The New Heroes

Author : Michael Carroll
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2008-05-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0142411795

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The Awakening #1 by Michael Carroll Pdf

Fans of the hit TV show Heroes will love Quantum Prophecy! Ten years ago, all the superhumans vanished. No one knows what happened to them--until now. Thirteen-year-olds Danny and Colin are shocked to discover that they are in fact the beginning of a renewed superhuman race. As they rise to take the place of the lost generation, the unimaginable truth behind the explosive final battle that occurred ten years ago between the superheroes and the supervillains is exposed. And when the past resurfaces, Danny and his fellow superheroes must face the new challenges that threaten their survival. On the run from everyone, and not knowing who is friend or foe, the one ability the new heroes are going to need most is the power to distinguish good from evil.

Author : Michael Carroll
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-06-29
Category : Imaginary wars and battles
ISBN : 1547067799

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The New Heroes by Michael Carroll Pdf

The final novel in the acclaimed New Heroes / Super Human series! Decades ago the superhuman Quantum received a vision of a devastating war in which billions will die. Now it seems that Quantum's prophecy will come to pass. Weakened from their battle with Victor Cross's army of clones, the New Heroes are unprepared for the return of the first superhuman: the immortal despot Krodin. In the final conflict there can be no winners. Only survivors.

Author : Michael Carroll
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2010-05-13
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781101187692

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Super Human by Michael Carroll Pdf

Four thousand years ago the world’s first super human walked the earth. Possessing the strength of one hundred men, skin impervious to attack, and the ability to read minds, this immortal being used his power to conquer and enslave nations. Now plans are in motion that will transport this super human to the present, where he’ll usher in a new age of tyranny unlike anything the world has ever seen. Determined to stand against them, using powers they’ve only just begun to master, is a ragtag group of young heroes. For them this first test may be their greatest . . . and last. Watch a Video

Author : Michael Owen Carroll
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2015-10-14
Category : Imaginary wars and battles
ISBN : 1517394473

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The New Heroes by Michael Owen Carroll Pdf

The long-awaited sequel to the acclaimed New Heroes trilogy and Super Human series! The world is slowly recovering from the chaos of the Trutopian War, but that was only the beginning. A dangerous enemy has emerged, and The New Heroes quickly find themselves outmatched and outnumbered. When their enemy starts to pick off their colleagues one-by-one, they realize that in order to win, they must fight the battle on the enemy's terms... But how far are they willing to go to save the human race?

Author : Christopher P. Jones
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : History
ISBN : 0674035860

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New Heroes in Antiquity by Christopher P. Jones Pdf

Heroes and heroines in antiquity inhabited a space somewhere between gods and humans. In this detailed, yet brilliantly wide-ranging analysis, Christopher Jones starts from literary heroes such as Achilles and moves to the historical record of those exceptional men and women who were worshiped after death. He asks why and how mortals were heroized, and what exactly becoming a hero entailed in terms of religious action and belief. He proves that the growing popularity of heroizing the dead—fallen warriors, family members, magnanimous citizens—represents not a decline from earlier practice but an adaptation to new contexts and modes of thought. The most famous example of this process is Hadrian’s beloved, Antinoos, who can now be located within an ancient tradition of heroizing extraordinary youths who died prematurely. This book, wholly new and beautifully written, rescues the hero from literary metaphor and vividly restores heroism to the reality of ancient life.

Author : Michael Carroll
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-06-14
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781101572214

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Stronger by Michael Carroll Pdf

The third installment of the critically acclaimed Super Human series All Gethin Rao wants is to be like every other boy his age. But normal twelve-year-olds aren't blue. And they certainly aren't thirteen feet tall. That's what happens when his superpowers kick in. And from that moment on, his life is never the same. Treated as a villain--a monster--Gethin spends the rest of his life on the run or as a prisoner in a secret military facility. When he finally escapes, he falls in with a group of superpowered teens and becomes the one thing he never thought he'd be: a hero. But as the years pass by and he takes the name Brawn, Gethin learns that being a good guy is a lot more difficult than he thought. Michael Carroll delves deeper into the life of one of his favorite characters and in the process gives readers his most satisfying, exciting adventure yet, which leads directly into his Quantum Prophecy trilogy.

Author : Barry Lyga
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2022-06-14
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781647002800

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Generation Wonder by Barry Lyga Pdf

Generation Wonder: The New Age of Heroes is a high-flying YA anthology featuring 13 short stories that turn superhero tropes on their head and offer fresh perspectives on modern myths. Triumph. Tragedy. The empyreal. The infernal. Even the mundane, filtered through the fantastical. Superheroes are, appropriately enough, a sort of super-genre, encompassing all other story types. This YA anthology features 13 short stories that creatively turn superhero tropes on their head, while still paying homage to the genre that has found fans for more than eight decades. And there will be no mistake—superheroes don’t have to just be generic handsome white dudes. Everyone in the world, no matter their race, sexual preference, pronouns, or level of ability, has dreamed of flying. Contributors include six New York Times bestselling authors, seven multiple award winners, a founder of We Need Diverse Books, and at least one author with millions of books in print in the United States alone. The collection is edited by New York Times bestselling author Barry Lyga, and it also features illustrations from Colleen Doran—New York Times bestselling cartoonist and artist of the legendary Stan Lee’s memoir. The full list of contributors includes: Barry Lyga, Paul Levitz, Sarah MacLean, Lamar Giles, Elizabeth Eulberg, Danielle Paige, Varian Johnson, Joseph Bruchac, Morgan Baden, Matthew Phillion, Anna-Marie McLemore, Sterling Gates, and Axie Oh.

Author : Mike Chen
Publisher : MIRA
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781488077111

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We Could Be Heroes by Mike Chen Pdf

The super hero book you need to read right now! "An enjoyable, exciting, and action-packed read… at its core, just fun.” –Associated Press An extraordinary and emotional adventure about unlikely friends and the power of choosing who you want to be. Jamie woke up in an empty apartment with no memory and only a few clues to his identity, but with the ability to read and erase other people’s memories—a power he uses to hold up banks to buy coffee, cat food and books. Zoe is also searching for her past, and using her abilities of speed and strength…to deliver fast food. And she’ll occasionally put on a cool suit and beat up bad guys, if she feels like it. When the archrivals meet in a memory-loss support group, they realize the only way to reveal their hidden pasts might be through each other. As they uncover an ongoing threat, suddenly much more is at stake than their fragile friendship. With countless people at risk, Zoe and Jamie will have to recognize that sometimes being a hero starts with trusting someone else—and yourself. Don't miss this Most Anticipated New Science Fiction and Fantasy novel as chosen by: CNN • Elle Magazine • Buzzfeed • Goodreads • Io9 • LitHub Bookmarks • BookRiot • BookBub • The Nerd Daily • GeekTyrant

Author : Peter Nowak
Publisher : Douglas & McIntyre
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781771622516

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The Rise of Real-Life Superheroes by Peter Nowak Pdf

Meanwhile, back in the darkened alleys of a city near you... trouble is brewing. A fight breaks out. A mugger shakes down an innocent tourist. Inequality is on the rise. Enter our heroes. Dark Guardian chases off an angry drug dealer in Manhattan. Mr. Xtreme charges in and breaks up a San Diego bar brawl. T.O. Ronin hugs a homeless man on the snowy streets of Toronto. These aren’t the big-screen or comic-book heroes that have been increasingly dominating pop culture. They’re real-life superheroes: individuals who take on masked personae to fight crime and help the helpless. They don’t have superpowers, but they do try to make the world a better place. Lifelong comic-book fan and veteran journalist Peter Nowak goes to the source of this phenomenon, meeting with real-life superheroes in North America and around the world to get their stories and investigate what the movement means for the future of society. To some people, real-life superheroes may seem like quirky outliers or dangerous vigilantes but, as Nowak shows, they are also archetypes whose job is to remind us of the better part of human nature.

Author : Michael Carroll
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2009-04-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780142413395

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The Gathering by Michael Carroll Pdf

Ten years after every superhuman vanished from the face of the earth, a new generation of heroes has emerged. Endowed with unimaginable powers, these young crime fighters are suiting up and taking on London's worst. But heroes become targets when the secret identities of Colin, Renata, and Danny are mysteriously leaked to the press. With their names and faces on every TV station and newspaper around the world, the trio takes refuge at a secret military installation that houses and trains a new crop of superhumans. Together, the three friends join the team as a new threat surfaces in America's heartland - one that will pit the heroes against the innocents they're trying to protect, and every action will bring Quantum's dark prophecy closer to fulfillment....

Author : Wendy Haslem,Angela Ndalianis,C. J. Mackie
Publisher : New Academia Publishing, LLC
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780977790845

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Super/heroes by Wendy Haslem,Angela Ndalianis,C. J. Mackie Pdf

This collection explores contemporary superhero narratives, including comic books and films, in a wider mythic context. Since the 1930s superheroes have come to dominate a variety of media formats. Why are audiences so fascinated with heroes, and what makes the idea of heroes so necessary in society?

Author : Jon Morris
Publisher : Quirk Books
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2015-06-02
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781594747830

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The League of Regrettable Superheroes by Jon Morris Pdf

Meet one hundred of the strangest superheroes ever to see print, complete with backstories, vintage art, and colorful commentary. You know about Batman, Superman, and Spiderman, but have you heard of Doll Man, Doctor Hormone, or Spider Queen? So prepare yourself for such not-ready-for-prime-time heroes as Bee Man (Batman, but with bees), the Clown (circus-themed crimebuster), the Eye (a giant, floating eyeball; just accept it), and many other oddballs and oddities. Drawing on the entire history of the medium, The League of Regrettable Superheroes will appeal to die-hard comics fans, casual comics readers, and anyone who enjoys peering into the stranger corners of pop culture.

Author : Michael Carroll
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-01
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9780698158504

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Hunter by Michael Carroll Pdf

The fourth installment of the critically acclaimed Super Human series The defeat of the near-invincible villain Krodin has left a void in the superhuman hierarchy, a void that two opposing factors are trying to fill. The powerful telepath Max Dalton believes that the human race must be controlled and shepherded to a safe future, while his rival Casey Duval believes that strength can only be achieved through conflict. Caught in the middle is Lance McKendrick, a teenager with no special powers, only his wits and the tricks of a con artist. But Lance has a mission of his own: Krodin’s ally, the violent and unpredictable supervillain Slaughter, murdered Lance’s family, and he intends to make her pay. For fans of Steelheart and The Avengers, Hunter is an action-packed superhero story that is hard to put down. Praise for HUNTER “No one writes superheroes as good as Michael Carroll. With Hunter, Michael takes his flawed, all-too-human superheroes to the next level. One of my favorite series.”—Michael Scott, author of The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series “[HUNTER] is fast paced, exciting, and extremely difficult to put down . . . its unexpected, jaw-dropping ending guarantees anticipation for the next entry."—VOYA "A flurry of odd jobs (including time in a carnival), a brief romantic fling, and an intriguing epilogue make this appealing to all sorts of readers, and as always, Carroll delivers a super story."—Booklist

Author : Donald Lemke
Publisher : Raintree Publishers
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2010-03-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1406215465

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Batman by Donald Lemke Pdf

Author : Wab Kinew
Publisher : Tundra Books
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2018-09-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780735262935

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Go Show the World by Wab Kinew Pdf

"We are a people who matter." Inspired by President Barack Obama's Of Thee I Sing, Go Show the World is a tribute to historic and modern-day Indigenous heroes, featuring important figures such as Tecumseh, Sacagawea and former NASA astronaut John Herrington. Celebrating the stories of Indigenous people throughout time, Wab Kinew has created a powerful rap song, the lyrics of which are the basis for the text in this beautiful picture book, illustrated by the acclaimed Joe Morse. Including figures such as Crazy Horse, Net-no-kwa, former NASA astronaut John Herrington and Canadian NHL goalie Carey Price, Go Show the World showcases a diverse group of Indigenous people in the US and Canada, both the more well known and the not- so-widely recognized. Individually, their stories, though briefly touched on, are inspiring; collectively, they empower the reader with this message: "We are people who matter, yes, it's true; now let's show the world what people who matter can do."