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The War of the Worlds is a science fiction novel by English author H. G. Wells. It was written between 1895 and 1897. The invasion of an alien race that is in a great scientific and logical advance comparing to people of Earth is described in the novel. The aliens are inhumanly cruel. It seems the destruction of the whole Earth civilisation is inevitable. Dark and horrible pictures of destroyed London and other cities of Great Britain are depicted so realistically that it frightens the imagination. Is the mankind doomed?

For years, teenagers have gathered for parties along the banks of the deep swirling pool of water called, The Blue Hole. The parties would rage on all night long. But in one night, everything changed. Seven years ago, Jill Turner’s twin sister, Samantha, disappeared after a party at the Blue Hole. Her jacket was discovered at a bus stop in the next town over which suggested she had run away, but her family wasn’t convinced. After a mysterious letter is slipped under the front door of her home, Jill is prompted to search for answers.

At the end of Eric Cline's bestselling history 1177 B.C., many of the Late Bronze Age civilizations of the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean lay in ruins, undone by invasion, revolt, natural disasters, famine, and the demise of international trade. An interconnected world that had boasted major empires and societies, relative peace, robust commerce, and monumental architecture was lost and the so-called First Dark Age had begun. Now, in After 1177 B.C., Cline tells the compelling story of what happened next, over four centuries, across the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean world.

In The Dunwich Horror, H.P. Lovecraft weaves a tale of cosmic terror and ancient forces unleashed. The story is set in the remote, decaying town of Dunwich, where strange occurrences and dark rumors abound. When the Whateley family begins delving into forbidden knowledge, they unleash a horrifying entity beyond human comprehension. As the terror escalates, the townsfolk are forced to confront an ancient evil that threatens to consume everything.

Designers n' Distress is a D&D group that consists of nine Industrial and Innovative Design students. Kick back and relax as we travel the world of Gelia causing shenanigans left and right.On the continent Acheron, twelve cities have stood tall amongst the landscape. Ruled by twelve demigods, set on subjugating their citizens under their iron fist. A millennia after a mass genocide of the unruly, one of these demigods decides the time has come for their sins to be judged. After all, "by their blood the deaths of thousands were signed. Now by our blood the death of twelve is signed". Join the ...

Three volumes in a single offering! Fighting with your heart on the line may be hard, but it's sure as hell worth it. Emma and Kaitlynn are about to start the next—and final—series of Trials, and the only thing that seems certain is that it’s going to be a bumpy friggin’ ride. Past those, there's still the mysterious Final Hub to tackle, undoubtedly featuring a certain flying Lightning Witch with a grudge.

Dive into the darkest depths of the video vault with Reel Obscure, the podcast dedicated to forgotten films, cult classics, and underrated gems. Each week, we take a deep dive into a different movie, discussing its background, cast and crew, behind-the-scenes trivia, and cultural impact, plus you’ll get a spoiler-free plot summary followed by a spoiler zone for die-hard fans who want the full story. Whether you’re a longtime cult film lover or just looking for movies outside the mainstream, Reel Obscure will help you discover your next favorite hidden treasure. https://...

Gesammelte Werke (Band 2) ist eine Sammlung von Horrorerzählungen von H. P. Lovecraft. Der amerikanische Schriftsteller gilt als der bedeutendste Autor phantastischer Horrorliteratur des 20. Jahrhunderts und hat mit dem von ihm erfundenen Cthulhu-Mythos zahlreiche Nachfolger und Nachahmer beeinflusst. H. P. Lovecraft stimulierte seine Fantasie zu verstörenden Geschichten der alptraumhaftesten Sorte - der Großmeisters des Horrors.

It's the end of the 19th century in San Francisco's Chinatown, and ghost hunters from the Maoshan traditions of Daoism keep malevolent spiritual forces at bay. Li-lin, the daughter of a renowned Daoshi exorcist, is a young widow burdened with yin eyes - the unique ability to see the spirit world. Her spiritual visions and the death of her husband bring shame to Li-lin and her father - and shame is not something this immigrant family can afford.

When the narrator accompanies a withered old Yankee back to his house, he is intrigued by the many old curiosities he finds around it - including precolonial furniture. One of these curiosities, an engraving, brings the old man on a terrifying reminisce about eating things that he was not allowed to have, and the narrator realizes that he could next on the plate. As blood drips from the ceiling onto the book, the narrator narrowly escapes when a bolt of lightning strikes the house, finally ending his streak of immortality.

Rencontrant des difficultés financières, un jeune étudiant d'université se voit contraint de se loger au seul endroit où ses maigres moyens le lui permettent. Dans une partie étrange de la ville où il n'avait encore jamais été auparavant, il trouve un appartement dans un immeuble presque vide. L'un des rares locataires du lieu est Erich Zann, un vieil homme d'origine allemande, qui est muet et joue de la viole dans un orchestre local. Il vit à l'étage supérieur, et lorsqu'il est seul, la nuit, il joue d'étranges mélodies jamais entendues auparavant.

When Harley’s new boyfriend invites her to a weekend at his family's country house, she accepts, game for an adventure. But the estate has a sinister history. Harley knows about the murder suicide that happened in the kitchen; the other stories might just be rumors.

Polaris var det eneste værk H.P. Lovecraft skrev dette år (1918) og novellen blev udgivet første gang i 1920 i december-nummeret af The Philosopher.

Someone once told me I give daddy issues a bad name. I laughed at the time, but since I found myself living with my dad's best friend, Stuart Wiseman, it doesn't feel all that funny anymore. Living with him is a nightmare. He's super pedantic about everything. He takes one look at me and decides I need help with adulting, and he seems absolutely positive he's the man for the job. He's hellbent on improving me, scolding me about this and correcting me on that.

A powerful and engrossing tale of extremes and extremists, D. H. Lawrence's Women in Love follows the passionate relationships of two sisters, Gudrun and Ursula Brangwen, with their respective lovers, the ominous Gerald Crich and the charismatic but fragile Rupert Birkin.

"The Nameless City." Howard Phillips Lovecraft (1890-1937) is a novelist famous for his horror stories, fantasy and science fiction. Although he was not famous during his lifetime, his work is now considered a classic of literature. Lovecraft's work has influenced many authors, including Stephen King, who considers him "the greatest craftsman of the classic horror story of the 20th century."

The [System] was intended to be humanity’s salvation. But it turned out to be a double-edged sword that could just as easily lead to its destruction. Following a series of thankfully successful efforts in Europe, Isaac travels overseas to show the world new ways of leveling, gather new allies, and gain power in the dungeons that have cropped up.

En enfoldig og indavlet bjergboer fra Catskillbjergene myrder i en dæmonisk blodrus to af sine fæller. Han fanges og føres til et hjem for psykopater, idet man mener, at han lider af en alvorlig psykisk lidelse. Mens alle læger og psykologer leder efter en foklaring i han sind, er der en enkelt ansat, som overvejer muligheden for, om ikke årsagen snarere skal findes i mandens natlige drømme. Dette er hans dagbog.

Political leaders, diplomats, and business executives around the world - including every president from John F. Kennedy to Donald J. Trump - have sought the counsel of Henry Kissinger, a brilliant diplomat and political scientist whose unprecedented achievements as a negotiator have been universally acknowledged. Now, Kissinger the Negotiator provides a groundbreaking analysis of Kissinger’s overall approach to making deals and his skill in resolving conflicts - expertise that holds powerful and enduring lessons.

Ever since he wrote The Art of the Deal, Trump has been the world's most famous negotiator - even though he didn't reveal his actual deal-making secrets. Now, George Ross explains the tactics that took Trump to the top and how you can use those same tactics and strategies in your daily negotiations. A practical, real-world negotiation playbook, this is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to negotiate like a proven winner.