This author embodies the turbulent spirit of the 17th century, his life shaped by battlefields and political upheaval. His extensive military experience translated into a keen insight into human nature under extreme duress. His writing is marked by a stark realism in depicting conflict and moral quandaries, offering readers a unique perspective on an era of profound disruption. His works retain a potent and relevant voice for contemporary readers.
Dolly grapples with her aspirations while being haunted by recurring nightmares that threaten to derail her ambitions. As she navigates her fears, the story delves into her struggles and the impact of her dreams on her reality. The narrative explores themes of resilience and self-discovery, highlighting the tension between hope and fear. Through Dolly's journey, readers are invited to witness her quest for fulfillment amidst the challenges posed by her subconscious.
Shy and anxious schoolboy Toby accidentally becomes king of a pixie kingdom at the bottom of his garden! These chaos-creating magical critters cause havoc for Toby at home and at school with their ridiculously silly powers (despite them only trying to help!), much to Toby's embarrassment and frustration. But when his extrovert friend Mo discovers Toby's secret double life, Toby realises that maybe being king of the pixies isn't so bad after all... Relentlessly hilarious and full of zany slapstick, this new series will be loved by readers of Bunny vs Monkey, Dog Man, Star Cat and Evil Emperor Penguin.
The hilarious new graphic novel series packed with facts – perfect for fans of
A Day in the Life of a Poo, a Gnu and You, Bunny Vs Monkey, Dog Man and
InvestiGators!
This book is the first comprehensive and high-quality full length academic
study on the subject of twelfth century Anglo-Norman and Angevin royal
bastards and explores their lives, relationships and many notable
contributions to safeguarding the reigns of their legitimate relatives.
Space has never EVER been so silly, so join Captain Spaceington and Co at the final frontier of laughter! From the space slugs wreaking havoc at the Space Prettiest Flower competition, to the flativerse where everything is two-dimensional (top tip: you can only enter the flativerse when flattened by a giant mallet), life onboard the SS Star Cat is never dull!
For a clean energy future, few technologies are more important than batteries. Used for powering zero-emission vehicles, storing electricity from solar panels and wind turbines, and revitalizing the electric grid, batteries are essential to scaling up the renewable energy resources that help address global warming. But given the unique environmental impact of batteries?including mining, disposal, and more?does a clean energy transition risk trading one set of problems for another? In Charged, James Morton Turner unpacks the history of batteries to explore why solving ?the battery problem? is critical to a clean energy transition. At a time when climate activists focus on what a clean energy future will create?sustainability, resiliency, and climate justice?considering the history of batteries offers a sharp reminder of what building a clean energy future will consume?lithium, graphite, nickel, and other specialized materials. With new insight on questions of justice and sustainability, Turner draws on the past for crucial lessons that will help us build a clean energy future, from the ground up.
Bordering intimacy explores how borders are used to police who can be 'family'
and how 'family' is used to legitimate, justify and naturalise state borders.
Family and borders were central to the architecture of European colonialism
and imperialism, and they continue to organise the racialisation and
dispossession of people today. -- .
Maggor Thoom, a demon working for the Insanity Acquisition Department, grapples with a profound loss of passion and purpose after eons of success. Set against the backdrop of a living black hole, the story explores themes of existential despair and the dangers of conformity, as Thoom navigates a world where failing to embrace the status quo can lead to dire consequences. The narrative promises a unique blend of dark humor and cosmic horror as Thoom confronts his fate amidst the ominous threat of the ravenous Maw.
