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"He was a magnificent pyre of flesh... but there was no soul in the light of his eyes."Humphrey Van Weyden, a soft, bookish literary critic, is a passenger on a ferry that sinks in the fog of San Francisco Bay. He is rescued by the Ghost, a seal-hunting schooner bound for Japan. But his savior is no hero. Wolf Larsen, the captain of the Ghost, is a man of immense physical strength and terrifying intelligence who views human life as "cheap" and "a ferment." Forced into grueling labor, Humphrey must adapt to Larsens world of violence or perish. The novel becomes a deadly psychological game as the "Sissy" Van Weyden attempts to maintain his humanity while being molded by the "Sea-Wolf."The Superhuman vs. The Scholar: Wolf Larsen is one of literatures most formidable antagonists. A self-taught philosopher who reads Spencer and Nietzsche, he believes only in the reality of the flesh. The arrival of the captive poetess Maud Brewster shifts the stakes, turning the Ghost into a floating laboratory where the three characters clash over the existence of the soul and the meaning of love.A Struggle for Dominance: Londons vivid prose captures the visceral reality of life at seathe gutting of seals, the roar of the storms, and the constant threat of mutiny. As Wolf Larsens body begins to fail him due to mysterious headaches, the power dynamic shifts, leading to a climactic struggle for survival on a deserted island.Face the wolf of the sea. Purchase "The Sea-Wolf" today and test your own strength of will.

"It was the gamethe struggle of the men, the colorful, brutal, and fascinating game."Joe Fleming is a clean-living young man with a bright future and a woman he loves, Genevieve. But Joe has a secret passion: he is a prize-fighter. On the eve of their wedding, Joe agrees to one final boutone last time to play "the game." Genevieve, initially repulsed by the violence, agrees to watch the fight from a secret vantage point, hoping to understand the strange, masculine world that captivates her fiance. What follows is a visceral, blow-by-blow account of a match that serves as a profound meditation on the animalistic nature of man and the tragic interference of fate.The "Red Muscle" Philosophy: London applies his trademark naturalism to the sport of boxing. He describes the physical "machinery" of the fighters with scientific precision, portraying the ring not just as a sport, but as an arena where the "blood-heritage" of prehistoric ancestors resurfaces in the modern world.A Clash of Worlds: The novella highlights the stark contrast between the "woman-world" of the home and the "man-world" of the ring. Through Genevieves eyes, the reader experiences the shocking transition from the gentle Joe she knows to the fierce, efficient athlete he becomes under the lights. It is a story about the irresistible pull of competition and the price one pays to be a champion.Step into the ring. Purchase "The Game" today and experience the raw power of Jack Londons prose.

"Nature has many voices, but the most daunting of all is the White Silence."Step into the brutal, beautiful world of the Yukon at the height of the Gold Rush. In this collection of nine stories, Jack London introduces the legendary Malemute Kid, a man of iron will and rough justice who navigates a land where one false step means death. From the haunting existential dread of "The White Silence" to the high-stakes cultural negotiations of the title story, "The Son of the Wolf," London paints a vivid picture of a world where civilized laws vanish, leaving only the "Law of the North"a code of endurance, loyalty, and primal strength.The Birth of the Northland Saga: This collection serves as the foundation for everything London would later write in The Call of the Wild and White Fang. It explores the psychology of men and women pushed to their absolute limits by sub-zero temperatures, starvation, and the isolation of the wilderness.A Clash of Cultures: London provides a complex, often startling look at the interactions between the "Sons of the Wolf" (the white prospectors) and the Native tribes of the North. These stories grapple with the themes of intermarriage, territory, and the inevitable transformation of a culture faced with a relentless tide of outsiders.The "White Silence": The standout feature of this collection is Londons mastery of atmosphere. He describes the vast, frozen landscape not just as a setting, but as an active, oppressive force that tests the sanity and soul of every person who dares to enter it.Answer the call of the North. Purchase "The Son of the Wolf" today and experience the dawn of a literary legend.

"Why cant a man learn to speak the language of the beasts?"John Dolittle, MD, is a respected physician in the quiet town of Puddleby-on-the-Marshuntil his growing collection of pets frightens away his human patients. Armed with the secret knowledge passed down by his wise parrot, Polynesia, the Doctor learns to speak the languages of the animal kingdom. From the smallest mouse to the largest elephant, Dolittle becomes the worlds first "animal doctor." When a dire message arrives about an epidemic among the monkeys in Africa, the Doctor sets sail on a perilous journey that introduces him to the rarest creatures on Earth, including the two-headed Pushmi-pullyu.A Legacy of Compassion: Hugh Lofting famously began writing these stories in letters to his children from the trenches of World War I. Seeking an alternative to the violence he witnessed, he created a hero whose greatest weapons are empathy, linguistics, and a deep respect for all living things. The Doctors house becomes a sanctuary where the "Animal Family"including Jip the dog, Gub-Gub the pig, and Dab-Dab the ducklive in harmony.The Grand Adventure: The voyage to Africa is a masterclass in early 20th-century adventure. From escaping the King of the Jolliginki to crossing the "Precipice of the Barbary Coast," Lofting blends high-seas drama with the gentle humor of the Doctors eccentric personality. It is a story that celebrates the idea that the "wild" world is not a place to be conquered, but a community to be understood.Discover the magic of communication. Purchase "The Story of Doctor Dolittle" today and start listening to the world around you.

Scotland is a land steeped in romance often these stories end happily but, inevitably, they must sometimes end in tragedy too. The tale of love, faith and heartbreak has been told across the ages, a story that humanity never tires of reading. Such timeless magic weaves through the folk tales of this ancient land, now scattered across the pages of this book.Within this collection we learn of love in its many and varied forms; love between two people, between parents and children and between friends and communities. From selkies and fairies to witches, ghosts and even the Devil, these ancient Celtic myths are entwined with Scottish folk tales to bring to life experiences of doomed love, cursed love and love foretold by dreams. These tales have been carefully chosen and retold by Orkney storyteller Tom Muir and lovingly given form through the artwork of Hester Aspland.

Theres something perverted about a Christmas tree I think theyre weird theyve got an aura like a malicious kind of an aura it looks perverted and it gives me the creeps. In an abandoned building somewhere above the Northern Line, with foxes prowling the deserted streets outside, a Jewish family gathers on Christmas Day. Sam Grabiners viciously funny play about family, belonging and the rituals we perform with the people we love opened at the Almeida Theatre, London, in December 2025.

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Desire burns brightest where control is tested.In Velvet Chains Part II: A Tale of Fire and Restraint, Cassian Ward deepens the tension between power and surrender, drawing the reader further into a world where dominance is never simpleand restraint is the most dangerous temptation of all.What began as a carefully negotiated dynamic is pushed to its limits as control slips, emotions surface, and desire threatens to ignite into something far less manageable. The rules are no longer theoretical. Each command carries consequence. Each act of restraint sharpens the hunger beneath it.Cassian Ward crafts a slow-burn erotic narrative where authority is earned, submission is conscious, and intimacy is forged through tension rather than release. Velvet Chains Part II is darker, more intense, and more emotionally charged than its predecessorexploring what happens when power is no longer perfectly balanced.This is erotic fiction for readers who crave atmosphere, psychological depth, and the exquisite ache of delayed surrender.For fans of dark romance, BDSM erotica, power-exchange dynamics, and emotionally intense erotic fiction.Adults only (18+).

Com amor, Atena é um romance sobre recomeços, escolhas e a coragem de ouvir o próprio coração, tudo isso com o charme da Grécia como pano de fundo.Na Mitologia Grega, Atena é o símbolo da sabedoria.

The Heavenly Palace is in uproar! Biao the tiger has gone missing and theres no Year of the Tiger without her. Ming and Miaow are sent to find her but bringing her back might just be their most difficult mission yet.Focused and stubborn, Biao hasnt got time for silly things like the lunar new year. The forest she calls home is dying and shes determined to save it. But she cant do it alone and her hot temper keeps getting in the way of finding friends. With time running out, can the Guardians help Biao save her home and the Year of the Tiger before its too late?Exciting, funny and jam-packed with action, GUARDIANS OF THE NEW MOON is perfect for fans of YOMI AND THE FURY OF NINKI NANKA, TIGER WARRIOR, Laura Ellen Anderson and SPELLCASTERS.

Um romance sobre solidão, destino e o poder redentor do amor - mesmo aquele que chega tarde demais. Uma estreia fulgurante no mundo editorial português.Em sua casa, um homem assiste a um espetáculo s

London, Summer 1951: Clem Fatale, the youngest crook in the city, and her best friend Gilbert are going to see their favourite musical double-act, the Wade Sisters, perform at the London Palladium! But then one half of the duo Betty Wade disappears.Her sister Judy hires Clem and Gilbert to find Betty.The pair are soon pulled into the dark side of the theatre scene, and into the orbit of a notorious criminal mastermind.Its a race against time and the gangsters of London to get Betty back to the theatre. Will Clem be able to stage the rescue of a lifetime?A rollicking middle grade series full of madcap escapades, fast-talking dames and unlikely heroes, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, ENOLA HOLMES, ADVENTURES ON TRAINS and Katherine Woodfine.

There are places where the night does more than fallit listens.Songs Written in Moonlight III: The Meadow that Listened to the Stars is a quiet, lyrical fantasy story about return, recognition, and the gentle memories the earth keeps for those who walk it slowly. Set in a moonlit meadow where fallen stars rest softly in the grass and lantern light waits without demand, this book invites readers into a world shaped by stillness and subtle wonder.Written in poetic, atmospheric prose, the story unfolds like a lullaby carried on night air. It follows a traveler drawn into a listening landscapewhere oaks whisper, shadows shimmer with silver, and the sky itself leans close to hear a heartbeat. This is not a story of conflict, but of belonging; not of endings, but of quiet arrival.Perfect for evening reading, moments of calm, or winding down before sleep, this book is designed to soothe and ground. Readers who love dreamlike fantasy, gentle magical realism, and stories that feel like a pause rather than a rush will find comfort in its pages.Songs Written in Moonlight continues as a series of modern bedtime stories for adultssoft, reflective, and written for nights that ask nothing but attention.

In a hidden orchard where silence is alive and memory breathes through the roots of ancient trees, a forgotten song waits to be reclaimed.Lyriel, a quiet wanderer burdened by words she never spoke, follows a whisper into a place where silence is not absencebut presence. The orchard listens. It remembers. And when shadows return to steal what was once taken, Lyriel must decide whether she is only a visitor or the one the orchard has been waiting for all along.The Orchard Where Silence Learned to Sing is a lyrical, gothic fairytale about memory, loss, and the healing power of listening. Blending poetic fantasy with quiet emotional depth, this seventh volume in the Tales from the Silent Garden series invites readers into a world where silence has a voice, shadows fear remembrance, and belonging is found not by speakingbut by hearing what was never said.A meditative, dreamlike story for readers who love atmospheric fantasy, gentle darkness, and stories that linger like a soft echo long after the final page.

Os segredos sobre dinheiro que os ricos ensinam aos seus filhos - e que os pobres e a classe média desconhecemO livro de finanças pessoais mais vendido de sempre!Edição revista e atualizada - inclui

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An intimate and compelling memoir of how a traumatic journey into motherhood led one woman to revisit the myriad mental-health assessments she had received growing up, until she discovered that shed been autistic all along. Laura Richmond had no idea that childbirth could result in post-traumatic stress until she experienced it for herself. After a harrowing labour, she was admitted to a psychiatric mother and baby unit together with her six-week-old son. Having been funnelled into mental health services almost twenty years earlier, Laura had tried every medication going and everyone had different views on what her problem was. Shed found that sometimes no one however qualified they are or however deeply they care really knows what to say or how to help. She was increasingly desperate, until the birth of her son sparked a sequence of events that would change everything.Laura retraces her steps through all of this. In doing so, she reflects on the tensions and absurdities within modern mental health care, the ways in which trauma shapes us and directs us, and how we can learn to trust ourselves as parents and as people. All My Worldly Joy is a story of self-discovery and profound love. It is a story of how one womans life has been transformed, and of the thousand tiny joys her son brings every day.

O segundo livro da série Sombras Imortais, perigosamente romântico e sombrio, onde Kidan e Susenyos enfrentam os seus maiores medos.Como todas as coisas destrutivas, ele veio do abismo. Kidan abraç

A personal view of the worlds happiest country from an accidental expat in FinlandTim Bird arrived in Finland by accident in the early Eighties. More than forty years on, he is still there. He has watched the transformation of his adopted homeland from semi-detached member of the Soviet bloc to modern European nation that tops the rankings, year after year, as the happiest country in the world.Does it deserve that status? Do the Finns, known for their hard drinking, their sisu (grit) and their passion for heavy metal, recognise that description of themselves? Telling the story of his own path to Finnish citizenship while also delving into the writings of a 19th-century British traveller, Bird interrogates the claim made on Finlands behalf.In this clear-sighted but never cynical sideways look at the land of the sauna, the Northern Lights and the Moomins, Bird spotlights the Nordic nations distinctive culture, landscape and language. As he helps us understand the Finnish notion of contentment, are there life-lessons for the rest of us?

Um guia essencial que oferece esperança e conselhosa quem vive com PHDA e a todos os que se sentem dispersos.Com base em décadas de experiência clínica e investigação, Gabor Maté, um dos mais respeit