Patrick S. Tomlinson Knihy

Lidstvo prchá z umírající Země na palubě vesmírné lodě Archa a hledá nový domov mezi hvězdami. Bryan Benson největší žijící sportovní legenda na Arše, pracuje po ukončení své sportovní kariery jako detektiv. Pracovní doba je příjemná, práce snadná a výhody nepřekonatelné. Tedy alespoň do okamžiku, než se začne pohřešovat jeden člen posádky. Benson postupně rozplétá síť podvodů, tajností a násilí. Začíná pochybovat o všem, co dosud o životě na Arše věděl. Kdo by mohl chtít zničit loď, na níž žije? A s ní zbytek lidstva?

Vesmírná loď Archa se navzdory všem překážkám dostala i s třiceti tisíci přeživšími k Tau Ceti G. Lidem tak začal dlouhý a nesnadný úkol: znovu si vybudovat svou civilizaci. Mezitím se na druhém konci nového světa domorodí G’telané potýkají s náhlým zjevením něčeho, co mnozí z nich považují za dávno ztracené bohy. První kontakt lidí s G’telany se zvrtne, provází ho smrt na obou stranách. Šíří se zvěsti, že k masakru nedošlo náhodou. Rozluštění této záhady se ujímá Bryan Benson. Ve spolupráci s domorodým Kexxem je Benson uvržen do srdce neznámé kultury, aniž by alespoň tušil, kdo ho chce uctívat a kdo zabít… Součástí knihy je bonus – krátká povídka POSLEDNÍ START!

In a demilitarized zone on the border of human space, long range spy satellites are mysteriously going quiet, and no one know why. Captain Susan Kamala and her crew are dispatched to figure out what's going on and solve the problem. That problem, however, is a mysterious, bleeding edge alien ship that no human vessel could hope to match in open conflict. But, it's not spoiling for a fight. Now, the Captain and her Crew must figure out how to navigate a complicated game of diplomacy, balancing the needs of their corporate overlords, and the honest desire for a lasting peace between the two races, all without letting a long standing cold war turn hot.

Exploring the vastness of the universe, the book delves into the complexity of human nature and the tendency to make poor choices. It juxtaposes the limitless cosmos with the limitations of human judgment, prompting readers to reflect on their own decisions. Through a blend of humor and insight, it highlights the paradox of our infinite potential alongside our propensity for folly, inviting contemplation on the nature of existence and personal responsibility.

Firstname Lastname is a no one with nowhere to go. With a name that is the result of an unfortnate clerical error and destined to be one of the only humans on an alien space station. That is until she sneaks aboard a ship and joins up with a crew of repomen (they are definitely not pirates). Now she's traveling the galaxy "recovering" ships. What could go wrong?

When an accident destroys the family plow during the height of planting season, young Ansel Deepspade must journey alone to Central City and find a replacement. Yet the tool he purchases turns out to be more than it appears, he is unexpectedly propelled into an adventure beyond his wildest dreams.His adventure will have him discovering a secret goblin village, racing with a centaur, and uncovering the sinister plans of Duke Gerkolis. More secrets unravel around him and it seems no one is as they appear; including his father, Yorick.Caught in the rising tide of political intrigue and ancient magic, the farm boy realizes that there are two sides to every story. And every story needs a hero.

Following her promise to the golem, Koch'Nonul, Kellacun finds herself in a foreign land surrounded by the most deadly of all cults - The Al'Kalidian elves.The young rogue must plunder a tomb and claim its treasure, but she finds more than she bargained for.The exciting third book in "The Wererat's Tale" saga.

No matter how far humanity comes, it can't escape its own worst impulses, in this far-future science fiction thriller from the author of The Ark.

Originally published in 1861, Mill's great work systematically details and defends the doctrine of utilitarianism. Arguing first that a morally good action is one that increases the general sum of happiness in the world, Mill then says that general principles of justice should be based on this idea.

A comprehensive and up to date text for all those required to understand past and current early years' policy and practice.