One Cycle of Darkness
One Cycle of Darkness

Author: Christopher J. Farmer

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2005-08-22

Total Pages: 247

ISBN-13: 0595812201

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In One Cycle of Darkness, book four of The Second Neoluzian War epic fantasy series, the Orc armies commanded by the wicked Orc dictator Arkan Spiritstrike have destroyed the dark elven city of Balenwood in Frontentia as their conquest of the lower lands continues unabated. The very dangerous 8th Orc legions commanded by the feared General Deathpox the Culler, now moves to cut off the dwarves of Carpallachia from providing assistance to the other endangered peoples of the land. At the salon castle, David Parr and his companions have unlocked the secret location of the great necromancer Termaplix using a combination of information that they have gathered in the land since the human stranger arrived in Neoluzia and a gift from Queen Tara in the Dagger of Sight. However, with the destruction of Balenwood and the pending Orc attack upon the light elven city of Oakmantle, David Parr's decision to remain in Neoluzia forces his widening involvement in the war and the demands placed upon him from those that face the darkness of the enemy from the north.

The Dark Fantastic
The Dark Fantastic

Author: Ebony Elizabeth Thomas

Publisher: NYU Press

Published: 2020-09-22

Total Pages: 235

ISBN-13: 1479806072

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Winner, 2022 Children's Literature Association Book Award, given by the Children's Literature Association Winner, 2020 World Fantasy Awards Winner, 2020 British Fantasy Awards, Nonfiction Finalist, Creative Nonfiction IGNYTE Award, given by FIYACON for BIPOC+ in Speculative Fiction Reveals the diversity crisis in children's and young adult media as not only a lack of representation, but a lack of imagination Stories provide portals into other worlds, both real and imagined. The promise of escape draws people from all backgrounds to speculative fiction, but when people of color seek passageways into the fantastic, the doors are often barred. This problem lies not only with children’s publishing, but also with the television and film executives tasked with adapting these stories into a visual world. When characters of color do appear, they are often marginalized or subjected to violence, reinforcing for audiences that not all lives matter. The Dark Fantastic is an engaging and provocative exploration of race in popular youth and young adult speculative fiction. Grounded in her experiences as YA novelist, fanfiction writer, and scholar of education, Thomas considers four black girl protagonists from some of the most popular stories of the early 21st century: Bonnie Bennett from the CW’s The Vampire Diaries, Rue from Suzanne Collins’s The Hunger Games, Gwen from the BBC’s Merlin, and Angelina Johnson from J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter. Analyzing their narratives and audience reactions to them reveals how these characters mirror the violence against black and brown people in our own world. In response, Thomas uncovers and builds upon a tradition of fantasy and radical imagination in Black feminism and Afrofuturism to reveal new possibilities. Through fanfiction and other modes of counter-storytelling, young people of color have reinvisioned fantastic worlds that reflect their own experiences, their own lives. As Thomas powerfully asserts, “we dark girls deserve more, because we are more.”

The descent of the sun: A cycle of birth
The descent of the sun: A cycle of birth

Author: Anonymous

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-07-13

Total Pages: 75

ISBN-13:

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In 'The Descent of the Sun: A Cycle of Birth' by Anonymous, the reader is taken on a profound journey through the themes of life, death, and rebirth. The book masterfully weaves together elements of mythology, spirituality, and philosophy to create a narrative that is both captivating and thought-provoking. The lyrical prose and rich imagery elevate the text, immersing the reader in a world that is both mysterious and enlightening. The setting and plot of the book are intricately connected, drawing the reader in and guiding them through a series of interconnected events that culminate in a powerful exploration of human existence. Anonymous' literary style is both imaginative and evocative, inviting readers to contemplate the deeper meanings behind the cycle of life. The author's deep understanding of human nature and the complexities of existence shines through in every page, making 'The Descent of the Sun' a truly remarkable read. I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking a profound and poetic exploration of the mysteries of life.

The Descent Of The Sun A Cycle Of Birth
The Descent Of The Sun A Cycle Of Birth

Author: F. W. BAIN

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2024-01-02

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9361157094

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"The Descent of the Sun" is a philosophical and religious paintings written through F. W. Bain. Published in the past due nineteenth century, the book explores the undying situation of the solar as an image of divine electricity and enlightenment. F. W. Bain, a British writer and pupil, delves into the mystical factors of the solar's descent, drawing on Eastern and Western philosophies to get to the lowest of the profound implications of this celestial phenomenon. Bain weaves a tapestry of non-secular and metaphysical thoughts, the usage of the descent of the solar as a metaphor for the soul's journey towards self-attention and non-secular enlightenment. The book explores subject subjects of cosmic concord, the interaction between light and darkness, and the cyclical nature of lifestyles. Bain's poetic and insightful fashion urges readers to reflect on the underlying meaning of existence and the interconnection of the cosmos. "The Descent of the Sun" is a thought-upsetting and contemplative paintings that crosses cultural and theological limitations, giving readers perception into the widely wide-spread longing for inner illumination. F. W. Bain's exam of religious truths and cosmic symbolism makes this painting both ageless and attractive for all and sundry searching for wisdom and enlightenment.

A Sword Into Darkness
A Sword Into Darkness

Author: Thomas a. Mays

Publisher:

Published: 2013-08-16

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 9781939398086

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"Solid adventure, intrigue and speculative space-tech, from a rising star in military science fiction."- DAVID BRIN, Hugo and Nebula Award-winning author of 'EXISTENCE, ' 'THE POSTMAN, ' and 'STARTIDE RISING' HUMANITY IS NO LONGER ALONE IN THE UNIVERSE. AN UNKNOWABLE THREAT APPROACHES EARTH . . . AND WE ARE COMPLETELY UNPREPARED TO FACE WHAT'S COMING. Aerospace tycoon Gordon Elliot Lee cannot stand idly by while a mysterious alien presence from Delta Pavonis bears down upon mankind's only home. Shut out from NASA and military support, Gordon is forced to go it alone, to sow the seeds for an entirely new sort of planetary defense: a space-based naval force. Joined by Nathan Kelley -- a bloodied naval warrior, scarred by his own actions in the waters off North Korea -- and Kris Munoz -- an avant garde scientific genius with more ideas than sense -- these three will scour the very edges of fringe science and engineering to attempt development of Earth's first space navy in time to oppose the Deltan invasion. Beset by ridicule, government obstruction, industrial espionage, and their own personal demons, it will take a miracle just to get off the ground. But the challenges on Earth are nothing compared to what awaits them in space. Against an unknown alien enemy with vastly superior technology, a handful of human scientists and warriors must become the sword that holds the darkness at bay. MISSILES WILL FLASH, RAILGUNS WILL RUMBLE, LASERS WILL BURN, AND DEFENDERS WILL DIE. IF THEY FAIL, OUR END IS AT HAND. "There are brilliant first contact stories, great space combat stories, and amazing stories of technological discovery. Rarely do you find all three in the same novel. Remember the name Thomas A. Mays. You're going to be seeing it on the bestseller list."- JEFF EDWARDS, Award-winning author of 'SEA OF SHADOWS, ' and 'THE SEVENTH ANGEL' "Sharply written, suspenseful and tightly plotted, A SWORD INTO DARKNESS reads like the best Tom Clancy novels, with a science fiction heart provided by Arthur C. Clark. Can't wait to read more from Thomas Mays "- GRAHAM BROWN, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of 'ZERO HOUR, ' 'BLACK RAIN, ' and 'THE EDEN PROPHECY'