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Into this landscape comes Sherlock Holmes, casting the light of reason and modern logic wherever he goes. Can the Great Detective prevail against centuries of ingrained superstition and ritual? Can the modern science of deduction overcome belief in the oldest of evils? Can Sherlock Holmes, in 12 new tales by modern masters of horror, triumph over superstitions, new and old, and the ghoulish monsters and madmen who exploit them?

Fans of John Carpenter's The Thing can rejoice - here is the original, previously-unpublished, longer version of John W. Campbell's classic story, Who Goes There?, filmed as The Thing and The Thing from Another World. Recently discovered at Harvard by scholar Alec Nevala-Lee, long buried in John W. Campbell's papers, here is the original version of Who Goes There? Included is a preface by Alec Nevala-Lee, an introduction by science fiction grandmaster Robert Silverberg, and the complete text of this newly discovered version of the classic novel.

The New York Times bestselling guide to the lifesaving diet that can both prevent and help reverse the effects of heart disease Based on the groundbreaking results of his twenty-year nutritional study, Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease by Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn illustrates that a plant-based...

"Who Goes There?" is the novella that formed the basis of John Carpenter's classic film The Thing. Campbell's classic story tells of an Antarctic research base that discovers and thaws the ancient, frozen body of a crash-landed alien with terrifying results!

John W. Campbell Jr.’s Who Goes There? is a chilling and masterfully crafted science fiction classic that delves into themes of paranoia, survival, and the unknown. Set in the frozen isolation of Antarctica, the story follows a group of scientists who uncover a mysterious alien organism buried in the ice. What begins as a groundbreaking discovery quickly spirals into terror when the creature reveals its horrifying ability to mimic any living being perfectly.

John W. Campbell Jr.'s "The Classic Collection" is a remarkable anthology that showcases the genius of one of science fiction's most influential writers.

When the Atoms Failed by John W. Campbell, Jr. is a visionary science fiction adventure that pits humanity against a devastating Martian threat in a high-stakes battle of science, willpower, and survival. Set in the early atomic age, this gripping tale follows Stephen Waterson, a brilliant inventor who constructs the revolutionary spaceship Terrestrian to confront an alien menace wielding the terrifying power of atomic energy.

The Five Brothers: Our Journeys to Successful Careers in Law & Medicine chronicles the lives of five African American men pursuing and conquering their educational and professional goals. These five champions demonstrate that sports and entertainment are not the only avenues to success for Black males, and as mentors, husbands, advocates, brothers, community leaders, sons, and men of faith, they share their experiences with the kind of honesty and transparency that leaves us with doses of joy and hope in a time where not enough of these things exist.

The Last Evolution by John W. Campbell Jr. is a visionary science fiction classic that explores the profound future of humanity and artificial intelligence. Set in a world where machines have surpassed their creators, this thought-provoking novella examines the evolution of consciousness, the decline of mankind, and the rise of intelligent machines as Earth's final guardians.

The Ultimate Weapon is a thrilling science fiction novel that pits humanity against an unstoppable alien force. When an advanced alien fleet sets its sights on Earth, one scientist stumbles upon a mysterious and devastating weapon that could be the key to survival. A gripping tale of war, strategy, and technological discovery.

There’s always somewhere to go, someone to defeat! At least that’s what Ryan believed until he ran out of challenges, adventures, and stories. Bored with his life as a casual player, he slipped easily into the lifestyle of a professional gamer. After reaching the pinnacle of success, an email arrived from the mysterious Beta Academy. With his best friend and self-proclaimed bodyguard, Dimitri, he decides to take a chance and accept the strange offer contained within.

"Islands of Space" is a science fiction novel generally credited with introducing the concepts of hyperspace and the warp drive to science fiction. The novel concerns the adventures of a trio of heroes, Arcot, Morey and Wade... "As Earth's faster-than-light spaceship hung in the void between galaxies, Arcot, Wade, Morey and Fuller could see below them, like a vast shining horizon, the mass of stars that formed their own island universe.

Ryan and Dimitri thought the tournament just had to be the easy part, right? But now Ryan and crew are dealing with an internal power struggle. Their inability to mesh as a team is costing them time and threatening to give Omega an even greater advantage. To top it off Dimitri’s horrible jokes, don't seem to have any kind of stoppage in sight. Omega’s reign of terror is virulently spreading, threatening to end everyone's freedom, their expression, and even their lives. Will there be enough time to get their act together with Omega's acolytes terrorizing the lands?

Join the legendary scientific trio of Arcot, Wade, and Morey as they embark on a thrilling intergalactic quest against the most merciless aliens in the cosmos. Racing through countless worlds, they uncover hidden secrets and transform them into powerful weapons to defend Earth and its allies. Yet, as the ferocious Thessian enemy grows stronger, colossal space battles become mere skirmishes in an all-out galactic war. Can the Earth team unleash enough energy to halt the advance of these invincible foes, or will the universe itself be consumed in one final explosive showdown?

As the Earth‚As faster-than-light spaceship drifted in the vast void between galaxies, Arcot, Wade, Morey, and Fuller gazed down at a breathtaking sight‚Aîa shimmering expanse of stars that formed their own island universe. Morey calculated rapidly with his slide rule, exclaiming, We made excellent time! Twenty-nine light years in just ten seconds! And you had it on only half power. With a determined push of the control lever to full power, the ship hummed with energy, and sparks crackled in the control room as they hurtled through the darkness of intergalactic space at unimaginable ...

Join John Campbell Jr. as he takes us on a thought-provoking journey into the future of humanity and evolution. What will mankinds ultimate form be in 100,000 years? How will we evolve, and what will our descendants look like? It was 2538 years after the Year of the Son of Man. For six centuries, mankind had been perfecting machines. The Ear-apparatus was discovered seven hundred years prior, followed by the Eye, and much later, the Brain. By the year 2500, machines had evolved to think, act, and operate autonomously. Humanity thrived on the fruits of these creations, while the machines ...

Dive into a thrilling adventure with Black Star Passes, where a daring sky pirate wields his own ingenious weaponry. Experience the tension of first contact with a formidable alien race, a perilous encounter that could jeopardize the safety of two planets. As an ominous dark sun approaches, bringing with it marauders determined to unravel civilization in our Solar System, the brilliant team of scientist-astronauts‚AîArcot, Wade, and Morey‚Aîmust rise to the occasion. This captivating tale marks the early triumphs of John W. Campbell, showcasing his extraordinary imaginative prowess in ...

In The Voice of the Void by John W. Campbell, Jr., a dying sun drives humanity to the edge of extinction—and into the stars. As scientists race to develop revolutionary space travel and seek refuge among distant worlds, a discovery awaits that could alter the very fabric of existence.

host Kenny Kamz delves into the major events and issues currently shaping our world, from the unique perspective of a philosopher. From politics to social justice, environmental crises to technological advancements, Kenny examines these developments' ethical and philosophical implications, challenging listeners to question their assumptions and explore new perspectives.   Kenny explores questions such as: What underlying values and assumptions shape our political and social systems? How can we think about justice and equality in an increasingly interconnected world? What does the rise of ...

"Invaders from the Infinite" is a science-fiction novel by author John W. Campbell, Jr. E. F. Bleiler, noted editor of science-fiction literature, described the novel as "the early John W. Campbell story par excellence: weak novelistic skills combined with very strong speculative, imaginative theoretical physics. While one may be bored with the interminable lectures and rendered drowsy by the repeated space battles, but one must also admire Campbell's ingenuity in creating novel artifacts".