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Kazan by James Oliver Curwood is an exhilarating adventure novel set in the rugged Canadian wilderness. This timeless classic follows the life of Kazan, a remarkable wolf-dog torn between fierce wild instincts and loyal domestic ties. The story explores themes of nature versus nurture, survival, and the enduring bond between humans and animals. Bursting with suspense and vivid descriptions of untamed landscapes, Kazan captivates readers seeking thrilling outdoor adventure and heartfelt animal drama, making it a must-read for lovers of classic wilderness tales. Experience an unforgettable ...

Luna has a popular online channel that allows her to connect with authors and fans of boundary-pushing horror books. She enjoys receiving advance copies of upcoming releases and reviewing them for her audience. She’s got the formula for posting engaging content down to a science. Soon, Luna will discover that horror fiction, no matter how severe or full of carnage, can’t hold a candle to the horrors of reality. When an unsolicited manuscript from an aspiring writer is offered to her, it sounds appealing. But there’s more to the offer than she assumed. Much more.

As a result of childhood learning disabilities and educational neglect, Oliver James graduated from high school and became one of approximately 45 million functionally illiterate Americans. However, at age 32, with big dreams and few tools to actualize them, he dedicated himself to learning the...

The Country Beyond is a romantic adventure in the Canadian wilderness. Outlaw “Jolly” Roger McKay and his loyal dog Peter are on the run, but when he falls for the beautiful Nada, his life becomes even more complicated. A thrilling blend of action, love, and survival.

The Flaming Forest is a tale of mystery, romance, and duty as lawman David Carrigan finds himself held captive by the enigmatic Jean-Marie, a woman he may be falling in love with. Set against the stunning backdrop of Canada’s northern wilderness, this novel blends action, intrigue, and deep emotions.

The Golden Snare is an action-packed wilderness thriller featuring a Royal Northwest Mounted Policeman tracking a savage fugitive. When he discovers a golden snare woven from a woman’s hair, he becomes entangled in a haunting mystery that leads him deep into the Canadian wilderness.

God’s Country—And the Woman is a thrilling tale of survival, romance, and danger set in the harsh Canadian wilderness. When a woman flees into the wild to escape a vengeful enemy, a rugged frontiersman must protect her from both nature’s fury and human threats.

The Gold Hunters follows three men on a desperate quest for a legendary treasure hidden deep in the Canadian wilderness. As they follow cryptic clues and face natural and human dangers, they must rely on their wits and courage to claim the fortune.

Hunted Woman is a gripping wilderness survival tale about a woman on the run through the untamed Canadian frontier. As she fights to escape her pursuers, she must rely on her instincts and the help of an unlikely ally to survive the harsh wilderness.

Nomads of the North is a heartwarming survival story about an unlikely friendship between Neewa, a bear cub, and Miki, a lost dog. As they brave the Canadian wilderness together, facing hunters, trappers, and the elements, their bond is tested in this emotional and thrilling tale.

Kazan is a heartwarming and action-packed wilderness adventure about a half-wolf, half-dog torn between his wild instincts and his loyalty to humans. As he braves the harsh Canadian frontier, Kazan’s struggle for survival is both thrilling and deeply moving.

Isobel by James Oliver Curwood is a romantic adventure set in the Canadian wilderness. It follows Isobel and her lover, Philip, as they navigate danger, betrayal, and the harsh northern landscape. Facing enemies and the elements, their love and resilience are tested. The novel blends romance, survival, and Curwood’s signature appreciation for nature. Summary by Lina

The Irish are arguably the most literate people in the world. The number of famous Irish authors, from Joyce to Trevor and from Goldsmith to O'Brien, is a clear testimony to that. In this rich selection, we have concentrated on some of the early Irish writers who were particularly adept at the difficult art of writing good short stories.

Román amerického spisovatele Jamese Olivera Curwooda o Barím, potomku slavného zvířecího hrdiny Kazana a jeho družky Šedky, nás opět zavede do nádherné americké divočiny. Jeho otcem je Kazan, ze čtvrtiny vlk, ze tří čtvrtin severský vlčák. Jeho matkou je Šedka, vlčice, se kterou se dal Kazan dohromady, když utekl od lidí a připojil se k vlčí smečce. Napůl vlk, napůl pes, Barí se už jako štěně zatoulá v divočině. Popere se se sovou, zachrání bobra. Loví si jídlo a hledá cestu domů. Jednoho dne potká lidi.

Between Conniston, of His Majesty's Royal Northwest Mounted Police, and Keith, the outlaw, there was a striking physical and facial resemblance. Both had observed it, of course. It gave them a sort of confidence in each other. Between them it hovered in a subtle and unanalyzed presence that was constantly suggesting to Conniston a line of action that would have made him a traitor to his oath of duty. For nearly a month he had crushed down the whispered temptings of this thing between them.

This is the sequel to the Wolf Hunters as Rod, Wabi and Mukoki return for more adventures. In their possession is the secret of a great fortune. Romance, adventure and discovery awaits them as they start on that most thrilling of all trails, the trail of gold. The big silent North, mysterious in its age-old desolation, was just ahead of them. They were about to bury themselves in its secrets, to wrest from it the yellow treasure it guarded. They tingled excitedly at thoughts of encounters in that unknown world inhabited only by the things in the wild.

Part wolf, part Husky, he was born to the wilderness and carried his burden among men stoically. He had known starvation, bitter cold, overwork and suffering at the cruel hand of man. He was a giant among his kind and as fearless as the men who drove him mercilessly through the perils of a frozen world. And now, through the uncertain hand of fate, he is free...he is called Kazan, the Wild Dog. But his journey has just begun and survival against the unforgiving wilderness with his blind mate, Grey Wolf, is a personal challenge. He had never known fear...until now!

Modern gods and goddesses, remote, revered - and like the pantheon of heroes and heroines of ancient myth - possessing great power tempered with flaws. Now, find within this anthology great tales by gifted and award-winning authors who move superheroes from the four-color panels of comic books to the fantastic pages of fiction, stories that will remind anyone who ever wanted to wear a cape or don a cowl of the extraordinary powers of the imagination!

Vivienne Michel ist in Schwierigkeiten. Auf der Flucht vor ihrer verstrickten Vergangenheit in die amerikanische Provinz, landet sie im Dreamy Pines Autohof. Weit entfernt von der privilegierten Umgebung, in der sie aufgewachsen ist, ist das Motel auch die Haltestation zweier abgebrühter Killer – des perversen Sol Horror und des tödlichen Sluggsy Morant. Als ein cool-charismatischer Engländer auftaucht, schöpft Viv, die in tödlicher Gefahr schwebt, nicht nur Hoffnung, sondern spürt eine fesselnde Faszination.

Auric Goldfinger: grausam, schlau, frustrierend vorsichtig. Er betrügt beim Canasta und ist ein Gauner im großen Stil, der auch im alltäglichen Leben ständig krumme Dinger dreht. Er ist die Art von Mann, die James Bond hasst. Daher ist es ein Glück für Bond, dass er im Auftrag der Bank von England und des MI5 herausfinden soll, was der reichste Mann des Landes mit seinem unrechtmäßig erworbenen Vermögen vorhat – und in welcher Verbindung er zu SMERSCH steht, dem gefürchteten sowjetischen Korps, das Jagd auf Spione macht.