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"It is enough to say that when Allan Quatermain, in the opening sentence of his narrative, speaks of this as 'one of the strangest of all the adventures which have befallen me in the course of a life, that so far can scarcely be called tame or humdrum,' he is well within the mark . . . handled in Sir Rider Haggard's best manner." --The Spectator, London

I HAVE THIS NIFTY IDEA...Now what do I do with it?This book contains outlines for science fiction and fantasy novels which real authors (new and old) used to sell their books to major publishing companies . . . actual examples drawn from authorsâ¿¿ files, not idealized versions prepared just for a textbook.Whether youâ¿¿re a beginning writer looking to break into novels, an experienced professional seeking new tools and techniques to sell books, or a fan curious about the remarkable thought-processes of some of the great genre writers of our time, you will find something here which enlightens, educates, and entertains you.I Have This Nifty Idea is the perfect addition to every library of books on writing.Includes work by Robert Silverberg, David Brin, Joe Haldeman, Mike Resnick, Robert J. Sawyer, Barry N. Malzberg, Kevin J. Anderson, Charles Sheffield, Katharine Kerr, Jack Dann, Jack L. Chalker, and many more.

In this Allan Quatermain romance set in South Africa, the Zulu wizard Zikali sends the hunter and his companion Hans on a quest into the South African wilderness to retrieve leaves from the Tree of Illusions. On the way, they encounter a lost civilization and the legend of Heu-Heu, an ape-like monster

Discovering Classic Fantasy Fiction: Essays on the Antecedents of Fantastic Literature is a compilation of critical essays exploring the roots and development of classic fantasy literature. Published in 1996, this anthology includes contributions from notable scholars and critics who examine the works of various influential authors in the fantasy genre.Included are: Introduction - Darrell SchweitzerLord Dunsany: The Career of a Fantaisiste - S.T. JoshiJames Branch Cabell: No Fit Employment for a Grown Man - Don D'AmmassaMervyn Wall and the Comedy of Despair - Darrell SchweitzerJohn Collier, Fantastic Miniaturist - Alan WarrenA. Merritt: A Dreamer and a Visionary - Jack L. ChalkerHope Mirrlees: Antiquarian and Innovator - Gary C. HoppenstandE. R. Eddison: A Literary Biography - Brian AtteberyFritz Leiber and the New, Improved Weird Tale - Bruce ByfieldThe Secret Life of Arthur Machen - Mark ValentineClark Ashton Smith: The Last of the Great Romantics - Steve BehrendsBibliographical Checklist of Critical Studies in Classic Fantasy Literature - Compiled by Marshall B. Tymn

This comprehensive survey delves into the varied critical perspectives surrounding Stephen King's The Shining and Stanley Kubrick's iconic film adaptation. It explores the contrasting interpretations of King's supernatural horror and Kubrick's psychological thriller, examining themes of trauma, madness, and family dynamics. The book offers insights into the artistic, cultural, and philosophical debates that have emerged over the years, providing readers with a deep understanding of how both versions have shaped the horror genre and influenced popular culture.

The world was a planet of union, when dolphin and man communicated, held by a common bond--the Great Compact of Life. When the dolphins sang their hypnotic music, beings of the sea and beings of the land united in ecstatic celebration, renewing the Compact for the fullness of each life.

Captain Norman Mickey Miller spent more than six thousand hours at the controls of airplanes. The Navy was his life. A legend began to grow up around him during his combat cruise in the Central Pacific as commanding officer of Bombing Squadron 109. Even to seasoned airmen his personal exploits were breathtaking, and under his leadership his squadron established the best record of destruction against enemy shipping and island bases of any land-based Navy search squadron in the Pacific.This is his story.