'Pontifex' is het ware verhaal van de historische 78 dagen, in het jaar 1978, toen er achtereenvolgens drie pausen aan het hoofd van de Katholieke Kerk stonden.In dit verslag van onderzoeksjournalist Gordon Thomas volgen we de laatste drie leiders in het Vaticaanstad van de jaren '80: Paulus VI, Johannes Paulus I en Johannes Paulus II. Het boek gaat ook in op de moordaanslag op paus Johannes Paulus II die in 1981 volgde. Een meer bewogen jaar in de recente geschiedenis van de Katho...

Sometimes you want to read in German. Sometimes you want to read in English.There’s a great option: bilingual books!Bilingual, or dual-language books, are books in which text appears side-by-side in both the target language and English. These are some of the German books to enjoy since you can practice your German without being in over your head.Plus, there are plenty of different types of bilingual books, so there’s something out there for any learner at any level. Yo...

LIGHTSPEED is an online science fiction and fantasy magazine. In its pages, you will find science fiction: from near-future, sociological soft SF, to far-future, star-spanning hard SF--and fantasy: from epic fantasy, sword-and-sorcery, and contemporary urban tales, to magical realism, science-fantasy, and folktales.Usually, artwork is commissioned to illustrate a story, but we're turning things on their heads! Our cover this month is from the multi-award-winning artist Julie Dillon...

Set sail on a thrilling literary expedition with *The Pirate Bay Collection: History, True Stories & Most Famous Pirate Novels*, an anthology that captures the essence of nautical adventure through the ages. This collection offers an immersive foray into the tempestuous world of piracy, threading together tales of swashbuckling exploits, moral quandaries, and the eternal quest for freedom across vast, unpredictable seas. With a seamless blend of historical context and fictional imagination...

Discover with your children the fantastic world of classic tales betther than ever! These magic audio-tales are locuted by famous voice actors, with an amazing soundtrack and binaural effects! They are perfect for both listening at home before sleeping and in the car. VOCA Editorial provides in its collection Colorín colorado more than 2 hours of fun in which 15 classic tales are included: Little Red Riding Hood, The Tin Soldier, Snow White, The Vain Little Mouse, The Emperor's New Clothes...

Max IV./I. Joseph – erst Pfalzgraf, dann Herzog, 1799 Kurfürst und schließlich 1806 erster König von Bayern: Keiner hätte bei der Geburt dieses Zweitgeborenen vermutet, welcher Aufstieg ihm gelingen sollte. Dabei dauerte es lange, bis er regierender Fürst wurde, wobei er nicht nur vom erbenlosen Tod einiger Familienmitglieder profitierte, sondern auch später von Napoleons Drang, die europäische Landkarte von Grund auf zu verändern. Mit Max IV./I. Joseph (1756–1825) vollzog sich der Wandel ...

The Essential Works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle presents a collection of some of the most iconic detective fiction ever written. This comprehensive anthology includes the classic Sherlock Holmes stories, showcasing Doyle's masterful storytelling and intricate plots. Readers will be enthralled by the clever deductions of the famous detective, as he solves cases with logic and keen observation. The book also delves into themes of justice, morality, and the complexities of human nature, making ...

Alien meets Midsommar in this chilling debut adult novel from award-winning author Andrew Joseph White about identity, survival, and transformation amidst an alien invasion in rural West Virginia.Festering masses of worms and flies have taken root in dark corners across Appalachia. In exchange for unwavering loyalty and fresh corpses, these hives offer a few struggling humans salvation. A fresh start. It's an offer that none refuse.Crane is grateful. Among ...

e-artnow presents to you this unique collection of sea adventure novels and true stories of the most notorious pirates. History of Pirates of the Caribbean: Contents: The King of Pirates: Of Captain Avery, And his Crew Captain Martel Captain Teach, alias Blackbeard Edward England Charles Vane Rackam Mary Read Anne Bonny John Bowen The Trial of the Pirates at Providence The Pirate Gow The Pirates of Panama… Novels & Stories: Treasure Island (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Pirate (Walter Scott)...

Deadly Sails - Complete Collection offers an enthralling voyage through the turbulent seascapes of classic literature, charting a course across an eclectic array of storytelling styles and thematic depths. This anthology, a treasure trove of maritime exploits and nautical intrigue, gathers timeless tales that traverse the spectral shadows of gothic horror, the buoyant winds of romance, and the invigorating currents of adventure. Among its many gems, the collection showcases haunting reflec...

Deadly Sails - Complete Collection stands as a compelling convergence of seafaring tales masterfully crafted by a panoply of literary giants. This anthology captures the tumultuous dance of oceans and men, where adventures veer into suspenseful encounters and reflections on power, ambition, and survival surface as prominent themes. The assemblage of stories, ranging from high-seas adventure to the eerie tension of maritime lore, highlights a kaleidoscope of literary styles, combining roman...

Qui sont ces hommes et ces femmes qui ont façonné l'Histoire ? Artistes, philosophes, conquérants, écrivains…ces personnalités d'exceptions, symboles d'une épopée humaine, ont marqué de leur empreinte le monde d'aujourd'hui. En partenariat avec « L'Éléphant, la revue de culture générale ». Ces personnages hors du commun, célèbres pour leurs textes, leurs pensées, leurs œuvres ou encore leurs découvertes, vous sont présentés comme vous ne les avez jamais entendus. Le Pensophone vous emmène ...