Author: Charles Wadsworth Camp
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Miller ignores the warning about visiting a haunted island and soon mysterious things begin to occur with his friends!_x000D_ Excerpt:_x000D_ "Captain's Island is not far from civilisation as one measures space. Dealing with the less tangible medium of custom, it is—or was—practically beyond perception. James Miller didn't know this. When he had thought at all of his friend Anderson's new winter home he had pictured the familiar southern resort with hotels and cottages sheltering Hammonds peerage, and a seductive bathing beach to irritate the conservative."_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_
Explorer's Guide to Wildemount (D&D Campaign Setting and Adventure Book) (Dungeons & Dragons)
Author: Dungeons & Dragons
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0786966912
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
HOW DO YOU WANT TO DO THIS? A war brews on a continent that has withstood more than its fair share of conflict. The Dwendalian Empire and the Kryn Dynasty are carving up the lands around them, and only the greatest heroes would dare stand between them. Somewhere in the far corners of this war-torn landscape are secrets that could end this conflict and usher in a new age of peace—or burn the world to a cinder. Create a band of heroes and embark on a journey across the continent of Wildemount, the setting for Campaign 2 of the hit Dungeons & Dragons series Critical Role. Within this book, you’ll find new character options, a heroic chronicle to help you craft your character’s backstory, four different starting adventures, and everything a Dungeon Master needs to breathe life into a Wildemount-based D&D campaign… · Delve through the first Dungeons & Dragons book to let players experience the game as played within the world of Critical Role, the world’s most popular livestreaming D&D show. · Uncover a trove of options usable in any D&D game, featuring subclasses, spells, magic items, monsters, and more, rooted in the adventures of Exandria—such as Vestiges of Divergence and the possibility manipulating magic of Dunamancy. · Start a Dungeons & Dragons campaign in any of Wildemount’s regions using a variety of introductory adventures, dozens of regional plot seeds, and the heroic chronicle system—a way to create character backstories rooted in Wildemount. Explore every corner of Wildemount and discover mysteries revealed for the first time by Critical Role Dungeon Master, Matthew Mercer.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0786966912
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
HOW DO YOU WANT TO DO THIS? A war brews on a continent that has withstood more than its fair share of conflict. The Dwendalian Empire and the Kryn Dynasty are carving up the lands around them, and only the greatest heroes would dare stand between them. Somewhere in the far corners of this war-torn landscape are secrets that could end this conflict and usher in a new age of peace—or burn the world to a cinder. Create a band of heroes and embark on a journey across the continent of Wildemount, the setting for Campaign 2 of the hit Dungeons & Dragons series Critical Role. Within this book, you’ll find new character options, a heroic chronicle to help you craft your character’s backstory, four different starting adventures, and everything a Dungeon Master needs to breathe life into a Wildemount-based D&D campaign… · Delve through the first Dungeons & Dragons book to let players experience the game as played within the world of Critical Role, the world’s most popular livestreaming D&D show. · Uncover a trove of options usable in any D&D game, featuring subclasses, spells, magic items, monsters, and more, rooted in the adventures of Exandria—such as Vestiges of Divergence and the possibility manipulating magic of Dunamancy. · Start a Dungeons & Dragons campaign in any of Wildemount’s regions using a variety of introductory adventures, dozens of regional plot seeds, and the heroic chronicle system—a way to create character backstories rooted in Wildemount. Explore every corner of Wildemount and discover mysteries revealed for the first time by Critical Role Dungeon Master, Matthew Mercer.
Hardy Boys 08: the Mystery of Cabin Island
Author: Franklin W. Dixon
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0448089084
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
With two mysteries to solve, Frank and Joe must climb aboard their iceboat the Sea Gull to reach Cabin Island, where a belligerent stranger orders them off. Sabotage to the boat, danger to themselves, and a ghostly prowler do not daunt the Hardy boys in their search for Johnny Jefferson and for clues to stolen antique medals. How the teenage investigators outwit a ruthless foe and succeed in solving both mysteries makes for mounting suspense in this brisk-paced adventure.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0448089084
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
With two mysteries to solve, Frank and Joe must climb aboard their iceboat the Sea Gull to reach Cabin Island, where a belligerent stranger orders them off. Sabotage to the boat, danger to themselves, and a ghostly prowler do not daunt the Hardy boys in their search for Johnny Jefferson and for clues to stolen antique medals. How the teenage investigators outwit a ruthless foe and succeed in solving both mysteries makes for mounting suspense in this brisk-paced adventure.
The Banner Boy Scouts Afloat; or, The Secret of Cedar Island
Author: George A. Warren
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
In 'The Banner Boy Scouts Afloat; or, The Secret of Cedar Island' by George A. Warren, readers are immersed in a thrilling adventure as the Banner Boy Scouts set sail on a dangerous mission to unravel the mystery of Cedar Island. The book is written in a fast-paced and engaging style, perfect for young readers interested in tales of courage and friendship. Set within the context of early 20th-century America, the novel provides a glimpse into the values and challenges of the time. Warren's vivid descriptions and lively dialogues make the story come to life, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. George A. Warren's background as a former scoutmaster adds depth and authenticity to the narrative, enhancing the reader's experience and understanding of scouting and outdoor exploration. I highly recommend 'The Banner Boy Scouts Afloat' to both young readers looking for an exciting adventure and to adults interested in the cultural and historical significance of scouting in America.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
In 'The Banner Boy Scouts Afloat; or, The Secret of Cedar Island' by George A. Warren, readers are immersed in a thrilling adventure as the Banner Boy Scouts set sail on a dangerous mission to unravel the mystery of Cedar Island. The book is written in a fast-paced and engaging style, perfect for young readers interested in tales of courage and friendship. Set within the context of early 20th-century America, the novel provides a glimpse into the values and challenges of the time. Warren's vivid descriptions and lively dialogues make the story come to life, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. George A. Warren's background as a former scoutmaster adds depth and authenticity to the narrative, enhancing the reader's experience and understanding of scouting and outdoor exploration. I highly recommend 'The Banner Boy Scouts Afloat' to both young readers looking for an exciting adventure and to adults interested in the cultural and historical significance of scouting in America.
Scenes, Incidents, and Adventures in the Pacific Ocean, Or, The Islands of the Australasian Seas During the Cruise of the Clipper Margaret Oakley Under Capt. Benjamin Morrell
Author: Thomas Jefferson Jacobs
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Indo-Pacific Region
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Indo-Pacific Region
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Dangerous Skies
Author: Suzanne Fisher Staples
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 1466813571
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
A Season of Change Along the Virginia shoreline where their families have lived for generations, Buck and Tunes Smith defy tradition. Raised together like brother and sister, they are bound by surname, but not by skin color. And just as Buck has come to rely on Tunes, Tunes has come to trust that even in a place where race can mean so much, their friendship will remain as dependable as the tides. But then the horrifying events of one spring afternoon tear them apart -- and change their world forever. Desperate to hang on to the thing that he values most, Buck struggles to uphold their friendship -- without realizing that his efforts are pushing Tunes farther and farther away. From a Newbury Honor -- winning author, this is a powerfully moving story of friendship in the face of racism, and betrayal in the name of loyalty.
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 1466813571
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
A Season of Change Along the Virginia shoreline where their families have lived for generations, Buck and Tunes Smith defy tradition. Raised together like brother and sister, they are bound by surname, but not by skin color. And just as Buck has come to rely on Tunes, Tunes has come to trust that even in a place where race can mean so much, their friendship will remain as dependable as the tides. But then the horrifying events of one spring afternoon tear them apart -- and change their world forever. Desperate to hang on to the thing that he values most, Buck struggles to uphold their friendship -- without realizing that his efforts are pushing Tunes farther and farther away. From a Newbury Honor -- winning author, this is a powerfully moving story of friendship in the face of racism, and betrayal in the name of loyalty.
The Academy
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Books
Languages : en
Pages : 672
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Books
Languages : en
Pages : 672
Book Description
The Academy and Literature
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 582
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 582
Book Description
Cyclopadia of American Literature
Author: Evert Augustus Duyckinck
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 1024
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 1024
Book Description
Mysterious Sky
Author: Philip Mantle
Publisher: Publishamerica Incorporated
ISBN: 9781424105496
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
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Publisher: Publishamerica Incorporated
ISBN: 9781424105496
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
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Jules Verne For Children: 16 Incredible Tales of Mystery, Courage & Adventure (Illustrated Edition)
Author: Jules Verne
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8027223326
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 3333
Book Description
Musaicum Books presents to you this carefully created volume of "Jules Verne For Children: 16 Incredible Tales of Mystery, Courage & Adventure (Illustrated Edition)". This ebook has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea Around the World in Eighty Days A Journey to the Center of the Earth All Around the Moon Adrift in Pacific or, Two Years' Vacation Five Weeks in a Balloon The Mysterious Island Robur the Conqueror or, The Clipper of the Clouds Master of the World Hector Servadac or, Off on a Comet Dick Sand, A Captain at Fifteen Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon The Adventures of Captain Hatteras The Purchase of the North Pole or, Topsy Turvy In Search of the Castaways or, The Children of Captain Grant The Castle of the Carpathians Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who pioneered the genre of science fiction. A true visionary with an extraordinary talent for writing adventure stories, his writings incorporated the latest scientific knowledge of his day and envisioned technological developments that were years ahead of their time. Verne wrote about undersea, air, and space travel long before any navigable or practical craft were invented. Verne wrote over 50 novels and numerous short stories. Some of his most successful novels appeared as a series collectively known as Extraordinary Voyages.
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8027223326
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 3333
Book Description
Musaicum Books presents to you this carefully created volume of "Jules Verne For Children: 16 Incredible Tales of Mystery, Courage & Adventure (Illustrated Edition)". This ebook has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea Around the World in Eighty Days A Journey to the Center of the Earth All Around the Moon Adrift in Pacific or, Two Years' Vacation Five Weeks in a Balloon The Mysterious Island Robur the Conqueror or, The Clipper of the Clouds Master of the World Hector Servadac or, Off on a Comet Dick Sand, A Captain at Fifteen Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon The Adventures of Captain Hatteras The Purchase of the North Pole or, Topsy Turvy In Search of the Castaways or, The Children of Captain Grant The Castle of the Carpathians Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who pioneered the genre of science fiction. A true visionary with an extraordinary talent for writing adventure stories, his writings incorporated the latest scientific knowledge of his day and envisioned technological developments that were years ahead of their time. Verne wrote about undersea, air, and space travel long before any navigable or practical craft were invented. Verne wrote over 50 novels and numerous short stories. Some of his most successful novels appeared as a series collectively known as Extraordinary Voyages.