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Unwed motherhood in Victorian England spells the end - your chances of marrying, chances even of working, disappear. Unless you can somehow "disappear" the evidence.... That's where "baby farmers" Amelia and Margaret come in. They'll care for your unwanted infant - for a fee. But what are they really doing with the babies? When the police find dozens of tickets for pawned baby clothes and no evidence of the babies themselves, Amelia and Margaret become wanted women, and a newborn's life hangs in the balance.

"Upon hearing that I had to consciously resist the temptation that I had to peek through the drapes to see if I could catch a glimpse of that scoundrel." Double Trouble in York is the 19th in a string of new short stories set in the late 19th century, no fictional character is more renowned for his powers of thought and observation than Sherlock Holmes.

Science Fiction Short Stories, written by The Shadowplay Collective, is a collection of the most captivating and imaginative short stories that will transport you to new worlds and challenge your perception of reality. This book is perfect for anyone who loves science fiction and wants to explore the style of the golden age of Science Fiction. The stories in Science Fiction Short Stories are set in different times and places, taking the reader on a journey through the past, present, and future. From a dystopian society where humans are segregated based on their intelligence to a world where...

Prepare to be captivated by "Science Fiction Novels Vol. 02: Five Science Fiction Novels," - a breathtaking anthology penned by the visionary authors of the Shadowplay Collective. Delve into the realms of the Golden Age of Science Fiction as you embark on an extraordinary journey through five captivating tales that will ignite your imagination and leave you spellbound. In "Captive," immerse yourself in a high-stakes game of survival where protagonists are thrust into a world of intrigue, danger, and captivity. Unravel the mysteries behind their imprisonment as they navigate treacherous ...

"Science Fiction Novels Vol. 06: Five Science Fiction Novels" - a captivating anthology written by the visionary authors of the Shadowplay Collective. Delve into a world of wonder and imagination as you journey through five extraordinary tales, lovingly crafted in the style of the Golden Age of Science Fiction. In "The Armageddon Weapon," prepare for an epic clash between powerful forces vying for control of a devastating weapon capable of reshaping the destiny of civilizations. With high-stakes conflicts, intricate plots, and larger-than-life characters, this novel will keep you on the ...

En esta novela un viajero logra avanzar cientos de siglos en el tiempo y se encuentra con el estado final de la evolucion humana, en que las clases trabajadoras acaban siendo esclavas de las privilegiadas, en una forma tan sutil que ni ellos mismos se dan cuenta.

Are you a fan of science fiction short stories? Do you crave the thrill of exploring new worlds, meeting alien species, and facing impossible challenges? Look no further than Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 06, a collection of gripping tales that will transport you to the farthest reaches of the universe and beyond. Written by The Shadowplay Collective, this anthology is a must-read for anyone who loves to lose themselves in a good story. In this volume, you'll encounter a diverse array of settings, from the icy wastes of a distant planet to the bustling streets of a futuristic ...

A collection of three short stories and two novellas written between 1897 and 1898. All the stories had first been published in various monthly periodicals and this was the first volume to collect these stories.

Are you ready for a journey through the universe? Look no further than Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 14, the latest collection from The Shadowplay Collective. This anthology of short stories will take you on a thrilling ride through the unknown, as you explore new worlds, meet alien species, and witness the wonders of advanced technology. Within the pages of Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 14, you'll find tales that will transport you to distant galaxies, where battles are fought between robotic armies and where time travel is possible. You'll meet characters who struggle to survive...

Praise for Gravity Drive: “I started reading Gravity Drive - Key to the Cosmos after dinner, figuring I'd get a couple chapters into it just to see how it started...and couldn't put it down. I read the whole thing straight through. Well done! I thoroughly enjoyed the story and the characters. I loved the aliens.” Jerry Oltion - Nebula Award winning author of over 15 novels and 150 published stories, including numerous Authorized Star Trek novels. Author's comments: If you’re reading this, then hopefully you’ve already read the first two books in the Gravity Drive trilogy. Thank you ...

Quite and out of the way JZ-21-12 was just another E-Type world not yet turned into a colony.It did make a good spot for a military base. That is until the builders started killing each other. Now the squad must rescue what’s left of the engineers and discover what happened before it happens to them! Buy your copy today!

The Time Machine is a science-fiction novella by H. G. Wells, published in 1895 and written as a frame narrative. The work is generally credited with the popularization of the concept of time travel by using a vehicle or device to travel purposely and selectively forward or backward through time. The term time machine, coined by Wells, is now almost universally used to refer to such a vehicle or device.

In the 2150s, a scientist discovers time is actually fluid; past, present, and future all exist at the same time. What he doesn't know, is if the current timeline can change when something is changed in the past. The U.S. government wants him to find out. The theme being to make right what once went wrong.

Im Jahr 1802 wandert Johann Gottfried Seume von Grimma bei Leipzig bis nach Syrakus auf Sizilien. Zunächst ist es lediglich eine unglückliche Liebe, die ihn aus seinem beschaulichen Heimatort hinaustreibt, doch im Verlauf der Reise wächst ihm Italien mehr und mehr ans Herz. Was er unterwegs erlebt, hält er in seinen Aufzeichnungen fest. Dabei sind ihm die zeitgenössische Politik und Kultur, vor allem aber die Menschen, denen er begegnet, wichtiger als jede Bildungsschwärmerei.

It’s just a routine pick up mission.In and out in a few hours no contact with the natives. But the beautiful world of Topaz isn’t anymore. Now Yaz and the squad must try and save an entire planet. But if that’s not enough first they have to save themselves! Buy your copy today!

"Deutsche Sagen und Legenden" ist ein literarischer Streifzug durch die Sagenwelt Deutschlands. Von Bayern ins Rheinland...

明治生まれの日本を代表する哲学者、倫理学者の旅行記。

和辻哲郎が20代の時に友人と奈良を旅し見聞した古美術、古建築について熱くそしてみずみずしい感性でつづられている作品です。 発売当時大ヒット作となった本書は、いまも色あせることなく美の世界へと私たちをいざないます。

奈良を旅する前に予習として聴きいておきたい作品です。

Eine lyrisch-dramatisch-epische Cavalcade von 1766 bis Heute...

In London England, an exact replica of the 17th century William Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre opened in 1995. Audio journalist, Lee Daley is exploring the Globe Theatre with actress and docent, Kitty Grimes. Ms Grimes tells us how the new Globe Theatre began while we walk through the scrim and into a Shakespeare past.

Nine of the bard’s most tragic plays, from Hamlet to Romeo and Juliet, abridged and novelised for young listeners. Hours of audio fun to keep children entertained while on the move! Introduce your children to the world of Shakespearean tragedies with these abridged stories, written especially for children. Filled with atmospheric sound effects, your children will come away with a newfound love for these classic stories!