Master of Crows
Master of Crows

Author: Grace Draven

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2014-06-30

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781500369484

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In an isolated fortress, the Master of Crows battles an ancient god for possession of his soul. Renegade and heretic, he dreams of ways to defeat the god and destroy the priesthood who would execute him. Sent by her masters to betray him, a woman comes who possesses a weapon he can use to triumph over both...but only at the ultimate sacrifice. A tale of love and allegiance. --------------- This fantasy romance was previously published with a different cover in 2009 by Amber Quill Press. This is the second edition.

Master of The World
Master of The World

Author: Jules Verne

Publisher: Namaskar Book

Published: 2024-02-02

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13:

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Embark on a thrilling adventure with "Master of the World" by Jules Verne. Join the renowned author as he takes you on an extraordinary journey filled with intrigue, suspense, and technological marvels. As you delve into Verne's captivating narrative, prepare to be transported to a world where the boundaries of science and imagination blur. From the depths of the ocean to the heights of the sky, each page is filled with daring escapades and breathtaking discoveries. But beyond the excitement of exploration and discovery, "Master of the World" delves into deeper themes of power, ambition, and the consequences of unchecked technological advancement. Verne's visionary storytelling offers a thought-provoking reflection on the ethical dilemmas posed by scientific progress. Yet, amidst the awe-inspiring feats of engineering and scientific innovation, a profound question emerges: What lessons can we learn from Verne's tale of hubris and ambition, and how do they resonate with the challenges of our own time? Engage with Verne's timeless narrative through vivid descriptions and compelling characters that capture the essence of human ingenuity and ambition. His exploration of the human spirit invites readers to ponder the ethical implications of technological mastery. Now, as you journey alongside the characters in "Master of the World," consider this: How can Verne's cautionary tale inspire us to wield technology responsibly and confront the ethical dilemmas of the modern age? Don't miss the opportunity to experience the wonder and excitement of "Master of the World." Acquire your copy today and embark on an unforgettable adventure that will challenge your perception of progress and power. ```

The Master and His Emissary
The Master and His Emissary

Author: Iain McGilchrist

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2019-03-26

Total Pages: 615

ISBN-13: 0300245920

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A new edition of the bestselling classic – published with a special introduction to mark its 10th anniversary This pioneering account sets out to understand the structure of the human brain – the place where mind meets matter. Until recently, the left hemisphere of our brain has been seen as the ‘rational’ side, the superior partner to the right. But is this distinction true? Drawing on a vast body of experimental research, Iain McGilchrist argues while our left brain makes for a wonderful servant, it is a very poor master. As he shows, it is the right side which is the more reliable and insightful. Without it, our world would be mechanistic – stripped of depth, colour and value.

The Master of the Rings
The Master of the Rings

Author: Susan Ang

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 9781840464238

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The Master of the Rings takes a look at the man himself, where he came from, what influenced his writing, and what themes unite his major works, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Ages 12+

Miyazakiworld
Miyazakiworld

Author: Susan Napier

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2018-09-04

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 0300240961

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The story of filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki's life and work, including his significant impact on Japan and the world A thirtieth-century toxic jungle, a bathhouse for tired gods, a red-haired fish girl, and a furry woodland spirit—what do these have in common? They all spring from the mind of Hayao Miyazaki, one of the greatest living animators, known worldwide for films such as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Wind Rises. Japanese culture and animation scholar Susan Napier explores the life and art of this extraordinary Japanese filmmaker to provide a definitive account of his oeuvre. Napier insightfully illuminates the multiple themes crisscrossing his work, from empowered women to environmental nightmares to utopian dreams, creating an unforgettable portrait of a man whose art challenged Hollywood dominance and ushered in a new chapter of global popular culture.

Master of the World
Master of the World

Author: Edward Willett

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-07-28

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 0756413656

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Now in mass market, the second book in a gripping portal fantasy series by an Aurora Award-winning author, in which one woman's powers open the way to a labyrinth of new dimensions. Shawna Keys has fled the world she only recently discovered she Shaped, narrowly escaping death at the hands of the Adversary who seized control of it...and losing her only guide, Karl Yatsar, in the process. Now she finds herself alone in some other Shaper's world, where, in her first two hours, she's rescued from a disintegrating island by an improbable flying machine she recognizes from Jules Verne's Robur the Conqueror, then seized from it by raiders flying tiny personal helicopters, and finally taken to a submarine that bears a strong resemblance to Captain Nemo's Nautilus. Oh, and accused of being both a spy and a witch. In the meantime, she has to navigate a world where two factions fanatically devoted to their respective leaders are locked in perpetual combat, figure out who the Shaper of the world is, find him or her, and obtain the secret knowledge of this world's Shaping. Then she has to somehow reconnect with Karl Yatsar, and escape to the next Shaped world in the Labyrinth...through a Portal she has no idea how to open.

Master of the Eclipse
Master of the Eclipse

Author: Etel Adnan

Publisher: Interlink Books

Published: 2023-09-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781623717117

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A collection of stories about displacement, love, loss, poetry and war, from the Lebanese poet and painter who has been called “arguably the most celebrated and accomplished Arab-American author writing today” (Melus). The stories in Master of the Eclipse are populated by filmmakers, poets, girls, professors, and prostitutes who live in Beirut, Paris, Sicily, California, Saddam’s Iraq, and New York. The world of these stories is ours, with the same occupations and wars—a “world that would be a cemetery” were it not also a place where taxis are “yellow flowers floating down the avenues.” From the collection’s title story, a long meditation on history and war, power and poetry, to its concluding tale, a strangely quiet vision of a tree floating in a Damascus stream, Etel Adnan’s painterly vision, her cosmopolitan flexibility, and her philosophical bent are on full display. This is a woman, after all, trained in philosophy at the Sorbonne, Harvard, and the University of California at Berkeley, who became a painter, and then a poet. Her voice comes to us as something the opposite of her title: She is a master of light and revelation, of language, variety, and color.