delphie and the magic ballet shoes darcey bussellova

Prima Ballerina Darcey Bussell takes you on a captivating journey to a faraway land of ballet and magic, the wonderful world of Enchantia! The first of a sparkly new series for all young girls who dream of being a ballerina, or simply love to danceâ ¦Delphieâ ™s greatest dream is to become a ballerina, and she can t quite believe it when she is invited to join the new ballet school. But there s more to Madame Zarakova s than it at first seems and with the help of some very special ballet shoes, Delphie finds herself spinning into a whole new worldâ ¦

Objev podobné jako Delphie and the Magic Ballet Shoes - Darcey Bussellová

Delphie s magic red shoes are suddenly feeling too tight, and she really doesn t want to give them up! But before she has time to worry, her friends in Enchantia need her help. King Rat is trying to spoil the Queen s birthday show; can Delphie help undo his mischief?

Objev podobné jako Delphie and the Birthday Show - Darcey Bussellová

A magical adventure about a girl, a bear and some very special shoes from the bestselling creators of What the Ladybird Heard and Sugarlump and the Unicorn.When Josephine leaves the shoe shop after buying some new running shoes, she hears an unusual sound â “ Click-click! Click-click! A bear with a backpack is following her! Luckily for Josephine, her new shoes are anything but ordinary â “ these are magic shoes. But can they help her escape the bear when there s a mountain, a bog and even a lake in her way?The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes is an exciting adventure from the stellar picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard. Full of action and imagination, and with a delightfully unexpected ending, this gorgeous book is one to enjoy over and over again.Enjoy more stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: The Princess and the Wizard, The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn, What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next and What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday.

Objev podobné jako The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes - Julia Donaldsonová

A magical adventure about a girl, a bear and some very special shoes from the bestselling creators of What the Ladybird Heard and Sugarlump and the Unicorn. Full of action and imagination, and with a delightfully unexpected ending, this gorgeous book is one to enjoy over and over again.When Josephine leaves the shoe shop after buying some new running shoes, she hears an unusual sound â “ Click-click! Click-click! It s a bear with a backpack! Luckily for Josephine, her new shoes are anything but ordinary â “ these are magic shoes. But can they help her escape the bear when there s a mountain, a bog and even a lake in her way?The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes is an exciting adventure from the stellar picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. Enjoy more of their stories with Sharing a Shell, The Singing Mermaid, and The Rhyming Rabbit.

Objev podobné jako The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes - Julia Donaldsonová

Meet Isadora Moon s mermaid friend, Emerald! Emerald is learning how to be a mermaid princess, but there are just so many rules. She loves having fun with her friends and exploring her underwater world with her pet octopus, Inkibelle, she doesn t want to be stuck in the palace with everyone looking at her and checking that she s doing things the proper, royal way.In Emerald and the Magic Shell, Emerald goes on a camping holiday with her mum, stepdad King Auster, and stepsister Delphine. But it isn t like the camping trips Emerald used to take with her dad when she was little. King Auster uses his magic shell at every opportunity to make the trip more luxurious. Emerald is determined to do camping properly, without magic, but when she wakes up in the night feeling cold, she decides to use the shell after all-to disastrous effect! Illustrated throughout in sea green and black, Emerald is perfect for readers who are looking for a first chapter book with a splash of wildness and wonder.

Objev podobné jako Emerald and the Magic Shell - Harriet Muncaster

Rediscover the Battle of Hogwarts as seen in the Harry Potter films in this beautiful book, complete with an invisible ink pen with UV light (shaped like the Elder Wand), foldout pages, and fun movie trivia! The Battle of Hogwarts has long been revered as one of the most iconic events in the cinematic history of the Wizarding World. Now fans can rediscover the magic of the Harry Potter films and the wondrous, epic battle that ended the Second Wizarding War - and Voldemort - for good. Discover more about the spells, enchantments, skirmishes, and duels that led up to the Battle of Hogwarts. Which spells were used in the Battle of the Department of Mysteries? What enchantments did the Death Eaters employ during the Skirmish at Malfoy Manor? Whose change of heart - the most powerful magic of all - helped turn the tides? In this book, you ll also learn amazing behind-the-scenes facts about the making of the Harry Potter films. It all comes with a replica of the Elder Wand.

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The fourth book in the magical Starfell series, starring misfit witch Willow Moss. Perfect for readers of 8+ and beautifully illustrated throughout by Sarah Warburton. Willow Moss and the Lost Day was selected as Waterstones Book of the Month.Starfell is on the edge of disaster. The fight against Silas, the wizard determined to steal all magic for himself, is far from over – but how can Willow make a difference when her powers have been taken?With the help of her friends, the young witch sets off to the treacherous Mountains of Nach. There, she hopes to find the Craegun, a powerful beast believed to restore anything that has been lost – for a heavy price. The mission is fraught with danger, but there’s no turning back . . . or the magic of Willow’s world will be lost forever.The epic fourth adventure in the Starfell series is a powerful celebration of kindness, resilience and equality.

Objev podobné jako Starfell: Willow Moss and the Magic Thief - Dominique Valente

In this book, I share with you an alternative to the â ˜schoolâ ™ of today. A way of creating the conditions for you to go on an adventure with children. Education should not be a predetermined journey with map already drawn, with no ability to leave the path or pause. It should be a co-adventure. This co-adventure can only take place when we take the first step into the unknown. This can feel daunting and can open us up to questions and uncertainty. However, once we do take that first step, an adventure lies ahead like no other â “ an adventure so magical that it can and will change everything. And the reason that this adventure is so special is that it will take you into the very soul of children and of yourself. In these pages, I offer you an invitation. It comes from my head and heart to speak to yours. It is not didactic. It is a way to create the conditions for the magic of children to thrive. - Greg

Objev podobné jako School and the Magic of Children - Greg Bottrill

A beautifully illustrated ode to the power of music. Wolfgang the Wolf dreams of starting a band. Without a second thought he places an advert, and to his great surprise Rex the Rabbit appears, a rocker with a fabulous voice. The Big Bads group was born. They are an immediate hit, and their fans come to listen from all over the forest. But Wolfgangâ ™s wolfish taste for rabbits is never far awayâ ¦ Wolfgang and the Magic of Music is a sweet tale of an unlikely friendship, and the power of singing to bring everyone together.

Objev podobné jako Wolfgang and the Magic of Music - Didier Levy

Wolfgang the wolf dreams of starting a band. Without a second thought he places an ad, and to his great surprise, Rex the rabbit appears, a rocker with a fabulous voice. The Big Bads are born. They are an immediate hit, and their fans come to listen from all over the forest. But WolfgangÂ’s wolfish taste for rabbits is never far away . . .Wolfgang and the Magic of Music

Objev podobné jako Wolfgang and the Magic of Music - Didier Levy

Sang Kancil is a small but clever animal called a mouse deer who uses his intelligence to outwit other animals in the jungle who are bigger and stronger than he is! In this story, Sang Kancil is chased by a hungry tiger. Can Sang Kancil trick his way to safety and avoid becoming the tiger s next meal?Through simple text and striking illustrations, Sang Kancil and the Magic Belt is a perfect introduction to one of the most popular characters in Malaysian folklore.

Objev podobné jako Sang Kancil and the Magic Belt - Rahimidin Zahari

Ali is sure that he will have the best show-and-tell in the class - his magic tricks! But Ali gets flustered when one after another, his tricks all fail. How can he overcome his embarrassment? Sometimes, a magician just needs a little help!Ali the Great, by Yasmin author Saadia Faruqi, is a charming chapter book series about Ali Tahir and his multi-generational Pakistani-origin family. Ali’s big ideas will resonate with young readers who believe that every problem has a creative solution - you just have to find it!

Objev podobné jako Ali the Great and the Magic Trick Fix - Saadia Faruqi

The magical and brilliantly funny adventures of everyoneâ ™s favourite flat boy â “ Flat Stanley. With wonderful new illustrations by the award-winning author/illustrator Rob Biddulph.Magical things always happen to Stanley Lambchop â ¦Stanley canâ ™t believe it when he finds a genie inside a teapot. He can have anything he wants!But everyone else wants a turn â “ and the wishes are causing chaos! Can he put things right before he runs out of wishes?Jeff Brownâ ™s world-famous character Flat Stanley continues to charm half a century after he first found his way into print.Jeff Brown was a story editor and assistant film producer in Hollywood. He worked on the at The New Yorker and the Saturday Evening Post, and his stories appeared in these magazines and many others. Jeff created the classic character Flat Stanley, whose adventures have been beloved by children around the world for more than 50 years. He died in Manhattan in 2003.Rob Biddulph is a bestselling and award-winning childrenâ ™s book author and illustrator. He won the Waterstones Childrenâ ™s Book Prize for Blown Away and was nominated for the Kate Greenaway medal for GRRRRR! His other books include Odd Dog Out (Aug 2016) and Sunk! (March 2017).

Objev podobné jako Stanley and the Magic Lamp - Jeff Brown

The latest action-packed adventure from our indomitable Gauls, Asterix and the Griffin, is out now! Cacofonix s tuneless singing always makes it rain - which is just what they want in Rajah Watzit s distant Eastern kingdom. The guru Hoodunnit has threatened to end a terrible drought by sacrificing lovely Princess Orinjade. Can the Gauls, flown in on the fakir Watziznehm s magic carpet, rescue her? The bard s finest hour has come.

Objev podobné jako Asterix: Asterix and The Magic Carpet - Albert Uderzo

LP vinyl - Rozšířená vinylová reedice sedmé řadové desky, kterou Captain Beefheart nahrál s The Magic Band. Album původně vyšlo v roce 1972. Rozšířená vinylová reedice sedmé řadové desky, kterou Captain Beefheart nahrál s The Magic Band. Album původně vyšlo v roce 1972. Legendární americký hudebník, zpěvák a skladatel je dobře známý i v tuzemsku. Jeho hudba je eklektickou směsí ovlivněnou rockem, blues, psychedilií i avantgardou. Proslulá je jeho spolupráce s Frankem Zappou, s nímž ho pojilo vřelé přátelství. Rok vydání : 1997 (7.album) Rok reedice : 2022 Seznam stop LP1 Low Yo Yo Stuff / Nowadays a Woman #039;s Gotta Hit a Man / Too Much Time / Circumstances / My Head Is My Only House Unless It Rains / Sun Zoom Spark / Clear Spot / Crazy Little Thing / Long Neck Bottles / Her Eyes Are a Blue Million Miles / Big Eyed Beans from Venus / Golden Birdies LP2 Nowadays a Woman #039;s Gotta Hit a Man (Early Mix) / Clear Spot (Rough Mix) [Instrumental] / Crazy...

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‘Full of Hoffman’s bewitching and lucid prose and vivid characters, The Book of Magic is ultimately about the very human magic of family and love and actions that echo through generations… it casts a spell’ —Matt HaigTHE STUNNING, UNFORGETTABLE CONCLUSION TO THE BELOVED PRACTICAL MAGIC SERIES For centuries, the Owens family has been cursed in matters of love. When beloved aunt Jet Owens hears the sound of the deathwatch beetle, she knows that it is a signal. She has finally discovered the secret to breaking the curse, but time is running out. She has only seven days to live. Unaware of the family’s witchcraft lineage and all it entails, one of the young sisters of the new Owens generation has fallen in love. As the curse strikes once again, her love’s fate hangs in the balance, spurring three generations of Owens to venture back to where it all began and use their gifts to break the spell that has marked all their lives. But doing so threatens to destroy everything the family has fought so hard to protect. How much will they give up for the greatest gift of all? #39;This page-turning Atlantic-crossing caper is, above all, a paean to family love... These fast fairytales for grown-ups are full of enchanting comfort – more escapist than curse #39; —Sunday Times #39;A satisfying tale springs from a slow beginning, packing in escapist fable, real-world savvy and incidents galore #39; —Mail on Sunday #39;Delightfully witchy... Alluring on its own, it #39;s also a satisfying end to a timeless saga #39; —New York Times Book ReviewPRAISE for ALICE HOFFMAN ‘Beautiful, harrowing, a major contribution to twenty-first century literature’Toni Morrison ‘I am still reeling from The Dovekeepers – from the history Alice Hoffman illuminates, from the language she uses to bring these women to life. This novel is a testament to the human spirit and to love rising from the ashes of war. But most of all, this novel is one that will never be forgotten by a reader.’Jodi Picoult ‘In her remarkable new novel, Alice Hoffman holds a mirror to our ancient past as she explores the contemporary themes of sexual desire, women’s solidarity in the face of strife, and the magic that’s quietly present in our day-to-day living. Put The Dovekeepers at the pinnacle of Hoffman’s extraordinary body of work. I was blown away.’Wally Lamb ‘Alice Hoffman takes seemingly ordinary lives and lets us see and feel extraordinary things.’Amy Tan ‘Miss Hoffman heals wounds with the gentle touch of an angel’Joseph Heller #39;Oh, what a book this is! Hoffman’s exploration of the world of good and evil, and the constant contest between them, is unflinching; and the humanity she brings to us – it is a glorious experience. #39;Elizabeth Strout

Objev podobné jako The Book of Magic - Alice Hoffman

An adapted, easy-to-read edition of The Three Princes and the Magic Carpet - with engaging illustrations throughout.

Objev podobné jako Arabian Nights: The Three Princes and the Magic Carpet (Easy Classics) - Sweet Cherry Publishing

‘Full of Hoffman’s bewitching and lucid prose and vivid characters, The Book of Magic is ultimately about the very human magic of family and love and actions that echo through generations… it casts a spell’ —Matt HaigTHE STUNNING, UNFORGETTABLE CONCLUSION TO THE BELOVED PRACTICAL MAGIC SERIES For centuries, the Owens family has been cursed in matters of love. When beloved aunt Jet Owens hears the sound of the deathwatch beetle, she knows that it is a signal. She has finally discovered the secret to breaking the curse, but time is running out. She has only seven days to live. Unaware of the family’s witchcraft lineage and all it entails, one of the young sisters of the new Owens generation has fallen in love. As the curse strikes once again, her love’s fate hangs in the balance, spurring three generations of Owens to venture back to where it all began and use their gifts to break the spell that has marked all their lives. But doing so threatens to destroy everything the family has fought so hard to protect. How much will they give up for the greatest gift of all? #39;This page-turning Atlantic-crossing caper is, above all, a paean to family love... These fast fairytales for grown-ups are full of enchanting comfort – more escapist than curse #39; —Sunday Times #39;A satisfying tale springs from a slow beginning, packing in escapist fable, real-world savvy and incidents galore #39; —Mail on Sunday #39;Delightfully witchy... Alluring on its own, it #39;s also a satisfying end to a timeless saga #39; —New York Times Book ReviewPRAISE for ALICE HOFFMAN ‘Beautiful, harrowing, a major contribution to twenty-first century literature’Toni Morrison ‘I am still reeling from The Dovekeepers – from the history Alice Hoffman illuminates, from the language she uses to bring these women to life. This novel is a testament to the human spirit and to love rising from the ashes of war. But most of all, this novel is one that will never be forgotten by a reader.’Jodi Picoult ‘In her remarkable new novel, Alice Hoffman holds a mirror to our ancient past as she explores the contemporary themes of sexual desire, women’s solidarity in the face of strife, and the magic that’s quietly present in our day-to-day living. Put The Dovekeepers at the pinnacle of Hoffman’s extraordinary body of work. I was blown away.’Wally Lamb ‘Alice Hoffman takes seemingly ordinary lives and lets us see and feel extraordinary things.’Amy Tan ‘Miss Hoffman heals wounds with the gentle touch of an angel’Joseph Heller #39;Oh, what a book this is! Hoffman’s exploration of the world of good and evil, and the constant contest between them, is unflinching; and the humanity she brings to us – it is a glorious experience. #39;Elizabeth Strout

Objev podobné jako The Book of Magic - Alice Hoffman

Everyone s favourite little dancer, Ella Bella Ballerina, steps into an enchanted toyshop in this magical ballet adventure. Discover a world of fairytale toymakers and dancing dolls in in this beautiful introduction to classic ballet, La Boutique Fantastique. With a sparkling foiled cover and exquisitely detailed illustrations, this is the perfect gift for all would-be ballerinas. Look out for the other books in the series:Ella Bella and A Midsummer Night s DreamElla Bella Ballerina and Swan LakeElla Bella Ballerina and Cinderella Ella Bella Ballerina and The Sleeping BeautyElla Bella Ballerina and The Nutcracker

Objev podobné jako Ella Bella Ballerina and the Magic Toyshop - Mayhew James

One rainy day, Sylvester finds a magic pebble that can make all his wishes come true. But when a lion frightens him on his way home, Sylvester makes a wish with unexpected consequences. Will Sylvester find his way back to his family? Winner of the 1970 Caldecott Medal, this modern classic is full of warmth, humour and joy.

Objev podobné jako Sylvester and the Magic Pebble - William Steig

Cacofonix s tuneless singing always makes it rain - which is just what they want in Rajah Watzit s distant Eastern kingdom. The guru Hoodunnit has threatened to end a terrible drought by sacrificing lovely Princess Orinjade. Can the Gauls, flown in on the fakir Watziznehm s magic carpet, rescue her? The bard s finest hour has come.

Objev podobné jako Asterix: Asterix and The Magic Carpet - Albert Uderzo

An adapted, easy-to-read edition of Aladdin and the Magic Lamp - with engaging illustrations throughout.

Objev podobné jako Arabian Nights: Aladdin and the Magic Lamp (Easy Classics) - Sweet Cherry Publishing

Step into The Botanical Shoes, a whimsical, watercolour collection of fantastical footwear, by best-selling artist and author Billy Showell. Each shoe, composed of vibrant blooms and delicate leaves, and accompanied by thought-provoking poetry and prose, invites you on a journey of the imagination. Discover a sumptuous and inspiring art book in which nature s beauty blossoms into stunning footwear. This captivating collection of watercolour artworks showcases over 50 floral footwear designs. Each delicate shoe, crafted from astonishingly detailed flowers, leaves and botanical elements tells a story of dreams, journeys and the magic of imagination ⠓ from the elegant Frida , the Rhododendron Rose Shoe, to the striking beauty of Luna , the Tulip Night Shoe. From floral high heels to botanical boots, each piece in this collection of over 50 singular shoes is a testament to the power of creativity and the boundless inspiration found in nature. A work of art in itself, you ll want to keep this remarkable book close to hand: you ll find delicate new details and inspiring touches of Billy s imagination every time you open its pages.

Objev podobné jako The Botanical Shoes - Billy Showell

The Read + Play series of books help children nurture a lifelong love for reading and learning through the power of play. With each story, children are guided through various Read and Play elements to immerse them in the story world experience. Start your child on an enriching journey of learning withRead + Play today!

Objev podobné jako Read + Play Social Skills Bundle 2 Abbie Rose and the Magic Suitcase: I Trapped a Dolphin but It Really Wasnâ

Salute the Dark is the fourth book in the critically acclaimed epic fantasy series Shadows of the Apt by Adrian Tchaikovsky, winner of the Arthur C. Clarke Award. As spymaster Stenworld makes a stand in his home city, others must chose where their loyalties lie. All must face the end of days . . .The mighty Wasp armies are on the march. And with war imminent, spymaster Stenwold must finally separate allies from false friends. He knows the Empire wonâ ™t stop until its flag hangs over Collegium, Stenwold s home city. Tisamon the Weaponsmaster favours a more direct strategy â “ facing the Wasp Emperor himself, with a blade in his hand. Heâ ™d be abandoning both friends and family to do so. Yet is he driven by honour, or being manipulated by something far more sinister?With the Shadow Box in his possession at last, Uctebri can begin his dark ritual. The Wasp-kindenâ ™s Emperor believes this will grant him immortality. However, Uctebri has his own plans â “ for the Emperor and the Empire.Salute the Dark is followed by the fifth book in the Shadows of the Apt series, The Scarab Path.

Objev podobné jako Salute the Dark - Adrian Tchaikovsky

Continue the journey through the Dark Coil with this fantastic Warhammer 40,000 Omnibus from Black Library. Contents The Reverie (Novel) by Peter Fehervari The Crown of Thorns (Short story) by Peter Fehervari The Sins of My Brothers (Short story) by Peter Fehervari The Thirteenth Psalm (Short story) by Peter Fehervari Nightbleed (Short story) by Peter Fehervari Nightshift Nineteen (Short story) by Peter Fehervari Requiem Infernal (Novel) by Peter Fehervari Aria Arcana (Short story) by Peter Fehervari The Walker in Fire (Short story) by Peter Fehervari Nightfall (Short story) by Peter FehervariOn the surface, the galaxy’s finest warriors ward against the dark forces that plague humanity, but emerging cracks are everywhere. Chaos festers within the sprawling web of the Dark Coil, and xenos threats grow ever stronger.In The Reverie, the Angels Resplendent reckon with an ancient sin that poisons their Chapter, and their story unfolds in crisis and conspiracy. When Astra Militarum survivors reach a sanctuary world in Requiem Infernal, the Adepta Sororitas must fight malign forces which stir in their wake. Delve into the darkness within Fehervari’s short stories, where the Night Lords enact a bloody ritual, a hive world is beset with mysterious peril and a Salamanders Firedrake burns with righteous fury as part of a Deathwatch kill-team.A master of the horror at the heart of Warhammer 40,000, Peter Fehervari explores the deepest recesses of both the mind and the stars in this Dark Coil collection.

Objev podobné jako The Dark Coil: Ascension - Peter Fehervari

A beautifully illustrated ode to reading, and in particular to reading aloud. Morris is a cat with a clever plan. Instead of chasing mice, heâ ™s going to make them come to him. And how will he do that? By reading them STORIES. But little does Morris realise that his brilliant scheme wonâ ™t work out quite the way he expects...

Objev podobné jako Morris and the Magic of Stories - Didier Levy

A pansexual bloodmage reluctantly teams up with an undead spirit to start a rebellion among the living and the dead, in this dark young adult fantasy by A.M. Strickland, author of Beyond the Black Door.She loves a princess. She s bound to a warrior. She must betray them both.In Thanopolis, those gifted with magic are assigned undead spirits to guard them-and control them. Ever since Rovan s father died trying to keep her from this fate, she s hidden her magic. But when she accidentally reveals her powers, she s bound to a spirit and thrust into a world of palace intrigue and deception.Desperate to escape, Rovan finds herself falling for two people she can t fully trust: Lydea, a beguiling, rebellious princess; and Ivrilos, a handsome spirit with the ability to control Rovan, body and soul.Together, they uncover a secret that will destroy Thanopolis. To save them all, Rovan will have to start a rebellion in both the mortal world and the underworld, and find a way to trust the princess and spirit battling for her heart - if she doesn t betray them first.

Objev podobné jako In the Ravenous Dark - A.M. Strickland

A heartfelt, magical middle grade adventure—inspired by Korean folklore and set in modern-day Seoul—about sisterhood and belonging, perfect for fans of Kelly Yang and Janae Marks.What if an ancient ink brush, oceans away in Korea, could unlock long-buried family secrets? It’s finally summer break, and twelve-year-old Yumi is headed to Korea with her older sister, Minji, for the very first time. She can’t wait to explore the city of Seoul together—but Minji has other plans. The moment they land, Minji ditches Yumi to hang out with their cousins, who are more fashionable, better at soccer, and all-around cooler than Yumi. Lost and alone, Yumi is stuck at home painting with her grandfather. Everything changes when she finds an intriguing ink brush in a neighborhood art shop—and accidentally summons a creature straight out of her grandfather’s retellings of Korean fairy tales. With a new friend by her side and an ink brush that has the power to bring anything she paints to life, Yumi feels unstoppable. From bustling street markets and ancient palaces to riding the subway, Yumi and her friend explore everything Seoul has to offer. But when the magic takes a dark turn, Yumi must dig deep to hear her own voice and protect the family she loves—even if they don’t always understand each other.

Objev podobné jako A Brush with Magic - Flora Ahn

A romantic journey through forty captivating gardens lost to time. All over the world, once-flourishing horticultural spaces have been abandoned and forgotten. From the once-crumbling grandeur of the Villa d’Este and the magic of the Lost Gardens of Heligan, to the sculptural surrealism of Las Pozas and the colourful rebirth of Le Jardin Majorelle, there are countless gardens around the world with fascinating stories to tell. Author and journalist Sandra Lawrence takes readers on a tour of 40 horticultural gems from around the world that have been lost either through neglect, abandonment or destruction. Many have been consigned to history, never to be seen again, while others have been revived and restored by the care and dedication of new owners and communities. These marvels of horticulture take many forms: stately homes, floating allotments, roof gardens and more. But all of them have one thing in common: the romance of paradise lost. Featuring one bespoke illustration of each garden by renowned artist Lucille Clerc, this book is a written celebration of our love of nature, and the importance of keeping these oases of green alive and well – if not in reality, then at least on the page. These charming gardens are brought back to life, including: The Lost Gardens of Heligan, England Las Pozas, Mexico Le Jardin Majorelle, Morocco The Garden of Dreams, Nepal Villa d’Este, Italy Paleis Het Loo, Netherlands Crowninshield Garden, USA Discover the remarkable stories behind the creation, decline and occasional rebirth of these astonishing spaces, and meet the people and societies that first created and enjoyed them. The perfect gift for garden lovers, armchair travellers and cultural enthusiasts.

Objev podobné jako Lost Gardens of the World - Lawrence Sandra

Absolutely unforgettable READER REVIEW Unlike anything I ve ever read before READER REVIEWTHE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLEROn a mysterious island where crime does not exist, a seemingly impossible murder has been committedâ ¦. Can you join together with a very unlikely amateur detective to solve the Last Murder at the End of the World?The small group of villagers who live on the tiny island lead simple, but happy lives. There is no world beyond their shores, but theyâ ™re content with what they have. Only Emory feels frustrated. Unlike everyone else on the island she doesnâ ™t yet seem to have a purpose. All she seems to be good at is asking questions.But then one of the scientists who guides the villagers is found murdered and as there has never been a crime before, there is no detective to call on. There is only Emory and her gift for asking questions. So now Emory must explore every inch of her island â “ from the cliffs to the jungles, from sandy beaches to the very top of the mountain â “ to find clues that apparently donâ ™t exist. How can she solve a mystery on an island where no one lies but thereâ ™s still no way to find the culprit? An absolute blast BENJAMIN STEVENSON I loved it C. J. TUDOR Wildly inventive M. W. CRAVEN Believe the hype ALICE BELL Extraordinary WILL DEANReaders love The Last Murder at the End of the World: Mind-bending Absolutely loved it Captivating Thrillingly fast-paced New favourite book Another masterpiece Unique Explosive Still shocked by the ending Wonderfully imaginative FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE SEVEN DEATHS OF EVELYN HARDCASTLE AND THE DEVIL AND THE DARK WATERAn Observer Thriller of the MonthThe Last Murder at the End of the World was No. 1 in the Sunday Times Hardback Fiction chart w/e 30th March 2024

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Four stunning tales of friendship, adventure and the magic of the natural world from multi-award-winning author Hannah Gold, illustrated by Levi Pinfold. Perfect for readers aged 8+.THE LAST BEARWinner of the 2022 Blue Peter Book Award Winner of the 2022 Waterstones Children s Book Prize Shortlisted for Children s Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2022 Shortlisted for the Indie Book Awards 2022⠙This is an important first novel, important for us, for polar bears, for the planet. It is deeply moving, beautifully told, quite unforgettable⠙ Michael MorpurgoThere are no polar bears left on Bear Island. At least, that⠙s what April⠙s father tells her when his scientific research takes them to this remote Arctic outpost for six months. But one endless summer night, April meets one. He is starving, lonely and a long way from home. Determined to save him, April begins the most important journey of her life ⠦This moving story will win the hearts of children the world over and show them that no one is too young or insignificant to make a difference. The Last Bear is a celebration of the love between a child and an animal, a battle cry for our world and an irresistible adventure with a heart as big as a bear⠙s.THE LOST WHALEWinner of the Edward Stanford Children⠙s Travel Book of the Year 2023Shortlisted for BAMB Indie Book Awards for Children s Fiction 2023⠘An irresistible ocean-loving yarn⠙ The TimesTheir bond could set them free ⠦Rio has been sent to live with a grandmother he barely knows in California, while his mum is in hospital. All Rio wants is for Mum to get better so he can return home. But everything changes when he joins a whale-watching trip and meets White Beak, a gentle giant of the sea. Rio forms an instant bond with the whale, and for the first time in ages he feels a spark of hope. Then White Beak goes missing and Rio may be the only person who can help.Can Rio draw on their special connection to somehow find and save his whale ⠦ ?FINDING BEAR ⠘A beautifully written and illustrated story of determination, courage and hope⠙ The Sun⠘Magically inspiring⠙ Daily MailApril Wood has returned home from her adventure on Bear Island. But, over a year later, she can⠙t stop thinking about Bear.When April hears that a polar bear has been shot and injured in Svalbard, she⠙s convinced it⠙s her friend and persuades her dad to travel with her to the northernmost reaches of the Arctic. So begins an unforgettable journey across frozen tundra and icy glaciers.But along the way, she discovers much more than she bargained for ⠓ a tiny polar bear cub, desperately in need of her help. In freezing temperatures, April must navigate the dangerous Arctic terrain and face her deepest fears if she⠙s to save him.Beautifully illustrated by Levi Pinfold, Finding Bear is a stunning story of survival and a heartwarming tale of love that shows us how hope is born from the smallest of beginnings.TURTLE MOON⠘This dramatic story is her best yet⠙ Daily Mail⠘A poignant, rich and thrilling adventure⠙ Guardian ⠘The ⠜eco-adventure⠝ has become a booming genre in children⠙s fiction ⠓ and Hannah Gold is its queen bee⠙ Daily Telegraph⠘A thoughtful, eco-thriller adventure⠙ Observer Hannah Gold s Turtle Moon is a classic TLSSilver Trevelon⠙s parents aren⠙t happy. They haven⠙t been happy since the nursery they decorated started gathering cobwebs, waiting for the baby brother or sister that never came. So when Silver⠙s dad is invited to paint at a turtle rescue centre in Costa Rica, she hopes it⠙ll be just the adventure the family needs.Under the hot tropical sun, Silver settles into life at the animal centre. She even witnesses a rare sighting of a leatherback turtle nesting on the beach. But when the turtle⠙s eggs are stolen, events take a dark and dangerous turn. Can Silver and her new friends track them down before it s too late? It⠙ll mean journeying into the heart of the jungle ⠦

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Set in Victorian-era Scotland and filled to the brim with fae, this is historical romantasy adventure will sweep you awayThis edition has been revised and expanded, with new spicy adult scenes****Hunt the fae. Cage the monsters. Guard the prison.In Edinburgh, a secret war rages between humans and fae, and the magic in Aileana Kameron s blood is all that keeps the most lethal monsters imprisoned beneath the city.But when the creatures she once pursued now hunt her, Aileana has no choice but to ally with Kiaran MacKay - the beautiful fae assassin with his own agenda.The chemistry between them is as incendiary as the battles raging through the streets. And as the body count climbs, Aileana faces a choice: how much is she willing to sacrifice to save her city? Her friends? Herself?Because the fae won t stop until their kin are freed - and she s the only thing standing in their way.Set in Victorian-era Scotland and filled to the brim with fae, this historical romantasy adventure will sweep you away.Readers love The Falconer: I LOVED IT. I swallowed this book. Plain and simple. The quick pace was captivating, the descriptions and landscapes breathtaking and the heroine really badass!! Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ This book is so different in terms of what s out there in the YA market. I loved the historical aspect . . . Besides the bloody awesome fight scenes, if you guys know me, I m all about the romance and the romance in this book is one of my favourite kinds Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I found the storyline unique . . . I liked everyone in this book which usually doesn t happen . . . I loved the relationships . . . Overall, this was a great book Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I was only a few pages into this book when I knew it was going to become a part of me . . . Elizabeth May has such a way with words, and she has woven a gorgeous tale full of adventure, magic, and romance Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Annnnnnnd this book enters my top ten of favourites . . . Read this for the angsty fae goodness Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ THE FALCONER was PHENOMENAL!!! From its Scotland lure, to its vengeance and murder, to its THRILLING, action-packed adventure, and heart-pounding, slow burning romance Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ This book is action-packed with excellent character and relationship development, world-building, and witty repartee Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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In AD 60, Boudica, war leader of the Eceni, led her people in a final bloody revolt against the occupying armies of Rome. It was the culmination of nearly twenty years of resistance against an occupying force that sought to crush a vibrant, complex civilization and replace it with the laws, taxes and slavery of the Roman Empire. Gloriously imagined, Boudica: Dreaming the Eagle recreates the beginnings of a story so powerful its impact has survived through the ages, recounting the journey to adulthood of Breaca, who at twelve kills her first warrior, and her sensitive, skilful half-brother Bán, who carries with him a vision of the future that haunts his waking hours. In the company of a supreme storyteller, the reader is plunged into the unforgettable world of tribal Britain in the years before the Romans came: a twilight world of Dreamers and the magic of the gods; a world where horses and dogs and the landscape itself become characters in their own right; where warriors fight for honour as much as victory. Above all, it is a world of passion and courage and spectacular, heart-felt heroism pitched against overwhelming odds. Manda Scott s Boudica will tell the extraordinary, resounding story of Britain s first and greatest warrior queen, the woman who remains one of the great female icons - to read it is to discover our history, to learn about ourselves and our heritage.

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** Longlisted for The Center for Fiction #39;s best debut novel of 2019 ** With the hypnotic intensity of Emily Fridlund’s The History of Wolves and Fiona McFarlane’s The Night Guest, Katherine Forbes Riley has created a mesmerizing love story, in lush, gorgeous prose, that examines art, science, and the magic of human chemistry. Teeming with lush imagery and mystical settings, and brimming with alluring magical realism, Riley’s tale is a beguiling journey of discovery and recovery.” — BooklistHaunting and lyrical, The Bobcat is Katherine Forbes Riley’s magical debut novel in which Laurelie, a young art student who suffers in the aftermath of a sexual assault, has grown progressively more isolated and fearful. She transfers from her busy city university to a small college in rural Vermont, where she retreats into her vivid imagination, experiencing the world through her art. Most comfortable in the company of the child for whom she babysits, and most at ease in the woods, Laurelie has shunned any connection with her peers.One day, while exploring the woods, she and her young charge encounter an injured pregnant bobcat – and the hiker who has been following it for hundreds of miles. In the hiker and his feline companion Laurelie recognizes someone as reclusive and wary as herself. The hiker, too, finds human companionship painful to endure, yet he is drawn to wounded Laurelie the way he is drawn to the bobcat. As Laurelie moves toward recovery and reconnection she also finds her voice as an artist, and a sense of purpose, maybe even a future, comes into sight. Then the child goes missing in the woods, threatening the bobcat, the hiker, and the fragile peace Laurelie has constructed.

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A stolen magical gem transforms an orphan s destiny... A stunning and completely unputdownable romantasy novel set in an alternative historical Paris, The Kiss of the Nightingale weaves together the seduction of Bridgerton and the magic of Raven Kennedy s Gild.1890, Lutèce: In this city, Talents are everything: precious gems that gift unrivalled skills to their owners. The most coveted, Elite Talents, are claimed by the aristocracy, passed through generations by blood magic.Cleodora dreamed of inheriting her father s Tailoring Talent, but when he died, the magic died with him. Now she s left with empty promises, a dress shop she can t keep afloat, and her bed-ridden younger sister.But everything changes when she meets the dark-eyed Lady Dahlia Sibille. Dahlia offers Cleodora a Singing Talent - a chance to save her beloved sister and rewrite her own fate. From the first instant, Cleodora is bewitched... There s just one catch: she needs to steal an Elite Talent from the prestigious Lenoir family.As Lutèce s nightingale, Cleodora is the star of the opera s galas and balls, worlds away from the darkness and dust of home. But the handsome yet infuriating Vicomte Lenoir is nothing like she expected.Soon, the Vicomte s teasing smiles win her over, even as Dahlia s seductive whispers linger in her ears. Torn between Dahlia, who gave her everything, and the Vicomte, who holds the price of her freedom, is Cleodora in danger of losing it all? Or can she prove that magic isn t the only gift that counts?

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From the legendary author of the multi-million-copy bestseller Think and Grow Rich comes the ultimate guidebook to success, featuring Napoleon Hill s two most popular books on achieving prosperity and abundanceNapoleon Hill, one of the founding fathers of motivational literature, has led millions to discover the power of personal belief and achieve extraordinary success. The Psychology of Wealth merges two of Hill’s pivotal works, The Master Key to Riches and The Magic Ladder to Success, alongside three transformative essays, to create an essential roadmap to wealth and self-improvement. This book distils Hill’s essential teachings into one comprehensive volume, offering practical wisdom for anyone seeking financial freedom and personal growth.Full of Hill s life-altering principles, The Psychology of Wealth offers a revolutionary path to self-empowerment and fulfilment, helping readers create the reality they desire and succeed in every area of life.

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Discover the truths, the history, the myths and the magic behind the bestselling All Souls trilogy. Fall under the spell once more with this all-encompassing insider s guide to A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night and The Book of Life. The All Souls trilogy by Deborah Harkness, featuring historian and witch Diana Bishop and vampire scientist Matthew Clairmont, delves into mythology, alchemy, literature and architecture. And history is brought to life. With her signature historian s touch, Deborah Harkness offers an encyclopaedic look at the series, complete with synopses, character biographies, maps, recipes, and even the science behind creatures, magic and alchemy. Bursting with fascinating facts and original artwork, The World of All Souls is the ultimate companion for fans of the All Souls trilogy and unlocks this fantastical world, letting you in on all its secrets and mysteries.

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â ¦ once again Mr Sherlock Holmes is free to devote his life to examining those interesting little problems which the complex life of London so plentifully presents. .Evil masterminds beware! Sherlock Holmes is back! Ten years after his supposed death in the swirling torrent of the Reichenbach Falls locked in the arms of his arch enemy Professor Moriarty, Arthur Conan Doyle agreed to pen further adventures featuring his brilliant detective. In the first story, The Empty House , Holmes returns to Baker Street and his good friend Watson, explaining how he escaped from his watery grave. In creating this collection of tales, Doyle had lost none of cunning or panache, providing Holmes with a sparkling set of mysteries to solve and a challenging set of adversaries to defeat. The potent mixture includes murder, abduction, baffling cryptograms and robbery. We are also introduced to the one of the cruellest villains in the Holmes canon, the despicable Charles Augustus Milverton. As before, Watson is the superb narrator and the magic remains unchanged and undimmed.

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In the spirit of her bestselling The Language of Letting Go, America’s beloved inspirational writer Melody Beattie guides us on a sacred journey as we learn to expand our creativity, embrace our powers, and open our hearts.Writing with the same warmth, honesty, and compassion that has attracted such a loyal following, Beattie now charts a new path toward spiritual growth and renewal. In 365 insightful and delightfully warm daily reflections, Journey to the Heart will comfort and inspire us all as we begin to discover our true purpose in the world and learn to connect even more deeply with ourselves, the creative force, and the magic and mystery in the world around and within us.“Melody Beattie gives you the tools to discover the magnificence and splendor of your being.”—Deepak Chopra, author of Jesus and Buddha

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Winner of the Junior Design Awards 2025 â “ Gold for Best Childrenâ ™s Book (6+ Years)*________Lift more than 90 flaps and discover what goes on in your body - from the top of your head to the tips of your toes. Go on a head-to-toe tour of the human body with Dr. Punam Krishan in this lift-the-flap book for 5-7-year-olds and open doors to the extraordinary science within you. Taking you through all the key body parts, Dr Punam Krishan tells you everything youâ ™ve ever wanted to know about yourself. Discover the maze that is the brain, the power of your muscles, and the magic behind the gut - and how they are all connected!This human body book for children offers:90 interactive flaps that teach children how their bodies work and the link between physical and emotional wellbeing. Content written by GP and TV doctor, Dr Punam Krishan, whose passion for physical and mental health shines through on every page. Bite-sized facts, easy-to-understand explanations, engaging questions and colourful, annotated illustrations. You and Your Body is an empowering first look at the human anatomy by BBC Morning Live resident GP and contestant on Strictly Come Dancing 2024, Dr Punam Krishan. The human body performs incredible tasks, but how well do you know whatâ ™s going on in there? Do you know why your heart beats differently when you re happy or scared, or how you move and eat, or even why you fart? With fun, bite-sized facts, colourful illustrations, and more than 90 flaps to lift, every page is an eye-opening discovery. *You and Your Body won Gold for Best Childrenâ ™s Book (6+ Years) in the Junior Design Awards 2025.

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MEMORIES RUSH BACK LIKE AN AVALANCHE. I REMEMBER EXACTLY WHERE WE ARE AND WHY. I REOPENED THE VEIL TO TIRNANOG, AND NOW WE STAND IN MY MOTHER S REALM. Reopening the veil between Tirnanog and Castella once seemed like a solution, but now Valeria and Korben find themselves in a race against time to save those they love. Reunited with his homeland, Korben finds a kingdom in ruin, ruled by a tyrant he thought long dead. His people live in fear, and the magic that once flowed freely through the realm has disappeared. To have a fighting chance, Valeria and Korben must restore magic to the realm, but in order to do that, they must seek out the creator of The Eldrystone herself, an elusive goddess who seems to be little more than a forgotten fairytale. Their search will take them on a journey of great peril. And, as the final battle for the fate of the human and fae realms begins for good, will Valeria and Korben ever be able to overcome their losses and reach the future together that they so desperately want?__________________________READERS LOVE THE ELDRYSTONE TRILOGY! Seymour weaves a tale that captivates the imagination . . . prepare to be enchanted! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you like adventure, twists, romance, fantasy, and more you are sure to fall in love with this romantasy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Erin Hunter s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series continues in Warriors: Omen of the Stars-now featuring fierce new art. The fifth book in this fourth series, Warriors: Omen of the Stars #5: The Forgotten Warrior, brings more adventure, intrigue, and thrilling battles to the epic world of the warrior Clans. A divided StarClan has driven a deep rift between the warrior Clans, and the spirits of the Dark Forest are gaining strength.Now the warrior cats must decide whose word they can trust-before it s too late.

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In a beautifully detailed wordless picture book, a tumbledown building becomes home sweet home for a found family.A lonely little girl and her grandparent need to fill the run-down apartment in their building. But taking over the rooms above their shop will mean major renovations for the new occupants, and none of the potential renters can envision the potential of the space â “ until one special couple shows up. With their ingenuity, the little girlâ ™s big heart, and heaps of hard work, the desperate fixer-upper begins to change in lovely and surprising ways.In this bustling wordless picture book, JonArno Lawsonâ ™s touching story and Qin Lengâ ™s gentle illustrations capture all angles of the buildingâ ™s transformation, as well as the evolving perspectives of the girl and her grandparent. A wordless picture book that celebrates the power of community, the joys of new friends and the magic that happens when you open your heart, and fill your home with love and joy.

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Frances Hodgson Burnett’s most popular novel about a young orphan who rediscovers the joys of life after finding a long abandoned garden, now freshly repackaged for the Union Square Co. Signature Editions line. Mary Lennox, a spoiled, ill-tempered, and unhealthy child, comes to live with her reclusive uncle in Misselthwaite Manor on England’s Yorkshire moors after the death of her parents. There she meets a hearty housekeeper and her spirited brother, a dour gardener, a cheerful robin, and her wilful, hysterical, and sickly cousin, Master Colin, whose wails she hears echoing through the house at night. With the help of the robin, Mary finds the door to a secret garden, neglected and hidden for years. When she decides to restore the garden in secret, the story becomes a charming journey into the places of the heart, where faith restores health, flowers refresh the spirit, and the magic of the garden, coming to life anew, brings health to Colin and happiness to Mary.

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A handsome anthology of 366 poems from around the world and throughout history, all especially selected for reading aloud, with one glorious poem for every day of the year.Everyone benefits from reading aloud, whether it s a bedtime story with Dad or Granny, an intimate moment with a loved one, or a performance to a group of people. When spoken, the poetâ ™s words hit us more powerfully and meaningfully, and what s more, it s good for our health: mindfully reading aloud helps with relaxation, improves working memory and aids vocabulary acquisition.With a wide and diverse range of poets including the 14th-century Persian poet Hafiz and Mary Oliver in the 21st century, old favourites such as Emily Dickinson and more recent voices such as Lemn Sissay, the obvious classics such as Wordsworthâ ™s Daffodils and slightly more offbeat fare like Spike Milligan, there s something for everyone in this book: poems that are funny, sad, consoling, uplifting and everything in between.Whether you re a teacher enthralling a class of children or a carer entertaining a group of pensioners, if you re looking for a reading for a special occasion or a powerful piece for a performance, you ll find everything you need here. It s the perfect book to dip into daily to share a poem with anyone, to hear the true beauty and rhythm of words and the magic they can weave.

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The earth has grown old, her landscapes mellow, her people lost in a brooding dream. It is an age of antique cities, scientific sorcery, crystal machines, great flying engines with mechanical wings. And the armies of the Dark Empire are relentlessly taking over the once-peaceful city states, ravaging and destroying as they advance, mile by brutal mile ... The Dark Empire has humiliated and multilated Dorian Hawkmoon, but it cannot rob him of his two consuming passions: his love for Yisselda of Brass and his hatred of her ruthless suitor Meliadus. But before he can defy the Dark Empire and win the beauteous Yisselda, he must seek the Runestaff, a quest that will send him into barbaric wonder and perverse evil ... and only if he succeeds will he avert the doom of all the world ...This volume brings together all four volumes of Hawkmoon s remarkable adventure.

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Japanese fairy tales - enchanting, enigmatic stories of animals, human beings and the great natural world. Dark and innocent, sublime and whimsical, Miyazawa s stories have the ageless feel of the best fairy tales. There are animal allegories such as The Ungrateful Rat where a rude rodent insults all the objects he meets - until he meets the Rat Trap. There are morality tales such as The Restaurant of Many Orders , where two hunters become the hunted. There are also transcendent stories of childhood and mortality like Miyazawa s best-known Night Train to the Stars , where a magical steam train carries children through the night and up to the heavens.These stories reveal the unique brilliance of one of Japan s most beloved early twentieth-century writers.WITH A FOREWORD BY DAVID MITCHELL AND AN INTRODUCTION BY KAORI NAGAI Kenji Miyazawa fables are international-class David Mitchell For readers who relish the disturbing material of fairy tale, the specificity and surprise of tanka, collisions of the everyday with the supernatural and glimpses of Japan right on the brink of industrialization, Kenji Miyazawa s masterly stories will be a delight New York Times Few works have given me so much pleasure (and hard work) as the tales of Miyazawa Kenji [...] more genuine originality, and a more universal appeal, than almost anything else I have done. John Bester, translator

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2022PULITZER PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR OF THE NIGHT WATCHMAN-----------------------------------------------------In this stunning and timely novel, Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award-winning author Louise Erdrich creates a wickedly funny ghost story, a tale of passion, of a complex marriage and of a woman s relentless errors.Louise Erdrich s latest novel, The Sentence, asks what we owe to the living, the dead, to the reader and to the book. A small independent bookstore in Minneapolis is haunted from November 2019 to November 2020 by the store s most annoying customer. Flora dies on All Souls Day, but she simply won t leave the store. Tookie, who has landed a job selling books after years of incarceration that she survived by reading with murderous attention, must solve the mystery of this haunting while at the same time trying to understand all that occurs in Minneapolis during a year of grief, astonishment, isolation and furious reckoning.The Sentence begins on All Souls Day 2019 and ends on All Souls Day 2020. Its mystery and proliferating ghost stories during this one year propel a narrative as rich, emotional and profound as anything Louise Erdrich has written.------------------------------------ Erdrich is one of the greatest living American writers Guardian Strange, enchanting and funny: a work about motherhood, doom, regret and the magic - dark, benevolent and every shade in between - of words on paper New York Times The poet laureate of the contemporary Native American experience Mail on Sunday

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Extraordinary stuff wonderfully executed... another top-class novel, a brilliant addition to this series, an outstanding read. - Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐----------In this dead city, the vultures are circling...Berlin 1944. The beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. And the beginning of a dark journey for Garda detective Stefan Gillespie as he makes his way through war-ravaged Europe to the German capital. He carries secret instructions for the Irish ambassador, who is clinging on in the growing chaos - even though it s time to get out.Bombs fall and bodies fill the streets. People starve. The true horrors of Nazi terror are everywhere now... and the Russians are coming. As Stefan searches for an Irishman trapped in Berlin who has betrayed his country and his friends, who cares if people are murdered along the way? And Stefan has to ask himself if saving one life matters in this devastation.And if it does, is it worth him risking his own?----------Praise for Michael Russell: Michael Russell again captures wartime Europe s uncertainties through his richly drawn Garda inspector Stefan Gillespie - Irish Times Complex but compelling . . . utterly vivid and convincing - Independent on Sunday A superb, atmospheric thriller - Irish Independent A thriller to keep you guessing and gasping - Daily Mail Atmospheric - Sunday Times

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