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A Kirkus Best Book of the Year A Junior Library Guild selection Following his smash-hit the Olympians series, New York Times bestseller George O''Connor embarks on a new saga about the Norse gods. This first volume tells the story of the warrior god Odin! Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson! Welcome to the Nine Worlds, home of Gods, Valkyries, Dwarves, Jotnar, and more! Travel the burning rainbow bridge to Asgard where Odin, king of the Aesir, surveys his realm. His thirst for knowledge drives him ever onward, but nothing is learned without sacrifice... In Asgardians, George O’Connor’s highly kinetic illustrations bring these gritty and astonishing tales of war, betrayal, and the quest for enlightenment at any cost to vivid and startling life and provide the perfect companion to his Olympians series.

Boom! Pow! Crash! Greek Gods as you’ve never seen them before! The strong, larger-than-life heroes of the Olympians can summon lightning, control the sea, turn invisible, or transform themselves into any animal they choose. Superheroes? No! Greek gods. The ancient pantheon comes to explosive life in this new series where myth meets comic books. Epic battles, daring quests, and terrible monsters await readers within the pages of these books. Volume 2, Athena: Grey-Eyed Goddess, is the tale of the goddess of wisdom and war, recounting her many adventures. Review in 3/15 Kirkus Following the series opener that chronicled Zeus’s origin story, O’Connor’s next relates the details of his daughter Athena’s birth and some of the stories about her. The three Fates narrate in stately language, briefly recapping the rise of the Olympians before turning to Zeus’s relationship with Metis, which ends when he eats her to avoid his prophesied overthrow by their child. Following Athena’s miraculous emergence from his head, fully grown, she struggles to find her place in the world and among the gods. The Fates go on to recount how she adopted the first name Pallas and acquired the components of her Aegis, which includes the story of Perseus and Andromeda, and Athena’s confrontation with Arachne. While less unified in narrative structure than the previous book, this nevertheless shares its strengths—a balance between heightened narration and colloquial dialogue, superb graphic storytelling with extended wordless action sequences, energetic backmatter and a palpable fondness for the subject matter. Up next? Hera. (author’s note, character profiles, “G[r]eek Notes,” discussion questions, bibliography) (Graphic mythology. 8-14) GEORGE O''CONNOR is the author of several picture books, including the New York Times bestseller Kapow!, Kersplash, and Sally and the Some-thing. His debut graphic novel, Journey into Mohawk Country, was published by First Second, as was Adam Rapp''s Ball Peen Hammer, which O''Connor illustrated.

Mighty Apollo is known by all as the god of the sun, but there''s more to this Olympian than a bright smile and a shining chariot. In the latest volume of Olympians, New York Times bestselling author George O''Connor continues to turn his extensive knowledge of the original Greek myths into rip-roaring graphic novel storytelling. This title has Common Core connections.

Compiled in one book, the essential collection of books by George O Smith: The Big Fix THE FOURTH "R" HIGHWAYS IN HIDING HISTORY REPEATS INSTINCT STOP LOOK AND DIG

George O’Connor’s vibrant, kinetic art brings ancient tales to life in the New York Times Bestselling series The Olympians. This fusion of super-hero aesthetics and ancient Greek mythology is perfect for fans of Percy Jackson! In this volume of Olympians, George O’Connor delves into the myth of Hermes, the trickster god. From his infancy, when he bewitches animals and bends them to his will (stealing a herd of Apollo’s prize cattle in the bargain), to his adolescence and adulthood when he becomes father to the equally mischievous Pan, Hermes’s story is wildly entertaining as he brings a little bit of chaos to everything he touches or creates. This volume is sure to be a fan favorite with its wit, charm, and storytelling.

This is a great collection of action short stories from "The Golden Age of Science Fiction". Featured here are two stories by George O. Smith: "Spaceman''s Luck", "The Kingdom of the Blind", and two stories by Charles E. Fritch: "Breathes There A Man", and "Come into my Parlor".

This is a great collection of action short stories from "The Golden Age of Science Fiction". Featured here are three stories by George O. Smith: "The World-Mover", "The Cosmic Jackpot", and "Two Worlds for One".

Two action short stories from "The Golden Age of Science Fiction" by George O. Smith. Featured here: "Dynasty of the Lost", and "Dark Recess".

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Discover "Pattern for Conquest" by George O. Smith, a captivating anthology that immerses readers in the vast universe of science fiction. The centerpiece, "Pattern For Conquest," weaves a gripping tale of interstellar politics and alliances. As the Terrans face a looming disaster, Signal Officer Manley, Flight Commanders Stellor Downing and Clifford Lane, and the mysterious Little Man from an advanced race must overcome miscommunications and cultural divides to avert catastrophe. The story unfolds with a powerful suppressor threatening galactic peace, highlighting the urgency of cooperation. Readers are thrust into a world where human ambition and extraterrestrial intrigue collide amidst the relentless march of time. "Pattern For Conquest" offers a timeless reflection on understanding and collaboration, emphasizing the importance of unity in diversity. This anthology is perfect for fans of science fiction who revel in the challenges of bridging worlds and the potential of unlikely alliances. With its dynamic interplay of characters and high-stakes scenarios, "Pattern for Conquest" promises an unforgettable journey through the cosmos, making it an essential read for anyone seeking thrilling narratives set against the backdrop of intergalactic diplomacy and adventure.

The Poinars are world leaders in the study of amber fossils and have spent years examining the uniquely rich supply that has survived from the ancient forests of the Dominican Republic. They draw on their research here to reconstruct in words, drawings, and spectacular color photographs the ecosystem that existed on the island of Hispaniola between fifteen and forty-five million years ago. The Poinars present richly detailed drawings of how the forests once appeared. They discuss how and when life colonized Hispaniola and what caused some forms to become extinct. Along the way, they describe how amber is formed, how and where it has been preserved, and how it is mined, sold, and occasionally forged for profit today.

In this complete and thorough update of Arthur Boucot''s seminal work, Evolutionary Paleobiology of Behavior and Coevolution, Boucot is joined by George Poinar, who provides additional expertise and knowledge on protozoans and bacteria as applied to disease. Together, they make the Fossil Behavior Compendium wider in scope, covering all relevant ani

A new account of the life and policies of the first German chancellor, Otto von Bismarck, this concise historical-biography reflects, for the first time in English, the historical shift in emphasis from the traditional political-economic approach to the more complex social-economic one of post--World War II scholarship. Since the middle of the 1950s, much new material on Bismarck and nineu00adteenth-century Germany and new interu00adpretations of existing material have been published in Germany, Great Britain, and the United States. Prou00adfessor George O. Kent''s brilliant synu00adthesis, drawing on this mass of mateu00adrial, examines changes in emphasis in post--World War II scholarship. The book, particularly in the historiographu00adical notes and bibliographical essay, provides the serious student with an invaluable guide to the intricacies of recent Bismarckian scholarship. For the general reader, the main text presents a picture of the man, the issues, and the age in the light of modern scholarship. The major shift in historical emphasis described in this new account is the importance scholars give to the period 1877-79, the years of change from free trade to protectionism, rather than to 1870-71 the founding of the Reich. Bismarck''s political machinations, paru00adticularly his willingness to explore the possibilities of a coup d''état, are more fully discussed here than in any other book.

George O’Connor’s vibrant, kinetic art brings ancient tales to life in the New York Times Bestselling series The Olympians. This fusion of super-hero aesthetics and ancient Greek mythology is perfect for fans of Percy Jackson! Dionysos, is the last Olympian, and maybe, just maybe, the first of a new type of God. His story is told by the first Olympian herself, Hestia, Goddess of the hearth and home. From her seat in the center of Mt. Olympus, Hestia relates the rise of Dionysos, from his birth to a mortal mother, to his discovery of wine, his battles with madness and his conquering of death itself, culminating, finally, in his ascent to Olympus and Godhood.

George O''Connor is a Greek mythology buff and a classic superhero comics fan, and he''s out to remind us how much our pantheon of superheroes (Superman, Batman, the X-Men, etc) owes to mankind''s ORIGINAL superheroes: the Greek pantheon. In OLYMPIANS, O''Connor draws from primary documents to reconstruct and retell classic Greek myths. But these stories aren''t sedate, scholarly works. They''re action-packed, fast-paced, high-drama adventures, with monsters, romance, and not a few huge explosions. O''Connor''s vibrant, kinetic art brings ancient tales to undeniable life, in a perfect fusion of super-hero aesthetics and ancient Greek mythology. Volume 1 of OLYMPIANS, ZEUS: King OF THE GODS, introduces readers to the ruler of the Olympian Pantheon, telling his story from his boyhood to his ascendance to supreme power. This title has Common Core connections.

The classic that revolutionized the way Americans see marriage. Sold more than 35 million copies and translated into 14 languages.

This book discusses nematodes for biological of insects. The book includes the following chapters; classification of nematode, key to entomogenous nematodes, nematode groups, microorganisms associated with entomogenous nematodes, immunity to entomogenous nematodes, natural enemies of entomogenous nematodes, environmental impact of entomogenous nematodes, and future prospects.

Venus Equilateral is a collection of short stories about a group of scientist that man a communications station. a collection of short stories that feature engineers and scientists doing science in space in the future.

Introduces Hera, Zeus''s wife and goddess of air, sky, and the heavens--and the only thing Zeus fears.

Highways in Hiding is a science fiction novel by American writer George O. Smith. It was published in 1956 by Gnome Press in an edition of 4,000 copies. The novel concerns ESP and a disease that turns men into supermen. It contains multiple plot lines concerning the interactions of people that can sense things (espers) and people that can read thoughts (telepaths). This is set against the plot of a secret society that is harboring people that are infected with a space borne illness called Mekstrom''s Disease.

At the age of twelve, Frank G. O''Brien (1843-1920) moved from Maine to Minnesota with his father and siblings, settling in Anoka County in 1855. After a difficult winter, the family moved to St. Anthony''s Falls where O''Brien spent his adolescence combining a variety of manual and entrepreneurial jobs with education. Minnesota Pioneer Sketches is a collection of newspaper feature articles written by O''Brien that are here published in book form. The articles describe his own youth as well as notable events during the second half of the nineteenth century in Minnesota. He discusses farming, transportation, the U.S. mail, politics, Indians, the Civil War, religious practices, lumber camps, education, and other topics associated with pioneer life and the growth of the state.

In the ''George O. Smith – Ultimate SF Collection,'' readers are treated to a meticulously curated anthology that traverses the imaginative landscapes of mid-20th-century science fiction. Smith''s narrative style is characterized by its rich, inventive language and a profound exploration of scientific principles woven into captivating storytelling. This collection showcases his ability to blend speculative fiction with thought-provoking themes, reflecting the zeitgeist of an era that was both fascinated and anxious about technological advancements. The stories challenge readers to reconsider their understanding of science and its implications for the future, making it a significant contribution to the genre''s literary canon. George O. Smith, an American author and fan of science fiction, was deeply influenced by his background in engineering and his experiences in the fledgling era of space exploration. His work often conveyed a sense of optimism regarding the potential of technology, rooted in his own professional insights into the intricacies of scientific development. Smith''s writings perform a dual function, entertaining readers while also inviting them to ponder the moral and ethical dimensions of scientific progress, a duality that permeates the collection. This ultimate collection serves as an indispensable resource for both hardcore science fiction fans and newcomers to the genre. It not only provides a glimpse into the imaginative prowess and scientific foresight of George O. Smith but also encourages readers to engage critically with the evolving relationship between humanity and technology. Dive into this anthology to discover a treasure trove of narratives that continue to resonate in today''s discourse on science and society.

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