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Tretia, záverečná časť grafickej adaptácie románu Duna. Schyľuje sa k záverečnému boju o Arrakis. Paul Atreides prijal úlohu vodcu Fremenov, ale vie, že jeho moc nad nimi je veľmi krehká – buď sa opätovne zmocnia planéty alebo povedú bojovú výpravu, ktorá pohltí celý vesmír. Lady Jessica sa stáva Ctihodnou matkou a musí správne vyvážiť podporu svojho syna a očakávania, ktoré sú na ňu kladené Bene Gesseritom. Barón Harkonnen medzičasom naďalej pripravuje svojho ľstivého synovca Feyda-Rauta na vládnutie nad púštnou planétou. Ich osudy sa stretnú v strhujúcom finále, ktoré navždy zmení Arrakis i celý vesmír. Brian Herbert, syn legendárneho spisovateľa sci-fi románov Franka Herberta a bestsellerový autor Kevin J. Anderson uzatvárajú svoju vernú adaptáciu Duny Paulovým vyjavením jeho veľkého a strašného poslania. Ilustrátorom Raúlovi Allénovi a Patricii Martín sa opäť podarilo preniesť čitateľov do vesmíru Duny v tomto vizuálnom diele, ktoré spája klasickú sci-fi so súčasným grafickým románom.

Agenti FBI Mulder a Scullyová vyšetřují tři případy těl sežehnutých obrovským žárem v laboratoři, která vykazuje značné stopy radioaktivity.

Zvládne človek poznatky modernej vedy? Je v jeho silách zabrániť, aby bola zneužitá? Túto otázku si kladie aj dokonale zohratá dvojica agentov FBI, bezprostredne ohrozených biotechnológiou, čo sa vymkla spod kontroly vedcov. Vyšetrovanie úmrtia bezpečnostného strážcu, ktorého nájdu zohaveného v rumovisku laboratória, kde predtým zahynul aj vedúci úspešného výskumu liečby rakoviny, ich zavedie až do malebného prostredia oregonských pobrežných hôr. Hrôzostrašné dôsledky Kennessyho pokusov, spojené s nebezpečnými mutáciami, sa však už stihli rozšíriť a každý, kto s nimi príde do styku, sa ocitá v smrteľnom nebezpečenstve. Najmú ak v úzadí poťahujú nitky všemocní, ktorých totožnosť nik nepozná.

Mladá archeologička sa pomaly blížila k srdcu zabudnutej mayskej pyramídy. Zrazu zazrela dokonale hladký kovový povrch. Zdesene ustúpila: „Nie, to nie je možné... To sú len legendy!“ Jej slová sa ozývali v chodbách chrámu. Medzitým, pod neúprosným slnkom džungle, sa ozývali výstrely automatických zbraní... Mulder a Scully, ktorí sa vydali na vyšetrovanie zmiznutia tímu amerických archeológov, sa ocitli v Xitaclane, hlavnom meste Mayov, kde sa hovorí, že sú sústredené všetky mystické sily dávnych čias. Osamote sa pokúsia vyriešiť záhady, ktorými sa historici zaoberajú už viac ako tisíc rokov. Odpovede, ktoré nájdu, môžu otrasť základmi nášho moderného sveta. Svetu, ktorý ovláda strach a závist... Opäť sú Mulder a Scully sami, na hraniciach reality...

Siedma kniha z cyklu kroník o planéte Duna nadväzuje na ságu, ktorú Frank Herbert nestihol dokončiť. Jeho syn Brian spolu s Kevinom J. Andersonom uzatvárajú sériu románom Lovci Duny a ôsmou časťou Piesočné červy Duny. Tieto knihy spájajú veľké dejové línie a vracajú obľúbené postavy klasického sveta Duny, pričom vychádzajú z poznámok Franka Herberta, ktoré boli desať rokov ukryté. Fanúšikovia sa tak dočkali odpovedí na dlhé otázky. Na konci Duny: Kapitula loď s gholom Duncana Idaha, Šíanou a posádkou utečencov uniká do neznámej galaxie pred Ctenými matre, temnými náprotivkami Bene Gesserit. Tieto takmer neporaziteľné protivníčky sa objavili v Starom impériu, vyhnané hrozivým Nepriateľom. Jadro príbehu Lovcov Duny a Piesočných červov Duny je putovanie Duncanovej nelode, ktorá uniká pred neznámym Nepriateľom. Utečenci využijú genetickú technológiu posledného Pána z Tleilaxu Scytala na oživenie kľúčových postáv z minulosti Duny, vrátane Paula Muad'Diba, Chani, lady Jessicy, Stilgara a Thufira Hawata. Každá z týchto postáv využije svoje jedinečné schopnosti na zvrátenie náročných situácií vo svoj prospech. Ich prežitie a osud celého ľudstva sú na pokraji.

Jsou silnější, neuvěřitelně rychle se uzdravují, dokonce myslí rychleji než lidé – a mají společného stvořitele, Viktora Hélia, kdysi známého jako Viktor Frankenstein. Ten ve své laboratoři tvoří něco děsivého – novou rasu, která má nahradit tu lidskou. Jediný, kdo tomuto plánu může zabránit, je policistka Carson O‘Connorová, její parťák Michael Maddison a Deukalión – jedno z monster doktora Frankensteina…

Osmdesátá léta 20. století. Mírová aktivistka Elizabeth Devanová si přeje ukončit výzkum nových atomových zbraní. A nejvíce ze všeho by si přála, aby vědci, pracující na projektu Manhattan – výrobě atomové pumy během druhé světové války, tehdy neuspěli. Během jedné z demonstrací se stane nehoda a Elizabeth je přenesena o padesát let do minulosti. Do roku 1944, do Los Alamos v Novém Mexiku. Do doby, kdy Spojenci bojují v Pacifiku a provádějí invazi v Evropě. Ale díky jejím znalostem se nedopatřením stane, že nacisté získávají informace, potřebné k výrobě atomových zbraní… Podaří se Spojencům v těchto závodech ve zbrojení zvítězit? A na čí stranu se vlastně Elizabeth postaví?

Planeta Hallholme, zvaná Pekelná díra, bývala jen útočištěm psanců a nepohodlných živlů v zastrčeném koutě vesmíru, kam nedosáhla pevná ruka Michelly Duchenetové, vládkyně hvězdného impéria Konstelace. Ale po letech tajných příprav správce planety generál Adolphus konečně táhne do boje za splnění svého snu: osvobození opomíjených světů Vzdálené zóny, vybudování nové koalice, vyhlášení nezávislosti na starém, zkostnatělém impériu. Vzpoura vypuká – ale obří kosmická flotila Konstelace se blíží… Vzbouřenci z Pekelné díry spoléhají na pomoc záhadné původní rasy Xayanů, nadané nevídanými schopnostmi. Je tu však další nebezpečí, před nímž bledne i hrozba silné nepřátelské flotily… a před touto hrůzou není úniku!

Decades after the Battle of Corrin destroys the thinking machines and establishes Faykan Butler as the first Imperium Emperor, war hero Vor turns his back on political descendants who blame him for their downfall while Gilbertus Albans hides an unbelievable secret and the Butlerian movement sweeps through the known universe intent on destroying technology.

Book Two in the stunning conclusion to Frank Herbert's worldwide bestselling Dune Chronicles

Druhý diel grafického románu Duna, nazvaný Muad´Dib, je súčasťou trojdielnej komiksovej adaptácie románu Franka Herberta Duna, vydaného v roku 1965. V tejto časti sa mladý Paul Atreides a jeho matka lady Jessica ocitnú v púšti na Arrakise po zrade, ktorej sa na nich dopustil Dr. Yueh. Prenasledovaní harkonnenovskými zabijakmi utekajú nehostinnou krajinou a útočisko im poskytnú záhadní Fremeni. Spoznávajú tajomstvá planéty a čelia dilemám, ktoré naveky zmenia ich osud. Verná komiksová adaptácia, ktorú vytvoril Brian Herbert, syn Franka Herberta, a s ním autor bestselerov Kevin J. Anderson, sleduje Paulovu premenu z chlapca na záhadného spasiteľa. Výtvarne ju opäť uchopili Raúl Allén a Patricia Martínová a podarilo sa im majstrovsky sprostredkovať vesmír herbertovskej Duny.

In Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson's Mentats of Dune, the thinking machines have been defeated but the struggle for humanity's future continues. Gilbertus Albans has founded the Mentat School, a place where humans can learn the efficient techniques of thinking machines. But Gilbertus walks an uneasy line between his own convictions and compromises in order to survive the Butlerian fanatics, led by the madman Manford Torondo and his Swordmaster Anari Idaho. Mother Superior Raquella attempts to rebuild her Sisterhood School on Wallach IX, with her most talented and ambitious student, Valya Harkonnen, who also has another goal—to exact revenge on Vorian Atreides, the legendary hero of the Jihad, whom she blames for her family's downfall. Meanwhile, Josef Venport conducts his own war against the Butlerians. VenHold Spacing Fleet controls nearly all commerce thanks to the superior mutated Navigators that Venport has created, and he places a ruthless embargo on any planet that accepts Manford Torondo's anti-technology pledge, hoping to starve them into submission. But fanatics rarely surrender easily . . . The Mentats, the Navigators, and the Sisterhood all strive to improve the human race, but each group knows that as Butlerian fanaticism grows stronger, the battle will be to choose the path of humanity's future—whether to embrace civilization, or to plunge into an endless dark age.

Planeta Hallholme, přezdívaná Pekelná díra, je smetiště vyhrazené pro nežádoucí živly, ztracené existence a šarlatány, zastrčené v odlehlém koutě vesmíru mezi desítkami podobně bezvýznamných světů. Hodí se leda jako poslední útočiště uprchlíků před vládou pevné ruky Michelly Duchenetové, vůdkyně hvězdného impéria Konstelace. K těm patří i Tiber Adolphus, generál, který se mocné panovnici postavil na odpor a prohrál. Jenže vojevůdce jeho ražení se jen tak nevzdá – vzal si do hlavy využít ono peklo na zemi, sužované sopečnými výbuchy a ničivými bouřemi, coby odrazový můstek k novým možnostem. A zatímco kolonisté krůček po krůčku zvelebují prostředí a svádějí boj s krutými životními podmínkami, generál buduje tajné spojenectví s vůdci okolních planet. Sní o tom, že své vězení promění v centrum nové koalice planet, osvobozených z pout závislosti na zkostnatělém impériu, plném korupce a svárů mezi starými šlechtickými rody. Vládkyně Michella věří, že se generála podařilo pokořit, neví o vzpouře kvasící ve Vzdálené zóně… nebo snad ano? Jenže ona ani sám generál netuší, že planeta Hallholme skrývá děsivé tajemství: pozůstatky vyhlazené civilizace, která celá staletí trpělivě čeká na svou příležitost…

Set two years before the events of Dune, this prequel delves into the intricate political machinations and power struggles of the universe. It explores the rise of key characters and factions, shedding light on their motivations and the historical context that shapes their actions. The narrative weaves together themes of betrayal, ambition, and survival, providing a deeper understanding of the complex relationships that will impact the future of the known universe. Rich in detail, it offers fans an engaging glimpse into the origins of the epic saga.

Decades after the original novels of the "Dune" saga, Frank Herbert's son--writing in conjunction with Kevin J. Anderson--pens this exciting prequel. Working from Frank Herbert's own notes, the authors reveal the chapter of the "Dune" saga most eagerly anticipated by readers: the Butlerain Jihad

The rollicking sequel to Fortune's Pawn -- an action packed science fiction novel. Devi Morris has a lot of problems. And not the fun, easy-to-shoot kind either. After a mysterious attack left her short several memories and one partner, she's determined to keep her head down, do her job, and get on with her life. But even though Devi's not actually looking for it -- trouble keeps finding her. She sees things no one else can, the black stain on her hands is growing, and she is entangled with the cook she's supposed to hate. But when a deadly crisis exposes far more of the truth than she bargained for, Devi discovers there's worse fates than being shot, and sometimes the only people you can trust are the ones who want you dead.

After many years of hardship and bravery, the human race faces its greatest challenge. The sweeping war between titanic races -- a conflict that has obliterated planets, extinguished entire stars, exterminated whole races -- is reaching its end game. Allies become betrayers, strangers become fast friends, and enemies clash in a struggle that will rock the galaxy. For years, the alien Klikiss robots have pretended to be humanity's friends, but their seeming "help" has allowed them to plant an insidious Trojan Horse throughout the Earth Defense Forces, and the sudden rebellion of Earth's own compies leaves millions dead and the Terran Hanseatic League defenseless. In a desperate attempt to save his own race, the Ildiran Mage-Imperator Jora'h is forced into a devil's bargain with the evil hydrogues, which will require him to ambush and destroy what remains of the human race. But the gypsy Roamer clans and the green priests of the towering worldforest -- scattered stepchildren of humanity -- have found innovative ways to fight, as well as strange allies of incomprehensible power. As the climactic battle is engaged, the Ildiran Solar Navy, the Earth Defense Forces, the Roamers, green priests, Klikiss robots, and hydrogue warglobes collide in a fury that will destroy many and change the landscape of the Spiral Arm forever.

A prequel to Frank Herbert's Dune, written by his son, based on a recently found manuscript. It is the story of a paleontologist sent to study the planet Arrakis, home to spices which give longevity.

In the aftermath of a devastating war, swarms of ancient black robots built by the lost insectoid Klikiss race continue their depredations on helpless worlds with stolen and heavily armed Earth battleships. Among the humans, the Hansa's brutal Chairman struggles to crush any resistance even as King Peter breaks away to form his own new Confederation among the colonies who have declared their independence. And meanwhile, the original, voracious Klikiss race, long thought to be extinct, has returned, intent on conquering their former worlds and willing to annihilate anyone in the way.

A New York Times bestseller, Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson's Navigators of Dune is the climactic finale of the Great Schools of Dune trilogy, set 10,000 years before Frank Herbert's classic Dune. The story line tells the origins of the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood and its breeding program, the human- computer Mentats, and the Navigators (the Spacing Guild), as well as a crucial battle for the future of the human race, in which reason faces off against fanaticism. These events have far-reaching consequences that will set the stage for Dune, millennia later.

This companion to Frank Herbert's "New York Times" bestselling classic includes never-before-published chapters from "Dune" and "Dune Messiah," original stories, and a brand-new novel by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson.

Set in the 26th century, this military science fiction franchise explores a galactic conflict among four distinct species: the versatile Terrans, the evolving Zerg, the mysterious Protoss, and the ancient Xel'Naga. The narrative unfolds in the Koprulu Sector, a remote region of the Milky Way galaxy, highlighting the struggle for supremacy and the complex interactions between these diverse races.

Human and machine face off one last time in this "New York Times" bestseller. ""Dune" addicts will happily devour Herbert and Anderson's spicy conclusion to their second prequel trilogy."--"Publishers Weekly."

Earth is a radioactive ruin. But the initial campaign of the Butlerian Jihad has given new hope to mankind. Serena Butler, whose murdered child has become a symbol for oppressed humanity, inspires a war against the thinking computers led by Xavier Harkonnen and Vorian Atreides. But four of the Titans - murderous machines with human brains and human cunning - still remain. And the universal computer mind, Omnius, still wields most of its power.

The titanic war between the elemental alien hydrogues and faeros continues to sweep across the Spiral Arm, extinguishing suns and destroying planets. Chairman Wenceslas and King Peter must now unify the human race with iron-fisted policies in a final bid to stand together -- or face total annihilation. But disparate civilizations are forging new alliances that threaten the old order. The Roamer and Theron clans will not yield their independence, and the new Mage-Imperator Jora'h now faces a threat that no other Ildiran leader has ever seen -- a civil war that could break apart the entire Empire.

The destructive hydrogues continue their war against humans and the fiery entities, the faeros - a struggle that kills planets and extinguishes whole stars. Newly crowned Mage-Imperator Jora'h, the leader of the ancient and vast Ildiran Empire, struggles with new knowledge he has learned: an ancient bargain and long-standing treachery that may finally bring peace with the hydrogues ...though it could mean the extermination of the human race. But Jora'h's empire is destroying itself from within, when his mad brother launches a bloody rebellion across the Ildiran planets, appointing Jora'h's own first-born son as its leader. In the Terran Hanseatic League, Chairman Basil Wenceslas continues his red-herring war against the Roamer clans, eager to achieve a decisive victory, even against a supposed enemy that poses no threat. Their homes destroyed, the wandering Roamers scatter into hiding, trying to keep their culture and government intact, even when faced with enemies from all sides. Cesca Peroni, leader of the Roamers, finds herself stranded on a small icy outpost where miners have uncovered a hibernating army of alien Klikiss robots. could lead to a massacre across all human-inhabited planets. In a galaxy torn by war, treachery, and shifting alliances, no one can know the truth about their friends or enemies.

In the year before Dune, danger stalks House Atreides. The Duke of Caladan tells the intertwined stories of some of the most revered characters in science fiction, setting the stage for their legendary saga.

It has been five years since humanity's heady expansion among the stars came to an abrupt, and violent, halt. The emergence of the Hydrogues, an immensely powerful alien race dwelling within gas-giant planets, has placed the scattered colonies of the Terran Hanseatic League in jeopardy. With space travel heavily curtailed, and supplies of fuel dwindling, young King Peter and Chairman Basil Wenceslas, the harsh power behind the throne, have no choice but to impose strict rationing. But the Hydrogues are not the only enemies of humanity. The scheming Mage-Imperator, leader of the ancient Ildiran Empire, attempts to forge tangled alliances among all combatants in order to protect his failing civilization. The mysterious Klikiss robots, only remnants of an extinct race, continue to work their sinister plans while pretending to be friends and advisors to the Hanseatic League. And archaeologists Margaret and Louis Colicos -- whose discovery of an ancient alien weapon accidentally triggered the Hydrogue conflict -- have vanished on the abandoned world of Rheindic Co. Rlinda Kett and Davlin Lotze, sent to investigate the disappearance, soon realize that the Colicos' discoveries may lead to an incredible new way to travel between worlds... or to the awakening of enemies even more fearsome than the Hydrogues. Something of inestimable power must have been required to destroy the Klikiss race. Will humanity be next?

As the war between the Republic and the scattered remnants of the Empire continues, two children--the Jedi twins--will come into their powers in a universe on the brink of vast changes and challenges. In this time of turmoil and discovery, an extraordinary new Star Wars saga begins.... While Luke Skywalker takes the first step toward setting up an academy to train a new order of Jedi Knights, Han Solo and Chewbacca are taken prisoner on the planet Kessel and forced to work in the fathomless depths of a spice mine. But when Hans and Chewie break away, they flee desperately to a secret imperial research laboratory surrounded by a cluster of black holes--and go from one danger to a far greater one.... On Kessel, Luke picks up the trail of his two friends, only to come face to face with a weapon so awesome, it can wipe out an entire solar system. It is a death ship called the Sun Crusher, invented by a reclusive genius and piloted by none other than Han himself...

Duke Leto Atreides is now the skilful and much-loved ruler of Caladan, served by loyal Duncan Idaho. To his court come Gurney Halleck, despised slave of the Harkonnens - and Jessica, the exquisite, perfectly trained concubine chosen by the Reverend Mothers of the Bene Gesserit to be the mother of Leto's daughter. Meanwhile, on Dune - planet Arrakis - House Harkonnen ruthlessly harvests the precious, mind-enhancing drug called spice. And Baron Vladimir is slowly being consumed by a loathesome disease. Rabban Harkonnen - House Atreides' most implacable enemy - prepares to take over his uncle's empire.

Collected for the first time, these three previously unpublished Dune novellas by bestselling authors Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson shine a light upon the darker corners of the Dune universe. Spanning space and time these stories expand on the Dune universe. Telling of the lost years of Gurney Halleck as he works with smugglers on Arrakis in a deadly gambit for revenge; inside the ranks of the Sardaukar as the child of a betrayed nobleman becomes one of the Emperor's most ruthless fighters; a young firebrand Fremen woman, a guerrilla fighter against the ruthless Harkonnens, who will one day become Shadout Mapes.

Závěrečný román caladanské trilogie z pera Briana Herberta a Kevina J. Andersona, autorů bestsellerů listu New York Times, je věnován klíčové postavě vesmíru Duny, Paulu Atreidovi. Ještě zdaleka ne dospělý mladík se chystá vstoupit do světa plného intrik, jaké by si donedávna nedokázal ani představit.Příběh, který začal vzestupem vévody Leta Atreida k moci a pokračoval důsledky zrady lady Jessiky, nyní vyústil v postupnou proměnu mladého Paula ve vůdce, jakým se musí stát na cestě ke své klíčové roli Muad‘Diba.

In the far future, humanity began to search the stars, sending out vast spaceships that would take generations to reach their goals. In the depths of space they encountered the Ildiran empire - apparently the galaxy's only other intelligent civilization. The Ildirans came to Earth and passed on the knowledge of their stardrive, allowing humanity to expand to the stars. Almost two hundred years after that first contact, there are human colonies proliferating through the galaxy. As Mankind seizes the future, danger comes from the past, for two human archaeologists glean forbidden knowledge from the ruins of a dead world. Once, the insect-like Klikiss ruled the stars. Now, only their robot servants remain, guardians of a terrible technology - the Klikiss Torch, which has the power to create suns. Now, Humanity prepares to flex its new found muscle and activate the Torch for the first time in millennia, but there are reasons the Klikiss empire fell, and a train of events is about to be set in motion, that will change the universe...

At Luke Skywalker's Jedi academy a brilliant young student, Kyp Durron, delves dangerously into the dark side of the Force. Impatient to rid the universe of its conflicts, Kyp steals a doomsday weapon - the Sun Crusher - to subjugate the Republic's last enemies.

As all good Frank Herbert fans know, a gap of several years occurs between the events of Dune and its sequel Dune Messiah. Now Frank Herbert's son Brian and famed sci-fi writer Kevin J. Anderson have ably bridged that chasm with Paul of Dune, a novel that sustains the mythos and majesty of the original series. This epic installment describes Paul's triumph over the galaxy and struggles, military and psychological crises that accompany it. A worthy addition to one of fantasy's great cycles.

Suspended helplessly between life and death, Luke Skywalker lies in state at the Jedi academy. But on the spirit plane, Luke fights desperately for survival, reaching out physically to the Jedi twins. At the same time, Leia is on a life-and-death mission of her own, a race against Imperial agents hoping to destroy a third Jedi child -- Leia and Han's baby Anakin -- hidden on the planet Anoth. Meanwhile, Luke's former proté gé Kyp Durron has pirated the deadly Sun Crusher on an apocalyptic mission of mass destruction, convinced he is fighting for a just cause. Hunting down the rogue warrior, Han must persuade Kyp to renounce his dark crusade and regain his lost honor. To do it, Kyp must take the Sun Crusher on a suicide mission against the awesome Death Star prototype -- a battle Han knows they may be unable to win... even with Luke Skywalker at their side!

'The Winds of Dune' takes place after 'Dune Messiah': Paul, believed dead, has marched blind into the desert. His mother Jessica and Gurney are on Caladan, while his sister Alia and Duncan attempt to govern the Empire. Princess Irulan is captive, and Paul’s former friend Bronso of Ix leads the opposition against House Atreides.

Lady Jessica, matka mladého Paula a konkubína vévody Leta, byla až donedávna pilířem rodiny Atreidů. Volba, jíž se před lety dopustila, se brzy podepíše na vývoji celého Impéria, prozatím se však lady z Caladanu musí vypořádat se svým vztahem k Bene Gesseritu. Už jednou se k němu obrátila zády a nyní se musí rozhodnout, zda její věrnost k prastarému řádu převáží nad láskou k Letu Atreidovi a synu Paulovi. Události na Wallachu IX a v celém Impériu se odvíjejí tak bouřlivě, že nad nimi ztrácí kontrolu dokonce i samotné Sesterstvo. Osudy lady Jessiky a její rodiny visí na vlásku… Druhá část třídílné série z vesmíru Duny se odehrává v době bezprostředně předcházející klíčovým událostem legendárního románu Franka Herberta, v bouřlivých časech, než šlechtický rod Atreidů přesunul své operace z domovské planety Caladan na neznámý pouštní svět Arrakis.

In a world of sea monsters, mermaids and lost islands, ghost ships, leviathans and weather witches, two opposing cultures have warred for centuries . . .

The blood feud between Duke Leto of Caladon and Baron Vladimir Harkonnen reaches its climax, as the emperor Shaddam - leader of House Corrino - is finally forced to curb the powerful Harkonnens or risk losing his own throne. Menawhile, Duke Leto's beautiful concubie, the Bene Gesserit temptress Jessica,- has conceived the boy who become Paul Atreides (the hero of Dune), defying the express orders of her superiors. The book culminates in a war - on Dune, on the oppressed planet Ix, in space - that will alter the balance of power for a generation.

Tato, v pořadí už čtvrtá kniha je poslední z řady predátorských omnibusů. A když už rozloučení, tak s pořádným výbuchem. Čeká vás přes tři sta stran napínavých příběhů z dílny těch nejlepších scénáristů a kreslířů. Mezi jinými tu najdete i Kevina J. Andersona, Deana Ormstona, Nancy Collinsovou, Scotta Kolinse, Rona Marze a Claudia Castelliniho. Podíváte se do viktoriánské Anglie, do doby války Severu proti Jihu, nahlédnete do budoucnosti i pod pokličku druhé světové války. Proti predátorům budou stát vojáci, vědci, lovci i roboti. Budou to jatka. Bude to důstojné rozloučení. Takže otevřete knihu a připravte se na explozi.

"Getting the most out of every minute you have to write"--Cover.

The book features 16 thrilling adventures starring Joe Ledger and his allies, showcasing their dynamic interactions and high-stakes missions. Edited by Jonathan Maberry and Bryan Thomas Schmidt, these stories promise to deliver the intense action and gripping narratives that fans have come to love, exploring new challenges and character developments within the series.

Eagle's Claw, a notorious militia group, has infiltrated a critical nuclear facility in Nevada, setting the stage for a terrifying act of nuclear terrorism. The narrative explores the group's extreme ideology and the imminent threat they pose, creating a tense atmosphere as the situation escalates.

An updated, illustrated history of the Star Wars universe--based on the Star Wars films and other authorized sources--provides a comprehensive overview of the saga, from the origins of the Jedi to the exploits of Leia and Han's children.

Common Paperback Edition - Original Cover Art - Black & White Interior Illustrations In the year 2145 AD, Malcolm Orion, destined to go down in history as the Brave Traveler, made his historic jump through space, launching his consciousness across the universe. His arrival at an abandoned space station reawakened the Masson Zero-a vast system of instantaneous travelways connecting innumerable worlds, many inhabited by sentient life. Now, centuries later, worlds long isolated from each other are once again connected. This anthology presents tales of this reconvergence. Set on richly imagined planets scattered across the cosmos but linked once again by near-instantaneous travel, these stories introduce you to characters-human and otherwise-navigating love and loss, alliance and intrigue, violence and betrayal, and, most of all, the joys and perils of exploration and scientific discovery. Accept the invitation. Step into a transpod of your own and slip through the Mass-O. You never know where you'll end up.

Still the only full-length study of the achievements and limitations of Lenin's extensive writings on Hegel, Hegel, Lenin, and Western Marxism has become a minor classic. In a full critical account, Anderson's book connects Lenin's 'dialectics' to his renowned writings on imperialism, anti-colonial movements, and the state. From there Anderson takes up the extensive debates over Lenin's engagement with Hegel among Marxists as wide ranging as Georg Lukacs, Henri Lefebvre, C.L.R. James, Raya Dunayevskaya, Lucio Colletti, and Louis Althusser. This updated and expanded edition also includes a comprehensive new introduction by the author, assessing Lenin's relevance for today's world.

Co-author of the Dune sequels, Kevin J. Anderson's triumphant return to epic fantasy is a politically charged adventure of swords, sorcery, vengeance, and the awakening of sleeping giants.

Exploring themes of resurrection and redemption, this gripping tale follows a protagonist who confronts their past after a near-death experience. As they navigate the challenges of reintegration into life, unexpected encounters and revelations force them to reevaluate relationships and choices. The narrative weaves together elements of suspense and emotional depth, highlighting the struggle between old habits and the desire for a fresh start. Ultimately, it’s a journey of self-discovery and the quest for meaning in a second chance at life.

"It is important to see both [Marx's] brilliant generalisations about capitalist society and the very concrete ways in which he examined not only class, but also gender, race, and colonialism, and what today would be called the intersectionality of all of these. His underlying revolutionary humanism was the enemy of all forms of abstraction that denied the variety and multiplicity of human experience, especially as his vision extended outward from Western Europe. For these reasons, no thinker speaks to us today with such force and clarity."-- Provided by publisher

The third in the epic science fiction series from the internationally bestselling co-authors of the DUNE prequels.

Klasika literatúry sci-fi, ktorá sa okrem precízne vytvoreného fiktívneho sveta zaoberá aj politikou, ekológiou a filozofiou, ponúka čitateľovi predovšetkým jedno: veľký a dobrodružný príbeh. Púštna planéta Arrakis je jediným miestom, kde možno nájsť vzácne korenie, ktoré predlžuje ľuďom život a zároveň ich obdarúva výnimočnými psychickými schopnosťami. Na pozadí tohto neľútostného a drsného sveta sa rozohráva komplikovaný boj o moc medzi znepriatelenými veľkorodmi, ktoré by rady náleziská na Arrakise ovládali. Aj keď Duna hneď po vydaní získala dve najprestížnejšie ceny v žánri sci-fi, jej popularita rástla až postupne v šesťdesiatych a sedemdesiatych rokoch, predovšetkým vďaka zanieteným fanúšikom.

Since the 1990s, bestsellers Kevin J. Anderson and Rebecca Moesta have helped thousands and thousands of writers to develop the mindset of career professionals. Million Dollar Professionalism for the Writer presents lessons learned from the authors' decades of experience in publishing. They offer advice on working with publishers, editors, booksellers, and fellow authors, and using persistence and reliability to find continued work in the industry. Their tips cover professional courtesy, building a network of colleagues, reading contracts, meeting deadlines (and the domino-effect consequences of missing them), dealing with critics, and how to earn and maintain a reputation as a true professional.

The second book in Kevin J. Anderson's Saga of Shadowstrilogy, a riveting science fiction epic. 'Anderson hits it out of the galaxy again' - Booklist, starred review, on Dark Between the Stars An epic space opera of the titanic conflict of several galactic civilizations against a life-destroying force of shadows, a dark cosmic force that has swept through the undercurrents of the human interstellar empire… The intertwined plot, overflowing with colorful ideas, a large cast of characters, and complex storylines, spans dozens of solar systems, alien races, and strange creatures. As the second book of the trilogy opens, the humans and Ildirans having narrowly escaped annihilation at the hands of the Shana Rei and their robot allies in Book One, are desperate to find a way to combat the black cloud of antimatter of the Shana Rei. The mysterious, alien Gardeners, who had helped them previously turn out to be a disaster in disguise and because of them, the world tree forests are again in danger. This opens up a second front in this galactic war. Believing they have found a way to stop their dreaded enemies, a new weapon is tested, but it's a horrible failure, throwing the human race and its allies to the brink of extinction.

Be amazed, be amused, be transported by stories that take you by surprise and take you further and deeper into new worlds and new ideas than you've ever gone before. Join a team of time travelers who set out to save London from a terrorist's nuclear attack... when a blast from the past changes everything. Follow Dan Shamble, Zombie P.I., who's investigating the craziest case of his so-called life. Find out what happens when death and taxes come together in the form of one IRS agent who faces the darkest audit of all. Discover the newest and most exciting voices of science fiction and fantasy as chosen by your favorite authors. The future is in your hands.

The final volume in the New York Times bestselling, award-winning steampunk trilogy by Kevin J. Anderson and legendary Rush drummer Neil Peart. Owen Hardy is pulled into one last adventure that will take him to the frozen lands of Ultima Thule and the ends of the earth.

Over the centuries, extraterrestrial hunters of the Yautja race-also known as the Predators-have encountered (and stalked) humans on Earth and in the depths of space. Offered here are sixteen all-new stories of such hunts, written by many of today's most extraordinary authors.

The story unfolds at Fermilab, where scientists delve into the mysteries of the subatomic world using a massive particle accelerator. Dr. Georg Dumenico, a Nobel Prize contender, faces a life-altering crisis when he suffers a fatal radiation exposure during a late-night experiment. As he grapples with the impending doom, the narrative explores themes of scientific ambition, mortality, and the unforeseen consequences of groundbreaking research.

Set against a festive backdrop, this story weaves a Dickensian narrative filled with rich characters and moral lessons. It explores themes of redemption, generosity, and the spirit of giving, reminiscent of classic holiday tales. Readers can expect a blend of warmth and social commentary, making it a perfect read for the holiday season. The enchanting prose and vivid imagery transport you to a world where kindness and compassion reign supreme.

The second volume of international bestseller Kevin J. Anderson's epic fantasy of intrigue, exploration and rival empires locked in a holy war.

Co-author of the Dune sequels, Kevin J. Anderson's Gods and Dragons marks his triumphant return to epic fantasy, featuring a politically charged adventure of swords, sorcery, vengeance, and the awakening of sleeping giants. Two continents at war: the Three Kingdoms and Ishara have been in conflict for a thousand years. But when an outside threat arises—the reawakening of a powerful ancient race that wants to remake the world—the two warring nations must somehow set aside generations of hatred to form an alliance against a far more deadly enemy.

Blending humor and eccentricity, this story features a quirky protagonist reminiscent of Ace Ventura, navigating a world filled with oddball characters akin to the Addams Family. The narrative promises a mix of slapstick comedy and darkly whimsical elements, appealing to fans of offbeat adventures. Expect a delightful exploration of the unconventional, with plenty of laughs and a touch of the macabre.

Titles include "Jedi Search, Dark Apprentice" and "Champions Of The Force".

The sequel to Kevin J. Anderson's Spine of the Dragon brings bitter rivalry and blood feud—that might be the downfall of the human kingdoms. Two continents at war, the Three Kingdoms and Ishara, have been in conflict for a thousand years. But when an outside threat arises—the reawakening of a powerful ancient race that wants to remake the world—the two warring nations must somehow set aside generations of hatred to form an alliance against a far more deadly enemy. Book one awakened the great dragon, and set the kingdoms at each other’s throats. In book two, the Three Kingdoms are shattering under pressure from an inexperienced new King who is being led by an ambitious regent to ignore the threat of the Wreths, in favor of a Vengewar with Ishara. His brother and uncle can see only the danger of the Older Race. In Ishara, the queen lies in a coma, while an ambitious priest seizes power. But he has neither the training nor the talent to rule a nation— or even a city. Ishara is in deadly peril, and the Wreths have not even appeared on their continent.

In a distant future, a confederacy of terran exiles battles between two powerful alien races: the enigmatic protoss and the ruthless zerg swarm. As conflicts erupt across the Koprulu sector, investigative reporter Mike Liberty seeks to uncover the truth behind the zerg and protoss attacks. Each revelation deepens the mystery, placing him in a precarious position amid a war that could determine humanity's fate. On the bleak world of Bhekar Ro, human colonists struggle for survival until a violent storm uncovers an alien structure, turning the planet into a bloody battleground as zerg, protoss, and terran forces vie for its secrets. Meanwhile, Ardo Melnikov, once dreaming of peace on the colony of Bountiful, faces the harsh reality of defending the Terran Confederacy after the zerg annihilate his loved ones. He must confront painful memories and unsettling truths about his future. Amidst this chaos is the Queen of Blades, Sarah Kerrigan, whose legend brings death to those who oppose the swarm. Once a remarkable human and a merciless psionic assassin for the Terran Confederacy, her fate takes a dramatic turn, leading to a destiny that no one could foresee. This tale explores Kerrigan's shadowy origins and the war fought for her very soul.

Embracing the joy of silliness, this book invites readers to indulge in light-hearted fun and whimsical adventures. It encourages a playful mindset, celebrating the importance of laughter and creativity in everyday life. Through humorous anecdotes and imaginative scenarios, it highlights the value of not taking oneself too seriously and finding joy in the absurd. Perfect for those seeking a break from routine, it serves as a reminder to embrace spontaneity and enjoy the lighter side of life.

"Dune, Frank Herbert's epic science-fiction masterpiece set in the far future amidst a sprawling feudal interstellar society, tells the story of Paul Atreides as he and his family accept control of the desert planet Arrakis. A stunning blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism, and politics, Dune is a powerful, fantastical tale that takes an unprecedented look into our universe, and is transformed by the graphic novel format. In the first volume of a three-book trilogy encompassing the original novel, Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson's adaptation retains the story's integrity, and Raúl Allén and Patricia Martín's magnificent illustrations, along with cover art by Bill Sienkiewicz, bring the book to life for a new generation of readers." -- Provided by publisher

Grafický román Duna, adaptácia žánrovej klasiky science fiction od Franka Herberta, rozpráva príbeh Paula Atreida a jeho rodiny, ktorí na púštnej planéte Arrakis preberajú ťažbu mystickej drogy melanže, ktorá umožňuje cestovanie medzi hviezdami. Frank Herbert svojou Dunou a jej jedinečnou zmesou dobrodružstva, mystiky, ekológie a politických intríg spôsobil revolúciu v žánri science fiction. Jeho syn Brian Herbert spolu s autorom bestsellerov Kevinom J. Andersonom adaptuje toto dielo v troch zväzkoch ako grafický román, aby inšpiroval novú generáciu čitateľov. Spolu s Raúlom Allénom sa o grafickú realizáciu Herbertovej vízie postarala jedna z najvýznamnejších výtvarníčok na komiksovej scéne Patricia Martín a ilustrácie na obálke od legendy Billa Sienkiewicza pozdvihli projekt na úroveň, ktorú si táto výnimočná predloha zasluhuje. Po prvej časti bude bude nasledovať druhá s názvom Muad´Dib a tretia s názvom Prorok.

Set against a backdrop of impending doom, this narrative explores the consequences of humanity's underestimation of extraterrestrial threats. It delves into themes of survival, societal collapse, and the fragility of civilization in the face of advanced technology. As the characters grapple with their fears and the reality of invasion, the story serves as a cautionary tale about the potential dangers lurking beyond our world, urging readers to reconsider their place in the universe.

Set in a richly developed universe, this prequel explores the origins of the Saga of Shadows, delving into the intricate relationships and conflicts that shape its characters. It weaves a tale of ambition, betrayal, and the quest for power, revealing the backstory that leads to the events in The Dark Between the Stars. With a blend of deep character exploration and expansive world-building, it offers readers a compelling look at the forces that drive the saga forward.

A hugely epic space saga set in the Seven Suns universe.

Power duo Kevin J. Anderson and Doug Beason team up in Kill Zone, a perilous disaster thriller for the modern age. Deep within a mountain in Albuquerque, New Mexico, a Cold War-era nuclear weapons storage facility is being used to covertly receive more than 100,000 tons of nuclear waste stored across the US. Only Department of Energy employee, Adonia, and a few others including a war hero, a senator, and an environmental activist, are allowed access to perform a high-level security review of the facilities. But Hydra Mountain was never meant to securely hold this much hazardous waste, and it has the potential to explode, taking with it all of Albuquerque and spreading radioactivity across the nation. This disaster situation proves all too possible when a small plane crashes at a nearby military base, setting off Hydra’s lockdown and trapping Adonia and her team in the heart of the hazardous, waste-filled mountain. Now, the only direction for them to go is deeper into the mountain, through the tear gas and into a secretive area no one was ever supposed to know about.