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How are the Crusades portrayed in popular culture today? Have the medieval images of chivalric and military heroes survived the eras of Orientalism and decolonization? The first of its kind, this comparative study examines representations of the Crusades in both European and Arab medieval texts and in 20th and 21st century transmedia recreations. It follows the cartography and illuminated manuscripts of the Middle Ages through modern, hybridized narratives in novels, film, comics and gaming. The shifting literary tastes, political agendas and cultural exchanges of audiences on both sides of the Mediterranean reflect their anxieties and ideals.
Marty Devonshire is the hulking enforcer of the Vancouver Vice. He’s better known for his fists than his goal-scoring. But inside, he’s a complete softy—shy, gentle, and nervous around women. Still, he’s secretly tickled to be asked to pose for a team charity calendar. Elaine Salang had her heart broken once. So she’s determined that from now on, career will come first: her job, her school, and her volunteer work at a cat shelter. Being stuck all day at a calendar photo shoot with a bunch of rowdy hockey players is not her idea of fun, but it will save the shelter. When Marty and Elaine meet, sparks fly—in one direction anyway. Marty falls hard for both Elaine and a spunky little rescue cat. But when he finally gets a date with Elaine, he blows it. What will it take for Marty to get a second chance? Nothing less than the combined efforts of his whole team—plus Knightley the cat—will help big Marty to score off the ice. This novella is book four in the Vancouver Vice Hockey series, but can be read as a standalone romance.
Classic thriller from the author of QUEENS' RANSOM When a ruined City of London office block is bought for demolition, no-one sheds a tear except for construction tycoon Vernon Gatling, who put the block up following the Blitz. But Vernon doesn't have a sentimental bone in his body, so what are his real motives?
Cozy but isolated Northern State University has produced many illustrious alumni, but none more famous than the world-renowned singer Virginia Simmons. Born with the gift of voice, Virginia is urged to success by her lifelong friend Lorraine Cullen and delivered to greatness by her accompanist,Matthew Jensen. Bashful and unpretentious to a fault, Matthew guides Virginia through massive stage fright into a bold and dynamic performer. Virginia falls undeniably in love with Matthew, who is completely naive to her feelings toward him. When Matthew falls in love with another woman, Virginia is crushed. Matthew's love, Carrie, asks Virginia to be her maid of honor, and Virginia accepts. However, t...
Published on the occasion of the exhibition Graphicstudio: Uncommon Practice at USF, organized by the Tampa Museum of Art, Tampa, Florida, and held February 1 through May 18, 2014.
A highly dubious investigation in the heat and humidity of Mexico's badlands. When headless women's bodies are found all across Mexico City, Interpol agent Clare Burnell faces the indifference of the local police and the ultra-violence of gangs of drug traffickers. Her only choice is to team up with Pablo Tikal, a P.I. whose methods are as effective as they are unorthodox.
Cassie has everything she wants... Cassie Wilson's life is pretty much perfect, with a dream job, great partners—and the freedom to do as she pleases. The last thing she wants is to go back to Montrose River, the town she couldn't wait to leave, and revisit the past. But when her oldest friend asks her to be a godmother, Cassie sees an opportunity to make a difference in Emily's life. Maybe teaching Emily to dream big will be her legacy. Besides, one weekend in the Midwest won't kill her. She'll be back in Manhattan so quickly that they won't have time to miss her at Flatiron Five Fitness. Reid knows what he wants... Reid Jackson is convinced that luck has to be made. Keeping his eyes open...
When a Roman general, manipulated by a necromancer, decides to awaken an ancient plague, enemy clans must join forces to save the world as they know it.