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When the mighty and cruel must be brought low, it's the killers and the schemers who emerge from the shadows. As plans twist and change, and our protagonists are foiled and beaten, one thing remains true: no matter the cost, the king must fall.The King Must Fall is a dark fantasy anthology featuring 19 titans of the dark and grimdark fantasy genres writing about rogues, assassins, mages, blackguards, and warriors on quests to kill their kings, rulers, captains, and leaders....

In "Cox'—The Man," Roger Ward Babson offers a meticulously researched biographical study that delves into the life and contributions of a key yet often overlooked figure in American history. Babson's literary style interweaves a narrative rich in detail, employing a blend of anecdotal evidence and analytical insight that reflects his own experiences as a businessman and economist. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the book navigates the complexities of Cox's influence in ...

Crossing cultures can be a stimulating and rewarding adventure. It can also be a stressful and bewildering experience. This thoroughly revised and updated edition of Furnham and Bochner's classic Culture Shock (1986) examines the psychological and social processes involved in intercultural contact, including learning new culture-specific skills, managing stress and coping with an unfamiliar environment, changing cultural identities and enhancing intergroup relations. The book desc...

The American Civil Liberties Union partners with award-winning authors Michael Chabon and Ayelet Waldman in this “forceful, beautifully written” (Associated Press) collection that brings together many of our greatest living writers, each contributing an original piece inspired by a historic ACLU case.On January 19, 1920, a small group of idealists and visionaries, including Helen Keller, Jane Addams, Roger Baldwin, and Crystal Eastman, founded the American Civil Li...

Weirdbook #47 offers a captivating journey into the realms of fantasy and horror, featuring a diverse collection of stories from acclaimed authors such as David C. Smith, Adrian Cole, and Cynthia Ward. This issue includes Schweitzer's

The 44th issue of Weirdbook is a ghoulish delight of horror and fantasy fiction, with a terrific lineup of original stories and poetry. Stories featured in this issue include:"Let Me Be Your Swamp Snake," by Adrian Cole"A Whisper in the Death Pit," by Kyla Lee Ward"Deadest Man in Town," by Franklyn Searight"Penumbra Over Millwall," by Jan Edwards"Birth," by M. Stern"Okiko’s Doll," by Stefano Frigieri"Heatseeker," by Tim Curran

Crossing cultures can be a stimulating and rewarding adventure. It can also be a stressful and bewildering experience. This thoroughly revised and updated edition of Furnham and Bochner's classic Culture Shock (1986) examines the psychological and social processes involved in intercultural contact, including learning new culture specific skills, managing stress and coping with an unfamiliar environment, changing cultural identities and enhancing intergroup relations.The boo...

DREAMING KANDRESPHAR, by Darrell SchweitzerEYE OF WISDOM, EYE OF PAIN, by John R. FultzTHE THING THAT ISN’T HIS MOTHER, by Lorenzo CrescentiniTHE SIRENS SING AT SUNSET, by Allan RozinskiZOLTÁN, by Cynthia WardCHARMED, I’M SURE, by Franklyn SearightPANDEMONIUM, by Thomas VaughnWHISPERS, by Ashley DiosesTRYING TO FIND IT IN MY CITY, by Chad HensleyA WITNESS OF THE LAST DAYS OF EN-FANULK, by Adrian SimmonsTHE ACQUISITION OF...

Reviews developments in understanding and protecting genetic diversity in rice, and how this translates into marker-assisted and other developments in breeding;Discusses advances in breeding varieties with enhanced properties such as high yield and drought tolerance;Summarises current research on understanding and improving nutritional properties such as vitamin and mineral content

Increasing numbers of people have connections with one country, but live and work in another, frequently owning property or investments in several countries. People with lifelong or subsequently developed impairments of capacity move cross-border or have property or family interests or connections spread across different jurisdictions. This new work fills a gap in a specialist market for a detailed work advising lawyers on all the considerations in these situations. The book provides a cle...

In "Great Possessions," Mrs. Wilfrid Ward presents a nuanced exploration of materialism and spiritual wealth through a series of thoughtful essays. Written in a reflective prose style that combines both eloquence and clarity, the book delves into the juxtaposition of worldly possessions and the intangible treasures of life, such as love, faith, and community. Drawing upon influences from Victorian moral philosophy, Ward's work challenges the reader to reconsider the value placed on materia...