The ocean has always been Levi's home, yet she cannot silence the questions that stir beneath the waves. Is there a place beyond this vast blue world? Somewhere she truly belongs? For as long as she can remember, these thoughts have lived inside her, unspoken and unanswered. Now, as a future mother, Levi must prepare for her calf-but fate shifts when she encounters a human girl whose haunting violin music awakens something buried deep within. Each note carries more than sound; it carries memory, emotion, and the echo of another life. Visions of frozen waters and a soul long lost begin to surface, pulling Levi into a journey she never expected. Guided by the mysterious bond between music and the sea, Levi must dive into both the breathtaking depths of the ocean and the uncharted waters of her own heart. Will she uncover who she truly is? And can sound, memory, and love bridge the divide between worlds?

A multi-dimensional explosion hurls the starship's few passengers across the galaxies and onto an uncharted barren tundra. With no technical skills and scant supplies, the survivors face a bleak end in an alien world. One brave woman holds the daring answer, but it is the most desperate one possible. Elegant and electric, We Who Are About To... brings us face to face with our basic assumptions about our will to live. While most of the stranded tourists decide to defy the odds and insist on colonizing the planet and creating life, the narrator decides to practice the art of dying. When she is threatened with compulsory reproduction, she defends herself with lethal force. Originally published in 1977, this is one of the most subtle, complex, and exciting science fiction novels ever written about the attempt to survive a hostile alien environment. It is characteristic of Russ's genius that such a readable novel is also one of her most intellectually intricate.

Unlock the mysteries and magic within League of Legends, one of the world's most popular video games, in this encyclopedic and collectible companion book that explores the game's epic lore. Embark on a journey through the realms of Runeterra in this first-ever collectible companion book, published to celebrate the game's tenth anniversary. Spanning the farthest reaches of this universe and venturing into uncharted territory, this encyclopedic compendium connects players to the rich storytelling that inspires all the action. Inside, you'll find: An expedition through eleven regions, chronicling conflicts, entrenched rivalries, and covert alliances Hundreds of illustrations, including never-before-seen maps and artwork Insights into the heroes, flora, fauna, architecture, politics, and technologies from all corners of this world Original narratives that bring the cultures of Runeterra to life League of Legends is an online game played by millions of people around the world, offering endless engagement with an expanding roster of champions, frequent updates, and a thriving esports scene. This volume is an essential reference for fans everywhere.

Every advanced society in the galaxy relies on the technology of the Protheans, an ancient species that vanished fifty thousand years ago. After discovering a cache of Prothean technology on Mars in 2148, humanity is spreading to the stars, the newest interstellar species struggling to carve out its place in the greater galactic community. On the edge of colonized space, ship commander and Alliance war hero David Anderson investigates the remains of a top secret military research station: smoking ruins littered with bodies and unanswered questions. Who attacked this post, and for what purpose? And where is Kahlee Sanders, the young scientist who mysteriously vanished from the base hours before her colleagues were slaughtered? Sanders is the prime suspect, but finding her creates more problems for Anderson than it solves. Partnered with a rogue alien agent he can't trust and pursued by an assassin he can't escape, Anderson battles impossible odds on uncharted worlds to uncover a sinister conspiracy - one he won't live to tell about. Or so the enemy thinks.

Assam, as one of the prominent States of the North Eastern Region (NER) of India, has every scope of being the chosen destination of tourists because of its natural beauty, rich tourism products, ethnic diversity, and uncharted mysteries. Despite resource abundance, Assam is almost insignificant in the beneficiary list of Indian tourism industry. Entrepreneurial development in the sector can be a strong antidote for poor level of tourism performances. The book is an attempt to make a modest and pioneering contribution based on primary data on the emergence, performance, and problems of tourism entrepreneurship in accommodation industry in Assam, in particular, and the North-East India, in general. The book analyses the motivational preferences of nascent as well as non-nascent tourism entrepreneurs and determines the degree of influence of motivational aspects in choosing entrepreneurial activities in tourism sector. The study provides a conceptual model of entrepreneurial growth in tourism sector. This book provides a detailed analysis of entrepreneurial behaviour in tourism industry of a less developed territory of India.

Bloomsbury presents Saturdays at Sea by Jessica Day George, read by Grace Andrews. Jessica Day George's magical bestselling series comes to a rousing conclusion as Celie and her family set sea on a grand ship made in the likeness of their beloved Castle! There is never a dull moment for Celie and her family in Castle Glower—even when they're not in the Castle itself! After traveling to the seaside kingdom of Lilah's betrothed prince, Lulath, Celie and her companions are busy training griffins, enjoying wedding festivities, and finishing construction of a grand ship built from parts of the Castle. But on their maiden voyage, the Ship steers them far off course into uncharted waters. Celie and Lilah hope that the Ship is taking them to the ancient island where unicorns once roamed, but as the journey grows longer and supplies run low, they are in trouble. Celie, Lilah, and Rolf know they must trust the Ship as they trust the Castle, but what if they never reach land again?

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE A GUARDIAN FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 'A monstrous and brilliant book' Philip Pullman 'Wholly mesmerising and revelatory... Completely fascinating' William Boyd Sometimes discovery brings destruction When We Cease to Understand the World shows us great minds striking out into dangerous, uncharted terrain. Fritz Haber, Alexander Grothendieck, Werner Heisenberg, Erwin Schrödinger: these are among the luminaries into whose troubled minds we are thrust as they grapple with the most profound questions of existence. They have strokes of unparalleled genius, they alienate friends and lovers, they descend into isolated states of madness. Some of their discoveries revolutionise our world for the better; others pave the way to chaos and unimaginable suffering. The lines are never clear. With breakneck pace and wondrous detail, Benjamín Labatut uses the imaginative resources of fiction to break open the stories of scientists and mathematicians who expanded our notions of the possible.

Was macht uns zu Menschen? Diese existenzielle Frage durchzieht The Last of Us, eines der prägendsten Videospiele unserer Zeit. In „The Last of Us – Auf der Suche nach Menschlichkeit“ begibt sich Autor Nicolas Deneschau auf die intensive Spurensuche nach der erzählerischen Kraft, emotionalen Tiefe und kulturellen Bedeutung dieses modernen Klassikers. 2013 revolutionierte The Last of Us das Storytelling in Videospielen: mit seiner intensiven Geschichte, vielschichtigen Charakteren und einer Welt, in der Moral zur Verhandlungsmasse wird. Die Beziehung zwischen Joel und Ellie, ihre Entscheidungen, Verluste und Bindungen stehen im Mittelpunkt eines narrativen Erlebnisses, das bis heute Maßstäbe setzt – und spätestens mit der gefeierten Fernsehserie auch im Mainstream angekommen ist. Das Buch erzählt nicht nur die Geschichte der Hauptcharaktere Joel, Ellie und Abby. Der Autor schlägt einen weiten Bogen – von der frühen Geschichte des Studios Naughty Dog über die Entstehung der Uncharted-Reihe bis hin zum Einfluss von Cormac McCarthy, Amy Hennig und Neil Druckmann. Er nimmt die Leser mit hinter die Kulissen der Entwicklung, analysiert narrative Strukturen, Gameplay-Mechaniken und kulturelle Referenzen – und zeigt, wie The Last of Us und The Last of Us Part II das Medium Videospiel revolutionierten. Mit zahlreichen Abbildungen, spannenden Hintergrundgeschichten und einem medienwissenschaftlich fundierten Zugriff richtet sich das Buch an Fans von The Last of Us sowie an Gamer, Kulturinteressierte und alle, die verstehen möchten, wie emotionales Storytelling heute funktioniert. Es ist zugleich eine Einladung, die Kunstform Spiel am Beispiel von The Last of Us (neu) zu entdecken.

Ragnarok Odyssey is back with tons of new content - With additional story elements, huge new bosses, uncharted areas, fresh weapons and much more, Ragnarok Odyssey ACE goes well beyond an extended edition as the game has evolved exponentially Enhanced battle mechanics - Weapon strength and appearance can be customized; addition of new job-specific ACE skills ensures players have necessary tools to take on the more powerful giants, dragons, and trickster spirits Create a battle party even in single-player mode - With the new mercenary system, players can hire their own mercenaries to help take on the toughest bosses without having to find players online for aid A constantly evolving experience, both online and off - The addition of the Tower of Yggdrasil creates a unique experience each time by featuring randomly generated levels, and post-launch updates will offer new online quests and other fresh content Region Free USA IMPORT Language English

The Orville USS Orville (ECV-197) XL Ship (26cm) EAGLEMOSS englisches Magazin NEUHeroCollector is proud to reveal the titular ship from the Orville - an American science fiction comedy-drama television series created by and starring Seth MacFarlane.This fantastic XL-sized USS Orville ship is a mid-sized Exploratory-class vessel in the Planetary Union. It was designed for long-distance exploration into uncharted space, with nearly 300 crew members (and their families) living aboard. This titular ship serves as the primary setting for The Orville, as washed-up Captain Ed Mercer (Seth McFarlane) leads a crew of colourful characters on their voyage through the stars! Its interior walls are a synthetic fiber that acts like an artificial plant system, absorbing carbon dioxide and expelling oxygen. Even the ship’s water recycling system is entirely self-sustaining, allowing the Orville to sustain its crew for long voyages without the need to resupply or offload waste.The USS Orville ECV-197 XL Ship captures the beautifully sleek line

Unlock the mysteries and magic within League of Legends, one of the world's most popular video games, in this encyclopedic and collectible companion book that explores the game's epic lore. Embark on a journey through the realms of Runeterra in this first-ever collectible companion book, published to celebrate the game's tenth anniversary. Spanning the farthest reaches of this universe and venturing into uncharted territory, this encyclopedic compendium connects players to the rich storytelling that inspires all the action. Inside, you'll find: - An expedition through eleven regions, chronicling conflicts, entrenched rivalries, and covert alliances - Hundreds of illustrations, including never-before-seen maps and artwork - Insights into the heroes, flora, fauna, architecture, politics, and technologies from all corners of this world - Original narratives that bring the cultures of Runeterra to life League of Legends is an online game played by millions of people around the world, offering endless engagement with an expanding roster of champions, frequent updates, and a thriving esports scene. This volume is an essential reference for fans everywhere.

Since the 1990s, ECOWAS has stepped into previously uncharted waters of peacekeeping and peace enforcement in intra-state civil wars in its back yard by violating the sacrosanct principles of sovereignty and non-intervention in domestic affairs of states. To this end, it has established a robust security structure and adopted norms and procedures. Thus, ECOWAS' security architecture has become an alternative to traditional UN-led peacekeeping missions. And yet this pioneering experiment has faced theoretical and empirical challenges. The aim of this book is to invigorate the current discussion on the relevance of ECOWAS' security framework in conflict prevention, peacekeeping and peace enforcement. By invoking Buzan's concept of 'security complex', the book analyzes inter-state security interaction, amity and enmity among states, role of non-state actors and regionalization of conflicts in the sub-region. The analysis also sheds light on the challenges of ECOWAS' security mechanism. This book is useful to academicians, state and non-state security actors, donors, or anyone who may be interested in security and regional integration in West Africa and the rest of the continent.

“elseship is a kaleidoscopic exploration of all that can exist between two people caught in the middle of friendship and unrequited love. It’s a gorgeous and delicately rendered tapestry of desires—and a bracing examination of what happens when feelings break the boxes and labels meant to neatly contain them.” —Angela Chen, author of Ace: What Asexuality Reveals About Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex When Tree Abraham falls in love with her housemate who does not reciprocate the feeling, instead of breaking up, they keep going. This story begins where most end. elseship deftly and courageously recounts the starts and stops of a transitioning relationship. Having recorded the experience in real time, Abraham combines personal entries with illustrations, photos, and mind maps all organized within eight ancient Greek categories of love. For readers of Maggie Nelson, Sheila Heti, and Carmen Maria Machado, elseship deconstructs the heteronormative canon to explore the bittersweet, lonely, uncharted territories of the heart. It is a deeply specific yet universal story of modern love that will accompany and enlighten anyone who’s been in any kind of complicated “ship".

The eighth book-and part two in the compelling conclusion - of Frank Herbert's Dune series, one of the grandest epics in the annals of imaginative literature. Selling millions of copies worldwide, the series is science fiction's answer to The Lord of the Rings, a brilliantly imaginative epic of high adventure, unforgettable characters, and immense scope. At the end of Frank Herbert's final novel, Chapterhouse: Dune, a ship carrying a crew of refugees escapes into the uncharted galaxy, fleeing from a terrifying, mysterious Enemy. The fugitives used genetic technology to revive key figures from Dune's past-Including Paul Muad'Dib and Lady Jessica-to use their special talents against a horrific threat that intends to annihilate the human race. Based directly on Frank Herbert's final outline, Sandworms of Dune at last reveals the origin of the Honored Matres, the tantalizing future of the planet Arrakis, the final revelation of the Kwisatz Haderach, and the resolution to the war between humans and thinking machines that has raged for thousands of years. The incredible finale to one of the greatest stories in science fiction.

Uncharted Waters Ahead! – A new doom flag has risen in this all-new story set in the My Next Life as a Villainess universe! This original tale can be enjoyed by both longtime fans and newcomers alike. Rascals, Scoundrels, Villains, and Knaves – Catarina isn't the only one who decided to take a cruise on the Vinculum. The full My Next Life as a Villainess crew is here. Featuring 6 romanceable shipmates, including 2 all-new characters! A Voyage Down Memory Lane – As you progress through the story and fulfill certain conditions, you'll unlock special Memory Scenarios. These episodes will take place from the perspective of the other characters in the story. Experience events such as childhood memories and tales from academic life! Batten Down the Hatches! – Along your journey, you'll sometimes face two paths before you. Time for a Strategy Meeting! Who better to ask for advice than... well, yourself! As seen in the light novel and anime, Catarina looks within to attend a meeting with five versions of herself—led by Chairman Catarina—to decide which route to take.

Uncharted Waters Ahead! – A new doom flag has risen in this all-new story set in the My Next Life as a Villainess universe! This original tale can be enjoyed by both longtime fans and newcomers alike. Rascals, Scoundrels, Villains, and Knaves – Catarina isn't the only one who decided to take a cruise on the Vinculum. The full My Next Life as a Villainess crew is here. Featuring 6 romanceable shipmates, including 2 all-new characters! A Voyage Down Memory Lane – As you progress through the story and fulfill certain conditions, you'll unlock special Memory Scenarios. These episodes will take place from the perspective of the other characters in the story. Experience events such as childhood memories and tales from academic life! Batten Down the Hatches! – Along your journey, you'll sometimes face two paths before you. Time for a Strategy Meeting! Who better to ask for advice than... well, yourself! As seen in the light novel and anime, Catarina looks within to attend a meeting with five versions of herself—led by Chairman Catarina—to decide which route to take.

Legends about sea people - part human, part fish - have been told across the world since ancient times. Now the best of these stories are brought together in one entrancing volume. Early maps carried illustrations of mermaids alongside monsters, signalling both the allure and the danger of uncharted seas. The far-reaching historical and cultural significance of mermaids and their kin is reflected in the myriad stories about them. Odysseus at sea must resist the sirens' song. There are sea serpents from North America and selkies from Scotland. And from shores across the globe, humble fishermen and princes alike fall in love with mermaids in stories from Germany to Japan by way of Denmark with the famous story of The Little Mermaid. Mermaids, Sirens and Selkies: Myths and Legends is part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, pocket-sized classics bound in real cloth with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. For more myths from Jean Menzies, Fairies, Elves and Sprites is also available.

Feelings of oneness with other people, nature, and the universe. Encounters with extraterrestrials, deities, and demons. Out-of-body experiences and past-life memories. Science casts a skeptical eye. But Dr. Stanislav Grof-the psychiatric researcher who cofounded transpersonal psychology-believes otherwise. When the Impossible Happens presents Dr. Grof 's mesmerizing firsthand account of over 50 years of inquiry into waters uncharted by classical psychology, one that will leave readers questioning the very fabric of our existence. From his first LSD session that gave him a glimpse of cosmic consciousness to his latest work with Holotropic Breathwork, When the Impossible Happens will amaze readers with vivid explorations of topics such as: Temptations of a Non-Local Universe-experiments in astral projection Praying Mantis in Manhattan and other tales of synchronicity Trailing Clouds of Glory-remembering birth and prenatal life Dying and Beyond-survival of consciousness after death When the Impossible Happens is an incredible opportunity to journey beyond ordinary consciousness, guaranteed to shake the foundations of what we assume to be reality, and sure to offer a new vision of our human potential.

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A thrilling tale of betrayal and revenge set against the nineteenth-century American frontier, the astonishing story of real-life trapper and frontiersman Hugh Glass The year is 1823, and the trappers of the Rocky Mountain Fur Company live a brutal frontier life. Hugh Glass is among the company's finest men, an experienced frontiersman and an expert tracker. But when a scouting mission puts him face-to-face with a grizzly bear, he is viciously mauled and not expected to survive. Two company men are dispatched to stay behind and tend to Glass before he dies. When the men abandon him instead, Glass is driven to survive by one desire: revenge. With shocking grit and determination, Glass sets out, crawling at first, across hundreds of miles of uncharted American frontier. Based on a true story, The Revenant is a remarkable tale of obsession, the human will stretched to its limits, and the lengths that one man will go to for retribution.

Five Nights at Freddy's fans won't want to miss this collection of three chilling stories that will haunt even the bravest FNAF player. Have you ever wanted something badly, even though you shouldn't? . . . Steve's dreams of a video game programming career and starting a family lead him to take a job that seems too good to be true. Aiden and Jace can't resist scaring some young kids in the tube maze of Freddy Fazbear's Mega Pizzaplex. And all Billy wants is to become the perfect ideal of what he knows he really is ― an animatronic. But in the world of Five Nights at Freddy's, be careful what you wish for . . . In this second volume, Five Nights at Freddy's creator Scott Cawthon spins three sinister novella-length tales from uncharted corners of his series' canon. Readers beware: this collection of terrifying tales is enough to unsettle even the most hardened Five Nights at Freddy's fans Perfect for video game fans and fans of horror If you enjoy the FNAF series, check out Bendy and the Ink Machine and Hello Neighbor.