the bear raymond briggs

One night a great big, white polar comes to stay with Tilly. The bear s got black hooked claws and huge yellow teeth; but his white furry coat is warm and soft and Tilly decides he s the cuddliest thing in the whole world. Tilly soon finds out that a big bear can cause big problems - he takes a LOT of looking after! But when she describes the bear s latest antics to her parents they think he s a figment of her imagination - but is he? From the creator of The Snowman, Father Christmas and Fungus the Bogeyman - now a live theatre show!

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Early one morning, Jim woke up and saw a massive plant growing outside his window . . .In this re-telling of the classic children s story by author of The Snowman Raymond Briggs, a little boy called Jim finds a beanstalk outside his window one morning. Like his predecessor Jack, he decides to climb it - and at the top, he finds a huge castle and a rather grumpy giant. But this giant isn t at all what Jim expected . . .This funny and yet heartwarming story showcases the importance of friendship, problem-solving, and above all - kindness.More classic stories from Raymond Briggs:The Snowman - the wordless picture bookFather ChristmasUG: Boy Genius of the Stone AgeThe Elephant and the Bad Baby

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Experience a day in the life of a Bogeyman in this brilliantly gross picture book for older children.Life under ground in Bogeydom is full of snot, smells, slime, scum and other unspeakable things. The Bogeymen that live there revel in every kind of nastiness imaginable - especially their day-job of scaring human beings. But there s one Bogeyman who isn t so sure he wants to be part of Bogeydom after all . . .Beloved classic author Raymond Briggs has created a whole new world in this sophisticated cartoon-strip picture book for older children which will entice the most reluctant of readers into books.More classic stories from Raymond Briggs:The Snowman - a wordless picture bookFather ChristmasFather Christmas Goes on HolidayUG: Boy Genius of the Stone AgeJim and the Beanstalk

Objev podobné jako Fungus the Bogeyman - Raymond Briggs

When the snaw faws, magic glisters in the air. Wan snawy day a laddie builds a Snawman and in the middle o the nicht the Snawman comes tae life. Featurin artwork fae the original animatit film The Snowman, this bonnie book will tak ye on a magical journey tae the North Pole and hame again.

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Tom refers to his grandfather as Collar because he drags him around on a lead. One day, Tom decides that he will take Collar on a walk to see the puddles he has named after the members of the family, but the puddles are not there. Collar insists that this is because it hasn t rained, but Tom believes that it s just because they haven t been put in yet. He wanders off, leaving Collar talking to Mrs Whitebobblehat, and comes across just the person he needs . . . Finally, puddles restored to their full, family-resembling glory, Tom and Collar go home for tea.

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The Elephant and the Bad Baby is the classic story from Elfrida Vipont and Raymond Briggs.The Elephant takes the Bad Baby for a ride and they go rumpeta, rumpeta, rumpeta down the road. They help themselves to ice creams, pies, buns, crisps, biscuits, lollipops and apples, and the shopkeepers follow them down the road shouting and waving. All ends well as the Bad Baby learns to say Please and his mother makes pancakes for everyone.Elfrida Vipont worked as a teacher, singer and writer. She wrote over 30 books and won the Carnegie Medal in 1950 for Lark on the Wing. Raymond Briggs has produced wonderful children s books including the classic titles The Snowman, Father Christmas and When the Wind Blows - all made into immensely successful films. Raymond lives in Sussex.Look out for these other titles by Raymond Briggs:The Snowman; The Elephant and the Bad Baby; Father Christmas; Fungus the Bogeyman; Raymond Briggs s Christmas Little Library; The Father Christmas it s a Bloomin Terrible Joke Book; Jim and the Beanstalk; Father Christmas Goes on Holiday.

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Join curious Ug on his quest for a pair of soft trousers in this funny and touching stone-age story from creator of The Snowman, Raymond Briggs.Ug and his parents live in the Stone Age. And that means stone blankets, stone cold food, an even colder cave and, worst of all, hard stone trousers! Being an inquisitive and intelligent child, Ug suggests a series of modifications to improve the quality of family life. His ideas about heating, cooking, boats, and balls that actually bounce are initially met with a hostile reaction. But with the help of his father, who slowly comes round to his son s way of thinking, Ug comes tantalisingly close to his ultimate soft-trousered goal . . .This heartwarming and hilarious tale, told in comic strip format, is the perfect gift for a curious child learning to understand the world around them.More classic Raymond Briggs stories:Fungus the BogeymanThe Snowman - a wordless picture bookFather ChristmasFather Christmas Goes on HolidayJim and the BeanstalkThe Elephant and the Bad Baby

Objev podobné jako UG: Boy Genius of the Stone Age and His Search for Soft Trousers - Raymond Briggs

Raymond Briggs world-famous graphic account of one ordinary couple s attempt to stand firm in the face of nuclear annihilation remains as powerful today as it was when it was first published in 1982.Following Jim and Hilda Blogg in the days before and after a nuclear attack on Britain, When the Wind Blows is alternately funny, shocking, heartbreaking and devastating. Few can read it and not be deeply moved.Despite writing some of the most beloved and enduring children s books of all time - The Snowman, Father Christmas and Fungus the Bogeyman - When the Wind Blows is very much a story for adults. Not only does it articulate the fears of the generations who grew up in the shadow of the Cold War, but it also speaks today of our own fears, living as we do in a nuclear age.Written and illustrated by Briggs, When the Wind Blows has never been out of print.

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From one of the nation s most beloved authors and the creator of The Snowman, comes a brand new edition of two forgotten children s classics by Raymond Briggs.Also illustrated by the author, the book was inspired by the author s childhood adventures in post-war London. The two friends Tim and Gerry stumble upon a deserted house, but after they spot a ghostly face behind a boarded-up window, they decide to investigate further ....Introduced by renowned children s author, Chris Riddell, who was taught by Raymond Briggs in the 1980s, and published as a sumptuous gift hardback, this book will entrance and entertain a new generation of children.

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It s time for a bloomin holiday in this hilarious sequel to the beloved festive classic, Father Christmas.In this brilliant funny sequel from Raymond Briggs, author of The Snowman, a still rather grumpy Father Christmas decides to go on holiday. Of course, no-one needs a holiday more than Father Christmas . . . but where can such a well-known and easily recognized person go?As Father Christmas sets off in search of his ideal holiday spot. he travels to France, Scotland and Las Vegas - but as he soon discovers, there s really nowhere like home.

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Asa Briggsâ ™s energy fuelled him to write more than fifty books, including five formidable volumes on the history of broadcasting. At the zenith of his fame he was one of the best-known historians of his generation, his name on a cover a guarantee of substantial sales.From humble beginnings in the back streets of Keighley, he rose to become a peer of the realm, one of the Great and the Good. He was Vice-Chancellor of Sussex, the most fashionable of the new universities, and Chancellor of the Open University, the largest. He became President of the Workersâ ™ Educational Association, reflecting his deep commitment to a more equal society. His own life illustrated the power of education to overcome disadvantage.But for all his success, his was also a story of frustration and disappointment. He took on too much, and in later life was unable to juggle his commitments as once he could. Moreover, the world around him had changed. Once at the centre of things, he found himself on the periphery.The inner life of Asa Briggs was more turbulent than it appeared from the outside. Even those who thought they knew him well may be surprised by the revelations in this fascinating biography.

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The first book in the best-selling, award-winning ‘Bear and the Piano’ trilogy. Winner of the Waterstones Children #39;s Book Prize, Illustrated Book Category for 2016 Over 120,000 copies have been sold of The Bear and the Piano in the UK. One day, a young bear stumbles upon something he has never seen before in the forest. As time passes, he teaches himself how to play the strange instrument, and eventually the beautiful sounds are heard by a father and son who are picnicking in the woods. The bear goes with them on an incredible journey to New York, where his piano playing makes him a huge star. He has fame, fortune and all the music in the world, but he misses the friends and family he has left behind. A moving tale of exploration and belonging from best-selling and critically acclaimed author David Litchfield. The Sunday Times –‘The influence of the great illustrators Jon Klasen and Shaun Tan are detectable in David Litchfield’s opulent The Bear and the Piano.’The Guardian –‘This book is full of breath-taking scenes, from the stunning forest to the rich New York skyline. #39;Huffington Post —‘A heart-warming and beautifully illustrated tale of music, friendship and adventure.’The Daily Mail —‘A sumptuous treat… [Litchfield] weaves magic with light and space...The ending will have your heart soaring like a soprano’s top C.’The Bookseller —‘One of the most impressive debuts of the autumn, this is a really stunning picture book with both critical and commercial appeal […] Distinctive, atmospheric and uplifting, it #39;s my picture book of the year.’ **Don #39;t miss David Litchfield #39;s other books:The Bear and the Piano [1] The Bear, the Piano, The Dog and the Fiddle [2]The Bear, the Piano and Little Bear’s Concert [3] Grandad #39;s Secret Giant Lights on Cotton Rock

Objev podobné jako The Bear and the Piano - David Litchfield

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

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Share The Bear and the Piano with even the youngest children using this special board book edition. The first book in the best-selling, award-winning ‘Bear and the Piano’ trilogy. Winner of the Waterstones Children #39;s Book Prize, Illustrated Book Category for 2016 Over 120,000 copies have been sold of The Bear and the Piano in the UK. One day, a young bear stumbles upon something he has never seen before in the forest. As time passes, he teaches himself how to play the strange instrument, and eventually the beautiful sounds are heard by a father and son who are picnicking in the woods. The bear goes with them on an incredible journey to New York, where his piano playing makes him a huge star. He has fame, fortune and all the music in the world, but he misses the friends and family he has left behind. This best-selling tale of exploration and belonging, which won the Waterstones Children #39;s Book Prize 2016, Illustrated Book Category, is now available in board book.The Bookseller – ‘Winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and a personal favourite. Now in board format. #39; **Don #39;t miss David Litchfield #39;s other books:The Bear and the Piano [1]The Bear, the Piano, The Dog and the Fiddle [2]The Bear, the Piano and Little Bear’s Concert [3] Grandad #39;s Secret Giant Lights on Cotton Rock

Objev podobné jako The Bear and the Piano - David Litchfield

The second book in the best-selling, award-winning ‘Bear and the Piano’ trilogy. The first book in the trilogy - The Bear and the Piano - has sold over 120,000 copies in the UK and won the Waterstones Children #39;s Book Prize, Illustrated Book Category for 2016 Hector and his dog Hugo have made music together through good times, bad times and even some crazy times. But when Hugo learns to play the fiddle, and gets the chance to play with Bear’s Big Band, Hector’s jealousy gets the better of him. Can Hector swallow his pride and learn to be happy for his friend? Set in New Orleans with a new cast of animal musicians, this big-hearted sequel to the best-selling The Bear and the Piano teaches that friendship, like good music, lasts forever.BBC Music Magazine - #39;Litchfield #39;s warm, richly coloured images are filled with gentle humour, while he packs plenty of emotion and nuance into his succinct text- and music as a starring role. #39;The Daily Mail - ‘Litchfield’s stunning illustrations conjure up the twinkling lights and sombre shadows of New Orleans, beautifully reflecting the joy and melancholy that offset each other in this touching story. Another guaranteed bestseller from this remarkable artist.’ The Daily Mail, #39;Best Christmas Books #39; - #39;Loyalty and friendship underpin this touching story from the wonderful David Litchfield...Litchfield’s captivating rendition of New Orleans’ lights and sombre shadows reflects joy and melancholy to stunning effect.’ The Bookseller, #39;Editor #39;s Choice #39; - #39;A big-hearted sequel starring a new cast of animals musicians...this captures all the warmth and charm of the original, with show stopping cityscapes and heartfelt emotion.’ The Bookseller, #39;Season #39;s Highlights #39; - ‘Completely charming tale of friendship and music.’ **Don #39;t miss David Litchfield #39;s other books:The Bear and the Piano [1] The Bear, the Piano, the Dog and the Fiddle [2]The Bear, the Piano and Little Bear’s Concert [3] Grandad #39;s Secret GiantLights on Cotton Rock

Objev podobné jako The Bear, The Piano, The Dog and the Fiddle - David Litchfield

NEW stunning hardback edition of Jane Riordanâ ™s prequel collection inspired by Milneâ ™s classic stories, with Mark Burgess illustrations created in the style of E.H.Shepard s iconic art.`You should find out about your Before, Christopher Robin, and then tell it to us all. Enjoy the early adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh and friends in this stunning 100th anniversary rangeâ ™s hardback edition.This authorised prequel story collection takes the reader back to the younger Christoper Robinâ ™s world, when Pooh Bear was bought from Harrods. It includes a furry tale in London Zoo, a tall tale at The Natural History Museum and a tiny tale of a nursery mouse.We all have a place in our hearts for the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh told by A.A.Milne in Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner. Highly talented author Jane Riordan has written a wonderful collection of stories in the style of A.A.Milne, that take us back to where it all began, when Winnie-the-Pooh was first purchased for Christopher Robin in Harrods.Jane Riordan has a strong pedigree in writing in the style of A.A.Milne, having also created Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King, Tales from the Forest, Winter in the Wood and Winnie-the-Pooh Easter Hunt.The stories in this 100th Anniversary rangeâ ™s hardback edition are decorated with beautiful illustrations by Mark Burgess in the style of E.H.Shepard. Mark is uniquely suited to this having also illustrated Return to the Hundred Acre Wood,The Best Bear in All the World, Tales from the Forest and Winter in the Wood.Itâ ™s a real tribute to the worldâ ™s most famous bear and the perfect opportunity for everyone to find out how these favourite friends become the larger than life characters we all love.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearTales from the ForestWinter in the WoodThe nationâ ™s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for nearly 100 years. Milneâ ™s classic childrenâ ™s stories â “ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself â “ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether youâ ™re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

Objev podobné jako Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was a Bear - Jane Riordanová

NEW stunning paperback edition of Jane Riordanâ ™s prequel collection inspired by Milneâ ™s classic stories, with Mark Burgess illustrations created in the style of E.H.Shepard s iconic art.â ˜You should find out about your Before, Christopher Robin, and then tell it to us all. Enjoy the early adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh and friends in this stunning 100th anniversary rangeâ ™s hardback edition.This authorised prequel story collection takes the reader back to the younger Christoper Robinâ ™s world, when Pooh Bear was bought from Harrods. It includes a furry tale in London Zoo, a tall tale at The Natural History Museum and a tiny tale of a nursery mouse.We all have a place in our hearts for the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh told by A.A.Milne in Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner. Highly talented author Jane Riordan has written a wonderful collection of stories in the style of A.A.Milne, that take us back to where it all began, when Winnie-the-Pooh was first purchased for Christopher Robin in Harrods.Jane Riordan has a strong pedigree in writing in the style of A.A.Milne, having also created Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King, Tales from the Forest, Winter in the Wood and Winnie-the-Pooh Easter Hunt.The stories in this 100th Anniversary rangeâ ™s paperback edition are decorated with beautiful illustrations by Mark Burgess in the style of E.H.Shepard. Mark is uniquely suited to this having also illustrated Return to the Hundred Acre Wood,The Best Bear in All the World, Tales from the Forest and Winter in the Wood.Itâ ™s a real tribute to the worldâ ™s most famous bear and the perfect opportunity for everyone to find out how these favourite friends become the larger than life characters we all love.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearTales from the ForestWinter in the WoodThe nationâ ™s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for nearly 100 years. Milneâ ™s classic childrenâ ™s stories â “ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself â “ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether youâ ™re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

Objev podobné jako Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was a Bear - Jane Riordanová

â ˜Briggsâ ™s pencil has drawn everything about being human â “ the comic, the tragic; passion, tenderness, fear, anger, joy, bogeys ... slimeâ ™ Posy Simmonds

Objev podobné jako Raymond Briggs - Nicolette Jones

A beautiful, new edition of the illustrated A-Z of Folklore from seminal figure Katharine Mary Briggs. Katharine M. Briggs should have a statue in every town square in Britain. - Philip Pullman The finest guide ever written. - Philip Pullman A beautifully illustrated A-Z of British folklore - in all its beauty, wonder and eccentricity. Katharine Mary Briggs (1898-1980) was a British folklorist, scholar and author, recognized today as the most important archivist of British folktales. Over the course of her life, she published fourteen books, lectured widely and was president of The Folklore Society. Her books were read and used by contemporaries including J.R.R. Tolkein. To reflect the monumental work Briggs did to collect, catalogue and publish folk stories from Britain and Ireland before the turn of the 21st century, The Folklore Society present an annual award in her honor. This new edition of one of Briggs #39; seminal works is a dictionary of folklore creatures and tales, illustrated in rich, vivid detail by artist Fee Greening. From brownies to Shetland selkies, Cornish spriggans to Nuckelavee (the most horrid of monsters in all of Britain) Briggs #39;s Dictionary of Fairies is a treasury of stories, songs and creatures passed down from one generation to the next.

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Celebrate The Best Bear in all the World with this official sequel to the beloved classic children s stories by A.A.Milne.With brand-new stories from some of the most beloved children s authors writing today: Paul Bright, Brian Sibley, Kate Saunders and Jeanne Willis â “ each transports you back into the Hundred Acre Wood for more adventures with Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore and the rest of the beloved gang.This paperback edition features gorgeous illustrations by Mark Burgess, in the style of the cherished decorations by E.H.Shepard.This book will delight fans of the classic originals old and new. The short stories are perfect for bedtime reading with ages five and up.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearThe nationâ ™s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. Milneâ ™s classic childrenâ ™s stories â “ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself â “ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether youâ ™re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

Objev podobné jako Winnie the Pooh: The Best Bear in all the World - Brian Sibley, Willis Jeanne, Paul Bright, Kate Saunders

Celebrate The Best Bear in all the World with this 100th Anniversary rangeâ ™s paperback edition of the official sequel to the beloved classic children s stories by A.A.Milne.â ˜There you are,â ™ said Pooh to Piglet, â ˜didnâ ™t I say all along there was nothing to worry about? Join Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore and the rest of the beloved friends for adventures across the seasons in the Hundred Acre Wood, in this stunning 100th anniversary rangeâ ™s hardback edition.Four highly acclaimed authors â “ Paul Bright, Brian Sibley, Kate Saunders and Jeanne Willis â “ transport you to the Hundred Acre Wood where you will meet mythical creatures, mysterious new friends (and foes), and a peculiar type of sauce. Theyâ ™re the kind of adventures that just seem to happen in the Hundred Acre Wood.This 100th anniversary rangeâ ™s paperback edition features gorgeous illustrations by Mark Burgess, in the style of the cherished decorations by E.H.Shepard.This book will delight fans of the classic originals old and new. The short stories are perfect for bedtime reading with ages five and up.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearThe nationâ ™s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. Milneâ ™s classic childrenâ ™s stories â “ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself â “ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether youâ ™re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

Objev podobné jako Winnie-the-Pooh: The Best Bear in all the World - Brian Sibley, Willis Jeanne, Paul Bright, Kate Saunders

From the creators of the bestselling The Bear Behind, comes a hilarious snowy tale about what happens when little fibs begin to snowball . . . Ivor has a Bear Behind - a great big, booming bear who has the habit of appearing at just the wrong time.So the morning Ivor wakes up to the most magical, glittering blanket of snow, he s determined to keep his Bear Behind hidden away and enjoy his snow day. But when a little fib slips out about his sledging skills, his lie begins to snowball out of control . . . and so does his very silly, very chilly Bear Behind! A rip-roaringly funny, super-duper snowy picture book about the importance of telling the truth. Written by Sam Copeland, the bestselling author of Charlie Changes into a Chicken, with bold, bright illustrations by Pippa Curnick, creator of the award-winning Indigo Wilde series.(The Bear Behind was a two-time Top 10 Official Indie Children s Bestseller in 2023 - via Litalist, Sept and Nov 2023)

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Celebrate The Best Bear in all the World with this 100th Anniversary hardback edition of the official sequel to the beloved classic children s stories by A.A.Milne.â ˜There you are,â ™ said Pooh to Piglet, â ˜didnâ ™t I say all along there was nothing to worry about? Join Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore and the rest of the beloved friends for adventures across the seasons in the Hundred Acre Wood, in this stunning 100th anniversary rangeâ ™s hardback edition.Four highly acclaimed authors â “ Paul Bright, Brian Sibley, Kate Saunders and Jeanne Willis â “ transport you to the Hundred Acre Wood where you will meet mythical creatures, mysterious new friends (and foes), and a peculiar type of sauce. Theyâ ™re the kind of adventures that just seem to happen in the Hundred Acre Wood.This special 100th Anniversary range s hardback edition features gorgeous illustrations by Mark Burgess, in the style of the cherished decorations by E.H.Shepard.This book will delight fans of the classic originals old and new. The short stories are perfect for bedtime reading with ages five and up.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearThe nationâ ™s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. Milneâ ™s classic childrenâ ™s stories â “ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself â “ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether youâ ™re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

Objev podobné jako Winnie-the-Pooh: The Best Bear in all the World - Brian Sibley, Willis Jeanne, Paul Bright, Kate Saunders

Celebrate The Best Bear in all the World with this official sequel to the beloved classic children s stories by A.A.Milne.With brand-new stories from some of the most beloved children s authors writing today: Paul Bright, Brian Sibley, Kate Saunders and Jeanne Willis â “ each transports you back into the Hundred Acre Wood for more adventures with Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore and the rest of the beloved gang.This hardback edition features gorgeous illustrations by Mark Burgess, in the style of the cherished decorations by E.H.Shepard.This book will delight fans of the classic originals old and new. The short stories are perfect for bedtime reading with ages five and up.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearThe nationâ ™s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. Milneâ ™s classic childrenâ ™s stories â “ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself â “ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether youâ ™re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

Objev podobné jako Winnie the Pooh: The Best Bear in all the World - Brian Sibley, Willis Jeanne, Paul Bright, Kate Saunders

A fantastic new novella from the master of magic and adventure. Bestselling author Raymond E. Feist returns to the city of Krondor and one of his most loved characters, Jimmy the Hand.The Crawler: a name whispered in fearâ ¦In the crime-ridden back alleys of Krondor a rival gang has sprung up to threaten the Upright Manâ ™s Mockers. Does the Crawler control the rival gang? Where does his power come from? And does it threaten the peace of the Kingdom?James, personal squire to Prince Arutha of Krondor, but in the underworld known as the thief and trickster Jimmy the Hand, must travel to Kesh in disguise. There, working with William, lieutenant of the princeâ ™s household guard and son of the magician Pug, and Jazhara, niece to the Keshian lord Hazara-Khan, he must attempt to unmask the mysterious Crawler and rid Krondor of his influence.

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A beautiful companion title to the critically acclaimed The Hare-Shaped Hole, The Bear-Shaped Hole is a profound, heart-warming story that helps children understand and prepare for loss. Gerda and Orlo are best bear friends. When Gerda was there, Orlo always had time for a game or a story, a joke or a rhyme. He was never too busy to listen, to talk, to help, to share, or to go for a walk.But slowly, something starts to change. Orlo reveals he is ill, and as he softly explains to Gerda, he is not going to get better. Gerda is overwhelmed by emotions she cannot quite explain, but Orlo gently helps her prepare, so they can spend their time together making memories that will last a lifetime. When the time comes, Gerda can fill the Bear-Shaped hole in her life with the special moments she shared with Orlo. This brand new picture book is the latest powerful and moving tale from John Dougherty and Thomas Docherty, the award-winning creators of The Hare-Shaped Hole. This sensitively written and beautifully illustrated story explores the process of preparing for loss as well as the experience of loss itself. The Bear-Shaped Hole is a gentle, heartfelt tale that helps children navigate and understand the complex emotions associated with loss. Perfect for parents looking for a way to address sensitive topics, it covers a range of themes to support meaningful conversations.

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

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

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

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

*Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year 2019* Winner of the Rathbones Folio Prize 2019 * Winner of the Ted Hughes Award 2018 * Winner of the Somerset Maugham Award * Shortlisted for the Jhalak Prize *The Perseverance is the multi-award-winning debut by British-Jamaican poet Raymond Antrobus.Ranging across history and continents, these poems operate in the spaces in between, their haunting lyrics creating new, hybrid territories. The Perseverance is a book of loss, contested language and praise, where elegies for the poetâ ™s father sit alongside meditations on the d/Deaf experience.Audiobook now available from Audible, Amazon and iTunes.

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Everything was quiet and sunny and calm. No cause for excitement whatever. It s only Marlowe, finding another body. He does it rather well by now. Murder-a-day Marlowe, they call him . . . Private Investigator Philip Marlowe is hired to find a missing woman. Derace Kingsley s wife ran away to Mexico to get a divorce and marry a hunk named Chris Lavery. Or so the note she left her husband says. Trouble is, when Philip Marlowe asks Lavery about it he denies everything. But when Marlowe next encounters Lavery, he s denying nothing - on account of the two bullet holes in his heart. Now Marlowe s on the trail of a killer, who leads him out of smoggy Los Angeles all the way to a murky mountain lake . . .The Lady in the Lake is Raymond Chandler s fourth novel featuring laconic PI Philip Marlowe. Chandler s best novels carry the crime story to levels of artistry that have rarely been matched Daily Mail Chandler grips the mind from the first sentence Daily Telegraph One of the greatest crime writers, who set standards others still try to attain Sunday Times Chandler is an original stylist, creator of a character as immortal as Sherlock Holmes Anthony Burgess

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The Art of UNIX Programming poses the belief that understanding the unwritten UNIX engineering tradition and mastering its design patterns will help programmers of all stripes to become better programmers. This book attempts to capture the engineering wisdom and design philosophy of the UNIX, Linux, and Open Source software development community as it has evolved over the past three decades, and as it is applied today by the most experienced programmers. Eric Raymond offers the next generation of hackers the unique opportunity to learn the connection between UNIX philosophy and practice through careful case studies of the very best UNIX/Linux programs.

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There was once a bear, a great, white bear - Queen of Beasts. But over the years the ice disappeared, slipping away like sand through an hourglass. Slowly, slowly, one by one, the other animals moved on. The great bear has no choice but to leave her snowy realm to search for food, friends and a new home. She soon discovers a world that is growing hotter whilst hearts grow colder - until one small act of kindness changes everything.The Bear in the Stars is a heartwarming and inspiring story about the power of kindness.A beautiful and inspirational tale of hope and change, perfect for younger readers.

Objev podobné jako The Bear in the Stars - Alexis Snell

A heart-warming family tale based on the real story of a musical teddy bear, featured on best-loved TV show, The Repair Shop. Sue has always longed for a sister so when her parents tell her they are adopting a little girl from Hong Kong she is over the moon with excitement. When Kwai arrives, her new surroundings feel strange and unfamiliar and, despite Sue s attempts to help, Kwai finds it difficult to settle into her new home. Then, one day, Sue has a wonderful idea and buys Kwai a very special gift - a musical teddy bear - that Kwai falls in love with instantly. For Kwai, the bear represents the start of her life in the UK and now, in The Repair Shop, Kwai hopes that the team can restore the beloved bear for her to relive the treasured memories from her childhood.

Objev podobné jako The Repair Shop Stories: The Singing Bear - Amy Sparkes

First published in 1984, a picture book in which the Little Mouse will do all he can to save his strawberry from the Big, Hungry Bear, even if it means sharing it with the reader. The Little Mouse and the Big Hungry Bear are known and loved by millions of children around the world. Little Mouse loves strawberries, but so does the bearâ ¦ How will Little Mouse stop the bear from eating his freshly picked, red, ripe strawberry.

Objev podobné jako The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear - Audrey Wood, Don Wood

How does one spot the bottom of a bear market? What brings a bear to its end?There are few more important questions to be answered in modern finance. Financial market history is a guide to understanding the future. Looking at the four occasions when US equities were particularly cheap - 1921, 1932, 1949 and 1982 - Russell Napier sets out to answer these questions by analysing every article in the Wall Street Journal from either side of the market bottom.In the 70,000 articles he examines, one begins to understand the features which indicate that a great buying opportunity is emerging.By looking at how markets really did work in these bear-market bottoms, rather than theorising how they should work, Napier offers investors a financial field guide to making the best provisions for the future.This new edition includes a brand new preface from the author and a foreword by Merryn Somerset Webb.

Objev podobné jako Anatomy of the Bear - Russell Napier

Give the young person in your life the mindset they need to thrive.Kids today are presented with new challenges all the time. They face an uncertain future and are under constant pressure to thrive in an overwhelming and fast-paced world.You vs the World: The Bear Grylls Guide to Never Giving Up retells Bear Grylls most extreme adventures in a kid-friendly way. He shares the life lessons he s learned along the way, and how the skills needed to survive in the wild can be used in everyday life. From finding confidence to bouncing back from failure, Bear gives children the tools they need to survive and thrive in their own lives.

Objev podobné jako You Vs the World - Bear Grylls

First published in 1984, a picture book in which the Little Mouse will do all he can to save his strawberry from the Big, Hungry Bear, even if it means sharing it with the reader. The Little Mouse and the Big Hungry Bear are known and loved by millions of children around the world. Little Mouse loves strawberries, but so does the bearâ ¦ How will Little Mouse stop the bear from eating his freshly picked, red, ripe strawberry.

Objev podobné jako The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry and the Big Hungry Bear - Audrey Wood, Don Wood

Puloma must summon immense courage to rescue a captive bear in this gripping adventure from award-winning author Jasbinder Bilan.Can Puloma save Nyla the bear and herself at the same time?Unwanted and lonely living with her unkind aunt, Puloma ends up running away with the circus. Sheâ ™s relieved to find work and a place to live but canâ ™t understand why the other circus workers are constantly worried about the police finding them.The reason for their fears is the circusâ ™s star act â “ a dancing sloth bear called Nyla. This form of cruelty is now illegal in India, and when Puloma sees Nyla being mistreated, she decides to try to help her escape â ¦Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Objev podobné jako Puloma and the Bear - Jasbinder Bilan

Could challenge CJ Sansom for dominion Sunday TimesLondon, 1656: Captain Seeker is back in the city, on the trail of an assassin preparing to strike at the heart of Oliver Cromwell s RepublicThe Commonwealth is balanced on a knife edge. Royalists and disillusioned former Parliamentarians have united against Oliver Cromwell, now a king in all but name. Three conspirators, representing these factions, plan to assassinate the Lord Protector, paving the way back to the throne for Charles Stuart once and for all.Captain Damian Seeker, meanwhile, is preoccupied by the horrifying discovery in an illegal gambling den of the body of a man ravaged by what is unmistakably a bear. Yet the bears used for baiting were all shot when the sport was banned by Cromwell. So where did this fearsome creature come from, and why would someone use it for murder?With Royalist-turned-Commonwealth-spy Thomas Faithly tracking the bear, Seeker investigates its victim. The trail leads from Kent s coffee house on Cornhill, to a German clockmaker in Clerkenwell, to the stews of Southwark, to the desolate Lambeth Marshes where no one should venture at night.When the two threads of the investigation begin to join, Seeker realises just what - and who - he is up against. The Royalists in exile have sent to London their finest mind and greatest fighter, a man who will stop at nothing to ensure the Restoration. Has Seeker finally met his match?

Objev podobné jako The Bear Pit - S.G. MacLean

The Bear and the Serpent is the second book in Adrian Tchaikovskyâ ™s epic fantasy trilogy, Echoes of the Fall, following The Tiger and the Wolf.â ˜Addictively brilliantâ ™ â “ John Gwynne on The Tiger and the WolfAs the south is in turmoil, an old terror emerges in the north . . .Maniye, child of both Wolf and Tiger clans, has been named Champion of her people. But theyâ ™re unsure if sheâ ™s an asset â “ or a threat. To buy time, she joins Prince Tecumanâ ™s warband of outcasts and heads south, to help him gain his crown. She wants to discover her true place in the world, but instead heads into the jaws of a fierce new conflict.Civil war threatens as Tecuman and his twin sister battle for the throne, for only one can rule. Yet whoever triumphs will carry a heavy burden, as a great doom has been foreseen that will fall across their whole world. And soon Maniye finds herself at the heart of a political storm.Danger is also shadowing her old home, where Loud Thunder and his Bear clan are attempting to unite the northern tribes. But only extreme peril will end age-old rivalries. An adversary from the most ancient of times is preparing to strike, putting their lands and their very souls in danger. And neither north nor south will be spared the terror to come.Complete this sweeping coming-of-age fantasy trilogy with The Hyena and the Hawk.

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When I get up, there s nobody home. Even Mum has gone out. The note says, I have to check my emails. I ll snowmobile to the meltline and be back soon. XX Mummy .And I think, Good. I can feed my bear... Darcy s life was never exactly simple, but it was about to become a lot more complicated. Recovering from a distressing illness in her parents cabin surrounded by looming pine trees, Darcy spends most of her days alone, warming herself by the log fire. That is, until she ventures into the woods hours before a heavy snowstorm, and finds herself face-to-face with a grizzly bear. Their encounter takes a surprising turn when it flourishes into a warm and caring companionship.Set against the beautiful backdrop of the snowy Yellowstone National Park in Montana, Mimi Thebo s poetic tale inspires compassion and friendship, sensitively focusing on how the seemingly impossible can become the achievable.

Objev podobné jako Dreaming the Bear - Mimi Thebo

A heartwarming picture book about chasing your dreams, celebrating your differences and twirling to your own rhythm. Meet Rita, a big bear with an even bigger dream! Rita is a talented, passionate, hard-working ballerina. And she s top of her class! But when she studies her ballet magazines, and compares herself to her friends, she realises - she s the wrong shape! Can Rita find her inner power and confidence in her beautiful big-bear body? With lyrical text from Stephanie Stansbie and soft, magical illustrations from debut talent Wendy Warren, The Bear Who Wanted to Dance is a beautiful picture book about self-acceptance, body positivity, representation, and - of course - dancing! Perfect for sharing with fans of Brontorina by James Howe and Randy Cecil, Giraffes Can t Dance by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees, and Julian Is a Mermaid by Jessica Love. This uplifting story will strike a chord with any child who has ever felt out of place or like they didn t quite fit the mould.

Objev podobné jako The Bear Who Wanted to Dance - Stephanie Stansbie

From Number One bestselling picture book duo, David Walliams and Tony Ross, comes this bear-illiantly funny adventure for children of 3 and up.At the top of the world, surrounded by snow and ice, lives a very cheeky polar bear cub who loves to goâ ¦BOO!But this little bear cub doesnâ ™t always know when to stopâ ¦Presenting a mischievous new picture book packed with snow and surprises, from two standout talents!

Objev podobné jako The Bear Who Went Boo! - David Walliams

DON’T SCREAM! There’s something scary out in the forest, but you’re in good hands in this story by Jess Hannigan, author of the wryly silly Spider in the Well. Just make sure you keep a cool head, and watch out for any intruders…The signs are clear—there’s a BEAR OUT THERE!You’re lucky to be safe in this cabin in the woods, with a host who is levelheaded, trustworthy, and smart about bear safety.There’s certainly no need to worry about any dark shadows or sneaky schemes in this book…RIGHT?Jess Hannigan is back with another bold and brazen tale that’s not too silly, not too scary, but just right.

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The worldâ ™s favourite pocket travel guidesMake the most of your trip to Cape Town and the Winelands with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Cape Town and the Winelands has to offer and ensuring that you donâ ™t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside this guide to Cape Town and the Winelands, youâ ™ll find:- Top 10 lists of Cape Town and the Winelands must-sees and must-dos, including exploring Robben Island, climbing Table Mountain and wine-tasting in Groot Constantia Wine Estate- Cape Town and the Winelands most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best adventure activities, wildlife experiences, beaches, viewpoints and much more- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week- A laminated pull-out map of Cape Town and the Winelands, plus five full-colour area mapsDKâ ™s Top 10 travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on Cape Town and the Winelands culture, history and attractions? Try our DK South Africa travel guide.

Objev podobné jako DK Top 10 Cape Town and the Winelands - Philip Briggs

During one of his outings, Yakari catches a glimpse of a white bear and, taking it for a ghost at first, runs away. Later, determined to find the strange animal that no one else believes he s really seen, he leaves the camp alone and, having found the bear, makes a new friend. A recluse friend, though, who doesn t want Yakari telling anyone about him... Unfortunately, the young Sioux s behaviour draws the attention of a hunter who dreams of a white trophy...

Objev podobné jako Yakari Vol. 23: Yakari and the Ghost Bear - Job

Beware the evil in the woods. . . In a village at the edge of the wilderness of northern Russia, where the winds blow cold and the snow falls many months of the year, an elderly servant tells stories of sorcery, folklore and the Winter King to the children of the family, tales of old magic frowned upon by the church. But for the young, wild Vasya these are far more than just stories. She alone can see the house spirits that guard her home, and sense the growing forces of dark magic in the woods. . . Atmospheric and enchanting, with an engrossing adventure at its core, The Bear and the Nightingale is perfect for readers of Naomi Novik s Uprooted, Erin Morgenstern s The Night Circus, and Philip Pullman s His Dark Materials.

Objev podobné jako The Bear and The Nightingale - Katherine Arden

Taf Toys Rattle Brandon the Bear, 1 ks, Chrastítka pro děti, O hravé rozptýlení i rozvoj dovedností vašeho miminka se postará chrastítko Taf Toys Rattle Brandon the Bear. Pozornost těch nejmenších zaujme materiál, barvy a zvuky, které chrastítko vydává. Bezpečné zpracování ocení zase maminky a tatínkové. Vlastnosti: ideální jako první hračka pro nejmenší děti kontrastní barvy vzbuzují zájem u miminka a rozvíjí zrak upoutá pozornost miminka umožňuje pohodlné držení v malých dětských ručičkách lehké a praktické barevné provedení díky praktickému tvaru lze hračku jednoduše uchopit pomáhá rozptýlit dítě na cestách poskytuje vizuální stimulaci roztomilý zvířecí design rozvíjí schopnost miminka soustředit pozornost senzorické barvy stimulují rozvoj smyslů dítěte umožňuje nácvik úchopu Jak používat: Pokud je hračka opotřebovaná, poškozená nebo okousaná, vyměňte ji za novou.

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Project X Alien Adventures takes you on an incredible reading journey with this fantastic story featuring the popular Project X characters Max, Cat, Ant and Tiger. Max, Cat, Ant and Tiger arrive in a dimension where human evolution is going backwards! The Practari are flesh-eating, lizards-like creatures that now control everything! When Tiger is captured by the Practari, his friends have to go on a desperate rescue mission. But will they get him back before their time in this dimension is up? Carefully levelled and highly motivating, this book is ideal for independent reading. This book also contains notes on the inside front and back covers with advice on supporting older children with their reading, questions for readers, and a follow-up activity.

Objev podobné jako Project X Alien Adventures: Dark Blue Book Band, Oxford Level 16: Reign of the Practari - Andy Briggs

Book three of The Riftwar LegacyThe final instalment of Feistâ ™s spellbinding Krondor adventure. Now in a brilliant new livery.â ˜Feist writes fantasy of epic scope, fast-moving action and vivid imaginationâ ™ â “ Washington PostA drop in the ocean?A raid upon the high seas signals an attack of unprecedented magnitude by the forces of darkness. For the holiest of holies, the Tear of the Gods has been lost to the Temple of Ishap. After a raid planned by Bear, one of the most brutal pirates to sail the Bitter Sea, goes dramatically wrong, the colossal gems sink below the waves.So begins a story of the Tear of the Gods, the most powerful artifact known to the Temples of Midkemia. For it allows the temples to speak with their gods. Without it, they are lost for a decade, until another gem is formed in the distant mountains.Squire James, William, and Jazhara, new court magician, must seek out the location of this gem, with Brother Solon, a warrior priest of Ishap, and Kendaric, the sole member of the Wreckersâ ™ Guild with the power to raise the ship. They are opposed by the minions of Sidi, servant of the Dark God, who seeks to possess the Tear for his own ends, or to destroy it, denying it to the forces of light.This third tale in The Riftwar Legacy is a breathless race for a priceless treasure. Itâ ™s a race against time, against the myriad sinister and competing evil forces desperate for the all-powerful prize, and ultimately against the fundamentals of nature, which in Midkemia can be as formidable as the Gods themselves

Objev podobné jako Krondor: Tear of the Gods - Raymond Elias Feist