Transported into a fantastical world of high adventure, a confused and frightened teenager discovers she hold a prophetic power that will awaken a new epoch of staggering uncertainty. A prophecy of doom, passed down from generation to generation, has finally arrived. Manifest in the form of a young teenage girl named Noriko, the awakening promises a new world of frightening uncertainty. But not everybody lives in fear of this ancient prophecy. Slowly, a group of sympathizers has come together to befriend and protect the vulnerable teenager. One of them, a valorous warrior by the name of Izark, continues to stay by her side despite the danger and complications that lie ahead. In an attempt to avoid capture, Noriko and her band of allies travel into the White Mist Forest. Danger lurks everywhere, however...especially in this infrequently traveled wildwood!

On her way home from school one day, Noriko is unexpectedly plunged into a strange and extraordinary fantasy world. Her troubles compound exponentially when she is rescued and befriended by a handsome young man by the name of Izark. He may be brave and courageous, but inside Izark lurks the darkest evil imaginable. And according to an ancient prophecy, Noriko possesses the power to unleash that evil. Now, inexorably bound together, these two unlikely allies must navigate a world both wondrous and hostile. -- VIZ Media

S Kadison continues his projected 8 volume saga of working class life in Preston in the 1950s and 60s with a double volume comprising volumes 4 & 5

"Contains materials originally published in single magazine form as Unity #0, Unity #12-14, and Harbringer: Faith #0, copyright 2014 and 2015 Valiant Entertainment LLC"--Indicia.

Plutarch's Lives Vol 4' is a collection of biographies written by the Greek historian and philosopher Plutarch, who lived during the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. This volume focuses on the lives of notable Greek and Roman figures, offering a vivid portrayal of their character, achievements, and historical significance. By presenting both the strengths and weaknesses of these individuals, Plutarch offers a nuanced understanding of human nature and the complexities of leadership. The story provides readers with a window into the lives of prominent historical figures, allowing them to gain insights into the political, military, and cultural contexts in which these individuals operated. The author’s engaging storytelling and his emphasis on character make this volume a valuable resource for those interested in ancient history and the complexities of human behavior.

This six-volume set reproduces the complete writings of the London Corresponding Society (LCS) as well as other contemporary literature and parliamentary debates, and reports relating to the Society. The LCS was at the forefront of the call for political reform in the late 18th century. Volume 4 incudes ‘The Moral and Political Magazine of the Society second issue in 1797.

This is a collection of primary materials on the metropolitan poor. It includes the writings of urban travellers and social reformers, and contains writings from the last five years of the 18th century, that is, from the time when the poor were first discovered as endemic to the nation.

HMS Beagle has entered the collective imagination as the ship that carried Charles Darwin to the Galapagos, triggering his later work on the theory of natural selection. This book presents the accounts of the two Beagle voyages, written by the ships' captains Robert Fitzroy and Phillip Parker King.