Containing 25 thought-provoking essays by the most heavily-cited authority on LOST, Pearson Moore's LOST Humanity, University Edition serves as a solid basis for discussion and analysis of the 21st century's most intellectually challenging television series. With six new chapters, two of them never before published, this volume represents the most complete distillation of Moore's ideas regarding this fascinating cinematic adventure. Vibrant prose and provocative concepts will keep you engaged through all 418 pages of Moore's masterwork.

Moore believes the structure of LOST is undergirded by three "nonlinear" elements: Disorientation, Metadrama, and Chaos Theory. He penetrates the symbolic, literary, and metaphorical LOST universe with in-depth analysis that never lets go, keeping you immersed in the storytellers' world and delivering insightful appreciation of the showrunners' rubrics and art. There's no filler here. No interviews with actors or producers, no discussion of hairdos or affairs. No weird theories. Just solid, thoroughly-researched, piercing analysis by a thinker who digs deep beneath the surface. You may feel exhausted after a chapter. You may be shocked. You may become angry. But you will never be bored.

The heart of the book begins with Chapter 13. It is here that Moore begins his compelling analysis of LOST's complicated structure. As he states in Chapter 17, "The Cork Stone," Moore does not feel LOST represents postmodern thinking. His views are sure to arouse controversy and will fuel many classroom debates. The core of Moore's argument is the concept of the Strange Attractor, an idea borrowed from chaos theory. It is here that Moore's analysis shines, allowing a depth of understanding never before achieved.

The characters of LOST come alive as never before in LOST Identity, the second in a series of companion books by always-insightful Pearson Moore. You will see your favorite characters in a new light as Moore illuminates the fascinating connections and conflicts between the most important and beloved survivors of Oceanic Flight 815. What was Vincent's secret role on the Island? Who was steadier in faith than John Locke? What was really behind the apparitions of Jack's father, Christian Shephard? Which of the characters altered the course of the past and paved the way for Jack to become the Protector of the Island? These questions and hundreds of lively topics are addressed in the 226 engrossing pages (80,000 words) of LOST Identity. The book contains 18 ArtGUS original drawings, including 19 character portraits, five of which were commissioned especially for LOST Identity. The five new original works include beautiful interpretations of Rose Nadler, Danielle Rousseau, Jin Kwon, Sun Kwon, and Kate Austen. These new creations have never been seen before, and are not available for sale anywhere. They may be viewed only in the pages of LOST Identity.

Reviews "Myeerah...is expertly placed to interact with several historical personages and provides an engaging account of early Canadian history...Her...compelling story and character arc stand at the heart of the novel...Exquisite historical detail...Excellent novel." -J. A. Beard, Good Book Alert "I read Cartier's Ring cover to cover...-right through the night, in fact-for the simple reason that I couldn't put it down. Pearson Moore has given us lasting love, bloody war and a clash of cultures set on the high seas... and in the incomprehensibly vast wilderness of 17th century Canada...and leaves his readers dying to know what happens next...Cartier's Ring is a superbly researched, marvelously written book, and I can't wait for the sequel." -Paula Cohen, bestselling author of Gramercy Park "Myeerah is the real heroine, a young girl...who's forced to grow up very quickly...I'm not ashamed to say that a few times I had a lump in my throat as I read. Moore has brought to life a period of history...I could almost feel...the camps and forests and ships. The battle of the characters became my battle, too. From the first page to the last, the story is gripping. A tale of love, of family, of honor and of power, it's fitting tribute to the birth of a nation." -Barbara Elsborg, bestselling author of Strangers She is healer, hunter, warrior. Her strength will inspire generations. Her courage will found a nation. Experience history as never before. See the story of North America through the eyes of the woman who lived and breathed it: Myeerah of Hawk Clan, Matriarch to a nation. About the Novel: "Only men have dreams such as this, not girls. Not the daughter of a slave." So begins an adventure that will span eight decades across two continents and dozens of historical figures. From swashbuckling pirates on the high seas to the slave traders of Mexico, to the genocidal wars of North America, Pearson Moore engages from the very first page, using a vibrant prose style that captivates the imagination, and the heart. Twelve years of intensive research went into building the rich historical background for Cartier's Ring, including dozens of trips to Quebec, Montreal, Upstate New York, and Midland, Ontario. But it is the emotional depth of Myeerah's story that brings the novel to life. You will feel her pain as she is beaten and enslaved, touch her tear-streaked face as she witnesses the ritual torture and execution of her brother, share in her joy as she overcomes deprivation and starvation, and cheer when she vanquishes her enemies. Using rarely-deployed but highly effective narrative devices, Moore immerses you in a strange world that is attractive in its humanity and intriguing in its statements about our common heritage and destiny. This novel is unabashed in its proclamation of feminine strength, courage, and tenacity. It is a rich and powerful testament to the ideals that founded a nation, and the indefatigable will of the women and men who shared a common vision. Most of all, this is Pearson Moore's tribute to a country and a philosophy of life; his passion is evident on every page. Cartier's Ring is that rare creation that will change the way you think about the world, about your own country, and most of all, about what it means to be a vital contributor to family, culture, and country.

Pearson Moore, author of LOST Humanity and LOST Identity, has collected his Game of Thrones essays into a book. You will find the essays not only intriguing, but irresistible in the way they open up new ways of thinking about television's most exciting new fantasy drama. These are essays unlike any you have read before. Pearson Moore digs deep into the heart and soul of Game of Thrones, immersing readers in the world of Westeros, bringing unparalleled enjoyment, complexity, and appreciation to the most fascinating fantasy series ever made for television. After reading "Game of Thrones Season One Essays," you'll want to see the episodes again and again; Moore's compelling prose and captivating ideas will enrich your viewing experience with a depth of insight available nowhere else. The Season One Essays include the engaging 7000-word essay on Moore's favorite character, Bran Stark, as well as the 11,000-word overview of the history of Westeros. You will find no dry lists of names and dates in this history. Moore challenges on every page, connecting characters, events, and chronologies with thesis and themes, creating the novel ideas that are the hallmark of Moore's commentary on television drama. This first volume of Game of Thrones essays contains twenty-one long (3000- to 11,000-word) articles, 88,000 words total, with chapters on each of the ten episodes, five of the major characters (Bran Stark, Jon Snow, Tyrion Lannister, Ned Stark, and Daenerys Targaryen), and several of the important themes. Two full chapters are given to the analysis of the direwolves scene from Episode One, which Moore considers to the be the central scene of Season One. You will find no more complete, challenging, and stimulating collection of essays on Game of Thrones. Tens of thousands of readers worldwide consider Pearson Moore must-read to fully plumb the depths of LOST, Mad Men, and Game of Thrones. Now you can read all of his Season One essays in one volume. The direwolves await