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Amor, Teoricamente

Ali Hazelwood

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

J.K. Rowling · 2015

<p><i>'Welcome to the Knight Bus, emergency transport for the stranded witch or wizard. Just stick out your wand hand, step on board and we can take you anywhere you want to go.'</i><br><br>When the Knight Bus crashes through the darkness and screeches to a halt in front of him, it's the start of another far from ordinary year at Hogwarts for Harry Potter. Sirius Black, escaped mass-murderer and follower of Lord Voldemort, is on the run - and they say he is coming after Harry. In his first ever Divination class, Professor Trelawney sees an omen of death in Harry's tea leaves... But perhaps most terrifying of all are the Dementors patrolling the school grounds, with their soul-sucking kiss...<br><br><br><i>Having become classics of our time, the Harry Potter eBooks never fail to bring comfort and escapism. With their message of hope, belonging and the enduring power of truth and love, the story of the Boy Who Lived continues to delight generations of new readers.</i></p>

Jujutsu Kaisen, Vol. 22

Gege Akutami · 2024

Carmilla

Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu · 2023

Step into the world of Gothic mystery and supernatural intrigue with Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu's classic masterpiece, Carmilla. This chilling tale of vampirism and dark desires has captivated readers for over a century, and now comes to you in a beautifully republished paperback edition.<br/>In the remote Styrian countryside, young Laura's peaceful existence is shattered when she encounters the enigmatic and beautiful Carmilla. As a bond between the two women forms, Laura is drawn into a nightmarish world of unsettling dreams, haunting shadows, and a sinister presence that refuses to let go.<br/>Immerse yourself in the atmospheric storytelling of Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, as he weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and the supernatural, which has inspired countless works of vampire fiction, including Bram Stoker's iconic novel. In Carmilla, you'll discover the original vampire story that pioneered the genre and continues to send shivers down the spines of readers to this day.<br/>What makes this edition special? A meticulously crafted reproduction of the original text, designed for modern readers. An exclusive introduction and about the author section that sheds light on the novel's historical context and enduring legacy. High-quality, acid-free paper for a comfortable and long-lasting reading experience. Modern cover<br/><br/>Dare to uncover the chilling secrets that lie within the pages of Carmilla, and experience the haunting allure of one of the most influential Gothic novels of all time. Add this stunning paperback edition to your collection, and let the gripping tale of passion and darkness envelop you, leaving an indelible mark on your literary soul.<br/>Order your copy of Carmilla today, and embark on a journey that will forever redefine your perception of the vampire mythos.

Serial Killers: Anatomia do Mal

Harold Schechter · 2013

O que faz gente aparentemente normal comecar a matar e nao parar mais? O que move e o que pode deter assassinos em serie como Ed Gein, o psicopata americano que inspirou os mais celebres maniacos do cinema, como Norman Bates (Psicose, de Alfred Hitchcok), Leatherface (O Massacre da Serra Eletrica, de Tobe Hooper) e Hannibal Lecter (O Silencio dos Inocentes, de Jonathan Demme). Como explicar a compulsoo por matar e o prazer de causar dor, sem qualquer arrependimento? De onde vem tanta furia?<br/><br/>As respostas estao no novo lancamento da editora DarkSide Books: Serial Killers, Anatomia do Mal, dossie definitivo sobre o universo sombrio dos psicopatas mais perversos da historia. Escrito por Harold Schechter que pesquisa o tema ha mais de tres decadas e ja publicou, inclusive, a biografia de Ed Gein, Deviant (1998) -, o livro e referencia fundamental a todos os que se interessam pelo universo da investigacao e da criminologia.<br/><br/>Pontuado por curiosidades macabras, dados cientificos e fatos pouco conhecidos sobre a trajetoria dos principais criminosos em serie dos Estados Unidos, Serial Killer, Anatomia do Mal abrange desde a criacao do termo serial killer no inicio do seculo XX ate o fascinio exercido por matadores seriais na cultura pop (cinema, musica e literatura).

A hipótese do amor

Ali Hazelwood · 2022