Christopher L. Bennett is known for his innovative approach to science fiction, blending rigorous scientific concepts with imaginative storytelling. His work often explores complex themes and characters within richly detailed universes, captivating readers with both intellectual depth and thrilling narratives. Bennett's dedication to the genre is evident in his prolific output and his ability to craft compelling adventures that resonate long after the final page.
Focusing on the effectiveness of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies, the book shifts the conversation from a traditional race-and-gender perspective to examine the specific conditions that influence their success or failure. It delves into how these policies can either foster collaboration and understanding or lead to division, offering a nuanced analysis of the factors that shape their impact in various contexts.
Set in the 1950s and 1960s, the narrative follows Christopher Bennett, a spirited child of migrant parents growing up in the rough suburb of Fitzroy. Amidst a community filled with colorful characters, Chris embarks on escapades that lead to unexpected challenges, including conflicts with authorities and separation from his family. His journey captures the essence of a working-class upbringing in a time marked by both camaraderie and chaos.
Der Planet Droplet ist eine Welt, die hauptsächliche aus Wasser besteht, ohne den kleinsten Flecken festen Bodens. Hier sollte es kein Leben geben, dennoch gedeiht es. Aili Lavena, die aquatische Pilotin der Titan, führt die Erforschung dieser geheimnisvollen Welt an und stellt sich der Gefahr des riesigen, wilden Ozeans. Eine der einheimischen Spezies entpuppt sich als empfindungsfähig und Lavena findet sich in einer heiklen Kontaktsituation wieder. Als schließlich gute Absichten großes Unheil anrichten, werden Lavena und Riker von der Mannschaft abgeschnitten und als vermisst gemeldet. So muss Troi ein lebensveränderndes Ereignis ohne ihren Ehemann durchstehen, während die Besatzung versucht, ein globales Chaos ungeschehen zu machen, das sie verursacht hat ...
Als die Titan in eine unbekannte Region des Raums vordringt, werden die Telepathen in ihrer Crew - einschließlich des Diplomatie-Offiziers Deanna Troi - von einem fremden Schrei der Qualen überwältigt. Das führt die Crew zu dem Ort eines schockierenden Blutbads: Eine Zivilisation interstellarer "Walfänger" macht Jagd auf eine bekannte Spezies intelligenter im Raum lebender Giganten. Entsetzt, aber entschlossen nicht vorschnell zu urteilen, beginnen Captain William Riker und seine Crew eine Untersuchung und entdecken einen kosmischen Laichgrund in einer Region aktiver Sternbildung - das Ökosystem einer verblüffenden Reihe vielfältiger, aber ebenso riesiger Lebensformen. Bei dem Versuch die Ausbeutung dieser Kreaturen zu beenden, überlässt Rikers Crew ihnen die Mittel, der Jagd auf sie ein Ende zu bereiten ... nur um zu entdecken, dass nicht alles so ist, wie es scheint.
Although little known, cannabis and other psychoactive plants held a prominent and important role in the Occult arts of Alchemy and Magic, as well as being used in ritual initiations of certain secret societies. Find out about the important role cannabis played in helping to develop modern medicines through alchemical works. Cannabis played a pivotal role in spagyric alchemy, and appears in the works of alchemists such as Zosimos, Avicenna, Llull, Paracelsus, Cardano and Rabelais. Cannabis also played a pivotal role in medieval and renaissance magic and recipes with instructions for its use appear in a number of influential and important grimoires such as the Picatrix, Sepher Raxiel: Liber Salomonis, and The Book of Oberon. Could cannabis be the Holy Grail? With detailed historical references, the author explores the allegations the Templars were influenced by the hashish ingesting Assassins of medieval Islam, and that myths of the Grail are derived from the Persian traditions around the sacred beverage known as haoma, which was a preparation of cannabis, opium and other drugs. Many of the works discussed, have never been translated into English, or published in centuries. The unparalleled research in this volume makes it a potential perennial classic on the subjects of both medieval and renaissance history of cannabis, as well as the role of plants in the magical and occult traditions.
The book chronicles the grueling annual mountain bike race that spans 2,650 miles along the Continental Divide, featuring challenging terrains such as dirt roads, muddy tracks, and snow-covered mountains. With over 170,000 feet of climbing, it highlights the physical and mental endurance required to compete in one of the toughest races in the world, from Banff, Canada, to Antelope Wells, New Mexico.
The scale of international investment in peace-building in Bosnia has been
unprecedented. Despite the massive international commitment in time, resources
and effort, Bosnia's peace is at best paralyzed. This title argues that the
failure of peace-building is the failure of the 'liberal peace model'. It
offers an analysis of stalled peace process.
Continuing the milestone 50th anniversary celebration of Star Trek, a brand-
new novel of The Original Series featuring James T. Kirk, Spock, and the crew
of the USS Enterprise!
The book captures the grueling challenge of an annual mountain bike race that spans over 2,650 miles along the Continental Divide, featuring extreme elevation gains of over 170,000 feet. Competitors navigate diverse terrains, including dirt roads, muddy tracks, and snow-covered mountains, from Banff, Canada, to Antelope Wells, New Mexico. The narrative delves into the physical and mental endurance required to tackle such a formidable course, highlighting the resilience of the athletes who participate.
