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"The Last Continent" is a fantasy novel written by British author Terry Pratchett, published in 1998. It is part of his Discworld series and is the 22nd book in the series. The story follows Rincewind, a inept and cowardly wizard, as he finds himself on a continent that appears to be a parody of Australia, featuring various elements of Australian culture and wildlife.
"The Jaunt" is a science fiction short story written by Stephen King, first published in 1981 as part of his collection "Skeleton Crew." The story is set in a future where teleportation technology, known as "the Jaunt," has been developed, allowing people to travel instantly from one location to another. However, the process has a dark and unsettling twist.
"The Humanoids" can refer to various cultural works and concepts, depending on the context. Here are a couple of notable examples: 1. **Science Fiction Comic**: "The Humanoids" is a famous graphic novel series created by French artist Moebius (Jean Giraud) and writer Alexandro Jodorowsky in the early 1970s.
"The Fly" is a short story written by British author George Langelaan, first published in 1957. The narrative centers on a scientist who is working on a teleportation device. In the story, the protagonist, André Delambre, accidentally transforms himself into a fly while experimenting with his invention. This transformation leads to tragic consequences as he struggles to communicate and reverse the effects of his condition.
"The Fall of Hyperion" is a science fiction novel written by Dan Simmons, published in 1990. It is the second book in Simmons' Hyperion Cantos series, following "Hyperion." The story continues the intricate narrative structure established in the first novel, weaving together multiple perspectives and timelines. Set in a distant future, the plot revolves around a group of pilgrims traveling to the distant world of Hyperion, where they seek to confront a mysterious and powerful entity known as the Shrike.
"The Dying Night" could refer to various topics depending on the context, such as literature, music, or films. However, I am not aware of a specific book, song, or movie by that exact title as of my last update in October 2023. It might be a lesser-known work or a new release that has emerged since then.
The "Council Wars" refers to a period of intense conflict and political strife within the city government of Chicago during the late 1980s and early 1990s. This term specifically describes the clashes between then-Mayor Harold Washington and predominantly white members of the Chicago City Council, which was primarily composed of aldermen who were opposed to Washington's administration.
"The Chronicle of the Fallers" is a fantasy novel by the author of the acclaimed series "The Broken Earth," N.K. Jemisin. Published as part of an anthology, this work explores themes of identity, cultural conflict, and resilience through its richly woven narrative and character development. The story is set in a world where societal structures are challenged by magical phenomena and explores the lives of its characters as they navigate the complexities of their existence.
"Terminal" is a novel by the author, Rebecca Roanhorse, that is part of her *Tunnels* series. Set in a dystopian future, the story explores themes of survival, resilience, and the complexities of human relationships in a world that has undergone significant change. The narrative typically includes elements of science fiction and incorporates cultural motifs that resonate with contemporary issues.
"Tales of the Abyss" is a Japanese role-playing video game (JRPG) developed by Namco Tales Studio and published by Namco. It was first released for the PlayStation 2 in 2005 and later received enhanced versions for various platforms, including the Nintendo 3DS. The game is part of the long-running "Tales" series and features a blend of traditional JRPG elements, including turn-based combat, exploration, and character development.
"Space" is a science fiction novel written by the author James A. Gardner. It is part of the "Baxter" series, which explores themes of space exploration, the nature of humanity, and the potential futures of technology and society. The narrative often involves complex scientific concepts and philosophical questions, reflecting Gardner's background in both writing and the sciences.
"Sherlock Holmes Baffled" is a short silent film released in 1900, directed by Arthur Conan Doyle's character, Sherlock Holmes. The film is notable for being one of the earliest adaptations of Sherlock Holmes in cinema. In this short film, Holmes, portrayed by an unnamed actor, is depicted as he tries to solve a mysterious case involving a magician.
"Saga of Cuckoo" is a title associated with a couple of different contexts, but it primarily refers to a visual novel game developed by the independent developer, **Manami**. The game is noted for its engaging storytelling and unique art style. In "Saga of Cuckoo," players often navigate narratives that involve themes of love, friendship, and personal growth, making choices that influence the direction of the story and its outcomes.
"Ringworld" is a science fiction novel written by Larry Niven, first published in 1970. It is considered a classic of the genre and is notable for its imaginative concepts and detailed world-building. The story is set in a distant future and follows a group of characters who are tasked with exploring a massive artificial structure called the Ringworld, which is a giant ring-shaped habitat that orbits around a star.
"Obituary" is a short story written by Mukherjee, which often explores themes related to identity, migration, and the complexities of cultural assimilation. In this story, the narrative typically focuses on a character dealing with personal loss, societal expectations, and the process of self-discovery against the backdrop of their cultural experience.
Narbacular Drop is a puzzle-platform video game developed by a team of students at DigiPen Institute of Technology in 2005. It is notable for being a precursor to the more widely known game Portal, which was later developed by Valve. In Narbacular Drop, players control a character who has the unique ability to create portals on flat surfaces, allowing them to navigate through a series of puzzles and levels.
The term "magic carpet" can refer to several different concepts depending on the context: 1. **Folklore and Literature**: In many Middle Eastern and South Asian stories, particularly in the tales of "One Thousand and One Nights" (also known as "Arabian Nights"), a magic carpet is a legendary flying carpet that grants its rider the ability to fly. These carpets are often depicted as being woven with special materials that give them their magical properties.
"Jumper" is a science fiction novel written by Steven Gould, first published in 1992. The story follows a young man named Davy Rice who discovers he has the ability to teleport, or "jump," instantly from one location to another. As he learns to control and utilize his powers, Davy faces challenges including his troubled family life, encounters with the government, and the moral implications of his abilities. The novel explores themes of freedom, isolation, and the consequences of power.
"Jack-Jack Attack" is a short animated film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released as a bonus feature on the DVD and Blu-ray of "The Incredibles." It was directed by Brad Bird and released in 2005. The short film is set in the same universe as "The Incredibles" and follows the character Jack-Jack Parr, the youngest member of the superhero family, as he is left in the care of a babysitter named Kari McKeen.
The term "Infini" can refer to different concepts depending on the context. Here are a few possibilities: 1. **Mathematics**: In mathematics, "infinity" (often denoted by the symbol ∞) represents a concept that describes something that is unbounded or without limit. It is commonly used in calculus and set theory.
Pinned article: Introduction to the OurBigBook Project
Welcome to the OurBigBook Project! Our goal is to create the perfect publishing platform for STEM subjects, and get university-level students to write the best free STEM tutorials ever.
Everyone is welcome to create an account and play with the site: ourbigbook.com/go/register. We belive that students themselves can write amazing tutorials, but teachers are welcome too. You can write about anything you want, it doesn't have to be STEM or even educational. Silly test content is very welcome and you won't be penalized in any way. Just keep it legal!
Intro to OurBigBook
. Source. We have two killer features:
- topics: topics group articles by different users with the same title, e.g. here is the topic for the "Fundamental Theorem of Calculus" ourbigbook.com/go/topic/fundamental-theorem-of-calculusArticles of different users are sorted by upvote within each article page. This feature is a bit like:
- a Wikipedia where each user can have their own version of each article
- a Q&A website like Stack Overflow, where multiple people can give their views on a given topic, and the best ones are sorted by upvote. Except you don't need to wait for someone to ask first, and any topic goes, no matter how narrow or broad
This feature makes it possible for readers to find better explanations of any topic created by other writers. And it allows writers to create an explanation in a place that readers might actually find it.Figure 1. Screenshot of the "Derivative" topic page. View it live at: ourbigbook.com/go/topic/derivativeVideo 2. OurBigBook Web topics demo. Source. - local editing: you can store all your personal knowledge base content locally in a plaintext markup format that can be edited locally and published either:This way you can be sure that even if OurBigBook.com were to go down one day (which we have no plans to do as it is quite cheap to host!), your content will still be perfectly readable as a static site.
- to OurBigBook.com to get awesome multi-user features like topics and likes
- as HTML files to a static website, which you can host yourself for free on many external providers like GitHub Pages, and remain in full control
Figure 2. You can publish local OurBigBook lightweight markup files to either OurBigBook.com or as a static website.Figure 3. Visual Studio Code extension installation.Figure 5. . You can also edit articles on the Web editor without installing anything locally. Video 3. Edit locally and publish demo. Source. This shows editing OurBigBook Markup and publishing it using the Visual Studio Code extension. - Infinitely deep tables of contents:
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