Bill Keith erschafft fesselnde Erzählungen, die aus einem reichen Erfahrungsschatz schöpfen. Seine Schriften befassen sich mit den Komplexitäten der menschlichen Natur und den Feinheiten von Beziehungen und bieten den Lesern tiefe Einblicke. Mit einer unverwechselbaren Stimme und der Fähigkeit, das Publikum in seine Welten eintauchen zu lassen, hat sich Keith eine treue Leserschaft aufgebaut. Sein literarischer Beitrag liegt in seiner erzählerischen Fähigkeit, die sowohl zum Nachdenken anregt als auch fesselt.
Set in a galaxy-spanning conflict, this military sci-fi series explores the battle between amortal humans and a mysterious alien intelligence. The gripping narrative promises an immersive experience, showcasing the intricacies of warfare and survival in a vast universe. Ian Douglas, a New York Times bestselling author, crafts a compelling tale that delves into the complexities of human resilience and the unknown challenges posed by extraterrestrial forces.
The second edition highlights significant advancements in urban ecology research and education since 2015. It emphasizes the importance of understanding urban ecosystems and showcases nature-based strategies aimed at improving habitats and addressing environmental challenges in urban settings.
It all comes down to this... From NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Ian Douglas comes the jaw-dropping finale to his adrenaline-fueled military sci-fi Solar Warden series.
Mars has fallen and Earth is next. As the Spiral tightens its deadly grip on humanity, Fitch Crawley serves as a murderous emissary. No one can stop them. Least of all Zeke Hailey, on a far-flung moon, resurrected but his memory wiped clean.Never has Zeke more needed his best friend, but Scuff Barnum is gone. Hurled billions of years back in time. Scuff is trapped with the ancient Martians on the eve of the calamity that destroyed them. Could he change prehistory or is he doomed to perish in a fiery apocalypse?Zeke struggles to cure his amnesia, aided by a mysterious scientist and aliens. But even if Zeke recovers, what chance has he of returning to Mars for one last stand? Now that the colonists are dead and only robots and monsters remain. Truly, the Spiral will kill all life in the universe.
The 1970s are back! Why better decade for a new anthology of space opera stories than the one that gave birth to a certain epic set long ago, in a galaxy far, far away?The stories in this book feature the distinctive style of the 70s, transported to thrilling new worlds, fleets, and conflicts in the farthest and most exciting reaches of the universe. Groove to tales of cosmic heroes in bellbottoms and platform shoes… alien ships like glittering mirror balls... soundtracks of gritty soul, disco, and hard rock. You’ll find everything from kung fu fighting to streetwise private dicks... all souped up with incredible ray gun/rocketship action brought to sizzling life by some of the most talented scifi scribes of today and tomorrow.Buckle up for the latest dazzling adventures by Marc Scott Zicree, Dean Wesley Smith, Cat Rambo, Peter David, Ian Douglas, Robert Jeschonek, Craig Martelle, Blaze Ward, Ron Collins, Annie Reed, Mike Baron, Mark Leslie Lefebvre, and Jim Gotaas... plus an introduction by the one and only Barbara Bain, who played Dr. Helena Russel on classic 70s scifi TV series Space: 1999.
Hydrological Research at the Danum Valley Field Studies Center
Focusing on hydrology, this volume delves into three decades of research in the Danum Valley Conservation Area, a unique lowland rainforest in Malaysia. Ian Douglas examines the interplay of water within the ecosystem, addressing soil erosion, sedimentation, and the impact of extreme weather events. He analyzes how logging activities alter sediment dynamics and drainage pathways, while also proposing methods to mitigate damage to soils and streams. The book highlights the broader ecological consequences of logging on local flora and fauna, providing a comprehensive understanding of rainforest hydrology.
New York Times bestselling author Ian Douglas delivers the action-packed second military sci-fi adventure in his Solar Warden series, set in a wildly imaginative alternate present where conspiracy theories are terrifying realities and reptilian aliens team up with Nazis in space.
Stories that celebrate the real people that lived and worked on Britain's canals