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Halo Effect is a collection of essays on the bestselling video game Halo and is not authorized by Bungie, Microsoft, or any entity associated with Halo. Examining the Halo phenomenon from every angle—from profiling the greatest Halo player who ever lived to providing a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the wildly popular, virtual-reality Halo movies—this guide is the ultimate companion for anyone who wants to truly understand this amazingly successful video game. With discussions on the role of religion and science in the game, this collection of essays also looks into the creation of and community reaction to the launch of the Halo series. Speculations on the upcoming movie and a rigorous analysis … More >>
Halo Effect: An Unauthorized Look at the Most Successful Video Game of All Time
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Star Wars on Trial: Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Debate the Most Popular Science Fiction Films of All Time
Category Sci-Fi
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** COMPLETELY UNAUTHORIZED ** Debates on the authenticity of the Star Wars franchise and the hero-or-villain status of George Lucas are at the heart of these essays by bestselling science-fiction authors. The incredible popularity of the movies has led to the formation of strong emotions within the science fiction community on the strengths and flaws of the films, exemplified here by David Brin’s attacks and Matthew Woodring Stover’s defense of the movies. This intense examination of the epic works addresses a broad range of issues—from politics, religion, and the saga’s overall logic to the impact of the series on bookshelf space as well as science-fiction film. The question Is George Lucas a hero for bring… More >>
Star Wars on Trial: Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Debate the Most Popular Science Fiction Films of All Time
Invincible Iron Man, Vol. 2: World’s Most Wanted, Book 1
Category Comic Books
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In the aftermath of Secret Invasion, Iron Man is no longer the hero he used to be, and Tony Stark’s entire life is torn apart. We can’t say much now, but… how bad does it get? Here’s a hint: read World’s Most Wanted! By the blockbuster Invincible Iron-Man creative team of Matt Fraction and Salvador Larroca, lauded by fans and critics alike! Collects Invincible Iron Man #8-13…. More >>
Invincible Iron Man, Vol. 2: World’s Most Wanted, Book 1
100 Most Popular Science Fiction Authors: Biographical Sketches and Bibliographies
Category Sci-Fi
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100 Most Popular Science Fiction Authors: Biographical Sketches and Bibliographies gives readers a chance to learn more about the extraordinary writers behind the mind-bending major works in the speculative genre. The 100 authors in this volume are the most accomplished in the field—popular with readers, influential to other authors, and favorites among educators and librarians. 100 Most Popular Science Fiction Authors provides a brief biography for each writer, a guide to his or her writings, and a list of recent interviews and essays for further research. Coverage of each authorÕs career includes highlights of awards won as well as work in other popular media such as movies, television, graphic novels and … More >>
100 Most Popular Science Fiction Authors: Biographical Sketches and Bibliographies
Commando: Bandits at 12 O’Clock: The Twelve Most High Flying Commando Comic Books Ever!
Category Comic Books
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Everybody who has ever turned a page of a Commando war library has a favorite air story. The first thing to catch the attention are the names—Spitfire, Hurricane, Typhoon, Tempest, Whirlwind, Mosquito. Who wouldn’t want to read a story with aircraft like that twisting and turning through the pages, machine guns or cannon flaming? And then there are the men who flew the fighters, bombers, seaplanes, flying boats, and transport aircraft into combat. These pilots of every nationality had one aim—to make sure that they won their deadly duels high in the sky. Here is a collection of some of the finest and most exciting air adventures ever published by Commando, so strap in, buckle up, and enjoy the ride!… More >>
Commando: Bandits at 12 O’Clock: The Twelve Most High Flying Commando Comic Books Ever!
Linux Annoyances for Geeks: Getting the Most Flexible System in the World Just the Way You Want It
Category General
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GNU/Linux is an immensely popular operating system that is both extremely stable and reliable. But it can also induce minor headaches at the most inopportune times, if you’re not fully up to speed with its capabilities. A unique approach to running and administering Linux systems, Linux Annoyances for Geeks addresses the many poorly documented and under-appreciated topics that make the difference between a system you struggle with and a system you really enjoy. This book is for power users and system administrators who want to clear away barriers to using Linux for themselves and for less-trained users in their organizations. This book meticulously tells you how to get a stubborn wireless card to work under Lin… More >>
Linux Annoyances for Geeks: Getting the Most Flexible System in the World Just the Way You Want It