Author: Diane Duane
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
ISBN: 1101189096
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 347
Book Description
Created by Dev Logan, Omnitopia is the most popular and successful massive multiplayer online game ever. But now as Dev is about to roll out a major new expansion to Omnitopia, there are people preparing to play a different game-one that is meant to strike at the heart of Omnitopia and bring the entire system crashing down.
Omnitopia Dawn
Author: Diane Duane
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
ISBN: 1101189096
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 347
Book Description
Created by Dev Logan, Omnitopia is the most popular and successful massive multiplayer online game ever. But now as Dev is about to roll out a major new expansion to Omnitopia, there are people preparing to play a different game-one that is meant to strike at the heart of Omnitopia and bring the entire system crashing down.
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
ISBN: 1101189096
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 347
Book Description
Created by Dev Logan, Omnitopia is the most popular and successful massive multiplayer online game ever. But now as Dev is about to roll out a major new expansion to Omnitopia, there are people preparing to play a different game-one that is meant to strike at the heart of Omnitopia and bring the entire system crashing down.
Media Ecologies of Literature
Author: Susanne Bayerlipp
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1501383884
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
This book explores the media ecologies of literature – the ways in which a literary text is interwoven in its material, technical, performative, praxeological, affective, and discursive network and which determine how it is experienced and interpreted. Through novel approaches to the complex, contingent and interdependent environments of literature, this volume demonstrates how questions about the mediality of literature – particularly in the wake of digitization – shed a new light on our understanding of textuality, reading, platforms and reception processes. By drawing on recent developments in advanced media theory, Media Ecologies of Literature emphasizes the productivity of innovative re-conceptualizations of literature as a medium in its own right. In an intentionally wide historical scope, the essays engage with literary texts from the Romantic to the contemporary period, from Charlotte Smith and Oscar Wilde to A. L. Kennedy and Mark Z. Danielewski, from the traditionally printed novel to audiobooks and reading apps.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1501383884
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
This book explores the media ecologies of literature – the ways in which a literary text is interwoven in its material, technical, performative, praxeological, affective, and discursive network and which determine how it is experienced and interpreted. Through novel approaches to the complex, contingent and interdependent environments of literature, this volume demonstrates how questions about the mediality of literature – particularly in the wake of digitization – shed a new light on our understanding of textuality, reading, platforms and reception processes. By drawing on recent developments in advanced media theory, Media Ecologies of Literature emphasizes the productivity of innovative re-conceptualizations of literature as a medium in its own right. In an intentionally wide historical scope, the essays engage with literary texts from the Romantic to the contemporary period, from Charlotte Smith and Oscar Wilde to A. L. Kennedy and Mark Z. Danielewski, from the traditionally printed novel to audiobooks and reading apps.
A Pocket Style Manual
Author: Diana Hacker
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
ISBN: 1457663120
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Your students need clear, complete answers to their questions about research, writing, and grammarand they often need them at a moments notice. As their teacher, you are their greatest resource, but you cant be available 24/7. For help with work in class and at home and especially for questions at odd hours, students can turn to A Pocket Style Manual. The thoughtfully revised seventh edition makes it even easier for students to effectively and independently address their writing and research challenges. With 325 documentation models in four styles and coverage of drafting thesis statements, writing correctly and effectively, finding and evaluating sources, and writing research papers, A Pocket Style Manual supports writers across the disciplines.
Publisher: Macmillan Higher Education
ISBN: 1457663120
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Your students need clear, complete answers to their questions about research, writing, and grammarand they often need them at a moments notice. As their teacher, you are their greatest resource, but you cant be available 24/7. For help with work in class and at home and especially for questions at odd hours, students can turn to A Pocket Style Manual. The thoughtfully revised seventh edition makes it even easier for students to effectively and independently address their writing and research challenges. With 325 documentation models in four styles and coverage of drafting thesis statements, writing correctly and effectively, finding and evaluating sources, and writing research papers, A Pocket Style Manual supports writers across the disciplines.
City Ubiquitous
Author: Andrew F. Wood
Publisher: Hampton Press (NJ)
ISBN: 9781572738843
Category : Consumption (Economics)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book explores an emerging mode of urban life - a continuum of places, technologies and performances that meld disparate enclaves into a seemingly coherent whole. The author examines the growth of this phenomenon by looking at its origins in Parisian arcades and world's fairs to its manifestations in airports and shopping malls.
Publisher: Hampton Press (NJ)
ISBN: 9781572738843
Category : Consumption (Economics)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book explores an emerging mode of urban life - a continuum of places, technologies and performances that meld disparate enclaves into a seemingly coherent whole. The author examines the growth of this phenomenon by looking at its origins in Parisian arcades and world's fairs to its manifestations in airports and shopping malls.
The Book of Night with Moon
Author: Diane Duane
Publisher: Aspect
ISBN: 0759521697
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 530
Book Description
Rhiow seems a perfectly ordinary New York City cat. Or so her humans think--but she is much more than she appears. With her partners Saash and Urruah, she collaborates with human wizards, protecting the earth from dark forces and helping to maintain the network of magical gateways between different realities.
Publisher: Aspect
ISBN: 0759521697
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 530
Book Description
Rhiow seems a perfectly ordinary New York City cat. Or so her humans think--but she is much more than she appears. With her partners Saash and Urruah, she collaborates with human wizards, protecting the earth from dark forces and helping to maintain the network of magical gateways between different realities.
Abhik Elroy & the obscure cosmos
Author: Mihir Mishra
Publisher: Mihir Mishra
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 253
Book Description
A story about which you must have never heard or read before. Abhik Roy is a boy who left his world and set out on an unknown journey, but neither knew his path nor his destination. He was living a secluded and happy life with his father Advik, and mother Radhika but suddenly on his 15th birthday, he was taken on a journey. A tale about which you must have never heard or read before. In this tale, there is sorcery and sorcerer, war and warrior, conspiracy and conspirator, ruler and empires, gentlemen and nightmare. This book is a fusion of many great ideas about the glorious past of kings, kingdoms, war, and warriors- about the brilliant future of science and technology at its peak- about the mysterious creatures and elements of the universe. This novel series is more than any ordinary tale.
Publisher: Mihir Mishra
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 253
Book Description
A story about which you must have never heard or read before. Abhik Roy is a boy who left his world and set out on an unknown journey, but neither knew his path nor his destination. He was living a secluded and happy life with his father Advik, and mother Radhika but suddenly on his 15th birthday, he was taken on a journey. A tale about which you must have never heard or read before. In this tale, there is sorcery and sorcerer, war and warrior, conspiracy and conspirator, ruler and empires, gentlemen and nightmare. This book is a fusion of many great ideas about the glorious past of kings, kingdoms, war, and warriors- about the brilliant future of science and technology at its peak- about the mysterious creatures and elements of the universe. This novel series is more than any ordinary tale.
A Wind from the South
Author: Diane Duane
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781540847836
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
A goddess in the making... or a demon reborn? In the remote mountain village where she was born, Mariarta dil Alicg lives the untroubled life of a peasant girl...until, soon after a mysterious stranger's arrival, she starts to hear voices in the wind. The voices whisper strange secrets in Mariarta's ears -- promising her the power to command the stormwind, hinting at an unknown, magical heritage, and prophesying a fate marvelous past all Mariarta's imaginings. Then a curse falls on Mariarta's village, shattering the lives of her family and friends. Mariarta must journey across the mountain realm of Raetia in search of a way to break the curse -- while also hunting for the truth about the beautiful and terrible being who she discovers is trying to possess her soul. Mariarta's search will lead her into hidden domains of sorcery both dreadful and wondrous, and will finally embroil the young woman in the growing rebellion against her land's cruel Austriac oppressors. But not before Mariarta comes face to face at last with the immortal Lady of the Storms, and challenges her to one final battle for control of her life, her soul, and her destiny... "Duane is tops in the high adventure business." -- Publishers Weekly "One of the finest current writers of speculative fiction." -- Kirkus Reviews
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781540847836
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
A goddess in the making... or a demon reborn? In the remote mountain village where she was born, Mariarta dil Alicg lives the untroubled life of a peasant girl...until, soon after a mysterious stranger's arrival, she starts to hear voices in the wind. The voices whisper strange secrets in Mariarta's ears -- promising her the power to command the stormwind, hinting at an unknown, magical heritage, and prophesying a fate marvelous past all Mariarta's imaginings. Then a curse falls on Mariarta's village, shattering the lives of her family and friends. Mariarta must journey across the mountain realm of Raetia in search of a way to break the curse -- while also hunting for the truth about the beautiful and terrible being who she discovers is trying to possess her soul. Mariarta's search will lead her into hidden domains of sorcery both dreadful and wondrous, and will finally embroil the young woman in the growing rebellion against her land's cruel Austriac oppressors. But not before Mariarta comes face to face at last with the immortal Lady of the Storms, and challenges her to one final battle for control of her life, her soul, and her destiny... "Duane is tops in the high adventure business." -- Publishers Weekly "One of the finest current writers of speculative fiction." -- Kirkus Reviews
The Door Into Fire
Author: Diane Duane
Publisher: Diane Duane
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 309
Book Description
A sorcerous swordsmith desperate to achieve true power. His stubbornly nonmagical sword. His princely runaway lover. His hungry new fire elemental. Put them all together, and what can possibly go wrong?... Herewiss is the only man in centuries to possess the Power of the blue Flame, but he can’t use or control it — not even to help his friend and lover Freelorn, prince of Arlen, banished from his native land and pursued across the Middle Kingdoms by the usurpers' allies. Invoking perilous sorceries and the even more dangerous assistance of the fire elemental Sunspark, Herewiss manages to free Freelorn and his little band of followers from their pursuers. Together they flee eastward to seek brief refuge in the mysterious lands near the edge of the world they know. But now Herewiss faces a devastating choice. His time to master the blue Fire is running out. Should he abandon his fruitless search and join Freelorn in his fight to regain his kingdom? Or should he seek out the ancient keep in the Waste where countless doors lead into other worlds—among them, perhaps, the door that when opened will show Herewiss how to break through into the Power he must master or die?... The Door Into Fire, first novel set in Diane Duane's award-winning Middle Kingdoms universe, opens a fantastic saga of magic, adventure and love that has become a cult classic for its uniquely inclusive take on epic fantasy and its unforgettable characters. "Good strong stuff with the right light touch." (Terry Pratchett) "Expands the limits of the swords and sorcery genre. Exciting, magical, intelligent." (Publishers Weekly)
Publisher: Diane Duane
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 309
Book Description
A sorcerous swordsmith desperate to achieve true power. His stubbornly nonmagical sword. His princely runaway lover. His hungry new fire elemental. Put them all together, and what can possibly go wrong?... Herewiss is the only man in centuries to possess the Power of the blue Flame, but he can’t use or control it — not even to help his friend and lover Freelorn, prince of Arlen, banished from his native land and pursued across the Middle Kingdoms by the usurpers' allies. Invoking perilous sorceries and the even more dangerous assistance of the fire elemental Sunspark, Herewiss manages to free Freelorn and his little band of followers from their pursuers. Together they flee eastward to seek brief refuge in the mysterious lands near the edge of the world they know. But now Herewiss faces a devastating choice. His time to master the blue Fire is running out. Should he abandon his fruitless search and join Freelorn in his fight to regain his kingdom? Or should he seek out the ancient keep in the Waste where countless doors lead into other worlds—among them, perhaps, the door that when opened will show Herewiss how to break through into the Power he must master or die?... The Door Into Fire, first novel set in Diane Duane's award-winning Middle Kingdoms universe, opens a fantastic saga of magic, adventure and love that has become a cult classic for its uniquely inclusive take on epic fantasy and its unforgettable characters. "Good strong stuff with the right light touch." (Terry Pratchett) "Expands the limits of the swords and sorcery genre. Exciting, magical, intelligent." (Publishers Weekly)
High Wizardry
Author: Diane Duane
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547540302
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
When a gifted little wizard begins experimenting with her new skills, her big sister and friend must save her from evil in this continuing fantasy series. Young wizards Nita and Kit face their most terrifying challenge yet: Nita’s little sister, Dairine. Not only is Dairine far too smart for a ten-year-old, she also recently has become a wizard, and worse yet, a wizard with almost limitless power. When Dairine’s computerized wizard’s manual glibly sends her off on her novice adventure—her Ordeal—Kit and Nita end up chasing her across the galaxy, trying to catch up with Dairine before she gets into trouble so deep that not even her brains can rescue her. Praise for High Wizardry “Duane is tops in the high adventure business. . . . This rollicking yarn will delight readers.” —Publishers Weekly “High Wizardry is . . . high entertainment.” —Locus “Harry Potter fans will enjoy this third book in Diane Duane’s Wizardry series.” —School Library Journal
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547540302
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
When a gifted little wizard begins experimenting with her new skills, her big sister and friend must save her from evil in this continuing fantasy series. Young wizards Nita and Kit face their most terrifying challenge yet: Nita’s little sister, Dairine. Not only is Dairine far too smart for a ten-year-old, she also recently has become a wizard, and worse yet, a wizard with almost limitless power. When Dairine’s computerized wizard’s manual glibly sends her off on her novice adventure—her Ordeal—Kit and Nita end up chasing her across the galaxy, trying to catch up with Dairine before she gets into trouble so deep that not even her brains can rescue her. Praise for High Wizardry “Duane is tops in the high adventure business. . . . This rollicking yarn will delight readers.” —Publishers Weekly “High Wizardry is . . . high entertainment.” —Locus “Harry Potter fans will enjoy this third book in Diane Duane’s Wizardry series.” —School Library Journal
Fantasy in Death
Author: J. D. Robb
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101185368
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
In this thriller in the #1 New York Times bestselling In Death series, it's game over for the criminals who cross Lieutenant Eve Dallas as she investigates the murder of a virtual reality wunderkind. Bart Minnock, founder of the computer gaming giant U-Play, is found in his locked private playroom, in a pool of blood, his head separated from his body. Despite his violent end, Eve can’t find anyone—girlfriend and business partners included—who seemed to have a problem with the enthusiastic, high-spirited millionaire. Of course gaming, like any business, has its fierce rivalries and dirty tricks—as Eve’s husband, Roarke, one of U-Play’s competitors, knows well. But Minnock was not naïve, and he knew how to fight back in the real world as well as the virtual one. Eve and her team are about to enter the next level of police work, in a world where fantasy is the ultimate seduction—and the price of defeat is death...
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101185368
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
In this thriller in the #1 New York Times bestselling In Death series, it's game over for the criminals who cross Lieutenant Eve Dallas as she investigates the murder of a virtual reality wunderkind. Bart Minnock, founder of the computer gaming giant U-Play, is found in his locked private playroom, in a pool of blood, his head separated from his body. Despite his violent end, Eve can’t find anyone—girlfriend and business partners included—who seemed to have a problem with the enthusiastic, high-spirited millionaire. Of course gaming, like any business, has its fierce rivalries and dirty tricks—as Eve’s husband, Roarke, one of U-Play’s competitors, knows well. But Minnock was not naïve, and he knew how to fight back in the real world as well as the virtual one. Eve and her team are about to enter the next level of police work, in a world where fantasy is the ultimate seduction—and the price of defeat is death...