A collection of supernatural stories about dreams, premonitions, and possessions.Here you'll find strange beasts, headless ghosts, and phantom faces that appear to the unsuspecting, striking fear into their very hearts. Tales include: "Premonition of the Titanic's Doom," "The Headless Lover," "Screaming Skulls and Other Oddities," and "A Stranger in the Fog."

As every fresh branch of investigation in natural history has a tendency to gather around it a rapidly accumulating literature, some explanation may probably be looked for from an author who offers a new contribution to the public. And when, as in the present instance, the writer's intentions are of an humble kind, it is the more desirable that he should state his views at the outset. Nor can the force of this claim be supposed to be lessened, from the gratifying fact, that the present wri...

Written by John Harper under official license from the creators of, and based in the vast universe of, the seminal space trading computer game Elite:Dangerous.Robert Garry, ex-military officer, wants nothing more than to maintain his integrity and his team's safety despite a career change to pirate leader but a cargo freighter he targets proves to be holding much more than he bargained for.Will he escape with his own life, let alone the lives of his crew?He has always...

These poems have been a lifetime in the making. A lifetime filled with love, joy, work, longing and loss. A lifetime that came to an end too soon in between the writing and publishing of this work. So these poems tell John Harper's story, from birth to death and everything in between.

Through vivid descriptions and thoughtful reflections, Harper also explores the lessons these ecosystems offer. He draws parallels between the harmony found in nature and moral teachings, encouraging readers to consider the interconnectedness of all living things. The book offers insights into the resilience of life in the face of changing tides and weather, highlighting the importance of preserving such environments for future generations.Harper’s work is both scientific and philosophical...

This comprehensive travel guide is designed to captivate the imagination of every intrepid traveler, whether they are a history enthusiast, cultural connoisseur, or simply someone yearning for an adventure. The guide takes readers on a curated exploration of Cairo's historic wonders, from the labyrinthine alleys of Khan El Khalili to the grandeur of the Citadel, providing an intimate encounter with the city's rich tapestry of history and culture.Cairo's cultural immersion beyond th...

TIME LAPSE: COLLAPSE is one of a three book series that tells the story of Duncan Duggard, a 14-year-old boy who lives with his grandparents in a small town in Michigan. A sensitive boy, Duncan is often bullied at school and sometimes experiences strange stoppages of time. After Duncans grandparents give him a beautiful silver amulet necklace as a birthday gift, Duncan is visited by the ghost of his late mother, who tells him that time itself is in danger of collapsing and that only he is ...

A consummate classic with a fresh approach to pediatric dermatologyChildren's skin is different. Maturation affects the epidermal barrier, the cutaneous microbiome, adnexal structures, vasculature, and transcutaneous absorption of drugs. The immature skin is more susceptible to pathogens and environmental disruption. Many genetic disorders are either present at birth or manifest early in childhood. Skin diseases thus present differently in children than in adults. ...

Two high-ranking officers defied the British Admiralty to tell the tale of World War I’s first naval battle against Germany.The Royal Navy had ruled the sea unchallenged for one hundred years since Nelson triumphed at Trafalgar. Yet when the Grand Fleet faced the German High Seas Fleet across the grey waters of the North Sea near Jutland, the British battleships and cruisers were battered into a draw, losing far more men and ships than the enemy.The Grand F...

The ultimate 'haunted house' collection of ghost stories. This book is full of terrifying tales of ghostly happenings in various castles, cemeteries and battlefields. Spine-tingling tales including the Strange Visitor of Covent Garden.

Pirates, smugglers, and highwaymen are among the contemptible characters that return from beyond the grave in this collection of chilling tales drawn from both land and sea.