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Please note: In S., J.J. Abrams and Doug Dorst conceived of a multi-layered novel-within-a-novel that involves handwritten notes in the margins and physical objects slipped between the pages. Because an audio edition is unable to recreate those innately visual pieces and thus the full experience...

Theseus sets off to meet his father and claim the throne of Athens. But first he must defeat many obstacles, including giants, trolls, and the vicious Crommyonian Boar. This is a brilliant retelling of one of the greatest of the Greek myths. The story of Theseus pulses with adventure, humor, and tragedy.

The epic of Thesus, the boy-king of Eleusis, ritually preordained to die after one year of marriage to the sacred queen but who defies God's decree and claims his inheritance - the throne of Athens. This re-creation of a Greek myth is written by the author of The Last of the Wine.

"Welcome to the Pelaran Alliance...." With those simple words, the Guardian spacecraft openly revealed itself to humanity, heralding a new chapter in its 500-year-long mission to cultivate our world. Earth's population must now make its first planet-wide decision - join the most powerful alliance in our galaxy or chart our own course, deciding for ourselves which civilizations are worthy of our trust. Will we be the first world to decline the Pelarans' invitation, or does their offer come with an implied threat?

What makes something the same over time, even when everything about it changes? The Ship of Theseus paradox has fascinated philosophers, scientists, and storytellers for centuries because it raises one of the most profound questions about identity and existence. Is a ship that has had all of its parts replaced still the same ship? And if so, what does this mean for human beings whose bodies and minds are constantly changing? Ship of Theseus Explained: A Complete Guide to the Paradox of Identity, Change, and Philosophy takes you on a deep yet accessible journey through this timeless puzzle, ...

There are those who live diligently, and those who meander. Then there are those who move unselfishly through life as catalysts triggering off reactions and life altering situations wherever they roam. Such is Theseus. Though his tale is one of great love lost, and friendships forged in fire, in the end it is about the overwhelming effect one simple man can unwittingly have on everything he touches. Theseus treads that thin line between good and bad, love and hate, right and wrong, madness and sanity. A wondrous tale that leads us through our own mis-wrought illusions of self aggrandizement...

Enter the Labyrinth: An INTERACTIVE Thrilling Tale of Bravery and Adventure! Join young Theseus, Prince of Athens, as he embarks on a perilous quest to confront the monstrous Minotaur! When King Minos demands a terrible tribute, sending Athenian youths to their doom in the Labyrinth, Theseus bravely volunteers to face the beast and end the bloodshed. CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE in this INTERACTIVE Ebook: This exciting retelling of the classic Greek myth will keep young readers on the edge of their seats! Experience the terror of the Labyrinth, a twisting maze filled with deadly traps and the ...

Theseus certainly has a reputation to live up to! After being saved from death as a baby, he goes on to fight the Great Tosser, falls into the clutches of Pine Bender and duffs up his uncle Laius. He even manages to defeat a horde of pirates and visits the Underworld. Oh, and he kills the Minotaur. And all in the space of this book!

Interstellar war is just the beginning Richard Hammett is no longer a captain in his beloved Spacecom. He's an admiral in the brand-new Colonial Forces in the Naxos system, tasked with defending the colony from the aliens of the Hive – and from the vengeful ships of Spacecom as well. When a scouting mission in deep space reveals the location of an alien Gate, Hammett finds himself surrounded and trapped. A Spacecom fleet blunders in, looking for Hammett to place him under arrest. With the aliens closing in, the two human fleets set aside their differences to battle a common enemy. A ...

Much like Lin-Manuel Miranda did in Hamilton, the New York Times best-selling author David Elliott turns a classic on its head in form and approach, updating the timeless story of Theseus and the Minotaur for a new generation. A rough, rowdy, and darkly comedic young adult retelling in verse, Bull will have listeners reevaluating one of mythology's most infamous monsters.

Greek Mythology for Kids Get ready for epic adventures with gods, heroes, and monsters! Step into the exciting world of ancient Greek mythology, where gods rule from Mount Olympus, brave heroes take on impossible quests, and scary monsters lurk around every corner. Perfect for kids, tweens, and anyone who loves action-packed stories! Meet legendary characters and dive into amazing tales: ✅ Zeus – king of the gods with his mighty thunderbolts ✅ Athena – super smart goddess of wisdom and war ✅ Medusa – the scary monster who can turn anyone to stone ✅ Perseus – the fearless ...

Countless civilizations have come and gone over the course of time, but interest in mythology is one of the great constants. People have approached myths from countless angles, some denigrating and self-righteous, others earnest and open-minded, but there is something mystical and universal in all myths that speaks to the reader across the years, regardless of what they know of historiography or "schools of thought".

When does the band you love cease to be the band you love? Taking such disparate elements as the writings of Plutarch and the power ballads of 80’s rockers Foreigner, screenwriter Javier Grillo- Marxuach (Lost, The Witcher, Medium) examines what it means to be a creator of art during the Big Feelings of youth and how those feelings mature into collaborating and getting the work done in middle age.

The Greek and Roman myths have never died out; in fact, they are as relevant today as ever in their sharp observations about human nature. For thousands of years, they have inspired plays, operas, and paintings; today they live on in movies and video games. Oh My Gods is a contemporary retelling of some of the most popular myths by Philip Freeman, a noted classicist. These tales of errant gods, fantastic creatures, and human heroes are brought to life in fresh and modern versions.

Jason is born the son of King Aeson. His destiny is to rule Iolcus, the land that his father's brother, King Pelias, has taken from him. When Jason comes of age, he returns to Iolcus. But the king is not yet willing to give up his throne. So he cunningly persuades Jason to accept a dare to bring back the famous Golden Fleece of Colchis. Jason accepts the challenge, unaware that he is being conned into a dangerous and perhaps fatal journey far, far from the land he loves.

Young Theseus sets out on the road to Athens to meet his father for the very first time, but faces many challenges on his journey. But even when he's reunited with King Aegeus, his adventures have only begun and he must try to break a curse by volunteering to face the deadly Minotaur and break its spell.

Does your child dream of becoming a hero? Introduce them to the exciting world of Greek mythology with "Theseus - The Hero's Journey," Volume 1 in the "Greek Mythology for Kids!" series. This action-packed adventure follows young Theseus as he embarks on a perilous quest to uncover his true identity and claim his birthright. AWESOME Graphics! DEFINITIONS for the harder words Your child will be captivated as Theseus: Uncovers a secret hidden beneath a giant rock. Trains his body and mind to overcome incredible challenges. Faces down terrifying creatures, including the ferocious Crommyonian ...

Project Spinnaker was a joint Canada-US defense project conceived in the waning days of the Cold War. Spinnaker’s secret purpose was to reassert Canada’s Arctic sovereignty by providing the capability to monitor submarine traffic in Canadian Arctic waters. The star of Project Spinnaker was Theseus - a massive, Canadian-made, autonomous underwater vehicle designed for a single purpose: laying fiber-optic cable in ice-covered waters.

Regina, trained to find the dregs of humanity, trained to kill, is forced into vacation because her peers are getting murdered. At first, the massive cruise vessel she chooses as her resort destination seems...tolerable, and then, in the span of a few hours, everyone disappears, thousands of passengers vanish. As Regina explores the ship, not only does she discover pile after pile of clothing and no bodies, she finds a fear not felt for years.

Studies have shown that developing an “atomic habit” - just doing a few minutes a day of whatever skill or habit you want to take on can be more than enough to engrain it into our lives. Therefore, we have transformed timeless, legendary stories into 10-minute, bite-size chunks long enough to entertain, enthrall, and even educate the youths but short enough to be enjoyed quickly at bedtime or any other point in our busy modern days.