The Weird In The Wilds
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The Weird in the Wilds
The second book in the Tales of Triumph and Disaster series by Printz Honor Recipient and National Book Award Finalist Deb Caletti. Something must be done. Vlad Luxor continues to rule the Timeless Province with a cruel hand, and now he's screaming about Inners and Outers, Others and Us. It's all getting worse and worse, except for one amazing change: This time, Henry has friends to help him in the face of pure evil. And as everyone knows, with friends by your side, you can tackle anything. Well. Maybe not anything. Because when the meanest boy in school is turned into the stinkiest, weirdest creature ever, Henry, Jo, Apollo, and Pirate Girl are asked to do the impossible. Breaking this spell will force them to go on their most dangerous, frightening adventure yet--through the Wilds, the Forest of Knives, and a lodge in the woods belonging to the most terrible bully of all . . . Vlad Luxor himself. Henry has no choice but to take the first step . . . into a mission that may be doomed from the start.
The hermit hunter of the wilds
In "The Hermit Hunter of the Wilds," Gordon Stables presents a gripping narrative that intertwines adventure with exploration of the human psyche. Set against the backdrop of untamed landscapes, the book follows the protagonist's quest for solitude and self-discovery amidst nature's vastness. Stables employs a vivid, descriptive literary style that immerses readers in the wilderness, utilizing rich imagery and atmospheric details that highlight both the external world and the internal struggles of his characters. This novel fits snugly within the Victorian tradition of adventure literature but diverges through its psychological depth and philosophical inquiry into isolation and companionship. Gordon Stables, a physician and prolific writer of adventure stories for young adults, draws from his own experiences exploring the Scottish Highlands and other wild terrains. His passion for nature and the outdoors resonates throughout his writing, reflecting a deep appreciation for the complexities of life in unexplored territories. Stables' extensive travels and keen observational skills lend authenticity to his narratives, creating a compelling dimension where human emotions are mirrored in the wilderness. I highly recommend "The Hermit Hunter of the Wilds" to readers seeking an immersive adventure that probes the intricate relationship between man and nature. This novel will appeal to those who admire literary journeys that offer not only thrilling escapades but also profound reflections on solitude and human connection.
The Weird
Author: Jeff VanderMeer
language: en
Publisher: Atlantic Books Ltd
Release Date: 2011-10-31
SHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH FANTASY AWARDS A landmark, eclectic, leviathan-sized anthology of fiction's wilder, stranger, darker shores. The Weird features an all star cast of authors, from classics to international bestsellers to prize winners: Ben Okri George R.R. Martin Angela Carter Kelly Link Franz Kafka China Miéville Clive Barker Haruki Murakami M.R. James Neil Gaiman Mervyn Peake Michael Chabon Stephen King Daphne Du Maurier and more... Exotic and esoteric, The Weird plunges you into dark domains and brings you face to face with surreal monstrosities; You will find the boldest and downright most peculiar stories from the last hundred years bound together in the biggest Weird collection ever assembled.