degas and the little dancer

Degas and the Little Dancer

Marie dreams of becoming the most famous ballerina in the world. When she joins the ballet school in Paris, she notices a fierce man sitting at the side, sketching the dancers. The man is the painter, Edgar Degas, and his clay model of Marie does indeed make her the most famous dancer of all.

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The Further Adventures of Gobbolino and the Little Wooden Horse - Ursula Moray Williams

Rediscover the magical adventure of Gobbolino the kitten and his friend the Little Wooden Horse, brought to life with gorgeous inside and cover illustrations from Catherine Rayner.When Gobbolino receives his sister Sootica s call for help he leaves his comfortable new life as a kitchen cat and sets off for the Hurricane Mountains, home of the old witch with whom his sister lives.On the way he meets the Little Wooden Horse, who offers to accompany him on his journey. It s just the beginning of many exciting, magical and sometimes dangerous adventures for these two brave and kind-hearted friends.Ursula Moray-Williams The Further Adventures of Gobbolino and the Little Wooden Horse was originally published in 1984 and continues to be one of the most-loved classic stories of children s literature.

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Beti and the Little Round House - Atinuke

I hugely admire the wit and beauty and flair of everything Atinuke does. Katherine Rundell, author of Impossible CreaturesShortlisted for the Alligator s Mouth Award. Selected as a Best Children s Book of the Year 2024 by: The Wall Street Journal; Publishers Weekly; Kirkus Reviews; Books for Keeps; ALSC Notable Children s Books; Centre for the Study of Multicultural Children s Literature.From two award-winning children s book makers comes a charming collection of four stories for newly independent readers that celebrate a spirited little girl living in the heart of the wild countryside with family and friends.Beti lives in a little round house in the green woods under the mountains. She lives with Mam, Tad, Baby Jac and her very own tiny goat called Naughty. With each changing season, there is always the promise of adventure! In playful, humourous and exciting stories with richly detailed and bucolic illustrations by Emily Hughes, world-renowned storyteller Atinuke draws on her own experience of building and living in a round house to create a truly magical sense of place. An unforgettable children s book perfect for newly independent readers to immerse themselves in and embrace the natural world. Has the feel of an instant classic. Books for Keeps, Books of the Year 2024 A truly magical sense of place. Lancaster Guardian There s a classic feel to these cheerful, charming, beautifully illustrated seasonal stories. Inclusive Books for Children What a truly fabulous partnership. This is a lovely, lovely story. Beautiful art. The perfect bedtime read and birthday gift. Nicola Davies

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The Lady and the Little Fox Fur - Violette Leduc

The great French feminist writer we need to remember Guardian Violette Leduc s novels are works of genius and also a bit peculiar Deborah Levy, from the introduction An old woman lives alone in a tiny attic flat in Paris, counting out coffee beans every morning beneath the roar of the overhead metro. Starving, she spends her days walking around the city, each step a bid for recognition of her own existence. She rides crowded metro carriages to feel the warmth of other bodies, and watches the hot batter of pancakes drip from the hands of street-sellers. One morning she awakes with an urgent need to taste an orange; but when she rummages in the bins she finds instead a discarded fox fur scarf. The little fox fur becomes the key to her salvation, the friend who changes her lonely existence into a playful world of her own invention. The Lady and the Little Fox Fur is a stunning portrait of Paris, of the invisibility we all feel in a big city, and ultimately of the hope and triumph of a woman who reclaims her place in the world. A moving, beautiful and authentic classic. We must be grateful to the Penguin European Writers series, a precious venture in these dark times, for bringing it back to us. John Banville, Booker prize-winning author of The Sea This book is as richly humane as anything else you re likely to read Independent

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The Fairytale Hairdresser and the Little Mermaid - Abie Longstaff

This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover to celebrate 10 years of The Fairytale Hairdresser!The little mermaid is all in a lather - the Sea Witch has stolen her beautiful singing voice! Will Kittie Lacey be able to fix this terrible tangle and help her friend find her voice?Discover more Fairytale Hairdresser adventures:*A brand new story for 2021: The Fairytale Hairdresser and Red Riding Hood*The Fairytale Hairdresser and RapunzelThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Beauty and the BeastThe Fairytale Hairdresser and CinderellaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Sleeping BeautyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Snow WhiteThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Sugar Plum FairyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the PeaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and AladdinThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the FrogThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Thumbelina

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The Yule Tomte and the Little Rabbits - Ulf Stark

Grump the Yule Tomte lives all alone, which is exactly how he likes it! He s waiting for Christmas to arrive when all of a sudden a gust of wind steals his mittens from the washing line and his hat from his head. That s the last straw -- he won t be the Yule Tomte any more!Binny and Barty, the rabbit children, live with their family in the forest. They ve never heard of Christmas, or the Yule Tomte, until the wind brings them some strange gifts All the animals in the forest prepare for the arrival of Christmas. They make presents, bake sweet treats and even write a song. But will the Yule Tomte ever bring Christmas to the big forest?This charming and funny Christmas story of a grumpy tomte and the hopeful little rabbits is told over twenty-five chapters -- one for each day of Advent -- with delightful festive illustrations. Perfect for families to share together.

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Lighthouse and the Little Boat - Katie Frawley

A sweet, tender, and touching tale about a wise lighthouse guiding a young boat through the turbulent waters of life. This is a beautiful take on parenting and growing up, and a perfect pick for sharing and gifting.Once, there was a lighthouse.She stood proud and steady, strong and bright. In fair weather and in foul, she towered over the waters and guided ships to safe harbor.A lighthouse stands by the sea and keeps everything in her sight safe and sound. When a little boat named Brightness appears in her harbor, Lighthouse offers to watch out for her. But, as Brightness becomes more confident, she goes out farther than Lighthouse can see. When a big storm hits, will Lighthouse be able to protect Brightness?Perfect for both young readers and adults, this gorgeous picture book by Katie Frawley and Ben Mantle shows that, even when there are storms, love will always guide children home.

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Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress - Dai Sijie

1971: Mao s cultural Revolution is at its peak. Two sons of doctors, sent to re-education camps, forced to carry buckets of excrement up and down mountain paths, have only their sense of humour to keep them going. Although the attractive daughter of the local tailor also helps to distract them from the task at hand. The boys true re-education starts, however, when they discover a hidden suitcase packed with the great Western novels of the nineteenth century. Their lives are transformed. And not only their lives: after listening to the stories of Balzac, the little seamstress will never be the same again.

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Rosalind and the Little Deer - Elsa Beskow

Rosalind s little deer is captured by a king and kept in a golden cage. Can the little girl persuade the king to let her friend go free? A collectable new edition of the classic Elsa Beskow picture book with a cloth spine.

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The Three Little Rigs - David Miles, Stephanie Miles

The story of the Three Little Pigs gets a Truck Tales twist! For kids who love all things cars and trucks comes The Three Little Rigs, the latest in the Truck Tales series! Big Rig sends out the Three Little Rigs with glass, lumber, and steel to take to the other side of the mountain. But when night falls and the little rigs make camp (in quickly-built houses of glass, lumber, and steel, of course), the Big Bad Bulldozer pays them a mischievous visit. Little rigs, little rigs, let me come in! comes the growl. Not by the glare of our rimmy rim rims! This rollicking truck mashup will get kids and adults alike wheel, wheel, wheeling all the way home! Find more truck twists on all your favorite fairytales, including: Hansel and Diesel Cylinderella and more! Each book is constructed of sturdy, durable board, perfect for little hands and fingers. With magical illustrations and easy-to-read type, this is one tale you ll be asked to read again and again!

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The Good, the Bad and the Little Bit Stupid - Marina Lewycká

A LAUGH-OUT-LOUD NOVEL FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF A SHORT HISTORY OF TRACTORS IN UKRAINIANAfter walking out on his wife to shack up with Brexit Brenda next door, George Pantis thinks he s got it made - especially when he wins millions on a Kosovan lottery he barely remembers entering.Unfortunately, he can t access the money because he s forgotten his password. What is he meant to tell all the forceful people who keep appearing at his doorstep desperate to know his mother s maiden name?The situation is shadier than he thinks, and George is need of rescue. But will his dysfunctional family be able to save him, and in the process, can they save each other? ______________________________________________________ Lewycka has carved out a reputation for tackling Big Topics with wit and humour Radio Times Warmly funny Daily Mail Her state-of-the-nation novel crackles with zingy one-liners and shrewd humour Mail on Sunday

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The Fairytale Hairdresser and Sleeping Beauty - Abie Longstaff

This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover!A wicked fairy has cast a spell sending Princess Rose into a deep sleep! With the help of some fairy godmothers and a dashing, green-fingered prince, Kittie Lacey must break the spell.Discover more Fairytale Hairdresser adventures:The Fairytale Hairdresser and Red Riding HoodThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Little MermaidThe Fairytale Hairdresser and RapunzelThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Beauty and the BeastThe Fairytale Hairdresser and CinderellaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Snow WhiteThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Sugar Plum FairyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the PeaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and AladdinThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the FrogThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Thumbelina

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The Fairytale Hairdresser and Cinderella - Abie Longstaff

This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover! Kittie Lacey s salon is buzzing with excitement - the Queen of Hearts is holding a ball to find the PERFECT girl for her PERFECT prince. But Kittie s new friend Cinderella doesn t have a dress and her invitation has mysteriously got lost in the post. Luckily, Kittie has the perfect plan to get Cinderella to the ball . . .Discover more Fairytale Hairdresser adventures:The Fairytale Hairdressser and the Little MermaidThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Beauty and the BeastThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Sleeping BeautyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Snow WhiteThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Sugar Plum FairyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the PeaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and AladdinThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the FrogThe Fairytale Hairdresser and ThumbelinaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Red Riding HoodThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Father Christmas

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The Fairytale Hairdresser and Red Riding Hood - Abie Longstaff

A BRAND NEW STORY IN THIS GORGEOUSLY GLITTERY BESTSELLING SERIESThe Queen of Hearts is hosting a baking competition and Fairyland is buzzing with excitement! From Rapunzel to the Three Bears, absolutely everyone is busy baking tasty treats and Kittie is just as busy helping her clients look their best for the big event. Red Riding Hood knows her Granny is sure to win first prize - she makes the best cakes - but when Kittie and Red visit her cottage, Granny and her cakes are nowhere to be seen! And there is a mysterious paw-shaped footprint on the ground. A clue! Kittie and Red decide to investigate . . .Will they find out what happened to Granny and save the day before it s too late?Discover more Fairytale Hairdresser adventures:The Fairytale Hairdresser and the Little MermaidThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Beauty and the BeastThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Snow WhiteThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Sleeping BeautyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the FrogThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Thumbelina

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The Fairytale Hairdresser and Rapunzel - Abie Longstaff

This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover to celebrate 10 years of The Fairytale Hairdresser!Join Kittie Lacey, as she faces her most hair-raising challenge - an evil witch, a tall tower, and a girl called Rapunzel who is having a very bad hair day. Will Kittie manage to tame unruly tresses that go on for miles, rescue a princess and create a happily ever after? Discover more Fairytale Hairdresser adventures:*A brand new story for 2021: The Fairytale Hairdresser and Red Riding Hood*The Fairytale Hairdressser and the Little MermaidThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Beauty and the BeastThe Fairytale Hairdresser and CinderellaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Sleeping BeautyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Snow WhiteThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Sugar Plum FairyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the PeaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and AladdinThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the FrogThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Thumbelina

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The Fairytale Hairdresser and Aladdin - Abie Longstaff

This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover!Meet Kittie, the BEST hairdresser in all of fairyland!Kittie Lacey is off on a very overdue holiday on Aladdin s Magic Carpet Tours. But when she finds herself tangled up in a world of flying carpets and mysterious jewels she needs to put all her skills to the test to rescue Aladdin, free the genie and save the day. Will she manage it?Discover more Fairytale Hairdresser adventures:The Fairytale Hairdresser and RapunzelThe Fairytale Hairdressser and the Little MermaidThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Beauty and the BeastThe Fairytale Hairdresser and CinderellaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Sleeping BeautyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Snow WhiteThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Sugar Plum FairyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the PeaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the FrogThe Fairytale Hairdresser and ThumbelinaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Red Riding Hood

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The Fairytale Hairdresser and Father Christmas - Abie Longstaff

This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover! It s Christmastime in Fairyland and Kittie Lacey is visiting a VERY special client - Father Christmas! But when he discovers that all the Christmas presents have been stolen, can Kittie help Father Christmas track them down before it s too late?Discover more Fairytale Hairdresser adventures:The Fairytale Hairdressser and the Little MermaidThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Beauty and the BeastThe Fairytale Hairdresser and CinderellaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Sleeping BeautyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Snow WhiteThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Sugar Plum FairyThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the PeaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and AladdinThe Fairytale Hairdresser and the Princess and the FrogThe Fairytale Hairdresser and ThumbelinaThe Fairytale Hairdresser and Red Riding Hood

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The Growing Story - Ruth Krauss

A classically beautiful picture book from Helen Oxenbury and Ruth Krauss. Share the universal experience of growing up and discover the rhythms of the seasons in this wonderfully timeless story.A little boy, some chicks and a puppy live on a farm. They see the first signs of spring growing in the fields and the little boy asks his mother if he and the puppy will grow too. Of course you will, she assures him, and as spring turns to summer he sees his dog growing taller and the chicks become chickens. But as the seasons change and everything grows around him, the little boy feels like he has stayed the same. Can he really be growing too?This charming story will enchant younger readers and is perfect for sharing aloud. Beautifully presented as an illustrated paperback, it is the perfect book for all little children wondering if theyâ ™re growing too.

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The Hunger of Women - Marosia Castaldi

Rosa, midway through life, is alone. Her husband passed away long ago, and her cosmopolitan daughter is already out the door, keen to marry and move to the city. At loose ends, Rosa decides to transplant herself to the flat, foggy Lombardy provinces from her native Naples and there finds a way to renew herselfâ ”by opening a restaurant, and in the process coming to a new appreciation of the myriad relationships possible between women, from friendship to caregiving to collaboration to emotional and physical love. Unconventional in style and yet rivetingly accessible, The Hunger of Women is a novel infused with the pleasures of the body and the little shocks of daily life. Made up of Rosaâ ™s observations, reflections, and recipes, it tracks her mental journey back to reconnect with her own embattled motherâ ™s age-old wisdom, forward to her daughterâ ™s inconceivable future, and laterally to the world of Rosa s new community of lovers and customers. A tribute not only to the tradition of women s writing on hearth and home but to the legacy of such boundary-breaking feminist writers as Gertrude Stein, Virginia Woolf, and Helene Cixous, The Hunger of Women is nothing less than a literary feast.â ˜Marosia Castaldi s project would seem to be precisely that of revealing the wealth that resides in a woman s domestic microcosm, and the wisdom and passions that can be read among the ingredients of her kitchen.â ™ Lorenzo Licciardi, Roma Cultura

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A Dot in the Snow - Corrinne Averiss

A little polar bear, Miki, wanders away while his mother is diving for fish. He sees a dot in the snow and rushes towards it. Readers discover that the dot is a little girl. But Miki has never seen a human before and the little girl has never seen a polar bear. They discover more about each other as they play in the snow but then the perils of the polar landscape impel Miki to take the little girl home before undertaking the long journey to find his own mother. Although one is a polar bear and one is a little girl, Miki and Dot share a common experience: they are both separated from their mothers when they meet. Their bond of friendship gives them the strength to support each other during the course of a day that will last with them both forever. This is a moving and poignant story set in a changing and challenging polar landscape, perfect for the Christmas season. It wraps up important themes about empathy, kindness, and courage. The story is both simply told and affecting. The gorgeous snowscapes, full of real atmosphere, are created with printmaking techniques by debut illustrator Fiona Woodcock.

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Hansel and Gretel - Bethan Woollvin

From the award-winning Bethan Woollvin, creator of the iconic Little Red and Rapunzel comes Hansel and Gretel, a very funny twist on the classic fairy tale printed in vibrant pantone inks. A witty picture book for clever, fearless children â “ The Sunday TimesNaughty little Hansel and Gretel ransack Willow the good witch s gingerbread cottage and play havoc with her spells, driving the poor witch to her wit s end with magical mischief and mayhem. They gobble all her yummy food, smash her potion bottles and even conjure the cat to the size of a house! Can Willow ever put a stop to the chaos?Bethan Woollvin has been shortlisted for both the Klaus Flugge Prize 2017 and the Little Rebels Award 2017, as well as winning an AOI Award 2017. Little Red, winner of the Macmillan Prize 2014, was named one of the ten New York Times Best Illustrated Books in 2016.

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The Secret Life of a Vet - Rory Cowlam

Honest and heart-warming account of the highs and lows of life as a vet, by lovable rising TV star.Rory speaks frequently on animal welfare, mental health and is known for his open, heartfelt approach to his work. Rory has had a passion for animals for as long as he can remember. He grew up in the countryside surrounded by animals and it was always his ambition to be a vet. He now works in a busy London practice where his very honest and often emotional relationships with the animals he treats and their owners has made him the relatable and approachable face of veterinary work.In an era when doctors and nurses are talking more openly about the realities of saving human lives, Rory shows what a vital service vets offer in caring for the animals that often form the very heart of the household. He describes the demanding experience of veterinary school, and offers a very human take on what it s like to treat animals, and the little talked about mental health implications that this pressured life or death industry holds.

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Funnybones: The Pet Shop - Allan Ahlberg

All he does is DIG holes - and BARK! WOOF! Barks the dog.When The Big Skeleton and The Little Skeleton become fed up with The Dog Skeleton they decide to swap him at the pet shop!They start off with a goldfish but soon get tired of him and swap him for a parrot - but soon they get bored of him too . . . Eventually the pet shop owner gives them a box to take home with a surprise pet inside.What do you think it will be?Can t get enough of the Funnybones skeletons? Discover:Funnybones: The Black CatThe Funnybones Collection

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To the Letter - Simon Garfield

Every letter contains a miniature story, and here are some of the greatest. From Oscar Wilde s unconventional method of using the mail to cycling enthusiast Reginald Bray s quest to post himself, Simon Garfield uncovers a host of stories that capture the enchantment of this irreplaceable art (with a supporting cast including Pliny the Younger, Ted Hughes, Virginia Woolf, Napoleon Bonaparte, Lewis Carroll, Jane Austen, David Foster Wallace and the Little Red-Haired Girl). There is also a brief history of the letter-writing guide, with instructions on when and when not to send fish as a wedding gift. And as these accounts unfold, so does the tale of a compelling wartime correspondence that shows how the simplest of letters can change the course of a life.

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The Adventures of Pipi the Pink Monkey - Carlo Collodi

Pipì isn⠙t like his four brothers or the other young monkeys living in the forest of Hullabaloo: he has bright-pink fur, a mischievous character and a rebellious streak that lands him into all sorts of scrapes. In this story, an expanded version of Collodi⠙s original tale, we see him lose his tail to an ancient crocodile, end up as a valet to a young master, fall into the hands of flying bandits and become emperor of a tribe of apes.Collodi wrote this story immediately after Pinocchio, and the little monkey⠙s adventures present clear similarities, both in terms of themes and characters, with his more celebrated masterpiece. This rediscovered gem of Italian literature, beautifully illustrated by Axel Scheffler and preserving all of Collodi⠙s trademark wit and linguistic crispness, will delight and enthral a new generation of children.

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Find the Duck at Christmas - Kate Nolan

It s Christmas, and the little yellow duck is hiding in all the cosy scenes in this magical board book. Very young children will love finding the duck and looking at the bright, simple illustrations, and the sturdy pages are ideal for little hands to hold.

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Poppy and Sam

Itâ ™s the end of a busy day on Apple Tree Farm. Join Poppy and Sam as they say goodnight to all the animals, including Woolly the sheep, Curly the pig and Daisy the cow. With touchy-feely patches, flaps to lift and the Little Yellow Duck to spot on every page, this charmingly illustrated book is perfect for sharing with little ones at bedtime.

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Find the Duck at Easter - Kate Nolan

Explore the charming spring scenes and have fun finding the Easter eggs and the little yellow duck on every page of this appealing board book. With its bright illustrations, simple text and sturdy pages, it s an ideal Easter gift for very young children.

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Degas: His Life and Works in 500 Images - Jon Kear

• A comprehensive new reference book on the life and works of the influential impressionist artist, Edgar Degas, acknowledged as one of the greatest masters of all time • Offers a fascinating account of the artist s life, education, artistic influences and legacy, set in context of the turbulent social and political times in which he lived • Features an extensive gallery of pastels, drawings, oil paintings, sketches and sculptures set in chronological order of completion and accompanied by an analysis of the style and content of each work • Lavishly illustrated with 500 photographs, which include all of Degas’ most well-known and much loved images, including ballet dancers, bathers, horse-racing scenes, café concerts, landscapes and portraits This sumptuous and informative new book provides a detailed exploration of Degas’ life and the times in which he lived, as well as featuring a gallery of 300 of his best known and most loved works, including oil paintings, sketches, drawings, pastels, monoprints and sculptures. The first section provides a narrative to his life, the influences that shaped his work, the themes that fascinated him and the development of his style.The second section contains images of ballet dancers, bathers, cafés, café concerts and scenes of horse-racing for which Degas is famed: subjects that depicted the lifestyles of the haute bourgeoisie as well as working class Parisians. About the Author Jon Kear is a lecturer in History and Philosophy of Art at the University of Kent. He has published widely on 19th and 20th-century European art, photography and film, with an emphasis on French culture, and also worked as a curator on several exhibitions. His specialisms include 19th-century French painting and the relationship between art and cinema. His published books include: Impressionism (2008) and Spectres of Painting: French Prints in the 19th Century (2007).

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Little Tree and the Wood Wide Web - Lucy Brownridge

Have you ever wondered if trees can communicate with each other? Well they can. Recently, scientists have discovered that forests communicate via underground networks of fungal threads knows as #39;the wood wide web #39;. In this picture book for young children, we meet a little fir tree sapling who is stretching her first leaves into a dark ancient forest full of huge trees. She feels very lonely and she can #39;t reach any light or water. Her worried feeling sinks down to the tips of her roots, which little does she know, are connected to the wood wide web. The fungal network sends her message all over the forest! little tree needs help! The message reaches mother trees who can #39;t spare the energy from their own little ones, others who are sick and can #39;t help but ultimately, one friendly paper birch tree helps her in her time of need. When the winter comes and birch tree needs help in return, the strong, not so little fir tree withe her evergreen leaves can come to the rescue. Our little tree learns that she is part of a loving, caring community, filled with family and kind strangers of entirely different species. She learns all the ways that there are to care and be cared for, and most importantly that she is not alone. After all, the forest is only as strong as its smallest tree. Trees can communicate using up to #39;50 words #39; and can send messages of distress, warn each other about incoming danger in the form of disease or pests, learn which trees are their parents and which are their offspring. If a tree is in danger, others can send spare sugars and water via the network and even sabotage trees they see as a threat. And they do it all via the wood wide web. This is a powerful book, that teaches children about a hugely important discovery in contemporary science, about a secret world beneath our feet and most importantly, about the strength that comes with asking for help, and discovering that you are not alone.

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Chicken Little and the Very Long Race - Sam Wedelich

If you like Mo Willems Pigeon, you ll love Sam Wedelichâ ™s Chicken Little! Hop along as she races the infamous Hare in this perfect springtime read.A CBC Childrenâ ™s and Young Adult Favorite A successful third hit for the real Chicken Little. â ” Kirkus Reviews Chicken Little dislikes competition. So when a marathonâ ”featuring local-record holder, Hare!â ”is announced in the barnyard, she doesn t understand all the fuss. Until she watches her brood fall beak over claw for the gamey Hare and ditch their training in favor of his smoothies, sweatbands, and sneakers! Can Chicken Little prove this frontrunner s methods are phony or will she have to wing it and join the very long race?The plucky star of Chicken Little: The Real and Totally True Tale and Chicken Little and the Big, Bad Wolf will have young readers laughing and cheering all the way to the finish line in this fresh and funny reimagining of a timeless favorite spun with sly wisdom.

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Little Miss Princess and the Pea - Adam Hargreaves

A wonderful retelling of the Princess and the Pea with your favourite Mr Men and Little Miss!When poor Little Miss Princess gets caught in a storm and her coach is stuck in the mud, she is very pleased to see the lights of a house in the distance. Unfortunately the house belongs to Mr Snooty, one of the rudest men in the world, and heâ ™s not at all convinced that Little Miss Princess is really a princess.Will Little Miss Princess be able to prove that she is indeed a princess? Perhaps the only way to prove it once and for all will be the famous pea under the mattresses.The Mr Men and Little Miss Magic series takes kids on a series of sparkling adventures where they meet some extraordinary characters including a dragon, an ogre, a mermaid, a princess, a fairy, pirates and many others.These colourful adventures will delight children of two years and upwards. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience.

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The Coffin Dancer - Jeffery Deaver

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Goodbye Man, discover Jeffery Deaver s chilling series that inspired the film starring Angelina Jolie and Denzel Washington, and is now a major NBC TV series. No one in the world does this kind of thing better than Deaver Lee ChildThe Coffin Dancer, America s most wanted hit man, is back with a bang. Hired by an infamous airline owner to take care of three witnesses before his trial, the Coffin Dancer begins by blowing up a pilot - and an entire plane along with him . . .Enter quadriplegic ex-cop Lincoln Rhyme, the man who can find forensic evidence to hang a man in the smallest debris, and his assistant Amelia Sachs. Despite the growing danger, their job is to keep the remaining two witnesses safe, and to track down the Coffin Dancer before he has chance to finish what he started.But as the first murder proved, this notorious serial killer is not easily stopped, and is more than happy to sacrifice anyone who tries to get in his way.The race is on . . . The best psychological thriller writer around The Times

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The Lady with the Little Dog and Other Stories, 1896-1904 - Chekhov Anton

The Lady with the Little Dog and Other Stories 1896-1904 is an enchanting collection of tales which showcase Anton Chekhov at the height of his power as a writer. This Penguin Classics edition is translated by Ronald Wilks with an introduction by Paul Debreczeny.In the final years of his life, Chekhov produced some of the stories that rank among his masterpieces, and some of the most highly-regarded works in Russian literature. The poignant The Lady with the Little Dog and About Love examine the nature of love outside of marriage - its romantic idealism and the fear of disillusionment. And in stories such as Peasants , The House with the Mezzanine and My Life Chekhov paints a vivid picture of the conditions of the poor and of their powerlessness in the face of exploitation and hardship. With the works collected here, Chekhov moved away from the realism of his earlier tales - developing a broader range of characters and subject matter, while forging the spare minimalist style that would inspire such modern short-story writers as Ernest Hemingway and William Faulkner.Ronald Wilks s translation is accompanied by an introduction in which Paul Debreczeny discusses the themes that Chekhov adopted in his mature work. This edition also includes a publishing history and notes for each story, a chronology and further reading.Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was born in Taganrog, a port on the sea of Azov. In 1879 he travelled to Moscow, where he entered the medical faculty of the university, graduating in 1884. During his university years, he supported his family by contributing humorous stories and sketches to magazines. He published his first volume of stories, Motley Tales, in 1886, and a year later his second volume In the Twilight, for which he received the Pushkin Prize. Today his plays, including Uncle Vanya, The Seagull, and The Cherry Orchard are recognised as masterpieces the world over. If you enjoyed The Lady with the Little Dog you might like Leo Tolstoy s The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories, also available in Penguin Classics.

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The Little Mermaid and Other Fairy Tales - Hans Andersen

Hans Christian Andersen is one of the world s most popular storytellers, and his fairy tales are among the best-loved works of literature. Readers the world over know his poignant tale of The Little Mermaid, who sacrifices everything for love, and Thumbelina, the miniscule maiden who captures the heart of many members of the animal kingdom. Several of Andersen s stories are so well known—among them The Emperor s New Clothes and The Ugly Duckling —that their titles alone have become meaningful figures of speech. nbsp;The Little Mermaid and Other Fairy Tales collects seventeen of Andersen s incomparable stories, among them The Princess and the Pea, The Red Shoes, The Wild Swans, and his fantasy masterpiece, The Snow-Queen. The book is illustrated in full color by W. Heath Robinson. nbsp;The Little Mermaid and Other Fairy Tales is one of Barnes amp; Noble s Collectible Editions classics. Each volume features authoritative texts by the world s greatest authors in an exquisitely designed foil-stamped binding, with distinctive gilt edging and an attract silk-ribbon bookmark. Decorative, durable, and collectible, these books offer hours of pleasure to readers young and old and are an indispensable cornerstone for any home library.

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Three Little Wolves And The Big Bad Pig - Trivizas Eugene

A subversive and hilarious spin on the well-loved fairy tale.The three little wolves erect first a solid brick house. The big bad pig comes along and when huffing and puffing fails to work, he uses a sledgehammer to bring the house down. Next they build a home of concrete: The pig demolishes it with his pneumatic drill. The three little wolves choose an even stronger design next time round: They erect a house, made of steel, barbed wire, armor plates and video entry system, but the pig finds a way to demolish it too. It is only when the wolves construct a rather fragile house made of cherry blossoms, daffodils, pink roses, and marigolds that the pig has a change of heart â ¦A great read for children who enjoyed The Wolf s Story by Toby Forward. Kids aged 5 and up will enjoy this hilarious, subversive and brilliant read aloud picture book. Eugene Trivizasâ ™s text for The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig is perfectly complemented by Helen Oxenburyâ ™s watercolour illustrations.Eugene Trivizas has written over 100 books and is the winner of more than twenty national and international prizes and awards. His work has been adapted for stage, screen and radio.Helen Oxenbury s warm and witty illustrations have charmed children and adults alike for many years. Her version of Alice in Wonderland, published by Walker Books, won the 2001 Kate Greenaway Award, which she first won in 1969 for The Quangle Wangle s Hat. She has also won the Smarties Book Prize three times.

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The Little Mermaid and Other Fairy Tales (MinaLima Edition) - Hans Christian Andersen

Featuring beloved characters such as the Little Mermaid, Thumbelina, and the Snow Queen, a deluxe full-color edition of Hans Christian Andersen s classic fairytales, illustrated with stunning drawings and interactive artwork from MinaLima, the award-winning design studio behind the graphics for the Harry Potter film franchise-the perfect companion for fans of the Disney live-action film The Little Mermaid which will include a mix of songs from Hamilton s Lin-Manuel Miranda and Alan Menken.Nearly two hundred years after its publication in 1837, Hans Christian Andersen s timeless fairytales continue to inspire young imaginations. This beautiful unabridged edition brings together many of the Danish writer s favorite stories that have become literary classics, including The Little Mermaid , Thumbelina , The Snow Queen , The Princess and the Pea , The Ugly Duckling , The Emperor s New Clothes , and more.The thirteen stories in The Little Mermaid and Other Fairy Tales are illustrated with specially commissioned artwork and ten exclusive interactive features including:A dial with six mermaidsA Duckling transforming into a swanMattresses that pull away to reveal a peaThe Snow Queen s palaceGorgeously designed, this keepsake illustrated edition-the fourth book in Harper Design s series of reimagined children s classics-will be treasured by readers of all ages for generations to come.

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Little Badman and the Rise of the Punjabi Zombies - Henry White, Humza Arshad

Time for another Little Badman adventure. This time, Humza, Umer and Wendy must face . . . THE UNDEAD.Welcome to Big School. Humza Khan - aka Little Badman, Eggington s greatest rapper - might have finally met his match.Evil teacher geniuses and giant killer hamsters (see previous Little Badman adventures for details) are nothing compared to starting a new school.He s already been out rap-battled by the school bully, laughed at by his classmates. Oh, and we haven t even mentioned the ancient magical orb causing havoc and very possibly leading to world destruction.At least Humza has found someone to help with his homework. It s just a shame this friend isn t exactly . . . alive. Praise for Little Badman and the Invasion of the Killer Aunties, one of The Guardian s 100 best holiday books for 2019 Wildly over the top and satisfying The Observer New Review Children s Book of the Month Microwaved pants and killer bees feature in this rib-aching comic caper, heightened with moments of real tenderness and heart. The Guardian A perfect read for Tom Gates fans: prepare for big belly laughs and great advice on how to be yourself. BookTrust

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The Bear, the Piano and Little Bear

The third and final book in the best-selling, award-winning ‘Bear and the Piano’ trilogy. The first book in the trilogy - The Bear and the Piano - has sold over 120,000 copies in the UK and won the Waterstones Children #39;s Book Prize, Illustrated Book Category for 2016 The Daily Mail - #39;Litchfield’s use of light is unequalled and this is a triumphant last movement in a great symphony.’ You probably remember the story of the bear who found the piano in the woods and grew up to become a huge star. He played his music in front of millions of adoring fans and all of his wildest dreams came true. But now, the audiences are smaller, the pianos less grand, and the applause is dying away. So Bear decides to retire. Back in the woods, he is sad that his dream is over but he soon has something to distract him: Little Bear! When Little Bear stumbles upon his piano in the woods, she can’t believe it when her father says that no one wants to hear his music anymore. So she comes up with a plan to prove him wrong.The final book in the award-winning, best-selling trilogy shows that while fame and fortune might be temporary, the best songs stay in your heart forever. **Don #39;t miss David Litchfield #39;s other books:The Bear and the Piano (1) The Bear, the Piano, The Dog and the Fiddle (2) The Bear, the Piano, and Little Bear #39;s Concert (3)Grandad #39;s Secret Giant Lights on Cotton Rock

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The Little Frog´s Guide to Self-Care: Affirmations, Self-Love and Life Lessons According to the Internet´s Beloved Mushroom Frog - Maybell Eequay

Hop into this uplifting little book, filled with positive affirmations on self-love and empowerment, as told by the internet s beloved mushroom frog Don t forget about the subtle magic that is happening all around you every day Meet the little frog! With its mushroom cap and endless collection of fabulous footwear, this adorable amphibian is here to be your new best friend. Whether you need an emotional boost, some friendly encouragement or an honest view on the world, the little frog will be your guide. Created by the California-based artist Maybell Eequay, this book is a perfect compassionate gift for yourself or others.Inside you will find:- Over 40 hand-drawn illustrations of the little frog- Beautiful life lessons and empowering reminders that it s okay to be gentle with yourself and to feel your feelings- A humorous, no-nonsense approach to positivityThese illustrations will fill your heart with love for yourself and others, and remind you that it s brave and wonderful of you to exist!

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The Little Mermaid and other tales from Hans Christian Andersen - Hans Christian Andersen, Neil Philip

The Little Mermaid is one of the most haunting love stories ever written. Its author, Hans Christian Andersen, is a master storyteller whose tales have withstood the test of time and have been shared across borders and languages. In this sparkling anthology 17 of his creations are enchantingly retold for children today by Neil Philip. Many of his most popular tales are here: The Tinderbox, The Emperor’s New Clothes, The Steadfast Tin Soldier and The Little Match Girl. Read about Little Ida who dared to dance at night with the flowers, the young prince who searched for a mysterious bell deep in the forest, and the very vain emperor who was cruelly tricked by wicked thieves. There are also some less-well known stories that will delight a new generation of children including Five Peas from the Same Pod, The Goblin at the Grocer’s, The Flying Trunk and The Beetle. Originally the son of a poor shoemaker, the secret of Andersen’s success is that he wrote his stories as if he were telling them to a child. None of the original magic has been lost in this joyful new edition, ideal to read aloud or for older readers to enjoy discovering by themselves. Delightfully illustrated with Isabelle Brent’s magical watercolours, lavishly embellished with gold decorations.

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Little Miss Splendid and the Princess - Adam Hargreaves

Another magical story in the Mr Men Little Miss Magic series!Little Miss Splendid is the most splendid character of all in Mr Men land, until a Princess moves in next door! Find out what happens when the two neighbours meet in this magical Little Miss story.The Mr Men and Little Miss Magic series takes kids on a series of sparkling adventures where they meet some extraordinary characters including a dragon, an ogre, a mermaid, a princess, a fairy, pirates and many others.These colourful adventures will delight children of two years and upwards. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience.

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The Three Little Misses and the Big Bad Wolf - Adam Hargreaves

The big bad wolf is no match for these rather clever three little misses!Little Miss Bad, Little Miss Trouble and Little Miss Naughty team up in this funny story.The Mr Men and Little Miss Magic series takes kids on a series of sparkling adventures where they meet some extraordinary characters including a dragon, an ogre, a mermaid, a princess, a fairy, pirates and many others.These colourful adventures will delight children of two years and upwards. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience.

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The Paris Dancer - Nicola Rayner

Paris, 1938.Annie Mayer arrives in France with dreams of becoming a ballerina. But when the war reaches Paris, she s forced to keep her Jewish heritage a secret. Then a fellow dancer offers her a lifeline: a ballroom partnership that gives her a new identity.Together, Annie and her partner captivate audiences across occupied Europe, using her newfound fame and alias to aid the Resistance. New York, 2012. Miriam, haunted by her past, travels from London to New York to settle her great-aunt Esther’s estate.Among Esther’s belongings, she discovers notebooks detailing a secret family history and the story of a brave dancer who risked everything to help Jewish families during the war. As Miriam uncovers Esther’s life in Europe, she realises the story has been left for her to finish. Grappling with loss and the possibility of new love, Miriam must find the strength to reconcile her past and embrace her future.

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Little Badman and the Game of Nightmares - Henry White, Humza Arshad

Virtual reality takes on a new meaning in the next laugh-out-loud Little Badman adventure. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Planet Omar.Humzaâ ™s life finally feels . . . normal. Aliens arenâ ™t trying to kill him, zombies arenâ ™t trying to eat him, there are no crazy spy missions on the horizon and certainly no mutant hamsters. So why does he still feel stressed? Enter Aisha Mariam Shah a.k.a the girl Humza is desperate to impress.To get Aishaâ ™s attention, Humza enters the science fair with his friends Wendy and Umer, and it soon looks like they have a real shot at winning. But Alan, their jealous classmate, has other ideas. He has his eyes on Aisha and the science fair prize too, and heâ ™s determined to halt his nemeses in their tracks.Using his invention, Alan traps the friends in a simulation. The only way to escape? Through a series of nightmare video game challenges. Luckily Humza is an expert gamer . . . or so he thought. Might teamwork hold the answer this time?Praise for Little Badman and the Invasion of the Killer Aunties Wildly over the top and satisfying The Observer New Review Children s Book of the Month Microwaved pants and killer bees feature in this rib-aching comic caper, heightened with moments of real tenderness and heart. The Guardian A perfect read for Tom Gates fans: prepare for big belly laughs and great advice on how to be yourself. BookTrust

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Little Lim and the Golden Treasure - Frann Preston-Gannon

Nestled between the pink morning sky and the sparkling sea lies a small green island where our story begins . . .Limpet Pebble is a true explorer. So when Tidepool, her little town nestled within a rockpool, organises a Young Explorers competition, Little Lim knows she must win! With the help of her best friend Kai, she sets out to find the most unique shell to submit and prove her worth as an explorer.But with only hours until sunset, Little Lim struggles to find the perfect one. That is until she reads the legend of a long-lost golden shell . . . Can Little Lim discover the truth behind the story in time to be crowned the best Young Explorer?Beautifully combining facts about our natural world with the magic of the rockpoolers, this book is perfect for fans of HILDA and MOOMIN.

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Little Badman and the Time-travelling Teacher of Doom - Henry White, Humza Arshad

*Little Badman and friends return in a second hilarious and action-packed adventure, for fans of David Baddiel and David Walliams*Praise for Little Badman and the Invasion of the Killer Aunties: Wildly over the top and satisfying The Observer New Review Children s Book of the Month This book is bonkers but proper funny- it s Drake meets James Bond Match of the Day Magazine________ You ve probably heard of me, right? Little Badman. No? Oh. Well . . . doesn t Matter. You will do one day. I m gonna be big. I m Humza Khan, the greatest eleven-year-old rapper Eggington ever had. I ve also faced deadly alien slugs, killer aunties and double maths. But now, I (and my best friend Umer I guess) face something even scarier - my dad! He s pretty fed up with us being naughty, so he s sending us away . . . to school. But this is not ordinary school. This is a special summer school in Pakistan, and man something weird is going on - someone has been messing with time!I may have to save the world again . . .

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Madeleine the Little Pike and a rainbow ball ()

Audiokniha MP3 - autor Jan Opatřil, čte Nikki Fortova Madeleine the Little Pike and her journey to find friendsObtížnost četby A2. Pro děti ve věku 6-9 let, mírně pokročilí. Knihu čte rodilý mluvčí. Hlas je doplněn krásnými hudebními melodiemi. Pohádkový příběh se šťastným koncem.Madeleine the Little Pike is a rascal. She gets her teeth into anything that moves and is responsibly getting ready for the lonely life of a water predator. One day, her mum got caught by a fisherman. Madeleine is left alone and starts to crave friends. But how can she find friends when she has such sharp teeth and everyone is afraid of her. Madeleine sets off for a journey across the lake and realises that she will first have to change herself to find friends.But is it at all possible for a predacious pike to befriend her prey? What is she to eat then? And what is the role of the rainbow ball in the story? The story of Madeleine the Little Pike will gladden your heart. If you like...

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Madeleine the Little Pike and a rainbow ball (978-80-906701-9-8)

Kniha - autor Jan Opatřil, 48 stran, anglicky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá Madeleine the Little Pike is a rascal. She gets her teeth into anything that moves and is responsibly getting ready for the lonely life of a water predator. One day, her mum got caught by a fisherman. Madeleine is left alone and starts to crave friends. But how can she find friends when she has such sharp teeth and everyone is afraid of her. Madeleine sets off for a journey across the lake and realises that she will first have to change herself to find friends. But is it at all possible for a predacious pike to befriend her prey? What is she to eat then? And what is the role of the rainbow ball in the story? The story of Madeleine the Little Pike will gladden your heart. And thanks to wonderful illustrations, you will feel as if you yourself were under the water. If you like nature, fish and happy endings, this book is the right one for you.

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Madeleine the Little Pike and a rainbow ball - Jan Opatřil

Madeleine the Little Pike is a rascal. She gets her teeth into anything that moves and is responsibly getting ready for the lonely life of a water predator. One day, her mum got caught by a fisherman. Madeleine is left alone and starts to crave friends. But how can she find friends when she has such sharp teeth and everyone is afraid of her. Madeleine sets off for a journey across the lake and realises that she will first have to change herself to find friends. But is it at all possible for a predacious pike to befriend her prey? What is she to eat then? And what is the role of the rainbow ball in the story? The story of Madeleine the Little Pike will gladden your heart. And thanks to wonderful illustrations, you will feel as if you yourself were under the water. If you like nature, fish and happy endings, this book is the right one for you.

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