Fiction : Historical

An epic work of literary fiction about the superb military leader of Carthage, Hannibal Barca, and his struggle against the mighty Roman Republic. With a vast cast of characters and nationalities, twists of fate, and tales of inspired leadership, David Anthony Durham perfectly captures the legendary Hannibal's world in Pride of Carthage . more...

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Bristol in 1787 is booming, a city where power beckons those who dare to take risks. Josiah Cole, a small dockside trader, is prepared to gamble everything to join the big players of the city. But he needs capital and a well-connected wife. more...

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Texas in 1873 is no place for a woman alone, especially a beautiful, unattached woman with clear title to a prime piece of cattle land. It’s also no place for a man with a price on his head, seeking justice for an unspeakable crime, as well as his own redemption.When Martha MacLannon meets Jake Bowman, she recognizes him as the man she’s waited for all her life, but his offer to help her save her ranch for a cut of the profits doesn’t sound like the offer of a man who means to stay. Jake yearns for Martha’s healing love, but knows his mission in Travis County will likely cost him his own life.Jake’s past comes back with a vengence, placing them both in danger. Can Jake save Martha and the life they hope to build together? Rustler’s Bride contains graphic sexual content and language and violence. more...

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Now in paperback: the runaway British bestseller that has cloudspotters everywhere looking up. Where do clouds come from? Why do they look the way they do? And why have they captured the imagination of timeless artists, Romantic poets, and every kid who's ever held a crayon? Veteran journalist and lifelong sky watcher Gavin Pretor-Pinney reveals everything there is to know about clouds, from history and science to art and pop culture. Cumulus, nimbostratus, and the dramatic and surfable Morning Glory cloud are just a few of the varieties explored in this smart, witty, and eclectic tour through the skies. Illustrated with striking photographs (including a new section in full-color) and line drawings featuring everything from classical paintings to lava lamps, The Cloudspotter's Guide will have enthusiasts, weather watchers, and the just plain curious floating on cloud nine. more...

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W.E.B. Griffin returns to the series that launched his phenomenal career-- in an explosive new novel that pits a team of Special Forces warriors against the legendary revolutionary Che Guevara. more...

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