David McIntee

The sequel to the mythological tale of Jason and the Golden Fleece, comes this 220 page graphic novel. The quest to find the Golden Fleece is over, but now Jason and his band of Argonauts must embark on a new and more difficult journey-- the journey home Pursued by a vengeful Aeetes, the Argonauts will brave many dangers, encounter old friends and new, and face enemies also both old and new. But when the gods play games, no one can avoid reaching the lands of the dead forever Now learn what happens as the Argonauts sail home and bleakly discover that they have been manipulated in the plans of Zeus who prepares for a celestial war that will break Olympus apart Cover and art by famed comic book icon Mike Grell.

War is an expensive business, regardless of its cause. It can also be lucrative. Whether by intent or as a result of the way the war progresses, armies and nations have often set out to recoup or collect funding for their campaign in the field and in target areas. David McIntee looks at some famous examples of wartime treasure and loot being taken, used, and sometimes left hidden, by soldiers, generals, kings, and nations in ten examples of cash-grabbing conflicts from ancient times until the present day.Whether it be the class struggle of the English Civil War, the Romans' need to pay the troops of their expanding empire, the bank-emptying of the Nazis, or the original nineteenth century war on drugs, money has always been a major player in war, and this book reveals the extraordinary truth behind some of history's most astonishing stories.

The sequel to sold out comic book and classic film series. Jason has the mythological Golden Fleece firmly in his grasp. Now learn what happens as the Argonauts sail home and bleakly discover that they have been manipulated in the plans of Zeus who prepares for a celestial war that will break Olympus apart.

From David McIntee, writer of "Doctor Who", comes a new "Ray Harryhausen Presents" adventure! The quest to find the Golden Fleece is over, but now Jason and his band of Argonauts must embark on a new and more difficult journey - the journey home. Pursued by a vengeful Aeetes, the Argonauts will brave many dangers, and encounter old friends and new enemies. But when the gods play games, no one can avoid reaching the lands of the dead forever.

Wizards go by many names: sorcerers, magicians, and shamans, among others. They have been known variously as good and evil. Most have been men highly regarded for their knowledge and superior command of magic. Beyond Camelot, Middle Earth, and the halls of Hogwarts, the idea of ordinary men with extraordinary powers has been a significant part of global folklore. Fantastical images and whimsical retellings of wizard stories from around the world are given historical and cultural context throughout this engrossing volume. Readers will learn why these enchanting figures have endured and captured the imaginations of children and adults alike for centuries.

From the wise and mysterious soothsayer with his long grey beard to the deathless necromancer practicing his dark magics in a forgotten dungeon, wizards have captured our imaginations since the earliest days of human storytelling, presenting us with some of our greatest heroes and villains. This book collects the tales of the most interesting, popular, and important spell-casters, including such legendary figures as Merlin, Simon Magus, Zhang Guo Lao, Nicolas Flamel, Dr John Dee, and Johann Georg Faust, and examines their place in history and legend. Written in modern language, each tale captures the drama, the tragedy, and the wonderment that has ensured that these stories have survived the passing centuries.