Showing results for "Original Sin" in Literature & Fiction

Who shot the Watcher? Uatu, a mysterious being who observes mankind from the moon, is dead. Nick Fury forges unlikely alliances to lead a cosmos-spanning investigation into the murder. Doctor Strange and the Punisher travel to another dimension. The Guardians of the Galaxy, Moon Knight, and the Winter Soldier head into deep space, and Emma Frost, Ant-Man, and Black Panther journey to the center of the Earth. The facts they uncover lead them to strange and unnerving conclusions.

After falling in love and making a quick exit from her nine-year career in the USAWMD (United States Agency for Weapons of Mass Destruction), ex-spy Sally Sin does her best to become Lucy Hamilton, a stay-at-home mom in San Francisco. No one, not even her adoring husband Will, knows about her...

The last in the Afrolit Now series, The Sins of The Fathers by Zukiswa Wanner is narrated by a man dealing with immense grief. When he’s unable to heal from the trauma of loss, Akani begins to question his and his father’s role as a parent and, in doing so, awakens to the patterns between them. In trying to avoid being like his father as a husband and as a parent, did he inadvertently become exactly the man he wished not to be? And what secrets lie untold? As he grieves, he wonders whether he was ill-advised to keep secrets that may unwittingly hurt his family.

Dive into this captivating two-volume novel that serves as a profound social commentary from a renowned author. Through a rich tapestry of characters and events, the narrative brings to life her insightful views on the importance of workingmens associations in urban society. As articulated in the Preface by George Sand, these associations, though potentially flawed at inception, have the power to evolve and foster a sense of community, safeguarding respect for family and property, and ultimately paving the way for unity among all social classes. Join Christine Rottger in this engaging summary ...

In this captivating second volume of a two-part series, we delve into a novel that serves as a poignant social commentary from a renowned author. While it intricately weaves political theory into its narrative, the core of the story profoundly explores the intricacies of nature and human nature. Through a vibrant cast of characters and compelling events, the book illuminates the authors belief that Attempts to form workingmens associations have been made, however, among the best informed, the most moral, the most patient portion of the industrial population of the large cities. Enlightened ...

Seduction - Sin - Salvation is a story-driven podcast where fantasy, faith, and the inner life intersect.Through mythic narratives, spiritual realms, fallen angels, redemption arcs, and symbolic journeys, the show explores real human struggles—addiction, shame, desire, loss, identity, and hope—through the language of story. These stories are not escape fantasies, but they mirror: worlds that reflect what it means to fall, to wrestle, and to choose healing when the path forward is unclear.Hosted by a writer and counselor whose own life has crossed darkness and restoration, Not How It Ends ...

Birds and Nature was a captivating monthly magazine published by the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago from 1897 to 1907. Each issue features enchanting short poems and vivid descriptions of birds, animals, and various natural wonders, beautifully illustrated with color plates. The publication underwent several title changes, starting as Birds, then evolving to Birds and All Nature, Nature and Art, and finally returning to Birds and Nature in September 1900, a title it proudly held until the end of its run. Join J. M. Smallheer as he guides you through this rich tapestry of natures ...

In a gripping tale of love and sacrifice, a young woman finds herself entangled in a desperate struggle to save the life of the man she loves, who stands accused of murder. As she navigates a web of deceit and danger, she must confront the question has she risked too much? Will she ever reclaim her happiness, or is she destined to live in the shadows of her choices? (Summary by Michele Eaton)

Antes de que entres en la historia, Crimen Sin Testigos quiere decirte algo importante: todos los anuncios están colocados al inicio de cada episodio. No aparecen en medio del relato ni rompen la tensión emocional. Escuchar los anuncios al comienzo permite que, cuando la narración arranca, puedas sumergirte por completo en Crimen Sin Testigos, sin interrupciones, como cuando sabes que algo oscuro y verdadero está a punto de revelarse.Hay un instante que todos reconocemos. Ese momento en el que una historia provoca un escalofrío porque sabes que pudo haber ocurrido cerca de ti. Crimen Sin ...

Follow a squad of survivors of a dystopian yet colourful version of southern Ontario where they must face a myriad of dangers while protecting a very special young woman. Featuring Julian Frid as the Handler, and Kristi Boulton, Jonathan Sconza, Stefan Till and Louisa Zhu as the Players. The fate of their characters is up to their decisions and the dice... Learn more at sine-rpg.com

Featuring Steve Carell and Amy Morton, Sin is a contemporary morality play about a helicopter traffic reporter who is trying to keep herself above life's messiness. Her soon-to-be-ex-husband is a charming alcoholic, her roommate is a glutton, she's trapped daily in a helicopter with an envious coworker, and her blind dates are disasters. It takes her dying brother to make her see that pride is the deadliest of sins, and it takes an Act of God to bring her back down to Earth.

Some would say the Market is the last authentic part of the city centre. This northern city has reinvented itself as a business and financial centre, bristling with designer shops and bars. A cosmopolitan, twenty-four hour city. Yet slap bang in the centre the Victorian City Market remains what it has always been; a place where you can get anything and see anything - a place teeming with life. The market is the real face of the city - mucky, multicultural and magnificent.

an interactive novella (or something like that) This story, divided in seven episodes, is part of the literary universe created around the (fictional) city of Villalibre (commonly known as The Village). Presents a collection, edited and compiled by Clodovaldo the Second (a.k.a. The Real Clodovaldo), which includes twelve composition produced by the collective mind(s) of Humberto Ortega (a.k.a. The Master of Tumbao) and Matilde Andera ‘La Nena’ Bassler. These lyrics were (allegedly) intended to become a piece of musical theatre, about the modern history of Villalibre and the shameful secret...

“Bienvenido a Sin Máscaras: A Desnudo. Aquí no vas a escuchar frases motivacionales de redes, vas a escuchar verdades que duelen pero transforman. Vamos a hablar de ti, de tus miedos, tus errores y tus ganas de cambiar. Porque todos llevamos una máscara… pero hoy, vas a quitártela.”

¿Puede la medicina, declarar loco a un hombre y encerrarlo de por vida? O, más bien, ¿ está realmente loco el protagonista de esta novela? a juzgar por la interesa con que se enfrenta a la enfermera jefe, a juzgar por la revuelta que provoca entre los internados, la respuesta es negativa: no está loco; pero puede suceder que enloquezca en su encierro, que jamás vuelva a ser un hombre normal… Esta extraordinaria novela, que dio origen, a la película del mismo título protagonizada por Jack Nicholson, es una alegato contra la deshumanización de la medicina, contra la injusticia de una ...

In memory of the late Greg Javer, all the old Sin & Sci-fi in the 60s: The France Books Universe episodes have returned to YouTube and the interview portions posted as audio here.Sin & Sci-fi in the 60s: The France Books Universe (née France Books' Paperback Writers) *was* a video podcast and nearly a book. It has hence spun off into Space-age Erotica: Epic Obscenity, but now known simply as Sin & Sci-fi...The focus of the show is now primarily on Epic Books, France Books older brother, but a renewed interest in France is also taking place.The writers at both publishers of adult books ranged ...

Despite his notorious reputation as the toughest private eye in town, Matt swears hes not looking for trouble. Hes changed since his days fighting in Korea. But trouble seems to find him naturally, especially on the night he stumbles upon a dead blonde. Someone isnt happy about him being there and they make it known. When Matt realizes a girl he cares for is being threatened by the same killer, he doesnt wait for trouble to find him. He takes matters into his own hands, with hate in his heart and a .45 in his grip. Beware trouble, because this time, Matt Ranzino is coming for you. - Adapted ...

En textos sin contexto ni pretexto, comentamos, reflexionamos y nos emocionamos con los textos que nos han hecho pensar, sufrir, reír y manifestar toda la emocionalidad que nuestra humanidad nos permite. Este podcast contiene análisis y reflexiones personales sobre obras literarias. Algunos fragmentos leídos o mencionados son utilizados con fines educativos, de comentario o crítica, amparados por el principio de uso justo (fair use). Las obras mencionadas y sus derechos pertenecen a sus respectivos autores y editoriales. La música y efectos utilizados son de uso libre o con licencia ...

An educational podcast that features the first chapter of age-appropriate chapter books.

Un programa donde cinco estudiantes universitarias les hablan de salud mental, crisis de los 20s, noticias, entrevistas e incluso historias de suspenso y terror. Les hablamos sin pelos en la lengua y sin endulzar la verdad, totalmente sin filtro.