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Gorgeous Collector's Edition. Many medieval writers, especially
from France and Wales, wrote stories about the great British
leader, King Arthur. Legends, folklore and myths from this period
come together to paint a picture of who he was with some describing
him as a great warrior, defending Britain from its enemies, while
others suggest Arthur had magical qualities. Throughout this
mystery, King Arthur has become an iconic figure, known for his
court and knights and his chivalric adventures. This collection
offers a selection of myths, featuring Arthur's knights of the
round table, his love for Queen Guinevere and of course the
ultimate betrayal by his most trusted knight, Sir Lancelot. Flame
Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative
fiction, authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative
literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the
best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking
and collectable library. Each book features a new introduction and
a Glossary of Terms.
Helmut Schwab's stories reflect the diversity of life through
human encounters, observations, visions, or just stories?romantic,
funny, serious, or just so?from Provence to Munich, San Francisco,
or the gardens of Princeton?from Arizona to biblical Galilee, a
bombing night in Afghanistan, a vision in Jerusalem, or some hope
in prison?or by describing the funny small animals in the garden?or
a children's ball rolling along the road.
A clear vision of reality renders the stories colorful and
lively?based on sensibility for joy, sorrow, suffering, love, or
humor?written at times with a smiling, at times with a crying face.
For computer reading see ?www.schwab-stories.com?
Looking up, he saw something whitish behind the shrine. The
daylight was fading, and the shoemaker peered at the thing without
being able to make out what it was. "There was no white stone here
before. Can it be an ox? It's not like an ox. It has a head like a
man, but it's too white; and what could a man be doing there?" He
came closer, so that it was clearly visible. To his surprise it
really was a man, alive or dead, sitting naked, leaning motionless
against the shrine. Terror seized the shoemaker, and he thought,
"Some one has killed him, stripped him, and left him there. If I
meddle I shall surely get into trouble." Also includes "Three
Questions," "The Coffee House of Surat," and "How Much Land Does a
Man Need?"
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Unsteady Earth
(Paperback)
Marie-Jeanne Urech; Translated by Andrea Reece
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R161
Discovery Miles 1 610
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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First published in 1931, this new edition is now available. It is a
collection of short stories set within the timeframe of Sabatini's
best-selling novel 'Captain Blood'. A second collection of short
stories 'The Fortunes of Captain Blood (1936) is also available.
Tam O'Shanter meets Manga... Whene'er to drink you are inclin'd, Or
cutty-sarks run in your mind, Think! ye may buy joys o'er dear-
Remember Tam o' Shanter's mare. This vibrant and appealing
adaptation of Tam O'Shanter brings the work of Robert Burns and the
Scots language to life for a new generation through the medium of
manga in this graphic novel for the 10-14 age range. Using the full
and unabridged original poem, Richmond Clements a writer, editor
and colourist, has adapted one of Burns' best-loved works. The
illustrater, Inko, is a UK based Japanese manga and comic artist.
Her work combines modern & traditional Eastern and Western
cultures in this exciting edition.
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