William Dietrich Libros

Puget Sound is the beautiful waterway that defines the Western Washington. Art Wolfe, the Seattle-born photographer who has traveled the world to capture landscape and animals on film, turns to the place he knows best for a book of new images. From Olympia in the south to the San Juan Islands, from the foothills of the Cascade Range to the face of the Olympic Mountains, this is an exceptionally picturesque region. Wolfe brings a sense of intimate landscape to his views of this place, as he explores hidden estuaries and beaches, lush river deltas, undulating pastures, and of course the animated shapes and patterns of water. This is a settled land, and the photographer finds beauty in unique buildings and vessels that lend character to Puget Sound. Other books and photographers have taken Puget Sound as their subject, but none express the personality and the experience of the region as effectively as do these 150 Art Wolfe originals.

Adventurer Ethan Gage travels through the darkest and most superstitious realms of eighteenth century Europe, to the castles and caves of Bohemia to rescue his family and uncover a mysterious medieval device rumored to foretell the future. Having quick-wittedly survived the battle of Trafalgar, Ethan is rushing to rescue Egyptian priestess Astiza and son Harry from imprisonment by a ruthless mystic who seeks revenge for disfigurement, and an evil dwarf alchemist who experiments with the occult on Prague's Golden Lane. Using death as his ruse, and a pair of unlikely allies-a Jewish Napoleonic soldier and his sutler father-Ethan must decipher clues from Durendal, the sword of Roland. Astiza uses her own research to concoct an explosive escape and find a lost tomb, their tormentors in relentless pursuit. William Dietrich skillfully weaves intrigue and magic, romance and danger in a historical thriller that sprints from the fury of Napoleonic war to the mystic puzzles of Central Europe. What enigmas will the fabled Brazen Head finally reveal?

Set in 1802, the story follows Ethan Gage, an American explorer and adventurer, as he embarks on a thrilling quest against North African Muslim outlaws. The stakes are high as he races to secure the Mirror of Archimedes, a legendary superweapon with the potential to alter the balance of power in the Mediterranean. Gage's journey is filled with danger and excitement, showcasing his bravery and resourcefulness in a world fraught with peril.

Set in 1803, the story follows Ethan Gage, a daring and irreverent hero, as he embarks on a thrilling quest in the Caribbean to find the legendary treasure of Montezuma. Accompanied by his wife, Astiza, Gage faces perilous foes, including British agents intent on using the gold to fund a slave revolt in Saint-Domingue, and French adversaries seeking its secrets for a strategic invasion. The narrative weaves adventure, historical intrigue, and a race against time as various factions vie for the treasure's power.

With President Thomas Jefferson's blessing, Ethan Gage embarks upon an expedition into America's wild frontier impelled by a legendary prize: the mythical hammer of the Norse god Thor, allegedly carried to America more than a century before Columbus. Gage's skills are tested as never before en route to the most incredible discovery of all time.

Set against the backdrop of ancient warfare, the narrative intertwines lethal politics with the cultural clash between Rome and the Celts. It draws inspiration from both Steven Pressfield's "Gates of Fire" and the film "Braveheart," offering a gripping tale of heroism and conflict. The story explores themes of honor, sacrifice, and the struggle for freedom as characters navigate the tumultuous landscape of their time, culminating in an epic confrontation that defines their legacies.

Ethan Gage's life takes a dramatic turn after winning a mysterious medallion in a Paris card game, leading to his wrongful accusation of murder. To escape the threat of prison or death, he joins Napoleon Bonaparte's campaign in Egypt. Amidst a backdrop of ancient mysteries and political intrigue, Gage becomes involved with a diverse cast, including generals and a Macedonian slave. As he navigates perilous challenges, he discovers that the medallion may hold the key to uncovering the secrets behind the Great Pyramids' construction.

Tells the story of an American pilot and a beautiful German biologist who must prevent a Nazi captain from securing a biological weapon hidden in Antarctica