Ireland, 1014 AD, was a turbulent time; but wing walkers Kate Phillips and Jen Fillmore discover that the fate of the island is tied to an island in another worldGudsrika Isle in the world of Bigna. Caught in a world between medieval mercenaries and twenty-first century cell phones, Kate and Jen find their lives hurled into a sinister domain of deceit, treachery and tomblike dungeons. Brought to Gudsrika Isle to prevent the magic of the BOK, the sacred writings of Gudsrika, falling into th...

Chartered in 1869, Southern Illinois University has been a stalwart presence on the southern Illinois landscape for a century and a half. This book celebrates the 150th anniversary of the university’s founding by exploring in depth its history since 1969, when the last book to celebrate a major anniversary was published.Chapters reflect on SIU’s successful athletics program, the various colleges and departments within the university, the diverse holdings and collections of the libr...

In "Campaign Pictures of the War in South Africa (1899-1900)," A. G. Hales presents a vivid and immersive chronicle of the Second Boer War, reflecting both the brutal realities of warfare and the complexities of colonial politics. Hales employs a richly descriptive literary style, utilizing detailed observations and personal anecdotes to evoke the experiences of soldiers and civilians alike during this tumultuous period. The book stands not only as a historical account but as a literary do...

In "Clara Hopgood," William Hale White crafts a poignant narrative that delves into the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations in Victorian England. The novel is marked by a rich, introspective style that intertwines lyrical prose with deep psychological insight. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, White explores themes of individuality, moral conflict, and the search for personal authenticity, challenging the conventions of his time. The characte...

For every boy and girl who loves Minecraft, an adventure novel from bestselling author Winter Morgan.Steve lives on a wheat farm. He has everything he needs to live in the Minecraft world: a bed, a house, and food. Steve likes to spend his mornings in the NPC village and trade his wheat for emeralds, armor, books, swords, and food. One morning, he finds that Zombies have attacked the villagers. The Zombies have also turned the village blacksmith into a Zombie, leav...

Matthew Hervey of the 6th Light Dragoons is urgently summoned to the Cape Colony when he learns that the Zulu warrior King Shaka is about to wage war.Soon Hervey, his old friend Eyre Somervile and their escort of dragoons and mounted rifles are riding north. When they arrive at Shaka's kraal it is a horrifying place. The sentinels at the gates are corpses, and it quickly becomes apparent that he has slaughtered thousands of his subjects - warriors and women alike.

In "The Experiences of Loveday Brooke, Lady Detective," Catherine Louisa Pirkis introduces readers to one of literature's earliest female detectives, Loveday Brooke. This collection of interconnected short stories deftly blends elements of mystery and intrigue with a subtle critique of gender roles in Victorian society. Pirkis employs a brisk narrative style, rich in detail and wry humor, as she navigates through complex plots filled with twists and vibrant characterizations, ultimately re...

Return to the land of dragons and magic you discovered in Dragonspell and DragonQuest, in this finely crafted and memorable work of fantasy fiction with a core of eternal truth.Trapped in an evil spell… can the knights of Paladin be rescued?Before vowing his allegiance to Wulder as a knight, Bardon heads to the mountains for solitude. His life is suddenly complicated by a woman and her granddaughter, N’Rae, who are on a mission to rescue t...

Written in 1894, just 15 years after the war, this is James Grants excellent military history of the Zulu War of 1879. From the British disaster at Isandhlwana to face-saving at Rorkes Drift and the final humiliation of the Zulu nation at Ulundi, this is the contemporary view of how the events were conveyed to the public of Great Britain.Featuring original engravings from the Illustrated London News and the Graphic, this book was written during the height of the British Empire, and the triump...

There’s only one thing sweeter than my cupcakes—his lips.I’m just your run-of-the-mill earth witch, baking up some harmless hexes, that is until a necromancer starts messing with my town. With the dead looking for brains, suddenly I’m Mrs. Popular. Everyone wants my special charms, especially my pumpkin spice zombie-repelling cupcakes.Everyone but Reiver, the sword-wielding stranger who saves me from an undead attack. The hunter is big, bad, and not my type. For so...

Biographical sketches of four of the most famous early big game hunters. Originally published in 1901. The illustrated contents include many little known facts and anecdotes on the sport and lives of William Cotton Oswell - Henry Astbury Leveson ("Old Shekarry") - Sir Samuel White Baker and Roualeyn George Gordon Cumming. These four were important pioneers of big game hunting worldwide. This fascinating book will appeal to all sportsmen and especially to those hunters of larger game.

Trapped in a world she never knew existed, Saga Skånstad throws herself into her new life at Viking Academy. She learns to scale icy mountains, shoot flaming arrows, and ride on the back of a particularly ill-tempered dragon. But when Erik abruptly disappears, and the true reason for Saga's arrival in his world is unveiled, her fears only increase—not just for herself, but for the Viking who's captured her heart.When a surprise attack threatens her new home, Saga quickly realizes h...