From astrophysics to rocket science to the future of space exploration, Space Is Cool as F*ck explains everything you thought you'd never understand about the universe in plain-old filthy English. We're talking Big Bang, aliens, black holes, time travel, degenerate astronomers, and all the fundamental things you take for granted until you stop and think (like matter—what is this sh*t, really?).Alongside the knowledge bombs are 100 wild illustrations, photog...

Packed with mind-blowing space facts, this book proves how awesome the universe is—and that space is for everyone.From astrophysics to rocket science to the future of space exploration, Space Is Cool as F*ck explains everything you thought you’d never understand about the universe in plain-old filthy English. We’re talking Big Bang, aliens, black holes, time travel, degenerate astronomers, and all the fundamental things you take for grante...

If you were looking for the definitive Christmas anthology, consider yourself lucky, because you just found it! This book is everything you want Christmas to be — loving, warm and celebratory. Timeless and adorable, beautifully designed, "The Big Book of Christmas" is a great big stocky book — stuffed with novels, novellas, short stories, poems, carols and songs. Inside you'll find: · Novels, novellas and short stories from Charles Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, Hans Christian Andersen, O. He...

This holiday, we proudly present to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas stories. Over 250 of them are included by your favourite authors:Charles Dickens, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Leo Tolstoy, Willa Cather, Beatrix Potter, Louisa May Alcott, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Hans Christian Andersen, E.T.A. Hoffmann, O. Henry, Mark Twain and many more!

The anthology titled 'The Greatest American Short Stories' presents a remarkable tapestry of American literature, showcasing the diverse voices that have shaped the short story genre. This collection spans various literary styles and themes, capturing the essence of American life, from the complexities of the human psyche to the multifaceted social landscapes. The works evoke a broad spectrum of emotions and ideas, providing a lens into America's cultural and historical evolutions. Readers...

The Best American Short Stories is a seminal collection that showcases a rich tapestry of American literature, spanning eras and exemplifying a variety of literary styles. From the poignant realism of the late 19th century to the evocative imaginations of the early modern era, this anthology navigates the complexities of American society and the human condition. It illuminates the diversity and significance of the works, including standout pieces that reflect the quintessence of short stor...

His Immortal EmbraceThe Yearning, by Hannah HowellTormented by an ancient curse, the young men of Clan MacCordy reach manhood only to walk forever in darkness, thirsting for blood--and Alpin MacCordy is no different. He must wed for coin and land, despite his betrothed's terror--and his own fascination for another woman, Lady Sophie Hay. . .Bitten, by Lynsay SandsAfter brooding Keeran MacKay saves Emily Went...

The 'American Short Stories 'Äì Best Books Boxed Set' invites readers into a rich tapestry of literary exploration spanning stark realism to gothic flair, offering an extensive view of American storytelling. The anthology showcases the evolution of American literature through tales that navigate the complexities of identity, morality, and innovation set against the backdrop of a transforming nation. With a diverse range of narratives, each piece pulsates with its unique rhythm, from spine-...

e-artnow present you the greatest American short stories from the masters of their craft: The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County (Mark Twain) The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg (Mark Twain) To Build a Fire (Jack London) A Piece of Steak (Jack London) An Odyssey of the North (Jack London) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Ransom of Red Chief (O. Henry) The Cop and the Anthem (O. Henry) A Retrieved Reformation (O. Henry) The Fall of the House of Usher (Edgar Allan Poe) The Tell-Tal...

e-artnow presents you the export product USA is best known in the world of literature, the unique American short stories, ranging from satire, social injustice, horror, adventure and psychological turmoil. Content: The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County (Mark Twain) The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg (Mark Twain) To Build a Fire (Jack London) A Piece of Steak (Jack London) An Odyssey of the North (Jack London) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Ransom of Red Chief (O. Henry) The C...

CONTENTS H. W. COLLINGWOOD 1. Indian Pete's Christmas Gift HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN 2. The Fir-Tree HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN 3. The Last Dream of the Old Oak Tree HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN 4. The Little Match Girl HARRIET BEECHER STOWE 5. Betty's Bright Idea HARRIET BEECHER STOWE 6. Christmas In Poganuc HARRIET BEECHER STOWE 7. Christmas; or, The Good Fairy HARRIET BEECHER STOWE 8. The First Christmas of New England HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW 9. Christmas Bells HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW 10. T...

The 'American Short Stories – Best Books Boxed Set' is a rich tapestry of American literary heritage, encapsulating a wide range of styles from Romanticism to Modernism. This collection traverses the depths of Gothic horror, the nuances of social realism, and the poignant simplicity of regionalism. Through its diversity, it presents stories that delve into the complexities of human experience, often highlighting the tensions between tradition and change, innocence and experience, dreams an...