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The best fiction from across the Nordic region, selected and introduced by Sjon - Iceland's internationally renowned writer

With the manga and anime Akira, Katsuhiro Otomo changed art and pop culture worldwide. Now some of the most admired illustrators and comics artists in the world have come together to pay tribute to this master, in a beautiful tribute art book.New, original cover by Katsuhiro Otomo!This 168-page collection began life as a limited-edition tribute to Otomo given only to attendees of the prestigious Angoulême International Comics Festival, where Otomo was recipient of the Grand Prize in 2015. Now it's available to readers and collectors around the world, with additional content from a list of more than 80 fine artists, illustrators, and comics legends, including: • Masashi Kishimoto (Naruto) • Shirow Masamune (The Ghost in the Shell) • Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo) • Taiyo Matsumoto (Sunny, Tekkon Kinkreet) • Tomer and Asaf Hanuka (The Realist, The Divine) • Aleksi Briclot (Spawn) • Olivier Coipel (Legion of Super-Heroes) • Naoki Urasawa (Monster, Pluto) • Sara Pichelli (Runaways) • Yoshiyuki Sadamoto (Diebuster, Neon Genesis Evangelion, FLCL) • Akihiko Yoshida (Final Fantasy) • And many others. In full color at a large size.

A collection of sheet music for piano dedicated to the composers of the most beautiful instrumental music of recent times.

A collection of hilarious comic strips starring the cast of Shrek and Kung-Fu Panda.      Shrek strips include ''Housekeeping'' (the butler and his team try to get Shrek''s room clean), ''Donkey Day Care'' (Shrek and Donkey set up a babysitting service) and ''Consequences'' (a bunch of water nymphs cause trouble for Shrek). Kung Fu Panda strips include ''The Warlord of Shadow Island'' (Po and the Furious Five travel to a mysterious island beset by ninja and a rules-crazy samurai).

Since July 2004, Ash Williams - the reluctant hero of the cult classic film, Army of Darkness - has been an integral part of Dynamite Entertainment's publishing line. Throughout the years, dozens of highly skilled comic artists have tried their hand at drawing Ash.

A #1 New York Times Best Seller!Collecting for the first time ever all three volumes of controversial and fan-loved series THE INVISIBLES by Eisner Award winning writer Grant Morrison (ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, BATMAN)! Follow the adventures of The Invisibles, a secret organization out to battle against physical and psychic oppression brought upon humanity by the interdemsional alien gods of the Archons of Outer Church!This onmibus collects Invisibles #1-25(1994-96), Invisibles #1-22(1997-99) and Invisibles #12-1(1999-2000).

This final volume includes behind-the-scenes extras plus issues #57-75 and a story from VERTIGO JAM #1. Don't miss the end of what Playboy called "a modern myth, as well as a précis on why the stories we tell matter so much

Mentally defeated and physically broken, Bruce Wayne suffered a crippling blow while battling the brutal Bane. Now, the mantle of the Bat must be passed on to another, and Jean Paul Valley answers the call! But as the new Caped Crusader slowly loses his grip on sanity, his idea of justice takes a violent and deadly turn. Witnessing this dangerous behavior firsthand, Nightwing and Robin try to come to grips with Bruce''s highly controversial decision while the new Batman sets his sights on taking revenge against Bane!This volume collects Detective Comics #667-675, Shadow of the Bat #19-20, #24-28, Batman #501-508, Catwoman #6-7 and Robin #7.

A record of the people who visited Lebanon since 1800 BC; and of the Lebanese themselves, writing about their homeland, their religions, their joys, their wars and their sorrows.

The Great Game: Afghanistan is an extraordinary cycle of plays by some of Britain's leading contemporary playwrights. "The Great Game" was a term used for the strategic rivalry and conflict between the British Empire and the Russian Empire for supremacy in Central Asia.

Covering over thirteen centuries of Islamic writing, this quintessential anthology contains the most important and seminal works of the Islamic world. Told from all types of storytellers from different classes and cultures, these stories encompass the people and spirit of the fasting growing religion in the modern world.

A collection of 26 twentieth-century Irish short stories, including works by Samuel Beckett, James Joyce, and W.B. Yeats. "The features of this volume which separate it from other anthologies are the quality and breadth of its selections and the fine introduction by the editor."-The Journal of Irish Literature "An excellent selection. Each of the 26 writers represented in this collection has his own unmistakable tone . . . proof that Irish writers, perhaps like no others, excel in this brief form."-Spectator "You will keep this book and read parts of it again and again. . . . Each time you enter it you will be in the presence of Ireland."-Anthony Burgess, in his Preface.

"Our Boys: Entertaining Stories by Popular Authors" is a captivating collection of short stories that showcases the talent of various well-known writers. Each story within the book offers a unique and engaging narrative, providing readers with a diverse range of plots, characters, and settings to enjoy. The compilation aims to entertain and captivate its audience through a blend of humor, drama, suspense, and heartfelt moments woven into the fabric of each tale.Readers can expect to be taken on a literary journey filled with twists and turns, as they immerse themselves in the imaginative worlds created by these popular authors. From lighthearted adventures to thought-provoking reflections on life, "Our Boys" promises to offer something for everyone to enjoy. With its rich storytelling and compelling narratives, this book is sure to leave a lasting impression on those who delve into its pages.

When the wild west got a little too wild, U.S. Marshal REX FURY laid down his badge and picked up his Colt, transforming into the vigilante known as THE CALICO KID, champion of the oppressed! The bandits didn't stand a chance against The Kid... so they murdered him! From the corpse of the Calico Kid rose the original Spirit of Vengeance... THE GHOST RIDER! Now, in this value packed, two-volume set from Lucien Publishing, you can thrill to the complete Golden Age weird western adventures of the Phantom of the Badlands! This omnibus collects the first four years worth of REX FURY: THE ORIGINAL GHOST RIDER tales (including the complete CALICO KID series), presented in glorious, restored black & white!

Please note that this edition is in 8-point font.This new edition of Devoted Publishing's 1900 KJV with the non-canonical books of 1 Enoch and The Assumption of Moses is presented now with all the verses are now collected into a paragraph format, textual corrections in 1 Enoch and The Assumption of Moses have been made and also an introduction has been added to address some issues concerning the printing of 1 Enoch with the rest of the Bible.This edition has also replaced God's name, that is usually in small capitals in modern Bibles, with God's true name: Yahweh, or יהוה.Texts like these are important for Bible study of any theological school. Remembering the context of scripture as well as the history behind many texts helps to understand how we have the canon that we do today.Anthony Uyl is a magna cum laude graduate with a Masters in Theological Studies. Biblical Demonology has long been a passion of his and he seeks to help those suffering with spiritual issues to find the true freedom that can only be found in Jesus Christ.

A collection of 30 beautiful designs for flower motifs inspired by decorative tiles from around the world. All of the patterns are written in US crochet terms with a handy table for the equivalent UK terms.