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Daniel Steele, a typical teenager with an ordinary life, suddenly finds himself thrust into a world of mystique and danger when a life-altering accident grants him extraordinary powers. The accident, shrouded in mystery, occurred eight months ago, leaving Daniel with the uncanny ability to perceive the true essence of an ancient gem-a gem that holds a profound interest in the clandestine workings of the criminal underworld. As Daniel grapples with the enormity of his newfound powers and the weight of an ominous prophecy looming over him, he realizes that his life will never be the same. The once familiar contours of his world now seem distorted, as if viewed through a warped lens. With this revelation comes a sense of duty-a calling that demands he unravel the mysteries surrounding the gem and avert an impending catastrophe that threatens to engulf everything he holds dear. Fuelled by determination and guided by an insatiable curiosity, Daniel embarks on a treacherous journey into the heart of darkness. The criminal underworld, a labyrinth of deceit and danger, beckons to him with promises of revelation and peril. Armed with his newfound abilities and an unyielding resolve, he navigates through the shadows, each step bringing him closer to the truth and farther from the innocence he once knew. Yet, with every revelation comes a new layer of complexity, and Daniel soon discovers that the world he once perceived as black and white is painted in shades of gray. Betrayal lurks in every corner, and allies can quickly turn into adversaries. As he delves deeper into the murky depths of the underworld, Daniel uncovers secrets that threaten to shake the very foundations of his reality. But amidst the chaos and uncertainty, Daniel finds solace in the bonds he forms along the way. From unlikely friendships to unexpected alliances, he discovers that strength lies not only in power but also in unity. Together with his companions, he faces the darkness head-on, determined to rewrite the future and forge a path toward redemption. In a tale of self-discovery, courage, and sacrifice, Daniel Steele must confront the demons within himself as he races against time to alter the course of destiny. Only by embracing his true nature and confronting the shadows of the past can he hope to save his world from the brink of destruction and emerge victorious against the looming darkness.

At one level this 'speculative fiction' novel is a story of frayed friendships and increasing tensions between former colleagues, Eva, Leon, Gretel and Javier - and the part each plays in a humanitarian space mission intended to warn planet Earth not to repeat the mistakes that have reduced their own planet to just one inhabitable country. At another level, the novel lightly draws on Stephen Hawking's words: "Whereas the short-term impact of AI depends on who controls it, the long-term impact depends on whether it can be controlled at all." The space mission is dear to both astrophysicists Eva and Gretel, the president of the country. But can Gretel bask in the reflected glory of Eva's work yet stay at arm's length from the actual details of what Eva's work entails? Will she manage to outlast the undermining of her cabinet minister Timothy and squash his ambition to take over the presidency? And, can Javier, Gretel's long-term partner and political advisor, stem the interference of Leon in his crusade against government cover-ups and injustices? Leon struggles against the 'ends justify the means' mentality of his former colleagues, yet he feels a duty of care towards the emotionally damaged Eva. His own story is beset by many complications and entwinements, but this flawed, former mathematician is the closest to the hero of the story.

The Vikings originated in Scandinavia in countries now known as Norway, Denmark and Sweden. The Viking period covered from about the sack of Lindisfarne 793 CE to The Battle of Hastings 1066 CE. Viking were noted for being farmers, raiders, traders, slavers, mercenaries and explorers, using their advanced sailing, navigational skills and longships for exploring river systems and across the seas as part of military, mercantile and territorial expansion and settlement, and even for some serving in the Byzantine Emperor's bodyguard called the Varangian Guard. The geographical extent of the Viking travels included to the East - The Baltic, Kiev, Novgorod, Constantinople, along the river routes; and to the West - England, Ireland, Scotland, and various islands, Iceland, Greenland and Newfoundland (Canada).Our knowledge of the Vikings is hampered because of the lack of recorded history, what we have got are rune stones, the writings of their enemies, the writings of the decedents in the 12th to the 14th century in the Sagas, linguistic and etymological studies, and the study of the artefacts from the Vikings themselves. Archaeological finds are being revisited and there are still more being made and all adding to our knowledge.The Viking artifacts provide an excellent opportunity to learn how their furniture, equipment and accoutrements were made, used, and function, as well as a starting point for learning about other cultures and times in history.This volume contains a collection of knowledge amassed over 30+ years of trial and error in the pursuit of a better historical presentation. It sets out the why's and wherefores, and highlights the traps and pitfalls for the unwary, so that you the reader can start or continue on the journey to a more accurate presentation for the purpose of living history, re-enactment, a display in a museum or just an interest of history.This volume covers some of the basic information (from safety to the form and function of furniture, and chest fittings) and eight basic Viking projects: The Coppergate wooden mallet;The Lund stool;The Oseberg chest (no. 178);The Oseberg bed (no. 2);The Sala Hytta table;The Trondheim toy horse;The Gokstad candle holders;The Birka bag hanger.A definition of "Living History" is the pursuit by the current generation to understand those of the past by attempting to portray and carry out activities of the past without experiencing adverse outcomes. Those activities may involve the wearing of clothing (in some cases wearing armour as well) and the use of tools, equipment and weapons, which helps the participants to understand the past better and will hopefully prevent them from repeating the mistakes of the past. Examples of historical sources range from: Extant remains (e.g. Oseberg and Gokstad ship burials);Stray finds (e.g. Hedeby chest);Illuminated manuscripts (e.g. Cantigas de Santa Mari¿a);Wills, household accounts and other documents of the period;Written eye witness accounts or chronicles of the period;Tapestries (e.g. Bayeux Tapestry).Some of the finds are not complete such as the chests from the Birka cemetery (Grave number 639) [1], where only the metal fittings remain, from them you can work out the size and shape of the chest based on their position in the excavation. Often interpretation of the archaeology reports, drawings and photos is required and this will be covered later.