This book covers whole Europe within its geographical limits, providing not only an overview about biogeography and recent taxonomic status of Charophyte species but also in-depth information about recent knowledge about ecology, ontogenesis, morphology, palaeontology and systematics of this group of algae. This is the first comprehensive treatment of European Charophytes. In addition, the reader for the first time is provided by definitions of terms applied to Charophytes, sorting out sev...

Over the past decade, the EU and China have expanded their relations beyond a focus on economic and trade issues to the sphere of security. Taking a broad definition of security, a multidisciplinary approach, and a comparative perspective (including scholars from both Europe and China), this book provides an in-depth analysis of the extent to which the EU and China not only express similar threat concerns, or make declarations about joint responses, but also adopt concrete measures in the ...

This wide-ranging book analyses EU-Asia security relations in a systematic, substantive and comparative manner. The contributions assess similarities and differences between the EU and its Asian partners with respect to levels of threat perception, policy response and security cooperation in the context of historical, institutional and external factors – such as the influence of the United States. The book presents original empirical research organised in four parts: a number of contributi...

This accessible text offers a comprehensive analysis of the European Union (EU)-China relationship, as one of the most important in global politics today. Both are major players on the world stage, accounting for 30% of trade and nearly a quarter of the world's population. This text shows how, despite many differences in political systems and values, China and the EU have developed such a close, regular set of interactions at multiple levels: from political-strategic, to economic, and indi...

Here for your reading delectation, are 25 outre tales of crime. Since history has proven that there is nothing unusual or unexpected about the human (or inhuman) drive to break the law, it should come as no surprise that the weird, the strange, the supernatural, and the just plain odd often, in fictional form, manifest themselves allayed to the criminal element. Included are:INTRODUCTION, by Shawn GarrettTHE WINDOW OF HORRORS, by H.L. MenckenTHE FOOTSTEPS ON THE STAIR...

When you think of the pulp magazines that flourished in the first half of the 20th century, it’s hard not to think of adventure—the term “pulp fiction” these days has come to mean slam-bang action. That’s what this volume of our MEGAPACK® is here to celebrate: great adventure stories.Included are:HE SWALLOWS GOLD, by H. Bedford-JonesPLANE JANE by Frederick C. DavisARCTIC ANGELS, by A. DeHerries SmithTHE TAKING OF CLOUDY McGEE, by W.C. TuttleESPEC...

Cyril M. Kornbluth (1923–1958) was an American science fiction author and a notable member of the Futurians. He wrote prolifically during his short lifetime, and produced a remarkable body of work. This volume is the largest ebook collection of his work ever assembled. It includes:TIME BUMTAKEOFFTHE SYNDICTHE ALTAR AT MIDNIGHTCRISIS!THE GOLDEN ROADKAZAM COLLECTSTHE LUCKIEST MAN IN DENVMAKE MINE MARSTHE MARCHING MORONS

The Suspense Novel MEGAPACK® is the first in what we hope will become a long-running series collecting (obviously enough) novels of suspense. To kick things off, we have selected 4 terrific books we hope you will find interesting and entertaining:CAN A MERMAID KILL? by Thomas B. Dewey — An exciting new novel of suspense by the master of murder-mystery!KILL JOY, by Elisabeth Sanxay Holding — "Another beautiful study in the subtle an...

Poul Anderson (1926–2001) was a giant in the world of science fiction and fantasy. Known for his rich storytelling and well-researched plots, Anderson left a significant mark on the genre. Throughout his career, Anderson wrote many acclaimed books and short stories. Some of his most famous works include the “Polesotechnic League” and “Terran Empire” series, which explore the far reaches of space and the complex interplay of cultures and politics. His novel Tau Zero is often hailed...

Collected here are 20 tales of darkest crime and criminals, by some of the foremost mystery writers of the pulp era. Included are:THE ART OF MURDER, by Norman A. DanielsSEX MURDER IN CAMERON, by Michael FessierHOT-MOTOR HOMICIDE, by Norman Ober“GIVE ME A BREAK,” by Norman StruberEAR-WITNESS, by Maurice BeamTHE GENTLEST OF THE BROTHERS, by David AlexanderAUTHOR’S ADVENTURE, by Upton SinclairONE WAY BRIDGE, by Phil HinerONE DRIN...

The Cutthroats and Criminals MEGAPACK® contains 20 great stories by modern and classic authors. Included are:CRIMINAL TYPES, by Vincent McConnorREDHEADS DIE QUICKLY, by Gil BrewerTHE SARDONIC STAR OF TOM DOODY, by Dashiell HammettA HEARING AID FOR CARMODY, by Stephen WasylykA PADLOCK FOR CHARLIE DRAPER, by James HoldingA TRULY HONEST MAN, by Talmage PowellMURDER OF A MOUSE, by Fletcher FloraSUPPLY AND DEMAND, by James Michael Ullman

This volume in the Golden Age of Science Fiction series focuses on another author from the 1940s and 1950s: Charles A. Stearns. He published just over three dozen stories, of which 25 were science fiction that appeared in some of the top magazines of the day. Included in this volume are:THE BELLY OF GOR JEETLB-12’s MOON GLOWCOLOR BLINDTHE PLUTO LAMPTHE GRAVE OF SOLON REGHTHE SCAMPERERSTHE MAROONERPASTORAL AFFAIRIf you enjoy t...