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Dive into the untold origins of a hero that shaped an era-before Blue Spekter, there was the legend of the Crimson Blaze!In the aftermath of betrayal and covert experiments, First Lieutenant Catalina Hernandez faces the unimaginable: resurrection with newfound powers in a morgue's cold embrace. Fueled by a relentless pursuit for justice and answers, Catalina's quest uncovers the dark dealings of the CIA and a clandestine war waged by the enigmatic...
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A history of the family-owned, Nova Scotia beach canteen and two sisters determined to show their father that women can also be successful.
Gladee's Canteen, several times voted as one of the ten best restaurants in Canada, was a special example of co-operative and communal spirit. At the centre of the operation were Gladee and her sister Flossie, supported by the extended Hirtle family. They offered a warm welcome and a memorable menu, in a setting...
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This first volume begins with a general introduction to the overall series, and describes the motivations that led to its writing and the aims and methods adopted. A general description of the "science of geology" as we know it today is included, as well as a description of the various theories and factions involved. A brief description of each volume of the series is also included. The question of Atlantis is generally answered in the first six volumes,...
4) Legendary
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No one is born a Legend - but anyone can become one.
In Legendary, Tommy Breedlove provides a playbook of simple tools and strategies anyone can use to become truly Legendary in business and in life. Created from years of research, study, and practice in the areas of self-development, mindset mastery, relationship building, and business leadership, the Legendary playbook can help you:
• Achieve greater financial and business success
• Lead...
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"Link's adventures across Hyrule introduce him to two powerful allies-- the Oracle of Seasons and the Oracle of Ages-- and pit him against a pair of nefarious villains-- General Onox and the Sorceress of Shadows. To win the day he must journey from winter to summer and beyond the veil of time itself." --
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This book includes tales of the heroes and gods from the Great Myth Cycles as well as tales of witches, ghosts, and fairies. It is an examination and celebration of the tradition of storytelling. This is the first anthology to seek out and record the traditions from many parts of the Western Celtic world-Ireland, Cornwall, Scotland, Wales, and Brittany-from as early as the 17th century.
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AI-FREE! 100% certified organic author-created content. No artificial intelligence was used in the writing of this book.The Golden State…These are chronicles of the Old West--of the native people who lived on the land for generations and the pioneers who came from all over the world in search of riches…the struggle to survive in a land without laws…the strange bedfellows that resulted from the clash of cultures…and the common language of the...
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The author of The Curse of the Indy 500 takes to the court to showcase the celebrated Bulldogs who made their marks on college basketball.
Although many fans think Butler University basketball took off with its back-to-back NCAA tournament appearances in 2010 and 2011, the Butler Bulldogs have a long history of tenaciously outplaying larger and better-known teams. In Butler Basketball Legends, veteran sports writer Stan Sutton profiles the legacy...
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The Schism now out of focus, the race for the Staff of the Gods begins. Will Botalia and team be able to stop the others from achieving the ultimate power, or will their minds be corrupted to chase the power for themselves? Tanten Flynn and team were able to escape from the Magistrate Association without much of a challenge amidst the outbreak of the Schism occurring within the city. With the altar piece in their possession, their mission of obtaining...
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Ben Thompson-author of Badass, creator of the epic website badassoftheweek.com, and the Internet's foremost expert on badassitude-is back to enthrall lovers of skull-smashing, bone-crushing bad behavior with his latest compendium, Badass: The Birth of a Legend. Like its macho predecessor, Badass: The Birth of a Legend celebrates fearless berserkers of every stripe, male and female, but this time pulls them from the hoary pages of mythology, fantasy...
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This book explores the ancient realm of Mesopotamia, along the banks of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. The Babylonians wove a rich tapestry of religious beliefs that formed the backbone of their cultural and societal identity. At the heart of this intricate cosmology stood a diverse and complex pantheon of gods, each endowed with unique attributes, responsibilities, and mythological narratives. Explore how this pantheon not only shaped the Babylonian...
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The Hugo and Nebula Award—winning author "has cultivated in these pages an epic history that spans millennia and the breadth of the galaxy" (Tampa Bay Newspapers).
Duncan Rojas, an employee in the research department of Wilford Braxton's Records of Big Game, rarely gets such a request. Bukoba Mandaka, the last descendant of the Maasai, wants his help finding a relic that has been lost for three thousand years: the tusks of the famous Kilimanjaro...
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The legends of Norse mythology are famous for including Odin, Thor and Loki and the battles they fought and the adventures they enjoyed. Here are collected some of the finest examples of Norse story telling. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Pomona Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the...
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Rhode Island's ghostly heritage is as deep and profound as the history of the state itself. From the ghastly moaning bones of Mount Tom to the stately haunt of Judge Potter in a local library, Rhode Island's apparitions have been causing fear for centuries. Follow M. E. Reilly-McGreen as she reveals the ghoulish stories of the state's most haunted places. The author delves deep to unearth tales of fright little known to most as well as those that...
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A historian delves into the legendary story of the baby who saved a ship full of Scottish immigrants from pirates.
Meet Mary, ocean-born and named by an infamous pirate. Her birth saved a group of Scottish immigrants aboard a ship bound for New England in 1720. Halfway through the grueling voyage, pirates intercepted and captured the vessel. Upon hearing a baby's cry, the pirate captain promised to spare the lives of all on board if the mother named...
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Embark on the journey of exploring the origins of the Malay universe takes us into the realm of creation myths, where ancient narratives weave together the cosmic tapestry of existence. This book explores These Malay myths, rooted in the cultural and spiritual traditions of the Malays, offering profound insights into the beliefs, cosmology, and foundational stories that shaped their understanding of the universe.
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