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As captain of the crack Tribal Class destroyer HMS Hakka, Commander Graham Martineau must once again call from the ordinary seamen the ultimate in courage, and prepare to defend to the death vital convoys to Russia. No man and no ship is immortal.

King András II of Hungary has invited the Teutonic Knights to secure his eastern frontier against the nomadic Cuman raiders, establishing fortresses along the Carpathian Mountains to quell the constant incursions by pagan clans.

Vireo Reinhold relishes collecting his monarch’s proper dues. Working hard to prolong and fund the king’s never-ending war, the self-centered official revels in the perks of luxury that come with his unorthodox role. But his world upends when he unearths an ancient spellbook that promises to unlock a shadowy, forgotten magic. Embroiled in a secret affair with a fellow noble’s wife, Vireo is mortified when he’s forced to commit an unthinkable act.

From the masterful John Gwynne, Valour is the second epic fantasy in the Faithful and the Fallen series, following Malice. The Banished Lands are torn by war, as the army of High King Nathair sweeps the realm challenging all who oppose his holy crusade. Allied with the manipulative Queen Rhin of...

Acclaimed fantasist Mary Robinette Kowal has enchanted many fans with her beloved novels featuring a Regency setting in which magic--known here as glamour--is real. In Valour and Vanity, master glamourists Jane and Vincent find themselves in the sort of a magical adventure that might result if Jane Austen wrote Ocean's Eleven. After Melody's wedding, the Ellsworths and Vincents accompany the young couple on their tour of the continent. Jane and Vincent plan to separate from the party and travel to Murano to study with glassblowers there, but their ship is set upon by Barbary corsairs while en route. It is their good fortune that they are not enslaved, but they lose everything to the pirates and arrive in Murano destitute.

It is December 1878, and war looms on the horizon in South Africa. British high commissioner Sir Henry Bartle-Frere seeks to dismantle the powerful neighboring kingdom of the Zulus and uses an incursion along the disputed border as his justification for war. He issues an impossible ultimatum to the Zulu king, Cetshwayo, demanding he disband his armies and pay massive reparations. With a heavy heart, the king prepares his nation for war against their former allies.

After travelling across various airbases in India and engaging with Air Force personnel-including the first generation of Chinook or Prachand helicopter pilots, Garud Commandos, surface-to-air missile operatives and Kargil heroes-Swapnil Pandey presents a collection of true stories that are more...

The Planet Wolf Series: Volume 5 - For eons the terrifying predators known as the Dglai have been journeying, stripping planets of their resources and massacring the inhabitants. Their gigantic spaceship is about to land on Planet Wolf. Dragons, Wolves and Humans must fight to stop them, to save their three species. Which side, with valour, will win the victory? PLANET WOLF (1) Wolves and War - (2) Conflict and Courage - (3) Homage and Honour - (4) Dragons and Destiny - (5) Valour and Victory - (6) Ambition and Alavidha - (7) Paws and Planets - (8) Tales and Tails DRAGON WULF (1) Journey ...

Dopo il successo di "Malice: La guerra degli dei", vincitore nel 2012 del premio David Gemmell Morningstar, il secondo volume della saga "La fede e l'inganno". L'annosa guerra condotta dal re di Tenebral, Nathair, ha ormai devastato le Terre dell'Esilio. Insieme alla sua perfida e intrigante alleata, la regina Rhin di Cambren, i cui reali obiettivi sono sconosciuti allo stesso sovrano, il conquistatore percorre quelle immense lande con il suo esercito spietato, sterminando chiunque si opponga alla sua crociata e schiacciando sotto il suo giogo le genti sconfitte.

When a young trooper is shot in the head at the Regiment’s renowned Killing House, Nick Stone is perfectly qualified to investigate the mysterious circumstances more deeply. He has just returned from Moscow – still trying to come to terms with the fact that his girlfriend and baby son are safer there without him – so combines an unrivalled understanding of the Special Forces landscape with a detachment that should allow him to remain in cover.

This intrepid autobiography was written by Douglas Baker after having agreed, at the invitation of the Imperial War Museum, to give a series of personal interviews to tell his story, as at that time he was one of the remaining survivors of World War II. Not another run-of-the-mill rendering of war stories, this is the story of a 16-year-old youth who began his journey to manhood when he volunteered to fight on the war front in the desert of northern Africa, as well as in Italy, against the inhumanity of Hitler's fascism.

A book that examines war fiction as told in books and films. My own works are mentioned as well as powerful writers working within that field and a look at the history of such writing.

In the summer of 1999, a few 20-something-year-old soldiers, who had just completed their training, went on to become household names in the country. Their valour and bravery is etched in the memory of the nation. Hear the complete Kargil story, with a glimpse into the five crucial battles–Tololing, Tiger Hill, Three Pimples, Pt. 4875 and Khalubar–that turned the course of the Kargil War in favour of India.

Arnar is a land of warriors, its people as stalwart as the stones themselves. In a land of dark forests and ancient hill forts, a forgotten evil is awoken by curious minds. The great histories and the sagas say nothing of this evil, long passed from the memory of even the studious scholars of the college. For centuries, the scholars of Arnar have kept these records and preserved the knowledge and great deeds of a proud people. The story of these people is, forever, chronicled in the sagas of the great histories.

An essential classic, now available in Hindi.

Told by the soldiers on the ground, this is the story of the against-the-odds triumph of the Battle of Waterloo, through real-life accounts of the regimental officers and soldiers whose bravery and resolution achieved victory. Ex-Commander of the British Army Barney White-Spunner tells the story through the experiences of those who fought there and their families, using letters and diaries, and offering his unique perspective on the events. 

An Archer's Journey: A New Young Adult Fantasy Adventure In a lost colony world where science is forgotten and dragons are mere whispers of legend, a young archer named Kace is about to defy destiny. Kace, a skilled hunter from the remote mountain region, always worked hard at everything he did. When he discovers a hidden talent that allows him to communicate with a mystical creature no one else can see, his life takes an unexpected turn. Suddenly, he finds himself thrust into the heart of the kingdom, where he must navigate the treacherous world of courtly intrigue and master the knightly ...

A Compelling Tale of Self-Discovery and Unconventional Relationships In the heart of Idaho, Leo, a young man navigating the complexities of love, sexuality, and family, embarks on a journey of self-discovery that challenges societal norms and explores the boundaries of human connection. Intriguing Twists and Turns Leo's life takes unexpected turns as he grapples with a teenage marriage, an unplanned pregnancy, and a series of passionate encounters with men, including a charismatic pastor, a closeted Mormon, and a captivating stranger. Amidst this whirlwind of relationships, Leo finds ...

As evil ravages the north and the dead walk, all eyes fall to Arn.... The apprentice journeys south, home to the College, unaware of the dark events that transpired in the High Passes after his departure. His leg in ruins, and haunted by watching shadows, the College council in Arn awaits him, but he does not travel south alone.

On a world that forgot its origins as a colony... Kace, the teen archer who defied the odds, now faces a challenge greater than any he's ever known. With his loyal invisible baby dragon, Crystal, he embarks on a perilous journey filled with danger, intrigue, and ancient secrets. Their path leads them through treacherous landscapes, where they must confront deadly assassins, navigate courtly intrigue, and unravel a web of conspiracies that threaten to tear their ancient civilization apart. But as Kace delves deeper into the heart of the rebellion, their temple magicians uncover a truth that ...