Editora: Brenda Nevarez
Can cross casually, carry the infinite crossing system; Congratulations to the host for having completed his mission in this world, Please select the next crossing point. "Said a cute girl's voice.
Cross the threshold into a world where shadow dances with light and forgotten powers awaken once more. In this grand tale of fate and fire, myths breathe, empires crumble, and destiny burns bright against the void. Surrender to an odyssey of magic, sacrifice, and revelation—where the line between salvation and ruin is written among the stars.Ver livro
The Unknown Masterpiece by Honoré de Balzac is a profound and visionary novella that explores the consuming nature of artistic genius and the perilous pursuit of perfection. First published in 1831 and later incorporated into La Comédie Humaine, this remarkable work has fascinated readers, writers, and artists for generations with its penetrating insight into creativity, obsession, and the fragile boundary between brilliance and madness. Set in 17th-century Paris, the story revolves around three painters whose lives intersect in a tense and revealing encounter. The young and ambitious Nicolas Poussin seeks recognition and guidance in the competitive world of art. He is introduced to the renowned yet enigmatic master Frenhofer, a reclusive genius who has spent years working in secret on what he believes will be the ultimate painting—a flawless representation of life itself. Frenhofer speaks passionately about capturing not merely the outward appearance of his subject, but the very essence of reality. For him, true art transcends imitation; it must embody breath, spirit, and movement. Yet as he tirelessly refines his canvas, layering detail upon detail, his masterpiece remains unseen by the world. When at last the hidden work is revealed, the outcome is both shocking and tragic. What Frenhofer perceives as perfection appears to others as incomprehensible chaos. The contrast between the artist's vision and external judgment exposes the isolation that often accompanies creative ambition. Balzac raises haunting questions: Is genius always understood? Can the pursuit of absolute perfection destroy the very beauty it seeks to create? Through concise yet richly philosophical prose, Balzac examines the psychology of creation. He portrays the artist as both visionary and vulnerable, driven by an internal standard that may be unreachable. The novella also explores themes of rivalry, mentorship, and the tension between innovation and tradition in the artistic world. The Unknown Masterpiece has resonated far beyond its era, influencing modernist and avant-garde thinkers who recognized in Frenhofer's struggle a reflection of their own artistic dilemmas. The story anticipates debates about abstraction, realism, and the limits of representation, making it strikingly ahead of its time. Intense, reflective, and intellectually compelling, The Unknown Masterpiece stands as one of Balzac's most enduring explorations of the creative spirit. It is a timeless meditation on art, ambition, and the price of striving for the unattainable—a haunting reminder that genius, in its highest form, can be both sublime and solitary.Ver livro
This recording has been digitally produced by DeepZen Limited, using a synthesized version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. DeepZen uses Emotive Speech Technology to create digital narrations that offer a similar listening experience to human narration. Follow the adventures of a small group of dedicated people attempting to rid Earth of evil entities who have been controlling the lives of humans for Millennia. They travel to ancient sites from England to France, Switzerland, Egypt, Jordan and Israel to Bolivia, Peru, Mexico, USA, Bali, Vietnam, China and Australia and infuse these ancient vortex points at the crossing of Earth's Ley Lines with unconditional love. They gain new abilities like flight and telepathy and receive help from an unsuspected source when one of their missions goes awry and they caught by malevolent forces with no way out. They explore an advanced society on another planet with just and peaceful social and economic systems and bring back this knowledge to Earth. Finally they must find a way to overcome an invasion force threatening not only Earth but their new found exo-planetary friends leading humanity and Earth to ascend into 5th dimensional frequency. The story is based on facts, embellished with science fiction, adventure and romance.Ver livro
Isabelle’s father is missing, and the only person who could help her is asking a steep price. Gustave offers help on the condition that she marry him, yet Isabelle has witnessed his true character and would never agree to such a proposal. By sheer luck, Isabelle comes across a clue that points to Chambord, where travelers have mysteriously disappeared without a trace. Isabelle believes her father might have gone there, but with her rejected suitor relentlessly pursuing her, and refusing to take no for an answer, can she make it to Chambord in time and locate her father? In addition to Gustave, Isabelle faces another obstacle: Rumors of a shadow haunting the forest of the mysterious village. With the presence of this shadowy figure and the unexplained disappearances, was Isabelle in danger of becoming another victim? Don't miss this enchanting Beauty and the Beast retelling.Ver livro
In a future where technology blurs the lines of reality, two women, Dinesa and Yoshiko, navigate their desires and ambitions. Dinesa, in technologically advanced Cambridge, starts a fertility cult, while Yoshiko seeks freedom in a remote North Sea colony. Their paths intertwine through telepathic communication and shared desires, as they both strive to reshape their worlds. Meanwhile, Richard, Dinesa's partner, makes a groundbreaking discovery with potentially catastrophic consequences. Review for the series: I think I've found my new favourite sci-fi series. With nods to Brave New World and echoes of 1984, this book brings a modern perspective to the classics. The characters are intriguing; the world is familiar yet foreign; and the story is captivating. I can't believe it ended where it did - I kept trying to find more pages just in case! This definitely makes my top ten of 2024, and I am so excited to read more.Ver livro
A light-hearted account of a successful middle aged widower who chances to visit the small town in which he grew up to renew old acquaintances and perhaps reflect on his successes since his departure.This visit, however, becomes far more to him than he would have imagined, as he finds that one of his dearest childhood girlfriends had died not long after his departure, and the widower envisions a relationship with none other than her daughter, who he senses to be her mother incarnate. (Summary by Roger Melin)Ver livro
