quest for lost heroes david gemmell

''THE HARD-BITTEN CHAMPION OF BRITISH HEROIC FANTASY'' - Joe Abercrombie ''HEROISM AND HEARTBREAK . . . GEMMELL IS ADRENALINE WITH SOUL'' - Brent Weeks The Drenai fortress of Dros Delnoch has fallen and blood hungry Nadir hordes sweep across the land, bringing desolation and despair. But, with the Nadir triumphant, slavers seize a young girl in the tiny realm of Gothir and a peasant boy sets off on a quest that will shake the world.To rescue her, Kiall must cross the savage steppes and journey through the Halls of Hell, facing ferocious beasts, deadly warriors and demons of the dark.But the boy is not alone. With him are the legendary heroes of Bel-Azar: Chareos the Blademaster, Beltzer the Axeman and the bowmen Finn and Maggrig.And one among them hides a secret that could free the world of Nadir domination. For he is the Nadir Bane, the hope of the Drennai.He is the Earl of Bronze.Novels by David GemmellThe Drenai seriesLegend The King Beyond the GateWaylanderQuest For Lost Heroes Waylander II: In the Realm of the WolfThe First Chronicles of Druss the LegendJon Shannow seriesWolf in ShadowThe Last GuardianBloodstone Stones of Power Ghost KingLast Sword of Power Hawk Queen seriesIronhand''s DaughterThe Hawk Eternal Ancient Greece novelsLion of MacedonDark Prince Other novelsKnights of Dark RenownMorningstar

Objev podobné jako Quest For Lost Heroes - David Gemmell

A heroic fantasy by the Sunday Times bestselling author David Gemmell in which the forces of good and evil and the living and the dead face each other in battle...Perfect for fans of Joe Abercrombie, Duncan M. Hamilton and Conn Iggulden."Probably the finest living writer of heroic fantasy." -- TIME OUT"When it comes to heroic fantasy, nobody does it better than David Gemmell." -- THE DARK SIDE"Hero in the Shadows has everything a fan of heroic fantasy could desire..." - Stephen Donaldson"Another powerful page-turning adventure from Gemmell" -- ***** Reader review"The characters are wonderfully bought to life... you will simply fall into the world the Gemmell creates for you." -- **** Reader review **************************************Thousands of years ago the evil city of Kuan Hador was defeated by a vast army of mystic warriors, the Enemy banished beyond the Gateway between Worlds. Spells of enormous power sealed the Gateway.Now icy mists begin to form around the ruins of Kuan Hador. Awesome beasts stalk the hills and forests. The spells are fading. Beyond the Gateway the vengeful armies of Kuan Hador await.And where years before a host stood against the Enemy, now only a handful of warriors prepare to face it once more: Kysumu the Swordsman, last of a dying breed, Yu Yu Liang, the ditch digger, Ustarte, the Beast-Priestess, and the mysterious Waylander. Together they must solve an ancient mystery, which will bring the dead to life for a final battle outside Time. But first Waylander must find a way to kill a man who cannot die...

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David Gemmell was the UK''s number one fantasy and historical novelist until his death in 2006. A regular Sunday Times bestseller, and international sensation, his legacy lives on through his novels, his influence on the genre, and through the David Gemmell Legend awards.Rhyming Rings is a never-before-seen Gemmell novel. An ambidextrous killer is raping and murdering women, leaving virtually no evidence behind, and struggling journalist Jeremy Miller wishes he was covering the case. Instead, he''s stuck with heart-warming local stories about paraplegic teenagers and elderly psychic ladies. So when his stories and the murder case start to converge no one is more surprised than Jeremy.Or, it turns out, more at risk.

Objev podobné jako Rhyming Rings - David Gemmell

The first in a four book series introducing the Rigante tribe, filled to the brim with epic and heroic battles, and mixing the intriguing worlds of Celtic Myth and ancient Earth Magic from the Sunday Times bestselling author David Gemmell. You will be gripped from page one...! Perfect for fans of Joe Abercrombie, Duncan M. Hamilton and Conn Iggulden."Gemmell is several rungs above the good - right into the fabulous" -- Anne McCaffrey"When it comes to heroic fantasy, few do it better than David Gemmell." - Time Out"I was hooked from the first line..." - ***** Reader review"Compelling from start to finish..." - ***** Reader review****************************************************************************Born in the storm that kills his father, Connavar grows up among the mountains of Caer Druagh, where the Rigante tribe dwell in harmony with the land and its gods.But beyond the border, across the water, an evil force is gathering strength - an unstoppable force that will change the world beyond all recognition.Haunted by malevolent spirits and hunted by evil men, Connavar sets out on a spectacular mission to defeat this new enemy... But he is a troubled soul, dogged by fate - will he be able to defend his tribe and save his people? The story of the Rigante continues in Midnight Falcon.

Objev podobné jako Sword In The Storm - David Gemmell

Ve svém vrcholném díle završuje legendární spisovatel David Gemmell osudy králů, vojáků i prostých lidí v mýtické době hrdinů, intrik a slavných bitev.

Objev podobné jako Pád králů - Trója 3 - David Gemmell, Stella Gemmell

He is a man of many names. Some call him the Golden One; others, the Lord of the Silver Bow. To the Dardanians, he is Prince Aeneas. But to his friends, he is Helikaon. Strong, fast, quick of mind, he is a bold warrior, hated by his enemies, feared even by his Trojan allies. For there is a darkness at the heart of the Golden One, a savagery that, once awakened, can be appeased only with blood.Argurios the Mykene is a peerless fighter, a man of unbending principles and unbreakable will. Like all of the Mykene warriors, he lives to conquer and to kill. Dispatched by King Agamemnon to scout the defenses of the golden city of Troy, he is Helikaon's sworn enemy.Andromache is a priestess of Thera betrothed against her will to Hektor, prince of Troy. Scornful of tradition, skilled in the arts of war, and passionate in the ways of her order, Andromache vows to love whom she pleases and to live as she desires.Now fate is about to thrust these three together; and, from the sparks of passionate love and hate, ignite a fire that will engulf the world.Readers who know the works of David Gemmell expect nothing less than excellence from this author, whose taut prose, driving plots, and full-bodied characters have won him legions of fans the world over. Now, with this first masterly volume in an epic reimagining of the Trojan War, Gemmell has written an ageless drama of brave deeds and fierce battles, of honor and treachery, of love won and lost.

Objev podobné jako Troy: Lord Of The Silver Bow - David Gemmell

Druss Veliký, Smrtonoš, Bílý vlk...všechny tyto přezdívky si Druss za svůj život vybojoval, každá ho poznamenala několika jizvami...přes všechny bitvy však teď Druss stojí před tou největší, před volbou smrti. Ano i legenda jakou se Druss stal stárne, avšak má možnost volby. Zůstane Druss senilnět v horách ve svém srubu nebo se svoji sekerou Snagou naposled sejde z hor, aby stanul na hradbách Dross Delnochu po boku demoralizovaných Drenajců? Hrst obránců proti sta tisícům Nadirů, největší pevnost své doby proti síle severních barbarů... Román, jehož stín již nikdy David Gemmell nepřekročil. Bez pochyby nejlepší dílo tohoto spisovatele, které se dá číst znova a znova. Ikona fantasy.

Objev podobné jako Legenda - Drenaj 1 - David Gemmell

Hluboko v zelených hornatých krajích Rigantů leží osada Tři Potoky, jejíž lidé vzývají bohy vzduchu a vody a duchy země. Mezi nimi žije chlapec, jehož osud je vepsán do světla hvězd. Je to Connavar, Přízrak, zrozený v bouři, jež zničila jeho otce.Muž s příslibem velikosti má vždy nepřátele, a již na začátku této epické kroniky je předpovězeno, že vojsko z Kamene jednoho dne přepluje moře... a že jeho příchod bude jako lavina. Tady hrají svou určenou úlohu ty nejzvláštnější síly, moudré i zlé - od strašného generála a zlovolné Morrigu po lesy, jejichž kouzla sahají až do časů před příchodem člověka na svět.Toto je David Gemmell v té nejlepší formě; v epickém příběhu o odvaze, lásce a obětování, prokazuje své pověstné vypravěčské kouzlo.

Objev podobné jako Meč v bouři - Rigantská sága 1 - David Gemmell

V prvním dílu epické trilogie David Gemmell kombinuje pronikavě živoucí popisy s bohatstvím historických detailů v nepřekonatelném, dech beroucím díle lásky a nenávisti, ctižádosti i soupeření, míru i války. Tři životy změní osudy národů. Helikáón, mladý princ z Dardanie, pronásledovaný trýznivým a traumatickým dětstvím, kněžka Andromacha, jejíž ohnivá povaha a nezávislost ohrožují moc králů, a legendární válečník Argurios, ovládaný pouze myšlenkami na pomstu. V Troji naleznou město rozpolcené ničivým soupeřením - smršť žárlivostí, klamů a smrtících zrad. A za pověstnými trojskými zdmi pošilhávají krvežíznivé oči nepřátel po bohatství města a plánují jeho pád. Nastal čas statečnosti i zrady, čas krveprolévání a strachu, čas hrdinů!

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Zatímco válkychtiví a nemilosrdní Aeniřané pustoší území pod horskými državami klanů, Sigarni, Dravčí královna, přichází v této alternativní verzi vlastního vesmíru bránou vedoucí skrze prostor a čas. Taliesen, poslední z fortnýřů, nemá ponětí, proč přichází, ale ví, že hrdinové jsou vždy potřeba… Jedině Caswallon, samotář, válečník a zloděj, si uvědomuje skutečný rozsah nebezpečí a hrůz, kterým jeho lidé budou muset čelit. Zatímco se Taliesen snaží zjistit, co tu Sigarni dělá, Caswallon musí sjednotit klany, aby přemohly největší hrozbu. V tomto pokračování Dcery Železné ruky se David Gemmell vrací do čistého vzduchu Vysoké Druin a pachu krve a spáleniny, který se v něm brzy objeví.

Objev podobné jako Věčný luňák - Dravčí královna 2 - David Gemmell

2. vydáníPřízraky minulosti jsou blízko v epickém příběhu, který začíná prohlášením mladého muže: "Vyřiď mu, že jednou mu vyříznu to jeho ohavné srdce z těla." Mluvčím je Rheg, toulavý vlk, žijící mimo zákon, známý jako bastard Rheg - i když tohle mu nikdo do obličeje neřekne. Zrozený ze zrady, jeho jméno je nadávkou, a vyrostl mezi bojovnými Riganty. Ti si cení jeho umění bojovat, ale bojí se násilí v jeho srdci.V sedmnácti letech se samozvaný vyhnanec Rheg vydá do krysího hnízda, jež podle některých představuje vše, co je věčné a svaté: do Velkého města Kamene. Tady, kde si gladiátoři vydělávají na chléb zabíjením, kde učení a kultura zakrývají vnitřní zkázu a zkaženost, vytvořili rudí kněží hrůzovládu; zplodili dost nenávisti a zloby, aby vydržela několik století. A přesto tu trpící Stromový kult, vedený záhadnou Dámou se závojem, hlásá svou filozofii lásky a harmonie.Bastard Rheg nyní touží po pomstě a připravuje se k bitvě, která zničí mýtus Kamene. Dny krve se blíží a tento syn neporaženého krále-válečníka - Connavara, slavného Přízraku - musí bojovat, aby zachránil svůj svět.Půlnoční sokol je pokračováním podmanivého příběhu Rigantů, který začal Mečem v bouři, a potvrzuje, že David Gemmell je jedním z nejpůsobivějších současných autorů hrdinské fantasy.

Objev podobné jako Půlnočni sokol - David Gemmell

Druss Veliký. Legenda. Zachránce Skelnského průsmyku. Ochránce Dros Delnochu. Nejslavnější - a nejobávanější - z drenajských hrdinů.Ale dřív než Drussa znali všichni, býval mladým manželem, podtínal stromy místo lidí - většinou - a na uzdě ho držela jeho milovaná žena Rowena. Když ji unesou otrokáři, stává se z Drussa vraždící stroj mající jediný cíl - získat Rowenu zpět.David Gemmell, přední britský autor hrdinské fantasy, se vítězně vrátil ke své nejznámější postavě a upředl nové příběhy plné kouzel a čar - a cti, odehrávající se v časech, kdy jen jediný muž nosil titul Veliký!

Objev podobné jako Kroniky o Drussovi - David Gemmell

Audiokniha: Druss, vládce sekery, se stal námětem k pověstem — příběhy o mocném válečníkovi se vyprávěly po celé zemi. Ale jak příběhy s vyprávěním rostly, Druss sám stárnul. Obrátil se zády ke slávě a stáhl se do svého doupěte vysoko v horách. Prošedivělý starý válečník zde žije ve společnosti sněžných levhartů a čeká na dávného nepřítele – smrt. Na pochod se vydala barbarská horda. Vše, co stojí mezi ní a lidem Drenaje, je mocná pevnost se šesti hradbami, která nebyla nikdy dobyta. Ale teď ji drží slabí, prodejní a demoralizovaní vojáci. Velká citadela je odsouzena k zániku. Druss souhlasí, že vyjde z ústraní, aby tento poslední, beznadějný zápas vedl. Ztracené případy pro něj nic neznamenají — mnohokrát bojoval v bitvách prohlašovaných předem za prohrané… Legenda, vydaná v roce 1984, je prvním a zároveň nejznámějším fantasy románem britského spisovatele Davida Gemmella. Jedná se o první titul později známé Drenajské ságy. Gemmell začal dílo tvořit v roce 1976, kdy procházel testy na podezření na rakovinu. Dobyvatelé a odolávající pevnost jsou tak metaforou o boji s touto nemocí. Poté, co testy rakovinu neodhalily, Gemmell koncept odložil a vrátil se k němu až po doporučení svého přítele v roce 1980. Knihu nazvanou LEGENDA mu v roce 1982 schválilo nakladatelství Century Hutchinson, načež došlo k jejímu prvnímu vydání v roce 1984.

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''THE HARD-BITTEN CHAMPION OF BRITISH HEROIC FANTASY'' - Joe Abercrombie ''HEROISM AND HEARTBREAK . . . GEMMELL IS ADRENALINE WITH SOUL'' - Brent Weeks Legend is the classic Drenai novel from the British master of heroic fantasy, a powerful tale of courage and sacrifice in the face of overwhelming odds.His name is DrussThe stories of his life are told everywhere. But the grizzled Drenai veteran has spurned a life of fame and fortune and retreated to the solitude of his mountain lair. The fortress is Dros Delnoch And it is the only route through the mountains for the invading army of the Nadir. The fortress was once the Drenai''s greatest stronghold - now it will be their final battleground. And Druss their last hope. Novels by David GemmellThe Drenai seriesLegend The King Beyond the GateWaylanderQuest For Lost Heroes Waylander II: In the Realm of the WolfThe First Chronicles of Druss the LegendJon Shannow seriesWolf in ShadowThe Last GuardianBloodstone Stones of Power Ghost KingLast Sword of Power Hawk Queen seriesIronhand''s DaughterThe Hawk Eternal Ancient Greece novelsLion of MacedonDark Prince Other novelsKnights of Dark RenownMorningstar

Objev podobné jako Legend - David Gemmell

''THE HARD-BITTEN CHAMPION OF BRITISH HEROIC FANTASY'' - Joe Abercrombie ''HEROISM AND HEARTBREAK . . . GEMMELL IS ADRENALINE WITH SOUL'' - Brent Weeks A century has passed since the heroic defence of Dros Delnoch. But the people of the Drenai face a new terror: a mad emperor kept in power by two forces of unsurpassed evil. The Joinings are werebeasts of awesome power. The Dark Templars are warrior-priests whose fighting skills are without equal. Against them, the Drenai face certain defeat. One man, an outsider hated by the Drenai for his Nadir blood, and despised by the Nadir for his Drenai ancestry, sets out to bring down the emperor. He is one man against the armies of chaos.He is Tenaka Khan - the Prince of Shadows.Novels by David GemmellThe Drenai seriesLegend The King Beyond the GateWaylanderQuest For Lost Heroes Waylander II: In the Realm of the WolfThe First Chronicles of Druss the LegendJon Shannow seriesWolf in ShadowThe Last GuardianBloodstone Stones of Power Ghost KingLast Sword of Power Hawk Queen seriesIronhand''s DaughterThe Hawk Eternal Ancient Greece novelsLion of MacedonDark Prince Other novelsKnights of Dark RenownMorningstar

Objev podobné jako The King Beyond The Gate - David Gemmell

''THE HARD-BITTEN CHAMPION OF BRITISH HEROIC FANTASY'' - Joe Abercrombie ''HEROISM AND HEARTBREAK . . . GEMMELL IS ADRENALINE WITH SOUL'' - Brent Weeks High in the wooded mountains of Skeln, the woodsman, Dakeyras, and his daughter Miriel, live a life of solitude. Unbeknown to them, a group of bloodthirsty warriors stalk the mountains. Men who have never known defeat, to whom revenge and torture are meat and drink. For ten thousand in gold they are eager to kill the woodsman.Battle-hardened warriors all, they have no fear of this task - but they should have. For Miriel is a woman of fire and iron, skilled with bow and blade and taught her skills by one of the deadliest killers of all time . . . Her father, Dakeyras, better known as Waylander the Slayer.Novels by David GemmellThe Drenai seriesLegend The King Beyond the GateWaylanderQuest For Lost Heroes Waylander II: In the Realm of the WolfThe First Chronicles of Druss the LegendJon Shannow seriesWolf in ShadowThe Last GuardianBloodstone Stones of Power Ghost KingLast Sword of Power Hawk Queen seriesIronhand''s DaughterThe Hawk Eternal Ancient Greece novelsLion of MacedonDark Prince Other novelsKnights of Dark RenownMorningstar

Objev podobné jako Waylander II - David Gemmell

''THE HARD-BITTEN CHAMPION OF BRITISH HEROIC FANTASY'' - Joe Abercrombie ''HEROISM AND HEARTBREAK . . . GEMMELL IS ADRENALINE WITH SOUL'' - Brent Weeks Parmenion, the Lion of Macedon - a lone hero in search of salvation and instead finding destiny.Alexander, the Dark Prince - a child who will become Alexander, founder of the greatest empire the world has ever known. He will conquer all, save for the Chaos Spirit, the immortal evil that dwells in his soul.Together they will be forced into other dimensions, across time, into enchanted worlds full of wonder and sorcery . . .Novels by David GemmellThe Drenai seriesLegend The King Beyond the GateWaylanderQuest For Lost Heroes Waylander II: In the Realm of the WolfThe First Chronicles of Druss the LegendJon Shannow seriesWolf in ShadowThe Last GuardianBloodstone Stones of Power Ghost KingLast Sword of Power Hawk Queen seriesIronhand''s DaughterThe Hawk Eternal Ancient Greece novelsLion of MacedonDark Prince Other novelsKnights of Dark RenownMorningstar

Objev podobné jako Dark Prince - David Gemmell

''THE HARD-BITTEN CHAMPION OF BRITISH HEROIC FANTASY'' - Joe Abercrombie ''HEROISM AND HEARTBREAK . . . GEMMELL IS ADRENALINE WITH SOUL'' - Brent Weeks The gateway between past and present has opened, and evil forces of enormous power are unleashed. To close the gateway, the Sword of God must be found, and all that is known is that it shines in the clouds above the City of Beasts - a city ruled by the Dark Queen.Only one man can stand at the gateway of time - Jon Shannow, the Last Guardian. The hunters from his past who seek his death are but the first obstacle. For what Shannow doesn''t know is that his actions could warp time itself - and herald the doom of worlds.Novels by David GemmellThe Drenai seriesLegend The King Beyond the GateWaylanderQuest For Lost Heroes Waylander II: In the Realm of the WolfThe First Chronicles of Druss the LegendJon Shannow seriesWolf in ShadowThe Last GuardianBloodstone Stones of Power Ghost KingLast Sword of Power Hawk Queen seriesIronhand''s DaughterThe Hawk Eternal Ancient Greece novelsLion of MacedonDark Prince Other novelsKnights of Dark RenownMorningstar

Objev podobné jako The Last Guardian - David Gemmell

''THE HARD-BITTEN CHAMPION OF BRITISH HEROIC FANTASY'' - Joe Abercrombie ''HEROISM AND HEARTBREAK . . . GEMMELL IS ADRENALINE WITH SOUL'' - Brent Weeks A country in desperate need of heroes . . .Angostin invaders surge through the Highlands, laying waste to everything in their path. Darkness follows in their wake as a mad necromancer resurrects the eons-dead Vampyre Kings.Only the bandit Jarek Mace, and the magicker and bard Owen Odell, have the courage to fight the Angostins and the undead. Whispers soon spread that Mace is the legendary Morningstar, a saviour who will protect his country in its hour of need. Yet Mace seems nothing more than a thief and a liar.As the final battle approaches, Odell wonders which of the two Maces will triumph: the self-serving rogue or the saviour of his people, the Morningstar.Novels by David GemmellThe Drenai seriesLegend The King Beyond the GateWaylanderQuest For Lost Heroes Waylander II: In the Realm of the WolfThe First Chronicles of Druss the LegendJon Shannow seriesWolf in ShadowThe Last GuardianBloodstone Stones of Power Ghost KingLast Sword of Power Hawk Queen seriesIronhand''s DaughterThe Hawk Eternal Ancient Greece novelsLion of MacedonDark Prince Other novelsKnights of Dark RenownMorningstar

Objev podobné jako Morningstar - David Gemmell

The Hidden Science of Lost Civilisations is a guided tour through the most incredible scientific mysteries in the modern world, and a rediscovery of an ancient system of physics and spirituality that has since crumbled almost entirely into ruin. David Wilcock''s extensive knowledge of contemporary science has led him to rewrite the Mayan myth; 2012 will not be the end of the world, but will be the start of mankind''s golden period.A hidden intelligence, a living energy field that the universe is built from, which David Wilcock calls the Source Field, guides mankind''s destiny. David Wilcock has studied this intelligence for over thirty years and has come to understand that the Source Field is the key to unlocking the mysteries mankind have always struggled to answer: who are we, how did we get here and where are we going?Drawing upon alternative science, as well as cutting-edge quantum physics and consciousness research, Wilcock connects the scientific with lost traditions of ancient wisdom to predict what lies in mankind''s future.

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Artistic superstar Jim Valentino revitalizes the original Guardians of the Galaxy! As the Guardians of the Galaxy pursue a cosmic threat named Korvac from the 31st century back to the present day, it will take an awesome assemblage of Avengers to help them save all of reality! Trapped in their past, the Guardians share adventures with Spider-Man, the Thing and Ms. Marvel. But can they make their way back home? And if they do, are they ready for... Taserface?! As Major Victory leads the Guardians on a quest to find Captain America''s long-lost shield, their mission pits them against Iron Man''s twisted legacy, the marauding alien cyborgs called the Stark and the intergalactic thieves known as Force! Collecting: Avengers (1963) 167-168, 170-177, 181; Ms. Marvel (1977) 23; Marvel Team-Up (1972) 86; Marvel Two-in-One (1974) 61-63, 69; Guardians of the Galaxy (1990) 1-6

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Shakespeare and Lost Plays returns Shakespeare''s dramatic work to its most immediate and (arguably) pivotal context; by situating it alongside the hundreds of plays known to Shakespeare''s original audiences, but lost to us. David McInnis reassesses the value of lost plays in relation to both the companies that originally performed them, and to contemporary scholars of early modern drama. This innovative study revisits key moments in Shakespeare''s career and the development of his company and, by prioritising the immense volume of information we now possess about lost plays, provides a richer, more accurate picture of dramatic activity than has hitherto been possible. By considering a variety of ways to grapple with the problem of lost, imperceptible, or ignored texts, this volume presents a methodology for working with lacunae in archival evidence and the distorting effect of Shakespeare-centric narratives, thus reinterpreting our perception of the field of early modern drama.

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This is the hardback edition: the paperback edition of You Are Here is out now''David Nicholls''s most satisfying love story yet . . . it''s a romantic comedy full of longing and doubt that hits the sweet spot between pathos and bathos. Nicholls puts the reader into a perfect, pleasurable mood''SUNDAY TIMES, The 18 best novels of the year''Nicholls not only beautifully evokes quintessential British landscapes, but also maps a will-they-or-won''t-they love story between two midlifers (fans will be reminded of One Day''s Dexter and Emma) . . . Rest assured, you''ll be very invested in a happy ending''INDEPENDENT, Best new books to read in 2024''Witty and moving at the same time, it''s a figurative and literal journey that might even have you hunting for your walking boots''GQ, Best books of 2024''Nobody writes a love story quite like David Nicholls and I thought You Are Here was even better than One Day''RED, Best books of the year''Written with charm and wit, it even made me consider walking the Northumberland Coast Path''JACQUELINE WILSON, SPECTATOR''A comforting antidote to the grimness of our grim world''GUARDIAN''Nicholls''s knack for warm characters, funny dialogue and superb scene-setting is as spot-on as ever''DAILY MAIL''A great comic novel . . . The reader becomes so invested in the outcome of this romance that it makes the whole world shimmer with a kind of secret possibility''OBSERVER''A novel that will make you feel terrific''FINANCIAL TIMES''Few contemporary writers make characters feel as human as David Nicholls does''BBC.com''The irresistible feel of a classic romance''MAIL ON SUNDAY''Romantic, funny and hopeful''DOLLY ALDERTON, author of Good MaterialThe new novel by the author of One Day, now a major Netflix seriesWinner of the Books Are My Bag Readers Award for Fiction 2024Shortlisted for the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for comic fiction 2024Sometimes you need to get lost to find your wayMarnie is stuck. Stuck working alone in her London flat, stuck battling the long afternoons and a life that often feels like it''s passing her by.Michael is coming undone. Reeling from his wife''s departure, increasingly reclusive, taking himself on long, solitary walks across the moors and fells. When a persistent mutual friend and some very English weather conspire to bring them together, Marnie and Michael suddenly find themselves alone on the most epic of walks and on the precipice of a new friendship.But can they survive the journey?A new love story by beloved bestseller David Nicholls, You Are Here is a novel of first encounters, second chances and finding the way home.ONE OF BRITAIN''S MOST ACCLAIMED WRITERS ''One of the most astute chroniclers of England as it is now'' FINANCIAL TIMES ''An uncanny ability to make us laugh out loud, but also care passionately about his characters'' DAILY TELEGRAPH ''Nicholls writes with such tender precision about love'' THE TIMES ''No one else writes novels that are both relatable and revelatory in the way he does'' EVENING STANDARD ''Genuinely brilliant'' NEW STATESMANDavid Nicholls, You Are Here Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller May 2024 (UK)

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Elmer, Wilbur and a brave troop of elephants set out on a quest to find the famous Lost Treasure of the jungle. When they stumble across a beautiful forgotten temple, Elmer's friends rush inside, keen to find the Lost Treasure before him, but Elmer appears to have stopped searching... A new tale from master-storyteller David McKee that delivers just as much pathos as the very first, this is the twenty-eighth Elmer storybook.

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A SPECIAL, LIMITED CLOTHBOUND EDITION OF THE BOOK OF THE YEAR. Signed by the author.The beloved number 1 Sunday Times bestseller by the author of One DayA beautiful new twist on the iconic original design, featuring:✔ Real cloth✔ Unmissable sprayed edges with a quote from the book✔ Blue ribbon marker✔ Matching endpapers''Written with charm and wit, it even made me consider walking the Northumberland Coast Path''JACQUELINE WILSON, SPECTATOR''A triumph, a real gift of a novel''SUNDAY TIMES''A comforting antidote to the grimness of our grim world''GUARDIAN''Nicholls''s knack for warm characters, funny dialogue and superb scene-setting is as spot-on as ever''DAILY MAIL''I read David Nicholls'' new book You Are Here - you''ll love it as much as One Day . . . Probably his best yet''INDEPENDENT''A great comic novel . . . The reader becomes so invested in the outcome of this romance that it makes the whole world shimmer with a kind of secret possibility''OBSERVER''A novel that will make you feel terrific''FINANCIAL TIMES''Few contemporary writers make characters feel as human as David Nicholls does''BBC.com''The irresistible feel of a classic romance''MAIL ON SUNDAY''Romantic, funny and hopeful''DOLLY ALDERTON, author of Good Material''Tender, wise and joyful. I inhaled it''JOJO MOYES, author of Me Before You''Magnificent''MARIAN KEYES, author of My Favourite MistakeSometimes you need to get lost to find your wayMarnie is stuck. Stuck working alone in her London flat, stuck battling the long afternoons and a life that often feels like it''s passing her by.Michael is coming undone. Reeling from his wife''s departure, increasingly reclusive, taking himself on long, solitary walks across the moors and fells. When a persistent mutual friend and some very English weather conspire to bring them together, Marnie and Michael suddenly find themselves alone on the most epic of walks and on the precipice of a new friendship.But can they survive the journey?A new love story by beloved bestseller David Nicholls, You Are Here is a novel of first encounters, second chances and finding the way home.ONE OF BRITAIN''S MOST ACCLAIMED WRITERS ''One of the most astute chroniclers of England as it is now'' FINANCIAL TIMES ''An uncanny ability to make us laugh out loud, but also care passionately about his characters'' DAILY TELEGRAPH ''Nicholls writes with such tender precision about love'' THE TIMES ''No one else writes novels that are both relatable and revelatory in the way he does'' EVENING STANDARD ''Genuinely brilliant'' NEW STATESMANDavid Nicholls, You Are Here Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller May 2024 (UK)

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The Quest of the Holy Grail adds a spiritual dimension to the adventures of Arthur's knights. Galahad replaces Lancelot as the central figure, though he appears and disappears so often that many of the knights are engaged in a quest to find him rather than the Grail. The central concept of the Grail was never accepted by the Church, and the Quest remains a secular romance which can be interpreted as a spiritual allegory. This is done by the hermits who appear throughout the story, pointing out the meaning of each adventure. The adventures have a strong element of the magical and otherworldly, and the story is more closely structured than Lancelot, with the accomplishment of the Grail adventure by Galahad, Perceval and Bors as its centre and culmination. For a full description of the Vulgate Cycle see the blurb for the complete set.

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"Ghost story, love story, and mystery in equal measure, Helene Dunbar''s Prelude for Lost Souls is filled with unforgettable characters who reveal the many ways a life can be haunted. Perfect for fans of The Raven Boys."-Lisa Maxwell, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Magician seriesFrom acclaimed author Helene Dunbar comes the start of a spellbinding young adult series about a small town filled with spiritualists and one boy who wants out, perfect for readers who want teen ghost books and fans of Maggie Stiefvater, Maureen Johnson, and Nova Ren Suma.In the town of St. Hilaire, most make their living by talking to the dead. In the summer, the town gates open to tourists seeking answers while all activity is controlled by The Guild, a sinister ruling body that sees everything.Dec Hampton has lived there his entire life, but ever since his parents died, he''s been done with it. He knows he has to leave before anyone has a chance to stop him.His best friend Russ won''t be surprised when Dec leaves-but he will be heartbroken. Russ is a good medium, maybe even a great one. He''s made sacrifices for his gift and will do whatever he can to gain entry to The Guild, even embracing dark forces and contacting the most elusive ghost in town.But when the train of Annie Krylova, the piano prodigy whose music has been Dec''s main source of solace, breaks down outside of town, it sets off an unexpected chain of events. And in St. Hilaire, there are no such things as coincidences.Perfect for readers looking for:ghost town booksyoung adult lgbt booksatmospheric storiesPraise for Prelude for Lost Souls:"Dunbar invokes small-town intrigue and plentiful atmosphere with this haunting, romantic tale."-Publishers Weekly"A quietly compelling story."-Kirkus Reviews"Mesmerizing and haunting, Dunbar invites readers into a world of family secrets, anxious ghosts and a society''s ruthless grasp for power that will leave you wanting more."-The Nerd DailyAlso by Helene Dunbar:We Are Lost and Found

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The Drenai King is dead - murdered by a ruthless assassin. Enemy troops swarm into Drenai lands. Their orders are simple - kill every man, woman and child.But there is hope.Stalked by men who act like beasts and beasts that walk like men, the warrior Waylander must journey into the shadow-haunted lands of the Nadir to find the legendary Armour of Bronze. With this he can turn the tide. But can he be trusted? For he is Waylander the Slayer.

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A spiritual journey to discover the feminine face of God• Describes how the author gave up her life of comfort to move to the first Tibetan Buddhist monastery in the West, Kagyu Samye Ling• Details her 18-month pilgrimage around the world inspired by the compassion and wisdom of the female Buddha Green Tara and her entourage of 21 emanations• Woven throughout with Tibetan Buddhist teachings and methods, including practices with Green Tara and White TaraCan traditional spiritual practices bring about radical change for a happier existence in modern life? A life-changing dream encounter with Jesus the Christ propels former broadcaster and healer Anna Howard on a profound journey of spiritual awakening. From her roots in mystical Christianity, her quest leads her to discover Vajrayana Buddhism in the first Tibetan Buddhist monastery in the West, Kagyu Samye Ling, in Scotland. Awakening to the feminine face of God, Anna immerses herself in the compassion practices of the female Buddha Green Tara and her 21 emanations. Deeply inspired, her inner work finds its outer expression in an 18-month global pilgrimage, from Holy Island Lindisfarne to South Africa. As she and her friends distribute 21 small Tara statues, blessed by Akong Tulku Rinpoche, Anna too finds transformation.Touching the deep core of human longing, Quest for the Enlightened Feminine is a story of faith, courage, and determination. Illustrating a path to freedom and happiness, Anna Howard shows how the divine feminine can awaken our enlightened potential. Interwoven with Tibetan Buddhist teachings and methods, including practices with Green Tara and White Tara, Tonglen meditation, and exercises for working with the 21 Taras, this book reveals how to put these sacred teachings into practice in your own life.

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A Book of the Year in The Observer and The Times and winner of the Visionary Honours Award.''David Harewood writes with rare honesty and fearless self-analysis about his experiences of racism and what ultimately led to his descent into psychosis . . . This book is, in itself, a physical manifestation of that hopeful journey.'' - David Olusoga, author of Black and BritishThis powerful and provocative memoir charts critically acclaimed actor David Harewood’s life from working class Birmingham to the bright lights of Hollywood. He shares insights from his recovery after an experience of psychosis and uncovers devastating family history. Maybe I Don''t Belong Here is a groundbreaking account of the impact of everyday racism on Black mental health and a rallying cry to examine the biases that shape our society.As a young actor, David had a psychotic breakdown and was sectioned under the Mental Health Act. He was physically restrained by six police officers, sedated, then hospitalized and transferred to a locked ward. Only now, thirty years later, has he been able to process what he went through.What caused this breakdown and how did David recover to become a successful actor? How did his experiences growing up contribute to a rupture in his sense of his place in the world? David’s compelling story poses the question: Is it possible to be Black and British and feel welcome and whole?''One of the best books on mental health, race, Britain and the thrill of acting I have ever read.'' – Stephen Fry

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Winged demons gather, silent and unseen, above the city of Usa, their talons long and sharp. Their purpose is clear, as is the prophesy: Upon the deaths of the three kings, the demon riders of the Krayakin will become flesh, free to slake their thirst with human blood - and the stench of evil will cover the land. Two of the kings are already dead. For the prophesy to be fulfilled, spreading carnage across the world, the Demon Lord must sacrifice the third king: Queen Axiana's unborn child.When Emperor Skanda disbands his army, the pregnant queen takes flight, pursued by the Lords of the Undead. All hope lies with three ancient heroes, though discarded by the emperor, they are still Drenai soldiers: Bison the giant, Kebra the bowman, and the great swordsman Nogusta - the Demon Lord's greatest foe. But will these warriors - once the best in the land - be enough to stem the tide of gruesome horror that threatens to envelop the world?

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Bane the Bastard is the illegitimate son of the Rigante king who men called Demonblade. Born of treachery, Bane grew up an outcast in his own land, feared by his fellow highlanders, and denied by the father whose unmistakable mark he bore–the eyes of Connavar, one tawny brown, the other emerald green.Hounded from the country of his birth, Bane found acceptance across the seas–only to have it stripped away in an instant by a cruel and deadly swordsman. Now fighting as a gladiator in the blood-soaked arenas of the Empire, Bane lives for one thing: revenge. And he pursues his goal with the same single-minded determination that won his father a crown.But more is at stake than a young warrior’s quest for vengeance. The armies of the Stone are preparing to march on the lands of the Rigante. The fate of human and Seidh alike will be decided by the clash of swords–and by the bonds of twisted love and bitterness between a father and a son . . .

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Even in death, Skilgannon the Damned's name lives on. Now, as an ancient evil threatens to flood the Drenai heartlands in a tide of blood, he returns...A thousand years after they fell in battle, two heroes - Druss and Skilgannon - are revered throughout the war-torn lands of the Dernai, where men and women live in abject fear of the dark sorceress known as the Eternal...But what if the soul of one such hero could be called back from the void, his bones housed again in flesh? An ancient prophecy foretold that Skilgannon would return in his people's darkest hour. To most, this was a foolish hope. But not so to Landis Kan. Having found Skilgannon's ancient tomb, he gathers up the bones and peforms the mystic ritual.But the reborn hero is an enigma: a young man whose warrior skills are blunted and whose memories are fragmented. This Skilgannon is a man out of time, Marooned in a world as strange to him as a dream, remote from all he knew and loved. Or nearly all. Before bringing back Skilgannon, Landis Kan had experimented upon other bone fragments found in the hero's tomb. That ritual resulted in a surly giant who possessed astounding strength but no memories. To Kan, he is a dangerous failure. To Skilgannon, this giant represents their last hope.As ageless evil threatens to drown the Drenai lands in blood, two legendary heroes will once again lead the way to freedom.

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Christianity Today 2024 Book Award (Biblical Studies)The third quest for the historical Jesus has reached an impasse. But a fourth quest is underway--one that draws from a heretofore largely neglected source: John''s Gospel.In this book, now in paperback, renowned New Testament scholar Craig Blomberg advances the idea that John is a viable and valuable source for studying the historical Jesus. The data from John should be integrated with that of the Synoptics, which will yield additional insights into Jesus''s emphases and ministry.Blomberg begins by reviewing the first three quests, reassessing both their contributions and their shortcomings. He then discusses the emerging consensus regarding demonstrably historical portions of John, which are more numerous than usually assumed. Peeling back the layers, we discover in Jesus''s ministry an emphasis on purity and purification. The Synoptics corroborate this discovery, specifically in Jesus''s meals with sinners. Blomberg then explores the practical and contemporary applications of Jesus the purifier, including the "contagious holiness" that Jesus''s followers can spread to others.

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In 1999, Conrad Anker found the body of George Mallory on Mount Everest, casting an entirely new light on the mystery of the lost explorer. On 8 June 1924, George Leigh Mallory and Andrew ''Sandy'' Irvine were last seen climbing towards the summit of Everest. The clouds closed around them and they were lost to history, leaving the world to wonder whether or not they actually reached the summit - some 29 years before Edmund Hillary and Tensing Norgay. On 1 May 1999, Conrad Anker, one of the world''s foremost mountaineers, made the momentous discovery - Mallory''s body, lying frozen into the scree at 27,000 feet on Everest''s north face. Recounting this day, the authors go on to assess the clues provided by the body, its position, and the possibility that Mallory had successfully climbed the Second Step, a 90-foot sheer cliff that is the single hardest obstacle on the north face. This is a remarkable story of a charming and immensely able man, told by an equally talented modern climber.

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Froggy, Fearless, and Ready for Adventure! Leap into this new 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 Legendary Berry Quest, the woggle scouts take off in an old biplane to explore Giant Fruit Island. There they search for a mythical fruit that promises everlasting youth, but soon find their efforts blocked by mischievous lemurs, giant Grow Worms, and perilous river rapids.For more action-packed adventures with Croaky Hopper, read Search for the Sasquatch.

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Quest for the Red Sulphur: The Life of Ibn ''Arabi is undoubtedly a landmark in Ibn ''Arabi studies. Until the publication of this book, anyone who wanted to learn about the life of Ibn ''Arabi has had little choice of material to work from. This major study by Claude Addas is based on a detailed analysis of a whole range of Ibn ''Arabi''s own writings as well as a vast amount of secondary literature in both Arabic and Persian. The result is the first-ever attempt to reconstruct what proves to have been a double itinerary: on the one hand, the journey that took Ibn ''Arabi from his native Andalusia to Damascus—and on the other hand, the ''Night Journey'' which carried him along the paths of asceticism and prayer to the ultimate stage of revelation of his mystic quest.

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Pastry chef David Lebovitz is known for creating desserts with bold and high-impact flavor, not fussy, complicated presentations. Lucky for us, this translates into showstopping sweets that bakers of all skill levels can master. In Ready for Dessert, elegant finales such as Gâteau Victoire, Black Currant Tea Crème Brûlée, and Anise-Orange Ice Cream Profiteroles with Chocolate Sauce are as easy to prepare as comfort foods such as Plum-Blueberry Upside-Down Cake, Creamy Rice Pudding, and Cheesecake Brownies. With his unique brand of humor—and a fondness for desserts with “screaming chocolate intensity”—David serves up a tantalizing array of more than 170 recipes for cakes, pies, tarts, crisps, cobblers, custards, soufflés, puddings, ice creams, sherbets, sorbets, cookies, candies, dessert sauces, fruit preserves, and even homemade liqueurs. David reveals his three favorites: a deeply spiced Fresh Ginger Cake; the bracing and beautiful Champagne Gelée with Kumquats, Grapefruits, and Blood Oranges; and his chunky and chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies. His trademark friendly guidance, as well as suggestions, storage advice, flavor variations, and tips will help ensure success every time.  Accompanied with stunning photos by award-winning photographer Maren Caruso, this new compilation of David’s best recipes to date will inspire you to pull out your sugar bin and get baking or churn up a batch of homemade ice cream. So if you’re ready for dessert (and who isn’t?), you’ll be happy to have this collection of sweet indulgences on your kitchen shelf—and your guests will be overjoyed, too.

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Dusting Off Thunderbolts is not just another book about how to be a good leader. Having worked in 50 countries on a quest to find what he calls the heart of leadership, Sir John Jones shares wisdom gleaned from diverse cultures and continents. You will hear from giants of sport, literature, art, film and music, and be guided by poets, philosophers, war heroes and Nobel prize-winners.Sir John will introduce you to external forces that spark the inner spirit of leadership. The ancients called such forces "muses" and, like old friends, they have sustained Sir John through more than 40 years of leadership. Muses favour those courageous enough to work tirelessly at their craft and travel each day the tough road of hard practice, dedication and quiet heroism. Sadly, some leaders deny their existence, believing that they themselves are the sole source of their success. For these leaders, the gods will dust off their thunderbolts.Teeming with practical ideas, stories and suggestions, Dusting Off Thunderbolts will make you laugh, make you cry, make you think and help you grow. It is an affirmation of those who lead with deep humanity. It is a clarion call to those who see themselves as a constant work in progress. It champions those who take risks but give themselves permission to fail. It is a companion for those who have the courage to stand at the front while embracing their own vulnerability. It is a celebration of the leadership spirit within all of us. For all our failings, flaws and fears, neither the gods nor their muses can do their work without us.

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Sometimes you need to get lost to find your wayMarnie is stuck.Stuck working alone in her London flat, stuck battling the long afternoons and a life that increasingly feels like it's passing her by.Michael is coming undone.Reeling from his wife's departure, increasingly reclusive, taking himself on long, solitary walks across the moors and fells.When a persistent mutual friend and some very English weather conspire to bring them together, Marnie and Michael suddenly find themselves alone on the most epic of walks and on the precipice of a new friendship.But can it survive the journey?A new love story by beloved bestseller David Nicholls, You Are Here is a novel of first encounters, second chances and finding the way home.

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"Lovers of cuteness will delight in this adorable kitty adventure." —Jim Benton, author of the Catwad seriesCats, magical portals, and snacks, oh my!One day when their human leaves for work, Squash and Ginny find themselves in the most unfortunate predicament: without snacks. With a little help from a magical portal, the two cats embark on a quest to find ingredients for a potion that will produce unlimited goodies.At first, their mission doesn’t seem so tough. It takes them on a boat race across Mewmaid Ocean and a hot air balloon ride over Mount Lava. But when the cats reach the Enchanted Rain Forest to gather enchanted rainwater, the last item on their list, their mission runs dry. . . It turns out it hasn’t rained in the Enchanted Rain Forest in weeks! What a cat-astrophe!Can Squash and Ginny get to the bottom of what’s causing this dry spell and secure the final ingredient they need? Or have Squash and Ginny taken their last bite . . . for good? This chapter book graphic novel debut from Susie Yi is perfect for fans of Catstronauts, Babymouse, and Catwad!

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A graphic novel with rich, irresistible art and an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink story, Puppy Knights: Quest for the Golden Bones is an immersive and rollicking graphic novel of two treasure-hunting dog adventurers who are in way over their snouts! Adventurers Sparky and Pugsly have been hired by the prince of the kingdom of New Pawston to find its most precious treasure, the Golden Bones. They aren't the sharpest dogs, but they make up for it with a lot of energy and enthusiasm! Unafraid and unaware, their search sends them from one peril to another—going up against brigands, a secret society of cats, a snobby hotel clerk, and the deepening mystery of the Prince’s true intentions. All the while, the two remain constant companions, their friendship and their understanding of the world growing as they move through it. This zany graphic novel, written by Michael Sweater and rendered in bracing panoramic detail by artist Josue Cruz, is a delightful romp for mutts and kids alike!Â

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''A delightful insight into an eclectic life''The Daily Telegraph''Very funny and astute . . . a loathly feast for royal-watchers'' Hilary Mantel, New Statesman Books of the Year 2018''A complete delight, conjuring up, with a few sharp strokes of the pen, a mad, exotic species from a world gone by''Craig Brown, Mail on Sunday''Gloriously indiscreet . . . the best royal book ever''Harry Mount, Financial Times* * *When James Pope-Hennessy began his work on Queen Mary''s official biography, it opened the door to meetings with royalty, court members and retainers around Europe. The series of candid observations, secrets and indiscretions contained in his notes were to be kept private for 50 years. Now published in full for the first time and edited by the highly admired royal biographer Hugo Vickers, this is a riveting, often hilarious portrait of the eccentric aristocracy of a bygone age. Giving much greater insight into Queen Mary than the official version, and including sharply observed encounters with, among others, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, the Duke of Gloucester, and a young Queen Elizabeth, The Quest for Queen Mary is set to be a classic of royal publishing.

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Sbírejte tuto kachničku Davida z The Lost Boys! S výškou cca 9 cm a precizními detaily, které zachycují charakteristický vzhled této postavy, je ideální pro fanoušky hororů. Dodává se ve stylové papírové krabičce s okýnkem. Vhodné pro děti od 6 let

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Marvel break-out Shang-Chi sets off to unlock the keys to immortality and save his father in this all-new, original graphic novel adventure! Twelve-year-old Shang-Chi and and his younger sister, Shi-Hua, are the only children in the grand palace of the Five Weapons Society. Their father, Zheng-Zu, is a harsh master, and all Shang-Chi wants is to prove himself in his father's eyes. So when he overhears that his father's powers may be waning and discovers an ancient scroll that might be the key to helping him get those powers back, Shang-Chi knows exactly what to do.For the first time in his life, he sneaks out of the palace and into the outside world, hoping to return with one of the legendary Peaches of Immortality to gift his father. But the world beyond the palace is very different from everything Shang-Chi has been taught, especially a boy called Lu, who knows more about Zheng-Zu than he should. With his home and father's health on the line, Shang-Chi cannot fail in his quest - but does his father deserve to be saved? A bright graphic novel following Marvel's Shang-Chi An action packed and fun story Perfect for fans of Marvel

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This beautiful hardback gift book is a stunning visual journey through Black British history for younger readers by award-winning historian and broadcaster David Olusoga and illustrated by Jake Alexander and Melleny Taylor. The essential starting place for anyone who wants to learn about Black British History. David Olusoga’s thought provoking text charts the forgotten histories of Black people in Britain from Roman times right through to the present day.From Roman Africans guarding Hadrian’s Wall, to an African trumpeter in the court of Henry the Eighth, Black Georgians fighting for the abolition of slavery, Black soldiers fighting for Britain in the First World War, Windrush and right up today. These are the stories that brought us all together in this country.When did Africans first come to Britain?Who are the well-dressed black children in Georgian paintings?Why did the American Civil War disrupt the Industrial Revolution?These and many other questions are answered in this essential introduction to 1800 years of the Black British history.This children''s edition of the bestseller Black and British: A Forgotten History is beautifully illustrated in full-colour with maps, portrait galleries, timelines, photos and portraits.

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Kniha vychází u příležitosti výstavy Josef Achrer - The Quest for Tranquil Space pořádané v American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center ve Washingtonu, DC, ve dnech 11. 6. - 7. 8. 2022. Předcházela jí Achrerova Výprava do ticha vesmíru uskutečněná v Galerii Zdeněk Sklenář v Praze ve dnech 29. 3. - 30. 4. 2022.

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"David Stroh has produced an elegant and cogent guide to what works. Research with early learners is showing that children are natural systems thinkers. This book will help to resuscitate these intuitive capabilities and strengthen them in the fire of facing our toughest problems."—Peter Senge, author of The Fifth Discipline Concrete guidance on how to incorporate systems thinking in problem solving, decision making, and strategic planning—for everyone!Donors, leaders of nonprofits, and public policy makers usually have the best of intentions to serve society and improve social conditions. But often their solutions fall far short of what they want to accomplish and what is truly needed. Moreover, the answers they propose and fund often produce the opposite of what they want over time. We end up with temporary shelters that increase homelessness, drug busts that increase drug-related crime, or food aid that increases starvation.How do these unintended consequences come about and how can we avoid them? By applying conventional thinking to complex social problems, we often perpetuate the very problems we try so hard to solve, but it is possible to think differently, and get different results.Systems Thinking for Social Change enables readers to contribute more effectively to society by helping them understand what systems thinking is and why it is so important in their work. It also gives concrete guidance on how to incorporate systems thinking in problem solving, decision making, and strategic planning without becoming a technical expert.Systems thinking leader David Stroh walks readers through techniques he has used to help people improve their efforts on complex problems like:ending homelessnessimproving public healthstrengthening educationdesigning a system for early childhood developmentprotecting child welfaredeveloping rural economiesfacilitating the reentry of formerly incarcerated people into societyresolving identity-based conflictsand more!  The result is a highly readable, effective guide to understanding systems and using that knowledge to get the results you want.

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets The Dangerous Book for Boys, DANGER IS EVERYWHERE is a brilliantly funny handbook for avoiding danger of all kinds that will have everyone from reluctant readers to bookworms laughing out loud (very safely) from start to finish.DOES IT WARN YOU ABOUT WHAT TO DO IF A SHARK COMES UP OUT OF THE LOO WHILE YOU ARE SITTING ON IT? Yes it does.AND HOW TO FIND OUT IF YOUR GRANNY IS A ROBOT? That too.AND WHAT TO DO IF A VOLCANO ERUPTS UNDERNEATH YOUR HOUSE? After you''ve made sure it''s not a neighbour''s barbecue, this book will let you know exactly how to deal with it.''I dislocated my jaw laughing'' Eoin Colfer, author of Artemis FowlWritten by Docter Noel Zone, the world''s greatest (and only) Dangerologist, with the help of his neighbours:David O''Doherty (words) is a stand-up comedian, writer and regular guest on television shows such as QI, Have I Got News For You and Would I Lie To You? He has written two theatre shows for children, including one where he fixed their bicycles live on stage.Chris Judge (pictures) is the award winning author/illustrator of The Lonely Beast and a number of other picture books for children. His work has appeared in high-profile advertising campaigns, newspapers, magazines, exhibitions and other media in Ireland and the UK. His most recent work includes cover artwork for Roddy Doyle''s Brilliant.www.DangerIsEverywhere.co.uk''A brilliantly silly survival guide'' Sunday Express''A Joyful riposte to over-cautious parents . . . well-paced and funny throughout.'' Time Out London''Imagine the Mighty Boosh crashed into the Wimpy Kid'' The Times''A surreal, daft and funny book . . . A bracing satirical sideswipe at today''s health-and-safety culture, aimed at kids who''ll get the irony and relish the silliness.'' Financial Times''Brilliantly funny'' Gransnet''A brilliantly mapcap guide'' ni4Kids.com''Laugh-out-loud'' TheSchoolRun.com

Objev podobné jako Danger Is Everywhere: A Handbook for Avoiding Danger - David O'Doherty

Hazel can never find anywhere to store her nuts! Every year, bigger squirrels raid all the nuts that she hides up high, greedy foxes and badgers dig up all the nuts she hides down below and crafty jay birds spy her secret spots and steal everything she hides in between. Growing desperate, Hazel starts hiding her nuts closer and closer to humans. That doesn''t work either! But Hazel''s luck changes when a couple of concerned humans, charmed by her persistence and imagination, make it their mission to give Hazel her most successful year yet.Includes facts about squirrels and the real events behind the true stories!

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