room on the sea andre aciman

FROM THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF CALL ME BY YOUR NAMEâ ˜A top-notch beach read.â ™ DAILY MAILâ ˜Absorbing.â ™ MAIL ON SUNDAYâ ˜The perfect escapist read.â ™ INEWSHave you ever had the sense that maybe all lives are nothing more than the chronicle of countless stinging might-have-beens that continue to haunt us?In the scorching New York heat, a hundred people wait to be selected as jurors. Paul is reading a newspaper. Catherine is reading a novel. So begins a whirlwind flirtation: over cappuccinos in Manhattan and gallery trips to Chelsea, Paul and Catherine escape into the illusion of an Italian getaway. Their feelings quickly evolve into something deeper, something â ” as mature adults with lives of their own â ” Paul and Catherine must carry on in secret, with the understanding that anything more than a casual crush is out of the question. But as the sultry summer week draws to a close, the end of their rendezvous comes into focus, and Paul and Catherine are forced to decide whether to act on their feelings or leave the fantasy of what could have been to the annals of the past.Readers adore Room on the Sea: What a beautiful short novel . . . I savoured every page. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I m a sucker for books that describe missed opportunities and longing. And here s another one who captures it perfectly. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Aciman really knows how to tune into that magical feeling of finding a soulmate. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako Room on the Sea - Andre Aciman

Celebrate Halloween with the witch and her friends in this special edition of the bestselling classic Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, with a stunning neon orange cover and lots of fun extras!Room on the Broom Halloween Edition is the ideal Halloween gift for young children, with the full classic story, tips for hosting your very own Room on the Broom Halloween party and some spooky things to make and do: create a truly magnificent witch s hat and bake some cheese wands â “ so delicious they ll disappear in a flash!Room on the Broom is the perfect story to share at Halloween. The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch s hat, bow and wand. Luckily, there are plenty of friends around to help her out, and they all want a ride on the broom too. It s a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn t used to such a heavy load and it s not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch s animal friends had better think fast!

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom Halloween Special - Julia Donaldsonová

Plan a wonderful, witchy party with The Room on the Broom Party Book, perfect for themed birthday and Halloween parties!Based on the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Room on the Broom Party Book is filled with lots of magical games and activities such as a witch s treasure hunt, broomstick games, magic bog slime and more! Also included are invitations and spooky decorations, recipes for tasty party food, and instructions for making your very own witch s cauldron piñata ⠓ plus the Room on the Broom Song, jokes and over 200 stickers.

Objev podobné jako The Room on the Broom Party Book - Julia Donaldsonová

The Room on the Broom Cookbook is jam-packed with spellbindingly delicious treats, healthy snacks and simple meals â “ all inspired by the bestselling picture book Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Make your own cheese wands, creepy crawly crackers, roasted dragon or even witch and chips. With twenty-three recipes specially designed for adults to use with children, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and lots of hints and tips on what to do next, The Room on the Broom Cookbook is a great way to inspire an interest in cooking and baking.Treat your friends with homemade fruity magic potion smoothies, bake some delicious party treats and wow everyone with the showstopping horrible beast cake. Packed full of magical recipes, this cookbook is perfect for holidays, rainy days or celebrating Room on the Broom day with a Halloween party!

Objev podobné jako The Room on the Broom Cookbook - Julia Donaldsonová

Push, pull and slide the magical moving mechanisms in this brilliant board book to meet all your favourite characters from the bestselling picture book Room on the Broom. Bring the story to life with this perfect Halloween gift for toddlers!Wiggle the witch s broomstick to make her and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains. Push and pull the tabs to see what happens when they are joined by a dog, a bird and a frog who all want a ride and .. . SNAP! Make the broom break in two.Move the magical scene-changing mechanism to scare away the greedy dragon who s hungry for a snack, and then slide out the big tab on the last page to watch the witch and her friends fly off on their brand new truly magnificent broom – whoosh!With a short, simple rhyming text based on the original story, Room on the Broom: A Push, Pull and Slide Book is the perfect introduction for preschoolers to Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, and a great gift for fans of the bestselling picture book.

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom: A Push, Pull and Slide Book - Julia Donaldsonová

Feel the witch s black cape, stroke the dog s soft fur and touch the dragon s rough scales in this interactive touch and feel book, based on the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom. Join the witch and all her animal friends in this magical touch and feel book, featuring all your favourite characters from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler s Room on the Broom. With a simple text, bright colours and touches to explore on every page, the Room on the Broom Touch and Feel Book is perfect for little hands, and is sure to keep preschool children entertained for hours.Enjoy more touch and feel books with: The Gruffalo Touch and Feel Book

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom Touch and Feel Book - Julia Donaldsonová

An amazing interactive gift edition of the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom, with flaps to lift, tabs to pull and a truly magnificent pop-up surprise!There s room on the broom for the witch s cat, but what about a dog, a bird, a frog . . . and a hungry dragon? Read the much-loved classic story and join in the fun by lifting the flaps and sliding the tabs to change the scenes and bring the story to life.From the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom: A Read and Play Story is a stunning hardback gift edition of the classic story and is sure to delight parents and children alike.

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom: A Read and Play Story - Julia Donaldsonová

Packed with games, activities and over four hundred stickers, Room on the Broom Sticker Book is a great gift for any child â “ ideal for journeys, rainy days and holidays.The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch s hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. Join them on their adventures in this fun sticker activity book, based on the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom Sticker Book - Julia Donaldsonová

A very funny story of quick wits and friendship, The Room on the Broom is another smash hit from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch s hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It s a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn t used to such a heavy load and it s not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch s animal pals better think fast!Ideal for use in the classroom, Room on the Broom Big Book is a very funny story perfect for reading aloud. Children will be captivated by Julia Donaldson s irresistible verse and Axel Scheffler s spectacular illustrations.

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom Big Book - Julia Donaldsonová

How the cat purred and how the witch grinned,As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind.A very funny story of quick wits and friendship, Room on the Broom is another smash hit from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch s hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It s a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn t used to such a heavy load and it s not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch s animal pals better think fast.This edition features the captivating classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans â “ big and small!Also available with redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo s Child, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom - Julia Donaldsonová

How the cat purred and how the witch grinned,As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind.A very funny story of quick wits and friendship, Room on the Broom is another smash hit from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch s hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It s a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn t used to such a heavy load and it s not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch s animal pals better think fast!This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans! Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo s Child, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom - Julia Donaldsonová

A magical story of quick wits and friendship, Room on the Broom is another smash hit from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.How the cat purred and how the witch grinned,As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind.The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch s hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It s a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn t used to such a heavy load and it s not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch s animal pals better think fast.This hardback edition features the classic story plus extra content from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, making this the perfect gift.Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo s Child and The Snail and the Whale.

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom - Julia Donaldsonová

Lift the flaps to discover all your favourite characters in this chunky board book based on bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom - with an eye-catching neon cover and a surprise pop-up ending!

Objev podobné jako Room on the Broom: A Lift-the-Flap Book - Julia Donaldsonová

Fly through the sky with the witch and her friends and bring the story to life with a specially-designed whoosh sound. This board book has a chunky sound button, perfect for small hands.Who s that flying over the treetops? Whoosh!It s the witch and her cat and a very tall hat.Whoosh! Went the Witch is a fun and interactive introduction to one of the UK s favourite story books, Room on the Broom from the superb partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.

Objev podobné jako Whoosh! Went the Witch: A Room on the Broom Sound Book - Julia Donaldsonová

When Elān trapped a salmon-stealing raven in his cupboard, he never expected it would hold the key to saving his people from the shapeshifting Koosh invaders plaguing their shores. In exchange for its freedom, the raven offers a secret that can save Elān’s home: the Koosh have lost one of their most powerful weapons, and only the raven knows where it is. Elān is tasked with captaining a canoe crewed by an unlikely team including a human bear-cousin, a massive wolf, and the endlessly vulgar raven. To retrieve the weapon, they will face stormy seas, cannibal giants and a changing world. But Elān is a storyteller, not a warrior. As their world continues to fall to the Koosh, and alliances are challenged and broken, Elān must choose his role in his own epic story.

Objev podobné jako The Door on the Sea - Caskey Russell

On a stormy summer day in the 1970s the wealthy Aosawas host a large birthday party in their villa on the Sea of Japan, which turns to tragedy when 17 people die from cyanide in their drinks. The only surviving links to what might have happened are a cryptic verse that could be the killer s, and the physician s bewitching blind daughter, Hisako, the only family member spared death. Inspector Teru is convinced that Hisako had a role in the crime, as are many in the town. The truth is revealed through a skilful juggling of testimony by different voices, including that of the mesmerising Hisako herself.

Objev podobné jako The Aosawa Murders - Riku Onda

As the fall of France took place, almost the entire coastline of Western Europe was in German hands. Clandestine sea transport operations provided lines of vital intelligence for wartime Britain. These secret flotillas landed and picked up agents in and from France, and ferried Allied evaders and escapees. This activity was crucial to the SIS (Secret Intelligence Service) and the SOE (Special Operations Executive). First published in 1996, the original edition included descriptions of naval operations off French North Africa. The history has now been amended and expanded by Sir Brooks and is now published in two volumes. This first volume concentrates on the sea lines to Brittany.This authoritative publication by the official historian, the late Sir Brooks Richards, vividly describes and analyses the clandestine naval operations that took place during World War Two. The account has been made possible through Sir Brooks access to closed government archives, combined with his own wartime experiences and the recollections of many of those involved.

Objev podobné jako Secret Flotillas Vol 1: Clandestine Sea Operations to Brittany 1940-44 - Brooks Richards

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

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

In July 1936 a military revolt brought civil war to Spain; it erupted into a bitter political contest and a brutal land war which have been well covered by historians â “ a less appreciated dimension of the conflict was the crucial role played by the navies of both sides. This new book describes and explores the naval operations that played out over thirty-eight months and spread well beyond the seas of Spain. Spanish guns thundered off the English coast and as far south as the Bay of Guinea. Submarines lurked in the Aegean, waiting to torpedo ships bringing supplies from the Black Sea. To the west, operations extended into the Atlantic as warships searched for blockade runners and moved between the Bay of Biscay and the Mediterranean. The book begins by describing of the Spanish navy pre-war, then covers the generalsâ ™ revolt of July 1936 and its effect in the fleet. Subsequent chapters deal with the naval war as it unfolded. It describes Francoâ ™s attempts to move the battle-hardened Spanish troops in Africa to the Spanish mainland, then shifts focus to the northern Spanish coast, where an isolated Republican enclave depended on the sea to receive weapons, food, and fuel. The author then pursues a split narrative, interweaving developments in the north and the Mediterranean and following the war to its conclusion. Significant actions fought between the two navies are all covered in detail. In addition, the book describes the crucial roles played by the British, French, German, and Italian navies in the Spanish struggle. Throughout, the author challenges the common view that the Republican navy was incompetent and inert. Based on primary as well as secondary sources, in both the English and Spanish languages, this book sheds genuinely new light on the Spanish navies of this civil war era and brings into focus their significance in the broader struggle.

Objev podobné jako The Fleet that Fought Itself - Leonard R Heinz

Welcome to the family, Nina Winchester says as I shake her elegant, manicured hand. I smile politely, gazing around the marble hallway. Working here is my last chance to start fresh. I can pretend to be whoever I like. But I ll soon learn that the Winchesters secrets are far more dangerous than my own . . .Every day I clean the Winchesters beautiful house top to bottom. I collect their daughter from school. And I cook a delicious meal for the whole family before heading up to eat alone in my tiny room on the top floor.I try to ignore how Nina makes a mess just to watch me clean it up. How she tells strange lies about her own daughter. And how her husband Andrew seems more broken every day. But as I look into Andrew s handsome brown eyes, so full of pain, it s hard not to imagine what it would be like to live Nina s life. The walk-in closet, the fancy car, the perfect husband.I only try on one of Nina s pristine white dresses once. Just to see what it s like. But she soon finds out... and by the time I realize my attic bedroom door only locks from the outside, it s far too late.But I reassure myself: the Winchesters don t know who I really am.They don t know what I m capable of . . .An unbelievably twisty read that will have you glued to the pages late into the night. Anyone who loves The Woman in the Window, The Wife Between Us and The Girl on the Train won t be able to put this down!

Objev podobné jako The Housemaid - Freida McFadden

WINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2018WINNER OF THE JEFFERIES AWARD FOR NATURE WRITING 2017The full story of seabirds from one of the greatest nature writers. The book looks at the pattern of their lives, their habitats, the threats they face and the passions they inspire â “ beautifully illustrated by Kate Boxer.Seabirds are master navigators, thriving in the most demanding environment on earth. In this masterly book, drawing on all the most recent research, Adam Nicolson follows them to the coasts and islands of Scotland, Ireland, Iceland, Norway, and the Americas. Beautifully illustrated by Kate Boxer, The Seabirdâ ™s Cry is a celebration of the wonders of the only creatures at home in the air, on land and on the sea. It also carries a warning: the number of seabirds has dropped by two-thirds since 1950. Extinction stalks the ocean and there is a danger that the grand cry of a seabird colony will this century become little but a memory.

Objev podobné jako The Seabirdâ

A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood. A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good. Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo! Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler s The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a best-selling phenomenon across the world with over 13.5 million copies sold. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo! This edition features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans - big and small! Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

Objev podobné jako The Gruffalo - Julia Donaldsonová

Join the Gruffalo s Child for a BIG adventure in this clever sequel to much-loved modern classic, The Gruffalo, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo s child disobeys her father s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn t really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo s Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler s brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo s Child has followed firmly in her father s footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again!This edition features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans â “ big and small!Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.

Objev podobné jako The Gruffalo

Meet a very helpful giant in this funny, big-hearted tale from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. George wished he wasn t the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it s time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he s the smartest giant in town . . . until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help â “ and his clothes!This edition features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans â “ big and small!Also available with redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

Objev podobné jako The Smartest Giant in Town - Julia Donaldsonová

The Gruffalo and Other Stories Treasury contains three bestselling titles by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, The Snail and the Whale and Monkey Puzzle. With a beautiful foiled and padded cover, this fun-filled treasury contains quizzes, games, songs, craft activities and more for the whole family to enjoy with each story!Discover what happens when a mouse comes face to face with a Gruffalo, join the tiny snail on an adventure with the great big whale and help kindly butterfly find Monkey s mum!Also available from this bestselling partnership: The Gruffalo s Child, Room on the Broom, The Smartest Giant in Town and A Squash and a Squeeze.

Objev podobné jako The Gruffalo and Other Stories Treasury - Julia Donaldsonová

Meet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks! There was something else out on the sea by the rocks - something dark that seemed to lurch out of the waves . . . What could it be? Julian, Dick and Anne are spending the holidays with their tomboy cousin George and her dog, Timothy. One day, George takes them to explore nearby Kirrin Island, with its rocky little coast and old ruined castle on the top.Over on the island, they make a thrilling discovery, which leads them deep into the dungeons of Kirrin Castle on a dangerous adventure. Who - and what - will they find there?This edition contains the original cover art and inside drawings by Eileen Soper.

Objev podobné jako Famous Five: Five On A Treasure Island - Enid Blyton

Meet a very helpful giant in this funny, big-hearted tale from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. George wished he wasn t the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it s time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he s the smartest giant in town . . . until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help â “ and his clothes!This handy board book format of The Smartest Giant in Town is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans! Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

Objev podobné jako The Smartest Giant in Town - Julia Donaldsonová

A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood. A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good.Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler s The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon across the world with over 13.5 million copies sold. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo! This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans! Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

Objev podobné jako The Gruffalo - Julia Donaldsonová

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo s child disobeys her father s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn t really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo s Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler s brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo s Child has followed firmly in her father s footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again! This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans! Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

Objev podobné jako The Gruffalo

#39;So I will write in English, pressing new words from this beautiful plain language spoken by all. Not courtly French to introduce God politely. Not church Latin to construct arguments. English to show it as it is. Even though it is not safe to do so. #39; From the author of Miles to Go before I Sleep comes I, Julian, the account of a medieval woman who dares to tell her own story, battling grief, plague, the church and societal expectations to do so. Compelled by the powerful visions she had when close to death, Julian finds a way to live a life of freedom - as an anchoress, bricked up in a small room on the side of a church - and to write of what she has seen. The result, passed from hand to hand, is the first book to be written by a woman in English. Tender, luminous, meditative and powerful, Julian writes of her love for God, and God #39;s love for the whole of creation. #39;All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well. #39; #39;Written with profound insight, spiritual and psychological, and a rare sensitivity to the everyday world of the fourteenth century, I, Julian is a brilliantly illuminating companion to one of the greatest works of spiritual writing in English. #39; Rowan Williams, Magdalene College, Cambridge University

Objev podobné jako I, Julian: The fictional autobiography of Julian of Norwich - Claire Gilbert

Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler s The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon across the world. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo.This hardback edition features the classic story plus extra content from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, making this the perfect gift.Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo s Child, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.

Objev podobné jako The Gruffalo - Julia Donaldsonová

All fans of Julia Donaldson s should read the enchanting tale of The Dinosaur s Diary.Surviving and finding a safe place to lay her eggs is difficult for Hypsilophodon with dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus Rex around. When she falls into a mysterious pool and finds herself on a modern farm there are still problems. Finally she finds a safe place to hatch her babies, but how can she keep thirteen baby dinosaurs safe and secret? When the farmer catches one - Hector - and plans to take him to the vet, it s up to Hypsilophodon and her fiesty daughter, Henrietta, to get him back. After a daring rescue, Hypsilophodon takes all her youngsters back through the mysterious pool to her own world.***A perfect read-aloud book for children age 7+******Julia Donaldson is one of today s most loved children s book authors***Julia Donaldson has a fast-growing reputation as a children s writer. She won the Smarties Prize and the Blue Peter Award for The Gruffalo, illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Since then, Julie and Axel have collaborated on a number of highly successful and award-winning picture books, including The Gruffalo s Child and Room on the Broom. Julia lives in Glasgow. Donaldson s flair for a good story extends way up the age-scale The Times canters along, full of fun and energy The ScotsmanVisit www.juliadonaldson.co.uk for

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Come and play with the Gruffalo and friends in this fun sticker book, bursting with activities to complete and over 1000 stickers!The Gruffalo and Friends Super Sticker Book is bursting with fun puzzles, colouring, sticker scenes and more, and features all your favourite characters from the incomparable pairing of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.With sixty-four pages of activities to complete, plus over 1000 stickers to use in the book or wherever you want, there s enough to keep little paws busy for the holidays.Includes characters from the following classic titles: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, Charlie Cook s Favourite Book, A Squash and a Squeeze, Monkey Puzzle and The Smartest Giant in Town.

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Anton Chekhov s only full-length novel, this Penguin Classics edition of The Shooting Party is translated and edited by Ronald Wilks, with an introduction by John Sutherland.The Shooting Party centres on Olga, the pretty young daughter of a drunken forester on a country estate, and her fateful relationships with the men in her life. Adored by Urbenin, the estate manager, whom she marries to escape the poverty of her home, she is also desired by the dissolute Count Karneyev and by Zinovyev, a magistrate, who knows the secret misery of her marriage. When an attempt is made on Olga s life in the woods, it seems impossible to discover the perpetrator in an impenetrable web of lust, deceit, loathing and double-dealing. One of Chekhov s earliest experiments in fiction combines the classic elements of a gripping mysterywith a short story of corruption, concealed love and fatal jealousy.Ronald Wilks s brilliant new translation of this work is the first in over seventy years. It brilliantly captures the immediacy of the dialogue that Chekhov was later to develop into his great dramas. This edition also includes an introduction by John Sutherland, suggestions for further reading and explanatory notes.Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was born in Taganrog, a port on the sea of Azov. In 1879 he travelled to Moscow, where he entered the medical faculty of the university, graduating in 1884. During his university years, he supported his family by contributing humorous stories and sketches to magazines. He published his first volume of stories, Motley Tales, in 1886, and a year later his second volume In the Twilight, for which he received the Pushkin Prize. Today his plays, including Uncle Vanya , The Seagull , and The Cherry Orchard are recognised as masterpieces the world over. If you enjoyed The Shooting Party, you might like Chekhov s Plays, also available in Penguin Classics.

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Join the Gruffalo s Child for a BIG adventure in this clever sequel to much-loved modern classic, The Gruffalo, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo s Child disobeys her father s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn t really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo s Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler s brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo s Child has followed firmly in her father s footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again!This hardback edition features the classic story plus extra content from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, making this the perfect gift.Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.

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A beautifully illustrated story of freedom, music, and seeking refuge.A small group of refugees is crowded on to a boat on the sea. They share their stories as the boat travels towards the dream of safety and freedom. One boy, Rami, has brought his violin, and his story of how the violin was invented, and of a stallion that could run like the wind, weaves through the other stories, bringing them all together into a celebration of hope and of the power of music and story. A very special, beautifully illustrated, fable for all who strive to understand, and to stand together with, those around them.Gill Lewis is the multi-award-winning and best-selling author of novels such as Sky Hawk, White Dolphin, and Scarlet Ibis and A Story Like the Wind is her lyrical and unforgettable response to the refugee crisis, which will linger on in the mind long after reading. Beautiful charcoal illustrations from Jo Weaver give this book a very special feel and make it a perfect gift.

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You are afraid of the border places. You are afraid of the fork in the road. Fleeing her mistakes in Glasgow for a marriage of convenience, Norah Mackenzie’s new home on an estate far in the north of Scotland is a chance for freedom, a fresh start. But in the dim, draughty corridors of Corrain House, something is very wrong. Despite their warm correspondence, her distant, melancholic husband does not seem to know her. She is plagued by ghost ships on the sea, spectres at the corner of her eye, by winding, grasping roots. Her only possible companion, the housekeeper Agnes Gunn, is by turns unnerving and alluring, and harbours uncanny secrets of her own. As the foundations crumble beneath her feet, Norah must uncover the truth about Corrain House, her husband, Agnes, and herself, if she is to find the freedom she has been chasing.

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She married for duty. She smuggles for freedom. Lady Arabella has a secret. Posing as Captain Araâ ”a fearless smuggling captain, running contraband along the wild Yorkshire coast, her heroic exploits at sea have earned her the respect of her crew and other captains alike. But when she accepts an arranged marriage to a wealthy Earl to save her beleaguered estate, Arabella must balance her smuggling persona with her role of demure young bride. Theo, Earl of Pembroke, believes he has found an ideal wife in beautiful and gentile Lady Arabella. He soon realizes he got more than he bargained for in this marriage. As his passion for the ferociously independent Arabella grows, so does his suspicion all is not as it seems with his new bride. As Arabella struggles to relinquish her powerful life on the sea for her new role as Countess of Pembroke, a dangerous threat to the smuggling community arises. Her loyalties are divided. Theo and Arabella are forced to battle both a renegade revenue Captain with his conspirators, and the secrets and ambitions driving a wedge between them. Together they face a deadly storm of danger and intrigue in search of a safe harbor where their love can flourish. _______________________________________Praise for Cynthia Keyes????? I read the whole book in one day. ????? Definitely recommend for anyone who loves Historical Romance. ????? Anyone who loves a good love affair, mystery and an ending that leaves you wanting more. Would enjoy this book. ????? Perfect mix of romance and historical information. ????? I enjoy regency romance and this book didn t disappoint. ????? I like the combination of mystery, intrigue and romance.

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Meet a very helpful giant in this funny, big-hearted tale from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.George wished he wasn t the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it s time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he s the smartest giant in town . . . until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help â “ and his clothes!This hardback edition features the classic story plus extra content from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, making this the perfect gift.Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo s Child, and Room on the Broom.

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A celebration of the unparalleled creative partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, packed full of fun facts, behind-the-scenes information and never-before-seen illustrations. With a foreword by Rob Brydon. Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler have been working together for over thirty years, creating some of the world’s best-loved picture books, including The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, Stick Man and Zog.Discover more about their early lives, how their creative partnership began, and dive deeper inside the wonderful worlds of all your favourite characters and stories. Packed with full-colour illustrations, sketches and photographs, in a stunning hardback edition, The Amazing World of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler is a must-have gift for fans of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, and is perfect for all the family to enjoy together. Published by Macmillan Children s Books and Alison Green Books.

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Kniha - autor Joanne K. Rowling; Jim Kay, 245 stran, anglicky, Pevná bez přebalu lesklá Prepare to be spellbound by Jim Kay’s dazzling depiction of the wizarding world and much loved characters in this full-colour illustrated hardback edition of the nation’s favourite children’s book – Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Brimming with rich detail and humour that perfectly complements J.K. Rowling’s timeless classic, Jim Kay’s glorious illustrations will captivate fans and new readers alike. When a letter arrives for unhappy but ordinary Harry Potter, a decade-old secret is revealed to him that apparently he’s the last to know. His parents were wizards, killed by a Dark Lord’s curse when Harry was just a baby, and which he somehow survived. Leaving his unsympathetic aunt and uncle for Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry stumbles upon a sinister mystery when he finds a three-headed dog guarding a room on the third floor. Then he hears of a...

Objev podobné jako Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (9781408845646)

Prepare to be spellbound by Jim Kay s dazzling depiction of the wizarding world and much loved characters in this full-colour illustrated hardback edition of the nation s favourite children s book – Harry Potter and the Philosopher s Stone. Brimming with rich detail and humour that perfectly complements J.K. Rowling s timeless classic, Jim Kay s glorious illustrations will captivate fans and new readers alike.When a letter arrives for unhappy but ordinary Harry Potter, a decade-old secret is revealed to him that apparently he s the last to know. His parents were wizards, killed by a Dark Lord s curse when Harry was just a baby, and which he somehow survived. Leaving his unsympathetic aunt and uncle for Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry stumbles upon a sinister mystery when he finds a three-headed dog guarding a room on the third floor. Then he hears of a missing stone with astonishing powers, which could be valuable, dangerous – or both. An incredible adventure is about to begin!

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Kids love to read astonishing, absurd, and amusing facts such as these and then share them with their families and friends. Amazingly pointless, but verified, factoids will gear kids up to master Jeopardy and win at family trivia nights. Chapters will feature categories with kid-appeal, including animals, sports, planets, dinosaurs, toys, technology, strange foods, superheroes, unusual pets, fashion, movies, weather, and more. Every time kids pick up this book, they’ll learn something new. (Parents also might grab this book as a boredom buster.) Did you know . . . a blue whale’s tongue weighs nearly 6,000 pounds, about as heavy as an Asian elephant the world’s first underwater post office operated on the sea floor of the Bahamas in 1939 pogonophobia is the fear of beards (perhaps spurred by a study showing that beards contain more bacteria than dog fur) (Well, now you do!)

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Never leave a yummy pudding lying around!Dad makes a pudding that tastes like a whole raft of lemons and a night on the sea. But then he does something really silly. He goes for a nap and leaves Julian in charge. Bad idea. Before he knows it, Julianâ ™s in a sticky situation. And thatâ ™s just one of his many adventures, which involve catalogue cats, cave-boy teeth . . . and a new next-door neighbour!

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**THE GENTLEMAN FROM PERU - THE NEW NOVEL FROM ANDRE ACIMAN - IS AVAILABLE NOW**In this spellbinding new exploration of the varieties of love, the author of Call Me by Your Name lets us back into his characters lives years after their first meetingIn Find Me, Aciman shows us Elioâ ™s father, Samuel, on a trip from Florence to Rome to visit Elio, now a gifted classical pianist. A chance encounter on the train upends Samiâ ™s visit and changes his life forever.Elio soon moves to Paris, where he, too, has a consequential affair, while Oliver, a New England college professor with a family, suddenly finds himself contemplating a return trip across the Atlantic.Aciman is a master of sensibility, of the intimate details and the nuances of emotion that are the substance of passion. Find Me brings us back inside the world of one of our greatest contemporary romances to show us that in fact true love never dies.Find Me, Instant Sunday Times Bestseller, May 2020

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Rome, 1964. As 13 year old Andre stands at the foot of the gangway to the ship, his mother fusses over their luggage - 32 suitcases, trunks and tea chests that contain their world. The ship will refuel and return to Alexandria, the home where they have left their father, as the Aciman family begin a new adventure.Andre is now head of the family, with a little brother to keep in line and a mother to translate for - for although she s mute, she is nothing if not communicative.Equal parts transporting and beautiful, this coming of age memoir shares the luminous, fragile truth of life for a family forever in exile, living in Rome, but still yet to find a home.

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Příběh nečekané a silné lásky mezi dospívajícím Eliem a o pár let starším Oliverem, odehrávající se ve vile na jednom útesu italské Riviéry. Ani jeden z nich není na následky vzájemné přitažlivosti připraven, oba proto nejdřív předstírají lhostejnost. Jenže v průběhu následujících neklidných letních dnů jejich vášeň nesená neúprosnými proudy posedlosti, strachu, fascinace a touhy vzrůstá a oba mladíci začínají opatrně prozkoumávat své pocity. V hloubi jejich duší se zrodí láska trvající šest týdnů a přinese jim zkušenost, která je poznamená na zbytek života. Ti dva totiž na Riviéře a během jednoho dusného večera v Římě objeví něco, co možná už nikdy znovu nenajdou: naprostou důvěrnost. André Aciman zachycuje ve své upřímné, nesentimentální a srdcervoucí elegii na lidskou vášeň psychologické manévry doprovázející přitažlivost tak bravurně jako málokdo. Román Dej mi své jméno se čtenářem nezachází v rukavičkách, nedělá si žádné iluze a je zcela nezapomenutelný.

Objev podobné jako Dej mi své jméno - Andre Aciman

Román Dej mi své jméno se čtenářem nezachází v rukavičkách, nedělá si žádné iluze a je zcela nezapomenutelný. Příběh nečekané a silné lásky mezi dospívajícím Eliem a o pár let starším Oliverem, odehrávající se ve vile na jednom útesu italské Riviéry. Ani jeden z nich není na následky vzájemné přitažlivosti připraven, jenže v průběhu následujících neklidných letních dnů jejich vášeň vzrůstá a oba mladíci začínají opatrně prozkoumávat své pocity. André Aciman zachycuje ve své upřímné, nesentimentální a srdcervoucí elegii na lidskou vášeň psychologické manévry doprovázející přitažlivost tak bravurně jako málokdo. V románu Najdi mě zachycuje autor Eliova otce Samuela na cestě z Florencie do Říma, kam jede navštívit svého syna, nadaného koncertního klavíristu. Náhodné setkání s krásnou mladou ženou však Samiho plány obrátí vzhůru nohama a navždy změní jeho život. Oživuje postavy bestselleru Dej mi své jméno a zve čtenáře, aby si nepřestal klást otázky o tom, co láska je.

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From a youthful infatuation with a cabinet maker in a small Italian fishing village, to a passionate yet sporadic affair with a woman in New York, to an obsession with a man he meets at a tennis court, Enigma Variations charts one man s path through the great loves of his life. Paul s intense desires, losses and longings draw him closer, not to a defined orientation, but to an understanding that heartache, like love, like low-grade fevers, like the longing to reach out and touch a hand across the table, is easy enough to live down . André Aciman casts a shimmering light over each facet of desire, to probe how we ache, want and waver, and ultimately how we sometimes falter and let go of the very ones we want the most. We may not know what we want. We may remain enigmas to ourselves and to others. But sooner or later we discover who we ve always known we were.

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André Aciman v tajemně smyslné novele Džentlmen z Peru rozplétá spletité cesty osudu, který má pro každého z nás už předem rozehraný part. Dokážeme se mu ubránit? Skupina přátel z vysoké školy tráví čas v luxusním hotelu na italském pobřeží Amalfi. Zatímco se opravuje jejich loď, každý den pozorují jednoho hosta - postaršího elegána, který večer co večer sedává na terase a kouří cigarety. Když se rozhodnou přizvat ho ke stolu, zaskočí je zázračnými schopnostmi a znalostmi - jedné z mladých žen pak svým vyprávěním změní život…Autor světového bestselleru Dej mi své jméno se vrací s dojemným příběhem o lítosti, osudu a životní lásce.

Objev podobné jako Džentlmen z Peru - Andre Aciman