LIVESTOCK ON THE FARM
- 266 pages
- 10 hours of reading
William Dietrich crafts thrilling adventure novels that intricately weave historical settings with compelling narratives. His prose immerses readers in worlds of discovery and action, often exploring profound questions about human nature and our relationship with the environment. Dietrich's distinctive voice emerges from his ability to create vibrant characters and scenarios that appeal to the adventurous spirit. His extensive travels lend an authentic and colorful backdrop to his stories, making them a rich and engaging read.







Set in 1802, the story follows Ethan Gage, an American explorer and adventurer, as he embarks on a thrilling quest against North African Muslim outlaws. The stakes are high as he races to secure the Mirror of Archimedes, a legendary superweapon with the potential to alter the balance of power in the Mediterranean. Gage's journey is filled with danger and excitement, showcasing his bravery and resourcefulness in a world fraught with peril.
Focusing on the Columbia River, this work interweaves history, sociology, and travelogue to examine the profound relationship between the river and the people who inhabit its banks. It highlights how human actions have transformed the river while also revealing the ways in which the river has influenced the lives and cultures of those living nearby. The book includes three maps and an index, providing a comprehensive understanding of this vital waterway and its significance in contemporary society.
Set in 1806, the story follows Ethan Gage as he navigates a high-stakes quest for a legendary Trojan relic believed to grant invincibility to empires. The thrilling journey takes him from the snowy palaces of St. Petersburg to the enigmatic harem of Constantinople, where various characters engage in intricate conspiracies and fierce rivalries. With rich historical detail, this installment promises to be the most captivating yet in the bestselling series.
Adventurer Ethan Gage travels through the darkest and most superstitious realms of eighteenth century Europe, to the castles and caves of Bohemia to rescue his family and uncover a mysterious medieval device rumored to foretell the future. Having quick-wittedly survived the battle of Trafalgar, Ethan is rushing to rescue Egyptian priestess Astiza and son Harry from imprisonment by a ruthless mystic who seeks revenge for disfigurement, and an evil dwarf alchemist who experiments with the occult on Prague's Golden Lane. Using death as his ruse, and a pair of unlikely allies-a Jewish Napoleonic soldier and his sutler father-Ethan must decipher clues from Durendal, the sword of Roland. Astiza uses her own research to concoct an explosive escape and find a lost tomb, their tormentors in relentless pursuit. William Dietrich skillfully weaves intrigue and magic, romance and danger in a historical thriller that sprints from the fury of Napoleonic war to the mystic puzzles of Central Europe. What enigmas will the fabled Brazen Head finally reveal?
In a gripping time-travel thriller, sixteen-year-old Nick Brynner finds himself in prehistoric Africa, facing a monumental decision: save our genetic ancestors or reset human history. Alongside ally Eleanor Terrell, he navigates a dangerous landscape filled with wild animals and a deserted village patrolled by a gargoyle-like creature. Their adventure escalates as they confront a stern "angel-alien" and a series of survival challenges. As they engage with a primitive tribe, Nick's ultimate choice raises profound questions about humanity's future, blending excitement with deep philosophical themes.
Set in 1803, the story follows Ethan Gage, a daring and irreverent hero, as he embarks on a thrilling quest in the Caribbean to find the legendary treasure of Montezuma. Accompanied by his wife, Astiza, Gage faces perilous foes, including British agents intent on using the gold to fund a slave revolt in Saint-Domingue, and French adversaries seeking its secrets for a strategic invasion. The narrative weaves adventure, historical intrigue, and a race against time as various factions vie for the treasure's power.
The year is 1799. As Bonaparte's army descends upon Israel, intent upon conquest, American adventurer Ethan Gage finds himself embroiled in an ancient mystery in the Holy Land, searching for a legendary Egyptian scroll imbued with awesome powers. The raffish and resourceful Gage must keep the mysterious document from his enemy, Napoleon—or, failing that, wrest it from him, even if it means pursuing his vengeful adversary back to France. And the wisdom of his great mentor, Benjamin Franklin, will offer Gage no solace should Bonaparte succeed in unlocking the terrible secrets of the Book of Thoth, and seizing ultimate power.
With President Thomas Jefferson's blessing, Ethan Gage embarks upon an expedition into America's wild frontier impelled by a legendary prize: the mythical hammer of the Norse god Thor, allegedly carried to America more than a century before Columbus. Gage's skills are tested as never before en route to the most incredible discovery of all time.