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Queen Sheba's Ring by H. Rider Haggard is a thrilling adventure novel that takes readers on a journey through the deserts of Africa. The story follows the protagonist, Holly, as he embarks on a mission to find the lost treasure of the Queen of Sheba. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and enemies, including a powerful sorcerer and a group of ruthless bandits. As Holly delves deeper into his quest, he discovers that the treasure he seeks may hold more than just material wealth; it could also reveal secrets about his own past and identity. With vivid descriptions of African landscapes and cultures, Haggard's novel transports readers to another time and place, where danger lurks around every corner and adventure await at every turn.

At the Mountains of Madness by H. P. Lovecraft is a chilling and atmospheric tale that delves into the depths of cosmic horror and the limits of human knowledge. Set in the remote and desolate reaches of Antarctica, this story takes readers on an expedition filled with terror, mystery, and a descent into the unknown.The narrative follows a group of intrepid explorers who uncover ancient and otherworldly secrets buried within the ice. As they delve deeper into the unexplored mountains, they encounter unimaginable horrors that challenge their sanity and threaten their very existence. Lovecraft's evocative descriptions and eerie atmosphere create a sense of creeping dread that lingers throughout the story.With each revelation, the protagonists uncover a dark and ancient history of a civilization that predates human existence. Lovecraft's signature themes of cosmic insignificance and the fragility of the human mind are woven into the narrative, as the characters grapple with the unfathomable truths that lie beneath the surface.At the Mountains of Madness is a testament to Lovecraft's mastery of the horror genre, presenting readers with an unsettling blend of scientific exploration, eldritch horrors, and psychological terror. Through his distinctive writing style, Lovecraft creates an oppressive and claustrophobic atmosphere, plunging readers into a world where ancient beings and incomprehensible forces lurk just beyond human understanding.Prepare to be immersed in a world of chilling suspense, existential dread, and the awe-inspiring vastness of the unknown. At the Mountains of Madness is a masterpiece of cosmic horror that will haunt your thoughts long after the final page is turned.

H. Rider Haggard's "Red Eve" is a captivating historical romance novel set in the 14th century. The story follows the adventures of a young Frenchwoman named Eve, who is forced to flee her home after her father is killed by a group of English soldiers. She seeks refuge with a group of rebels led by the charismatic Sir John Aylward and soon finds herself caught up in their struggle against the English invaders. Along the way, she falls in love with Sir John's nephew, Martin, but their relationship is threatened by political intrigue and personal vendettas. Haggard's vivid descriptions of mediaeval life and his skilful characterization make this novel a timeless classic that will appeal to readers of all ages.

At the International Space Agency HQ, Julia, Axel and M-07 realize they are being held prisoners, and no one seems to be willing to assist with M-07's deteriorating health conditions.Who can help the young Mercurian? And what does the silent woman have to do with a mystery which, according to Professor Temple, will turn anthropology on its head?

Zach and his mother take an unexpected adventure across Australia to rescue his kidnapped father. From travelling throughout the diverse regions of the country and encountering a remote aboriginal tribe, Zach gains a new perspective on life and culture as he learns a lot about both his family and himself.

Driven to save lives after her son's murder, Frankie Kemp has spent years as a non-powered vigilante whom the police choose to overlook, but when a virus releases super-powered potential in much of the population, ""Chance"" is left to face her child's shadow-sliding killer with nothing more than her wits and experience. Her friend and police detective Darius Murkowski suspects Frankie is getting involved with things she shouldn't, but can't prove it yet, and Chance encounters ""superhero"" Tazer--a newly-powered man whose good intentions considerably outstrip his ability in a fight.In the aftermath of fighting Shadowslide, Chance recognizes some of her own mistakes waiting to happen in Candy, a young woman with a drug problem. Saving the girl from an overdose leads to an encounter with the police that escalates out of control; as long as she keeps secrets from Murkowski, he can't help her.Drug dealer China White unearths Chance's identity. Caught between protecting Candy and saving herself, Chance saves a police officer's life by killing China White and moves herself into the police's limelight. Horrified at having crossed the line into killing, Frankie struggles to keep her identity as Chance a secret, but when super-powered drug courier Crisscross comes after Frankie, she has no choice but to don the mask again. She goes to Tazer for help, but her life as Chance is coming unravelled--and her best friend Nila is about to pay the price. Drug kingpin Carrie Nation knows Frankie's secrets--but so does Detective Murkowski, and it may be his decision that lets Chance continue her work.

Pearl-maiden: A Tale Of The Fall of Jerusalem by H. Rider Haggard is a captivating historical novel that takes readers on a journey through the tumultuous events leading up to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. The story follows the life of Miriam, a young Christian girl who was raised as a Jew and becomes embroiled in the political and religious conflicts of the time. Alongside her love interest, Marcus, a Roman soldier, Miriam navigates the treacherous waters of Roman occupation and Jewish rebellion. Haggard's vivid descriptions bring ancient Jerusalem to life, from its bustling streets to its grand temples and palaces. The novel also explores themes of faith, loyalty, and sacrifice as Miriam grapples with her identity and beliefs in the face of persecution.

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In "The Monster Men," Edgar Rice Burroughs takes readers on a thrilling and imaginative journey into a world of science gone awry. The story follows Dr. von Horn, a brilliant scientist, who seeks to create the perfect human beings through a series of gruesome experiments. But when his creations, known as the "Monster Men," start to exhibit unexpected emotions and desires, chaos ensues. Among them is the enigmatic Number Thirteen, who longs for more than the life of a mere experiment. As the lines between creator and creation blur, a tale of love, betrayal, and survival unfolds in this gripping science fiction adventure. Burroughs' vivid storytelling and exploration of the human psyche make "The Monster Men" a classic in the world of science fiction literature.

What on Earth is going on? The second volume of GENU finds our three Mercurian colonists in front of the Terrestrial authorities. Who or what is the silent woman who arrived with them? As the adventure unfolds, an obscure vision starts to tell a story; what will this dream lead us to? Perhaps to the truth, and to the future of humankind.

Beneath the steel and neon glow of Pacific City a low-rent bounty hunter just got a job offer, a small fortune offered for a simple bodyguard position. But no job called simple ever is. Especially in a world of robotic partners, powerful mega corporations, pop idols, and cyber ninja assassins.

A young king, forced into the throne after the death of his family, must do everything in his power to maintain the peace in his kingdom and find his kidnapped brother. In the meantime, an alien race wishing to wipe them all out takes advantage of the strife.

Stella Fregelius by H. Rider Haggard is a gripping novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the supernatural. The story follows the protagonist, Morris Monk, as he becomes enamoured with the beautiful and mysterious Stella Fregelius. As their relationship deepens, Morris discovers that Stella has a connection to the spirit world and possesses incredible powers. However, their happiness is short-lived as tragedy strikes and Stella must use her abilities to save those she loves. Haggard's writing is vivid and atmospheric, transporting readers to the rugged coast of Cornwall where the story takes place. The characters are complex and well-developed, each with their own motivations and secrets. Stella Fregelius is a haunting tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Board Exams are round the corner, and it is the best time for you to practice papers and brush-up your skills. Score Easy Mathematics Sample Papers by R. P. Gupta for Class X is here to help you with all your troubles with Mathematics. The book contains sample papers based on the latest CBSE Sample paper and the reduced curriculum of 2020-21. The newly introduced CASE STUDY QUESTIONS are included in this book, making this book a must-buy to ace the exam. It also contains a guess paper for you to practice on the last day before the exam. Not only this, but you can also get online solutions for all the unsolved papers sitting at your home. The author of this book is committed to making you soar high in the sky. This is it, friends! The one-stop solution to all your problems with Mathematics! Ace Mathematics now! . 1. This Sample Paper (Score Easy Series) is written by Mr. R.P. Gupta (Teacher cum author) on high demand of the School Students as well as the Teachers. 2. This Sample Paper Contains 21 Sample Papers which are based on Newly introduced Exam pattern for session 2020-2021 by CBSE, New Delhi. 3. These Sample Papers Specially have 4-4 Study Based Questions which is posing a big challenge for the students as well as Teachers too. 4. So, just grab it before the stock lasts. .

The life and times of Britains most infamous son. Occultist, genius, poet, prophet, mountaineer, drug and free-love pioneer, spy, scholar, and all-round bad egg. Summoner of demons and loser of friends. A prophet who wanted to save mankind but ended his days known as "The Wickedest Man in the World."About the AuthorMartin Hayes is the author of the pulp science-fiction graphic novel Project Luna: 1947 (with art by Jim Boswell) and Aleister Crowley: Wandering the Waste, an examination of the life and times of the Great Beast (with art by RH Stewart). Get It Down and Other Weird Stories, a collection of his short stories was published in November 2013. His writing has appeared in many publications including Nature, The Stinging Fly, Innsmouth Magazine, and Flurb.

The War of the Worlds is a science fiction novel by English author H. G. Wells. Written between 1895 and 1897, it is one of the earliest stories to detail a conflict between mankind and an extra-terrestrial race. The novel is the first-person narrative of both an unnamed protagonist in Surrey and of his younger brother in London as southern England is invaded by Martians. The novel is one of the most commented-on works in the science fiction canon.The plot has been related to invasion literature of the time. The novel has been variously interpreted as a commentary on evolutionary theory, British imperialism, and generally Victorian superstitions, fears, and prejudices. Wells said that the plot arose from a discussion with his brother Frank about the catastrophic effect of the British on indigenous Tasmanians. What would happen, he wondered, if Martians did to Britain what the British had done to the Tasmanians?

There it is, cried Craig scarcely able to restrain himself with the keenness of his chase, ""there it is-the mark like an 'L.' This cartridge bears the one mark, distinct, not possible to have been made by any other pistol in the world. None of the Hep Sings, all with the same make of weapons, none of the gunmen in their employ, could duplicate that mark.The Dream Doctor is a collection of detective stories featuring Professor Craig Kennedy, who uses his scientific acumen to solve mysteries. A newspaper reporter, Walter Jameson, works with him to get to the bottom of things.Arthur Benjamin Reeve (October 15, 1880 - August 9, 1936) was an American mystery writer. He is best known for creating the series character Professor Craig Kennedy, sometimes called ""The American Sherlock Holmes"", and Kennedy's Dr. Watson-like sidekick Walter Jameson, a newspaper reporter.

No Name is a novel by Wilkie Collins, first published in 1862. Magdalen Vanstone and her sister Norah learn the true meaning of social stigma in Victorian England only after the traumatic discovery that their dearly loved parents, whose sudden deaths have left them orphans, were not married at the time of their birth. Disinherited by law and brutally ousted from Combe-Raven, the idyllic country estate which has been their peaceful home since childhood, the two young women are left to fend for themselves. While the submissive Norah follows a path of duty and hardship as a governess, her high-spirited and rebellious younger sister has made other decisions. Determined to regain her rightful inheritance at any cost, Magdalen uses her unconventional beauty and dramatic talent in recklessly pursuing her revenge. Aided by the audacious swindler Captain Wragge, she braves a series of trials leading up to the climactic test: can she trade herself in marriage to the man she loathes?

When the elderly Allan Armadale makes a terrible confession on his death-bed, he has little idea of the repercussions to come, for the secret he reveals involves the mysterious Lydia Gwilt: flame-haired temptress, bigamist, laudanum addict and husband-poisoner. Her malicious intrigues fuel the plot of this gripping melodrama: a tale of confused identities, inherited curses, romantic rivalries, espionage, money-and murder.

"The Mysterious Affair at Styles is a detective novel by British writer Agatha Christie. It was written in the middle of the First World War, in 1916, and first published by John Lane in the United States in October 1920 and in the United Kingdom by The Bodley Head (John Lane's UK company) on 21 January 1921. Styles was Christie's first published novel. It introduced Hercule Poirot, Inspector (later, Chief Inspector) Japp, and Arthur Hastings. Poirot, a Belgian refugee of the Great War, is settling in England near the home of Emily Inglethorp, who helped him to his new life. His friend Hastings arrives as a guest at her home. When the woman is killed, Poirot uses his detective skills to solve the mystery."

William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an English poet, actor and one of the greatest writers to ever use the English language. He was also the world's greatest playwright of all times, with his plays being translated in over 50 languages and performed across the globe for audiences of all ages. Known as ""The Bard"" or the ""Bard of Avon," Shakespeare created his own theatre on the River Thames in 1599 and named it the Globe Theatre, a historical theatre, that is visited by thousands of tourists every year.Shakespeare produced most of his known works between 1589 -1613. His early plays were primarily comedies and histories and are regarded as some of the best work produced in these genres. His extant works, including collaborations, consist of some 37 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and a few other verses, some of uncertain authorship. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright.And even after 400 long years, his plays are still read, loved and relevant in today's society. Shakespeare wrote about timeless themes such as life and death, youth and old age, love and hate, fate and freedom, to name but a few. Shakespeare's plays are studied in academia all across the world, the most famous are: Romeo and Juliet, Antony and Cleopatra, Hamlet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Julius Caesar and Macbeth. Apart from the rich language, these plays contain a great deal of valuable advice.

Sir William Henry Sleeman (1788-1856) was a British soldier and administrator in India. While serving as Resident at the court of the King of Oude in Lucknow, he toured around the realm and collected information for the Governor-General about the proposed annexation of the kingdom by the East India Company. His letters and diaries suggest that he collected evidence for and against annexation. Sleeman described the kingdom of Oude as suffering from maladministration, anarchy, and lawlessness but highlighted that unlawful annexation would usher resentment and rebellion. Volume I exhibits Sleeman's account of his journey and a selection of private correspondence and Volume II discusses the social and economic condition of the kingdom.

"I simply want to tell the story of my numerous experiments with truth, and as my life consists of nothing but those experiments, it is true that the story will take the shape of an autobiography."- M. K. GandhiThis extraordinary autobiography is a window to the life of the great leader and social worker, M. K. Gandhi. This first-hand account of his life offers insight into the workings of Gandhi's cognizance, his views and ideas-an insight into the complexities of his times that drove this seemingly ordinary man to the heights of being the father of a nation, India - to be known around the worlds as the flag-bearer of peace and harmony.

Kim (1901) by Rudyard Kipling, set in India under the British empire, is Kipling's final and most famous novel. It chronicles the adventures of an Irish orphan named Kim. Kim, a dynamic and spirited person, although Irish, grows up as an indigenous boy. He manages to seamlessly mingle into the many ethnic and religious groups of the Indian subcontinent. He lives independently in the streets and is taken care of by a woman who is a keeper of an opium den. He eventually becomes a follower of a Tibetan monk while learning espionage from the British secret service. The adventures that Kim experiences as a spy, as a follower of the lama, and the effectiveness of Kipling's craftsmanship, make this novel an interesting read.

Originally published in 1893, Haidar Ali and Tipu Sultan talks about two distinguished rulers of southern India who vehemently fought against British colonialism and played a pivotal role in the expansion of the Mysore Empire.Written by Lewin. B. Bowring, this book is an attempt to trace the career of Haidar Ali and his equally remarkable son, Tipu Sultan. The first, distinguished by energy, enterprise, and daring which enabled him to seize a throne, and the second by his bigotry, his hostility to the English, and the meaningless obstinacy which cost him his crown and his life.It also discusses the struggle between the English and the French in southern India and the siege of Seringapatam. A major portion of this book is about Haidar Ali, his administrative, military and diplomatic tactics followed by Tipu Sultan's military inventions which he used in the struggle against the British occupying forces in south India.

The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking' is a volume that aspires at making its readers pro speakers, who can easily converse with people around them and make them, clearly understand their viewpoints and in turn, become capable of also making others alter their respective viewpoints. This is known as the 'convincing power.' This book puts forward some very handy and useful tips for its readers, which with regular practice can make their communication skills pretty effective as well as impressive.This book is broadly categorized into five separate sections which are as under:1. Fundamentals of Effective 2. Speaking Speech3. Speaker and Audience 4. The Art of Communication5. The Challenges of Effective Speaking All these sections collectively transform the readers' average communication skills into professional speaker skills.The book is presented in a step-by-step guiding manner to enhance the readers' confidence in communicating effectively with others. This guide-book is the right pick for anyone who wants to improve their communication skills. It is equally relevant for students and professionals.

Two sisters as equal as the two poles of the earth... One benign and permanent victim... the other with a dark personality but with protective instincts... Melina weak and submissive... Amy, a judge and punter in her own world in which God always showed his toughest face. What separates madness from logic? God from the Devil? The good from evil? These questions ceased to concern Amy when she felt deep within her soul that there was space for everything. And when the silence breaks and the secret is revealed, the sacrifice is one way...

""Guilty,"" ruled the Sun Court and decided dad's penalty: ""For the sun to turn, it takes hard work. For the sun to come out of its personal prison, dad must complete 12 labours of repentance."" So, dad went all the way to the end of the world to carry out that mission, to bring back the sun, to bring back the smiles, to bring the ferryboat that would get them across, so that they could go back home as a family, so that the kids could go back to school and get good grades.One night, when everybody was at home, a thought crept in, making parents and children join forces and co-create...as a family. Inspiration, cooperation, parents and children writing together - for the first time in the northern hemisphere of Earth -, which led to something imaginary, children's paintings, unvarnished ideas, an unimpeded flow between the river banks that waters the fertile land of education and always brings wealth. Moral lessons, examples, yalues with children's quill and grownups' hand.A

The play "Paper Fates" is based upon the very well known ancient Greek myth about the "Three Fates". But, instead of the Fates being three delicate, white-dressed, sensitive women, in this play, the Fates are three men, who haven't got the slightest love or sympathy for any human. The Fates, Atropos, Lachesis and Klothos, don't care about anyone but themselves and their only concern is concluding each day's work as soon as possible, so that they can relax, have fun and enjoy themselves. Until, one day, one of these three men has a crisis of consciousness...

The little 21 that was there, went around and mixed everything up. There was no work for the naughty 21, and yet it wanted to do something so badly!!! And it's true that they did too much damage. The little 21 changed everything, nothing happened as originally planned...