The City Of Ravens

Author : Richard Baker
Publisher : Wizards of the Coast
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2012-08-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780786963812

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The City of Ravens by Richard Baker Pdf

Mayhem erupts in Ravens Bluff—and it’s up to one rogue to stop it—in this first of four standalone novels, each set in a mighty city of Faerûn Jack Ravenwild is a charming ne'er-do-well with as much ambition as he has skill. But for the first time ever, his designs have far exceeded his talents—plunging him into a dangerous and complex web of intrigue that may put an end to his days of skulduggery and adventure. When a beautiful woman named Alana commissions Jack to find a lost book, he readily accepts, intent on winning her heart. But in his quest to retrieve the book, Jack uncovers Alana's true intentions—and becomes entrapped in other dangerous pursuits. Suddenly, Jack finds himself caught in the middle of a search for lost dwarven treasure and a conspiracy to seize the reins of power through the nobility's Game of Masks. Worse yet, Jack must choose between a life of freedom and saving Ravens Bluff, a city he doesn't even know he loves.

Author : Richard Baker
Publisher : Wizards of the Coast
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780786961313

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Prince of Ravens by Richard Baker Pdf

Freed from imprisonment at last, the roguish Jack Ravenwild finds that even one century isn’t enough to quash old grudges After a hundred years, Jack Ravenwild—thief, sorcerer, scoundrel, and accidental hero—is released from a magical confinement, only to fall into the hands of the marquise Dresimil Chûmavh, ruler of an exiled drow clan who sees an opportunity in Jack. Through guile and subterfuge, the wily Jack escapes the drow to discover a new world waiting in his old stomping grounds, Raven's Bluff, a city equally abounding in fortune and danger. Unfortunately for Jack, he is best at stirring up the latter. His former archenemy, the Warlord Myrkyssa Jelan, is at large—and she isn't the type to forgive and forget. And worst of all, the drow aren't done with Jack and they mean to get him back.

Author : Ann Leckie
Publisher : Orbit
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780316388719

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The Raven Tower by Ann Leckie Pdf

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 WORLD FANTASY AWARD Gods meddle in the fates of men, men play with the fates of gods, and a pretender must be cast down from the throne in this masterful first fantasy novel from Ann Leckie, New York Times bestselling author and winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and Arthur C. Clarke Awards. "Absolutely wonderful. . .utterly brilliant." -- The New York Times Book Review For centuries, the kingdom of Iraden has been protected by the god known as the Raven. He watches over his territory from atop a tower in the powerful port of Vastai. His will is enacted through the Raven's Lease, a human ruler chosen by the god himself. His magic is sustained by the blood sacrifice that every Lease must offer. And under the Raven's watch, the city flourishes. But the Raven's tower holds a secret. Its foundations conceal a dark history that has been waiting to reveal itself. . .and to set in motion a chain of events that could destroy Iraden forever. "It's a delight to read something so different, so wonderful and strange." -- Patrick Rothfuss For more Ann Leckie, check out:Ancillary JusticeAncillary SwordAncillary Mercy Provenance

Author : Boria Sax
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2012-07-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781468305272

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City of Ravens by Boria Sax Pdf

A “quirky and absorbing” exploration of the history and mythology surrounding the ravens at the Tower of London (Publishers Weekly). Tales tell of how Charles II, fearful of ancient legends that Britain will fall if the ravens at the Tower of London ever leave their abode, ordered that the wings of the six ravens be clipped. But the truth is that the ravens only arrived at the Tower in 1883, when they were brought in as props in tales of Gothic horror that were told to tourists. The legend itself originated from the summer of 1944, when ravens in London were used as unofficial spotters for enemy bombs and planes. Boria Sax gives us the first book to tell the true story of the ravens, which has far more high drama than any of the tales the tourists get to hear. Its heroes are the raven couple Grip and Mable, who eloped from the Tower together after World War II, leaving it empty and prompting fears that the British Empire would end; Jackie, who kept watch at a brewery; McDonald, who was murdered; and Thor, who could not accept his loss of flight. For over a century, the ravens have been symbols of cruelty, avatars of fate—and cuddly national pets. But Sax shows us how the ravens have come to represent Britain’s natural heritage, without which any nation would be impoverished. This informing and reflective volume addresses the need to connect with animals and the natural world and shows us the human need for wonder at nature. Praise for City of Ravens “Both a delight and a profound illumination of the subject . . . with unexpected and fascinating conclusions.” —Esther Woolfson, author of Corvus “A wonderful contribution to the modern history and mythology of one of the world’s greatest cities.” —Ronald Hutton, Commissioner of English Heritage “Boria Sax traces the history of the ravens in the Tower of London with accurate scholarship and engaging stories.” —John Marzluff, co-author of In the Company of Crows and Ravens “The author delves into the true history and cultural importance of these massive corvids. It’s a lively, entertaining tale, with a few grisly details from real events.” —Anna Sanders, Audubon Magazine

Author : John M. Marzluff,Tony Angell
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2008-10-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780300135268

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In the Company of Crows and Ravens by John M. Marzluff,Tony Angell Pdf

“Crows and people share similar traits and social strategies. To a surprising extent, to know the crow is to know ourselves.”—from the Preface From the cave walls at Lascaux to the last painting by Van Gogh, from the works of Shakespeare to those of Mark Twain, there is clear evidence that crows and ravens influence human culture. Yet this influence is not unidirectional, say the authors of this fascinating book: people profoundly influence crow culture, ecology, and evolution as well. John Marzluff and Tony Angell examine the often surprising ways that crows and humans interact. The authors contend that those interactions reflect a process of “cultural coevolution.” They offer a challenging new view of the human-crow dynamic—a view that may change our thinking not only about crows but also about ourselves. Featuring more than 100 original drawings, the book takes a close look at the influences people have had on the lives of crows throughout history and at the significant ways crows have altered human lives. In the Company of Crows and Ravens illuminates the entwined histories of crows and people and concludes with an intriguing discussion of the crow-human relationship and how our attitudes toward crows may affect our cultural trajectory.

Author : Margaret Rogerson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2017-09-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781481497589

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An Enchantment of Ravens by Margaret Rogerson Pdf

A skilled painter must stand up to the ancient power of the faerie courts--even as she falls in love with a faerie prince--in this gorgeous debut novel. 6 x 9.

Author : Kass Morgan,Danielle Paige
Publisher : HMH Books For Young Readers
Page : 405 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-03
Category : Young adult fiction
ISBN : 9780358098232

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The Ravens by Kass Morgan,Danielle Paige Pdf

Loner Vivi Deveraux is thrilled to join Westerly College's Kappas, who are secretly witches, until she meets perfect, polished Scarlett Winter, who will stop at nothing to be the sorority's next president.

Author : Leah Moore,John Reppion
Publisher : Dark Horse Comics
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-16
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781506708843

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Conspiracy of Ravens by Leah Moore,John Reppion Pdf

Teen schoolgirl Anne unexpectedly inherits a mysterious locket and a crumbing English mansion estate from her long-lost aunt. She unearths the family secret that she's part of a magical legacy that gives her fantastic abilities, and she isn't the only girl whose family is involved. But not all the girls are so willing to use their new powers for good... From the writers of Albion and Wild Girl and the artist of Atomic Sheep comes this original graphic novel perfect for tween, teen, and adult fans of fantasy and superheroes alike!

Author : Kyle Lukoff
Publisher : Groundwood Books Ltd
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2018-05-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781554989133

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A Storytelling of Ravens by Kyle Lukoff Pdf

Kirkus Best Picture Books A sloth of bears, a smack of jellyfish, a nuisance of cats — these are some of the surprising and idiosyncratic names we have for groups of animals. Inspired by the evocative possibilities of collective nouns, also called “terms of venery,” author Kyle Lukoff and illustrator Natalie Nelson have created a picture book full of clever wordplay and delightful illustrations. Each spread features a nugget of a story using a particular term, which is accompanied by a collage illustration that serves as the visual punch line. But where did these unusual names come from? Many of them can be traced back to a book on hunting, hawking and heraldry, printed in 1486 — the Book of St. Albans, which has been reproduced many times since. A Storytelling of Ravens provides a unique opportunity to explore and rejoice in the oddities of the English language.

Author : Bernd Heinrich
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-10-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781476794563

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Ravens in Winter by Bernd Heinrich Pdf

Presents a detailed investigation into the feeding behavior of ravens during four winters in Maine and comes up with several unexpected conclusions.

Author : George Dawes Green
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2009-07-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780446550925

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Ravens by George Dawes Green Pdf

The long awaited, "fast-paced psycho-comedic thrill-ride" from the "master storyteller" [Jonathan Ames] behind The Juror and The Caveman's Valentine. The Boatwrights just won 318 million dollars in the Georgia State lottery. It's going to be the worst day of their lives. When Shaw McBride and Romeo Zderko pull up at a convenience store off I-95 in Georgia, their only thought is to fix a leaky tire and be on their way again to Florida-away from their dull Ohio tech-support jobs. But this happens to be the store from which a 318,000,000 million dollar Jackpot ticket has just been sold -- and when a pretty clerk accidentally reveals to Shaw the identity of the winning family, he hatches a ferociously audacious scheme: He and Romeo will squeeze the family for half their prize. That night, he visits the Boatwright home and takes the family hostage, while Romeo patrols the streets nearby, prepared to murder the Boatwrights' loved ones at any sign of resistance. At first, the family offers none. But Shaw's plot depends on maintaining constant fear-merciless, unfaltering terror-and soon, under the pressure, everyone's sanity begins to unravel . . . At once frightening, comic, and suspenseful, Ravens is a wholly original and utterly compelling novel from one of our most talented writers.

Author : Edgar Allan Poe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1898
Category : Electronic
ISBN : NYPL:33433069354276

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The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe Pdf

Author : Azalea Ellis
Publisher : Seladore Publishing
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-11
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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A Conjuring of Ravens by Azalea Ellis Pdf

In a world where magic is a science, Siobhan is a genius. But even geniuses need schooling. Siobhan has just been banned from the country's only magical university. As the unwitting accomplice to the theft of a priceless magical artifact, she has suddenly become a wanted criminal. There are fates worse than death, and if caught, she will face them. Unwilling to give up on her dream of becoming the world's most powerful sorcerer, she resolves to do whatever it takes to change her fate. Even if it means magically disguising herself as a man and indebting herself to a gang of criminals to pay for University tuition. With the coppers after her, the pressure of trying to keep her spot in the devilishly competitive magic classes, and the gang calling in favors to repay her debts, Siobhan will need every drop of magic she can channel. Search terms: magepunk, progression fantasy, hard fantasy, unique magic system, realistic magic system, magic university, academy fantasy, magic lessons, gender bender, gender switch, gaslamp, spellcasting, sorcerers, witches, scp, alternate universe fantasy, alternate world fantasy, historical fantasy, magical creatures

Author : Hal Emerson
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2017-04-06
Category : Exiles
ISBN : 1520898843

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The Prince of Ravens by Hal Emerson Pdf

The Prince of Ravens has vanished. Word spreads quickly from the Fortress of the Empress, through the dark streets of Lucien, and to the far corners of the Empire of Ages. The Children are summoned to the Fortress, and the people talk in muffled whispers, if they dare to talk at all, of secret plots and ancient prophecies. Some say the Prince was murdered, others that he was kidnapped; but underneath it all runs a darker word, one full of terrifying possibility: Exile.Rumor begets rumor, and soon the whisper of truth is lost in the swirling winds of growing fear. For the Prince of Ravens is the prophesied Lord of Death, and on his shoulders rests the fate of the Empire

Author : Cecelia Holland
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 79 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2014-04-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781497629653

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Two Ravens by Cecelia Holland Pdf

In this twelfth-century epic adventure set in Iceland and England, a young man escapes his troubled home—but cannot escape his destiny. In Two Ravens, a novel heavily influenced by the Norse sagas, Bjarni Hoskuldsson, an Icelander of the old faith, flees his violent father and his far-too-attractive stepmother to travel around Britain for a while, but ultimately must return home to meet and deal with his fate.