Adult

Lukien is the Bronze Knight, beloved by his kingdom and renowned in battle throughout his world. After betraying his king and losing his beloved, he wishes only for death. But rather than die, Lukien is given a chance for redemption: to be the protector of the Inhumans --- those fragile mortals who live deep in the desert, far from the prying eyes of their world. These remarkable individuals have been granted magical powers in exchange for the hardships and handicaps life has handed them. And Lukien, now immortal himself, must be their champion.

The most radical innovator in 20th-century literature, Gertrude Stein proposed nothing less than a reinvention of language from the ground up. Now the Library of America presents a full-scale gathering of Stein's achievements --- a two-volume set that encompasses over 40 years of the author's works.

This work represents Zelda's attempt to find her own creative identity. Included are her haunting novel SAVE ME THE WALTZ, her "farce fantasy" play SCAN DALABRA, semi-autobiographical stories and articles, and letters written to her husband from the passionate days of their courtship to the bitterness and sadness of Zelda's mental breakdown.

Christie's first published novel, THE MYSTERIOUS AFFAIR AT STYLES is notable for introducing many of the character types, plot twists, and red herrings that would become commonplace during the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. Set in a remote country manor with a small handful of suspects, THE MYSTERIOUS AFFAIR AT STYLES is the quintessential detective story and remains one of the most significant literary works in the mystery genre.