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Overshadowed: A Novel (1901) is a novel by Sutton E. Griggs. Published just two years after his debut novel, Overshadowed takes a different angle on the political reality of African Americans than Griggs explored in Imperium in Imperio. Taking an ironic tone, he examines the intersection of race and gender in the burgeoning Black middle-class to explore and critique the politics of liberalism and assimilation. Although Griggs' novels were largely forgotten by the mid-twentieth century, scholars have recently sought to emphasize his role as an activist and author involved with the movement for Black nationalism in the United States. Critics since have recognized Griggs as a pioneering political figure and author whose utopian themes and engagement with contemporary crises constitute some of the era's most radical literary efforts by an African American writer. "[T]he grain that came to life under the oak has its peculiar struggles. It must contend for sustenance with the roots of the oak. It must wrestle with the shade of the oak. The life of this isolated grain of corn is one continuous tragedy. Overshadowed is the story of this grain of corn, the Anglo-Saxon being the oak, and the Negro the plant struggling for existence." Introducing his second novel, Griggs sets the stage for a story of perseverance, a quality possessed by both Erma Wysong and Astral Herndon. Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, Erma and Astral are representative of the emerging Black middle class. As they each go off to college and embark on a path to a promising young adulthood, they hope to take advantage of opportunities that weren't afforded to their parents. Secretly, however, Astral hopes to return to Richmond and win Erma's hand in marriage, believing that time and distance will convince her that he can be more than a friend. Although their love grows stronger, Astral finds himself flooded with doubt regarding one aspect of Erma's identity-although she was raised by Black parents, her birth father was a white man. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Sutton E Griggs' Overshadowed: A Novel is a classic work of African American literature reimagined for modern readers.

While remodeling his new home, a man and his children move into a country cottage where he must adjust to the new sights and sounds. This is a detailed look at how he manages his disparate children in a foreign environment.A sudden move prompts a man to reevaluate his life and key moments from the past. When a father purchases a new home, he decides to make some much-needed renovations. He and his three children travel to the country and stay in a cottage near the job site. While there, the father narrates their story presenting an insightful and hilarious view of his parenting style. They and I highlights a man, his children, and their distinct personalities. It's a light read that focuses on an unconventional family in a traditional setting. Jerome K. Jerome presents a delightful examination of country life with a series of memorable anecdotes.With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of They and I is both modern and readable.

"In 2016, DC Rebirth brought new life to the company's core line of superhero stories. At the forefront was the relaunched flagship Batman series, written by rising star Tom King, who was joined by top-tier artists including David Finch, Mikel Janâin, Mitch Gerads, and Jason Fabok. Now these stories return in a hefty new collection, including the compelling story arcs 'I Am Gotham,' 'I Am Suicide,' 'Rooftops,' 'I Am Bane,' and 'The Button,' an unexpected crossover with The Flash. And speaking of unexpected--this volume also collects the Batman/Elmer Fudd Special by King and Lee Weeks, a thoroughly unlikely pairing between DC's Dark Knight and Looney Tunes' hapless hunter that yielded one of the most gripping noir tales that comics has seen"

Doomed by a past long forgotten, resolved to save what she once held dear. The flame is lit. A nameless woman wakes. Roused from the tomb by a past she cannot recall, she sets out into a barren, unfamiliar landscape. The protector follows. Bound by oath and honor, he safeguards her against the dangers that draw near with the same ferocity he does the secrets of his past. The Gray Cinders gather in their tower, called by the fire to complete their solemn duty. A colossus, incarnate of death, stirs with the bones beneath the scarred grounds. And a nightmare-scourge of a bygone era-returns to exact its toll. The fate of this land hangs in the balance, as their journey unfolds in this original DARK SOULS story!

Jurassic Park meets Law & Order - a blend of magical realism and procedural investigation... with dragons! In a modern-day world one step removed from our own, dragons are a highly respected--and highly endangered--species, but poaching is an existential threat. When young idealist Carmen Tritos joins the federal agency tasked with managing dragon populations, he quickly discovers that the entire system is corrupt. After seeing firsthand the cruelty of the system, our newly radicalized dragon savior takes matters into his own hands! GLAAD, Ringo and Eisner Award nominated writer Steve Orlando (Wonder Woman, Spider-Man 2099) teams with artist Megan Huang (Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) for a fantasy-meets-reality story that's sure to make your heart race and warm it as well!

Liam Kerr is your typical 16 year old boy in 2293... He wakes up, eats breakfast, goes to school, and, in 24 months, he will make the biggest decision of his life. Now, I know what you're thinking, and no -- it's not college. Human ingenuity has evolved past that. Upon graduating from grade school, the need for that 4+ year advanced education exercise is truncated into a single, instantaneous download of information. Instead, the human paradox in the 23rd century is simply the decision of a lifetime, made at the age of 18. Facing the transition from teenager to adulthood, all humans must decide what is more important: traveling the cosmic ocean as an android, devoid of most capacity for emotion; or living out their days as a "biological" on earth, confronting all the beauty and ugliness of the human paradigm. Even with science fantasy technology being harnessed, physics still has its limits. Only highly-advanced nanotech machinery can travel and particularize up- and downstream, withstanding the crushing forces at these unimaginable speeds. The biological human body cannot withstand this (though not for lack of trying: decades of failed missions have brought us to this solution). The optimal way to collect interstellar data and information is thus to fuse the human consciousness into a one way ticket, human machine hybrid. An Android. >Earth has achieved marvelous innovation. Unimaginable science fiction has become science fact, including the most impressive feat of them all: the ability to travel at Faster Than Light speed. Humans have unlocked the possibility to visit countless worlds filled with intelligent life. A dream that science has imagined since the dawn of Copernicus. Now fully-realized, the question that festers in every adolescent is simple: "What is the price of the stars?" Wishful thinking has been lost to time. Science fiction folly of fairytale endings and dreams of a long and fruitful life on earth, ending in a fusion of man and machine into the dark horizon of space and time with the never ending adventure of the cosmos was nothing more than a fool's errand. . The great humor, as the people would refer to it, is the poetic truth that no species beyond the earth could ever meet a biological human. No matter how clever their technology was, no matter how elegant their solutions may be, humanity would never encounter another species face-to-face. Only their Derivative Andronic selves had that honor. The time is now nearing for young Liam to decide what type of being he is destined to be. A space-faring machine with an undying consciousness and the prospect of endless adventures throughout the cosmic sea... or the beautiful biological man nature had intended him to be. Earthy desires will pull him to stay, while his cosmic curiosity for greater knowledge and experiences will push him to leave. This is now every human's decision to bear. But only Liam can ultimately decide for himself -- his destiny, his future; his mortality, or immortality.

Delve into SHADOWMAN, the perfect entry for new readers into Valiant's supernatural realm. Meet Jack Boniface, the inheritor of the Shadowman mantle, battling dark forces in our world. This series weaves horror, mysticism, and action as Jack confronts his powers and their weight. Experience a thrilling journey where the living and the dead converge. Shadowman offers suspense and heroism in a narrative rich with eerie intrigue. Contains the first appearance of Shadowman, Doctor Mirage, Master Darque, and many other Valiant Universe characters! From rising star Justin Jordan (Green Lantern: New Guardians), comics superstar Patrick Zircher (Captain America, Hulk) and an all-star cast of visionary creators, including Roberto de la Torre (Daredevil), Ales Kot (Suicide Squad), Jim Zub (Skullkickers), and many more! Content: Shadowman #0-16, Shadowman #13X.

Adam Eterno returns in his second collection, which features his earliest adventures from the legendary British comic, Lion. This time, Adam is propelled into a future, dsytopian police state, run by the tyranical Grunn the Grim.

A new and updated, complete edition of volumes collecting the entire Slaine series, created by Pat Mills and Angie Kincaid.

After travelling to a downed satellite housing a renegade group of space deserters, Rogue Trooper falls into the trap of his nemesis – the Traitor General himself!

This collection of some of Robin Smith's cover layouts shows just how integral his ideas were to some of 2000 AD’s most famous and revered covers, and it’s a fascinating glimpse into the creative process.

During Origins, Dredd discovered a mutant branch of his own bloodline. Now, his support of Mutants may see him join them to live out the rest of his life in The Cursed Earth.

A new oversized hardcover version of Garth Ennis and Keith Burns instant classic Johnny Red reboot, with Johnny and his pilots fighting over Stalingrad.

The legendary roster of characters created by Robert E. Howard, who single-handily forged a whole new genre - sword and sorcery - are about to collide!

Follow the quest to rescue a missing Wally West in the second volume of the critically acclaimed Dawn of DC series!Following the events of The Flash Vol. 1, Wally West may be M.I.A, but Central City still needs its scarlet speedster protector! Luckily Wallace West, Avery Ho, and Circuit Breaker are more than up to the challenge. However, with Barry Allen dealing with a crisis of his own, the looming question of “Where is Wally West?” begins creeping up on our heroes in unexpected ways. What has the Resident done with Wally and can he still be rescued?Collects The Flash #7-13, The Flash 2024 Annual #1

Has Harley ever been able to catch a break?!As if playing detective fer my own murder ain’t bad enough, now I’m also on janitorial and princess-babysitter duty?! I just can’t seem ta catch a dang ol’ break! But didn't ya know...HARLEY’S FOOT + YOUR BUTT = CASE CLOSED!!!!The Dawn of DC continues with Harley Quinn Vol. 2!Collects Harley Quinn #32-37

Wonder Woman’s critically acclaimed and character-defining series from writer Tom King and Daniel Sampere reaches its second volume!Writer Tom King and artist Daniel Sampere have taken Wonder Woman from Goddess to an enemy of the state in their critically acclaimed Wonder Woman series in the Dawn of DC. Captured by a team of villains, Diana Prince finds herself up against the nemesis of our story, The Sovereign, wielding the Lasso of Lies. As her new adversary tightens the grip on Wonder Woman’s psyche, will she prove victorious over the web of Amazon lies weaved in Man’s World?Collects Wonder Woman #7-12

The acclaimed crime saga by Jason Aaron and R. M. Guéra returns to print, in omnibus format for the first time!Before Jason Aaron was a superstar at Marvel and DC writing the likes of the X-Men, Punisher, Superman, and Batman, he gained widespread acclaim for Scalped, the celebrated DC/Vertigo crime saga he co-created with series artist R. M. Guéra.  Now, Scalped is back in print, and collected in the omnibus format!In Scalped, Dashiell "Dash" Bad Horse ran away from a life of abject poverty and utter hopelessness on the Prairie Rose Indian Reservation 15 years ago, searching for something better. Now he's come back home armed with nothing but a set of nunchucks, a hell-bent-for-leather attitude and one dark secret, to find nothing much has changed on "The Rez"—short of a glimmering new casino, and a once-proud people overcome by drugs and organized crime. Is he here to set things right or just get a piece of the action?Collects Scalped #1-29, approximately the first half of the series.

A major new line of DC collected editions begins with the earliest stories starring the Justice League!Welcome to DC Finest, a major new publishing initiative presenting comprehensive collections of the most in-demand and celebrated periods in DC Comics history, spanning genres, characters, and eras!DC Finest: Justice League of America: The Bridge Between Earths collects tales of the Justice Leage: the earth’s first line of defense against threats too large for humanity to face alone. And every time, they have overcome the odds and saved the human race.Collects Justice League of America #45-72

"Welcome to DC Finest, a major new publishing initiative presenting comprehensive collections of the most in-demand and celebrated periods in DC Comics history, spanning genres, characters, and eras. [This volume] collects the adventures of Barry Allen, the second and most iconic Flash, from the very beginning--starting with his debut in 1956's Showcase #4 by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. This collection also includes the first appearances of famous Flash rogues including Captain Cold, Mirror Master, and Gorilla Grodd"--

"The comics reprinted in this volume were produced at a time when racism played a larger role in society and popular culture both consciously and unconsciously. They are presented here without alteration for historical reference"--Provided by publisher.

"Following his ... run as artist on Batman and Robin, Patrick Gleason moved to both writing and art duties in 2015 on the Damian Wayne solo series, Robin: son of Batman. Before he was Robin, Batman's son Damian Wayne was raised by his mother, Talia al Ghul, to lead the vicious League of Assassins. Now that the son of Batman has freed himself from that destiny, he embarks on a globe-spanning quest to atone for the horrible acts he committed during the most brutal portion of his old life: The Year of Blood. Then Damian faces his most deadly foe yet: the young champion of the Lu'un Darga family, Den Darga. To stop the evil Darga clan, Damian and his allies must enlist the help of some unexpected recruits, including Talia"--