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Battle of Lookout Mountain (Bonnets and Bugles #7)
by Gilbert MorrisLeah brother Royal has returned from the Civil war battlefields but has found himself engaged in a battle of a different sort - a battle for a lady's affection. The lady is the beautiful Lori Jenkins of Chattanooga, and the enemy is the dastardly Drake Bedford, one of Pineville's most venomous fighters. Just as their friendship starts to blossom, Lori is called home to Tennessee to care for her sick sister and Royal once again must face the Rebel army. The good news is, the army is headed toward Chattanooga where the friendship could continue to grow. The bad news is, Drake Bedford has decided to join the Union army as a soldier in Royal's company! Join the excitement as the conflicts continue, on and off the battlefields. And see how God's grace can change the lives of even the most stubborn sinners.Battle of Lookout Mountain is the seventh of a ten book series, that tells the story of two close families find themselves on different sides of the Civil War after the fall of Fort Sumter in April 1861. Thirteen year old Leah becomes a helper in the Union army with her father, who hopes to distribute Bibles to the troops. Fourteen year old Jeff becomes a drummer boy in the Confederate Army and struggles with faith while experiencing personal hardship and tragedy. The series follows Leah, Jeff, family, and friends, as they experience hope and God&’s grace through four years of war.
The Battle of Maldon: Together with the Homecoming of Beorhtnoth
by Peter GrybauskasIn 991 AD, vikings attacked an Anglo-Saxon defence-force led by their duke, Beorhtnoth, resulting in brutal fighting along the banks of the river Blackwater, near Maldon in Essex. The attack is widely considered one of the defining conflicts of tenth-century England, due to it being immortalised in the poem, The Battle of Maldon. <p><p>Written shortly after the battle, the poem now survives only as a 325-line fragment, but its value to today is incalculable, not just as an heroic tale but in vividly expressing the lost language of our ancestors and celebrating ideals of loyalty and friendship. <p><p>J.R.R. Tolkien considered The Battle of Maldon ‘the last surviving fragment of ancient English heroic minstrelsy’. It would inspire him to compose, during the 1930s, his own dramatic verse-dialogue, The Homecoming of Beorhtnoth, Beorhthelm’s Son, which imagines the aftermath of the great battle when two of Beorhtnoth’s retainers come to retrieve their duke’s body.
The Battle of Maldon: Together with the Homecoming of Beorhtnoth
by J. R. Tolkien Peter GrybauskasThe first-ever standalone edition of one of J.R.R. Tolkien’s most important poetic dramas, that explores timely themes such as the nature of heroism and chivalry during war, featuring previously unpublished and never-before-seen texts and drafts.In 991 AD, Vikings attacked an Anglo-Saxon defense-force led by their duke, Beorhtnoth, resulting in brutal fighting along the banks of the river Blackwater, near Maldon in Essex. The attack is widely considered one of the defining conflicts of tenth-century England, due to it being immortalized in the poem, The Battle of Maldon.Written shortly after the battle, the poem now survives only as a 325-line fragment, but its value to today is incalculable, not just as a heroic tale but in vividly expressing the lost language of our ancestors and celebrating ideals of loyalty and friendship.J.R.R. Tolkien considered The Battle of Maldon “the last surviving fragment of ancient English heroic minstrelsy.” It would inspire him to compose, during the 1930s, his own dramatic verse-dialogue, The Homecoming of Beorhtnoth Beorhthelm’s Son, which imagines the aftermath of the great battle when two of Beorhtnoth’s retainers come to retrieve their duke’s body.Leading Tolkien scholar, Peter Grybauskas, presents for the very first time J.R.R. Tolkien’s own prose translation of The Battle of Maldon together with the definitive treatment of The Homecoming of Beorhtnoth and its accompanying essays; also included and never before published is Tolkien’s bravura lecture, “The Tradition of Versification in Old English,” a wide-ranging essay on the nature of poetic tradition. Illuminated with insightful notes and commentary, he has produced a definitive critical edition of these works, and argues compellingly that, Beowulf excepted, The Battle of Maldon may well have been “the Old English poem that most influenced Tolkien’s fiction,” most dramatically within the pages of The Lord of the Rings.
Battle of Shallowford
by Ed SimpsonComedy / 8m, 1f / On a quiet Sunday night in October of 1938 at Burton Mock's general store in Shallowford, NC. Burton and his teenage daughter, Ruthie, are discussing her future. She's convinced she can handle life outside the rural Shallowford, her father would like her to stay close. As the night progresses, a host of colorful locals arrive at the store, including science obsessed, 17 year old Lonny. The rest of the world is on the brink of war, but these folks are only interested in local gossip until they turn on the radio and learn that the Martians have invaded! It is the night of Orson Welles' history War of the Worlds radio drama! They fall hook, line and sinker for the broadcast and run out to do battle. Lonny and Ruthie must fend for themselves inside the store, and they discover a mutual passion for that which is unknown and each other....a community theatre classic that rings true with anyone who ever lived in a small town or had big dreams! . "A theatrical gem." Ashville Citizen Times. . "Tickle their funny bones, warm their hearts, don't insult their intelligence.... The Battle of Shallowford hits that magic trio." Knoxville News Sentinel. . "Hilariously on target...A community theatre staple." Knoxville Journal. . FEE: $75 per performance.. Click below for additional materials: . Sound Effects CD. Other Ed Simpson titles available from Samuel French include: Additional Particulars The Comet of St. LoomisElephant Sighs A Point of Order
Battle of Slaughter: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Da YanQiangHe has a different brain a different mind he has a different heart sincere heart see he goes against fate and opens a path of blood he made the enemy flee at the sound of the wind he is a different kind of god of killing killing a vast and peaceful heaven in troubled times do not ask me why i came into this world do not ask me the road ahead exactly to extend to where holding in my hand is the fate of the wheel guide me but also stinging my heart and see not the same killing god how to set off the bustling metropolis different magic holding the number of blood ambition
The Battle of Space Fort Jefferson and Other Stories
by Timothy ZahnAn original collection of thirteen exciting science fiction & fantasy stories by the #1 bestselling author of the Star Wars Thrawn trilogy. He captivated readers with his creation of General Thrawn beginning with his #1 New York Times–bestselling Star Wars: Heir to the Empire. Now, Hugo Award–winning author Timothy Zahn shares thirteen of his masterful science fiction and fantasy stories, previously published separately in magazines and anthologies throughout his career, together for the first time in one original collection. Take a trip down memory lane with Zahn and prepare yourself for a journey across space and time where you will see wonders of technology, powerful magic, and chilling monsters. In &“The Battle of Space Fort Jefferson,&” a mild-mannered Park Service Ranger must deal with terrorists aboard a former space prison and quarantine center that&’s now a largely deserted tourist attraction. Administrators from Earth discover an alien race&’s secret to longevity in &“A Lingering Death.&” A wizard prepares for the army of the evil witch king in &“A Touch of Rosemary.&” Scientists discover the dangers of first contact in the novella Cordon Sanitaire. A jazz music aficionado travels two hundred years back in time to 1953 Pittsburgh in &“For Love of Amanda.&” A vampire helps Hollywood celebrities avoid the paparazzi in &“Vampin&’ Down the Avenue.&” A werewolf and a mermaid encounter murder in the countryside in &“Protection.&” These stories and more await readers in this exciting collection, full of all the action, mystery, suspense, thrills, chills, and humor that have made Zahn a leader in science fiction and fantasy.
The Battle of the Bakers (Katie Lynn Cookie Company #3)
by George Edward Stanley Linda GravesKatie Lynn and her best friend, Tina, are all set to win the town's baking contest. That is, until Jonathan Wilbarger enters and the sugar-coated bake-off turns into a sizzling battle. Can the Katie Lynn Cookie Company stand the heat and out-cook the competition? Or will its recipe for success turn into a dessert disaster?Find out in The Battle of the Bakers. Winning recipe included!
Battle of the Bands (Orca Soundings)
by K.L. DenmanJay, Kelvin and Cia are The Lunar Ticks, a dedicated band who are convinced they are on their way up. They hope to win an upcoming battle of the bands where the first prize is a full day in a recording studio. Jay is struggling to write new material but finds he lacks the experience to come up with a truly original song. Going up against Indigo Daze, a band from another school, Jay finds himself falling for Rowan, the leader of the other band. When Rowan's guitar is trashed right before the contest The Lunar Ticks are the prime suspects. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible. Also available in Spanish.
Battle of the Bands
by J. M. SnyderThe rivalry between hard rock bands Tainted Black and Hazard is legendary in Richmond’s local rock scene. A fight between the drummers at Catch-22’s third annual Battle of the Bands is a sure way to get both bands eliminated from the competition, but the lead singers settle things in a very different -- but explosive -- manner.
Battle of the Beast (The Beast and the Bethany #3)
by Jack Meggitt-PhillipsLemony Snicket meets Roald Dahl in this riotously funny, deliciously macabre, and highly illustrated third book in the middle grade The Beast and the Bethany series in which Bethany and Ebenezer find themselves with a surprising new roommate: the beast itself.After being vanquished in spectacular fashion that included an umbrella with human-puddling capabilities and a darn good show, the beast is transferred to a hidden island and placed in an impenetrable cage where it can no longer hurt anyone or carry out its dastardly plan to make Bethany its next meal. Meaning Bethany and Ebenezer&’s lives are finally beast free and they can pursue their do gooding activities in peace—even if the &“gooding&” part is questionable. But when it&’s revealed that the beast has lost its memory and D.O.R.R.I.S. declares that it&’s no longer dangerous, the beast is delivered back where it came from: Ebenezer and Bethany&’s house. Can the beast really be good? Or, if its newfound manners aren&’t to be trusted, what could it be planning next?
Battle of the Beasts: Book 1 (Beast Quest #1)
by Adam BladeFight the Beasts, Fear the Magic!Danger stirs in the land of Avantia.Max, son of Evil Wizard Malvel, has stolen the magical Golden Gauntlet. Using its power he plans to force the Good Beasts, Ferno and Epos, to fight each other¬ to the death!Meet a new hero of Avantia...Sam is an ordinary boy who must become a hero! His Quest is to tame a Beast and ride into battle to stop Max's evil plan. Can he survive the Battle of the Beasts?A brand new Beast Quest is about to begin!
Battle of the Beasts: Book 2 (Beast Quest #2)
by Adam BladeFight the Beasts, Fear the Magic!A clash of Beasts is about to begin!Evil Max is using the magical Golden Gauntlet to turn Tagus the Horse-man and Amictus the Bug Queen into mortal enemies.Meet a new Avantian hero...Evan must ride forth and take on a new Quest to rescue these noble Beasts from a terrible fate. Who will be victorious in this Battle of the Beasts?A brand new Beast Quest is about to begin!
Battle of the Beasts Sepron vs Narga: Book 3 (Beast Quest #3)
by Adam BladeFight the Beasts, Fear the Magic!The time has come for another Battle of the Beasts! Maximus's evil plans to destroy the Good Beasts continues... The seas will boil when Sepron and Narga clash in combat.Meet a new hero of Avantia. Will has been chosen by Tom to join his Knight Academy. Does he have the courage and skill to survive the Battle of the Beasts?A brand new Beast Quest is about to begin!
The Battle of the Bees (Sugar Creek Gang #33)
by Paul HutchensAn innocent game of softball in Bill Collins's barnyard nearly turns fatal. Bill's little sister Charlotte Ann follows him too close to the beehives. Can he or his friend Circus save her from the angry bees? Come along with the Sugar Creek Gang as they learn the importance of honoring your father and mother. The Sugar Creek Gang series chronicles the faith-building adventures of a group of fun-loving, courageous Christian boys. These classic stories have been inspiring children to grow in their faith for more than five decades. More than three million copies later, children continue to grow up relating to members of the gang as they struggle with the application of their Christian faith to the adventure of life. Now that these stories have been updated for a new generation, you and your child can join in the Sugar Creek excitement. Paul Hutchens's memories of childhood adventures around the fishing hole, the swimming hole, the island, and the woods that surround Indiana's Sugar Creek inspired these beloved tales.
The Battle of the Bees (Sugar Creek Gang Original Series #33)
by Paul HutchensWhat kind of trouble can Bill Collins get into when he's spending the afternoon babysitting his little sister, Charlotte Ann? Plenty! The Gang find themselves in the middle of a war between two of the beehives in Mr. Collins honey bee yard. A note from Old Man Paddler challenges the Sugar Creek Gang with a riddle that reveals more than they bargained for as they uncover a trespassing boy up at his cabin in the woods. Join the Sugar Creek Gang as they learn a few lessons about loving as Jesus does.
The Battle of the Bees (Sugar Creek Gang Original Series #33)
by Paul HutchensWhat kind of trouble can Bill Collins get into when he's spending the afternoon babysitting his little sister, Charlotte Ann? Plenty! The Gang find themselves in the middle of a war between two of the beehives in Mr. Collins honey bee yard. A note from Old Man Paddler challenges the Sugar Creek Gang with a riddle that reveals more than they bargained for as they uncover a trespassing boy up at his cabin in the woods. Join the Sugar Creek Gang as they learn a few lessons about loving as Jesus does.
Battle of the Beetles (Beetle Boy #3)
by M. G. LeonardThe final installment in the Beetle Boy trilogy!Cruel beetle fashionista Lucretia Cutter is still at large with her yellow ladybird spies. And now that she's brainwashed Darkus's father to stay by her side -- he, Virginia, and Bertolt are determined to stop her... once and for all. The final installment in the Beetle trilogy flies readers to Lucretia's secret Biome hidden in the Amazon rain forest. If they can't stop Lucretia, she will release her hoard of giant Frankenstein beetles, and the planet will never be the same again...Hope rests on an army of beetles and three determined children. Can Darkus and his friends, human and beetle alike, find it before it's too late?
Battle of the Best Friends
by Debbie Dadey Tatevik AvakyanIn this splashy new Mermaid Tale, a megapopular boy band is set to perform at an undersea celebration--but what if a mean girl keeps Shelly from joining in the fun?Echo, Shelly Siren's best friend, is doing tail flips because she's going to see the hottest boy band around--The Rays! It's her classmate Pearl's birthday, and the Rays are going to perform at her exclusive party. Troublemaker Pearl has invited just about everyone--everyone, that is, except Shelly! Shelly urges Echo to go anyway, but Echo doesn't want to leave her friend out of the exciting celebration...so Shelly hatches a plan to make sure Echo sees her favorite group. And when the Rays do come to town (amidst plenty of under-the-sea, boy band drama), Echo returns the favor so that Shelly is included in the festivities--in the most unexpected of ways!
Battle of the Blanket Forts: A QUIX Book (Fort Builders Inc. #3)
by Dee RomitoWhen kids of Fort Builders, Inc., go to summer camp, a friendly blanket fort competition turns serious in the third story in the fun-to-read Aladdin QUIX chapter book series that&’s perfect for emerging readers!Kiara is super excited to go to Camp Firefly for the summer and be with all her friends, including the rest of Fort Builders, Inc. And this year, she can&’t wait to enter the camp-wide CREATE contest. One lucky team will win the prize of building something from scratch, using all the DIY skills they show in the competition. Kiara and her cabin decide compete by making the best blanket fort ever—but Caleb and his cabin decide to do the same thing! Can they learn to work together, or will this epic blanket fort battle turn into an all-out cabin war?
The Battle of the Books (Classics To Go)
by Jonathan SwiftThe Battle of the Books is the name of a short satire written by Jonathan Swift and published as part of the prolegomena to his A Tale of a Tub in 1704. It depicts a literal battle between books in the King's Library (housed in St. James's Palace at the time of the writing), as ideas and authors struggle for supremacy. Because of the satire, "The Battle of the Books" has become a term for the Quarrel of the Ancients and the Moderns. (Wikipedia)
Battle of the Bookstores
by Ali BradyA LibraryReads PickRivalry and romance spark when two bookstore managers who are opposites in every way find themselves competing for the same promotion.Despite managing bookstores on the same Boston street, Josie Klein and Ryan Lawson have never interacted much—Josie&’s store focuses on serious literature, and Ryan&’s sells romance only. But when the new owner of both stores decides to combine them, the two are thrust into direct competition. Only one manager will be left standing, decided by who turns the most profit over the summer. Efficient and detail-oriented Josie instantly clashes with easygoing and disorganized Ryan. Their competing events and contrasting styles lead to more than just frustration—the sparks between them might just set the whole store on fire. Their only solace during this chaos is the friendship they&’ve each struck up with an anonymous friend in an online book forum. Little do they know they&’re actually chatting with each other. As their rivalry heats up in real life, their online relationship grows, and when the walls between their stores come tumbling down, Josie and Ryan realize not all&’s fair in love and war. And maybe, if they&’re lucky, happily ever afters aren&’t just for the books.
Battle of the Boss-Monster: A Branches Book (The Notebook of Doom #13)
by Troy CummingsThe Super Secret Monster Patrol FINALLY comes face-to-face with the boss-monster!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!The Super Secret Monster Patrol has protected Stermont from all kinds of monsters. But is the S.S.M.P. ready to take on a whole ARMY of monsters? Alexander, Rip, and Nikki need to find the BOSS-MONSTER's secret hideout and steal back the notebook. But first, they'll have to battle her monster army in the ULTIMATE SHOWDOWN!
Battle of the Bots (Key Hunters #7)
by Eric LuperIn this thrilling adventure, two friends are sucked into a science fiction novel where they must fight against an evil computer and an army of robots.Cleo and Evan have a secret. A collection of books so dangerous they are locked up tight. And only they can find the keys to release the magic inside! THE FUTURE IS UNDER ATTACK!A super-smart, super-evil computer network has taken over the world. And Cleo and Evan are the only ones who can take it down. But the network has sent robots, drones, and cyborgs to stop them. If they can find a way to pull the plug—and find their next key—Cleo and Evan just might survive this science fiction showdown!Praise for Key Hunters“Luper’s delectable humor is appropriate for the intended age group, and the plot will keep readers’ attention to the end . . . [t]his is a satisfying read for beginning independent readers.” —School Library Journal
Battle of the Bots
by C. J. RichardsThanks to the eleven-year-old robotics whiz kid George Gearing and his best buddy, Jackbot, the evil Dr. Micron is finally behind bars. But life is hardly back to normal. With TinkerTech closed down for investigation and the townspeople abandoning their own beloved robots, things in Terabyte Heights have taken a turn for the worse. Even George himself is in trouble. Despite finally knowing the truth about Project Mercury, he's still no closer to being reunited with his parents. There's only one person who can save them. But if George enlists his help, who will save everyone else when the battle of the bots begins?