Author: Carlos Ruiz Zafon
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0063118106
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
“Ruiz Zafón’s visionary storytelling prowess is a genre unto itself.”—USA Today Return to the mythical Barcelona library known as the Cemetery of Forgotten Books in this posthumous collection of stories from the New York Times bestselling author of The Shadow of the Wind and The Labyrinth of the Spirits. Bestselling author Carlos Ruiz Zafón conceived of this collection of stories as an appreciation to the countless readers who joined him on the extraordinary journey that began with The Shadow of the Wind. Comprising eleven stories, most of them never before published in English, The City of Mist offers the reader compelling characters, unique situations, and a gothic atmosphere reminiscent of his beloved Cemetery of Forgotten Books quartet. The stories are mysterious, imbued with a sense of menace, and told with the warmth, wit, and humor of Zafón's inimitable voice. A boy decides to become a writer when he discovers that his creative gifts capture the attentions of an aloof young beauty who has stolen his heart. A labyrinth maker flees Constantinople to a plague-ridden Barcelona, with plans for building a library impervious to the destruction of time. A strange gentleman tempts Cervantes to write a book like no other, each page of which could prolong the life of the woman he loves. And a brilliant Catalan architect named Antoni Gaudí reluctantly agrees to cross the ocean to New York, a voyage that will determine the fate of an unfinished masterpiece. Imaginative and beguiling, these and other stories in The City of Mist summon up the mesmerizing magic of their brilliant creator and invite us to come dream along with him.
City of Mist Player's Guide City of Mist RPG Core, Hardback
Author: Modiphius
Publisher: Modiphius
ISBN: 9789659258741
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 311
Book Description
Hit the rainy streets of an enigmatic metropolis as a modern-day legend in search for the truth. The Player's Guide includes everything essential for players of City of Mist, both old and new - an introduction to the setting, tools for creating unique modern fantasy characters, the complete cinematic game rules, and a dramatic character development system. Made in the UK.
Publisher: Modiphius
ISBN: 9789659258741
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 311
Book Description
Hit the rainy streets of an enigmatic metropolis as a modern-day legend in search for the truth. The Player's Guide includes everything essential for players of City of Mist, both old and new - an introduction to the setting, tools for creating unique modern fantasy characters, the complete cinematic game rules, and a dramatic character development system. Made in the UK.
The Shadows of Mist
Author: Jack Chen
Publisher: Ruihau Chen
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
Taki led the way through the dense undergrowth, the ancient trees towering above them like silent sentinels. The air was thick with the earthy scent of moss and the distant murmur of the river grew louder as they approached. "Do you know what we're doing here?" Taki asked, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "We are going to find treasure!" Hyo-ge-tsu replied, his voice filled with determination. "Exactly," Taki grinned. "Do you see the river over there? No one has touched this place in hundreds of years! Come." They pushed through a final thicket of bushes and emerged into a small clearing, the river glistening in the sunlight. Taki knelt down at the water's edge, her fingers trailing through the cool, clear water.
Publisher: Ruihau Chen
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
Taki led the way through the dense undergrowth, the ancient trees towering above them like silent sentinels. The air was thick with the earthy scent of moss and the distant murmur of the river grew louder as they approached. "Do you know what we're doing here?" Taki asked, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "We are going to find treasure!" Hyo-ge-tsu replied, his voice filled with determination. "Exactly," Taki grinned. "Do you see the river over there? No one has touched this place in hundreds of years! Come." They pushed through a final thicket of bushes and emerged into a small clearing, the river glistening in the sunlight. Taki knelt down at the water's edge, her fingers trailing through the cool, clear water.
THE MADDENING MODEL
Author: Suzanne Simms
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 145928660X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Hazardous Duty Mountain guide Simon Hazard couldn't believe Sunday Harrington was his latest client. She'd probably never hiked one day of her privileged life! But it was Simon who had sweaty palms and palpitations. And they had nothing to do with roughing it in the jungle, and everything to do with Sunday's long, long legs…. Dangerous Curves Sunday wasn't about to give Simon the satisfaction of proving she was all body and no brains. Men like him were all alike—uncivilized and very dangerous. And if she wasn't careful, they'd wind up exploring a lot more than their lush little paradise!
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 145928660X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Hazardous Duty Mountain guide Simon Hazard couldn't believe Sunday Harrington was his latest client. She'd probably never hiked one day of her privileged life! But it was Simon who had sweaty palms and palpitations. And they had nothing to do with roughing it in the jungle, and everything to do with Sunday's long, long legs…. Dangerous Curves Sunday wasn't about to give Simon the satisfaction of proving she was all body and no brains. Men like him were all alike—uncivilized and very dangerous. And if she wasn't careful, they'd wind up exploring a lot more than their lush little paradise!
In the Valley of Mist
Author: Justine Hardy
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439127840
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
A personal, moving, and vibrant picture of one of the most beautiful and troubled places in the world, described through the experiences of one family, whose fortunes have changed dramatically with those of the region. If there is a paradise on earth, it is definitely here, here and only here," said the early seventeenth-century Mughal Emperor Jehangir when describing the Kashmir Valley. But for nearly twenty years this delicate mountain region has been torn by a brutal conflict that has pitched idealism against Islamist militancy and military crackdown. In the tradition of Ryszard Kapuscinski, this is an intimate story told by the author, journalist, and aid worker Justine Hardy. Having lived and worked in Kashmir for many years, she draws the reader beyond the headlines into the world of In the Valley of Mist. A family portrait, the book describes a unique and gentle culture that has been shattered by the impact of insurgency, repression, and Islamic extremism in a place once famous for the warmth between its Hindu and Muslim residents. "If you want people to know do not tell stories that will make them hold their breath like in a made-up film. Tell them the truth. It is strong enough," she was told when she asked permission of her Kashmiri friends to tell this story. Revealing and disturbing, In the Valley of Mist paints Kashmir as the template for the changing face of Islam.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1439127840
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
A personal, moving, and vibrant picture of one of the most beautiful and troubled places in the world, described through the experiences of one family, whose fortunes have changed dramatically with those of the region. If there is a paradise on earth, it is definitely here, here and only here," said the early seventeenth-century Mughal Emperor Jehangir when describing the Kashmir Valley. But for nearly twenty years this delicate mountain region has been torn by a brutal conflict that has pitched idealism against Islamist militancy and military crackdown. In the tradition of Ryszard Kapuscinski, this is an intimate story told by the author, journalist, and aid worker Justine Hardy. Having lived and worked in Kashmir for many years, she draws the reader beyond the headlines into the world of In the Valley of Mist. A family portrait, the book describes a unique and gentle culture that has been shattered by the impact of insurgency, repression, and Islamic extremism in a place once famous for the warmth between its Hindu and Muslim residents. "If you want people to know do not tell stories that will make them hold their breath like in a made-up film. Tell them the truth. It is strong enough," she was told when she asked permission of her Kashmiri friends to tell this story. Revealing and disturbing, In the Valley of Mist paints Kashmir as the template for the changing face of Islam.
1,000 Places to See Before You Die, the second edition
Author: Patricia Schultz
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 0761168656
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 1287
Book Description
The world’s bestselling travel book is back in a more informative, more experiential, more budget-friendly full-color edition. A #1 New York Times bestseller, 1,000 Places reinvented the idea of travel book as both wish list and practical guide. As Newsweek wrote, it “tells you what’s beautiful, what’s fun, and what’s just unforgettable— everywhere on earth.” And now the best is better. There are 600 full-color photographs. Over 200 entirely new entries, including visits to 28 countries like Lebanon, Croatia, Estonia, and Nicaragua, that were not in the original edition. There is an emphasis on experiences: an entry covers not just Positano or Ravello, but the full 30-mile stretch along the Amalfi Coast. Every entry from the original edition has been readdressed, rewritten, and made fuller, with more suggestions for places to stay, restaurants to visit, festivals to check out. And throughout, the book is more budget-conscious, starred restaurants and historic hotels such as the Ritz,but also moderately priced gems that don’t compromise on atmosphere or charm. The world is calling. Time to answer.
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 0761168656
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 1287
Book Description
The world’s bestselling travel book is back in a more informative, more experiential, more budget-friendly full-color edition. A #1 New York Times bestseller, 1,000 Places reinvented the idea of travel book as both wish list and practical guide. As Newsweek wrote, it “tells you what’s beautiful, what’s fun, and what’s just unforgettable— everywhere on earth.” And now the best is better. There are 600 full-color photographs. Over 200 entirely new entries, including visits to 28 countries like Lebanon, Croatia, Estonia, and Nicaragua, that were not in the original edition. There is an emphasis on experiences: an entry covers not just Positano or Ravello, but the full 30-mile stretch along the Amalfi Coast. Every entry from the original edition has been readdressed, rewritten, and made fuller, with more suggestions for places to stay, restaurants to visit, festivals to check out. And throughout, the book is more budget-conscious, starred restaurants and historic hotels such as the Ritz,but also moderately priced gems that don’t compromise on atmosphere or charm. The world is calling. Time to answer.
The Brazil Reader
Author: Robert M. Levine
Publisher: Duke University Press
ISBN: 9780822322900
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
Capturing the scope of this country's rich diversity--with over 100 entries from a wealth of perspectives--"The Brazil Reader" offers a fascinating guide to Brazilian life, culture, and history. 52 photos. Map & illustrations.
Publisher: Duke University Press
ISBN: 9780822322900
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
Capturing the scope of this country's rich diversity--with over 100 entries from a wealth of perspectives--"The Brazil Reader" offers a fascinating guide to Brazilian life, culture, and history. 52 photos. Map & illustrations.