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Goddess in the Machine
by Lora Beth JohnsonAndra wakes up from a cryogenic sleep 1,000 years later than she was supposed to, forcing her to team up with an exiled prince to navigate an unfamiliar planet in this smart, thrilling sci-fi adventure, perfect for fans of Renegades and Aurora Rising.When Andra wakes up, she's drowning. Not only that, but she's in a hot, dirty cave, it's the year 3102, and everyone keeps calling her Goddess. When Andra went into a cryonic sleep for a trip across the galaxy, she expected to wake up in a hundred years, not a thousand. Worst of all, the rest of the colonists--including her family and friends--are dead. They died centuries ago, and for some reason, their descendants think Andra's a deity. She knows she's nothing special, but she'll play along if it means she can figure out why she was left in stasis and how to get back to Earth.Zhade, the exiled bastard prince of Eerensed, has other plans. Four years ago, the sleeping Goddess's glass coffin disappeared from the palace, and Zhade devoted himself to finding it. Now he's hoping the Goddess will be the key to taking his rightful place on the throne--if he can get her to play her part, that is. Because if his people realize she doesn't actually have the power to save their dying planet, they'll kill her. With a vicious monarch on the throne and a city tearing apart at the seams, Zhade and Andra might never be able to unlock the mystery of her fate, let alone find a way to unseat the king, especially since Zhade hasn't exactly been forthcoming with Andra. And a thousand years from home, is there any way of knowing that Earth is better than the planet she's woken to?
Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt: Egyptian Mythology for Kids
by Morgan E. MoroneyUnearth the mythology of ancient Egypt—stories of gods and goddesses for kids 8 to 12From the rising of the morning sun to the summer flooding of the Nile River, the ancient Egyptians believed powerful gods and goddesses ruled over every aspect of their daily lives. This Egyptian mythology guide takes you on a trip through the sands of time to explore the world of pharaohs and sphinxes—ancient Egypt!Featuring illustrated myths of incredible Egyptian gods and goddesses, these stories describe the magic each deity performed along the Nile. You'll also learn about how Egyptian mythology was a key part of ancient Egyptian culture, like pyramid building, the mummification process, and even the worshiping of cats.This Egyptian mythology collection includes:Narratives from the Nile—Explore the gods and goddesses of Egyptian mythology, from the familiar to the lesser-known, through 20 easy-to-follow myths.Amazing artwork—Take a look at the gods, goddesses, and artifacts of the long-extinct ancient Egyptian empire with captivating illustrations and photos.Fast pharaoh facts—Dig into ancient Egyptian mythology and culture with plenty of awesome facts on everything from hieroglyphs to the popular board game, Senet.Explore the legendary lives of ancient gods and goddesses with this rich treasury of Egyptian mythology.
Gods and Heroes of Ancient Greece
by Gustav SchwabFrom fire-stealing Prometheus to scene-stealing Helen of Troy, from Jason and his golden fleece to Oedipus and his mother, this collection of classic tales from Greek mythology demonstrates the inexhaustible vitality of a timeless cultural legacy. Here are Icarus flying too close to the sun, mighty Hercules, Achilles and that darn heel, the Trojans and their wooden horse, brave Perseus and beautiful Andromeda, wandering Odysseus and steadfast Penelope. Their stories and the stories of the powerful gods and goddesses who punish and reward, who fall in love with and are enraged by the humans they have created, are set forth simply but movingly, in language that retains the power and drama of the original works by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Homer. In Gustav Schwab’s masterful retelling, they are made accessible to readers of all ages.Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library From the Trade Paperback edition.
Gods and Heroes: Mythology Around the World
by Korwin BriggsMeet the Original Superheroes. Before there was Batman, Wonder Woman, or Black Panther...there was Indra, Hindu king of gods, who battled a fearsome snake to save the world from drought. Athena, the powerful Greek goddess of wisdom who could decide the fate of battles before they even began. Okuninushi, the Japanese hero who defeated eighty brothers to become king and then traded it all for a chance at immortality. Featuring more than 70 characters from 23 cultures around the world, this A-to-Z encyclopedia of mythology is a who's who of powerful gods and goddesses, warriors and kings, enchanted creatures and earthshaking giants whose stories have been passed down since the beginning of time—and are now given fresh life for a new generation of young readers. Plus, You'll Learn All About:Dragons: The Hydra, St. George's Dragon, and the Australian Rainbow SnakeGiants: Grendel, Balor of the Evuil Eye, Polyphemus, and the Purusha with the thousand headsMonsters: Manticore, Sphinx, Minotaur, Thunderbird, and Echidne, mother of the Nemean lion that nearly killed HeraclesUnderworlds: Travel to Hades, Valhalla, and the Elysian Fields
Going Along With Lewis & Clark
by Barbara FiferFrom the fall of 1803 until the fall of 1806, the Lewis and Clark Expedition travelled extensively. This book offers interesting facts like who they were,people they met,clothes they wore ,what they ate etc.
Going Back (Defenders of Time #1)
by Gene P. AbelTime travel, science, history, and romance come together in the bestselling first novel in the Defenders of Time Series. When two scientists at a symposium on time travel are killed, followed immediately by the shocking detection of a time displacement wave, or TDW—the science world is shaken by the signs of someone traveling back in time to change the past. While their identity and goals are unknown, it&’s clear that they&’ll have to be stopped before they change the pattern of history. Special Agent Lou Hessman and his team are tasked with going back to the New York City of the year 1919 to find and stop this TDW. Not an easy task under any circumstance, but the question remains: Are these changes something they want to fix? Look for the Defenders of Time series to continue with Kidnappers from the Future, coming October 8, 2021
Going Dark
by Melissa de la Cruz&“An intense rollercoaster of a thriller and a searing indictment of which victims get our attention and sympathy.&” –#1 New York Times bestselling author Marie LuIn this ripped-from-the-headlines Gone Girl meets A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, #1 New York Times bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz weaves a white-knuckle YA thriller about a beautiful young influencer who vanishes after going on vacation with her boyfriend. #WhereisAmeliaAshleyThe Influencer Amelia Ashley shares everything with her followers – her favorite hole-in-the-wall restaurants, her best fashion tips, and her European trip-of-a-lifetime with her hot boyfriend.The Boyfriend Josh has no choice but to return home without Amelia after she abandons him in Rome. He has no clue where she went or how her blood got in his suitcase. Why won&’t anyone believe him?The Hacker To Harper Delgado, Amelia Ashley is just another missing white girl whipping up a media frenzy. But with each digital knot she untangles about the influencer, Harper wonders: who is Amelia Ashley?The Other Girl Two years ago, another girl went missing, one who never made headlines or had a trending hashtag.The Truth Amelia&’s disappearance has captured the world&’s attention. What comes next? Watch this space…Told through a mixture of social media posts, diary entries, and firsthand accounts, Going Dark is a gripping, suspenseful thriller about all the missing girls who fall off the radar, perfect for true crime fans and readers of One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus.
Going Geek
by Charlotte HuangA girl returns to her exclusive east coast boarding school and finds that she's no longer one of the cool kids on campus in this second novel from the author of F o r t h e R e c o r d .It wasn't supposed to be this way. Skylar Hoffman's senior year at her preppy East Coast boarding school should have been perfect: amazing boyfriend the coolest friends the most desirable dorm But it's far from it. To her dismay, Skylar's not going to rule senior year because she's stuck in Abbot House, a tiny dorm known for, well, nothing. Living with a group of strangers everyone thinks is lame is bad enough. Worse is that Skylar wasn't exactly truthful about how she spent summer break in Los Angeles--and her little white lie is causing her once rock-solid romance to crumble fast. And when it turns out that Skylar's best friend is the one responsible for having her booted from Lincoln? It's an all-out war. Stepping out of her comfort zone never felt so scary--or necessary. But everything is different now. Including, maybe, Skylar herself . . .*** "A love letter--brimming with heart, soul, and wit--to everyone who's ever felt left behind . . . perfect for fans of Stephanie Perkins and Rainbow Rowell." --Jeff Zentner, author of The Serpent KingFrom the Hardcover edition.
Going Global: A Prehistoric World Tour
by Marcia Amidon LustedA fascinating look at archeological finds in Scotland, South Africa, and Malta that offer clues about ancient civilizations.
Going Global: A World of Marvels
by Marcia Amidon LustedA quick tour of amazing man-made structures in China, Europe, and West Asia.
Going Global: Amazing Athletes
by Marcia Amidon LustedThe modern Olympic Games generate international excitement! Nadia Comaneci became the first Olympian to win seven perfect scores, Vitaly Scherbo won the world title in all eight gymnastic events, and Abebe Bikila was the first athlete to win two Olympic marathons.
Going Global: Ancient Games
by Marcia Amidon LustedMany popular modern board games were invented in the United States. But some of our favorite games came from other countries and have deep historic roots.
Going Global: Around the World in 1890
by Marcia Amidon LustedIn the 1890s, bobsledding became a sport, Van Gogh died, and the Eiffel Tower and Tower of London were built.
Going Global: Bad Witches
by Bryan LangdoLearn about three powerful witches from mythology and literature—Circe, Baba Yaga, and the White Witch.
Going Global: Borders, Naturally
by Marcia Amidon LustedCheck out these famous countries and regions that owe their shapes to an important geographic feature. These features help dictate so much about the countries they border.
Going Global: Famous Duels
by Marcia Amidon LustedDueling once was used as a way to settle disputes or to defend honor. Some are more well-known than others—explore three of them here!
Going Global: Foreign Fighters
by Marcia Amidon LustedLearn about how foreign soldiers were prized by the Union and Confederate armies because they had experience fighting in European wars.
Going Global: French Colonies
by Marcia Amidon LustedAn overview of how French Colonies have retained French traits. This article covers France's legacy in Cambodia, Canada, Laos, Morocco, and Vietnam.
Going Global: Leaders of Strength
by Marcia Amidon LustedIt takes a strong person to lead a nation. This article explores humble beginnings and massive achievements of several world leaders.
Going Global: Other World Leaders
by Marcia Amidon LustedStrong, democratic leadership can be found around the world. This article describes several world leaders' struggles and achievements.
Going Global: Power of the People!
by Marcia Amidon LustedLearn about Argentina's Week of the People’s Martyrs, Mexico's Night of Tlatelolco, and France's Mai 68.
Going Global: Protecting the Environment
by Marcia Amidon LustedSometimes, preservation and conservation need to occur on a larger scale. Oceana, Greenpeace, and the World Wildlife Fund are dedicated to protecting resources all over the world—especially resources that all people share.
Going Global: See the World Without Leaving Home
by Marcia Amidon LustedBefore radio, television, and movies, expositions or world fairs such as the World's Columbian Exposition, the 1901 Pan-American Exposition, and the St. Louis World's Fair offered glimpses into faraway cultures and people.
Going Global: West Coast Stories
by Marcia Amidon LustedThe majority of immigrants who passed through Angel Island Immigration Station in the early 20th century came from China and Japan, but large groups also came from a few other nations.
Going Global: Women Who Mattered
by Marcia Amidon LustedThe Revolutionary War created an opportunity for American women to have an impact on the changing world around them. Here's a look at some other women who filled important roles in their respective countries during the same time period.