Verlag: Bu Classics Books
In the aftermath of war, mercenaries revolt against Carthage, led by a warrior obsessed with the holy veil and the high priestess. The narrative drips with exotic opulence, brutal violence, and the mystique of ancient rituals. A lush, historical epic where love and war collide under the gaze of foreign gods.
The Renaissance gave us a lot of things, including the earliest science fiction that relates to modern science. The book would now be called hard sci fi, as it leans heavily into the known orbital mechanics of the moon.Somnium (Latin for "The Dream") — full title: Somnium, seu opus posthumum De astronomia lunari — is a novel written in Latin in 1608 by Johannes Kepler. It was first published in 1634 by Kepler's son, Ludwig Kepler, several years after the death of his father. In the narrative, an Icelandic boy and his witch mother learn of an island named Levania (the Moon) from a daemon. Somnium presents a detailed imaginative description of how the Earth might look when viewed from the Moon, and is considered the first serious scientific treatise on lunar astronomy. Carl Sagan and Isaac Asimov have referred to it as one of the earliest works of science fiction. - From the wikiZum Buch
Jarl Dragon Heart is set to trade and raid in the seas beyond the world he knows. He has to venture, with an ever decreasing number of oathsworn warriors, to face new and terrible enemies. When he finds himself betrayed from within and pressed on all sides by enemies he has to fight not only for his own life but for those whom he loves the most. Jarl Dragon Heart becomes embroiled in the politics and plots of greater kingdoms and Empires. The Vikings fight Franks, Vikings, Saxons and the Spanish as they fight for survival.Zum Buch
A compelling, emotional wartime story, from bestseller Siobhan Daiko When Gina Bianchi returns to the beautiful Italian resort of Portofino to attend her father’s funeral, she is beset by vivid memories of World War 2, when she joined the Resistance, alongside her identical twin sister, Adele. In her childhood bedroom, Gina reads Adele’s diary, left behind during the war. As Gina learns the shocking truth about her sister, she’s compelled to face the harsh realities of her own past. A hauntingly epic read that will sweep you away to the beauty of the Italian Riviera. For readers of Rhys Bowen, Fiona Valpy, and Victoria Hislop. Praise for Siobhan Daiko: A beautiful story with a compelling historical storyline that you won’t want to put down’ Ann Bennett ’I was completely absorbed by … all the characters and intrigue’ Angela Petch '...like meeting an old, dear friend after a long absence. What a poignant, emotional, thoroughly enjoyable read this was! ... such beautiful prose and such a brilliant story that completely transported me.' Renita D'Silva ‘An exciting, impeccably-researched wartime adventure with lots of heart ... the perfect mixture of tragedy and happiness' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review A poignant and emotionally charged novel that explores the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity and I was hooked from start to finish' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review 'So much heartache but alongside this the love of the people who did so much in WWII' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘A powerful historical novel that I just could not put down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader reviewZum Buch
n this fast-paced thriller Auguste Duchene finds himself in post-war Berlin, involved in the hunt for a Nazi war criminal and relying on his wits to survive the beginnings of the Cold War. July, 1945. The war in Europe is finallyover. But Auguste Duchene, who survived occupied Paris at great personal cost,cannot escape his past. He finds himself helping the Allies to pursue a Gestapowar criminal through the ravaged and dangerous streets of Berlin. Duchene soonlearns, however, that, although one global conflict may have ended, another isbeginning, and he is in a deadly race against the Russians as they hunt thesame man. And, once again, at the heart of all he does, are his extraordinarywife Sabine and his beloved daughter Marienne. With its vivid evocation of the post-war hardship and desperation of Germany's capital, The Berlin Traitor pits a man of principle, who hates war and all it stands for, against relentless nationalism and self-interest. Tense, terrifying and compelling, full of twists and turns, this riveting page-turner is a worthy successor to The Paris Collaborator.Zum Buch
❓ Are you ready to embark on a journey through Victorian London's darkest corners? 🌟 Do you long for a tale of courage, survival, and ultimate triumph? 💔 Have you ever wondered how hope can flourish in the most desperate circumstances? If you answered YES to at least one of these questions, you MUST KEEP READING... 🌅 Journey Through the Streets of Victorian London in a Tale of Courage and Redemption In the harsh reality of 19th century London, countless children faced unimaginable hardships and cruel treatment at the hands of a society that viewed them as nothing more than burdens. Through the eyes of one remarkable boy, we witness the dark underbelly of a city where poverty and crime reign supreme, and innocence fights daily for survival. Here's What You'll Discover Inside: 🏰 Rich descriptions of Victorian London's contrasting societies 👥 Unforgettable characters that will stay with you long after the last page ⚖️ Powerful commentary on social justice and human nature 🌟 Heartwarming moments of friendship and loyalty 💪 Inspiring messages about perseverance and hope And much more...! Don't miss the chance to experience this transformative journey. Scroll up and click the BUY NOW button to step into a story that has captured hearts for generations! 📚Zum Buch
Set against the larger-than-life backdrop of the Napoleonic wars, Hardy’s only historical novel tells of the loves and sorrows of ordinary people caught in extraordinary times. When an anticipated invasion brings several regiments to her small rural community, young country maid Anne Garland is courted by three men in uniform: the loyal trumpet-major John Loveday, his sailor-brother Bob, and cowardly Festus Derriman of the yeomanry cavalry. Founded largely on testimony from elders known to Hardy in his childhood, The Trumpet-Major offers a complex weave of historical fact and fiction that explores the subversive effects of ordinary human desires on systematized versions of history.Zum Buch
