Author: Alfred Lansing Publisher: Basic Books ISBN: 0465058795 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 412
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Experience one of the greatest adventure stories of the modern age in this New York Times bestseller: the harrowing tale of British explorer Ernest Shackleton's 1914 attempt to reach the South Pole. In August 1914, polar explorer Ernest Shackleton boarded the Endurance and set sail for Antarctica, where he planned to cross the last uncharted continent on foot. In January 1915, after battling its way through a thousand miles of pack ice and only a day's sail short of its destination, the Endurance became locked in an island of ice. Thus began the legendary ordeal of Shackleton and his crew of twenty-seven men. When their ship was finally crushed between two ice floes, they attempted a near-impossible journey over 850 miles of the South Atlantic's heaviest seas to the closest outpost of civilization. With an introduction by Nathaniel Philbrick, Endurance is the definitive account of Ernest Shackleton's fateful trip. Alfred Lansing brilliantly narrates the gripping and miraculous voyage that has defined heroism for the modern age.
Author: Tamora Pierce Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1481439588 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 272
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Eleven-year-old Alanna, who aspires to be a knight even though she is a girl, disguises herself as a boy to become a royal page, learning many hard lessons along her path to high adventure.
Author: John Granger Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1101133139 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 337
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Harry Potter. The name conjures up J.K. Rowling's wondrous world of magic that has captured the imaginations of millions on both the printed page and the silver screen with bestselling novels and blockbuster films. The true magic found in this children's fantasy series lies not only in its appeal to people of all ages but in its connection to the greater world of classic literature. Harry Potter's Bookshelf: The Great Books Behind the Hogwarts Adventures explores the literary landscape of themes and genres J.K. Rowling artfully wove throughout her novels-and the influential authors and stories that inspired her. From Jane Austen's Emma and Charles Dickens's class struggles, through the gothic romances of Dracula and Frankenstein and the detective mysteries of Dorothy L. Sayers, to the dramatic alchemy of C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and William Shakespeare, Rowling cast a powerful spell with the great books of English literature that transformed the story of a young wizard into a worldwide pop culture phenomenon.
Author: E.M. Forster Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan ISBN: 2022031903 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 1309
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Greatest Collection of Adventure and Science Fiction (Set of 4 Books) by E.M. Forster: Embark on thrilling adventures and explore imaginative worlds with the Greatest Collection of Adventure and Science Fiction. This captivating set of four books by E.M. Forster takes readers on a journey through time and space, blendingelements of adventure and science fiction. From epic quests to futuristic landscapes, these imaginative tales captivate the imagination and offer an escape into the realms of possibility. Key Aspects of the Book Greatest Collection of Adventure and Science Fiction: Richly Imagined Worlds: E.M. Forster's books transport readers to vividly imagined worlds, whether it's the past, the future, or fantastical realms. The settings come alive with intricate details, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the wonders and dangers of these captivating landscapes. Epic Quests and Adventures: Each book in the collection presents thrilling quests and adventures, challenging the characters to overcome obstacles, face unknown dangers, and discover the depths of their own courage and resilience. The narratives are filled with excitement, suspense, and moments of profound discovery. Exploration of Human Nature: Amidst the adventurous plots, Forster delves into the complexities of human nature, exploring themes such as identity, love, morality, and the pursuit of knowledge. The characters undergo personal transformations, grappling with existential questions and their place in the vast universe. E.M. Forster was an English novelist and short story writer, known for his insightful exploration of human relationships and society. While Forster is most renowned for his novels such as A Room with a View and Howards End, the Greatest Collection of Adventure and Science Fiction showcases his versatility and imaginative storytelling in the realms of adventure and science fiction. Each book in the collection is a testament to Forster's storytelling prowess and his ability to transport readers to captivating worlds.
Author: Avi Publisher: Scholastic Inc. ISBN: 054592247X Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 232
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Avi's treasured Newbery Honor Book now in expanded After Words edition!Thirteen-year-old Charlotte Doyle is excited to return home from her school in England to her family in Rhode Island in the summer of 1832. But when the two families she was supposed to travel with mysteriously cancel their trips, Charlotte finds herself the lone passenger on a long sea voyage with a cruel captain and a mutinous crew. Worse yet, soon after stepping aboard the ship, she becomes enmeshed in a conflict between them! What begins as an eagerly anticipated ocean crossing turns into a harrowing journey, where Charlotte gains a villainous enemy . . . and is put on trial for murder!After Words material includes author Q & A, journal writing tips, and other activities that bring Charlotte's world to life!
Author: Jules Verne Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 8903
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The goal of this collection of the greatest sea adventure novels is to awake your lust of voyage, your sense of adventure and the joy of discovery. Content: Captain Charles Johnson: The History of Pirates R. L. Stevenson: Treasure Island Jack London: The Sea Wolf The Mutiny of the Elsinore A Son of the Sun Daniel Defoe: Robinson Crusoe Captain Singleton Tobias Smollett: The Adventures of Roderick Random Walter Scott: The Pirate Frederick Marryat: Mr. Midshipman Easy Masterman Ready; Or, The Wreck of the "Pacific" Edgar Allan Poe: The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket James Fenimore Cooper: The Pilot: A Tale of the Sea The Red Rover Afloat and Ashore: A Sea Tale Miles Wallingford Homeward Bound; Or, The Chase: A Tale of the Sea Thomas Mayne Reid: The Ocean Waifs: A Story of Adventure on Land and Sea Victor Hugo: Toilers of the Sea Herman Melville: Redburn White-Jacket Moby Dick Benito Cereno R. M. Ballantyne: The Coral Island: A Tale of the Pacific Ocean Fighting the Whales Jules Verne: The Voyages and Adventures of Captain Hatteras In Search of the Castaways; Or, The Children of Captain Grant 20 000 Leagues under the Sea Dick Sand: A Captain at Fifteen An Antarctic Mystery L. Frank Baum: Sam Steele's Adventures on Land and Sea Randall Parrish: Wolves of the Sea Charles Boardman Hawes: The Dark Frigate The Mutineers Joseph Conrad: The Nigger of the 'Narcissus' Lord Jim Typhoon The Shadow Line The Arrow of Gold Rudyard Kipling: Captains Courageous Ralph Henry Barbour: The Adventure Club Afloat Rafael Sabatini: Captain Blood The Sea-Hawk Jeffery Farnol: Black Bartlemy's Treasure Martin Conisby's Vengeance Henry De Vere Stacpoole: The Blue Lagoon The Garden of God
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