Voices of Hydra: Chronicles of the Many-Headed Serpent
Voices of Hydra: Chronicles of the Many-Headed Serpent

Author: Skye Hellviolet

Publisher: Skye Hellviolet

Published: 2024-06-26

Total Pages: 253

ISBN-13:

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" In a world where myths and magic intertwine, follow the epic journey of Elara and Lyra, two brave adventurers bound by fate and the mystical legacy of the Hydra. "The Many-Headed Serpent: A Journey of Resilience and Renewal" is a captivating tale of courage, unity, and the enduring power of hope. Embarking on a quest to break an ancient curse, Elara and Lyra traverse treacherous landscapes, confront formidable challenges, and discover hidden truths about themselves and the world. Guided by the wisdom of the Hydra and the light of a powerful amulet, they learn invaluable lessons in wisdom, strength, foresight, compassion, and resilience. From the enigmatic Enchanted Lake to the heart of the Shifting Sands, their adventures inspire communities and transform lives. Their story culminates in the vibrant Festival of Unity, where they celebrate the triumph of the human spirit and the unbreakable bonds forged along their journey. "The Many-Headed Serpent" is a testament to the strength found in unity and the light that can be kindled even in the darkest of times. Join Elara and Lyra as they navigate a world of magic and mystery, leaving a legacy of hope and renewal in their wake. "

Troy
Troy

Author: Stephen Fry

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2021-06-22

Total Pages: 291

ISBN-13: 1797208209

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In this brilliant conclusion to his bestselling Mythos trilogy, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry retells the tale of the Trojan War. Full of tragic heroes, intoxicating love stories, and the unstoppable force of fate, there is no conflict more iconic than the Trojan War. Troy is the story of the epic battle retold by Fry with drama, humor, and vivid emotion. Achilles, Hector, Odysseus, Helen, their lovers, and their mortal enemies all burn bright in Fry's compelling prose. Illustrated throughout with classical art inspired by the myths, this gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with a brilliant storyteller as your guide. • BELOVED AUTHOR: Stephen Fry is an icon whose signature wit and mellifluous style makes this retelling utterly unique. Fans will love hearing his interpretation, whether they are familiar with the original Greek myths or not. • TIMELESS STORIES: For fans of Neil Gaiman's Norse Mythology, Madeline Miller's Circe or Song of Achilles, or Pat Barker's The Silence of the Girls, this is the perfect next great read. These ancient tales never get old. • STUNNING SERIES CONCLUSION: Mythos and Heroes, the first two installments in the trilogy, were international bestsellers. Now fans can read the thrilling third book. • GORGEOUS GIFT: With a vibrant contemporary design, full-color artwork throughout, and shimmering metallic highlights on the jacket, this book makes a superb present.

Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Allusions
Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Allusions

Author: Elizabeth Webber

Publisher: Merriam-Webster

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 614

ISBN-13: 9780877796282

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A guide to references commonly used in speech and writing. Explains more than 900 allusions. Entries include examples from todays leading media. A must for serious readers, language lovers, and ESL students.

The Wyrm King
The Wyrm King

Author: Tony DiTerlizzi

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2023-02-21

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 1665930047

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Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the #1 New York Times bestselling Spiderwick Chronicles and get ready for the series soon to be streaming on Disney+ with this eighth and final installment in the fantastical adventures featuring updated text. The Wyrm King was previously published under the series title Beyond the Spiderwick Chronicles. Nick and Laurie thought their worries were behind them when they drove all the giants into the sea. But now, the Grace kids have come to tell them they may have more trouble coming their way! It turns out the giants control the population of Hydra, a dragon-like creature that is creating sinkholes all over Florida. But with the mermaids refusing to return the giants to the shore, the nixies still missing and the threat of a destroyed Florida drawing closer, the kids have to take matters in their own hands. Will Nick and Laurie be able to stop the destruction they unwittingly caused with the help of the Field Guide?

Kraken and The Colossal Octopus
Kraken and The Colossal Octopus

Author: Bernard Heuvelmans

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-12-22

Total Pages: 423

ISBN-13: 1317847016

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First published in 2003. From Part One: ‘Our ignorance of the marine world is much greater still. It is such that I do not hesitate to claim that, in the ocean, everything is still possible! Faced with the immensity of Neptune's realm, a certain degree of gullibility is preferable to blind incredulity. If it was claimed tomorrow that a real mermaid had been captured – not just an ugly manatee, but a creature boasting Marilyn Monroe's bust and the tail of a coelacanth - the attitude of the zoologist who wished to see it would be much more scientifically justifiable that that of his colleague who would merely shrug the news away. The sea covers more than three fifths of the surface of the globe, but our ships cross it only along rather narrow and fixed paths.’ This book looks at the science behind the stories.

The Nixie's Song
The Nixie's Song

Author: Tony DiTerlizzi

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2023-02-21

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1665929995

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Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the #1 New York Times bestselling Spiderwick Chronicles and get ready for the series soon to be streaming on Disney+ with this sixth installment in the fantastical adventures featuring updated text. The Nixie’s Song was previously published under the series title Beyond the Spiderwick Chronicles. The Spiderwick Chronicles leaves the old-fashioned charm of New England far behind and heads south for some fiendish faerie fun in the hot Florida sun. Eleven-year-old Nicholas Vargas only thinks his life has been turned upside down after his developer father remarries and moves his new wife and daughter into the soon-to-be completed Mangrove Hollow. But an expedition to a nearby lake turns up a little nixie with a giant problem—the huge, lumbering, fire-breathing variety—and it’s up to Nick; his stepsister, Laurie; and his big brother, Julian to figure out the best way to stop a host of rampaging giants before all of Florida goes up in smoke.

Artful Assassins
Artful Assassins

Author: Fernando Fabio Sanchez

Publisher: Vanderbilt University Press

Published: 2010-11-29

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 0826517285

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The grim role of violence in shaping modern Mexican identity