Destiny’s Kaleidoscope

Destiny’s Kaleidoscope
Author: Vikas Parihar
Publisher: Notion Press
Total Pages: 221
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“Destiny’s Kaleidoscope” transports readers to a magical world where destiny weaves a tapestry of colours and wonder. The story follows our brave protagonist as they embark on a transformative quest, encountering mythical creatures, enchanted landscapes, and enigmatic villains along the way. As destinies intertwine and unforeseen challenges shape their path, readers will be swept away by a mesmerizing adventure that will leave a lasting impression. What sets “Destiny’s Kaleidoscope” apart is its enchanting prose, vivid world-building, and profound themes of self-discovery and friendship. I have meticulously crafted this novel with the aim of providing readers with an escape into a realm beyond imagination, while also instilling in them a sense of courage and empowerment.

Short Fiction

Short Fiction
Author: H. Beam Piper
Publisher: Standard Ebooks
Total Pages: 1221
Release: 2024-03-20T21:24:25Z
Genre: Fiction
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H. Beam Piper was a well-regarded and popular American science fiction author active in the 1940s, 1950s and early 1960s, who published many science fiction short stories, novelettes, novellas and novels. One major strand in his writing is envisioning a future history based on human civilization expanding throughout the galaxy, with a rather paternalistic approach to sentient alien species. Another important theme was Piper’s concept of “Paratime”: the idea that there are many parallel timelines branching off from each other, and that it’s possible—with the right technology—to move, and even carry out commerce, between these different timelines. Many of these stories are also frequently feature a rather tongue-in-cheek humor. This collection covers a wide range of his shorter fiction, almost all of which was published in various American science fiction magazines. One additional story included in this collection, “Rebel Raider,” however, is not science fiction or fantasy but a lightly-fictionalized account of events in the U.S. Civil War. A few of the stories were written in collaboration with John J. McGuire. This book is part of the Standard Ebooks project, which produces free public domain ebooks.

What Happens Next?

What Happens Next?
Author: Gail de Vos
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 262
Release: 2012-06-26
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
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This fascinating book uncovers the history behind urban legends and explains how the contemporary iterations of familiar fictional tales provide a window into the modern concerns—and digital advancements—of our society. What do ghost hunting, legend tripping, and legendary monsters have in common with email hoaxes, chain letters, and horror movies? In this follow-up to Libraries Unlimited's Tales, Rumors, and Gossip: Exploring Contemporary Folk Literature in Grades 7–12, author Gail de Vos revisits popular urban legends, and examines the impact of media—online, social, and broadcast—on their current iterations. What Happens Next? Contemporary Urban Legends and Popular Culture traces the evolution of contemporary legends from the tradition of oral storytelling to the sharing of stories on the Internet and TV. The author examines if the popularity of contemporary legends in the media has changed the form, role, and integrity of familiar legends. In addition to revisiting some of the legends highlighted in her first book, de Vos shares new tales in circulation which she sees as a direct result of technological advancements.

Christology at the Crossroads

Christology at the Crossroads
Author: Jon Sobrino
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 461
Release: 2002-11-20
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1592440959

What Gutierrez has done for overall theological understanding, what Segundo has done for theological method, and what Miranda has done for biblical studies, Jon Sobrino has now done for Christology; He has provided a substantial and enduring theological contribution from a Third World perspective. This book will have long life, since it not only argues for the necessity of a Christology 'from the underside of history, ' but offers an extensive example of how such a Christology should be constructed, showing the basic connection between the radical historicity of Jesus and the suffering and pain of oppressed people. The thoroughness of the author's survey of other positions, the fullness of his documentation, and the pervasive power of his own affirmations make clear that 'Christology at the Crossroads' will not leave us stranded at the crossroads but will start us down exciting and demanding new paths. Robert McAfee Brown Professor of Ecumenics and World Christianity, Union Theological Seminary The publication of 'Christology at the Crossroads' in English is most opportune. It is not only the Christology presented in this book, but the Christology of the church at large (indeed of the churches) that stands at the crossroads at present. Those of us who have been working in this field know that in order to break through some deadlocked situations we need a Christology more soberly rooted in soteriology, more honestly founded upon the historical Jesus, and more realistically turned towards a future yet to be realized. Yet in the affluent and basically contented northern nations of the western world, this kind of Christology has not so far been written. To find it one must turn to the Third World theologians for the present, and among these Jon Sobrino's book is a landmark. Monika K. Hellwig Associate Professor of Theology, Georgetown Universit

Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells

Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells
Author: Judika Illes
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 1528
Release: 2011-02-15
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0062047264

In The Encyclopedia Of 5,000 Spells: The Ultimate Reference Book for the Magical Arts, independent scholar, educator and author of several books of folklore, folkways, and mythology Judika Iles enables the reader to enter the world of folklore, myth and magic with binding spells and banishing spells, spells for love, luck, wealth, and power, as well as spells for spiritual protection, physical healing, and enhanced fertility drawn from Earth's every corner and spanning 5,000 years of magical history.

The Watkins Dictionary of Symbols

The Watkins Dictionary of Symbols
Author: Jack Tresidder
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1780283571

Traditional symbols form a visual shorthand for ideas, yet their functions and meaning extend far beyond that—for thousands of years they have enabled artists and craftsmen to embody and reinforce beliefs about human life in immediate and powerful images. This accessible and comprehensive guide features more than 2,000 major themes from Absinthe to the Zodiac: figures and symbols found in myth, literature and art, as well as those that have entered into the mainstream of everyday life. Covering classical and other mythologies, Biblical themes and traditional symbols from cultures across the world, this wonderful dictionary has thorough yet concise entries on individual animals, plants, objects, supernatural creatures, mythical episodes, miracles, and many other topics.

The Ceres Protocol: A Sci-Fi Novella

The Ceres Protocol: A Sci-Fi Novella
Author: Rick Anthony
Publisher: Rick Anthony
Total Pages: 64
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Genre: Fiction
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In the vast expanse of space, countless worlds and civilizations have risen and fallen, each leaving their mark on the fabric of the cosmos. Yet, amidst the endless cycles of birth, growth, and decay, there are moments when fate conspires to bring together individuals and forces that have the power to change the course of history – and even the destiny of the universe itself. "The Ceres Protocol" tells the story of one such moment, when a small group of scientists from Earth, united by their curiosity and passion for knowledge, make a discovery that will forever alter the course of their lives and the future of all sentient beings. As they delve into the secrets of an advanced alien civilization hidden beneath the icy surface of Ceres, the crew of the Celestial Odyssey, the Ceres Initiative, and the New Dawn movement find themselves thrust into a complex web of political intrigue, ethical dilemmas, and cosmic mysteries. As they learn from their extraterrestrial hosts and embark on an incredible journey through the cosmos, the members of the Ceres Initiative, the New Dawn movement, and their allies uncover the secrets of an ancient and enigmatic power known as the Nexus of Enlightenment – a power that has the potential to unlock untold possibilities and shape the destiny of the universe. From the depths of the Earth to the farthest reaches of the cosmos, "The Ceres Protocol" takes readers on an unforgettable voyage of discovery, adventure, and transformation. Along the way, it explores the themes of wisdom, compassion, and collaboration, delving into the ethical and philosophical questions that lie at the heart of our understanding of the universe and our place within it. Join the crew of the Celestial Odyssey, the Ceres Initiative, the New Dawn movement, and their allies as they navigate the intricate web of intrigue, danger, and wonder that awaits them in the celestial symphony that is "The Ceres Protocol." In the pages of this epic tale, you will find a universe of endless possibilities, where the power of the human spirit – and the boundless potential of the cosmos itself – are waiting to be discovered.

Rainbow Over Crossroads

Rainbow Over Crossroads
Author: Jay Joslin
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1411619668

Poet, wordsmith and storyteller Jay Joslin continues his journey of awe, passion and absurdity in this, his second collection. With a troubadour's spirit and a daring verve, he makes metaphorical play with the quintessential signs and portents which remind us that we are indeed on a planet, and are very fortunate to exist at all, astronomically speaking.