escape from model land erica thompson

''A brilliant account of how models are so often abused and of how they should be used'' John KayHow do mathematical models shape our world - and how can we harness their power for good?Models are at the centre of everything we do. Whether we use them or are simply affected by them, they act as metaphors that help us better understand the increasingly complex problems facing us in the modern world. Without models, we couldn''t begin to tackle three of the major challenges facing modern society: regulation of the economy, climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet in recent years, the validity of the models we use has been hotly debated and there has been renewed awareness of the disastrous consequences when the makers and interpreters of models get things wrong.Drawing on contemporary examples from finance, climate and health policy, Erica Thompson explores what models are, why we need them, how they work and what happens when they go wrong. This is not a book that argues we should do away with models, but rather, that we need to properly understand how they are constructed - and how some of the assumptions that underlie the models we use can have significant unintended consequences. Unexpectedly humorous, thought-provoking and passionate, this is essential reading for everyone.

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''Trust me, this is a great true story'' - Ken Follett ''It deserves to be ranked among the great survival stories of the Second World War'' - The Jewish Chronicle ~~~~~ The captivating true story of one boy''s flight across Europe to escape the Nazis. A tale of extraordinary courage, incredible adventure, and the relentless pursuit of life in the face of impossible challenges. In early 1940 Chaim Herszman was locked in to the Lódz Ghetto in Poland. Hungry, fearless and determined, he goes on scavenging missions outside the wire limits, until he is forced to kill a Nazi guard. That moment changes the course of his life, and sets him on an unbelievable adventure across enemy lines. Chaim avoids grenade and rifle fire on the Russian border, shelters with a German family in Berlin, falls in love in occupied France, is captured on a mountain pass in Spain, gets interrogated as a potential Nazi spy in Britain, and eventually fights for everything he believes in as part of the British Army. He protects his life by posing as an Aryan boy with a crucifix around his neck, and fights for his life through terrible and astonishing circumstances. Escape from the Ghetto is about a normal boy who faced extermination by the Nazis in the ghetto or a Nazi deathcamp, and the extraordinary life he led in avoiding that fate. It''s a bittersweet story about epic hope, beauty amidst horror, and the triumph of the human spirit. John Carr is Henry Carr''s eldest son, and in Escape From the Ghetto he has recreated his father''s incredible adventure, through recordings and transcribed conversations in later life. For fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The Saboteur of Auschwitz and The Volunteer, this is the incredible true story of escape from the Nazis during World War II. REVIEWS ''John Carr deserves our gratitude for rescuing this World War Two story, among the most dramatic and vivid I''ve read.'' - Edward Stourton, author of Cruel Crossing''A truly breathtaking story - the dramatic account of 13 year old Chaim''s four year journey from the Lodz ghetto in Nazi-occupied Poland, through Germany, France, Spain and Gibraltar to London. Written with the pace and tension of a thriller, all the more gripping because it is a true story.'' - Alex Gerlis, author of Agent in Berlin ''This is an unbelievable story that is all completely true. The life described is astonishing. John Carr has done an extraordinary and riveting job uncovering the real father behind the dad he thought he knew.'' - Lord Tony Hall ''Utterly Compelling. It is an extraordinary tale, brilliantly written'' - Alastair Stewart ''Extraordinary.''- Fiona MacTaggart ''The remarkable story of a Jewish boy who killed a Nazi guard and escaped the Holocaust aged 13'' - The Times ''Unputdownable. A gripping, life affirming story of survival against seemingly impossible odds.'' - Deborah Cadbury, author of Princes at War ''This is a book you cannot put down... Passionate and spellbinding, and an absolute must read.'' - Julia Neuberger "John Carr''s book gives a truly riveting account of his teenage Dad''s life on the run in Nazi-occupied Europe. It serves as a reminder of the cruel and arbitrary realities of the refugee experience. It won''t be on Priti Patel''s reading list but it should be on yours." - Jon Bloomfield "An eloquent tribute to courage and resourcefulness, Escape from the Ghetto, is a gripping page turner." - Esther Safran Foer "One of the most extraordinary books I have ever read" - Michael Dobbs, author of House of Cards

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In this terrifying prequel novel to the New York Times bestselling Asylum series, a teen is wrongfully committed to the Brookline psychiatric hospital and must find a way out—before he becomes the next victim of the evil warden’s experiments.With the page-turning suspense and unsettling found photographs from real asylums that led Publishers Weekly to call Asylum “a strong YA debut,” Escape from Asylum is perfect for fans of Miss Peregrine''s Home for Peculiar Children.The nightmare is just beginning.Ricky Desmond has been through this all before. If he could just get through to his mother, he could convince her that he doesn’t belong at Brookline. From the man who thinks he can fly to the woman who killed her husband, the other patients are nothing like him; all he did was lose his temper just a little bit, just the once. But when Ricky is selected by the sinister Warden Crawford for a very special program—a program that the warden claims will not cure him but perfect him—Ricky realizes that he may not be able to wait for his mom a second longer. With the help of a sympathetic nurse and a fellow patient, Ricky needs to escape now.Set long before Dan, Abby, and Jordan ever walked the hallways of the Brookline asylum—back when it was still a functioning psych ward and not a dorm—Escape from Asylum is a mind-bending and scary installment in the Asylum series that can stand on its own for new readers or provide missing puzzle pieces for series fans.

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'An electric, utterly unique workplace romance that burrowed deep into my heart' Rachel Lynn Solomon, author of The Ex TalkLauren Fox is the bookkeeper for Cold World, a tourist destination that's always a winter wonderland despite being located in humid Orlando, Florida. Sure, it's ranked way below any of the trademarked amusement parks and maybe foot traffic could be better. But it's a fun place to work, even if 'fun' isn't exactly Lauren's middle name.Her coworker Asa Williamson, on the other hand, is all about finding ways to enliven his days at Cold World - whether that means organizing the Secret Santa or teasing Lauren. When the owner asks Lauren and Asa to propose something (anything, really) to raise more revenue, their rivalry heats up as they compete to come up with the best idea. But the situation is more dire than they thought, and it might take these polar opposites working together to save the day.If Asa thought Lauren didn't know how to enjoy herself, he's surprised by how much he enjoys spending time together. And if Lauren thought Asa wasn't serious about anything, she's surprised by how seriously he seems to take her. As Lauren and Asa work to save their beloved wintery spot, they realize the real attraction might be the heat generating between them.Real readers are LOVING With Love, From Cold World:'One of those wonderful, dreamy romances that I just couldn't put down' 5 star reader review'Alicia Thompson is back at it with the perfect read... This is a must-read for any romance reader!' 5 star reader review'This romance was original, witty, touching, and so, so swoony' 5 star reader review'This book seriously rocked me; please be prepared to have every piece of your heart deconstructed, cleaned, tuned, lovingly polished, and reassembled' 5 star reader review'Very tender while dealing with tough issues - funny and lighthearted at times too' 5 star reader review

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Far Cry: Escape From Rook Islands – české vydáníZažijte napínavý útěk z tropického pekla v deskové hře podle kultovní počítačové série Far Cry 3. Vy a vaši přátelé jste se ocitli na ostrovech ovládaných šíleným Vaasem. Cesta zpět do bezpečí však nebude jednoduchá – čeká vás přežití, boj a odhalování tajemství Rook Islands.Far Cry – Escape From Rook Islands je kampaňová kooperativní hra pro odvážné dobrodruhy, která vás zavede do srdce nebezpečné divočiny. Hrajete sérii 7 příběhových misí, které na sebe navazují a vyprávějí napínavý útěk z ostrovů. Během hry budete zlepšovat své schopnosti, upravovat výbavu, lovit zvířata, sbírat suroviny i čelit novým hrozbám.Co hra přináší Napínavou kampaň se 7 misemi, plnou rozhodování a objevování Vývoj postavy a vylepšování výbavy v průběhu celé kampaně Taktický průzkum ostrova – sběr surovin, lov a hledání úkrytů Neúprosný souboj o přežití proti nepřátelům a šílenství Co rozvíjí Strategické plánování a kooperaci Rozhodování v náročných situacích Postupné zlepšování taktiky a schopností Proč si ji zamilujete Silná atmosféra tropické džungle a neustálého napětí Možnost vylepšovat postavy a zažít vlastní příběh útěku Věrné zpracování světa Far Cry v deskové podobě Obsah balení 39 kartonových figurek 157 karet 6 desek postav s otočnými ukazateli 9 oboustranných desek nepřátel 8 oboustranných desek zdraví 7 oboustranných map 4 oboustranné ukazatele kol 4 stupnice šílenství 18 desek batohů/pouzder 290+ žetonů 20 oboustranných dlaždic 24 barevných plastových podstavců 24 dřevěných kostek životů 12 barevných plastových kostek 1 kostková věž 1 kniha pravidel Skvělá volba pro fanoušky Far Cry, příběhových kampaní a napínavého přežití v nehostinném prostředí. Nejlépe si ji užijí hráči od 16 let se smyslem pro dobrodružství a taktiku.

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Julie Nováková has compiled a representative selection of the current young generation of Czech science fiction and fantasy authors. Names such as Hanuš Seiner, Tomáš Petrásek, Tom Hadrava, Jan Kotouč, Lucie Lukačovičová, Petra Slováková, Julie Nováková, Tereza Matoušková, Pavel Renčín, Jakub Mařík are well known to Czech readers and now the world audience can get acquainted with them. In addition to short stories, the book also contains excerpts from novels by Vilma Kadlečková and Martin Vopěnka. From the Land of Robots and Golems was published on the occasion of the Worldcon 2025 in Seattle, where it was a great success.Julie Nováková sestavila reprezentativní výběr současné mladé generace českých autorů science fiction a fantasy. Jména jako Hanuš Seiner, Tomáš Petrásek, Tom Hadrava, Jan Kotouč, Lucie Lukačovičová, Petra Slováková, Julie Nováková, Tereza Matoušková, Pavel Renčín, Jakub Mařík jsou českým čtenářům dobře známá, nyní se s nimi může seznámit i světové publikum. Vedle povídek kniha obsahuje i úryvky z románů Vilmy Kadlečkové a Martina Vopěnky. Kniha From the Land of Robots and Golems vyšla u příležitosti pořádání Worldconu 2025 v Seattlu, kde měla velký úspěch.

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The first in a brand new historical adventure series from million-copy-selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian.The year is AD 94. When the evil Emperor Domitian sends soldiers to seize his family''s home in the middle of the night, twelve-year-old Juba must escape with his brother and sisters, and journey to distant Britannia on the edge of the known world.His task: To avoid capture and death. His quest: To find a safe haven in Britain.His destiny: To save the children. Brand new exciting Roman series from the bestselling author of THE ROMAN MYSTERIES, perfect for children studying at Key Stage 2. Historical locations featured in book 1 are Rome, Ostia, Londinium and Fishbourne.

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Froggy, Fearless, and Ready for Adventure! Leap into this action-packed chapter book series from Super Happy Magic Forest creator Matty Long-perfect for readers who love funny stories! Croaky Hopper isn''t like other little frogs. His head is filled with thoughts of wild adventures. He dreams of hopping across crocodile-infested waters, or being chased by a giant boulder, just like the famous TV explorer Tennessee Toad. But where can an energetic amphibian like Croaky find real-life adventure? When his Aunt Lilly signs him up for the Woggle Scouts, he expects to spend his time crafting with pinecones and selling cookies, but he soon discovers there''s much more in store . . . In Escape from Crow Castle, the Woggle Scouts are on a mission to uncover the cause of mysterious hauntings at Crow Castle. On the expedition, they find hidden passageways, puzzle rooms, and a murder of meddling crows! For more action-packed adventures with Croaky Hopper try Caverns of the Gemosaurus.

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‘Packed with fun, fantasy and the sort of adventure guaranteed to have sticky little fingers hungrily turning the pages’ The Mail on Sunday ‘The Royal Rabbits is sweet, funny and beautifully illustrated' The TimesShylo's adventures with his Royal Rabbit friends continue in this charming series from bestselling authors Santa Montefiore and Simon Sebag Montefiore and illustrator Kate Hindley, that proves even the smallest rabbit can be the biggest hero. Life is an adventure. Anything in the world is possible – by will and by luck, with a moist carrot, a wet noise and a slice of mad courage! Little Shylo Tawny-Tail is proud to call himself one of the Royal Rabbits of London, a secret order who live under Buckingham Palace and fight evil across the world. But high up in one of London’s famous skyscrapers, the horrible Ratzis are plotting to cause chaos during a visit from the President of the United States. And when the Grand Burrow is attacked and Shylo is kidnapped, it looks as though they might just manage it! Can Shylo escape in time to save the day?

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From the author of Escape from Chernobyl comes another fast-pacedhistorical thriller about a city caught between an enemy army andtheir own brutal government.

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If you enjoyed A Minecraft Movie, you’ll love this book! Journey into the Nether (if you dare) in this Step Into Reading Step 2 Levelled Reader, the only official levelled reader series based on Minecraft, the world''s best-selling video game!Learn to read with the official Minecraft Young Readers! Practise your reading skills and develop your vocabulary as you read stories about your favourite game.Minecraft® is the best-selling video game of all time! And now learning to read has never been more fun for fans of the game ages 4 to 7. They’ll get a great introduction to the game’s most mysterious biomes when two players, Emmy and Birch – and their tame wolf Byte – set out on an epic adventure into the mysterious Nether! This Step 3 Step into Reading Levelled Reader includes more than 30 full-colour stickers to add to the fun.Look for these other great Minecraft® titles:• Mobs in the Overworld! (Minecraft) 9780755500444• Survival Mode! (Minecraft) 9780755500451• Escape From the Nether (Minecraft) 9780755500468Step 3 readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics for children who are ready to read on their own.© 2022 Mojang AB and Mojang Synergies AB. MINECRAFT and MOJANG are trademarks or registered trademarks of Mojang Synergies AB.

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The received wisdom in quantum physics is that, at the deepest levels of reality, there are no actual causes for atomic events. This idea led to the outlandish belief that quantum objects - indeed, reality itself - aren't real unless shaped by human measurement. Einstein mocked this idea, asking whether his bed spread out across his room unless he looked at it.And yet it remains one of the most influential ideas in science and our culture. In Escape from Shadow Physics, Adam Forrest Kay takes up Einstein's torch: reality isn't mysterious or dependent on human measurement, but predictable and independent of us. At the heart of his argument is groundbreaking research with little drops of oil.These droplets behave as particles do in the long-overlooked quantum theory of pilot waves; crucially, they display quantum behaviour while being described by classical physics. What if the original doubters of our quantum orthodoxy (not least Einstein himself) were onto something? What if pilot wave theory was right all along? In that case, our whole story of twentieth-century physics is topsy-turvy and we must give up the idea that reality is simply too weird to grasp. Weird it may still be, but a true understanding of nature now seems within our reach.

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'Haunting . . . The writing is often breathtaking, brutality amplified through perfectly crafted prose.' The Times'Extraordinary . . . Serious history and skillful journalism, but with the nuance and wallop of a finely wrought novel.' Washington Post'With a passion for truth and justice, and a fierce determination to dig for the secrets, Wright Thompson has produced an incredible history of a crime that changed America.' John GrishamHow forces from around the world converged on the Mississippi Delta to bring about the most consequential murder in US history. Emmett Till’s murder is one of the most infamous in American history; a moment that, more than any other, awakened the world to the racism of the Deep South. Yet despite growing up just a few miles from where it happened, Wright Thompson knew nothing of it until he left Mississippi. This is no accident: the cover-up began at once, and it is ongoing. Over the course of five years’ research, Thompson has learnt that almost every part of the standard account of Till’s killing is wrong. In August 1955, after the two men charged with the murder were acquitted by an all-white jury, they gave a false confession to a journalist: one that was misleading about where the murder took place and who was involved. We now know that at least eight people were present, and many more complicit. And we now know precisely where it took place: inside a barn on a 36-square-mile grid called Township 22 North, Range 4 West. This book tells the story of that barn. It is the story of what really happened on the night of August 28, 1955, and of the individuals who have spent decades bringing the truth to light. And it is the story of the centuries-old forces that made that night inevitable: forces that, over the course of 200 years, transformed Township 22 North, Range 4 West from Choctaw land, to a slave plantation, to a sharecropper’s farm, to the site of the most significant murder in US history. The result is a revelatory work of investigative reportage and a panoramic new history of white supremacy in America. It maps the road that the US – and the world – must travel to heal its oldest, deepest wound.

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory meets A Night in the Museum in this the action-packed New York Times bestseller from Chris Grabenstein, coauthor of I Funny and other bestselling series with James Patterson!Kyle Keeley is a huge fan of all games - board games, word games, and particularly video games. His hero, Luigi Lemoncello, the most famous and creative gamemaker in the world, is the genius behind the town''s new library that is as much a home for tech and trickery as it is for stories. Kyle wins a spot at a puzzle-packed lock-in on the library''s opening night. But when morning comes, the doors stay locked. Kyle and the other kids must solve every clue and figure out every secret riddle to find the hidden escape route . . . !

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The true story of Mary, Queen of Scots', escape from Lochleven Castle has been adapted into a spectacular children's picture book by multi-award-winning author Theresa Breslin, with stunning illustrations packed with drama and historical detail.

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"Nonstop action, real history, serious danger. You gotta read these books!" --Alan Gratz, #1 New York Times bestselling author of RefugeeJuly, 1945The end of World War II is finally in sight. The Nazis have been defeated in Europe, and Albie hopes that means he and his brother, Joe, can get back to normal life. Or as normal as life can be following the death of their parents. But the war against Imperial Japan still rages, and when Joe’s given a new assignment on the USS Indianapolis, Albie refuses to be left behind. Even if that means sneaking aboard and heading out to sea with the crew.The voyage is cramped and hot, and Joe’s furious when he discovers Albie. But then torpedoes slam through the hull, and suddenly the brothers have much bigger problems: The Indianapolis is sinking.As the chaos and horror unfold, Joe and Albie manage to get off the ship before it goes under. Then the real nightmare begins. There’s not enough food or water or supplies, and the days are long with the sun beating down on them, and the nights are longer, with no escape from the cold. All Albie, Joe, and the others can do is float—and hope that help gets to them before the Japanese navy returns to finish them off.But another enemy is coming, drawn by the blood in the water: sharks. And with their arrival, every moment becomes a relentless battle to survive.

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An immersive escape-room experience. Featuring artworks ranging from ancient Egypt to modern masterpieces, you will need to solve visual riddles and discover the hidden secrets that lie within the paintings if you want to figure out what is going on, and why you are imprisoned in this warped gallery.

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Are you tired of living life scared or following the status quo? Heather Thompson Day challenges readers to remember what it felt like to believe in themselves before the world told them who they should be and what they should do.What If I’m Wrong? explores the chasm between our dreams we once had and the reality in which we are now living. Writing from personal experience, Heather Thompson Day dives deep into what makes us feel overwhelmed or defeated by the hopes we once had, the disappointments we should have overcome, the goals we expected to accomplish, and the person we wanted to be. Somehow and somewhere along the way, we stopped following our heart and started listening to the lies in our head: It’s time you gave up on that childish dream. What makes you think you could accomplish that? Others see who you really are, so stop trying to be someone else. So we decided to play it safe and just accept our lot in life. And instead of feeling alive every day, we walk through our days numb and uninspired. But this book will help readers see how: Pursuing a painless passion means you have an insignificant dreamLiving a “normal” life is scarier than taking risks and embracing the unknownBeing vulnerable and admitting mistakes can lead to success quickerEmbracing failure might be the best thing that ever happens to youStaying motivated and confident when things go wrong gets easier with practiceThe person God made you to be is waiting to live life to the fullest Have you ever considered that the hardest things in life might be our greatest areas of passion, through which we find fulfillment in everything we do, from work to play to relationships to our faith? Fears and failures come upon us like relentless waves, pulling us to deeper water. Panicked, we believe we are going to drown. But what if we’re wrong? Maybe God is teaching us how to swim stronger, to pursue greater adventures, to learn how to really live!

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The stakes have never been higher for the Rangers of Araluen in the New York Times bestselling series. Will and Maddie are imprisoned at Chateau des Falaises. Baron Lassigny is scheming to recruit them as spies for hire, but Maddie raises the stakes when she challenges Lassigny's garrison commander to a duel on horseback. Will is horrified - especially when he realises the treacherous baron won't fight fair. If Maddie can survive the duel, they still need to escape the heavily guarded chateau and rescue the kidnapped prince they were sent to retrieve. It will take all their ingenuity, courage and determination to triumph this time - and to solve the mystery of who betrayed them.

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For the first time in paperback! The fourth book in the #1 New York Times best-selling Descendants series continues the adventures of everyone''s favorite villain kids!Praise for The Isle of the Lost"Disney lovers and fairy-tale fans alike will need to get their hands on this book."  —School Library JournalPraise for Return to the Isle of the Lost"Packed with plenty of humor and adventure, this sequel spinoff is destined to please. With a second movie in the works and a bevy of loyal readers, it certainly wonÂ’t stay on shelves for long."  —BooklistMal, Evie, Jay, and Carlos may have once been the baddest of the bad, but their wicked ways are (mostly) behind them—and now graduation is almost here! But before the seniors can don their custom-designed caps and gowns, courtesy of Evie, theyÂ’ve got an epic plan to put into action. There are tons of villain kids on the Isle of the Lost who are eager for their chance to come to Auradon Prep—even Celia, Dr. FacilierÂ’s trickster daughter, wants in on the deal!—and MalÂ’s crew is using their upcoming visit to the Isle to help make it happen. But AuradonÂ’s biggest threat is still at large… Trapped on the other side of the barrier, Uma is more desperate than ever to get her long-awaited revenge against Mal. When she discovers an underground lair belonging to Hades, god of the underworld, Uma realizes sheÂ’s found the perfect partner in crime. Together, they can defeat Mal, bring down the barrier, and escape the Isle for good.Mal and Uma have a score to settle, and theyÂ’ll come face to face in an explosive underwater battle that could determine the fates of Auradon and the Isle of the Lost once and for all.

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The extraordinary, moving story of the Afghan women judges who fought for their careers and their lives, and the international network of women who helped them escape the Taliban.

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Amritsar, India, 1919. A city on the brink of violence, as tensions between the local people and the British colonial rulers explode.12-year-old Arjan Singh learns that his father has been falsely charged with serious crimes. But there has been a terrible massacre in the city, as British troops fired on unarmed Indians, and the city is under curfew. Anger and fear have left the population seething and danger lurks around every corner.Arjan sets out on a perilous mission to save his father, in the face of armed troops, martial curfew, and vicious local bandits. Can he escape and get to his father before it’s too late?

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This full-color graphic novel poses the question: "Go to school, get good grades, get a good job and invest in a 401(k)?" Not today!That''s an outdated formula for success that hasn''t adapted to the Information Age. Escape the Rat Race is the story of Tim, Tina, and Redand their entrepreneurial pursuits as they learn about money. Key messages include: How to create assets and how to make your money work for you—so you won''t need to work hard for money all your life.

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As five friends paddle around the bay in their dinghy, none of them see a storm coming until it''s too late. Swept out to sea, the children end up on a desert island. Follow them in this exciting playscript, as they explore the island and try to find a way to escape – and discover that sometimes it''s the most unlikely person who saves the day.Gold/Band 9 fiction offers developing readers literary language and stories with distinctive characters.Text type: A playscriptA map of the island on pages 22 and 23 help readers to retrace the events of the play.Curriculum links: Citizenship: Taking part – developing skills of communication and participation; Art and design: people in action; Geography: An island home.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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This is the story of how everything changed. It's not my story, not really. This is the story of my sister and her best friend Scrap, and of what they gave up for me ... to save me. After escaping the clutches of Mayor Highshine for a second time, Scrap, Paige and Gnat make the perilous journey to the ocean jungles in search of the last rocket ship on Somewhere 513. But as they struggle to liberate the ship from a family of vicious frogbears, disaster strikes and it suffers a near-fatal crash. As Scrap works to repair the ship, things go from bad to worse when he makes a discovery that means leaving is impossible. But with the forces of Mayor Highshine closing in, staying isn't an option either. As old rivalries return and new alliances form in the midst of a final stand-off, Paige faces an agonising decision if she is to keep her promise to her mum to keep Gnat safe... The final instalment in an original and entertaining new trilogy for middle-grade readers from the award-winning author of STITCH HEAD. For fans of Maz Evans and Thomas Taylor.

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From Erika Kubick—lauded cheesemonger and creator of the popular blog Cheese Sex Death—a bible for everything you need to know about cheese. For many people, the world of artisan cheese is an intriguing but intimidating place. There are so many strange smells, unusual textures, exotic names, and rules for serving. Where should a neophyte begin? From evangelist cheesemonger Erika Kubick, Cheese Sex Death guides readers to become confident connoisseurs and worshippers of Cheesus. A preacher of the curd word, Kubick provides the Ten Commandments of Cheese, which breaks down this complex world into simplified bites. A welcoming sanctuary devoted to making cheese a daily part of life and gatherings, this book explores the many different styles of cheese by type, profiling commonly found and affordable wedges as well as the more rare and refined of rinds. Kubick offers divine recipes that cover everything from everyday crowd pleasers to festive feasts fit for holidays and gatherings, such as: Garlic-Honey Baked Brie with RosemarySourdough Toast with Mascarpone, Anchovies, Radish, and Pickled OnionsMonger’s Mac and CheeseDark Chocolate Goat Cheese Truffles This cheese devotee outlines the perfect cheese plate formula and offers inventive yet easy-to-execute beverage pairings, including wine, beer, spirits, and nonalcoholic drinks. These heavenly spreads and recipes wring maximum indulgence out of minimal effort and expense. Filled with seductive photography and audacious prose, Cheese Sex Death is a delightfully approachable guide to artisan cheese that will make just about anyone worship at the altar of Cheesus.

Objev podobné jako Cheese Sex Death - Erika Kubick

From Erika Kubick, renowned cheesemonger and creator of the popular blog Cheese Sex Death, comes a book of 100 seasonal and mouthwatering recipes, plates, and pairings alongside gorgeous photography—all inspired by the festivals of the pagan Wheel of the Year. Discover delectable enchantment and delicious flavors with the latest exceptional cheese book from visionary cheesemonger Erika Kubick, with more than 100 seasonal cheese recipes, plates, and pairings inspired by the pagan calendar. Captured in rich, eye-popping photography and accompanied by wickedly beautiful illustrations by Devin Forst, cheese becomes an edible manifestation of seasonal celebration. Divided into eight sections, this gorgeous compendium begins with the winter solstice and a brûléed feta fruit salad. It then carries you to the spring equinox with goat cheese scones. Welcome summer with the full moon plate and spicy honey. And finish the journey on Samhaim, the Witches' New Year, with a mushroom and brie tart. Festive, witty, and accessible, Cheese Magic is guaranteed to charm you.

Objev podobné jako Cheese Magic - Erika Kubick

From the bestselling author of 52 Things to Do While You Poo, this escape room edition contains an exciting array of puzzles to solve, all in an ingenious, brand-new formatWhether you''re an escape room aficionado or more of a traditional puzzle solver, this book will keep you entertained for hours. Navigate your way through its pages by completing various conundrums - you''ll need to gather clues as you go in order to crack the code at the end and escape from the bathroom!Inside you''ll find the following challenges and many more:- Master the art of solving sudoku grids- Challenge your eagle-eyes to spot the matching pairs- Put your algebra skills to the test with mini maths sumsFrom bestselling author and fiendish brain-teaser Hugh Jassburn, 52 Things to Do While You Poo: The Escape Room Edition is the perfect gift for puzzle lovers of all ages. Hone your problem-solving skills, develop your ability to think outside the box and find enjoyment in perseverance as you work your way towards the end of the book... and to your escape!

Objev podobné jako 52 Things to Do While You Poo: The Escape Room Edition - Hugh Jassburn

Troublemaker Noah reveals hidden depths as he teams up with goodie-two-shoes Grace to save a majestic local oak tree in this uplifting tale from bestselling author Lisa Thompson.No one can quite believe it when troublemaker Noah gets involved in the campaign to save a local oak tree. And when he takes his protest up into its branches and refuses to get down, the story goes viral, attracting more attention than he could ever imagined.But while Noah does really want to save the tree, and marvels at the thousands of creatures that depend on it as their home, he also really wants to save his parents’ marriage. He hopes that his actions will somehow unite them again and stop them arguing, but has he gone too far this time?Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Objev podobné jako The Boy in the Tree - Lisa Thompson

“For parents who want their children to read about the true meaning of Christmas” The BooksellerIt's three days until Christmas and Holly is fizzy with excitement! Her tree is a sparkle-fest, she's been to the Mistletoe Street Christmas Market and - best of all - she's met Father Christmas himself!But when Holly notices that there's one house on her street which isn't lit up, she's determined to include its elderly resident, Ivy, in the Christmas fun. And when a power cut strikes on Christmas Eve, will anyone remember Ivy? And can Holly lead her neighbours to bring joy to the whole of Mistletoe Street?A heartwarming and festive tale from new talent Kate Thompson and brought to life by Natelle Quek. This truly special book is perfect for sharing with the whole family at Christmas time. “Capturing the spirit of the season perfectly” – The Independent’s Best Christmas Picture Books for Kids 2025

Objev podobné jako Christmas Lights on Mistletoe Street - Kate Thompson

Vana do kufru pro TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (_J15_) (SUV) [07/09-], guma, vyrobená na míru, s protiskluzovou úpravou a zvýšeným okrajem, omyvatelná Často převážíte ne moc čisté věci a neradi byste si ušpinili interiér kufru? Nezapomeňte na vanu do kufru ACI, která vám pomůže s pořádkem v interiéru vozidla. Tato varianta padne jako ulitá automobilům značky TOYOTA, a to model LAND CRUISER (_J15_) (SUV) [07/09-]. K její výrobě posloužila kvalitní guma, která ideálně poslouží každému nákladu. Zásadní přednosti produktu ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 13-18 gumová vložka černá do kufru s protiskluzovou úpravou (5míst) Vana do kufru ACI se postará o udržení čistoty v úložném prostoru auta Rozumí si s automobily TOYOTA, pro model LAND CRUISER (_J15_) (SUV) [07/09-] Pro její zhotovení byla zvolena kvalitní guma Vana do kufru ACI udrží vnitřek vašeho auta čistý a uklizený

Objev podobné jako ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 13-18 gumová vložka černá do kufru s protiskluzovou úpravou (5míst) (5483X01A)

Vana do kufru pro TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (_J12_) (SUV) [09/02-07/09], plast, vyrobená na míru, s protiskluzovou úpravou a zvýšeným okrajem, omyvatelná Potřebujete v autě převážet různé předměty a přejete si, aby byl kufr stále čistý? Vsaďte na vanu do kufru ACI, která je velmi praktická. Tato varianta je perfektní pro automobily značky TOYOTA, přesněji model LAND CRUISER (_J12_) (SUV) [09/02-07/09]. Výrobce pro její zhotovení vybral pevný plast, a díky tomu je velmi lehká. Hlavní přednosti produktu ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 02- plastová vložka do kufru s protiskluzovou úpravou Vana do kufru ACI pomůže s udržením čistoty v úložném prostoru Určena pro vozy TOYOTA, pro model LAND CRUISER (_J12_) (SUV) [09/02-07/09] Pro její zhotovení byl zvolen kvalitní plast Vana do kufru ACI pomůže s čistotou uvnitř vašeho auta

Objev podobné jako ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 02- plastová vložka do kufru s protiskluzovou úpravou (5382X01)

Vana do kufru - gumová, pro automobil TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (_J12_) (SUV) [09/02-07/09], zvýšený okraj, černá barva Vozíte v autě ne zrovna dvakrát čisté věci a chcete mít kufr stále čistý? Pořiďte si vanu do kufru ACI, která vám v takovém případě úžasně poslouží. Tato varianta byla vyrobena pro automobily značky TOYOTA, konkrétně model LAND CRUISER (_J12_) (SUV) [09/02-07/09]. Jejím výrobním materiálem je kvalitní guma, která se nezalekne žádného nákladu. Ani původní koberec nepřijde k újmě díky jejímu zvýšenému okraji. Vana do kufru auta ACI je černá. Klíčové vlastnosti produktu ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 02- plastová vložka do kufru Vana do kufru ACI udrží úložný prostor v čistotě Perfektní pro automobily TOYOTA, pro model LAND CRUISER (_J12_) (SUV) [09/02-07/09] Zvýšený okraj udrží čisto uvnitř kufru Zvýšený okraj zamezí zašpinění interiéru kufru K výrobě této varianty posloužila guma Vaně vévodí černá barva Vana do kufru ACI pomůže s čistotou uvnitř vašeho auta

Objev podobné jako ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 02- plastová vložka do kufru (5382X01ND)

Vana do kufru pro TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 100 (_J1_) (SUV) [01/98-08/07], guma, vyrobená na míru, s protiskluzovou úpravou a zvýšeným okrajem, omyvatelná Potřebujete v autě převážet různé předměty a nechcete, aby byl kufr věčně špinavý? Obstarejte si vanu do kufru ACI, která se postará o pořádek uvnitř vašeho vozidla. Tato varianta je určena pro automobily značky TOYOTA, přesněji model LAND CRUISER 100 (_J1_) (SUV) [01/98-08/07]. K její výrobě posloužil kvalitní materiál, konkrétně guma, která ideálně poslouží každému nákladu. Zásadní vlastnosti produktu ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 98-08 gumová vložka černá do kufru s protiskluzovou úpravou Vana do kufru ACI se postará o udržení čistoty v úložném prostoru auta Ideální pro automobily TOYOTA, pro model LAND CRUISER 100 (_J1_) (SUV) [01/98-08/07] Materiálem je kvalitní guma Vana do kufru ACI udrží prostředí vašeho auta stále čisté

Objev podobné jako ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 98-08 gumová vložka černá do kufru s protiskluzovou úpravou (5383X01A)

Vana do kufru pro TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 200 (_J2_) (SUV) [08/07-], plast, vyrobená na míru, s protiskluzovou úpravou a zvýšeným okrajem, omyvatelná Máte nové auto a chcete mít kufr v dokonalé čistotě? Pořiďte si vanu do kufru ACI, která je velmi praktická. Tato varianta byla vyrobena pro automobily značky TOYOTA, a to model LAND CRUISER 200 (_J2_) (SUV) [08/07-]. Výrobce pro její zhotovení vybral pevný plast, a proto si u ní všimnete její mimořádné lehkosti. Zásadní vlastnosti produktu ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 200, 08- plastová vložka do kufru s protiskluzovou úpravou Vana do kufru ACI zabrání zašpinění úložného prostoru auta Ideální pro automobily TOYOTA, pro model LAND CRUISER 200 (_J2_) (SUV) [08/07-] K výrobě této varianty posloužil plast Vana do kufru ACI pomůže s udržením čistoty uvnitř vašeho auta

Objev podobné jako ACI TOYOTA Land Cruiser 200, 08- plastová vložka do kufru s protiskluzovou úpravou (5384X01)

Travel back in time to view the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the Roman Empire. Join Tranio, the son of an actor, and his friend Livia, the baker's daughter, in witnessing the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD79. Tranio, like most Roman boys, likes to watch whatever is going on: tradesmen selling their goods, ships unloading their exotic cargoes, politicians making speeches in the forum. But one hot August day a very different scene unfolds. The ground begins to shake, the sky to darken. Heading for the harbor, Tranio and his friend Livia hide on a boat and witness one of the most terrifying moments in recorded history-the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the destruction of their beloved city, Pompeii. Although this book handles the sensitive subject of a tragic natural disaster, this book perfectly pitched for years 2 and 3. It is great in explaining the daily life of Romans from a child's point of view.Perfect for first and second graders, studying the Romans in school.

Objev podobné jako Escape from Pompeii - Christina Balit

Unearth the secrets of our natural world with The Lore of the Land, a richly illustrated compendium of folklore and wisdom from the land, skies and seas. From thundering rivers to shady groves, flickering marshes to lightless caves, and from snow-capped mountains to the depths of the ocean, discover the folklore of Earth's wildest places. Stories and spirits abound in these land- and seascapes, where traditional wisdom and mysterious magics have intertwined over centuries. Each of the six chapters covers a different natural landscape, revealing the worldwide folklore surrounding Woodlands, Seas & Oceans, Wetlands, Mountains, Rivers & Streams and Hills & Caves. Beginning with tales from cultures spanning the globe, each chapter then dives into the legends of how these places were formed, their place in the human imagination and their natural and otherworldly denizens. Learn how the forests hold up the sky in Māori tradition; how in Ireland, seaweed was once thought to predict the weather; and that the ancient Greeks believed Mount Etna housed the fiery forge of the gods. All this and more is accompanied by beautiful artwork based on real folklore, uncovering the secrets of our natural world as never before. A treasury of fascinating tales and ancient wisdom, The Lore of the Land is sure to fire the imaginations of young nature-lovers, and delight anyone who has ever wondered whether there is more to our natural world than meets the eye.Also in the series:The Lore of the Wild: Folklore and Wisdom from Nature

Objev podobné jako Lore of the Land - Claire Cock-Starkey

THE BLOODTHIRSTY COUNT DRACULA HAS TRAPPED YOU INSIDE HIS CASTLE!CAN YOU ESCAPE?Readers will be transported into the pages of 14 classic horror stories in their quest to escape from Count Dracula's castle. Aid Victor Frankenstein create his monster, help Dr Jekyll escape the clutches of Mr Hyde, and lay the vicious ghost of the headless horseman to rest forever. Trace your way through labyrinthine mazes and solve intricate puzzles, learning about some of the most terrifying tales in literature as you go. Illustrated in astonishing detail by Adam Allori, this stylish and immersive puzzle book will appeal to readers of all ages.

Objev podobné jako Escape Castle Dracula - Sam Fern

Autokoberce - gumové, 3D profil, sada obsahuje 3 ks Chcete chránit interiér vašeho vozu? Zvolte pro svůj vůz kvalitní koberce REZAW-PLAST. Vhod přijdou zejména v nevlídném počasí, kdy je všude plno nečistot, bláta a vody. Zároveň chrání interiér proti působení agresivní zimní soli, která zůstává na botách. Tyto gumové autokoberce mají nenáročnou údržbu a jsou snadno omyvatelné. Jejich 3D provedení dokáže díky přesahu správně dolehnout a zachytit tak bláto, kamínky, vodu a jiné nečistoty. Balení tvoří 3 ks autokoberců. Barva koberečků je černá. Hlavní vlastnosti produktu Rezaw-Plast, Gumové koberce se zvýšeným okrajem, Toyota Land Cruiser, J200, 2008- , Gumové autokoberce REZAW-PLAST jsou téměř bezúdržbové Pečlivě ochrání podlahu vašeho vozu před vodou, sněhem, bahnem a jinými nečistotami Nabízené koberečky do auta disponují 3D provedením pro snadné zachytávání nečistot V balení najdete 3 ks autokoberečků Černá barva Kompatibilita: Výrobce: TOYOTA Model: LAND...

Objev podobné jako Rezaw-Plast, Gumové koberce se zvýšeným okrajem, Toyota Land Cruiser, J200, 2008- , (86.201413)

Autokoberce - gumové, 3D profil, sada obsahuje 3 ks Chcete chránit podlahu vašeho auta? Dejte šanci kvalitním kobercům REZAW-PLAST. Jejich přítomnost oceníte zejména v zimě a pochmurném počasí, kdy je všude plno nečistot, bláta a vody. Zároveň chrání interiér proti působení agresivní zimní soli, která zůstává na botách. Tyto gumové autokoberce nevyžadují složitou údržbu a snadno se dají vyčistit. Jejich 3D provedení dokáže díky přesahu správně dolehnout a zachytit tak bláto, kamínky, vodu a jiné nečistoty. Balení tvoří 3 ks autokoberců. Barva koberečků je černá. Klíčové vlastnosti produktu Rezaw-Plast, Gumové koberce se zvýšeným okrajem, Toyota Land Cruiser, J120, 2002-2009 Gumové autokoberce REZAW-PLAST mají praktický design Dokonale chrání podlahu vašeho vozu před nečistotami Nabízené koberečky do auta mají 3D provedení pro snadné zachycování nečistot V balení najdete 3 ks autokoberečků Černá barva Kompatibilita: Výrobce: TOYOTA Model: LAND CRUISER (_J12_)...

Objev podobné jako Rezaw-Plast, Gumové koberce se zvýšeným okrajem, Toyota Land Cruiser, J120, 2002-2009 (86.201410)

Autokoberce - gumové, 3D profil, sada obsahuje 4 ks Chcete udržet podlahu vašeho auta čistou? Pořiďte si do vašeho vozu kvalitní koberce Novline. Přijdou vhod zejména v zimě, v dešti a nevlídném počasí, kdy je všude plno nečistot, bláta a vody. Také zabraňují působení agresivní zimní soli, která se zachytává v podrážce obuvi. Tyto gumové autokoberce nevyžadují téměř žádnou údržbu a velmi snadno je vyčistíte. Jejich 3D provedení dokáže díky přesahu správně dolehnout a zachytit tak bláto, kamínky, vodu a jiné nečistoty. Balení obsahuje 4 ks koberců do auta. Barva koberečků je černá. Zásadní vlastnosti produktu Novline koberce do auta Toyota Land Cruiser 200 2012- (7 míst) Gumové autokoberce Novline jsou téměř bezúdržbové Spolehlivě ochrání podlahu vašeho auta před nečistotami, vodou, sněhem i blátem Nabízené koberečky do auta disponují 3D provedením pro snadné zachytávání nečistot V balení najdete 4 ks autokoberečků Černá barva Kompatibilita: Model: LAND CRUISER...

Objev podobné jako Novline koberce do auta Toyota Land Cruiser 200 2012- (7 míst) (4610013381629)

Autokoberce - gumové, 2D profil, sada obsahuje 4 ks Přemýšlíte, jak udržet podlahu vašeho auta v čistotě? Pořiďte si do vašeho vozu kvalitní koberce Gledring. Jejich přítomnost oceníte zejména v zimě a pochmurném počasí, kdy je všude plno nečistot, bláta a vody. Také zabraňují působení agresivní zimní soli, která se do auta dostane na podrážce obuvi. Tyto gumové autokoberce nejsou náročné na údržbu a dají se snadno omýt. Díky 2D profilaci je snadno vyjmete a vysypete. Balení tvoří 4 ks autokoberců. Barva koberečků je černá. Zásadní vlastnosti produktu Gledring koberce do auta Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 2013- (automat) Gumové autokoberce Gledring mají praktický design Bezpečně chrání podlahu vašeho vozu před nečistotami v sychravém počasí Nabízené koberečky do auta se mohou pochlubit jednoduchou údržbou díky 2D provedení Balení tvoří 4 ks autokoberečků Černá barva Kompatibilita: Výrobce: TOYOTA Model: LAND CRUISER (_J15_) (SUV) [07/09-]

Objev podobné jako Gledring koberce do auta Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 2013- (automat) (3830006482725)

DESTINY IS NEAR... The land of Jarell's ancestors, is still not safe,and he must return if he is to stop the sorcerer Ikala fromgaining power. Together with the help of Kimisi, and their new allyBo-de, the trio must journey to a city of clay if they are tofind what they need to defeat their enemy. But danger lies ahead...

Objev podobné jako Future Hero: Escape from the Clay City - Remi Blackwood

Autokoberce - gumové, 3D profil, sada obsahuje 4 ks Chcete chránit podlahu vašeho auta? Vybavte svůj vůz kvalitními koberci Novline. Jejich přítomnost oceníte zejména v zimě a pochmurném počasí, kdy je všude plno bláta a nečistot. Zabraňují také působení zimní soli, která zůstává na botách. Tyto gumové autokoberce nejsou náročné na údržbu a dají se snadno omýt. S vychytaným 3D provedením snadno zachytí bláto, kamínky vodu i další nečistoty. Balení obsahuje 4 ks koberců do auta. Barva koberečků je černá. Hlavní vlastnosti produktu Novline koberce do auta Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 2003-2009 Gumové autokoberce Novline mají praktický design Dokonale chrání podlahu vašeho vozu před nečistotami Nabízené koberečky do auta jsou charakteristické 3D provedením pro snadné zachytávání kamínků V balení najdete 4 ks autokoberečků Černá barva Kompatibilita: Výrobce: TOYOTA Model: LAND CRUISER (_J12_) (SUV) [09/02-07/09]

Objev podobné jako Novline koberce do auta Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 2003-2009 (4610013381650)

The life of Sir Harry Perry Robinson (1859-1930) unfolds like a Boy''s Own adventure. Born in India and educated at Oxford, Harry fled to the United States to make his name and fortune. After a stint in the gold mines of the American West, he became a major force in the railroad industry and helped to elect a U.S. President. Returning to England, Harry had a celebrated career as a book publisher (discovering the American author Jack London) and as a journalist for The Times, serving as the oldest correspondent during the First World War and going on to have one of the scoops of the century: the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1923.Harry''s incredible journey unfolds against the background of his equally adventurous and accomplished family. His father, Julian, was an Indian Army chaplain and newspaper editor. His aunt was a suffragette and personal friend of both Disraeli and Gladstone. Brother Philip was a dashing foreign correspondent, arrested as a spy during the Spanish-American War. Brother Edward (''Kay''), founder of the British Empire Naturalists'' Association, gave Rudyard Kipling his first writing job. And troubled sister Valence was rumoured to end her days living in a barrel on a roadside in Bulawayo. From the White House to Buckingham Palace, the American West to the Western Front, the sands of Egypt to the shores of India, the board room to the bedroom, Harry was a master of reinvention, and each of the nine ''lives'' he assumed allowed an ''escape'' from one experience into the next. His innate wanderlust was both a blessing and a curse, but it made for a splendid adventure, and Harry''s was a grand life lived in history''s shadow.

Objev podobné jako Escape Artist - Joseph McAleer

Make a thrilling escape from an ancient Egyptian tomb using logic, problem-solving and critical thinking.

Objev podobné jako Escape the Mummy's Tomb - Philip Steele

Did someone see a monkey in the swimming pool?Or a monkey drinking a cup of tea?That can't be monkey driving a bus, CAN IT?When 103 monkeys escape from the zoo and go on a mischief-filled adventure in the city, no one seems to see a thing.

Objev podobné jako The Escape - Ximo Abadia

'Gorgeously creepy and strangely human' - National Public Radio It started on Christmas Day in 1994. Dark water suddenly rose from the land, invading our homes and lives. They say it came from the depths inside the Loop. Whatever it was the Flood changed everything. Nothing would ever be the same again. Simon Stalenhag takes us to an extraordinary world, a world of fear and discovery, in a story told through his gut-punchingly spare narrative and lush illustrations. Stories told in both words and haunting illustrations, THINGS FROM THE FLOOD captures a not-too-distant reality that is both haunting and imminent: addressing the many ways developing technology and nature can create havoc and wonder in our world... and the hope we might still find in that future. Perfect for fans of everything from STRANGER THINGS to JURASSIC PARK to JUMANJI, Things from the Flood is an incredible, unmissable work of genius. PRAISE for SIMON STALENHAG'Tales has the magic. It's got the robots, the weirdness, the dinosaurs. But most of all, it has the wonder. No one who picks this book up will be the same person when they put it down again' NPR on Tales from the Loop'No words to describe this novel in pictures. Stahlenhag defined a whole new aesthetic for scifi in the 21st century' Damien Walter on The Electric State 'A chilling, unforgettable visual and narrative experience' Locus on The Electric State Stalenhag's 'stories crawl into my brain and mess with my memory of history, time and place' NPR on The Electric State

Objev podobné jako Things from the Flood - Simon Stalenhag

A sumptuous treasury of original fairytales from the brothers Grimm, introduced by award-winning author Cornelia Funke and with full colour illustrations by artists Quentin Blake, Raymond Briggs, Axel Scheffler, Oliver Jeffers, Helen Oxenbury and Emma Chichester Clark celebrating the bicentenary of the first volume of Grimms'' original fairytales.From the land of fantastical castles, vast lakes and deep forests, the Brothers Grimm collected a treasury of enchanting folk and fairy stories full of giants and dwarfs, witches and princesses, magical beasts and cunning children. From classics such as ''The Frog Prince'' and ''Hansel and Grettel'' to the delights of ''Ashputtel'' - the original Cinderella - all hold a timeless magic which has enthralled children for generations.Illustrators Quentin Blake, Raymond Briggs, Axel Scheffler, Helen Oxenbury, and Oliver Jeffers have each chosen their personal favourite fairytale to illustrate, and their individual styles make this a unique treasury for all the family to share.Contains over 50 original fairytales, collected and written by Jacob Ludwig Carol Grimm (1785-1863) and Wilhelm Carl Grimm (1786-1859), universally known as ''the brothers Grimm''. Born in the German state of Hesse, their ambition was to collect traditional tales in order to preserve Germany''s heritage. They published two volumes in 1812 and 1814 which include some of the best-known fairy tales of all time, such as ''Tom Thumb'' and ''The Elves and the Shoemaker''. Grimms'' original fairytales - some dark and scary, others light and fun - are the foundation of many favourite picture books today.This beautiful treasury is published to celebrate the bicentenary of the first volume of Grimms'' original fairytales, and includes full page colour plates by today''s top children''s book illustrators.

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Multi-million copy bestselling author Joanna Trollope''s sharp eye for family relationships and the intricacies of being human will appeal to readers of Erica James, Elizabeth Noble and Amanda Prowse. Full of her customary wit and wonderfully sharp characterisation, Girl from the South is an enthralling novel you won''t be able to put down. ''She writes so beautifully...'' -- Evening Standard''Joanna Trollope is a wonderful novelist of domestic detail... Girl From the South is, like all her books, a really good read, spiked with insight'' -- Observer''Finely-observed family tensions'' -- Sunday Mirror''At the heart of Trollope''s tightly written, acutely observed novel is what it means to be a family'' -- New Statesman''Couldn''t stop reading it'' -- ***** Reader review''[I] was really sorry to get to the end of it'' -- ***** Reader review''Absorbing. Loved it'' -- ***** Reader review''A must read'' -- ***** Reader review**********************************************************************CAN LONG-TERM HOPES AND DREAMS HOLD FAST IN THE FACE OF AN EXOTIC WIND OF CHANGE? Gillon - red-haired, intelligent, vulnerable - comes to London to escape from the demands of her wealthy, conventional, socially superior family in Charleston, South Carolina. An art historian, she has a chance meeting with Tilly, whose long-term boyfriend Henry is a wildlife photographer who is finding it hard to commit.Before long Gillon has moved into their flat, replacing Henry''s old mate William, William''s on-off-girlfriend Susie, and a lots of mess and disorganisation. Things are changing, and Tilly finds it difficult to accept that her dreams of settling down with Henry are receding further into the distance, especially when Henry announces that he is going to South Carolina to photograph the abundant wildlife of the area.There, Henry is wholly seduced by the charms of Charleston, by Gillon''s family, and by the old patrician way of life which presents itself. The rules seem to be changing, the time passing by, and the future is becoming less and less certain...

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