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Courage in the Sheer Silence: Challenging Racism in the 20th-Century Churches of Christ
by Wes CrawfordAfter the fire came a sound of sheer silence. When the civil rights movement shook the United States, Churches of Christ largely remained silent. Only a few brave voices dared to speak out. Historian Wes Crawford, drawing inspiration from the prophet Elijah's discovery of God's presence in the "sheer silence," invites readers to explore this era and the largely overlooked stories of a handful of ministers who risked everything to challenge racism within the church. Crawford's groundbreaking work begins with twentieth-century church leaders who openly supported White supremacy or turned a blind eye. Under their watchful guidance, they carefully managed the cultural engagement of Churches of Christ through colleges, journals, and lectureship gatherings. He then highlights the lesser-known heroes, like Carl Spain, John Allen Chalk, Walter Burch, Dwain Evans, and Bud Stumbaugh, who spoke out against the establishment at high personal and professional costs. Their sacrifices and bravery offer lessons that resonate to this day.
The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living
by Eryn LynumWhat can a hummingbird’s flight, jellyfish’s life cycle, and bee’s waggle dance reveal about a restful and flourishing life? In a world that prizes hustle and constant productivity, breaking the habit of hurry can seem far-fetched, and yet we still try to achieve it with life hacks to get more sleep and increase energy. But self-help strategies are not the solution to our exhaustion problem. In this six-week Bible study, you'll explore the deep roots of rest found in Scripture and the outdoors while unearthing attainable rest for everyday life. Through nature reflections, scriptural word studies, and guided journaling prompts, you will learn how to return to God’s original pattern of rest and work turn seasons of waiting into restful growth experience daily rest through selah pauses practice Sabbath in a way that fits your lifestyle live every day in God’s restful presence God’s promise of rest offers a path out of hurry and exhaustion and into a life of peace and purpose. This is an invitation to live fully alive. Will you take it? "A welcome invitation to draw close to the one who created us and still cares for us." —Holley Gerth, best-selling author of 365 Truths for Every Woman's Heart
Thrift Store Puzzles
by John BodenKen Allenwood is a man being devoured, from the inside out, one memory at a time. A once famed horror writer who now spends his days in an elder care facility waiting for the breath that will be his last and hoping he'll retain at least some memories from his long and unusual life. Ken is over 130 years old...or is he? Has the unraveling fabric of his mind tangled with the threads of his fictive endeavors? Elijah is a boy who adores all things spooky, a boy who spends the bulk of his time alone, his single mother juggling jobs to keep a roof overhead and food in their bellies. Eli occupies his days, hanging out at the home across the street with his uncle/pal, Tierny, one of Mr. Allenwood's many carers as well as Allenwood himself. Afternoons filled with cheesy scary movies and the old man's recollective stories (while he is still able to tell them). Then a change comes to the little town on Cordry. The killings are vicious and devoid of pattern, almost. When Elijah tells Ken about them, the old man grows fearful and decides to use his unreliable windows of focus to help his friends figure out what is going on and who or what is behind the murders. A monster has come to roost in their midst. A creature that craves blood and possibly much more, inheritance of a sort, acknowledgment. A monster from the very dark recesses of Allenwood's mind, a horror very old and very bitter. The things we create have a tenacity, a stubborn strength and a very vicious bite. And no debt glares harder than one owed the heart.
Trans-Galactic Bike Ride: Feminist Bicycle Science Fiction Stories of Transgender and Nonbinary Adventurers
by Elly Blue2021 Lambda Literary Award Finalist Take a ride with us as we explore a future where trans and nonbinary people are the heroes. In worlds where bicycle rides bring luck, a minotaur needs a bicycle, and werewolves stalk the post-apocalyptic landscape, nobody has time to question gender. Whatever your identity you'll enjoy these stories that are both thought-provoking and fun adventures. Find out what the future could look like if we stopped putting people into boxes and instead empowered each other to reach for the stars. Featuring original stories from Hugo, Nebula, and Lambda Literary Award-winning author Charlie Jane Anders, Elly Bangs, Kiera Jessica Bane, Ava Kelly, Juliet Kemp, Rafi Kleiman, Tucker Lieberman, Nathan Alling Long, Ether Nepenthes, Lane Fox Marcus Woodman, and Nebula-nominated M. Darusha Wehm, and an introduction to the new edition by Microcosm publisher Joe Biel.
Deaf Heaven
by Curtis SmithThe world has broken Jason Driscoll' s heart. His abusive father. The daughter he lost to cancer. Buried beneath medical bills, he becomes entangled in a scheme that drags him to new depths. Violence. Infidelity. Murder. Having lost all he' s ever held dear, Jason stands alone at the edge of the world, and it' s here he meets an odd, lonely child. A boy he saves from a riptide, and who, in return, saves Jason from his past.Rendered in terse yet lyrical prose, Deaf Heaven is a story of loss and redemption and the truth that salvation sometimes waits in the unlikeliest of places.
Death on the Island: A Novel
by Eliza Reid"A brilliant debut." — Louise Penny, #1 New York Times bestselling author"An intriguing mystery, an exotic setting, and a Christie vibe—what's not to love?" — Shari Lapena, internationally bestselling author Trapped on a remote island by a howling storm, nine people sit down to dinner.One of them is about to die.A group of international players has gathered in a tiny village off the coast of Iceland for a diplomatic dinner. There's Kristján, the mayor reeling from a personal tragedy. Graeme, the ambassador with an agenda to push. Jane, his wife, along for the ride on another one of her husband's many business trips. And several others, from Iceland and from abroad, each with their own reason for being there, their own loyalties and grievances. By the end of the night, one of them will be dead. And it will be up to the ambassador's wife, Jane, to figure out how—and why.What Jane soon comes to realize is that small communities can be the most dangerous of them all… and no one in their group is safe. With secrets around every corner and violent weather trapping the finite list of suspects together on the island, this locked-room mystery by internationally bestselling author Eliza Reid brings Agatha Christie and Nordic noir together in a brand-new twist.
Drink Water and Mind Your Business: A Black Woman's Guide to Unlearning the BS and Healing Your Self-Esteem
by Dr. Donna OriowoSelf-esteem ain't self-taught—and it does see color.Let's be real: society was not built with the needs of Black women in mind. And as a result, we learn that the only way to feel good about ourselves is to prioritize everyone else's needs over our own. We find our value in being the perfect partner, mother, daughter, employee, and friend. But that is exhausting. Instead of feeling good about how dope we are—regardless of our service, bank account, or looks—we only feel good about what we do for others. Supremacy culture teaches us to hate Black people, to hate women, and to especially hate Black women… except when they need us to either save them or serve them. So in a world where our service is required for acceptance, how could we ever feel good about ourselves while also giving the middle finger to systems of power? How can we possibly live our best lives? How are we supposed to feel confident, secure, and fabulous AF in our bodies?The answer: Self-esteem. Self-esteem as we know it has been gatekept by the white and male supremacist delusions for far too long. It's time to put power where it actually belongs.In Drink Water and Mind Your Business, Dr. Donna Oriowo helps readers understand the basic foundations of self-esteem—what it is, how society molds it, and how it affects us all—and offers real, meaningful solutions to feel like the most glorious and badass versions of themselves. Based on years of research and Dr. Donna's career as a licensed sex and relationship therapist, this book will help you set boundaries, prioritize your needs, understand your immense worth, and pursue a life that brings you pleasure and joy.
Thinking Like a Human: The Power of Your Mind in the Age of AI
by David WeitznerA bright and timely book that celebrates the value of the human mind AI is at the forefront of everyone's minds: from students and artists, to CEO's and service workers. But what exactly is AI, and how does it influence our everyday lives? And more than that, what does it mean for our future? Is there a way for us to retain our "humanness" in a world ever-reliant on tech?This groundbreaking book argues that the key technology we use to make strategic, political, and ethical decisions is flawed. As we race headlong into a future where we outsource all of our problem solving to artificial intelligence, the greatest threat to humanity is not superintelligent machinery, but a lack of trust in the power of our own minds. This book offers a new way forward—what Dr. Weitzner calls "artful intelligence"—a philosophy that celebrates our humanness and can help each of us make better decisions and create a healthier relationship with the world around us.In these pages, the author walks us through how AI often fails and how that affects our lives. But readers will also meet the rockstars, inventors, and business leaders who embody artful intelligence and are changing our world for the better in an era rampant with AI malpractice—while being taught how to do the same.
Crossing Paths (Beneath the Wild Sky #2)
by Katie RuggleWHY DATE A MOUNTAIN MAN? Because he can bring you to your peak.Norah Pax loves working for her family's Rocky Mountain bounty-hunting business. But unlike her adrenaline-junkie sisters, she only enjoys chasing skips from the safety of her laptop. She has all the computer skills she could want, but her fighting technique is lacking—so when all hands are needed, she dredges up her courage to ask surly MMA expert Dashiell Porter to teach her everything she needs to know. Dash may be terrifying to most, but his unexpected gentleness makes her feel safe, and it isn't long before things begin heating up.Dash is used to people slowly backing away when he enters a room, but a certain beautiful bounty hunter's earnest trust throws him off guard…and catches his attention. Yet as the two exchange punches and endearingly awkward flirtations, vultures circle. Every criminal in town has turned against the Pax girls, and they're willing to hit them where they're (supposedly) weakest: Norah. To keep herself and her family safe, Norah will need every new skill that Dash can teach her.Good thing that Dash is ready to do whatever it takes to protect the gentle yet fierce bounty hunter who stole his heart.The Rocky Mountains get unbearably hot in Katie Ruggle's brand-new series packed with adventure, action, tall dark & scruffy heroes, and a sense of quirky humor that will be your next perfect escape.
Ocean Activities for Kids: 20 Hands-On Projects to Explore the Sea (Science Scouts)
by Laura PetrusicInspire kids to explore like a scientist with an illustrated ocean activity guide for ages 8 to 12.Calling all ocean lovers: Are you ready to think like a scientist and adventure like an explorer? This fun and interactive guide shows you how to discover the seas with an active mind for learning. Travel down into the depths with 20 lessons and 20 activities that show you how different parts of the ocean work together, and explore all the unbelievable things the ocean does, such as moving with the moon, changing the shape of shorelines, and providing a home to millions of amazing creatures!Explore and play—See ocean science in action with fun experiments such as creating a tide pool, dissolving the earth's crust, simulating how jellyfish release their venom, and so much more.The 5 Science Scout skills—Practice the key skills that scientists and explorers use to discover the world as you Observe, Ask, Imagine, Test, and Reflect.Start an ocean journal—Use the journal pages and writing prompts to record your ideas and observations as you try the experiments—or create some marine memories if you visit the ocean yourself!Introduce curious kids to marine science and exploration with Ocean Activities for Kids—part of the Science Scouts series!
Wilderness Survival Skills for Beginners: The Step-by-Step Guide to Survive the Great Outdoors
by Jason MarsteinerLearn the skills to survive the wild!Are you an aspiring adventurer? A bushcraft beginner? Then you've come to the right place. This guide shows you how to level up your survival skills and boost your confidence when you're out exploring the wilderness. Get pro tips on navigation, finding food, building shelters, and basic first aid from expert survivalist Jason Marsteiner. You'll learn how to tackle any situation, like chance encounters with wild animals or poisonous plants, as well as ways to stay safe while trekking through any climate or terrain.No experience required—This easy-reference manual introduces the basics of survival and bushcraft with step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and illustrations that are perfect for first-time trekkers.The most essential skills—Learn the key survival and emergency skills for any situation, including how to start a fire, locate water, trap game, identify plants, use a compass, and more.For all types of adventure—Whether you're camping, hiking, fishing, or rafting, keep this guide on hand to look up anything you need to know.Master survival training that could save your life in the wild!
Camping Activities for Kids: 20 Hands-On Projects to Explore Nature (Science Scouts)
by Steve LemigGoing on a camping trip? Encourage kids to explore like a scientist with an illustrated camping activity guide for ages 8 to 12.Attention campers! Are you ready to think like a scientist and adventure like an explorer? This fun and interactive guide shows kids how to camp with an active mind for learning. They'll discover all the different items you need to go camping, the steps to building an awesome campsite, and how to make the most of exploring nature through 20 lessons and 20 activities to try on the trails!Explore and play—Help kids get hands-on as they make their own thermometer and solar still, find true north, learn how to safely watch nearby wildlife, and so much more.The 5 Science Scout skills—Kids will practice the key skills that scientists and explorers use to discover the world as they Observe, Ask, Imagine, Test, and Reflect.Start a camping journal—Journal pages and writing prompts will inspire kids to record their ideas and observations as they create a book of amazing camping memories!Introduce curious kids to the science of camping with Camping Activities for Kids—part of the Science Scouts series!
Culture Specific Items in Chinese to English Video Game Translation: Transmediality and Interactivity in the Localisation of a Wuxia RPG (Routledge Studies in Chinese Translation)
by Dariush RobertsonCulture Specific Items in Chinese to English Video Game Translation aims to investigate the Chinese to English translation of culture-specific items (CSIs) in the localisation of a wuxia role-playing game (RPG). This monograph provides groundbreaking insight into authentic practice and analyses a case study with theories from both translation studies and sociology to address questions such as how linguists translate CSIs, why they use certain approaches, and what is revealed when both the translation behaviour and the reasons underpinning their practice are considered in context. This book will be primarily of interest to scholars in the fields of translation studies, localisation, video game translation, and Chinese to English translation. It will also be of interest to a wider range of scholars interested in China, video games, and the application of social theory.
Principles of Computational Genomics (Chapman & Hall/CRC Computational Biology Series)
by Paolo ProveroThe advent of high-throughput experimental assays, and in particular of next-generation sequencing, has revolutionized life sciences by enabling the generation of data at the scale of the whole genome. Extracting biologically useful or clinically actionable information from this data requires analytical methods quite different from the ones used to analyze low-throughput experimental results. The development of these methods is the goal of computational biology.Understanding the principles on which these methods are based is thus necessary for all students and researchers in life sciences. This book provides the conceptual framework needed to understand computational genomics enough to be able to follow the arguments in recent papers, or to collaborate with computational scientists in research projects. In particular, it introduces the mathematical and statistical basis of the methods in some depth. The main focus is on the analysis of next-generation-sequencing assays, both for the interpretation of the DNA sequence per se (sequence alignment, phylogenetic tree reconstruction, genetic variants) and for the study of gene regulation and epigenomics (gene expression, transcription factor binding, chromatin states, 3D structure of the genome). The final chapter discusses the associations of genetic variants with phenotypes and diseases, and their biological interpretation.Principles of Computational Genomics provides a solid foundation for understanding the many parts of computational genomics, including those not treated directly in the book. It will be of great benefit to students and researchers across the life sciences.
Tailoring of Engineering Material Properties through Laser Cladding: Metallurgical, Mechanical and Tribological Properties
by Natarajan Jeyaprakash Govindarajan Prabu Che-Hua YangIn this comprehensive guide to laser cladding of engineering materials, expert contributors provide a detailed yet easy‑to‑follow explanation of the process, its use for surface modification and the benefits and applications of this technique in different environments and for different purposes.The optimization of an engineering material’s properties and behavior is vital for economic, safety and quality assurance reasons when these materials are applied in various industrial settings. This book therefore explains how laser cladding can be used to tailor and control a material’s surface layer properties, such as its elastic and plastic deformation and permanent detachment in the form of debris during the contact of mating parts. Through individual chapter contributions from experts in various elements related to laser cladding, this book guides readers through the evaluation of different structures in laser‑cladded engineering materials. The book addresses three key questions: What is the influence of micro- and nano-level structures on mechanical properties? How does laser cladding improve a material’s wear resistance at the micron and nano level and determine the material’s suitability for particular applications? What challenges are related to the laser cladding of different engineering materials? In addressing these questions, the book enables readers to determine the metallurgical, mechanical, tribological and corrosion behavior of any type of engineering material. Readers will also be able to make informed decisions based on their knowledge of the properties and industrial applications of different laser‑cladded materials.This book is essential for all manufacturing industry personnel who work with materials in various industrial settings and need to control their surface properties and enhance their behavior at the micron and nano levels. Students who are building experience prior to entering industry will also benefit from the detailed descriptions, step‑by‑step approach and focus on practical application.
Language, Pharmacy and Society: The Sounds of Local Knowledges and the Linguistic Logistics of Science (Routledge Studies in Health Humanities)
by Milton Fernando RodriguezThis book explores the vital role language plays in shaping how we understand and discuss medicines, making for a more detailed study of pharmaceutical and pharmacological language to more clearly understand the intersection of language, health, and culture.Gonzalez Rodriguez charts the development of the language of pharmacy from the mid-19th century onward, drawing on data from Icelandic and Spanish natural language corpora, historical sources, and contemporary data. The book brings together scholarship from sociolinguistics, media, and cultural studies, and the history of science to highlight the possibilities afforded by an interdisciplinary approach to pharmacy-related language.The book will benefit readers by providing a deeper understanding of the intersection between language, science, and culture, making it especially valuable for students and scholars in sociolinguistics, history of science, medical humanities, and cultural studies.
Chemical Defense in Nature: Structure, Function, and Synthesis of Toxic Secondary Metabolites from Plants and Animals
by Vladimir V. KouznetsovThe book examines biological processes vital for organism survival through a chemical lens. Integrating core organic chemistry concepts, such as structural analysis and synthesis, explores how plants and animals produce and utilize toxic organic molecules for growth, survival, and reproduction.The book focuses on the intricate structures, vital functions, and synthesis pathways of toxic secondary metabolites from plants and animals, illustrating toxic substances' intricate chemical relationships and biological significance. The book addresses the following main questions: Why do animals and plants accumulate these toxic substances? What structures do these compounds have? What effects can they have on man? Can they be prepared in the laboratory and used for medicinal purposes?This book delves into the fascinating world of toxic secondary metabolites in plants and animals, bridging chemistry and biology to unravel their roles in survival. With an interdisciplinary approach, it is a valuable resource for researchers, students, and professionals in phytochemistry, organic chemistry, and medical sciences.
Water Stress in Crop Plants and Its Management
by Prabhat Kumar Srivastava Parul Parihar Richa UpadhyayThe book provides an overview of water stress in plants and alterations in the physiology, morphology, anatomy, and molecular mechanism due to water stress. The induction of water stress hormones and the up-regulating genes synthesizing them is also the major thrust of the book. It also deals with the water and nutrient uptake, alteration in water relations, transpiration and stomatal conductance, and hence in the amount of photosynthesis vis-à-vis water stress. It compiles recent studies on redox regulation, antioxidative systems, nitrogen metabolism and phytohormonal regulation in crop plants during water stress. Different strategies to manage water stress, viz. by using different osmolytes, proteins, hormones and growth regulators, antioxidants, plant extracts, nitric oxide donors, macro and micro mineral nutrients, and the use of silicon have been discussed. The viability of different biotechnological tools to make crop plants less water-demanding, the use of vetiver grass and the insertion of mycorrhiza in water-stressed crop plants have been explored. An exhaustive review of recent literature encompassing genomic, proteomic, transcriptomic, ionomics, and metabolomics approaches to have a better understanding of water stress is the prominent feature of the present book. It discusses major signaling molecules involved in water-stressed environments as well as the crosstalk with other minerals, phytohormones etc. Not least, the book endeavors to illustrate different water conservation methods to achieve sustainable agriculture. The book is a comprehensive compilation of work to date on water stress and its management techniques and this will bridge the missing gap between the research from the past to the current time.
Brexit and the British Constitution (Routledge-Giappichelli Studies in Law)
by Claudio MartinelliThis book explores how and why the UK left the European Union and its impact on the British Constitution. The British people voted to leave the European Union in 2016, decreeing a passage of historical significance with deep political and legalimplications, as well as socioeconomic and geo-strategic consequences yet to be defined. The work explores the roots behind that decision, examining the political and legal steps that led to Brexit and analysing the consequences and prospects for the United Kingdom. It considers the ways that the British Constitution has faced the test of Brexit, and its constitutional, political and socioeconomic implications. It further examines the ways in which these implications interact in order to reconstruct a coherent and real constitutional framework. The book will be of interest to scholars and students in the fields of Constitutional Law, European Union Law, Political Science, Contemporary History, and International Trade.
Artificial Intelligence and Bioethics: Perspectives
by Luiz Vianna Sobrinho Leandro Modolo Maíra Araújo de Santana Giselle Machado Magalhães Moreno Fabiano Tonaco Borges Wellington Pinheiro dos SantosThe fourth industrial revolution challenges humanity ethically and morally: mass unemployment, new forms of colonialism, and mass-and-granular surveillance are a few examples of these challenges. Nevertheless, the industrial revolutions have increased human productivity and quality of life. This book aims to review the ethical challenges related to the use of these technologies. It unfolds bioethical perspectives regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on life on earth. It discusses both northern and southern epistemologies of bioethics. Northern bioethics comprises principles of autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice. Southern bioethics gives weightage to struggles for human liberation, social justice, and the pluralism of knowledge. The book discusses topics from aging to mass surveillance, to deliver a universal bioethical guideline to a wide range of professions that work with AI and are concerned about its impact on life. This book will not label AI, but broaden the readers' view of an ethical and explainable AI that works for life on earth.
India’s Himalayan Frontiers: History and Politics (Nepal and Himalayan Studies)
by Viney C. BhutaniThis book looks at the historical and political dynamics of the Sino-Indian border dispute in India’s Himalayan Frontiers. Going back into Tibetan history, the author examines the making of the McMahon Line at Simla Conference of 1913–14. It also takes a look at some of the neighbouring areas that had interaction with Tibet, as well as the border areas of Assam and Burma, both of which were British Indian provinces. By using new archival materials, this study further goes to consider the events during the years following the defining of the McMahon Line, which, verily, did not have a sound juridical basis even if it has been regarded by scholars as a suitable boundary. It further explores different aspects of the northern frontiers of India and Sino-Indian border dispute and relations. This volume will interest scholars and researchers of history, political science and area studies, especially those interested in the geopolitics of India, China and the Himalayan region.
Swarm Intelligence: Theory and Applications in Fog Computing, Beyond 5G Networks, and Information Security
by V. Dinesh Reddy Md. Muzakkir Hussain Priyanka SinghThis book offers a comprehensive overview of the theory and practical applications of swarm intelligence in fog computing, beyond 5G networks, and information security. The introduction section provides a background on swarm intelligence and its applications in real-world scenarios. The subsequent chapters focus on the practical applications of swarm intelligence in fog-edge computing, beyond 5G networks, and information security. The book explores various techniques such as computation offloading, task scheduling, resource allocation, spectrum management, radio resource management, wireless caching, joint resource optimization, energy management, path planning, UAV placement, and intelligent routing. Additionally, the book discusses the applications of swarm intelligence in optimizing parameters for information transmission, data encryption, and secure transmission in edge networks, multi-cloud systems, and 6G networks. The book is suitable for researchers, academics, and professionals interested in swarm intelligence and its applications in fog computing, beyond 5G networks, and information security. The book concludes by summarizing the key takeaways from each chapter and highlighting future research directions in these areas.
Frenzy (The Frank Quinn Mysteries)
by John LutzA horrific discovery at a hotel sends PI Frank Quinn and the NYPD after a madman in this thriller by the New York Times–bestselling Shamus Award winner. When half a dozen bodies are found in a hotel room, tied up and with a set of initials carved into their foreheads, the NYPD recognizes the signature of a serial killer. Ex-cop and PI Frank Quinn has faced this perpetrator in the past—and paid a price for it. But he intends to stop the murderer once and for all . . . From a winner of a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Private Eye Writers of America and a finalist for the Anthony and Edgar awards, this gritty, fast-paced novel continues the series starring the former top homicide detective who was framed for corruption and forced to retire—but isn&’t finished taking down the city&’s most terrifying and elusive criminals. &“Lutz ranks with such vintage masters of big-city murder as Lawrence Block and Ed McBain.&” —St. Louis Post-Dispatch &“A major talent.&” —John Lescroart, New York Times–bestselling author of The Missing Piece &“Lutz knows how to make you shiver.&” —Harlan Coben, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Think Twice<
Three Novel Nymphs (The Xanth Novels)
by Piers AnthonyThree cloistered nymphs discover the wild land of Xanth in this epic adventure from the acclaimed fantasy author. The idyllic splendor of the Faun & Nymph Retreat never grows old. With not a stitch of clothing in sight, the fauns give chase, the nymphs play hard to get, and they celebrate—as they put it—when they come together. Over and over again. But when three nymphs accidentally escape from the retreat, the simple creatures discover a far more complicated reality in the world of Xanth. Suddenly, they need to wear clothes, find shelter, eat food—and perform messy natural functions that weren&’t operational before. As they face these challenges, the nymphs set off on a journey to the Queendom of Thanx and soon find themselves on a mission to tame the five Elements: Fire, Water, Air, Earth, and the Void. And while they grapple with threats from each, they discover that saving the universe can be even more fun than a faun-filled day in the Retreat.
No Time Like Tomorrow: Stories
by Brian W. AldissA classic collection of twelve exciting science fiction stories from the Hugo Award–winning author of Non-Stop and Hothouse.“Brian Aldiss is a master of the form.” —The GuardianPrepare yourself for an out-of-this-world journey through time and space, in fantastic tales that skirt reality, with Science Fiction Grand Master Brian W. Aldiss at the helm . . .A one-armed mutant travels back in time on a deadly mission. A team of scientists fears what comes next when they land on a peaceful planet littered with alien corpses. Beings from the future need help from the past. A man is forced to relive one meaningless day over and over before a strange audience. A jaded sportsman gets more than he bargained for on his latest big game hunt. A governor is eager to rebuild a war-torn planet but may not be prepared for the cost . . . Originally published in 1959, No Time Like Tomorrow showcases the skills of a gifted author at the dawn of his career.