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David French

    This author delves into profound political and societal issues, with his work often drawing from extensive experience in constitutional law and international relations. Through his writing, he examines the complex dynamics of power, justice, and conflict. His style is known for its analytical rigor and sharp insights into contemporary challenges. His works appeal to readers seeking a deeper understanding of the forces shaping our world.

    The Tower of Fools
    Health Psychology
    Baptism of fire
    The lady of the lake
    The Tower of the Swallow
    Sword of destiny
    • 2025
    • 2021

      The Tower of Fools

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      4.2(8686)Add rating

      A BRAND NEW TRILOGY from the author of the legendary WITCHER series, set during the vibrantly depicted Hussite wars. Reinmar of Bielau, called Reynevan, flees after being caught in an affair with a knight's wife. With strange, mystical forces gathering in the shadows and pursued not only by the Stercza brothers bent on vengeance, but also by the Holy Inquisition, Reynevan finds himself in the Narrenturm, the Tower of Fools, a medieval asylum for the mad, or for those who dare to think differently and challenge the prevailing order. The 'patients' of this institution form an incomparable gallery of colourful types: including, among others, the young Copernicus, proclaiming the truth of the heliocentric solar system.This is the first in an epic new trilogy by Andrzej Sapkowski, author of the bestselling Witcher series that has become an international phenomenon and inspired a bestselling videogame and Netflix show.

      The Tower of Fools
    • 2020

      Divided We Fall

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      4.1(1098)Add rating

      Two decades into the 21st Century, the U.S. faces unprecedented division, more diverse in beliefs and culture than ever. Red and blue states, secular and religious groups, and liberal and conservative factions all feel their cultures and liberties are under threat from escalating violence. This polarized tribalism, driven by extreme voices on both sides, dismisses dialogue as weakness and risks leading to secession. Through a blend of cutting-edge research and fair analysis, the book presents a stark examination of the growing ideological divide and its potential consequences. It outlines chilling scenarios where the U.S. could fracture into regions, weakening the nation and destabilizing the world. However, the future is not predetermined. By embracing James Madison's vision of pluralism, where everyone can form communities reflecting their values, we can prevent oppressive factions from gaining absolute power and protect diverse beliefs across all states. Rebuilding national unity demands courage and a commitment to kindness, decency, and grace towards ideological opponents. The call is for true tolerance to heal the American divide, emphasizing that to remain united, we must learn to stand together once more.

      Divided We Fall
    • 2020

      Geralt, a witcher, has magical powers that help him protect his homeland. He must also protect young Ciri, a child of prophecy who has the power to change the world for good or evil.

      Time of Contempt
    • 2018

      "Geralt of Rivia is a Witcher, one of the few capable of hunting the monsters that prey on humanity. A mutant who is tasked with killing unnatural beings. He uses magical signs, potions, and the pride of every Witcher--two swords, steel and silver. But a contract has gone wrong, and Geralt finds himself without his signature weapons. Now he needs them back, because sorcerers are scheming, and across the world clouds are gathering"--Amazon.com

      Season of storms
    • 2017

      After walking through a portal in the Tower of the Swallow, thus narrowly escaping death, the Witcher girl, Ciri, finds herself in a completely different world... a world of the Elves. She is trapped with no way out. Time does not seem to exist and there are no obvious borders or portals to cross back into her home world. But this is Ciri, the child of prophecy, and she will not be defeated. She knows she must escape to finally rejoin the Witcher, Geralt, and his companions - and also to try to conquer her worst nightmare. Leo Bonhart, the man who chased, wounded and tortured Ciri, is still on her trail. And the world is still at war.

      The lady of the lake
    • 2016

      Sword of destiny

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      4.4(27529)Add rating

      Collects short stories following the adventures of magical hero Geralt.

      Sword of destiny
    • 2016

      The world has fallen into war. Ciri, the child of prophecy, has vanished. Hunted by friends and foes alike, she has taken on the guise of a petty bandit and lives free for the first time in her life. But the net around her is closing. Geralt, the Witcher, has assembled a group of allies determined to rescue her. Both sides of the war have sent brutal mercenaries to hunt her down. Her crimes have made her famous. There is only one place left to run. The tower of the swallow is waiting...

      The Tower of the Swallow
    • 2015

      Geralt the Witcher is on a mission: to save his ward, Ciri, and with her the world ... The next story in the bestselling series that inspired the world-famous WITCHER games! The Wizards Guild has been shattered by a coup and, in the uproar, Geralt was seriously injured. The Witcher is supposed to be a guardian of the innocent, a protector of those in need, a defender against powerful and dangerous monsters that prey on men in dark times. But now that dark times have fallen upon the world, Geralt is helpless until he has recovered from his injuries. While war rages across all of the lands, the future of magic is under threat and those sorcerers who survive are determined to protect it. It's an impossible situation in which to find one girl - Ciri, the heiress to the throne of Cintra, has vanished - until a rumour places her in the Niflgaard court, preparing to marry the Emperor. Injured or not, Geralt has a rescue mission on his hands.

      Baptism of fire