Colin Martin Livres

The definitive history of the Spanish Armada, lavishly illustrated and fully revised

Set against the backdrop of drought-stricken landscapes, the story follows Ethan as he seeks refuge in a secluded village near the Kansas border. Here, he encounters a community deeply affected by their faith and led by a powerful Preacher. As Ethan attempts to aid a family while grappling with his own troubled past, he becomes entangled in their fervent beliefs, believing he can bring rain and save the woman he loves. The novel explores themes of faith, desperation, and the psychological complexities of hope in dire circumstances.

In the late summer of 1588 Philip II's Armada of 130 ships, having failed to invade England, disappeared into the northern seas. But what was the reality of the Spanish threat, and why did it fail? 400 years later, this handsome book answers these questions by drawing on a wealth of new evidence. Geoffrey Parker has found and analysed a huge quantity of previously unstudied material in the great archives of Spain and the Netherlands, and this information has dramatically been complemented and augmented by the discoveries from the Armada wrecks, three of which have been excavated underwater by Colin Martin. Using these unique first-hand sources, on which they have been working together since 1973, the two authors have put together the pieces of the puzzle in a way never before possible. The Spanish Armada is at last fully explained, and some unexpected conclusions reached. In the process several long-established myths are laid to rest. Above all, this book tells a story - a story which brings to life on eof the most colourful, exciting and engrossing events in all history.

Written from his cell and smuggled out page by page, Colin Martin’s autobiography chronicles an innocent man’s struggle to survive inside one of the world’s most dangerous prisons. After being swindled out of a fortune, Colin was let down by the hopelessly corrupt Thai police. Forced to rely upon his own resources, he tracked down the man who conned him and, drawn into a fight, he accidentally killed that man’s bodyguard. Colin was arrested, denied a fair trial, convicted of murder and thrown into prison, where he remained for 8 years. Honest and often disturbing, but told with a surprising humour, Welcome to Hell is the remarkable story of how Colin was denied justice again and again.

Exploring themes of tragedy, nostalgia, love, joy, and regret, this collection of poems delves into the beauty found in life's fleeting moments. Colin Martin reflects on his personal history while also addressing shared human truths. The succinct and spare verses capture the impermanence and imperfection of existence, inviting readers to connect with the universal experiences that unite us all.

The story follows Carl, a journalist plagued by nightmares that seem linked to recent deaths. As he delves into his family history, he uncovers a dark legacy intertwined with themes of good and evil. This psychological horror novel explores the tension between reality and dreams, as Carl seeks to understand and confront the sinister forces at play in both his life and lineage. As the second installment in the Call Stone trilogy, it deepens the series' exploration of fear and the human psyche.

Focusing on Emily's quest, the story unfolds as she seeks to reunite with her lost triplet sisters while her mother battles to clear her name of a wrongful conviction. Amanda, a character with dark ambitions, employs the black arts to fulfill her vendettas, complicating matters further. As Emily and her sisters discover their shared powers, they face the challenge of confronting Amanda's malevolence. The narrative weaves themes of family, betrayal, and the struggle against evil, raising the stakes as time runs out for their newfound sisterhood.

Vlad faces overwhelming odds as the Turks advance on his realm. With a dwindling army and only his family and a group of travelers by his side, he must navigate the treacherous landscape of war. The weight of his father's legacy and the Order of the Dragon drives him to consider darker options in the fight for survival. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the moral complexities of leadership in the face of impending doom.