Editorial: E-BOOKARAMA
"When the World Shook" (AKA When the World Shook - Being an Account of the Great Adventure of Bastin, Bickley and Arbuthnot) is a novel by English writer Henry Rider Haggard written in 1919. This classic tells the adventures of Bastin, Bickley, and Arbuthnot as they travel to the South Sea island of Orofenia.
A former British Army major voyages to West Africa to discover a lost city of gold in this adventure novel by the author of King Solomon’s Mines.Since a bout of blackwater fever robbed Maj. Alan Vernon of his military post, he has cast about for a new vocation. A business scheme in the Sahara seems like the perfect fit for his engineering skills, until revelations about his partners give him pause. To save his family estate, Vernon decides to undertake his African venture on his own.Years ago, Vernon’s uncle brought a small golden idol back from Western Africa. The idol itself is worth little, but its strange powers will lead Vernon on a perilous journey to a world of riches. And there he will meet a beautiful but fearsome tribal ruler who is determined to make him her next husband.Ver libro
In Second Variety, UN forces have retreated to a moon base in the aftermath of early Soviet victories in a nuclear conflict. In response, the UN forces developed special robots, called Claws, which feature spinning blades and rudimentary artificial intelligence. Six years later, the Soviet leadership asks for negotiations to end the war. A UN officer travels back to earth to discover that not only have the Claws learned to replicate themselves, they have also created a much deadlier cyborg that threatens humanity itself. The inspiration for the movie Screamers.Ver libro
The heart of John Middleton by Elizabeth Gaskell. Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell,often referred to as Mrs Gaskell, was an English novelist, biographer, and short story writer. Her novels offer a detailed portrait of the lives of many strata of Victorian society, including the very poor, and are of interest to social historians as well as lovers of literature.Ver libro
"A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court" is a satirical novel written by Mark Twain. Published in 1889, the story follows the protagonist, Hank Morgan, a 19th-century resident of Hartford, Connecticut, who is mysteriously transported back in time to King Arthur's Britain. Using his knowledge of modern technology, Morgan tries to introduce 19th-century innovations to the medieval world, leading to humorous and often absurd situations.Ver libro
A Study in Scarlet is an 1887 detective novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle. The story marks the first appearance of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, who would become the most famous detective duo in popular fiction. The book's title derives from a speech given by Holmes, a consulting detective, to his friend and chronicler Watson on the nature of his work, in which he describes the story's murder investigation as his "study in scarlet": "There's the scarlet thread of murder running through the colourless skein of life, and our duty is to unravel it, and isolate it, and expose every inch of it."Produced by Devin LawerenceEdited by Macc KayProduction executive Avalon GiulianoICON Intern Eden GiulianoMusic By AudioNautix With Their Kind Permission©2020 Eden Garret Giuliano (P) Eden Garret GiulianoGeoffrey Giuliano is the author of over thirty internationally bestselling biographies, including the London Sunday Times bestseller Blackbird: The Life and Times of Paul McCartney and Dark Horse: The Private Life of George Harrison. He can be heard on the Westwood One Radio Network and has written and produced over seven hundred original spoken-word albums and video documentaries on various aspects of popular culture. He is also a well known movie actor.Ver libro
"Emma," one of Jane Austen's most beloved novels, published in 1815, introduces readers to the spirited and well-intentioned but often misguided heroine, Emma Woodhouse. Set in the early 19th century in the fictional village of Highbury, the novel revolves around Emma's penchant for matchmaking and her journey of self-discovery. At the heart of "Emma" is the titular character's desire to arrange advantageous marriages for her friends and acquaintances. Emma's well-meant but misguided attempts at matchmaking lead to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements. Through Emma's adventures, Austen explores the complexities of human relationships, the consequences of meddling in others' lives, and the pitfalls of making snap judgments about people's characters. The novel also delves into the theme of self-awareness and personal growth. As the story progresses, Emma undergoes a transformation from a self-assured but somewhat arrogant young woman to a more humble and self-aware individual. Her journey of self-discovery serves as a central narrative arc, highlighting Austen's skill in portraying the moral and emotional development of her characters. Austen's signature wit and humor shine through in "Emma." The novel is replete with clever dialogue, satirical observations, and sharp social commentary. The characters, from the well-meaning but misguided Emma to the reserved but perceptive Mr. Knightley, come to life through Austen's masterful storytelling.Ver libro
