Glory Season

Author : David Brin
Publisher : Open Road Media
ISBN 13 : 150408635X
Total Pages : 499 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Glory Season written by David Brin and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2024-04-09 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A woman faces danger on the high seas of another planet—and a mystery that will change her world—in this adventure by the bestselling author of Startide Rising. On Planet Stratos, clans of genetically identical females dominate society. Natural conceptions are permitted, but only in summertime. Girls born this way—known for their despised uniqueness as ‘vars’—must leave their clan homes to pursue their own distinct and hazardous fortunes in this world owned by clones. That time has come for Maia and her sister, Leie, but as variants, they have limited prospects. Worse, when the sisters do find work on trading vessels, Leie is lost at sea. And hence, Maia’s arduous journey commences, accompanied by rumors that something . . . someone . . . has arrived from across the stars, perhaps ending the isolation of Stratos from the rest of humanity. Who would predict that a lonely var might stumble into a powerful secret? One that will challenge everything Maia knows about her society—and threatens the scientifically-engineered balance that holds it all together. “One of the most important SF novels of the year.” —The Washington Post Book World “A rousing adventure story . . . brimming with surprises both wonderful and harrowing.” —The San Diego Union-Tribune “Glory Season offers thrills, chills, political intrigue, and other good scientifictional fun, along with yet another round in the battle of the sexes.” —Locus “Brin’s prose echoes the influence of Asimov, Frank Herbert, and Aldous Huxley. . . . His world is so painstakingly drawn and is splashed with such radiant and varied hues.” —The Christian Science Monitor

Author : David Brin
Publisher : Spectra
ISBN 13 : 030757346X
Total Pages : 786 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Glory Season written by David Brin and published by Spectra. This book was released on 2011-08-31 with total page 786 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hugo and Nebula award-winning author David Brin is one of the most eloquent, imaginative voices in science fiction. Now he returns with a new novel rich in texture, universal in theme, monumental in scope--pushing the genre to new heights. Young Maia is fast approaching a turning point in her life. As a half-caste var, she must leave the clan home of her privileged half sisters and seek her fortune in the world. With her twin sister, Leie, she searches the docks of Port Sanger for an apprenticeship aboard the vessels that sail the trade routes of the Stratoin oceans. On her far-reaching, perilous journey of discovery, Maia will endure hardship and hunger, imprisonment and loneliness, bloody battles with pirates and separation from her twin. And along the way, she will meet a traveler who has come an unimaginable distance--and who threatens the delicate balance of the Stratoins' carefully maintained, perfect society.... Both exciting and insightful, Glory Season is a major novel, a transcendent saga of the human spirit.

Author : David Brin
Publisher : Hachette UK
ISBN 13 : 1405514434
Total Pages : 608 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Glory Season written by David Brin and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2011-12-30 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Long ago, the Founding Mothers left old Earth and the Phylum Worlds, seeking a hidden place to reforge human destiny. Through genetic wizardry, they have altered human sexual patterns. For most of the year, any child born on the planet Stratos is a clone of her mother, identical to all the sisters in her veritable clan. Only in summer are 'vars' conceived - old-fashioned, gene-mixed girls, and even sometimes boys - each one garishly, ignobly unique. Maia, one lonely young var, grows up knowing she must summon all her skill to win a place in this world run by and for high-caste clanswomen, a world far gentler than those of the old Phylum . . . except for those rare seasons of change, when the planet seems to call its people forth to glory. Rich in texture, universal in theme, monumental in scope, GLORY SEASON is a saga of remarkable passion and drama, set in a faraway place and time but shining light upon issues vexing our own confused era.

Author : Lisa Tawn Bergren
Publisher : Blink
ISBN 13 : 0310735696
Total Pages : 401 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Remnants: Season of Glory written by Lisa Tawn Bergren and published by Blink. This book was released on 2016-03-08 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the third and final volume of the Remnants series, the power of the Remnants and their people are growing, threatening Pacifica’s careful plans for domination. Among the Trading Union, village after village, outpost after outpost, and city after city are drawn to people of the Way, and agree to stand against those who hunt them. But Pacifica intends to ferret out and annihilate the Remnants—as well as everyone who hasn’t sworn allegiance to the empire—setting the stage for an epic showdown that will change the course of a world on the brink … forever.

Author : Ralph Houk
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780671674113
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Season of Glory written by Ralph Houk and published by . This book was released on 1989-05 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Baseball books are always in season, and this year's winner is Season of Glory, the amazing saga of the 1961 New York Yankees. Manager Ralph Houk and bestselling sports writer Robert W. Creamer recall the breathless and unforgettable moments of this ever-popular team.

Author : Gilad James, PhD
Publisher : Gilad James Mystery School
ISBN 13 : 4849399088
Total Pages : 62 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introduction to The Glory (TV series) written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Glory is a historical drama series that centers around the life and times of Catherine the Great, a renowned Empress who ruled the Russian Empire from 1762 until her death in 1796. The series explores Catherine’s rise to power, as well as her love life, controversies, and political conflicts that shaped her reign. The show is set in the 18th century, a time of political turmoil, social upheaval, and cultural transformation that led to the Enlightenment. The Glory features a star-studded cast, with Australian actress Elle Fanning playing the lead role of Catherine. Other notable cast members include Nicholas Hoult, who portrays Peter III, Catherine’s husband and predecessor, and Phoebe Fox, who plays Marial, Catherine’s loyal maid and confidante. The series is produced by MediaRes and Echo Lake Entertainment, and was created by Tony McNamara, who also wrote the script for the Oscar-winning film The Favourite. The show has been praised for its production quality, strong performances, and attention to historical accuracy. The Glory premiered on May 15, 2021, on Hulu, and has since gained a large following and critical acclaim.

Author : Jennifer L. Armentrout
Publisher : Harlequin
ISBN 13 : 0369760336
Total Pages : 459 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Grace and Glory written by Jennifer L. Armentrout and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2024-03-05 with total page 459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A swoony, supernatural smash that's impossible to put down!" —Abigail Johnson, author of Even If I Fall Danger, betrayal, and enticing forbidden love... Trinity Marrow has lost the battle and her beloved Protector. Even with both demons and Wardens on her side, Trin may not win the war against the Harbinger. Bringing Lucifer back to the world to fight the Harbinger is probably a really, really bad idea, but they’re out of options—and the world’s ultimate fallen angel is the only being powerful enough to impact the outcome. As Trin and Zayne form a new and more dangerous bond and Lucifer unleashes Hell on earth, the apocalypse looms and the world teeters on the end of forever. Win or lose, one thing is certain—nothing will ever be the same. The story continues in the rest of The Harbinger Series, now available with enhanced decorating: Book 1: Storm and Fury Book 2: Rage and Ruin Book 3: Grace and Glory

Author : François Simon
Publisher : Assouline Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1614289824
Total Pages : 5 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Provence Glory written by François Simon and published by Assouline Publishing. This book was released on 2021-03-01 with total page 5 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From cities to quaint towns and everything in between, Provence has something for everyone. Swim in the crystal clear waters of the Calanque de Sormiou in Marseille. Drive with the top down through fields of lavender in Valensole. Experience a bite of just-out-of-the-oven fougasse, a Provençal classic. Stand in awe of the beautiful, white Camargue horses native to the area. Located in the South of France, Provence is uniquely positioned to be a cultural blend of the Mediterranean. Roman landmarks still prevail from the 1st century AD alongside châteaus from medieval times—a varied legacy brightened by the indigenous mimosas and cypresses.

Author : Sara Arden
Publisher : HQN Books
ISBN 13 : 0373779305
Total Pages : 334 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Return to Glory written by Sara Arden and published by HQN Books. This book was released on 2014 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Glory, Kansas, the best bakery in three counties not only brings together ingredients for sweet treats, but is the place where--through the powerful mix of friendship, community and a well-stocked kitchen--a wounded hero can forge a forever kind of love. Back in the hometown he left behind five years ago, Jack McConnell has returned battle-scarred and feeling like half a man. But Betsy Lewis only sees the hero who once saved her life and set her heart on fire. Now she's burning to save him in return. She'll use every trick she's got up her sleeve, from her generous natural assets to her talent for baking, to coax Jack out from the bottom of his whiskey bottle. At first, Jack responds to Betsy like any red-blooded man would. He's always denied his attraction to the innocent girl he used to know, but he's returned to find Betsy's grown into a full-on woman with strength enough for both of them. Until Jack realizes the only way to conquer his demons and be worthy of the hero's mantle she's pinned to his shoulders is to save Betsy one last time--from himself.

Author : David Brin
Publisher : Orbit Books
ISBN 13 : 9781857230697
Total Pages : 600 pages
Book Rating : 4.98/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Glory Season written by David Brin and published by Orbit Books. This book was released on 1993 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonized by pioneering women and run by matriarchal clans, Stratos is home to Maia and Leie. They are at the age when they must make their way in the world, sailing the vast seas in the boats that are the province of mysterious men. By the author of Startide Rising and The Uplift War.