A Short Story of Post Apocalyptic EarthHundreds of years in the future. The Earth has been ravaged by global warming and nuclear disasters and only a few hundred thousand humans remain, sheltered in domed cities. They are protected from the toxic badlands for now. But they're living on borrowed time - and they know it. The electro-magnetic domes protecting the few remaining cities are under strain, and if they go everyone will die a horrifying death from radiation p...

A Tale Of ApocalypseSix would be survivalists are dumped on a deserted tropical island with nothing but their wits to survive on. But when one of them gets sick, and needs airlifting out they find something is badly wrong on the mainland. A mystery infection is spreading fast. They can't raise anyone on the radio. All they can get is a scary BBC World Service broadcast telling everyone to stay at home.After a failed attempt to escape the island, a fishing boat turns up, with ...

In "Chardin," Paul G. Konody delivers a meticulous examination of the celebrated eighteenth-century French painter Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin. The work is presented in a rich, descriptive literary style that marries art critique with visual analysis, effectively drawing the reader into the serene world of Chardin's still lifes and domestic scenes. Set against the backdrop of the Enlightenment, Konody articulates how Chardin's deft manipulation of light and color serves not only to depict...

A Tale of The Apocalypse in 3 Parts5 very different people are on a survival course on an uninhabited island near Bali. It starts when Jane gets sick and need evacuation. But some thing is very wrong on the mainland. They don't know the meltdown is coming.

In "St. Paul and Protestantism, with an Essay on Puritanism and the Church of England," Matthew Arnold offers a profound examination of the interplay between religious thought and societal values during the 19th century. Through a critical lens, Arnold explores the theological implications of St. Paul's teachings, contrasting them with the tenets of Protestantism and Puritanism. His literary style is marked by eloquent prose and incisive analysis, expertly navigating complex theological co...

Our 84th issue features original mysteries from Bev Vincent and Stacy Woodson, plus a Bryce Walton Hollywood crime story and a Frank Kane mystery novel (featuring detective Johnny Liddell). And, of course, a solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles.On the science fiction side, we have an anti-war story from Richard Wilson, a UFO story from Paul Torak, a rather silly science fiction/detective story from Noel Loomis, and a time-travel tale from Lester del Rey. Plus a *pre-*Golden A...

a short story of post apolcalyptic earthhundreds of years in the future and the earth has been ravaged by global warming and nuclear disasters. people live sheltered in domed cities. but they're living on borrowed time - and they know it. ybrit holsen is a new recruit to the elite warrior caste -genetically engineered to survive. When disaster strikes can she save humanity?

In "Filippo Lippi," Paul G. Konody provides an insightful examination of the life and artistry of the Renaissance painter, known for his captivating use of color and innovative approaches to composition. Konody's literary style blends biographical narrative with art historical analysis, creating a vivid tapestry that situates Lippi within the rich cultural milieu of Florence during the 15th century. The book meticulously explores key works of Lippi, articulating how they reflect not only h...

Twenty-Two Classic Science Fiction Adventures from the Golden Age of ImaginationStep back into the remarkable world of 1950s science fiction with a collection packed with suspense, wonder, danger, and unforgettable ideas. 1950s Science Fiction 14 brings together twenty-two classic short stories from some of the most celebrated authors of the era, transporting you to distant planets, crowded colonies, mysterious alien worlds, and futures shaped by technolog...

Prepare for a remarkable journey into the boundless imagination of classic science fiction with Vintage Sci-Fi 27, a collection of 22 unforgettable stories from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. These tales transport you to distant planets, strange civilizations, mysterious technologies, and futures filled with wonder, danger, and surprise.Explore alien landscapes in Pink Grass Planet, Snowstorm on Mars, and The Moon Devils...

This comprehensive field guide provides color photographs, descriptions, and eight identification keys (including egg and larval stages) that allow both the layperson and the professional to identify Montana's frogs, toads, salamanders, turtles, lizards, and snakes. You'll find out where and when to look for these often reclusive critters; what their calls sound like; which ones really mean it when they bite; how each species hunts, breeds, eludes predators, and overwinters; when they shou...

The fourth issue of Black Cat Weekly presents more tales of the mysterious and fantastic—4 mystery shorts, a mystery novel, 2 science fiction stories, a fantasy story, plus a science fiction novel.Here are:THE HAMMERING MAN by Edwin Balmer and William MacHargFLOORED, by Hal CharlesTWILIGHT LADIES, by Meg OppermanWEST OF QUARANTINE, by Todhunter BallardTHE BROTHERS OF THE LEFT HAND PATH, by Frank Lovell NelsonTHE HERPLE IS A HAPPY ...