Shreds of Humanity: An action-adventure sci-fi novel - Softcover

Carpenter, Phillip

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0595396798 ISBN 13: 9780595396795

Verlag: iUniverse, 2006

Inhaltsangabe

~A NEW NOVEL FROM PHILLIP E. CARPENTER, THE AUTHOR OF ELEPHANT GUN AND ARABIAN ASSIGNMENT!~Refugees of ravaged planet Earth are caught in a war between the Host of Jesus and the Nomad Nation. The small number of humans left alive must face truths about themselves, choose sides and form bonds to survive this strange new world.The earth suffers a stellar calamity that reduces the world population to less than a million people. Without electricity, internal combustion engines or government, the remnants of humanity flee to Mexico from the encroaching northern hemisphere ice age. Returning to the ways of the early native Americans is not easy as old prejudices and political ambitions cause groups to splinter.Follow the story of a group of such refugees thrown together during their escape from the frozen north. Experience their personal trials, stormy relationships and Herculean efforts to survive in a harsh new world of altered topography, rapidly propagating free-roaming wild animals and a vicious, medieval war between strange new cultures. "Normals", the pre-cataclysm generation, find nature has accelerated evolution to prevent species extinction by giving the "new" children extra sensory powers to help them assure a future for the human race. Like all human stories, this one includes the best and the worst of human nature and a strong dose of action and excitement. Take this unforgettable journey into a world of tomorrow with these brave adventurers, you won't regret it!

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Reseña del editor

~A NEW NOVEL FROM PHILLIP E. CARPENTER, THE AUTHOR OF ELEPHANT GUN AND ARABIAN ASSIGNMENT!~

Refugees of ravaged planet Earth are caught in a war between the Host of Jesus and the Nomad Nation. The small number of humans left alive must face truths about themselves, choose sides and form bonds to survive this strange new world.

The earth suffers a stellar calamity that reduces the world population to less than a million people. Without electricity, internal combustion engines or government, the remnants of humanity flee to Mexico from the encroaching northern hemisphere ice age. Returning to the ways of the early native Americans is not easy as old prejudices and political ambitions cause groups to splinter.

Follow the story of a group of such refugees thrown together during their escape from the frozen north. Experience their personal trials, stormy relationships and Herculean efforts to survive in a harsh new world of altered topography, rapidly propagating free-roaming wild animals and a vicious, medieval war between strange new cultures. "Normals", the pre-cataclysm generation, find nature has accelerated evolution to prevent species extinction by giving the "new" children extra sensory powers to help them assure a future for the human race. Like all human stories, this one includes the best and the worst of human nature and a strong dose of action and excitement. Take this unforgettable journey into a world of tomorrow with these brave adventurers, you won't regret it!

Biografía del autor

Phillip E. CarpenterBorn on a large Wyoming ranch, later moving to Idaho, Carpenter learned to hunt and fish at an early age. He later spent some time studying martial arts and combat shooting which led to law enforcement, then a career in radio and TV as a news journalist. He was awarded several honors over the years including Newsman of the Year in his state, plus the American Trial Lawyers Association Award for anti-crime efforts and was published in Reader?s Digest. Later, he became a national magazine editor and wrote hundreds of articles and books for several well-known publications including Argus Publisher?s Corporation, Consumer Guide Publications and others. He also wrote a novel that eventually became the screenplay for a motion picture starring William DeVane and Tommy Lee Jones. His other most recent top-rated novels of note include Elephant Gun and Arabian Assignment: Slavery and Terrorism in North Africa. He currently lives with his wife in a beach town in Southern California where he enjoys restoring classic cars and playing guitar.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: iUniverse
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2006
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0595396798
• ISBN 13: 9780595396795
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 352
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