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The Squire Quartet

Life in the West, Forgotten Life, Remembrance Day, and Somewhere East of Life

By: Brian W. Aldiss

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The Squire Quartet

Life in the West, Forgotten Life, Remembrance Day, and Somewhere East of Life

By: Brian W. Aldiss

Four loosely linked realistic novels from “one of Britain’s most accomplished and versatile writers” (The Guardian). A Hugo and Nebula Award–winning science fiction writer, British novelist Brian W. Aldiss also regularly “returned to earth with distinction,” penning realistic works, including the Squire Quartet (The New York Times). Comprised of “loosely interconnected novels following many characters through a twenty-first century landscape of insidious new technology and international political turmoil” (Booklist), here is the complete series from this “ambitious and gifted writer” (The Guardian). Life in the West: Thomas C. Squire, creator of the hit documentary series Frankenstein Among the Arts, one-time secret agent, and founder of the Society for Popular Aesthetics, is attending an international media symposium in Sicily. It is here that he becomes involved with the lovely but calculating Selina Ajdina. Alongside the drama of the conference is the story of Squire’s private life—the tale of his infidelity, the horrifying circumstances surrounding his father’s death, and the threatened future of his ancestral home in England. “[A] novel of ideas that is also eminently readable . . . a virtuoso performance.” —Publishers Weekly Forgotten Life: Analyst Clement Winters is trying to write a biography of his recently deceased older brother, Joseph. Through the writings Joseph left behind—letters, diaries, notes, and confessions—Clement realizes how vastly his perception of his sibling differs from reality. As Clement tries to make sense of Joseph’s life, he uncovers dark corners of his family history and even his own existence. “A realistic novel . . . imaginative richness . . . [a] many-layered venture into the extraordinariness of ordinary lives.” —The New York Times Remembrance Day: When four people are killed by a terrorist bombing in a small British seaside hotel, an American academic examines the details of the victims’ lives and histories to find the relationship between them and their fate. “Aldiss discovers fresh and arresting nuances in the dichotomy between blind chance and predestination in human affairs . . . original, disturbing, and memorable.” —Kirkus Reviews Somewhere East of Life: Architectural historian Roy Burnell has been tasked with traveling the globe and listing architectural gems in danger of being destroyed. But when Burnell is in Budapest, ten years of his memory, including his sexual experiences, are stolen. In this near future, where thieves sell memories on the black market, Burnell tries to resume his life, while also searching for the “bullet” that will restore his memory. “Intelligent, funny, and hopeful in spite of itself.” —Kirkus Reviews

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1504054466

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Life in the West

By: Brian W. Aldiss

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Life in the West

By: Brian W. Aldiss

First in the acclaimed Squire Quartet—from the author of “Supertoys Last All Summer Long,” the basis for the movie A.I.: Artificial Intelligence. Thomas C. Squire, creator of the hit documentary series Frankenstein Among the Arts, one-time secret agent and founder of the Society for Popular aesthetics, is attending an international media symposium in Sicily. It is here that he becomes involved with lovely, but calculating Selina Ajdina. Alongside the drama of the conference is the story of Squire’s private life—the tale of his infidelity, the horrifying circumstances surrounding his father's death, and the threatened future of his ancestral home in England. Winner of two Hugo Awards, one Nebula Award, and named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America, Brian W. Aldiss challenged readers’ minds for over fifty years with literate, thought-provoking, and inventive science fiction. “A complex, thoughtful and beguiling story by one of our best novelists.” —William Boyd This ebook includes an introduction by the author.

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1497608384

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Echoes from the Grave

By: Brian Clary

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Echoes from the Grave

By: Brian Clary

Jackson Garrett, a talented lawyer with an abusive childhood background reaches great heights in the courtroom while his past begins to catch up with him. In book one Jack is recruited to take lead on a quirky lawsuit with a contentious opposing counsel that threatens the very viability of two related corporate defendants taking the reader on a series of unpredictable twists and turns culminating in a riveting court trial. In book two Jack, having burned out with the rigors of a trial lawyer assumes the small town law firm of his former mentor to make a go at it as a “people practice” but with the mundane day-to-day office practice Jack loses his interest and turns his attention away from the practice when he learns that the old house in which he practices law has a ghostly inhabitant and his infatuation slowly jeopardizes his home, family, and his sanity.

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1663205353

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The Dusty Bookcase

A Journey Through Canada's Forgotten, Neglected and Suppressed Writing

By: Brian Busby

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The Dusty Bookcase

A Journey Through Canada's Forgotten, Neglected and Suppressed Writing

By: Brian Busby

Largely drawn from his columns for Canadian Notes & Queries and entries in his popular blog by the same name, Brian Busby's The Dusty Bookcase explores the fascinating world of Canada's lesser-known literary efforts: works that suffered censorship, critical neglect, or brilliant yet fleeting notoriety. These rare and quirky totems of Canadiana, collected over the last three decades, form a travel diary of sorts—yet one without maps. Covering more than 250 books, peppered with observations on the writing and publishing scenes, Busby's work explores our cultural past, questioning why certain works are celebrated and others ignored. Brilliantly illustrated with covers and ephemera related to the titles discussed, The Dusty Bookcase draws much needed attention to unknown writing worthy of our attention, and some of our acclaim.

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1771961694

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Charles Waterton

A Biography

By: Brian W. Edginton

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Charles Waterton

A Biography

By: Brian W. Edginton

Charles Waterton (1782-1865) n a true English eccentric, ironically self-styled 'the most commonplace of men'. He talked to insects, fought with snakes, rode an alligator and lived like a monk. He was made famous in his own lifetime by publication of hiswide-ranging travels and natural history observations - always fun, often perceptive, and unfailingly individual. One of his more notable contributions to science was the introduction into Europe of curare, now an invaluable drug in surgical operations. He turned his family estate into an extensive nature reserve; long before such things were heard of, and threw open his gates to the local populace as long as they understood that birds and animals had security of tenure. Waterton wrote three volumes of Essays on Natural History and the best-selling Wanderings in South America, which has never been out of print since the first publication in 1825. He was a fearsome satirist and pamphleteer, attacking prominent figures of his day both with his powerful penand with his taxidermy skills. His simple charm made a mockery of all those enemies who tried to capitalise on his human failings. Unlike previous biographies, this book is an unabashed celebration of his eccentricity, a fond salute to a fine old Englishgentleman. In the centenary year of the Canadian national park which is named after him, the life of Charles Waterton should encourage the preservation of what remains of his kind of world, and remind us of what the world has lost to insensitivity and greed.

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James Clarke & Co.

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0718829247

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9780718829247

Applied Business Ethics, Volume 3: POWER Living Through Roundtables

By: Dr. Brian Keen

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Applied Business Ethics, Volume 3: POWER Living Through Roundtables

By: Dr. Brian Keen

POWER Living Through Roundtables is the third book in the Applied Business Ethics series. Roundtables have been viewed most often as relating to King Arthur and the Knights of the Roundtable. You will discover the actual meaning of the Roundtable, and why it is far more than a round table. You will learn how a Roundtable is the best methodology for networking. Networking skills will enhance your potential for building your business. Specific networking tools are presented in the book to assist you in growing your business. Utilizing the scientifically-verifiable data you can start through knowing whether your business is really a micro-, small-, medium-, or large-business. Many business owners, especially small business owners, think that they have small-businesses when they really are a micro-business. For people interested in a new profession observe the benefits of the CGE professional designation. CGEs can assist your business to grow.

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Lulu.com

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1642557811

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Remembrance Day

By: Brian W. Aldiss

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Remembrance Day

By: Brian W. Aldiss

Third in the acclaimed Squire Quartet—from the author of “Supertoys Last All Summer Long,” the basis for the movie A.I.: Artificial Intelligence. Winner of two Hugo Awards, one Nebula Award, and named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America, Brian W. Aldiss challenged readers’ minds for over fifty years with literate, thought-provoking, and inventive science fiction. Ray and Ruby Tebbutt are a Norfolk couple struggling to pay off a loan they could not afford. Peter Petrik, a small-time Czech film director, is involved with an Irish arms smuggler. Dominic Mayor, a British millionaire with a cold past, made his fortune by manipulating the stock market. All four people’s lives are taken by a terrorist bombing in a small British seaside hotel. In Remembrance Day, an American academic examines the details of the victims’ lives and histories to find the relationship between them and their fate. “In another significant mainstream outing, British science-fiction/fantasy grandmaster Aldiss discovers fresh and arresting nuances in the dichotomy between blind chance and predestination in human affairs…original, disturbing, and memorable.” —Kirkus Reviews This ebook includes an introduction by the author.

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Open Road Media

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1497608414

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The Lost King

By: Brian K. Gaunt

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The Lost King

By: Brian K. Gaunt

Princess Juliennes heart was torn asunder for him that was her True Love had disappeared. The Kingdom was being torn apart and only with their marriage would the land be made whole. The Princess was in such grief and sorrow that she did what she should not have. She made a deal with him that was called the Legendary One for all knew his demands were not always what one truly wanted. She did indeed however make a Pact with him. He brought her True Love away from the one who did capture him. He did not return her love to her. Rather he made her wait until the time when the future King would once again be needed. Do to their love which transcended time itself did the Legendary One, make her not change but she was instead made to forget who he was to protect him. He who was saved due to the Legendary One made him Lost to all even unto himself for eons they were lost to each other. The Legendary One had made her unchanged throughout the eons. He made her think he was not there. He who was now called the Lost King however was there unknown to himself and all others. He was there throughout the eons there protecting her.

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1483696871

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Bourbon Justice

How Whiskey Law Shaped America

By: Brian F. Haara

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Bourbon Justice

How Whiskey Law Shaped America

By: Brian F. Haara

Brian Haara recounts the development of commercial laws that guided the United States from an often reckless laissez-faire mentality, through the growing pains of industrialization, past the overcorrection of Prohibition, and into its final state as a nation of laws.

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1640124276

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Law and Empire in English Renaissance Literature

By: Brian C. Lockey

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Law and Empire in English Renaissance Literature

By: Brian C. Lockey

Early modern literature played a key role in the formation of the legal justification for imperialism. As the English colonial enterprise developed, the existing legal tradition of common law no longer solved the moral dilemmas of the new world order, in which England had become, instead of a victim of Catholic enemies, an aggressive force with its own overseas territories. Writers of romance fiction employed narrative strategies in order to resolve this difficulty and, in the process, provided a legal basis for English imperialism. Brian Lockey analyses works by such authors as Shakespeare, Spenser and Sidney in the light of these legal discourses, and uncovers new contexts for the genre of romance. Scholars of early modern literature, as well as those interested in the history of law as the British Empire emerged, will learn much from this insightful and ambitious study.

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1139458574

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Super-State

A Novel of a Future Europe

By: Brian W. Aldiss

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Super-State

A Novel of a Future Europe

By: Brian W. Aldiss

A wildly satirical look at life—and death—in the near-future, not-quite-unified superstate that was once the continent of Europe Welcome to the future European Super-State—one continent united into a not-quite-homogenous whole. Numerous historic happenings and technological advances have ushered us to this new age of solidarity and prosperity, though it’s true that some of the past’s annoying problems still linger: global warming, terrorism, war, rape, murder, Alzheimer’s disease, environmental catastrophe. Despite all the advances of this brave new tomorrow, it seems people haven’t changed one bit. The rich, beautiful, and celebrated still revel in their outrageous excesses. The government still stumbles about its business of governing while presidential assassins blithely go about theirs. As before, we gaze toward the stars with wonderment, and even now the brave crew of the spaceship Roddenberry is approaching Jupiter’s moon, Europa, ready to make first contact with members of a very tasty alien race. Back on Earth, the Insanatics, our digital conscience, attempt to keep us honest as we love, lie, covet, cheat, and watch our best-laid plans go predictably haywire—and the android slaves we keep locked away overnight in cupboards exchange perplexed reflections on the myriad foibles of their human masters. One of the most acclaimed and accomplished science fiction writers of the twentieth century, Grand Master Brian W. Aldiss offers a colorful tapestry of what’s to come in his thoughtful and savagely funny take on the shape of tomorrow. Aldiss has seen the future . . . and it is ridiculous.

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Open Road Media

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1504010302

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9781504010306

Spirit of the Season

By: Brian Lamont

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Spirit of the Season

By: Brian Lamont

Spirit of the Season is the incredible story of one man’s selfless journey to achieve the impossible. Set in the realistic and earthy environment of 18th-century England, Brian Lamont’s startling narrative also refers to some of the darker aspects of the Industrial Revolution and introduces the listener to a host of colourful characters who are brimming with old-world charm. As mid-winter approaches, there unfolds a humorous, moving, and powerfully uplifting festive tale - for everyone.

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100562044X

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Haunted Spaces, Sacred Places

A Field Guide to Stone Circles, Crop Circles, Ancient Tombs, and Supernatural Landscapes

By: Brian Haughton

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Haunted Spaces, Sacred Places

A Field Guide to Stone Circles, Crop Circles, Ancient Tombs, and Supernatural Landscapes

By: Brian Haughton

The author of Hidden History explores the archaeology, legends and strange sightings at 32 ancient sites around the world—from Stonehenge to Angkor Wat. In Haunted Spaces, Sacred Places, historian Brian Haughton takes readers on a revealing tour of ancient landmarks that are rich in mystery and unexplained phenomena. Organized by region, this book takes readers from the mysterious megaliths of Britain and Ireland to the haunted tombs of the Etruscans, the Pagan origins of Germany's Aachen Cathedral, the ancient Native American city of Cahokia, the enigmatic Cambodian Temple of Angkor Wat, and the sacred Aboriginal rock formation of Uluru. In Haunted Spaces, Sacred Places you will discover: The history of ancient sites such as Stonehenge, Chartres Cathedral, Delphi, Cuzco, and the Ohio Serpent Mound. The relationship between ancient Native American sites and unexpected phenomena in Colorado’s San Luis Valley. The truth behind the legends of the mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor in China, home of the Terracotta Warriors. The prevalence of modern encounters with ghosts, UFOs, spook lights, Bigfoot, and phantom dogs at ancient sacred places. With more than 25 photographs and illustrations, this is the ideal reference work for those interested in the connections between ancient places, folklore, and unexplained phenomena.

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Red Wheel/Weiser

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1601639708

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9781601639707

Literature of the Western World

By: Brian Wilkie

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Literature of the Western World

By: Brian Wilkie

This survey allows readers to choose among the most important canonical and less-familiar books of the Western literary tradition in Europe and the Americas. Uses the best translations of foreign-language material, and, when appropriate, presents more than one book by each author. It provides extensive analytic and explanatory apparatus, including detailed historical and biographical notes and introductions to six literary periods.

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0132208725

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Sing Sing

By: Denis Brian

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Sing Sing

By: Denis Brian

Based on extensive research with original sources, Brian's narrative covers every period of the prison's checkered history, from the awful conditions of the 19th century to the relative improvements of the 20th century to today.

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Prometheus Books

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1615925449

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Somewhere East of Life

By: Brian W. Aldiss

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Somewhere East of Life

By: Brian W. Aldiss

Fourth in the acclaimed Squire Quartet—from the author of “Supertoys Last All Summer Long,” the basis for the movie A.I.: Artificial Intelligence. Architectural historian Roy Burnell has been tasked with traveling the globe and listing architectural gems in danger of being destroyed. But when Burnell is in Budapest, ten years of his memory, mostly his architectural knowledge and sexual experiences, are stolen. In this near-future, thieves using EMV (“e-mnemonicvision”) sell memories on the black market. In the wake of this event, Burnell tries to resume his life, while also searching for the “bullet” that will restore his memory. Winner of two Hugo Awards, one Nebula Award, and named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America, Brian W. Aldiss challenged readers’ minds for over fifty years with literate, thought-provoking, and inventive science fiction. “Aldiss weaves these thoughts into a delightful and sometimes harrowing story, proving once again that science fiction can illuminate vital matters of the present as effectively as any genre.” —Publishers Weekly This ebook includes an introduction by the author.

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Open Road Media

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1497608473

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9781497608474

Walking Taylor Home

By: Brian Schrauger

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Walking Taylor Home

By: Brian Schrauger

A fresh and honest account of how a family deals with the agony of a child's terminal illness, their crisis of faith and ultimately death and eternal hope.

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0849917034

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