The semiautobiographical Martin Eden is the most vital and original character Jack London ever created. Set in San Francisco, this is the story of Martin Eden, an impoverished seaman who pursues, obsessively and aggressively, dreams of education and literary fame. London, dissatisfied with the rewards of his own success, intended Martin Eden as an attack on individualism and a criticism of ambition; however, much of its status as a classic has been conferred by admirers of its ambitious protagonist.
Andrew Sinclair's wide-ranging introduction discusses the conflict between London's support of socialism and his powerful self-will. Sinclair also explores the parallels and divergences between the life of Martin Eden and that of his creator, focusing on London's mental depressions and how they affected his depiction of Eden. Views: 664
On the evening of a Sunday, in the year 1578, a splendid fête was given in the magnificent hotel just built opposite the Louvre, on the other side of the water, by the family of Montmorency, who, allied to the royalty of France, held themselves equal to princes. This fête was to celebrate the wedding of François d'Epinay de St. Luc, a great friend and favorite of the king, Henri III., with Jeanne de Crossé-Brissac, daughter of the marshal of that name. The banquet had taken place at the Louvre, and the king, who had been with much difficulty induced to consent to the marriage, had appeared at it with a severe and grave countenance. His costume was in harmony with his face; he wore that suit of deep chestnut, in which Clouet described him at the wedding of Joyeuse; and this kind of royal specter, solemn and majestic, had chilled all the spectators, but above all the young bride, at whom he cast many angry glances. Views: 662
The army has found something impacted in the beach sands of England. With the war in progress, it could only be a German bomb, but what of those strange markings upon its surface... What if it didn't come from Earth at all...?The Adventures of Slugman are a series of socio-political satirical and comical illustories featuring Slugman, hero of common nonsense and fighter of the “common good”. Slugman is an activist for the socially and politically disadvantaged in a world of ridiculous regulation and shrink-wrapped ideology. He began life as a lowly garden variety slug raiding the cat-food dish but his misadventures were soon enjoyed across the country as his stories were published every week in national magazines. Not for the easily offended or the politically correct.In this illustory, Slugman is an investigative journalist with way too much power and influence. Views: 661
The outstanding new Fargo adventure from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author.
There are many rumors about the bay off Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands. Some say it was the site of the lost empire of the Solomon king and that great treasure lies beneath the waters. Others say terrible things happened here, atrocities and disappearances at the hands of cannibal giants, and those who venture there do not return. It is cursed.
Which is exactly what attracts the attention of husband-and-wife treasure-hunting team Sam and Remi Fargo. How could they resist? Clues and whispers lead them on a hunt from the Solomons to Australia to Japan, and what they find at the end of the trail is both wonderful and monstrous—and like nothing they have ever seen before. Views: 657
Noel is a Christmas angel. His whole purpose of being is to bring good cheer and joy to mankind during the Christmas season.Having never walked as a human, or experienced their ways first hand, Noel had a secret desire to work as an assignment angel just for once!On the eve of Christmas, Noel's wish comes true and he is sent to earth for 24 hours to help a miserable man named Chris Pyke.Noel is a Christmas angel. His whole purpose of being is to bring good cheer and joy to mankind during the Christmas season.Having never walked as a human, or experienced their ways first hand, Noel had a secret desire to work as an assignment angel just for once!On the eve of Christmas, Noel's wish comes true and he is sent to earth for 24 hours to help a miserable man named Chris Pyke. Christopher Pyke hates everything about Christmas, and for good reason. He lost the love of his life, whilst in Prague at Christmas time, and he lost his little sister Charlie on Christmas day. He hated everything about the season and thrived on his business and his success.A top Chef on the west coast of America, Chris has no idea how his life has affected people in America, Prague and Ireland. He is oblivious to life, oblivious to family and to love.Noel has one task; to soften the heart of this man so he can open his heart to Christmas, and Noel is one determined angel! Views: 650
Paris Rose is a prequel to Anna Lowe’s Fire Maidens: Billionaires & Bodyguards series, a romantic, suspenseful romp through Europe’s oldest, grandest cities. The adventure begins here! Danger lurks over Europe, where a ruthless dragon clan plots to seize power in the grandest, most glamorous cities. The guardians of old have summoned a new generation of shifter heroes to protect the castles, cathedrals, and cobblestoned streets of their ancestral homes — and to seek out the last of the Fire Maidens, women coveted by the dark lords for their royal blood. Views: 644
The last thing Julie Steffens needs after a season of research in the jungles of Central America is a gang of armed mercenaries after her for a crime she didn’t commit. And the last rescuer she wants is Seth Cooper, the sizzling vacation fling who disappeared from her bedside two months before. But right now, she needs a way out — and Seth’s sailboat is it. So what if the man kisses like a pirate just back in to port? It’s not about temptation; it’s about survival. Views: 643
A she-dragon with a heist to plan. A bear shifter with a casino to protect. A dangerous combination, even in Las Vegas. (A steamy short story prequel to *Gambling on Her Bear* and the *Shifters in Vegas* series) Views: 641
Johnny Clunker was an awkward and shy boy who kept mostly to himself. But when the school day ended, Johnny Clunker became Johnny B. Fast, a super spy.When one of his fellow classmates, Nancy Korrins, is also revealed to be a super spy, Johnny has his hands full trying to figure out if he can trust her to help him capture the powerful Super Chip, or if he has to fight her as his greatest rival.Johnny Clunker was an awkward and shy boy who kept mostly to himself. But when the school day ended, Johnny Clunker became Johnny B. Fast, a super spy who worked with Department X to thwart the evils of the world.Utilizing super technology so advanced that it seems like magic, Johnny and his friends battle the United Order, a ruthless organization trying to acquire the Super Chip – a computer processor so powerful it can virtually hold the world’s technology hostage.When one of his fellow classmates, Nancy Korrins, is also revealed to be a super spy who was trained by the world’s most deadly and advanced agent, Johnny has his hands full trying to figure out if he can trust her to help him capture the Super Chip, or if he has to fight her as his greatest rival. Views: 641
A Highlander seeking revenge. A passionate Lady seeking true love. When they meet, they will soon realize that their search is over.Lady Gabby MacKenzie has always sought for adventure outside the beautiful but boring castle she was born into. Her free-thinking and daring nature has always caused her family trouble.When she is to marry her childhood friend, she will be forced to choose between her family and her desire for true love. However, the war with the Highlanders will change the plans laid out for her.A horde of barbaric soldiers invades her home. Their plan to rape and kill everyone in Hawkshire is altered when their chief finds a greater prize - her.Callum’s reputation proceeds him – the Devil of the Highlands. He has lost his betrothed by an English hand and so he has vowed to hate and kill every one of them. However, this red-haired English beauty that his father has brought for him to marry will put his resolve to test.What will happen when the two of them realize that the true enemy isn’t who they thought it was…but someone close, lurking in the shadows? Views: 640
Meredith Whitman isn’t in the Caribbean looking for trouble, especially not in the form of the Russian Mafia. But trouble is what she gets — along with a second chance at true love. Views: 639
Books by Clive Cussler, grand master of adventure, have been published in over 40 languages and 100 countries, appearing more than nineteen times on The New York Times bestseller list. Set against a backdrop of the world's mysterious, uncharted, and treacherous oceans, his intrepid protagonists battle megalomaniacal villains intent on world domination. In addition to his flagship Dirk Pitt Adventure series, Cussler has enlisted a coterie of talented co-authors to work with him on the NUMA Files, Oregon Files, Isaac Bell Adventures, and Fargo Adventures.Stuart Leuthner's biography of Cussler follows the author's journey from his early life as manager of a California dive shop to his position as the icon of a publishing empire Forbes described as a "the literary equivalent of a theme park."Based on extensive conversations with Cussler, as well as interviews with more than 100 relatives, employees, business associates, and friends, this biography reveals the fascinating man... Views: 637
