Rabu, 20 Agustus 2014

The Shards of Heaven, by Michael Livingston

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Julius Caesar is dead, assassinated on the senate floor, and the glory that is Rome has been torn in two. Octavian, Caesar's ambitious great-nephew and adopted son, vies with Marc Antony and Cleopatra for control of Caesar's legacy.But as civil war rages from Rome to Alexandria, and vast armies and navies battle for supremacy, a secret conflict may truly shape the course of history: two sons of Caesar have set out on a ruthless quest to find and control the Shards of Heaven, legendary artifacts said to possess the very power of the gods -- or of the one God.Caught up in these cataclysmic events, and the hunt for the Shards, are a pair of exiled Roman legionnaires, a Greek librarian of uncertain loyalties, assassins, spies, slaves . . . and the ten-year-old daughter of Cleopatra herself.The Shards of Heaven reveals the hidden magic behind the history we know, and commences a war greater than any mere mortal battle.

The Shards of Heaven, by Michael Livingston

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #350448 in Books
  • Published on: 2015-11-24
  • Released on: 2015-11-24
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 8.41" h x 1.36" w x 5.95" l, 1.00 pounds
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • 416 pages
The Shards of Heaven, by Michael Livingston

Review A brilliant debut. Livingston has spiced real history with a compelling dose of fantasy! (Bernard Cornwell, New York Times Bestselling author of The Pagan Lord)Accurate history, magic, a diverse cast, intrigue and action, all set in ancient Rome. And Egypt. And did I mention the legionnaires? (Mary Robinette Kowal, Hugo award-winning author of the Glamourist Histories)Breathtaking in scope. With the first volume of a planned series intertwining Roman history and myth with Judeo-Christian mythology, Michael Livingston has created something truly epic from beginning to end.... A truly inventive epic fantasy-like novel, a massive undertaking that launches a tremendously ambitious series. (Barnes and Noble SFF Blog)This is a top-notch tale. An accomplished nonfiction author and historian, Livingston has a talent for storytelling that will keep readers immersed in the complex tale. (Library Journal)This multipronged tale is dense with action and incident; it's grounded in history, mythology, and religion, but not weighed down by them. (Publisher's Weekly)

About the Author An award-winning writer and professor, Michael Livingston holds degrees in History, Medieval Studies, and English. He teaches at The Citadel, in Charleston, South Carolina.


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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful. History seasoned with magic By Neal Reynolds This is an exquisite merging of history and fantasy. The author, who previously has had only short fiction published, is an associate professor specializing in the middle ages.The book's in three parts: The trident of Poseidon, The Battle of Actium, and The fall of Egypt. I recommend reading one part at a time and let it soak in before starting the next part. It is quite heavy on the history, starting immediately after the assassination of Julius Ceasar. While Mark Anthony and Cleopatra are characters in the book, the main characters have names of real people who are mentioned in historical records, a couple of whom very little is known. A glossary at the end of the book tells us what is known about the characters while also listing the very minor characters who are unknown to history.The writing style tends to be a bit professorial and I actually liked that. There's lots of narrative here, and less dialogue than you'll find in most novels. We see more of the thoughts and attitudes of the characters than we do of their spoken words. This conveys the illusion of this being authentic history rather than the historical fiction that it is. There is fantasy here, but it's presented in a highly believable way.All in all, this is powerful book that takes you into ancient Rome and Egypt while spicing it with a little magic.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. A step back in time through history mixed with a little Indiana Jones! By Jessica Higgins The Empire of Rome has been rocked by recent events. Julius Caesar has been murdered. An assassin has been sent by Octavian to kill the son of Caesar and Cleopatra, but fails at his duty. After Octavian and Marc Antony have joined forces to avenge Caesar’s death, the empire is split into factions. A rift is created between Marc Antony and Octavian and Octavian has managed to make Marc Antony appear as a traitor to Rome by choosing to live in Alexandria with Cleopatra and their children. Octavian’s adopted brother Juba is after religious relics that have mysterious powers. After he finds Poseidon’s trident, he discovers that the powers are actually from little shards that have been scattered throughout the earth. Based on his research, he knows that the most powerful relic in the world is the Ark of the Covenant. If he can find that, he can overthrow his brother’s shadow and rule the world.This book was an overall enjoyment for me. I have always enjoyed Roman history, even though this particular book has a bit of science fiction to it as well. There are two sets of main characters that are followed throughout the book, Juba and Cleopatra Selene as their stories are naturally intertwined through actual history. The second set is Lucius Vorenus and Titus Pullo, who might be recognized as the main characters from HBO’s Rome. The book follows the history of the events of the battle of Actium and of the suicides of Marc Antony and Cleopatra. Additionally, the book correctly speaks of the writings of Julius Caesar and the mentioning of both Vorenus and Pullo. So naturally, the book was very enjoyable (even if the sudden demise of one character doesn’t follow history quite so well. Hopefully he will be back in book two).The characters were able to develop themselves rather well. Most of the supporting characters had very few speaking roles, but played their part in mention. Overall flow of the story was great. Very little language overall and no love scenes to get in the way. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Entertaining Historical-fiction Novel By Wendell The Shards of Heaven is a wonderfully written work of historical-fiction; one which is able to evoke the awe and majesty of the final days of the Roman Republic while mixing in enough fantastical elements to create something fresh and original. Enjoyable alone, it is the first installment in The Shards of Heaven series and loudly proclaims a new voice in the genre, a writer whom we will all be reading for years to come.The story begins immediately after the fall of Julius Caesar at the hands of disgruntled senators. Rome is in chaos; the specter of war looms over all. The figures at the center of the political maelstrom are Caesar’s grand-nephew and adopted son Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus; his supposed biological son Caesarion by the Egyptian pharaoh Cleopatra; and his ally and a renowned general Marc Antony. Each of these titans of history playing a pivotal part in a dramatic assassination attempt immediately after Caesar’s deathOnce the frantic beginning is done, Shards skips ahead in time to the period before the final war of the Roman Republic, focusing on Prince Juba of Numidia. This young man is another adopted son of Julius Caesar; his biological father having fought unsuccessfully against Rome in northern Africa and having died rather than be captured; and while Juba plays the dutiful Roman and subservient brother of Octavian, deep down he is neither, but rather a hater of Rome who is diligently plotting his revenge against it. A revenge which depends on him locating and wielding the god-like powers of the Shards of Heaven; an artifact which legend says is the Trident of Poseidon and perhaps the Staff of Moses.While Juba’s quest proceeds, the narrative weaves a vivid picture of a Mediterranean world sitting upon the edge of a precipice; war seemingly inevitable, as Octavian eyes the eastern lands which Mark Antony and his paramour Cleopatra hold in trust for Caesarion and their own children. All that is needed is a spark to begin yet another war in the Roman Republic. A war which will sweep aside the old and usher in the new!As a lover of history and a student of Roman history when I was in college many decades ago, my favorite aspect of Shards was its amazing portrayal of this epoch in time. The Mediterranean world literally comes to life before your eyes. The Rome Republic and Ptolemaic Egypt shown in their true historic brilliance. Dr. Livingston delving far below the surface of each to reveal their unique natures, distinct qualities, and the huge differences which separated them from one another. And for a few hours, I actually felt like I had walked in the streets of both Rome and Alexandria, which is something I will never forget.Characters are the other highlight of this story. The faithful rendition of many familiar legendary players is extremely well-done. Octavian, Mark Antony, and Cleopatra literally burst off the pages here, mesmerizing in their grandeur and perplexing in their faults. But even more impressive than them were the other – lesser known – characters such as Caesarion, Juba, and Cleopatra Selene. Each of these youths grow before your eyes into living, breathing individuals caught up in titanic events, desperately attempting to live through it all, and it is through them (more than their more well-known co-stars) that Shards’ real story shines.My only criticism of the novel would be its assumption that readers have a rudimentary understanding of this period of Mediterranean history. As I mentioned, the beginning is fast and furious, introduces the names of Cleopatra, Caesarion, Mark Antony, and Octavian, but then fast-forwards ahead to a world where Octavian rules in Rome and Mark Antony and Cleopatra rule in Egypt. How all this occurred isn’t really explained except in the most basic ways. Not knowing how Octavian and Antony and Cleopatra arrived at this moment in history won’t necessarily keep you from enjoying Shards, but it does make it a tad bit more difficult to understand why these people are acting as they are.Fantastical elements, engaging characters, a vivid world and a fast-moving plot, Dr. Livingston has endowed The Shards of Heaven will all these elements — and many more. It really is a historical-fiction novel which should not be missed, and I’d highly recommend all lovers of intricate, epic stories to give this amazing novel a try.I received this novel for free in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. The thoughts you have read are mine alone.

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Rabu, 13 Agustus 2014

Convergence: Infinite Earths Book One, by Jerry Ordway

Convergence: Infinite Earths Book One, by Jerry Ordway

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A CONVERGENCE tie-in graphic novel, starring heroes from CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS—and RED SON! Once, there were infinite Earths. Then there came a Crisis…a Zero Hour…a Flashpoint. Worlds lived. Worlds died. But some worlds must now fight for their future—in the Convergence! The evil alien intelligence known as Brainiac has stolen 50 doomed cities from throughout time and space and sealed them behind impenetrable domes. Now, after a year, the domes will come down—and the heroes and villains of 50 dead worlds must battle to be the last one standing! In this volume: ACTION COMICS: The Superman and Power Girl of Earth-2 must stand together against the Wonder Woman of a different Earth entirely: the totalitarian world of Red Son! DETECTIVE COMICS: Dick Grayson and Helena Wayne—Robin and the Huntress—battle for the Batman’s legacy against Red Son’s Soviet Superman…and each other! JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA: Earth-2’s original heroes regain their youth to fight the antimatter universe’s Weaponers of Qward—but at what cost? INFINITY INC.: To save their world, Earth-2’s young heroes must defeat a man who’s already survived the end of his own: the post-apocalyptic Jonah Hex! WORLD’S FINEST: As the Seven Soldiers of Victory ride to war against the Weaponers of Qward, cartoonist Scribbly Jibbet must tell their tale…or die trying! The heroes and villains of one of comics’ most beloved worlds—the pre-Crisis Earth-2—take on characters from the acclaimed Elseworlds tale RED SON and more in CONVERGENCE: INFINITE EARTHS BOOK 1!

Convergence: Infinite Earths Book One, by Jerry Ordway

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #388060 in Books
  • Published on: 2015-11-03
  • Released on: 2015-11-03
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 10.20" h x .40" w x 6.70" l, 1.00 pounds
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 272 pages
Convergence: Infinite Earths Book One, by Jerry Ordway

About the Author Jerry Ordway is a writer and artist whose work has spanned over three decades and every major comic book publisher. He is best known for his work on SUPERMAN, ACTION COMICS, WONDER WOMAN, THE POWER OF SHAZAM!, CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS and INFINITE CRISIS, amongst dozens of titles.


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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Surprisingly Good By EdM. Having read and/or purchased the Convergence titles, the Infinite Earths volumes came as a pleasant surprise in that both are good reads. In this volume there are five stories featuring characters from the pre-Crisis Earth-2. Superman and Power Girl go up against the Wonder Woman of the Red Son universe (where Russia has the DC heroes) and the following tale showcases the Huntress and Robin trying to take down the Superman of that same Russia-verse.Four of the classic JSA unite once again, Dr. Fate, Flash, Green Lantern and Hawkman, to protect their city from alien invaders. The heroes start off elderly, in their eighties/nineties, but thanks to magic are able to be heroes again one last time. Happening at the same time is another attack by post-apocalyptic forces that the next generation of Infinity Inc. must contend with. The final story deals with a civilian, a newspaper journalist, and his eyewitness account of a few secondary heroes doing battle against the same aliens as the JSA.All the stories can receive four stars in this collection. The art changes for each with the best going to Detective Comics. Seeing the Red Son Superman as the hero was interesting with Robin and Huntress being the unreasonable ones as an unlikely twist. The massive explosions that are felt in the other volumes are explained here. (Two cities are annihilated by Telos) The only real downside is the final fate of the pre-Crisis Earth-2 is that **Spoiler Alert** its sent back to the great Crisis.

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four Stars By David ok art story is fun

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Senin, 11 Agustus 2014

Lust and Love: Is it more than chemistry?, by Gabriele Froböse, Rolf Froböse

Lust and Love: Is it more than chemistry?, by Gabriele Froböse, Rolf Froböse

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Philosophers have mused over them, poets have written about them and musicians have sung about them. Love, desire and passion will at some point touch everyone's life - yet they are little understood and some of the oldest mysteries of mankind. Why do people fall in love and what is love anyway? What makes people attractive? How do these emotions tie in with our physiology and how we have evolved? Lust and Love: Is it more than Chemistry? provides answers to some of these questions through the eyes of science. It takes a light hearted and entertaining approach in explaining the current scientific knowledge of why people are attracted to each other, from the first moments of meeting to how emotions change in a long lasting partnership. The book covers research from the fields of chemistry, biochemistry, neurology, psychiatry, psychology, physics and medicine while using the love story of a fictional couple to take the reader on a journey explaining the science. Additional topics on the 'tools of attraction', including the history of the lipstick, and the development of perfumes and aphrodisiacs, provide an absorbing insight into the subject. Medical treatments and conditions including contraception, erectile dysfunction and the climacteric phenomenon are also discussed. This engaging and unusual book is ideal for anyone interested in the science behind love, desire and passion.

Lust and Love: Is it more than chemistry?, by Gabriele Froböse, Rolf Froböse

  • Published on: 2015-11-09
  • Released on: 2015-11-09
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Lust and Love: Is it more than chemistry?, by Gabriele Froböse, Rolf Froböse

Review Its strength is in the way it brings together an eclectic mix of material in a concise, coherent manner.The content is so absorbing......few conceptual challenges that a good A-level student could not handle. (Education in Chemistry, 2007 (Mike Shipton))I found much in the book to interest me, particularly the section on the hormones oxytocin and dopamine.Useful as a source of chemical anecdotes on the theme of love and human sex. (Chemistry World, May 2007 (Tristram Wyatt))Engaging and unusual book (The Telegraph, 20th November 2006)


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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Not Focused By Nathan Laing This book uses the evocative title, "Lust and Love" to sell its rather broad investigation into the chemical processes present in the human -and sometimes animal- body.Whilst there is a mix of both common and scientific/technical discourse, there seems to be more of the technical. Due to this, and because the topics presented rarely focus specifically on the topic of "Lust and Love", I finished the book still waiting to read and learn more about what the title of the book suggests its main theme is.Unless you're a science student looking for quotes to use in an essay or paper, the reader hoping to find a focused investigation into the topics of lust and love may be disappointed. "Lust and Love: Is it more than chemistry?" According to this work, the answer seems to be "perhaps not much more".

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great Book By Melinda Burns One of the best books on this subject that I have ever read!! Thank you, Gabi and Rolf for writing this book!

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. ... is a book about how there is more to love than just chemicals produced by the body and the ... By Raul It is a book about how there is more to love than just chemicals produced by the body and the possibility of another force that controls the body.

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