coloring and Sticker Fun
Take a stroll through Happy Town, where every page brings a new destination in a bustling, friendly city. From a sweet cupcake shop to a handy mechanics garage, fire station, bike shop, and more, you’ll love colouring each unique spot along the streets of Happy Town. Beyond just colouring, this book offers interactive fun with over 50 adorable stickers like sleepy cats, fire hydrants, people, and vehicles ready to be placed wherever your imagination takes them. Stickers can be added to building windows, alleyways, or used to bring characters to life in the town’s busy streets. Perforated, no-bleed pages make it easy to remove and arrange each scene in any order, turning individual works into a larger cityscape masterpiece. With its heartwarming illustrations, creative versatility, and interactive elements, this is more than just a colouring book, it’s a whole world of imaginative play.
Life Is Not Useful
Indigenous leader and activist Ailton Krenak reminds us that we must awaken from the comatose senselessness we have been immersed in since the beginning of the modern colonial project, where order, progress, development, consumerism, and capitalism have taken over our entire existence, leaving us only very partially alive, and, in fact, almost dead. To awaken from the coma of modernity is, for Krenak, to awaken to the possibility of becoming attuned to "the cosmic sense of life." He points out that the COVID-19 pandemic affects all so-called "human" lives and that the time is ripe for us all to reflect on and undo the exclusivity and distinction that have characterized the concept of humanity throughout Western modernity.
The Legend of Kamui: Volume Three
The greatest sword-and-samurai epic of all time continues! The body count continues to rise in this engrossing, swashbuckling third volume of The Legend of Kamui, set in feudal Japan. Our hero Kamui is fresh off his training and begins to infiltrate the delicate hierarchy oppressing the countryside in order to begin tearing it down, piece by piece. Shosuke faces off with a new assassin because of what he may or may not have witnessed. Ryunoshin s vendetta befuddles the chief headman as well as his lord. Meanwhile, Kamui s fellow outcast Saesa takes on a more prominent role. Revolution is in the air, and the sound of clashing swords rages on in Shirato Sanpei s landmark manga epic the first of its kind. The Legend of Kamui was originally serialized between 1964 and 1971 in the legendary alt-manga magazine GARO. Its literary and historical merit was recognized long before a complete translation was even available. Now available in full for the very first time, Shirato Sanpei s The Legend of Kamui is translated from the Japanese by Richard Rubinger with Noriko Rubinger.
Badger Books
‘A story about the power of imagination and friendship.’ Eoin ColferFrom the world of Fox & Son Tailers. ‘Badger Books’ is a bookshop, run by a badger. You can find books about every animal. From bears to elephants, tigers to dinosaurs and pandas to narwhals. But there’s one book they don’t have ... and it’s one that Rory the Fox really, really wants.
These Shattered Spires
‘Ambitious, gruesome and appallingly fascinating’ - The GuardianIn a rotten and bloody world, four magical rivals are forced to work together to avoid certain death in a deadly competition. Gothic, visceral and utterly compelling, These Shattered Spires is the first book in the Wyrdos trilogy. Beneath a tooth-filled sky, the world rots. At the heart of the decaying world is Fourspires Castle, home to arcanists from across the four magical disciplines: bone, blood, botany and stone. When the king is assassinated, chaos erupts. To seize the crown, arcanists and their human familiars are dragged into the Slaughter – a deadly competition, where survival means killing and death is the only escape. Amidst the bloodshed, four rival familiars must work together … Taro, a bone witch still obsessed with her ex. Nixie, a botanical familiar with a ghost living in her bedroom. Elliot, a cursed and vengeful blood familiar and Alix, banished from the stone arcania tower and shrouded in secrets. Together, the four Wyrdos are not just fighting to survive, but to lift the curse upon their world. There must be more to the sky than a dome of teeth and spittle; there must be something beyond the decay of Fourspires …***********************************************************************************************************‘These Shattered Spires is a grotesque extravaganza of a book, with a labyrinthine quest and complex, morally grey characters you can’t help but root for – no matter how many times they make clear you shouldn’t. With utterly unique world-building, a brilliant magic system and writing that flips from fun and entertaining to heart-wrenching without a moment’s notice, this is such a unique, compelling book that kept me glued to the edge of my seat. Grotesque, disturbing and frankly unsanitary. I've never had so much fun.’ Bea Fitzgerald, author of Girl, Goddess, Queen‘Utterly fabulous and darkly imaginative. Complicated, flawed characters shine in a world of grit and bloodshed, all brought to life through effortlessly evocative prose. I devoured every page.’ Elise Kova, New York Times Bestselling Author of Arcana Academy‘Gruesome, gothic, gay and glorious. I ate this up from cover to cover. Addictively weird, heartfelt and a bloody good time!’ Kat Dunn, author of Bitterthorn‘These Shattered Spires is part fantastical court intrigue, part murder mystery, part lush queer romance, and part dysfunctional found family. At times, the writing is humorous, at others it bites like a scorpion's sting. This story follows four morally complicated people tangled by love and hatred but forced to work together to survive. You will keep wondering what will happen next to the very end!’ Katy Nyquist, author of the A Holy Maiden's Guide to Getting Kidnapped‘Absolutely perfect for fans of Gideon the Ninth, These Shattered Spires pulses with the weird and wonderful macabre. Salter weaves a ragtag crew of lovable misfits with uniquely grim world-building that is impossible to forget. Witty, diverse characters and tongue-in-cheek humor makes this gothic YA fantasy both upbeat and chill inducing. I fear I’ll never look at nuns the same way again!’ Catelyn Wilson, author of All the Devils with Penguin‘These Shattered Spires is the weirdest book I've read this year, which is the highest praise I can give. It is delightfully grotesque, exquisitely macabre and viscerally strange’ Alwyn Hamilton, author of Rebel in the Sands
Everything Was Forever, Until It Was No More
“[An] extraordinary book.”—Brian Eno • “One of the best books about the U.S.S.R. in its late stage.”—Alexei Navalny, from Patriot: A Memoir • “Not just history, but a pleasure to read, a true work of art.”—Slavoj Žižek • “Extraordinary and brilliant.”—Adam Curtis, director of HyperNormalisationA fascinating exploration of “hypernormalization” in a political system that seemed powerful and eternal—even when it was on the verge of collapseSoviet socialism was based on paradoxes that were revealed by the peculiar experience of its collapse. To the people who lived in that system the collapse seemed both completely unexpected and completely unsurprising. At the moment of collapse it suddenly became obvious that Soviet life had always seemed simultaneously eternal and stagnating, vigorous and ailing, bleak and full of promise. Although these characteristics may appear mutually exclusive, in fact they were mutually constitutive. This book explores the paradoxes of Soviet life during the period of "late socialism" (1960s-1980s) through the eyes of the last Soviet generation. Focusing on the major transformation of the 1950s at the level of discourse, ideology, language, and ritual, Alexei Yurchak traces the emergence of multiple unanticipated meanings, communities, relations, ideals, and pursuits that this transformation subsequently enabled. His historical, anthropological, and linguistic analysis draws on rich ethnographic material from Late Socialism and the post-Soviet period. The model of Soviet socialism that emerges provides an alternative to binary accounts that describe that system as a dichotomy of official culture and unofficial culture, the state and the people, public self and private self, truth and lie—and ignore the crucial fact that, for many Soviet citizens, the fundamental values, ideals, and realities of socialism were genuinely important, although they routinely transgressed and reinterpreted the norms and rules of the socialist state.
A True Kill
An FBI agent risks it all to stop a far-reaching conspiracy in a propulsive thriller by Steven Konkoly, the USA Today bestselling author of A Hired Kill. FBI agent Garrett Mann is running out of time. His task force, ARTEMIS, is on the verge of disbandment, but he’s uncovered a sinister plot that could swing the upcoming presidential election. With a trail leading from Washington, DC, to rural Montana and finally to Tampa, Florida, Mann assembles a team of misfits and black-ops specialists to take on a shadowy conspiracy involving the CIA, a covert government contractor, and a third-party political movement. As a hurricane bears down on Florida, Mann and his team launch a desperate raid on a yacht hiding secrets that could destroy everything. With the clock ticking and enemies closing in from all sides, they must secure crucial evidence before it’s too late. In this heart-pounding finale to the Garrett Mann series, the stakes have never been higher, and the cost of failure could be the very future of the nation itself.
Dark Knights of Steel: Allwinter
The Dark Knights of Steel saga, placing DC s heroes in the realm of epic fantasy, continues with a standalone tale starring Deathstroke in a deadly frozen wasteland! The snow falls thick, blood runs black, and color itself is only a distant memory. The legendary assassin Deathstroke stalks a frozen wasteland, killing for coin among a nation of ever-warring jarls. But when our murderer for hire finds himself cast in the role of reluctant guardian, will he fight to end the icy curse destroying his land or be consumed by the sins of his own dark past? The red-hot Dark Knights of Steel epic, which reimagines DC s heroes in a medieval fantasy world, expands into bone-chilling new territories with new surprises in store, with a story written by Jay Kristoff, with striking images from rising star artist Tirso! Plus, this volume includes a story by Dark Knights of Steel architect Tom Taylor and The Fellspyre Chronicles artist Riccardo Federici, detailing an all-new origin of Aquaman! This volume collects Dark Knights of Steel: Allwinter #1-6, the latest from DC s hit Elseworlds line.
DC Finest: The Flash: The Fastest Man Dead
From deathtraps to doppelgangers, Barry Allen s sprint through the 70s is anything but predictable. This era of The Flash catapults Barry Allen through stories that blend superheroics, sci-fi weirdness, and social turmoil. From cultists and cursed rings to alternate realities and psychic breakdowns, the Flash's world expands in scope and emotional depth. Featuring classic tales with Elongated Man, Kid Flash, and a surreal collaboration with Batman and supernatural forces, this is a long-awaited chronicle of DC s boldest storytelling era. Includes World s Finest Comics #198, The Flash #200 204, 206 212, 214 229, and The Brave and the Bold #99.
Toe to Toe
It takes two to tango in this deliciously steamy new romance from Falon Ballard, perfect for fans of Dirty Dancing, Magic Mike, and Spiral 🩰 'An absolute powerhouse of an author' Hannah Bonam-Young ? 'Toe To Toe will have you signing up for ballet classes before you reach the final page. Add this to your TBR ASAP!' Lindsey Kelk ? 'When it comes to sparkling, swoon-worthy love stories, no one does it better than Falon Ballard' Kate Spencer ? __________________________________________________________________________ Allegra Hart has been working her whole life to achieve one goal: become a principal ballerina, and with auditions for her company's next production coming up, she knows it's finally her chance. The catch? The director isn't convinced she has the "sex appeal" for the job. Determined to prove him wrong, Allegra enlists the help of the lead dancer of an all-male exotic dance troupe, a classically trained dancer who is also the sexiest man she's ever met. Cord Donovan swore he'd never get himself involved with the ballet world again, but there's something special about Allegra, and he soon finds himself agreeing to teach her how to ramp up her sex appeal, but only if she helps him choreograph a new partner piece for his show in return. As they practice their moves on and off the stage, the pair find themselves battling a growing attraction. And with the role of her dreams on the line, Allegra is determined not to let a man derail her career, but what if Cord is actually the perfect partner she's been looking for? __________________________________________________________________________ Readers LOVE Falon Ballard! '[A] sexy and sensitive story full of the vibrant dance life that thrives in New York City . . . a modern tale of complicated love that readers won't want to put down' Library Journal 'Ballard's latest may be about the light and graceful art of ballet, but it does not hesitate to pack a punch. . . . a hefty addition to Ballard's oeuvre' Booklist 'A fun and very steamy romance that explores the inner lives of dancers' Kirkus Reviews '...everything my romance-loving heart could want. Sexy and sweet in equal measure' Alison Cochrun ? 'Magic Mike meets Center Stage in this incredibly sexy and fabulous executed romance. I absolutely devoured it!' Jo Segurra ?'Laugh-out-loud funny, heartwarming . . .' Sarah Hogle ? 'It's funny, sharp, and a slow burn that will keep you on the edge of your seat' Erin La Rosa ? 'Laugh out loud funny and romantic beyond the scope of space and time' Annabel Monaghan ? 'The perfect blend of wit and romance' Sophie Cousens ? ''Full of her signature charm, steam, and laugh-out-loud moments . . . I devoured this in a single, delicious sitting!' Holly James ?
The Pocket Crystal Chakra Healer
HEAL and ENERGIZE yourself by BALANCING your CHAKRAS with the power of CRYSTALS. An IN-DEPTH GUIDE in a handy POCKET-SIZED FORMAT from BESTSELLING author and crystal expert PHILIP PERMUTT.In many cultures, the chakra system is believed to transfer healing energies to the mind, body, and spirit. When a chakra is blocked or filled with unhelpful energies, it can lead to feelings of stress, unhappiness, and even pain. Here, Philip Permutt teaches you how to detoxify the chakras with easy-to-find crystals and improve your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. First, discover how crystals and minerals focus, store, transmit, and transmute energy and the principal ways to work with them: laying on stones, holding crystals, making crystal elixirs, and cleansing methods. Then learn about the chakra system, with a detailed section about each one including information on how they affect your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being, checklists to help you assess the health of each one, and profiles of over 100 crystals that can be used for healing. Finally, in Healing Techniques, you’ll learn how to carry out a full crystal chakra healing treatment, including making a diagnosis, activating crystals, and aura healing, plus details on self-healing and distant healing.
Archívne viny
Básnická zbierka Archívne viny je návratom k ranému autorskému obdobiu básnika, ktorého debut bol literárnou udalosťou ešte pred jeho neskoršími kontroverznými prózami. Kniha obsahuje publikované a nepublikované básne a dopĺňa ju doslov, v ktorom autor približuje okolnosti svojho vstupu do literatúry i význam poézie v jeho osobnom živote.
Solo Leveling 7
Společný raid korejských a japonských lovců na ostrov Čedžu je v plném proudu – a Činu ho sleduje zpovzdálí. Když se však ukáže, že evoluce mravenců pokročila mnohem dál, než všichni čekali, nezbyde Činuovi než zakročit osobně. Střet s králem mravenců se ale beze ztrát neobejde…
Černobyl - 26. dubna 1986
Stalo se to před čtyřiceti lety. Snad všichni, kteří žili v tehdejším socialistickém Československu, si ještě pamatují šeptandu a útržky informací, pronikající skrze hradbu komunistického zatloukání a lhaní. Nikdo nic nevěděl a jen málokomu docházelo, jak strašná, nedozírná a nevyzpytatelná katastrofa se tehdy stala. Když se po rozpadu Sovětského svazu objevily první fotografie ze zakázané zóny, spatřili lidé fascinující výjevy, které předčily leckterý postapokalyptický film. A když se lidé s uvolněním informačního embarga dozvěděli celou pravdu, obešla mnohé hrůza.
V této publikaci nenajdete jen podrobný popis tehdejších událostí, vysvětlení příčin katastrofy a příběhy neuvěřitelného hrdinství lidí, kteří následky havárie likvidovali. Přečtete si i zásadní zprávu o naději a o neuvěřitelné schopnosti lidí i přírody vypořádat se s pohromou, která se mohla zpočátku jevit jako konec světa. Unikátní historické i současné fotografie svědectví o této pro lidstvo zásadní události dokreslují.
Cesta ke zkáze Černobylu
Poznejte úskalí spjatá s jaderným programem Sovětského svazu
Výbuch čtvrtého reaktoru
Vraťte se s námi do okamžiku, kdy se rutinní test změnil v katastrofu
Závod s časem
Sledujte krok za krokem dramatický boj o zastavení neviditelné hrozby
Současnost a budoucnost
Zjistěte, jak dnes vypadá oblast, kde se zastavil čas, a co ji čeká
A Garden of Herbal Remedies
Discover the timeless art of healing with this beautifully crafted resource that celebrates the medicinal gifts of nature. Drawing on centuries of herbal tradition, this book introduces readers to a wide variety of plants known for their therapeutic properties, from calming chamomile and invigorating peppermint to powerful echinacea and restorative rosemary. Each page combines botanical history, folklore, and modern uses, with clear instructions for preparing teas, tinctures, salves, and other natural treatments. Enhanced by vintage-style illustrations and engaging narrative, A Garden of Herbal Remedies is both a practical guide and a charming keepsake for anyone interested in herbal medicine, self-care, and sustainable living.
Material Witness
Material Witness, Edward Ragg's sixth collection, bears witness to all manner of materials: from botany, bower birds, diving bell spiders, rock formations and coral reefs to a Nazi-stamped photo of the poet’s mother as well as Dante’s Divine Comedy and the Las Meninas paintings of Velázquez and Picasso. In three sections — ‘Scenes’, ‘Acts’, ‘Aftermaths’ — Material Witness reveals an interlinking architecture, constructing a poetry profoundly wedded to the physical universe and variously concerned with love, family history, the natural world, even the simple act of stirring a cup of tea. This is a poetry that conjures in all senses ‘the strange companionship of materials’.
IMPERFECT BODIES
When Ali learns that she is expecting a child with CFC syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects the heart, face, skin, and development, her world is shaken up. Doctors tell her that her baby will not even survive pregnancy but, against all odds, Carys is born. In this powerful literary memoir, Ali shares her journey as the mother of Carys, reflecting on motherhood, identity, the female body, and the able and dis-abled body, while exploring social and political definitions of normality. This memoir also interrogates how pregnancy, aging, and disability are all appropriated by public discourses without addressing individual needs. Isaac brings forth a myriad of non-normative bodies in a beautiful narrative that feels powerful and liberating. For readers of Claire Kilroy, Anne Enright, Deborah Levy. Comparable titles: Lifeblood by Nina Holland nd
