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The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Robert Jordan , Brandon Sanderson

Nombre de pages: 878

Now a major TV series on Prime Video The twelfth novel in the Wheel of Time series - one of the most influential and popular fantasy epics ever published. Tarmon Gai'don, the Last Battle, looms. And mankind is not ready. Rand al'Thor struggles to unite a fractured network of kingdoms and alliances in preparation for the Last Battle, as his allies watch in terror the shadow that seems to be growing within the heart of the Dragon Reborn himself. Egwene al'Vere is a captive of the White Tower and subject to the whims of their tyrannical leader. She works to hold together the disparate factions of Aes Sedai, as the days tick toward the Seanchan attack she knows is imminent. Her fight will prove the mettle of the Aes Sedai, and her conflict will decide the future of the White Tower - and possibly the world itself. 'Epic in every sense' Sunday Times 'With the Wheel of Time, Jordan has come to dominate the world that Tolkien began to reveal' New York Times '[The] huge ambitious Wheel of Time series helped redefine the genre' George R. R. Martin 'A fantasy phenomenon' SFX The Wheel of Time series: Book 1: The Eye of the World Book 2: The Great Hunt Book 3: The Dragon Reborn Book 4: The...

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Geirr H. Haarr

Nombre de pages: 561

The term 'the phony war' is often applied to the first months of the Second World War, a term suggesting inaction or passivity. That may have been the perception of the war on land, but at sea it was very different. This new book is a superb survey of the fierce naval struggles, from 1939 up to the invasion of the Norway in April 1940.??The author begins the book with the sinking of the German fleet at Scapa Flow in 1919 and then covers the rebuilding of the Kriegsmarine and parallel developments in the Royal Navy, and summarises relevant advances in European navies. The main part of the book then describes the actions at sea starting with the fall of Poland. There is a complex, intertwined narrative that follows. The sinking of Courageous, the German mining of the British East Coast, the Northern Patrol, the sinking of Rawalpindi, small ship operations in the North Sea and German Bight, the Altmark incident are all covered. Further afield the author deals with the German surface raiders and looks at the early stages of the submarine war in the Atlantic.??As with his previous books, Geirr Haarr has researched extensively in German, British, and other archives, and the work is...

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Dennis K. Hausker

Nombre de pages: 261

Dave's back, escaped with his friends of the quest to the Radjuk Empire, but they weren't unscathed and they're much different people. Their daunting challenge trying to unite the fractious races together for a mutual defense against the inevitable imperial invasion forces them into further harrowing life altering experiences and a new issue arises as a mysterious stranger appears. Is he a friend, or not? Dave can't seem to corral his discordant feelings about him. Dave still can't understand the development of his powers and the miraculous things he does, but that doesn't make him confident in his decisions.

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Peter Smalley

Nombre de pages: 386

Spring 1791 Though deeply disturbed by a terrible incident during his previous commission, James Hayter is nevertheless on the verge of taking command of HMS Sloop Eglantine as Master and Commander when personal tragedy shatters his life. The twin blows convince Hayter that he is not fit to command and he must turn his back on the sea forever. Even the intervention of his friend and former captain, William Rennie cannot not dissuade him from derelicting his duty. Though repenting in the end of his decision, Hayter's career in the Navy appears to be over until the intervention of an agent, Mr Brough Mappin, working for Hayter's old nemesis, the British Secret Service Fund. Mappin's plan offers Hayter a chance to revive his career on a special mission, with the promise of reinstatement in the Royal Naval List if he is successful. But it is also the single most dangerous mission of his life. He must sail for France with Rennie in HMS Expedient and there rescue some persons of interest from the grasp of the French Revolutionary forces searching for them. What no one mentions is that the rescue will bring to bear on Expedient and her crew, a force so fierce and mighty that, if it can,...

La Roue du Temps, T12 : La Tempête imminente

Auteure: Robert Jordan , Brandon Sanderson , Jean Claude Mallé

Nombre de pages: 908

La Roue du Temps tourne et les Âges naissent et meurent, laissant dans leur sillage des souvenirs destinés à devenir des légendes. Avant l'Ultime Bataille, Rand lutte encore pour unifier des royaumes séparés par d'anciennes querelles, tout en s'efforçant de négocier une trêve avec les Seanchaniens. Autour de lui, ses plus fidèles alliés s'inquiètent. S'il continue à s'endurcir, vidé de toute émotion, aura-t-il la force d'âme requise, au mont Shayol Ghul, pour livrer son duel à mort contre le Ténébreux ? À la Tour Blanche, prisonnière et à la merci des cruels caprices d'Elaida, Egwene s'acharne à miner le pouvoir de sa rivale. En aura-t-elle le temps, alors que l'attaque des Seanchaniens se profile ? Si les Aes Sedai reculent, une défaite signerait la fin de leur fief millénaire... et sans doute de tous les espoirs du monde. Un tome de La Roue du Temps inédit en France, coécrit par Brandon Sanderson. « Jordan est parvenu à dominer le monde que Tolkien a révélé. » The New York Times

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Storybuddiesplay

Nombre de pages: 81

In the epic fantasy tale, "Echoes of the Serpent," Vikramaditya and Vedale, celestial twins blessed with solar and lunar energies, find themselves thrust into a fight for the very balance of their world. A monstrous serpent god, Rahu, disrupts the natural order, plunging the realms into chaos. As the twins train to harness their celestial powers, they face trials and tribulations, their bond tested by betrayal and the allure of darkness. But Vikramaditya and Vedale are not alone. With the help of a wise mentor, Amara, and a redeemed friend, Dharmesh, they confront Rahu in a battle that shakes the foundations of the celestial plane. Though victorious, their fight is far from over. The echoes of Rahu's influence linger, causing unrest in the Verdant Realm and the subterranean realm of Ignis. Vikramaditya and Vedale, now seasoned guardians, must split paths, leading separate expeditions to investigate the source of the imbalance. "Echoes of the Serpent" is a story of light versus shadow, friendship and forgiveness, and the enduring power of unity. It will captivate readers who enjoy tales of celestial beings, thrilling battles, and the delicate dance between light and darkness. With...

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Neil Port

Nombre de pages: 563

Bumper edition! Three sections for the price of one! Jacinta has been badly injured in her fight with a daimôn. It seems she will have to give up her dream of being a warrior. A group of young women desperately need her help, but how can she help them when she can't help herself? The elves and their allies have a period of peace, but it is an illusion. There is a great storm building far to the East. The Hun are coming for the last elves of Anatole and the Transkaukasos in numbers too great to comprehend. The evil wizard Æloðulf lives and when the hordes come they will be backed by the darkest magic of all. While Philippos is dead the Makedónes are now led by Aléxandros, his even more dangerous son. The elves are fewer and far weaker than they were when they faced the last barbarian horde. They will face war on multiple fronts leading up to the final desperate defence of Elgard. The last is a battle they cannot truly win. Will this be the end of the elves and all that stand with them?

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Kate Elliott

Nombre de pages: 911

The cataclysm long foretold has shaken the world. King Henry's obsession with uniting the warring kingdoms of Wendar and Varre has left his people destitute and vulnerable to attack. As earthly and supernatural forces gather to overthrow all Henry has fought for, Alain and Liath come to realise their twin destinies. Between them they hold the key to secrets which could yet save Henry's realm, but even they may be powerless should the Cursed Ones return. Look out for more information on this and other titles at www.orbitbooks.co.uk

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Winston Churchill

Nombre de pages: 752

Covers the period from the Treaty of Versailles to Churchill's appointment as Prime Minister in 1940.

What the Storm Means: Prologue to the Gathering Storm

Auteure: Robert Jordan , Brandon Sanderson

Nombre de pages: 87

The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. In the Prologue to The Gathering Storm, the first volume of the last trilogy of Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time epic, Rand al'Thor, the Dragon Reborn, struggles to unite a fractured network of kingdoms and alliances in preparation for the Last Battle. As he attempts to halt the Seanchan encroachment northward---wishing he could form at least a temporary truce with the invaders---his allies watch in terror the shadow that seems to be growing within the heart of the Dragon Reborn himself. The Wheel of Time® New Spring: The Novel #1 The Eye of the World #2 The Great Hunt #3 The Dragon Reborn #4 The Shadow Rising #5 The Fires of Heaven #6 Lord of Chaos #7 A Crown of Swords #8 The Path of Daggers #9 Winter's Heart #10 Crossroads of Twilight #11 Knife of Dreams By Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson #12 The Gathering Storm #13 Towers of Midnight #14 A Memory of Light By Robert Jordan and Teresa Patterson The World of Robert...

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Winston Churchill

Nombre de pages: 697

The Gathering Storm covers the period from the end of the First World War to the beginning of The Second World War and the first year of the War. Churchill labeled the "moral of the work" as follows: "In War: Resolution, In Defeat: Defiance, In Victory: Magnanimity, In Peace: Goodwill"

The Gathering Storm of Winston S. Churchill. Illustrated

Auteure: Winston S. Churchill

Nombre de pages: 663

"The Gathering Storm" is the first volume in Winston S. Churchill's monumental six-volume series "The Second World War." This gripping account transports readers to the tumultuous years leading up to World War II, delving into the political and military events that shaped the course of history. In this meticulously researched and eloquently written book, Churchill, who was not only a prominent statesman but also a gifted historian, provides a firsthand perspective on the challenges faced by Britain and the world during the interwar period. He offers keen insights into the rise of totalitarianism, the diplomatic maneuvering of the great powers, and the erosion of international stability. "The Gathering Storm" paints a vivid portrait of the complexities and tensions of the time, highlighting the failures of appeasement and the growing threat of Nazi Germany. Churchill's narrative prowess and his ability to capture the urgency and gravity of the situation make this volume an absorbing and thought-provoking read. This book is not only a historical masterpiece but also a timeless reflection on the consequences of political indecision and the courage required to confront tyranny. It...

Le Choeur des dragons, T1 : Le Fléau des rois

Auteure: Jenn Lyons , Louise Malagoli

Nombre de pages: 746

Kihrin a grandi dans les quartiers pauvres de la Cité capitale. Voleur et fils de ménestrel élevé dans une maison close, il a été bercé par les fables évoquant des princes disparus et des aventures trépidantes. Lorsqu'il est malgré lui désigné comme le fils perdu d'un seigneur cruel et corrompu, Kihrin se retrouve à la merci des querelles de pouvoir et des ambitions politiques qui animent sa nouvelle famille. Quasi prisonnier, Kihrin découvre qu'être un prince disparu n'a pas grand-chose à voir avec les histoires des ménestrels. D'ailleurs, il s'avère que celles-ci lui ont bien menti : sur les dragons, les démons, les dieux, les prophéties... et l'idée que le héros gagne toujours à la fin. Peut-être Kihrin n'est-il pas ce héros, finalement. Car il n'a pas pour destin de sauver le monde... mais de le détruire. « On ne peut qu'être impressionné par l'ambition de cette oeuvre. Un récit haut en couleur où se croisent voleurs, magiciens, rois et assassins, et où l'on prend plaisir à se plonger. » The New York Times « Jenn Lyons entraîne ses lecteurs dans un voyage qui se déplie comme un magnifique origami. » The Wall Street Journal « Un premier...

The Gathering Storm: The Origins of the Second World War

Auteure: Winston Churchill

Nombre de pages: 700

In 'The Gathering Storm: The Origins of the Second World War' by Winston Churchill, the renowned British leader meticulously examines the events leading up to one of the most devastating conflicts in human history. Written with a compelling literary style, Churchill's insightful analysis delves into the political, economic, and ideological factors that ultimately culminated in the outbreak of World War II. Drawing on his first-hand experiences as a key figure in British politics during the tumultuous interwar period, Churchill provides a comprehensive account of the complexities and tensions that contributed to the global conflict. The vivid and detailed narrative captures the gravity of the situation, allowing readers to grasp the significance of the decisions made by world leaders at the time. Winston Churchill's authoritative voice and meticulous research make 'The Gathering Storm' a valuable contribution to the study of history and the origins of the Second World War. Churchill's unique perspective as a political leader and historian offers readers a compelling and informative account of the turbulent times preceding the outbreak of global conflict. For anyone interested in...

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Mack Maloney , Brian Kelleher

Nombre de pages: 451

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Winston S. Churchill

Nombre de pages: 743

“It is our immense good fortune that a man who presided over this crisis in history is able to turn the action he lived through into enduring literature.” —The New York Times This book is the first in Winston Churchill’s monumental six-volume account of the struggle between the Allied Powers in Europe against Germany and the Axis during World War II. Told from the unique viewpoint of a British prime minister, it is also the story of one nation’s heroic role in the fight against tyranny. Having learned a lesson at Munich they would never forget, the British refused to make peace with Hitler, defying him even after France had fallen and it seemed as though the Nazis were unstoppable. What lends this work its tension and power is Churchill’s inclusion of primary source material. We are presented with not only Churchill’s retrospective analysis of the war, but also memos, letters, orders, speeches, and telegrams, day-by-day accounts of reactions as the drama intensifies. We listen as strategies and counterstrategies unfold in response to Hitler’s conquest of Europe, planned invasion of England, and assault on Russia. Together they give a mesmerizing account of the...

Roman en neuf lettres

Auteure: Dostoïevski

Nombre de pages: 25

Dans cette nouvelle tout à fait mineure dans l'oeuvre de l'auteur, et même d'une qualité assez «moyenne»... deux joueurs de cartes s'unissent pour extorquer de l'argent à un jeune homme riche, Eugène. Le premier, Pierre Ivanovitch, a emprunté trois cent cinquante roubles au second pour monter cette supercherie et il évite de le rencontrer. Le second lui écrit de longues lettres en l'accusant de mauvaise foi. Enfin, complètement brouillés, chacun d'eux envoie à l'autre un billet doux écrit par la femme de l'autre...

Josh Anvil and the Gathering Storm

Auteure: Bruce E. Arrington

Nombre de pages: 318

Fourteen-year-old Josh Anvil is back on Earth, having rescued his grandparents from oblivion. After his interview makes him the laughingstock of the world, he returns home to face school finals, mind-numbing nightmares, demanding FBI agents, and teacher clones. Meanwhile the Earth’s atmosphere is heating up toward Triassic period levels, and no one seems to know why. With a new girlfriend and a promise of basketball stardom, Josh’s life seems to be getting more bearable. But is it only the calm before the storm? Weaved in YA fantasy with elements of action and comedy, Josh Anvil and The Gathering Storm captures the trials of a high school freshman with powerful abilities at his command.

Beyond the Gathering Storm (Canadian West Book #5)

Auteure: Janette Oke

Nombre de pages: 255

Henry--a Canadian Mountie like his father--struggles between the call of duty and the call of his heart. When he informs a young logger's wife of her husband's death, the memory of that loss haunts him for years. Assigned to a new beat five years later, he rediscovers Amber and gains her trust...and eventually her heart.

Sayles Talk

Auteure: Diane Carson , Heidi Kenaga

Nombre de pages: 300

The first collection of original essays on the work of writer-director John Sayles, this book addresses the full range of his films from a variety of critical viewpoints.

Gathering Storm

Auteure: Nya Luther King

Nombre de pages: 319

In a world where magic weaves through every corner of existence, Ironheart Academy stands as a beacon of hope, knowledge, and power. But as whispers of impending conflict grow louder, a storm is brewing that could change everything. Join Lina, a determined young mage with untapped potential, as she navigates the treacherous waters of academy life. From her first elemental trial to the unveiling of dark secrets hidden within the academy's walls, Lina's journey is fraught with challenges that test her abilities, her friendships, and her very identity. As rival factions emerge, tensions rise, and loyalties are put to the test. Lina must confront her past and embrace her lineage to uncover the truth behind her powers. Alongside her friends—Mariel, the fierce warrior, Jasper, the brilliant innovator, and Arion, the wise mentor—Lina embarks on a quest that will take them beyond the academy's boundaries and into the heart of danger. With the looming threat of an ancient evil seeking to reclaim its dominion, the students of Ironheart Academy must unite. But can they withstand the gathering storm, or will the tides of darkness sweep them away? Dive into a world of magic, intrigue, and...

Gathering Storms

Auteure: Elisa B. Mellis , Elisa B.

Nombre de pages: 426

Alexis Morgan, a top defense attorney, must defend Ian Chambers, a movie star, for murder. What appears to be an open and shut case has more twist and turns in it than a roller coaster. Alexis and Ian were once lovers. Not only do they have to sift through the facts of the case but they must also sift through the stormy emotions that each other brings out and the past they left behind. As the story unfolds, truths and lies are brought to the surface with startling consequences. The GATHERING STORMS of emotions that are locked up inside are finally dealt with.

Encyclopedia of American Religion and Politics

Auteure: Paul A. Djupe , Laura R. Olson

Nombre de pages: 529

Presents an encyclopedia of religion and politics in America including short biographies of important political and religious figures like Ralph Abernathy, civil rights leader, and Ralph Waldo Emerson, writer, and synopses of religious entities like the Branch Davidians and the Episcopal church as well as important court cases of relevancy like Epperson et al. v. Arkansas having to do with evolution.

Transactions of the Royal Historical Society: Volume 11

Auteure: Royal Historical Society

Nombre de pages: 470

The annual collection of articles from the Royal Historical Society.

The Second World War: The gathering storm (1948)

Auteure: Winston Churchill

Nombre de pages: 672

Perspectives on U.S. Competitiveness in Science and Technology

Auteure: Titus Galama , James R. Hosek

Nombre de pages: 152

Is the United States in danger of losing its competitive edge in science and technology "S & T"? In response to this concern, the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness asked RAND to convene a meeting, held on November 8, 2006, to review evidence presented by experts from academia, government, and the private sector. The papers presented at the meeting addressed a wide range of issues surrounding the United States' current and future S & T competitiveness, including science policy, the quantitative assessment of S & T capability, globalization, the rise of Asia "particularly China and India", innovation, trade, technology diffusion, the increase in foreign-born S & T students and workers in the United States, new directions in the management and compensation of federal S & T workers, and national security and the defense industry. These papers provide a partial survey of the facts, challenges, and questions posed by the potential erosion of U.S.S & T capability. The importance of S & T to U.S. prosperity and security warrants that policymakers pay careful attention to the various high-level reports issued over the past ve years that warn of pressures on the U.S....

Cowboy Poetry, the Gathering

Auteure: Michael Whitaker

Nombre de pages: 268

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: William Empson

Nombre de pages: 63

L'ascension des Ynnari

Auteure: Gav Thorpe

Nombre de pages: 392

American and British Poetry

Auteure: Harriet Semmes Alexander

Nombre de pages: 512

Falling Behind?

Auteure: Michael S. Teitelbaum

Nombre de pages: 279

How the fear of a shortage in American science talent fuels cycles in the technical labor market Is the United States falling behind in the global race for scientific and engineering talent? Are U.S. employers facing shortages of the skilled workers that they need to compete in a globalized world? Such claims from some employers and educators have been widely embraced by mainstream media and political leaders, and have figured prominently in recent policy debates about education, federal expenditures, tax policy, and immigration. Falling Behind? offers careful examinations of the existing evidence and of its use by those involved in these debates. These concerns are by no means a recent phenomenon. Examining historical precedent, Michael Teitelbaum highlights five episodes of alarm about "falling behind" that go back nearly seventy years to the end of World War II. In each of these episodes the political system responded by rapidly expanding the supply of scientists and engineers, but only a few years later political enthusiasm or economic demand waned. Booms turned to busts, leaving many of those who had been encouraged to pursue science and engineering careers facing...

The Gathering

Auteure: Sharon Sala

Nombre de pages: 311

In the climax of the New York Times–bestselling author’s paranormal romance trilogy, Native Americans from the future unite with the tribes of the past. This thrilling conclusion to the Prophecy Trilogy follows Tyhen, the Windwalker’s daughter, as she journeys to save her people from foreign invaders. She must now fulfill the prophecy by uniting the New Ones—those who come from the future—with the Native American tribes of the past. Her destiny is to save the future of the Native American nations, but as the gathering of these people approaches, danger follows. Tyhen and her soul mate Yuma must lead the party north, encountering various enemies and trials along the path. First published in 2015, The Gathering is the final book in the Prophecy Trilogy and was originally written under her pen name Dinah McCall.

Turning Points

Auteure: Chaomei Chen

Nombre de pages: 287

"Turning Points: The Nature of Creativity" discusses theories and methods focusing on a critical concept of intellectual turning points in the context of critical thinking, scientific discovery, and problem solving in general. This book introduces a novel analytical and experimental system that provides not only new ways for retrospective studies of scientific change but also for characterizing transformative potentials of prospective scientific contributions. The book is intended for scientists and researchers in the fields of information science and computer science. Dr. Chaomei Chen is an Associate Professor at the College of Information Science and Technology, Drexel University, USA.

The Gathering Storm

Auteure: Marshall Miller

Churchill le dictionnaire

Auteure: Antoine Capet

Nombre de pages: 665

"Un ouvrage monumental pour cet homme d'Etat qui ne le fut pas moins." Le Figaro Magazine S'il existe, dans la langue française, de nombreux livres – essais et biographies – qui s'intéressent à la figure emblématique de Winston Churchill, aucun volume rassemblant une telle masse de données sur la " saga churchillienne " n'avait jusqu'alors été publié. Soucieux d'éviter tout parti pris et de sortir des approches traditionnelles consistant à juger ou à célébrer l'homme d'État et/ou le chef de guerre, Antoine Capet a adopté une démarche rigoureuse, fondée sur les découvertes les plus récentes. Au travers de courts chapitres et notices, il offre ainsi au lecteur une synthèse complète de tous les événements qui ont marqué la vie publique et privée de Churchill. Il nous fait entrer dans son intimité, nous fait mieux connaître son incroyable carrière militaire, politique et littéraire, ses liens d'amitié ou son inimitié envers ses compatriotes et les autres décideurs qu'il a côtoyés, sa difficile vie familiale en dehors de son bonheur conjugal ou encore ses goûts et loisirs d'homme privé. Plus d'un demi-siècle après la mort du " Vieux Lion ", il...

Conspiracy Theories

Auteure: Mark Fenster

Nombre de pages: 315

JFK, Karl Marx, the Pope, Aristotle Onassis, Queen Elizabeth II, Howard Hughes, Fox Mulder, Bill Clinton -- all have been linked to vastly complicated global (or even galactic) intrigues. In this enlightening tour of conspiracy theories, Mark Fenster guides readers through this shadowy world and analyzes its complex role in American culture and politics. Fenster argues that conspiracy theories are a form of popular political interpretation and contends that understanding how they circulate through mass culture helps us better understand our society as a whole. To that end, he discusses Richard Hofstadter's The Paranoid Style in American Politics, the militia movement, The X-Files, popular Christian apocalyptic thought, and such artifacts of suspicion as The Turner Diaries, the Illuminatus! trilogy, and the novels of Richard Condon. Fenster analyzes the "conspiracy community" of radio shows, magazine and book publishers, Internet resources, and role-playing games that promote these theories. In this world, the very denial of a conspiracy's existence becomes proof that it exists, and the truth is always "out there." He believes conspiracy theory has become a thrill for a bored...

The Wages of Appeasement

Auteure: Bruce S. Thornton

Nombre de pages: 352

Wages of Appeasement explores the reasons why a powerful state gives in to aggressors. It tells the story of three historical examples of appeasement: the greek city-states of the fourth century b.c., which lost their freedom to Philip II of Macedon; England in the twenties and thirties, and the failure to stop Germany's aggression that led to World War II; and America's current war against Islamic jihad and the 30-year failure to counter Iran's attacks on the U.S. The inherent weaknesses of democracies and their bad habit of pursuing short-term interests at the expense of long-term security play a role in appeasement. But more important are the bad ideas people indulge, from idealized views of human nature to utopian notions like pacifism or disarmament. But especially important is the notion that diplomatic engagement and international institutions like the u.n. can resolve conflict and deter an aggressor––the delusion currently driving the Obama foreign policy in the middle east. Wages of Appeasement combines narrative history and cultural analysis to show how ideas can have dangerous and deadly consequences.

The Battle of the Atlantic

Auteure: Jonathan Dimbleby

Nombre de pages: 585

"The only thing that ever really frightened me during the war was the U-boat peril," wrote Winston Churchill in his monumental history of World War Two. Churchill's fears were well-placed-the casualty rate in the Atlantic was higher than in any other theater of the entire war. The enemy was always and constantly there and waiting, lying just over the horizon or lurking beneath the waves. In many ways, the Atlantic shipping lanes, where U-boats preyed on American ships, were the true front of the war. England's very survival depended on assistance from the United States, much of which was transported across the ocean by boat. The shipping lanes thus became the main target of German naval operations between 1940 and 1945. The Battle of the Atlantic and the men who fought it were therefore crucial to both sides. Had Germany succeeded in cutting off the supply of American ships, England might not have held out. Yet had Churchill siphoned reinforcements to the naval effort earlier, thousands of lives might have been preserved. The battle consisted of not one but hundreds of battles, ranging from hours to days in duration, and forcing both sides into constant innovation and nightmarish...

L'Âme de l'Empereur

Auteure: Brandon Sanderson

Nombre de pages: 153

La jeune Shai a été arrêtée alors qu’elle tentait de voler le Sceptre de Lune de l’Empereur. Mais au lieu d’être exécutée, ses geôliers concluent avec elle un marché : l’Empereur, resté inconscient après une tentative d’assassinat ratée, a besoin d’une nouvelle âme. Or, Shai est une jeune Forgeuse, une étrangère qui possède la capacité magique de modifier le passé d’un objet, et donc d’altérer le présent. Le destin de l’Empire repose sur une tâche impossible : comment forger le simulacre d’une âme qui serait meilleur que l’âme elle-même ? Shai doit agir vite si elle veut échapper au complot néfaste de ceux qui l’ont capturée. « Un système de magie très inventif au service d’une histoire captivante » Library Journal

Le Prince des chiens

Auteure: Kate Elliott

Nombre de pages: 615

Tous le croient mort. Mais il a été préservé d'une mort violente par le sang de sa mère. Prisonnier du chef des Eikas, il lutte contre la folie dans l'espoir d'être délivré. Liath, désormais Aigle du roi, est en deuil de Sanglant. Même son statut de messagère ne lui offre qu'une bien faible protection contre ceux qui sont déterminés à s'approprier le savoir interdit qu'elle détient. Alain, proclamé héritier du comte, est de plus en plus troublé par les visions de l'ennemi avec lequel il s'est lié et par la Dame des Batailles qu'il a juré de servir, lui qui n'aspire pourtant qu'à la paix. Tous mènent leurs propres combats au coeur de la tourmente d'un monde en guerre.