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The Railhead At Kysyl Khoto
The Railhead at Kysyl Khoto by Allen Kim Lang is an intriguing novel that combines elements of adventure, mystery, and historical fiction. Published in 1935, the book is set against the backdrop of the vast and often enigmatic landscape of Mongolia during the early 20th century. The story centers around the construction and operation of a critical railhead at Kysyl Khoto, a remote location in the Mongolian steppes. The railhead is a pivotal point in the region's transportation network, and its development brings with it a host of challenges and opportunities. Lang's narrative captures the complexities of this ambitious project, as well as the diverse array of characters involved in its progr...
Visions of the Cosmos
Space Opera is a sub-genre of science fiction that emphasizes space warfare, melodramatic adventure, interplanetary battles, and chivalric romance. Using larger-than-life characters, dramatic settings, and sophisticated technology, space opera transports readers into the expanses of a frequently war-torn galaxy where the stakes are as high as the outer limits of the imagination allow. This collection, "Visions of the Cosmos," curates three stellar examples of space opera that not only explore diverse aspects of this expansive genre but also reflect its evolution from simple pulp fiction to complex narratives that address deep philosophical questions. Featured Stories Box-garden This intrigui...
The Amish
The Amish have always struggled with the modern world. This title explores diversity and evolving identities within this distinctive American ethnic community, and its transformation and geographic expansion. It provides an authoritative and sensitive understanding of Amish society.
Contemporary Science Fiction Authors
This bio-bibliography of the golden age of the science fiction field includes 308 biographies compiled from questionnaires sent to the authors, and chronological lists of 483 writers' published works. This facsimile reprint of the 1975 edition includes a title index, introduction, and minor corrections. A now-classic guide to the major and minor SF writers active in the early 1970s.
Thrill of the Chaste
Weaver-Zercher blends academic analysis with her own experiences of researching, reading, and talking with others about Amish fiction in order to explore the phenomenon, with particular attention to the hypermodernity and hypersexuality that are fueling the appeal of the genre for evangelical Christian readers.
Murder Most Foul
FIFTEEN STORIES ABOUT THE MOST HEINOUS CRIME OF ALL… Of all the crimes humankind can commit, the act of murder—of cold-bloodedly taking another human life—is often the most shocking, and can tear couples, families, and even entire towns apart. Mystery Writers of America is proud to present this volume in the Classics series, featuring fourteen stories by acclaimed writers, all exploring the terrible crime of murder. From chill-master Robert Bloch comes a story of outwardly domestic bliss, but with rotten secrets at its core. Mystery master Dorothy Salisbury Davis takes us to a small town where the killing of a mean-spirited landscaper makes the local sheriff question everything he know...
Vampires and Humanoids
After briefly discussing vampires and humanoids, we present to you three short science fiction stories. For each story, we will discuss the plot, critique, characters, settings, and introduce their authors. Extensively illustrated eBook. The Man Who Was Pale In this intriguing tale, Mrs. Tibbets, a widow living in a large twelve-bedroom house, decides to rent out rooms to those in need. On the day she ceases advertising, she meets Vandor Thobal, a mysterious and tall man who convinces her to let him stay in a decrepit cellar room. Thobal, who exhibits nocturnal behaviors and a preference for the room's inherent dirt and dampness, intrigues Mrs. Tibbets with his peculiar habits and substantia...
