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David Walton

    Tento autor skúma fascinujúce a znepokojujúce otázky budúcnosti prostredníctvom pútavých príbehov. Jeho diela sa často ponárajú do etických dilem a technologických posunov, ktoré formujú našu spoločnosť. S dôrazom na napínavé rozprávanie a hlboké zamyslenie ponúka jedinečný pohľad na hrozby aj sľuby, ktoré nás čakajú.

    Get smart about emotion
    Supersymmetry
    Quintessence
    Chronic Pain Management
    Memory Reborn
    Terminal mind
    • Terminal mind

      • 314 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      The Philip K. Dick award-winning SF dystopian novel. Years in the future, the U.S. is a splintered country. The city-state of Philadelphia is ripe for revolution. Mark McGovern, the son of a rich politician, lives in a world of expensive parties and frivolous biological mods, a sharp contrast to the poor underworld of his best friend, Darin Kinsley. When the two accidentally release a sophisticated virus called a 'slicer' into the net, Mark must try to stem the tide of casualties before the charged political situation explodes. But the slicer is more than a virus. To destroy it, Mark must first sort truth from lies, not only for himself, but for the mind of the child who holds his fate.

      Terminal mind
      5,0
    • Memory Reborn

      • 286 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      In a thrilling conclusion to the trilogy, a deadly organism sparks global conflict as nations scramble for advanced technology discovered in Thailand. Samira and her team evade U.S. authorities while a Chinese paleontologist grapples with her own government's pressures. As tensions rise, the ancient creatures unearthed may hold the key to humanity's survival amid impending chaos. The narrative intertwines themes of scientific discovery, international intrigue, and the struggle for power, culminating in a race against time to avert disaster.

      Memory Reborn
      4,4
    • A compassionate, life-changing guide to coping with pain, using psychological and practical strategies.

      Chronic Pain Management
      3,6
    • Quintessence

      • 320 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania

      Five hundred years ago, in an alternate Age of Exploration, the earth is flat. Alchemy is a true science, sea monsters menace the oceans, and Europe is embroiled in religious controversy. At the edge of the world, where the stars reach down close to the Earth, wonders abound. This drives the bravest explorers to the beckoning Western Ocean. Christopher Sinclair is an alchemist who cares only about one thing: quintessence, a substance he believes will grant magical powers and immortality. And he has a ship. Fleeing an inquisition, physician Stephen Parris follows Sinclair to an island that perches upon the farthest horizon, bringing his daughter Catherine with him. The island teems with fantastical animals and alluring mysteries...and may even harbor the most coveted secret of all ... in this novel by David Walton.

      Quintessence
      3,3
    • Supersymmetry

      • 303 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      When physicist Ryan Oronzi's development of military applications of Higgs projector technology leads to the return of the varcolac, which seeks to destroy human life, Sandra and Alex Kelley strive to defeat it

      Supersymmetry
      3,7
    • Get smart about emotion

      • 224 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania

      An INTRODUCING PRACTICAL GUIDE to effectively understanding oneself and others.

      Get smart about emotion
      3,5
    • Living Memory

      • 254 stránok
      • 9 hodin čítania

      Exploring themes of discovery and legacy, this narrative delves into the idea of being pioneers in a world filled with untold stories. The characters grapple with the realization that their experiences may not be as unique as they believed, leading to profound reflections on identity and history. As they uncover the truths of those who came before them, the journey challenges their perceptions and reshapes their understanding of what it means to truly be the first.

      Living Memory
    • Deadly Memory

      • 260 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania

      Hard science fiction is revitalized with a compelling narrative that delves into intricate scientific concepts and their implications. The author skillfully weaves together a gripping plot, engaging characters, and thought-provoking themes, offering a fresh perspective on the genre. The work is praised for its depth and originality, making it a significant contribution to contemporary sci-fi literature.

      Deadly Memory
    • Wilde Between the Sheets

      Oscar Wilde, Mail Bondage and De Profundis

      • 262 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania

      The study of 'De Profundis' presents Wilde as a multifaceted writer, highlighting his resourcefulness and ability to adopt various philosophical positions to serve his strategic purposes. It challenges the perception of Wilde as merely a tragic victim of the penal system, instead revealing his complexity and the nuanced ways he navigated his circumstances.

      Wilde Between the Sheets
    • Superposition

      • 303 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      A QUANTUM PHYSICS MURDER MYSTERY. A Mind-Bending, Near-Future, Science Fiction Technothriller. Jacob Kelley's family is turned upside down when an old friend turns up, waving a gun and babbling about an alien quantum intelligence. The mystery deepens when the friend is found dead in an underground bunker…apparently murdered the night he appeared at Jacob's house. Jacob is arrested for the murder and put on trial. As the details of the crime slowly come to light, the weave of reality becomes ever more tangled, twisted by a miraculous new technology and a quantum creature unconstrained by the normal limits of space and matter. With the help of his daughter, Alessandra, Jacob must find the true murderer before the creature destroys his family and everything he loves.

      Superposition
      3,6