James Alan Gardner Libri

More than 7,000 years ago, men and women camped on a spot called le Louvre. A thousand years later King Philippe Auguste of France constructed a fortress there in 1191; the fortress became a royal palace under Charles V two centuries later, and the monarchy's principal residence under François I in 1546. It remained so until 1682, when Louis XIV moved his entire court to Versailles. During the Reign of Terror in 1793, the Louvre first opened its doors to display the nation's treasures. A witness to French history, it has expanded to become home to a legendary collection. Gardner chronicles in the first full-length history of the Louvre in English -- adapted from jacket

The eagerly awaited sequel to All Those Explosions Were Someone Else's Fault by an award-winning author.

The narrative explores the Louvre's remarkable evolution, beginning as a modest fortress and transitioning into a grand royal residence before becoming the preeminent art museum globally. It delves into the historical significance and architectural transformations that marked its journey, highlighting key events and figures that shaped its legacy in the art world. This account reveals the rich heritage and cultural importance of one of the most visited museums.

Featuring three distinct narratives, this collection showcases the imaginative prowess of renowned science fiction authors. Each story delves into unique themes and explores futuristic concepts, offering readers a diverse range of speculative fiction. The authors' individual styles shine through, creating a captivating experience that highlights the breadth of the genre. Ideal for both seasoned fans and newcomers, this anthology promises thought-provoking tales that challenge perceptions of reality and humanity's place in the universe.

On any given planetdown mission, there's always someone whose job it is to walk into danger and get killed. What must it be like to be him, knowing your lifespan is as short as a fruitfly's?

Monsters versus superheroes, in a quirky mash-up of comic books and classic horror—by an award-winning Canadian SF author.

Two species lived in peaceful coexistence on the planet Demoth until a deadly plague wiped out millions of the winged Ooloms while leaving humans untouched, helpless to do more than ease the suffering of their alien friends and neighbors. Faye Smallwood saw the horror firsthand, caring for the plague victims in her father's hospital. She was there when he discovered the cure that made him famous. She was also there when a freak accident killed him.Desperate to escape her past, Faye joins the Vigil, a band of fiercely independent monitors charged with rooting out government corruption. To help in this struggle, her mind is linked to the powerful datasphere that regulates the planet...and suddenly, she receives a cryptic vision promising peace and healing. Instead, Faye becomes the target of unknown assassins in a sinister conspiracy that threatens to unleash a new and more deadly outbreak.For humans and Ooloms were not the first species to inhabit Demoth. Somewhere in the ruins of long-abandoned settlements, something was left behind: an alien technology of unimaginable potential to build -- or destroy. Enemy agents will stop at nothing to find it. Some of Faye's own people will kill to uncover its secret. With no one else to trust, she turns to the one person who can help unravel the mystery: Festina Ramos -- explorer, outcast, ever-vigilant champion of those whom society deems expendable.

When a female student at a private school is murdered by an unknown alien organism and her boyfriend suddenly vanishes, teacher Philemon Abud Dhubhai finds himself, along with the murdered girl's mother, a notorious criminal, and five other misfits, in a deadly conspiracy that could threaten Earth's future. Original.

August 1918, a group of friends gathers in Western Pennsylvania for a two-week camping road trip, but these were not ordinary friends-and this was no ordinary time. A Chance to Breathe follows Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, John Burroughs, and Harvey Firestone, along with a caravan of vehicles and a slew of helpers, on their thousand-mile journey through the heart of America a little over a century ago. Their unlikely and fascinating friendships are matched only by their individual stories. Traversing the countryside by car, the famous campers would be some of the first participants in what would later become a traditional summer staple known as The Great American Road Trip. Having largely invented the modern world, these "vagabonds" were hoping, at least for a moment, to escape it. And who could blame them? Life in 1918 was exhausting. World War One raged in Europe while humanity braced for yet another wave of the Spanish Flu, which in the end, would prove to be more like a tsunami. Racing through America's first frontier, the story of Appalachia and West Virginia are brought to light, as are the stories of the people and places encountered along the way. In the end, A Chance to Breathe is a story of friendship, adventure, and the indomitable human spirit.

This installment continues the adventurous journey through the South Pacific, following Captain Mobley and the crew as they navigate Bligh Waters. The narrative builds on previous explorations, offering new islands and experiences while expanding the overarching storyline of the Odyssey Down Under series. The book promises to deliver thrilling maritime escapades and deepen the reader's connection to the characters and their adventures.