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73,99 kr. Gdy znajdziesz się na granicy śmierci, już zawsze będziesz kochał życie.Rok 1938, Bydgoszcz. Osiemnastoletni Robert Meissner mieszka ze swoją zgorzkniałą matką, pragnąc w końcu rozpocząć samodzielne, dorosłe życie. Dzięki sąsiadce, pani Anieli, która zawsze ma dla niego czas i słowa otuchy, łatwiej jest mu radzić sobie z trudami codzienności. W końcu nadchodzi moment, na który długo czekał - powołanie do wojska otwiera Robertowi drzwi do nowych przygód, doświadczeń i podróży. Wojenna zawierucha rzuca go w różne części Europy, a zadania, jakie postawi przed nim los, będą niezmiernie wymagającym egzaminem jego dojrzałości.„Jazda na rydwanie" to epicka, pełna napięcia i emocji powieść, w której wydarzenia historyczne przeplatają się z porywającymi wątkami miłosnymi, a odmalowane z pietyzmem realia życia z czasów II wojny światowej pozwalają przenieść się do świata, którego już nie ma.Świetna, wciągająca powieść! Napisana z epickim rozmachem i pieczołowitością w odtwarzaniu historycznych detali.. Nie ma nic wspólnego z nostalgiczną aurą Sienkiewiczowskiego „Latarnika", jest raczej skrzyżowaniem powieści szpiegowskiej i erotycznej, z przyprawą balzakowskiego motywu człowieka wspinającego się po drabinie społecznej i ekonomicznej. Wszystko to opowiedziane bez fałszywych nut, z literacką swadą.Zbigniew Wojnarowski – pisarzJulian Hardy stworzył wielki fresk z okresu II wojny światowej. To opowieść o wręcz nieprawdopodobnych losach i przygodach głównego bohatera, na którego największy wpływ ma historia, przedstawiona nie tylko jako tło wydarzeń, ale przenikliwa diagnoza rzeczywistości.Andrzej Dębkowski, gazetakulturalna.zelow.pl„Jazda na rydwanie" to kunsztownie napisana, epicka powieść o ludzkim losie, który potrafi kreować najbardziej nieprzewidywalne scenariusze. Ta historia o miłości, pożądaniu, trudnych decyzjach i dziejowych zawirowaniach, mających wpływ na życie jednostki, trzyma w napięciu do ostatniej strony. Nie sposób oderwać się od tej książki!Wioleta Sadowska, subiektywnieoksiazkach.plJulian Hardy - polski pisarz, autor „Jazdy na rydwanie". Autor powieści bardzo ceni sobie swoją prywatność i pragnie, by informacje na jego temat pozostały tajemnicą...
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106,99 kr. ¿Cuánto pueden el amor y la libertad dentro de una sociedad en guerra? "El canto del mirlo" –ficción atrapante y muy bien documentada– nos transporta a un pueblo de frontera en el noreste de Italia durante el siglo XIV. Se está levantando una muralla por miedo a los "otros". A esa comunidad en crisis llega Manfredo, un muchacho experto en el manejo de la espada, y conoce a Giuditta, la hija transgresora del gobernante, pero también a Manrico, su ambicioso hermano.Las aventuras y decisiones de estos protagonistas surtirán efectos a lo largo de los siglos por venir, según sabremos a través de nuevos personajes como Olivia y Gianni.El libro nos recuerda hasta qué punto la historia vive en el presente, y sobre todo nos hace querer a varias de esas personas imaginarias, aparentemente lejanas.
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40,99 kr. Orpopoika Esaias haluaa nähdä maailmaa laajemmin kuin sen mitä Pallas-tunturin laelta näkee, joten hän lähtee Rovaniemelle markkinoille. Siellä hän tapaa yllättäen upporikkaan miehen, joka haluaa palkata hänet kirjuriksi matkoilleen. Vaikka tarjous on melkein liian hyvä ollakseen totta, innokas Esaias tarttuu siihen kyselemättä.Väärää rahaa on kutkuttavan jännittävä kertomus Esaiaksen seikkailuista ja kommelluksista.Jorma Etto (1931–2016) oli toimittaja, kirjastonhoitaja sekä kirjailija, jonka laajaan tuotantoon kuuluu niin romaaneja, näytelmiä, runoja kuin kuunnelmakin.
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73,99 kr. Zwei Liebende, eine Familie, eine lange Reise.Sehnsüchtig wartet der Herzog von Belômer in Lissabon auf Wort von seiner entführten Frau Caroline. Was er nicht weiß: Caroline ist es gelungen, ihren Entführern zu entkommen. Trotzdem begibt sie sich auf ihrer Reise durch die Nordafrikanische Wüste in große Gefahr und denkt dabei unaufhörlich an ihre junge Familie. Wird sie ihren Mann und ihr Kind jemals wiedersehen? Dies ist der dritte Teil von Sandra Parettis Caroline-Trilogie.Sandra Paretti (1935–1994) wurde als Irmgard Schneeberger in Regensburg geboren und verfasste in erster Linie Gesellschaftsromane. Parettis Werke wurden in 28 Sprachen übersetzt, wodurch sie bis heute zu einer der meistgelesenen deutschsprachigen Autorinnen zählt. Ihr Werk „Der Wunschbaum" wurde zudem als TV-Serie adaptiert.
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148,99 kr. Der Golf von Mexiko im Jahre 1795. Als sie vor der Küste ein verlassenes spanisches Handelsschiff entdecken, wittern der Freibeuter Harry Ludlow und sein Bruder James leichte Beute. Doch was eine einfache Kaperung werden sollte, entpuppt sich schon bald als raffinierte Falle: Angeheizt von Machtgier und Patriotismus wird ihr Schiff, die stolze »Bucephalas«, vor dem spanischen Fort von New Orleans festgesetzt. Schnell wird klar, dass der erfahrene Seemann keine Hilfe vom hiesigen Gouverneur zu erwarten hat. Doch Harrys Name ist nicht ohne Grund in der gesamten Karibik bekannt – und so nimmt er den aussichtslos erscheinenden Kampf zur Befreiung seines Schiffs auf!»Eine gekonnte Mischung aus nautischem Abenteuerroman und Krimi!« Times Literary ReviewDer vorletzte Teil der Reihe um Harry Ludlow zieht die Hörerinnen und Hörer in ein tödliches Spiel.Ende des 18. Jahrhunderts: Harry Ludlow schmeißt seinen Offiziersposition in der Royal Navy hin um fortan als Freibeuter über die Meere zu ziehen. Auf seinen Reisen stolpern er und seine Gefährten immer wieder in brenzlige Situationen und Mordfälle, die aufgeklärt werden wollen. Mit dieser fesselnden Reihe kommen nicht nur Fans von historischen Seefahrer-Romanen, sondern auch begeisterte Krimi-Leser auf ihre Kosten.David Donachie, 1944 in Edinburgh geboren, ist ein schottischer Autor, der auch unter den Pseudonymen Tom Connery und Jack Ludlow Bekanntkeit erlangte. Sein Werk umfasst zahlreiche Veröffentlichungen; besonders beliebt sind seine historischen Seefahrerromane.
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163,99 kr. When Richard Luttrell is killed in an apparent accident by his brother, Brian, a cataclysmic chain of events is set in motion.‘Under False Pretences’ follows the fortunes of Richard’s younger cousin, Hugo, and his mission to uncover the truth behind the killing.As Hugo travels the globe, he uncovers a long-kept secret and is faced with some life-changing decisions.Throw in no fewer than two shipwrecks, a kidnapping, and the occasional dose of ‘brain-fever,’ and you’ve got all the ingredients necessary to cook up a rollicking adventure!‘Under False Pretences’ is a taut novel, full of twists and turns. It is the perfect read for those looking for an introduction to Sergeant’s work.Emily Frances Adeline Sergeant (1851 – 1904) was one of the most prolific novelists of the 19th century. Born in Derbyshire, Emily was the daughter of Richard Sergeant, a Methodist missionary, and Jane Hall, a writer of children’s books. Jane published her stories under the name Adeline, which Emily was later to adopt.During her lifetime, Adeline Sergeant wrote over 90 novels, including ‘The Story of a Penitent Soul,’ ‘No Saint,’ and ‘The Idol Maker.’ Many of her works explored the theme of religion, as her views changed from committed faith to agnosticism, and finally, to Catholicism.
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42,99 kr. The Captain Pamphile of the title is one of Dumas’ most intriguing creations.An anti-hero, the Captain is a rogue and a swindler who decides to exploit the demand for exotic animals that was prevalent in the early 19th century.However, Pamphile’s methods are unconventional, to say the least. If you like your adventures on the high seas served up with betrayal, intrigue, mutiny, and a liberal dose of sardonic humour, then this is the book for you.A satirical tale with a twist, ‘Captain Pamphile’ is the perfect read for fans of seafaring adventures.Alexandre Dumas (1802 – 1870) was one of the most popular French authors and playwrights of the 19th Century. After the death of his father, Dumas travelled to Paris where he eventually decided to work in the theatre. He first came to public attention at the age of 27 with his first play, ‘King Henry III and his Courts.’After a succession of successful stage plays, Dumas turned his hand to writing novels. Many of these were serialised in newspapers, such as ‘La Comtesse de Salisbury; Édouard III,’ and ‘Le Capitaine Paul.’Many of Dumas’ later works have been hailed as timeless classics and adapted for television and the silver screen, such as ‘The Three Musketeers’, starring ‘Lord of the Rings’´ Orlando Bloom, and ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’, starring ‘Superman’ star, Henry Cavill.
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59,99 kr. Doctor Nikola and Richard Hatteras meet for the first time. Doctor Nikola is a mysterious evil mastermind. Richard Hatteras, on the other hand, is an ordinary Australian sailor. Doctor Nikola has a plan which includes Hatteras and his fortune, but Hatteras proves to be a lot smarter than the doctor had expected, leaving Nikola facing a challenge. Hatteras is determined to oppose the villain’s plan and save everyone endangered by the doctor’s evil plan. Who who will prevail? Find out in Guy Boothby’s "A Bid for Fortune".Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.
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42,99 kr. How do you survive when tragedy is your constant companion?With nearly all his family dead, Pascal Bruno turns to a life of crime to survive. His only hope of escape is through the love of Teresa, a servant for a local Countess. But when Teresa is made to marry someone else, Pascal vows to have his revenge.Set in Palermo in the late 18th century, ´The Sicilian Bandit´ is another reliable pageturner from Alexandre Dumas. There are plenty of pirates, plots, and sword fights, and Pascal is a moody anti-hero worth rooting for.Recommended for lovers of Dumas’ more action-packed historical fiction.Alexandre Dumas (1802 - 1870) was a hugely popular 19th-century French writer. Born of mixed French and Haitian heritage, Dumas first rose to prominence in Paris as a playwright but later gained international fame with his historical fiction.Often co-authored with other writers, these stories wove together swashbuckling adventure, romance, and real events from France’s past. Among the best known are ´The Three Musketeers´, and its sequels ´Twenty Years After´, and "Le Vicomte de Bragelonne: Ten Years Later". Set across four decades, this trilogy follows the rise of the dashing D’Artagnan - from hotheaded soldier to trusted captain under Louis XIV.Dumas’ other novels include ´The Count of Monte Cristo´ and ´The Black Tulip´. His works have been adapted into more than 200 movies, including ´The Man in the Iron Mask´ starring Leonardo DiCaprio.
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59,99 kr. A plague is spreading across the world. People are dying and no cure can be found. The plague was created by a sorcerer and he is the only one who knows how to stop it. Where is he and who will dare to face the 3000 years old mummy who has finally gotten his revenge? Will humans go extinct or will they be saved? Find out in "Pharos, the Egyptian" by Guy Boothby.Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.
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102,99 kr. Set in Victorian London, ‘Name and Shame’ is an unashamed melodrama in its purest form.Following the fortunes of Alan and Lisette Walcott, alongside the adventures of Lettice Campion, this is a tale of deceived wives, attempted murder, secret identities, politics, and illegitimate children.Although the writing is taut and the plot full of twists and turns, Sergeant saves a few well-chosen words with which to take pot-shots at the role of women in Victorian society and the deplorable attitudes of the men around them.A rollicking read for those new to Sergeant’s work.Emily Frances Adeline Sergeant (1851 – 1904) was one of the most prolific novelists of the 19th century. Born in Derbyshire, Emily was the daughter of Richard Sergeant, a Methodist missionary, and Jane Hall, a writer of children’s books. Jane published her stories under the name Adeline, which Emily was later to adopt.During her lifetime, Adeline Sergeant wrote over 90 novels, including ‘The Story of a Penitent Soul,’ ‘No Saint,’ and ‘The Idol Maker.’ Many of her works explored the theme of religion, as her views changed from committed faith to agnosticism, and finally, to Catholicism.
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77,99 kr. Set in France in 1661, ‘Louise de la Vallière’ is the third and final part of the D’Artagnan Romances trilogy.With Louis XIV seeking to cement his position as the absolute monarch over the whole of France, D’Artagnan and the Three Musketeers are forced to come out of retirement one last time.However, while their intentions may be noble, there might be hidden agendas at play that could steer the foursome in the wrong direction...Packed with murder, intrigue, conspiracy, betrayal, action, and adventure, ‘Louise de la Vallière’ is as fast-paced and exciting as any of Dumas’ earlier outings.A political animal, the author allows us to see the machinations of the royal court and its effects on the general populace. At its heart, this is a romantic romp yet Dumas deftly sprinkles the twisting plot with flecks of wistful nostalgia.An ideal read for fans of ‘The Three Musketeers’ film, starring Oliver Reed and Simon Ward.Alexandre Dumas (1802 – 1870) was one of the most popular French authors and playwrights of the 19th Century. After the death of his father, Dumas travelled to Paris where he eventually decided to work in the theatre. He first came to public attention at the age of 27 with his first play, ‘King Henry III and his Courts.’After a succession of successful stage plays, Dumas turned his hand to writing novels. Many of these were serialised in newspapers, such as ‘La Comtesse de Salisbury; Édouard III,’ and ‘Le Capitaine Paul.’Many of Dumas’ later works have been hailed as timeless classics and adapted for television and the silver screen, such as ‘The Three Musketeers’, starring ‘Lord of the Rings’´ Orlando Bloom, and ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’, starring ‘Superman’ star, Henry Cavill.
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59,99 kr. Doctor Nikola meets Gilbert Pennethorne, an ordinary man whose life has gone downhill. He was tricked by his former boss who stole information about the location of a gold mine. Gilbert is determined to take his revenge while Nikola sees a great opportunity to become wealthy. He manipulates Gilbert into assisting him in the new evil scheme he has come up with.Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.
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69,00 kr. "’Så gå med mig,’ sagde den unge mand og tog drengen varsomt om skulderen.’Åh, må jeg?’’Ja, men tag kappen om dig, og tryk huen godt ned over panden, og her, tag du lygten.’Et minut efter var drengen færdig. ’Hvor skal vi hen?’ spurgte han.’Først hen at rive galgen ned og forstyrre bålet, der er rejst til vor ven, rådmand Deynoot.’’Til ham, åh, skulle han da dø!’’Nej, med den almægtiges hjælp skal han inden morgen være her i vort tilflugtssted, så er han sikker.’"I 1533 har den tyranniske spanske konge sat sig for at forfølge de hollandske protestanter ved hjælp af inkvisitionens ubarmhjertige metoder. Hollænderne overgiver sig imidlertid ikke så nemt. Både civile og adelige tager kampen op mod overmagten, og selv katolske hollændere yder bravt modstand for at beskytte deres protestantiske landsmænds ret til at tilbede Gud, som de helst vil."Tyrannen og hans datter Isabella" er en spændende historisk roman, der tager os med tilbage til en turbulent tid, hvor høj som lav måtte gøre op med sig selv, om man ville se passivt til, når uretfærdigheden sænkede sig over ens land, eller om man ville kæmpe for det, man troede på.Bogen udkom første gang i 1930.Adolphine Fogtmann (1847-1934) var en dansk forfatter, der skrev en lang række romaner og børnebøger. Hun debuterede som forfatter i 1884 med romanen "Fra Munkebjerg", som hun skrev under pseudonymet Èdini. De fleste af hendes senere bøger udgav hun under sit eget navn.
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42,99 kr. Doctor Nikola has finally found the secret to immortality, but he hasn’t put it to the test yet. He needs someone who can help him conduct some experiments. Doctor Ingleby seems to be the perfect choice since he is currently struggling financially and as such, seems willing to go to great lengths to get himself out of misery. Will Nikola and Ingleby’s experiments be successful? Find out in "Dr Nikola’s Experiment".Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.
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59,99 kr. On the Greek island of Phrosos, Count Antonio has forsaken his rank and his Prince for what he thinks is Right. He now lives as an outlaw in the hill yet he is still remembered fondly by those who knew him. Ambrose the Franciscan goes through archives and to meet people who met him to learn more, and even the Prince would do well to listen to what he comes to discover.Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins (1863-1933), alias Anthony Hope, was a British barrister, author and playwright. He wrote many novels but is mostly remembered today for his Ruritanian trilogy, which falls under the "Ruritanian romance"-genre, characterised by a fictional country in Eastern or Central Europe (Ruritania), focusing on characters from the the ruling class, and full of adventures, intrigues, and high romance.
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59,99 kr. Doctor Nikola’s goal in life is to achieve world domination and immortality. When he finds out that a secret society in Tibet is way more powerful than any other human being or government on the planet, he decides to set off on a long adventure. This society can teach Nikola how to extend life and raise the dead. But are they willing to share their knowledge? Can Doctor Nikola somehow force them to do so? Find out in "Dr Nikola Returns".Guy Boothby was an Australian author who lived in the period 1867-1905. His earlier works described life in Australia, but he gained wide popularity with his later fiction, which offered a vivid combination of crime, science fiction and horror stories.Boothby is well known for his Doctor Nikola series, a collection of novels telling the story of an occultist who seeks immortality and world domination.Other popular stories by him are "A Prince of Swindlers", which tells the story of a thief, and "Uncle Joe's Legacy and Other Stories", which is a collection of ghost stories. All in all, Guy Boothby left the world a colourful and rich literary legacy.
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77,99 kr. Written by the English author Charlotte Mary Yonge, ‘The Caged Lion’ (1870) tells the story of King James I of Scotland - the caged lion of the title - who has been a prisoner in England since childhood.It’s 1421, Scotland is in chaos, and Malcolm Stewart is desperate to protect his sister and tenants. He enters service as a royal kinsman to James I and sets out on a journey that will see him fight for his King, his country, and for love.‘The Caged Lion’ is an ideal read for those new to Yonge's authorship.Charlotte Mary Yonge (1823 - 1901) was a prolific and popular English novelist, biographer, editor, historian, essayist, and journalist. She is most famous for her novels which include ‘Heartsease’, ‘The Daisy Chain’, ‘The Young Stepmother’, and the commercially successful ‘The Heir of Redclyffe’ (1853).Yonge was also a founder and editor for forty years of ‘The Monthly Packet’ magazine, while her book, ‘History of Christian Names’, is considered to be the first serious attempt at recording the subject. Profits from her books were often donated to charitable causes.
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96,99 kr. WINNAAR VAN DE JONGE JURY DEBUUTPRIJS 2023!IJshockeyer Auke weet niet wat hem overkomt als hij na afloop van een wedstrijd in Trondheim samen met zijn Noorse rivaal Sindre door mysterieuze krijgers duizend jaar terug in de tijd wordt gebracht.Auke en Sindre blijken te zijn ontvoerd om het leger van Vikinghoofdman Heimar Helgason te versterken. Die leidt veelbelovende rekruten op tot úlfheðnar, legendarische wolvenkrijgers, om de heidense manier van leven te bewaren in een veranderende wereld.Maar Heimars zus Heidrún, meesteres van de taboemagie seiðr, heeft een andere bestemming voor Auke: één die zijn ondergang betekent, als hij niet oppast.Wolventijd is een kruising tussen ‘Vikings’ en ‘Kruistocht in spijkerbroek’ met een trans hoofdpersonage. Een meeslepend avontuur vol legendarische wolvenkrijgers, actie en ontluikende liefde.Transformatie vormt in veel verhalen van Lysander Mazee (1987) een rode draad. In Lysanders boek ‘Wolventijd’ is zijn persoonlijke verhaal verweven. De hoofdpersoon is namelijk transgender, iets wat Lysander met hem deelt. En niet alleen dat, maar ook vanwege zijn liefde voor Scandinavische sprookjes en Noorse mythologie die duidelijk naar voren komt. In 2023 won dat boek ook de Jonge Jury Debuutprijs.
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148,99 kr. El traslado de la sede catedralicia de Cartagena a Murcia desata una turbia trama de intereses. Cuando don Alonso llega a Cartagena junto a su fiel escudero para supervisar el traslado de la sede episcopal desde Murcia, enseguida comprende que el obispo de esa ciudad no actúa de buena fe. Un fraile «cae» de lo alto de la torre de la catedral después de revelar la existencia de una lista negra que amenaza a aquellos miembros del Concejo de Murcia que apoyaron el traslado de la sede. A raíz de estos acontecimientos, don Alonso descubrirá un submundo de pasadizos secretos y de frailes corruptos que lo pondrá tras la pista del escurridizo asesino.Este audiolibro está narrado en castellano.
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73,99 kr. Poznaj tajemnicę, od której zależą losy świata!Wiadomość o nagłej śmierci babci wyrywa pracującego w siedzibie NATO kapitana Henryka Sandomierskiego z codziennej rutyny jego żołnierskiego życia. Chcąc dowiedzieć się więcej na temat przeszłości członków swojej rodziny, mężczyzna odkrywa tajemnicze powiązania z polskim wywiadem działającym podczas drugiej wojny światowej. W nieoczekiwany ciąg wydarzeń, gdzie teraźniejszość przeplata się z historią, wmieszani są również zaprzyjaźniona z Henrykiem sąsiadka babci, jego przyjaciel z wojska oraz dopiero co poznana, atrakcyjna pani poseł. Wkrótce okaże się, że oni wszyscy zostali wplątani w wielką międzynarodową intrygę mającą wiele wspólnego ze śmiercią generała Sikorskiego oraz Bursztynową Komnatą...Urodził się w Krakowie w 1978 roku. Od dzieciństwa związany ze sportem. Absolwent szkółki piłkarskiej Wisły Kraków. Kłopoty zdrowotne uniemożliwiły mu studia na Akademii Wychowania Fizycznego. Wtedy rozpoczął karierę dziennikarską oraz zainteresował się filozofią, psychologią i prawem. Swoją edukację kontynuował w szkole detektywistycznej, założonej przez byłego rektora katedry kryminalistyki UJ. Po jej ukończeniu prowadził własną firmę. Obecnie mieszka w Wielkiej Brytanii wraz z małżonką i dwójką dzieci. Prowadzi autorską audycję sportową w polonijnym radiu, jest również trenerem polonijnej, młodzieżowej drużyny piłkarskiej. Tłumione przez lata zamiłowanie do pisania wybuchło w 2016 roku, czego efektem była debiutancka powieść wydana w 2019 roku pt. Cena nieśmiertelności. Bursztynowa zagadka.
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58,99 kr. El joven Xenia vive una vida apacible en Qart-Hadast, pero encandilado con la parafernalia militar decide, en contra de la voluntad de la madre, alistarse en las tropas del general Aníbal. Durante el asedio a la ciudad de Sagunto y en el campo de batalla, con las manos manchadas de sangre de sus amigos y rodeado de los cadáveres de sus compañeros, Xenia comprueba que en la vida militar hay otra realidad menos agradable y más dura, que en la mayoría de las veces está escrita con la sangre de soldados como él.Este audiolibro está narrado en castellano.
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77,99 kr. Daydreamer and book-lover, Zosina, the eldest daughter of the Archduke Ferdinand of Blitzstein, is reluctantly obedient when her father announces that she must marry King Gorgy of neighbouring Dorsa to create an alliance between the two nations.On her first visit to Dorsa, Zosina is greeted by the beguiling and handsome Prince Regent. By contrast, her betrothed, the King, is wild and disagreeable. For the sake of her people, Zosina must go ahead with the marriage with a hope that someone warmer hides beneath the King's hard exterior. Yet, the longer she spends in Dorsa, the greater her fear that the Prince Regent has her heart.A tense and romantic love triangle with a dramatic twist. "Bride to the King" is an action-packed regency romance, perfect for fans of Georgette Heyer, Julia Quinn, and Jenny Hambly.
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40,99 kr. "Pane nell’acqua" è un racconto comparso per la prima volta nel 1895 sulla rivista Graphic, successivamente incluso nella raccolta "Il diavolo e l’abisso".Il racconto è narrato in prima persona dall'autore, presente nel racconto in veste di amico del protagonista, McPhee, effettivamente conosciuto da Kipling come capo macchinista della Breslau, una nave della compagnia di navigazione di Holdock, Steiner e Chase. Anni dopo il loro primo incontro, le strade dei due s'incrociano nuovamente, quando ormai McPhee ha alle spalle una significativa fortuna e una storia lunga e avvicente da raccontare, fatta di tante avventure quante sono le cicatrici presenti sul suo volto. Da qui la volontà di Kipling di mettere per iscritto la storia del vecchio amico, fissandola per sempre nel tempo e consegnandola così ai suoi lettori e alle generazioni a venire.
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Fra 48,99 kr. Jak snadné je uvíznout ve spárech milostné magie...Markýz z Wynstantonu se pokoušel uniknout svodům lady Locadi Marshallové dlouho, ale nakonec přece jen podlehl a stal se jejím milencem. Vášnivá Locadi očekává, že s ní markýz zůstane i po smrti jejího muže. On ale raději odjíždí na jednu ze svých dobrodružných cest.Po návratu však opět skončí v náruči svojí milenky a po čase mu dochází, že se ho k sobě Locadi snaží připoutat pomocí magie... Aby se vyhnul nechtěnému sňatku, rozhodne se utéct na svůj hrad Wyn.Tady potkává mladou bylinkářku Floru, která se mu rozhodne pomoci. Čarodějnice Locadi se však nevzdává. Zvítězí nakonec čistá láska nad zlými rituály?Barbara Cartlandová (1901–2000) byla anglická spisovatelka převážně historických milostných románů. Pocházela ze slavné britské aristokratické rodiny. Je autorkou více než 700 knih a některé zdroje odhadují počet prodaných výtisků na více než jednu miliardu, je proto řazena mezi nejplodnější a komerčně nejúspěšnější spisovatele 20. století. Její romantické příběhy plné lásky a napětí z prostředí starobylých sídel anglické šlechty si získaly srdce mnoha čtenářů po celém světě.
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77,99 kr. Set during the ‘Seven Years War’ between England and France, ‘A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy’ was one of Sterne’s last works.Seen as the epilogue to his ‘Tristram Shandy’ books (later adapted for film, as ‘A Cock and Bull Story´, starring Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon), it tells the tale of Yorick, as he travels between the two countries.While visiting Paris, Yorick is discovered to be without a passport. When he flees to Versailles in order to get one, he is mistaken for the jester in Shakespeare's ‘Hamlet’. Will he be able to escape imprisonment, or is the game up for our hero?A superb satire on another author’s less-than-sentimental travelogue through the same countries.Born in Ireland, Laurence Sterne (1713 – 1768) was the son of a commissioned officer in the British army. As a result, the first 10 years of his life were spent travelling from place to place. However, at the age of 11, he was sent to boarding school in England, under the care of his brother. After leaving Jesus College with a Bachelor of Arts, he was ordained both a priest and a deacon.While he had previously written for the ‘York Gazetteer’, Sterne's uncle encouraged him to write for political journals, much to the consternation of the rest of the family. This was followed by his first novel, ´A Political Romance,’ which also put religion under the spotlight.After failing in the role of a farmer, he wrote his most famous book, ‘The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman.’ Six years later, he was to become part of the abolitionist movement, after publicly replying to a letter from former slave, writer, and composer, Ignatius Sancho.Sterne died in London, aged 54.
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102,99 kr. Although written after ‘The Companions of Jehu,’ ‘The Whites and the Blues’ details events leading up to the first book.It follows the fortunes of young Charles Nodier, who arrives in Strasbourg to study Greek under the tutelage of Euloge Schneider.However, when he gets there, he discovers that Schneider has become the town’s Public Prosecutor and is feared for his indiscriminate use of Madame Guillotine.All the while, the shadow of Napoleon lies heavy on the narrative.A page-turning read, full of political intrigue, betrayal, and romance, this is a must for fans of the ‘Sainte-Hermine’ trilogy.Alexandre Dumas (1802 – 1870) was one of the most popular French authors and playwrights of the 19th Century. After the death of his father, Dumas travelled to Paris where he eventually decided to work in the theatre. He first came to public attention at the age of 27 with his first play, ‘King Henry III and his Courts.’After a succession of successful stage plays, Dumas turned his hand to writing novels. Many of these were serialised in newspapers, such as ‘La Comtesse de Salisbury; Édouard III,’ and ‘Le Capitaine Paul.’Many of Dumas’ later works have been hailed as timeless classics and adapted for television and the silver screen, such as ‘The Three Musketeers’, starring ‘Lord of the Rings’´ Orlando Bloom, and ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’, starring ‘Superman’ star, Henry Cavill.
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59,99 kr. Jolly Roger McKay is an outcast who is running from the law, or more precisely from Cassidy – a sheriff from the Royal Mounted Police. Nada is a young girl who lives a difficult life together with her alcoholic father, who worships Jolly Roger. McKay and Nada fall in love and decide to make the most of their time together, as sheriff Cassidy is close in on them.How did Jolly Roger become an outlaw? Will he finally get caught? Do McKay and Nadia have future together? Find all the answers in James Oliver Curwood’s novel of risks and love "The Country Beyond" from 1922.James Oliver Curwood (1878 - 1927) was an American writer as well as an unwavering nature lover and conservationist. As such, many of Curwood’s action-adventure stories were based on real events from the rugged landscapes of the American Northwest. He built himself Curwood Castle, which he used as a writing studio and as a place to greet guests. More than 150 motion pictures have been adapted to or directly inspired by his novels.
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102,99 kr. Set against the backdrop of the Paris Uprising of 1832, ‘The She-Wolves of Machecoul’ is dripping with political intrigue, sinister plots, and knuckle-cracking villains.However, at its heart, the story is a romantic one, focusing on the fortunes of the eponymous she-wolves, Mary and Bertha.While the plot to establish a new monarch unfolds, Mary and Bertha are both smitten with Baron Michel Logerie.But is the Baron all that he seems, or does he have ulterior motives?Filled with thrills, secrets, and historical detail, ´The She-Wolves of Machecoul´ is a superb adventure story, which will surely delight fans of Dumas' other works.Alexandre Dumas (1802 – 1870) was one of the most popular French authors and playwrights of the 19th Century. After the death of his father, Dumas travelled to Paris where he eventually decided to work in the theatre. He first came to public attention at the age of 27 with his first play, ‘King Henry III and his Courts.’After a succession of successful stage plays, Dumas turned his hand to writing novels. Many of these were serialised in newspapers, such as ‘La Comtesse de Salisbury; Édouard III,’ and ‘Le Capitaine Paul.’Many of Dumas’ later works have been hailed as timeless classics and adapted for television and the silver screen, such as ‘The Three Musketeers’, starring ‘Lord of the Rings’´ Orlando Bloom, and ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’, starring ‘Superman’ star, Henry Cavill.
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59,99 kr. Philip Whittemore is a young man who goes on an adventure up the Churchill River. He travels to a land which he thought he knew very well, yet he finds it to be very different from what he expected. Whittemore comes across something unfamiliar, concealed among the rocks and hills outpost called Fort o’God. This place, together with its inhabitants, is shrouded in mystery.What is the purpose of Philip Whittemore’s trip? What is going to happen at Fort o’God and who is the "flower of the north"? Find all the answers in James Oliver Curwood’s adventure novel "Flower of the North" from 1912.James Oliver Curwood (1878 - 1927) was an American writer as well as an unwavering nature lover and conservationist. As such, many of Curwood’s action-adventure stories were based on real events from the rugged landscapes of the American Northwest. He built himself Curwood Castle, which he used as a writing studio and as a place to greet guests. More than 150 motion pictures have been adapted to or directly inspired by his novels.
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- 59,99 kr.