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Everyone attempting to work through Franz Bardon’s book Initiation into Hermetics will someday face one of two possible outcomes – success or failure. How you use your time in the present will determine which of these outcomes you will ultimately face in the future. In this book, Virgil discusses one of the best uses of time for aspiring magicians – prayer. Through the use of prayer heavenly assistance can be obtained, virtues can be cultivated, and obstacles in one’s path can be dissolved by divine grace. My Spear is Lightning is the second book in the “Notes on Prayer” series....

Now that I know what Dracula has planned for me, the pressure is on. Failure is hardly an option.... At the same time, if I'm supposed to one day preside over the Wallachian Vampires, how am I supposed to prove myself to those that are centuries older than me? I have to get stronger, be smarter. I have to succeed. Meanwhile, my rivals in House Wolf seem likely to call off the truce at any moment. Actually, that's the least of my worries. It turns out that there are legendary beings from other worlds trying to steal the Netherveil away from Dracula—and it's going to be my job to help defend it.

(Translated and Annotated: A unique and original translation of this classic work, annotated with extensive modern notes, context, and explanations.) The epic poem of the fall of Troy, the heroic journey, battles and loves of Aeneas, and the founding of Rome, by the great Latin poet Virgil -- as translated, condensed, and explained to modern readers by a professor who uses rhyme and a lively presentation to honor the spirit and true intent of Virgil -- without the customary literalism of previous translations. Epic in every way, this is one of the greatest and most entertaining adventure ...

The stakes are officially raised as Liam and his crew race against the clock to overpower the headmistress and uncover the secrets of the entity known as the Void.

Among his many other attributes, James Elroy Flecker was a skilled linguist and an expert translator of Latin poetry. In 1913, he planned to write a book to be entitled An interpretation in blank verse of Virgil, Aeneid VI, based on the poetic value of the sounds, together with Latin text and ten prefaces. The surviving translation consists of lines 1-19 and 264-547 from book six, which describe Aeneas' encounter with Sibyl and his visit to the underworld.

The cult known as the Black Phoenix is hot on my tail, attempting to thwart me as I liberate monster women across the multiverse and bring them back to my castle. Worse yet, a half-sister I never knew I had is their champion. The only thing that can stop a Van Helsing is a Van Helsing, so I can’t afford to take her lightly. What’s more, I have to stay focused on my mission. But when there’s downtime.

Two years into the great war, Gus is in Pennsylvania, helping to turn back Lee’s second invasion of the North. Charlie is in Texas with the rest of Quantrill’s Raiders, carefully plotting their return to action following a disappointing winter. John is raiding alongside Forrest, running interference in middle Tennessee while Bragg struggles to hold onto Chattanooga. “Blood on a Whetstone” also returns to the rugged Southwest, where the characters first introduced in “South of the Gadsden Line” experience the passing of civil strife and the return of the “Indian Problem”. ...

A tale of two crimes in the twenty-first century: In the rugged ranch country of eastern Arizona, Graham County Deputy Branden Allred and San Carlos Tribal Police Officer Allen Victor are investigating the death of a young Apache. At first it appears to be a freak accident, a conclusion the Sheriff likes, but the officers begin to suspect murder. Motive is the major missing element, and nothing makes sense until a one-hundred-year old unsolved crime comes to light.

This book is a basic introduction to one of the most important concepts in magic – the concept of rewriting one’s fate. While different spiritual traditions sometimes disagree on whether fate exists and to what extent humans are bound by it, the greatest teachers in the world of magic have always said that fate is something that can be transcended and rewritten, and that the magical path will place in the aspirant’s hands the wisdom and skill needed to successfully do this. Easy to read and filled with practical advice, Rewriting Fate is the perfect manual for aspiring magicians eager...

The Aeneid stands as the most renowned Latin epic poem, crafted by the illustrious Virgil in the 1st century BC. This timeless tale follows the legendary hero Aeneas, a Trojan prince who bravely leaves the ruins of his homeland to guide his fellow Trojans to a new destiny in Italy, ultimately becoming the forefather of the Romans. The first six books of this epic recount Aeneas’ adventurous journey from the ashes of Troy to the shores of Italy, while the latter half delves into the Trojans triumphant battles against the Latins. Experience this captivating story through J.W. MacKails eloquent...

Old Shoe thought he’d seen it all. Having settled in Arizona two decades previous, when Cochise was still taking trophies off white folks, the arrival of the steel pony was supposed to settle all that lawlessness. A silver strike in the Dragoon Mountains changed that, drawing desperate men from every walk of life to the upstart mining camp of Tombstone. That’s when an outsider with poor intentions showed up, asking for a price on land that wasn’t for sale.

Virgils Georgics stands as the second of his three major poetic masterpieces, likely published around 29 BC. This captivating piece, focused on the art of agriculture, is divided into four books, making it the briefest of Virgils principal works with just 2,188 hexametric verses. Drawing inspiration from a rich tapestry of earlier sources, Georgics has left an indelible mark on countless authors from ancient times to the modern era. - Summary by Leni

With the West divided, it was imperative that Eastern Rome become the pillar upon which the Roman Empire could lean while it recovered its strength. That’s what made the disastrous defeat suffered by Emperor Valens at the Battle of Adrianople so devastating. The folly of Julius Valens was so wide in scope and crippling in effect that it staggered the Roman mind. No matter where the story was told, the Roman people struggled to comprehend such wholesale defeat. The Emperor was dead, the eastern armies were decimated, and the victorious barbarian horde roamed unchecked across the Balkans. ...

Written between 42 and 39 BC, this collection of poems captivated ancient Rome and continues to enchant readers today. Believed to be divinely inspired by both the Romans and the Medieval Catholic Church, The Eclogues stands as one of the most cherished compilations of Latin poetry. This rendition features a dramatic reading style, with each character voiced by a different talented Librivox volunteer. Experience the beauty of these pastoral verses, with key roles in Eclogues like Meliboeus, Tityrus, and Corydon brought to life by our dedicated readers. Additionally, you can find a Librivox ...

Un meurtre odieux a été commis. Porphyre Petrovitchi, juge d'instruction, soupçonne un jeune étudiant en droit, Raskolnikov. Plutôt que de le confondre sur le terrain du droit, vulgaire et insignifiant, il conduit le suspect vers ces zones de la conscience où le meurtre est insupportable car il détruit la raison d'être de l'homme en tant qu'homme. Autour de ce noyau gravitent plusieurs personnages qui, ensemble, offrent le tableau d'une condition humaine d'autant plus tragique qu'elle est l'expression de l'impuissance des individus de vivre selon le grain de lumière qui est en eux.

Many good men are already in the ground, and some bad ones too. The gravediggers and coffin makers are sore for the work, which has some folks questioning whether Tombstone is even worth rebuilding after a devastating fire swept across the town. With blood flowing down the San Pedro, the question is no longer if the other shoe will drop, but whose body will tumble the next time the unmistakable crack of gunfire echoes down Allen Street.

Many believe that Constantine chose Christianity because it was the only religion that could offer him absolution for the innumerable crimes committed during his historic reign. He was a deeply troubled soul, an undeniably violent man, and an immensely immoral human being, but he was also more aware of his sins than most men. He knew how desperately he needed forgiveness. That is why he waited until the end of his life to be baptized, as it was the only way to ensure that his terrible record of inhumane acts was wiped clean. How then could it be that this beastly figure who was so full of ...

It was not the pursuit of glory or an age-old grievance with the Roman Empire that herded the Visigoths south to the northern border of Moesia for the first time in decades, but their fear of the Huns. The Visigoths were such skilled and aggressive warriors that their names became synonymous with the uncommon brutality of the European barbarian, and yet, this imposing horde arrived on the banks of the Danube as refugees. With a child on the throne of the West and diplomatic efforts with the Persian Empire reaching an impasse, the undeniably unimpressive Emperor Valens could be counted on to...

A dreadful pall has overtaken the west. King Alaric and his violent horde of Gothic marauders roam unchecked in central Italy, yet another usurper has risen to steal control of Gaul, and a half-dozen Germanic tribes have overrun the Rhineland and spread their havoc south across the Pyrenees. A prisoner of his own capital, Honorius is a fallen ruler clinging bitterly to a diminished throne. Every citizen in the west can picture the fall of Rome, with no need even to close their eyes. The Age of Kings is the enthralling Final installment of the epic Roman saga The Ghost of Rome.

This book was written with one purpose in mind – to share the knowledge and wisdom the author has acquired since he began working with the system of magic designed by the Czech adept Franz Bardon. The contents of this book contain: • Reflections about the nature of magic made after over a decade of studying and practicing the art in its most genuine and pure form • Helpful comments on important technical exercises and basic theoretical teachings • An assessment of the inner inspiration that lies at the heart of magic and brings the art to life.'The Spirit of Magic' contains ...