Author: Hermann Löns
Publisher: Westholme Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"The Thirty Years War, fought between 1618 and 1648, was a ruthless struggle for political and religious control of central Europe. Engulfing most of present-day Germany, the war claimed at least ten million lives. The lengthy conflict was particularly hard on the general population, as thousands of undisciplined mercenaries serving Sweden, Spain, France, the Netherlands, and various German principalities, robbed, murdered, and pillaged communities; disease spread out of control and starvation became commonplace. In The Warwolf, Hermann Lons' acclaimed historical novel, the tragedy and horrors of war in general, and these times in particular are revealed. The Warwolf, based on the author's careful research, traces the life of Harm Wulf, a land-owning peasant farmer of the northern German heath who realizes after witnessing the murder of neighbors and family at the hands of marauding troops that he has a choice between compromising his morals or succumbing to inevitable torture and death. Despite his desire for peace, Wulf decides to band with his fellow farmers and live like "wolves," fiercely protecting their isolated communities from all intruders. Lons' brilliant portrayal of the two sides of any person who has faced a moral crisis--in Harm Wulf's case, whether to kill or be killed--continues to resonate. Originally published in 1910 and still in print in Germany, The Warwolf is now available for the first time in modern English."--Publisher's website.
The Warwolf
Author: Hermann Löns
Publisher: Westholme Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"The Thirty Years War, fought between 1618 and 1648, was a ruthless struggle for political and religious control of central Europe. Engulfing most of present-day Germany, the war claimed at least ten million lives. The lengthy conflict was particularly hard on the general population, as thousands of undisciplined mercenaries serving Sweden, Spain, France, the Netherlands, and various German principalities, robbed, murdered, and pillaged communities; disease spread out of control and starvation became commonplace. In The Warwolf, Hermann Lons' acclaimed historical novel, the tragedy and horrors of war in general, and these times in particular are revealed. The Warwolf, based on the author's careful research, traces the life of Harm Wulf, a land-owning peasant farmer of the northern German heath who realizes after witnessing the murder of neighbors and family at the hands of marauding troops that he has a choice between compromising his morals or succumbing to inevitable torture and death. Despite his desire for peace, Wulf decides to band with his fellow farmers and live like "wolves," fiercely protecting their isolated communities from all intruders. Lons' brilliant portrayal of the two sides of any person who has faced a moral crisis--in Harm Wulf's case, whether to kill or be killed--continues to resonate. Originally published in 1910 and still in print in Germany, The Warwolf is now available for the first time in modern English."--Publisher's website.
Publisher: Westholme Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"The Thirty Years War, fought between 1618 and 1648, was a ruthless struggle for political and religious control of central Europe. Engulfing most of present-day Germany, the war claimed at least ten million lives. The lengthy conflict was particularly hard on the general population, as thousands of undisciplined mercenaries serving Sweden, Spain, France, the Netherlands, and various German principalities, robbed, murdered, and pillaged communities; disease spread out of control and starvation became commonplace. In The Warwolf, Hermann Lons' acclaimed historical novel, the tragedy and horrors of war in general, and these times in particular are revealed. The Warwolf, based on the author's careful research, traces the life of Harm Wulf, a land-owning peasant farmer of the northern German heath who realizes after witnessing the murder of neighbors and family at the hands of marauding troops that he has a choice between compromising his morals or succumbing to inevitable torture and death. Despite his desire for peace, Wulf decides to band with his fellow farmers and live like "wolves," fiercely protecting their isolated communities from all intruders. Lons' brilliant portrayal of the two sides of any person who has faced a moral crisis--in Harm Wulf's case, whether to kill or be killed--continues to resonate. Originally published in 1910 and still in print in Germany, The Warwolf is now available for the first time in modern English."--Publisher's website.
BattleTech: Redemption Rites
Author: Jason Schmetzer
Publisher: Catalyst Game Labs
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 552
Book Description
OUT FOR BLOOD… Wolf's Dragoons, the most storied and elite mercenary unit in the Inner Sphere, has been utterly shattered for the first time in its centuries-long history. In 3151, most of the Dragoons listened to Marotta Kerensky and followed Alaric Ward to Terra. There, they helped him destroy the Republic of the Sphere and establish the ilClan. Four out of five Dragoons died in the fighting. The survivors were injured, shell-shocked, and finally, gravely insulted by Alaric Ward’s token payment of thirty pieces of silver. In one brutal gesture, the ilKhan did what no other enemy had ever done: He broke Wolf’s Dragoons. The decimated survivors limped off Terra to rendezvous with their remnants that had stayed behind. Colonel Henry “Hack” Kincaid, senior striker officer, is waiting when the Dragoons convoy appears, full of wrecked machines, but depleted of personnel. Kincaid is a man of reputation in the Dragoons. His word carries weight. And he hasn’t been tarnished by Terra. Three regiments and one of his irreplaceable striker battalions have all been ground to dust. All that is left now is duty. And vengeance…
Publisher: Catalyst Game Labs
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 552
Book Description
OUT FOR BLOOD… Wolf's Dragoons, the most storied and elite mercenary unit in the Inner Sphere, has been utterly shattered for the first time in its centuries-long history. In 3151, most of the Dragoons listened to Marotta Kerensky and followed Alaric Ward to Terra. There, they helped him destroy the Republic of the Sphere and establish the ilClan. Four out of five Dragoons died in the fighting. The survivors were injured, shell-shocked, and finally, gravely insulted by Alaric Ward’s token payment of thirty pieces of silver. In one brutal gesture, the ilKhan did what no other enemy had ever done: He broke Wolf’s Dragoons. The decimated survivors limped off Terra to rendezvous with their remnants that had stayed behind. Colonel Henry “Hack” Kincaid, senior striker officer, is waiting when the Dragoons convoy appears, full of wrecked machines, but depleted of personnel. Kincaid is a man of reputation in the Dragoons. His word carries weight. And he hasn’t been tarnished by Terra. Three regiments and one of his irreplaceable striker battalions have all been ground to dust. All that is left now is duty. And vengeance…
Guardians Of The Galaxy
Author: John Byrne
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302496956
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
CollectsÿSensational She-Hulk (1989) #44-46; Thanos (2003) #7-12; Marvel Monsters: Monsters on the Prowl; Nick Fury's Howling Commandos #1-6, 1 Director's Cut. In the wake of the two Annihilation events, Star-Lord recruited Rocket and Groot to Guard the Galaxy - but what were the three unlikely heroes doing in the years before they came together? Find out in this catch-up on their pre-Annihilation adventures! When She-Hulk is caught in a cosmic caper, she fi nds Rocket Raccoon - transformed into a stone statue! What happened, and can Shulkie find a way to de-petrify him? Meanwhile, an imprisoned Peter Quill joins Adam Warlock, Pip the Troll and Gladiator as uneasy allies of...a redemption-seeking Thanos!
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302496956
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
CollectsÿSensational She-Hulk (1989) #44-46; Thanos (2003) #7-12; Marvel Monsters: Monsters on the Prowl; Nick Fury's Howling Commandos #1-6, 1 Director's Cut. In the wake of the two Annihilation events, Star-Lord recruited Rocket and Groot to Guard the Galaxy - but what were the three unlikely heroes doing in the years before they came together? Find out in this catch-up on their pre-Annihilation adventures! When She-Hulk is caught in a cosmic caper, she fi nds Rocket Raccoon - transformed into a stone statue! What happened, and can Shulkie find a way to de-petrify him? Meanwhile, an imprisoned Peter Quill joins Adam Warlock, Pip the Troll and Gladiator as uneasy allies of...a redemption-seeking Thanos!
The Antiquities of England and Wales
Author: Francis Grose
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : England
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : England
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
Lords of the Fallen (2023) - Strategy Guide
Author: GamerGuides.com
Publisher: Gamer Guides
ISBN: 163041638X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
After an age of the cruelest tyranny, the demon God, Adyr, was finally defeated. But Gods… do not fall forever. Now, eons later, Adyr’s resurrection draws nigh. As one of the fabled Dark Crusaders, journey through both the realms of the living and the dead in this expansive RPG experience. The guide for Lords of the Fallen features everything you need to know as you traverse the Umbral realm, including a full story progression route, coverage of all NPC Quests, and the strongest weapons! - A detailed progression route - Breakdown of every Class and Ending - Deep dive into all gameplay mechanics - The location of every upgrade - Where to find every magic spell - A Trophy and Achievements Guide
Publisher: Gamer Guides
ISBN: 163041638X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
After an age of the cruelest tyranny, the demon God, Adyr, was finally defeated. But Gods… do not fall forever. Now, eons later, Adyr’s resurrection draws nigh. As one of the fabled Dark Crusaders, journey through both the realms of the living and the dead in this expansive RPG experience. The guide for Lords of the Fallen features everything you need to know as you traverse the Umbral realm, including a full story progression route, coverage of all NPC Quests, and the strongest weapons! - A detailed progression route - Breakdown of every Class and Ending - Deep dive into all gameplay mechanics - The location of every upgrade - Where to find every magic spell - A Trophy and Achievements Guide
School Journal
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Readers
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Readers
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
Writing With Skill, Level 2: Instructor Text (The Complete Writer)
Author: Susan Wise Bauer
Publisher: Peace Hill Press
ISBN: 194296823X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 700
Book Description
Time-tested classical techniques--the imitation and analysis of great writers--combined with original composition exercises in history, science, biography, and literature. The Student Workbook encourages independent composition, while the Instructor Text contains easy-to-use supporting information for the teacher, rubrics for grading, sample compositions, and dialogue to use while teaching. Together, the Student Workbook and Instructor Text provide a full year of middle-grade writing instruction, preparing students to enter high-level rhetoric. Reviews Level One skills in narration, biographical sketches, descriptions, and sequences Teaches new skills in writing comparisons, drawing contrasts, and tracing cause and effect Improves sentence style through prose exercises drawn from Erasmus, Aristotle, and other classical rhetoricians Covers three-level outlining, composition planning and structure Guides the student through critical essay writing in both fiction and poetry Provides practice in research and documentation skills
Publisher: Peace Hill Press
ISBN: 194296823X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 700
Book Description
Time-tested classical techniques--the imitation and analysis of great writers--combined with original composition exercises in history, science, biography, and literature. The Student Workbook encourages independent composition, while the Instructor Text contains easy-to-use supporting information for the teacher, rubrics for grading, sample compositions, and dialogue to use while teaching. Together, the Student Workbook and Instructor Text provide a full year of middle-grade writing instruction, preparing students to enter high-level rhetoric. Reviews Level One skills in narration, biographical sketches, descriptions, and sequences Teaches new skills in writing comparisons, drawing contrasts, and tracing cause and effect Improves sentence style through prose exercises drawn from Erasmus, Aristotle, and other classical rhetoricians Covers three-level outlining, composition planning and structure Guides the student through critical essay writing in both fiction and poetry Provides practice in research and documentation skills
Deathlok
Author: Various
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302478559
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 414
Book Description
Collects Deathlok (1991) #1-15, Annual #1.
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302478559
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 414
Book Description
Collects Deathlok (1991) #1-15, Annual #1.
Snap: A legend of the Lone Mountain
Author: Clive Phillipps-Wolley
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
"Snap: A legend of the Lone Mountain" by Clive Phillipps-Wolley. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
"Snap: A legend of the Lone Mountain" by Clive Phillipps-Wolley. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
The Science of Spin
Author: Roland Ennos
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1982196556
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
What exactly made the earth round? How do boomerangs turn around mid-air? And why do cats always land on their feet? “A basic scientific concept receives long overdue attention” (Kirkus Reviews) in this “fascinating” (Wall Street Journal) new book from the masterful author of The Age of Wood. From the solar system to spinning tops, hurricanes to hula hoops, power plants to pendulums, one mysterious force shapes almost every aspect of our lives: spin. Despite its ubiquity, rotational force continues to baffle and surprise, and few people realize how it makes our planet habitable or how it has been tamed by engineers to make our lives more comfortable. Charting the development of engineering and technology from the earliest prehistoric drills to the gas turbine, critically acclaimed author and scientist Roland Ennos presents a riveting account of human ingenuity and the seemingly infinite ways spin affects our daily lives. He also shows how this new approach not only helps us better understand the world but also ourselves. After all, even our own bodies are complex systems of rotating joints and levers. Artfully moving between astrophysics and anthropology, The Science of Spin shows how, whether natural or engineered, spin is really what makes the world go round.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1982196556
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
What exactly made the earth round? How do boomerangs turn around mid-air? And why do cats always land on their feet? “A basic scientific concept receives long overdue attention” (Kirkus Reviews) in this “fascinating” (Wall Street Journal) new book from the masterful author of The Age of Wood. From the solar system to spinning tops, hurricanes to hula hoops, power plants to pendulums, one mysterious force shapes almost every aspect of our lives: spin. Despite its ubiquity, rotational force continues to baffle and surprise, and few people realize how it makes our planet habitable or how it has been tamed by engineers to make our lives more comfortable. Charting the development of engineering and technology from the earliest prehistoric drills to the gas turbine, critically acclaimed author and scientist Roland Ennos presents a riveting account of human ingenuity and the seemingly infinite ways spin affects our daily lives. He also shows how this new approach not only helps us better understand the world but also ourselves. After all, even our own bodies are complex systems of rotating joints and levers. Artfully moving between astrophysics and anthropology, The Science of Spin shows how, whether natural or engineered, spin is really what makes the world go round.