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The Shadow of Great Britain

The Shadow of Great Britain

“Next, we have the most noble recipient of the Order of the Garter, the Grand Cross of Saint Michael and Saint George, the Grand Cross of the Bath, the Victoria Cross and the lower grades of Knighthood, the leader of the anti-colonial movement, the bell-ringer of the East India Company, the hero of the Crimean War, a Fellow of the Royal Society, a lifelong dear friend of literary giants such as Dickens and Great Dumas, a steadfast supporter of scientific luminaries like Faraday and Darwin, having served as assistant under-secretary, deputy under-secretary, and permanent under-secretary in departments of the Home Office and the Navy Department of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, the inaugural Cabinet Secretary and head of the civil service, the first graduate and most distinguished alumnus of our school. Please welcome Sir Arthur Hastings to deliver a speech on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the University of London.” Arthur's gaze swept across the crowd before him, looking at the young faces and murmured, “Agares, what do you think I should say?” The Red Devil's wraith hovered behind him, saliva almost dribbling from the corner of his mouth, “Look at these ignorant souls; they still worship you as a hero. Why not say something they'd like to hear?” Arthur took a deep breath and let out a deafening roar, “Oxford is a bunch of whores' bastards!” “Oh!!!!” The audience erupted into thunderous applause. “Cambridge is the same!” he added immediately. The applause grew even more fervent... (The protagonist, possessed by a devil, travels through 19th-century Britain in a world without magic)
Fantasy
1991 Chs
My Pet Beast is really not an Evil God

My Pet Beast is really not an Evil God

Gary Smith arrived in a peculiar world of beastmasters, where an ancient taboo was reborn from the depth of time, and an evil god was lurking. In this world, birds and beasts, rivers and mountains, even elements could spawn spiritual power and turn into pet beasts. Among them, the powerful ones became ecological niches by themselves, radiating secret realm ecosystems such as the Yellow Spring, Skeleton Kingdom, Succubus Nest, and Kingdom of the Sky Tree, nurturing countless followers. The beastmasters make contracts with the pet beasts, nurture them, and control the spiritual power. After witnessing the "Taboo Sun" event, Gary Smith obtained the ability to extract materials from everything in the world and compile "Secret Food". Through the Evolutionary Secret Food, the combination of "The Shattered Dusk World" + "Ancient Dragon’s Dead Egg" results in the Feast of the End. When the pet beast consumes it, it evolves into the Dusk Dragon God. The Dusk Domain erodes the world, turning into the God at the end of time. The Skill Secret Food allows the pet beasts to plunder skills from everything, becoming omniscient and omnipotent. The Sacrificial Secret Food snatches the taboo time, sacrifices the ancient beings, and blasphemes against the gods. His style of beast control also started to become peculiar. There is the Spider Shadow that devours ancient dragons and weaves dreams of all lives with its threads, the Red Master that pollutes the multiverse, and the Devourer of the Realms, who consumes worlds... In response to this, he explained, "My pet beasts are just a bit peculiar. They really are not evil gods!"
Eastern
1841 Chs
What are some really great fiction books?
One really great fiction book is 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee. It's a classic that tackles important themes like racism and justice through the eyes of a young girl, Scout. Another is '1984' by George Orwell, which gives a chilling view of a totalitarian future. 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald is also wonderful, exploring themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream.
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2024-11-25 21:56
Can you recommend some really great fiction books for beginners?
For beginners, 'A Wrinkle in Time' by Madeleine L'Engle is a wonderful fiction book. It combines elements of science fiction and fantasy in an accessible way. 'James and the Giant Peach' by Roald Dahl is also great. It has a very imaginative plot about a boy who travels in a giant peach. Additionally, 'Where the Wild Things Are' by Maurice Sendak is a classic for beginners with its beautiful illustrations and engaging story.
2 answers
2024-11-26 17:31
Are books really fiction?
Not all books are really fiction. There are many non - fiction books like biographies, history books, self - help books, and textbooks. These types of books are based on real facts, events, and information. Fiction books, on the other hand, are made - up stories. So, the statement that all books are fiction is completely wrong.
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2024-11-17 10:35
Are all books really fiction?
No. There are numerous non - fiction books. For example, academic books full of research findings are not fiction. They are based on real - world studies and data. Also, books on religion are mostly non - fictional as they convey religious teachings and beliefs which are considered real in their respective religious contexts.
2 answers
2024-11-16 19:26
What are the great books in 2016 fiction?
Some of the great books in 2016 fiction could be 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead. It's a powerful novel that reimagines the Underground Railroad as a literal railroad system underground. Another could be 'Homegoing' by Yaa Gyasi, which traces the lives of two half - sisters and their descendants across centuries and continents.
3 answers
2024-11-13 07:31
What are the great books in 2020 fiction?
Well, 'Hamnet' by Maggie O'Farrell is among the great 2020 fiction books. It reimagines the story of Shakespeare's son, Hamnet, in a very engaging and emotional way. Also, 'A Song of Wraiths and Ruin' by Roseanne A. Brown is a great fantasy novel that combines elements of West African mythology with a thrilling adventure story.
2 answers
2024-11-01 19:19
What are the great books in 2018 fiction?
Some great books in 2018 fiction could include 'The Female Persuasion' by Meg Wolitzer. It delved into themes of feminism, friendship, and the power of persuasion. Another might be 'Normal People' by Sally Rooney which beautifully captured the complex relationship between two characters growing up and their evolving feelings for each other.
3 answers
2024-11-25 16:22
What are the great books in 2014 fiction?
Well, I'm not sure about all of them, but 'Station Eleven' by Emily St. John Mandel was quite popular in 2014 fiction. It's a post - apocalyptic novel that explores themes of art, survival, and human connection. It has a unique narrative structure that jumps between different time periods, making it really engaging.
2 answers
2024-12-08 03:51
What are the great books in 2015 fiction?
Another one might be 'A Little Life' by Hanya Yanagihara. It's a complex and deeply emotional novel that follows the lives of four friends in New York over several decades. It delves into themes of friendship, trauma, and the human condition in great detail.
1 answer
2024-12-15 03:00
What are the great books in 2021 fiction?
Some of the great books in 2021 fiction could be 'The Four Winds' by Kristin Hannah. It tells a powerful story about a woman's struggle during the Great Depression. Another might be 'Project Hail Mary' by Andy Weir, which is a thrilling science - fiction adventure.
3 answers
2024-11-15 17:22
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