the cat prince michael pedersen

WINNER of the 2023 Books Are My Bag Readers Award for Best Poetry Collection Pedersen bends words like no-one else. There s a naughtiness, an innocence and surprising vulnerability in this collection. It s poetry to intoxicate. Just sublime. Juno Dawson Every page of The Cat Prince brought me gladsome joy. Pedersen has the astonishing power of finding the astonishing in every moment that deserves a raised glass Daljit Nagra This laser focused collection of poetry by Michael Pedersen will gut you like a fish and smash your heart in. Searingly specific, exquisite and requisite. I relished reading every tiny morsel of it Shirley Manson Open-hearted, gut-wrenching and yet elegiac, these poems pack a hefty emotional punch. Michael Pederson s poems display a huge vocabulary for love, love in all its many forms and guises. These poems chart the journey from boyhood to manhood, the highs and the lows, the losses and the gains, always working their way towards an essential, emotional truth Jackie Kay If the alphabet is a piano keyboard then Michael Pedersen plays it with the confidence and panache of a jazz improviser who knows that every note can have the potential to change someone s life. Be amazed by this book Ian McMillan Michael s poems are so physical you can almost touch the images in them. Fabulously sensual and alive. I adore poetry like this Stephen FryThe Cat Prince Other Poems is the third collection from prize-winning poet, and author of Boy Friends, Michael Pedersen. All moggy moxie, Pedersen croons to the beauty and devastation of love, loss, friendship, cats and careless joy. Equal parts tender and trenchant, raw and ribald, plangent and smutty, these poems exhibit an emotionally charged, fantastical playground of language and lore. From the brutalising death of a cherished friend comes a gut-wrenching grief. And so begins a tenacious quest for light, lustre and survival as Pedersen pays tender tribute to a gorgeous, life-altering friendship. In doing so, he harks back to the hilarity of being young, reckless and petrified: memories of boys showboating in a fishing tackle shop, games of feline metamorphosis, laments for demolished buildings and a case of constipation of the most pernicious stock.As frisky as it is fierce, The Cat Prince pounces around the poet s emotional and physical landscapes, past and present, unfankling a Scotland full of gothic splendour and nature s majesty.These poems reveal a poet at his bravest and most vulnerable. The Cat Prince Other Poems purrs with affection, flashes its teeth, then digs in the claws.

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A major new biography of the Black Prince. A clear-eyed and thrilling vision of the man behind the legend DAN JONES. Pacy, vivid and extremely readable TLS. In 1346, at the age of sixteen, he won his spurs at Crécy; nine years later he conducted a brutal raid across Languedoc; in 1356 he captured the king of France at Poitiers; as lord of Aquitaine he ruled a vast swathe of southwestern France. He was Edward of Woodstock, eldest son of Edward III, but better known to posterity as the Black Prince . Michael Jones tells the remarkable story of a great warrior-prince ⠓ and paints an unforgettable portrait of warfare and chivalry in the late Middle Ages.

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An intimate and original memoir of love, grief and male friendship by one of Scotlandâ ™s brightest young talents. As perfect a portrait of friendship as I ve ever read. STEPHEN FRY Lucid, lyrical, loaded . . . A love letter to friendship. JACKIE KAY A lovely book: bright and heartfelt, funny and refreshing. ANDREW O HAGAN A beautiful, moving, life-affirming book. IAN RANKINFriendships might just be the greatest love affairs of our lives . . .In 2018 poet and author Michael Pedersen lost a cherished friend, Scott Hutchison, soon after their collective voyage into the landscape of the Scottish Highlands. Just weeks later, Michael began to write to him. As he confronts the bewildering process of grief, what starts as a love letter to one magical, coruscating human soon becomes a paean to all the gorgeous male friendships that have transformed his life. Boy Friends sees Pedersen illuminate these companions with a poetâ ™s eye, a comedianâ ™s timing â “ and a loverâ ™s care. OBSERVER Written with enough electricity that it seems to jolt off the page . . . Boy Friends opens up conversations about . . . the brunt of suicide, the circumstances of certain types of Scottish masculinity and where friendships fit into that. SUNDAY TIMES

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Oyster is the second collection from prize-winning Edinburgh poet Michael Pedersen.From Grez-sur-Loing and festive nights to sizzling summers stretched out in the Meadows and Portobello, Michael Pedersen⠙s unique brand of poetry captures a debauchery and a disputation of characters, narrated with an intense honesty and a love of language that is playful, powerful and penetrative; he vividly illuminates scenes with an energy that is both witty, humourous but also deeply intelligent. Oyster is iced, spiced, baked and beaming for your pleasure.Oyster features bespoke illustrations from Frightened Rabbit lead singer and songwriter Scott Hutchison.

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A quirky and original debut that sizzles with scintillating prose. BERNARDINE EVARISTO Michael Pedersen is a rare writer of real passion and power and this debut is phenomenal. MATT HAIGLife on a remote island is turned upside down by a stranger s arrival, testing bonds of family and tradition and leaving a young dreamer s future hanging in the balance.Itâ ™s no ordinary existence on the rugged isle of Muckle Flugga. The elements run riot and the very rocks that shape the place begin to shift under their influence. The only human inhabitants are the lighthouse keeper, known as The Father, and his otherworldly son, Ouse. Them, and the occasional lodger to keep the wolf from the door.When one of those lodgers â “ Firth, a chaotic writer â “ arrives from Edinburgh, the limits of the world the keeper and his son cling to begin to crumble. A tug of war ensues between Firth and the lighthouse keeper for Ouseâ ™s affections â “ and his future. As old and new ways collide, and life-changing decisions loom, what will the tides leave standing in their wake?

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Never less than entertaining ... the book really comes alive. Mail on Sunday203 countries. A decade of travel. Not a single plane in sight. This is the story of one man s journey to be the first to visit every country in the world without flight.When Thor Pedersen set out on the adventure of a lifetime, he couldn t have imagined the people he d meet and the experiences he d encounter along the way. But embarking on this epic voyage took him to the brink of his sanity, wiped his funds and tested the relationships he held dear.Over the years he faced grave danger, from encounters with drunken armed soldiers to life-threatening illness and even traversing the high seas, with wild waves destabilising the cargo ship he d hitched a ride on. He d sleep on the street one night and dine in the homes of billionaires the next. He visited countries stricken with war-zones, and once had to take an 11,919 km detour, revisiting seven countries, traversing Baluchistan in Pakistan escorted by armed guards because he was denied a visa while in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Life becomes complicated without the luxury of flying.Yet after years of challenges and milestones, Thor achieved something no other human ever has. The Impossible Journey is a triumphant memoir as he invites the world to share in this once in a lifetime adventure. He imparts the lessons, stories and unique perspectives on humanity he learned along the way.

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Prince Corum is the last of the Vadhagh, his family and people brutally slain by the Mabden. Vowing to wreak vengeance on the killers, Corum sets out on his terrible quest only to fall in love with a beautiful Mabden woman, and to confront the fury of the Lords of Chaos. For they fear that he is the hero who could tip the balance in their cataclysmic war with the forces of Law and free his world from Chaos s vicious grip. His epic struggle against them and his ultimate victory is only bought at a considerable price. Moorcock s evocation of a rich, dark world, a time of magic, phantasms, cities in the sky, oceans of light and wild flying beasts of bronze is one of the pinnacles of modern imaginative literature.Contains THE KNIGHT OF THE SWORDS, THE QUEEN OF THE SWORDS and THE KING OF THE SWORDS

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The Little Prince is a philosophical children s book that tells the story of a young prince who travels from planet to planet, learning about life and human nature through his encounters. The story is narrated by a pilot who crashes in the Sahara Desert and meets the Little Prince, who shares his story. The central character, a young and innocent prince from Asteroid B-612, travels to various planets and learns valuable life lessons. His journey is driven by a quest for understanding and meaning. On his home planet, the Little Prince cares for a rose he loves deeply. The rose symbolizes love and beauty, as well as the complexities of relationships and attachment. The Little Prince meets a fox who teaches him about the nature of friendship and the importance of taming or forming bonds. The fox s lessons emphasize that what is essential is invisible to the eye, highlighting deeper emotional connections. The Little Prince visits several planets, each inhabited by characters like a king, a vain man, a drunkard, and a businessman. These encounters illustrate the absurdity and superficiality of adult behavior. The story explores the value of imagination and wisdom through the eyes of a child.

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Few books have been as universally cherished by children and adults alike as The Little Prince. A beautiful slip-cased gift edition of this touching and wise classic children s book, with the original translation by Katherine Woods and full-colour illustrations. A pilot stranded in the desert awakes one morning to see the most extraordinary little fellow standing before him. Please,... asks the stranger, draw me a sheep.... And the pilot realises that when life s events are too difficult to understand, there is no choice but to succumb to their mysteries.He pulls out a pencil and paper ... and thus begins this wise and enchanting fable that, in teaching the secret of what is really important in life, has changed the world forever for its readers. This stunning new edition of the classic children s book The Little Prince, includes the classic English translation by Katherine Woods and original colour illustrations which will capture the hearts of readers of all ages.Featuring bonus non-fiction content, exploring the history of The Little Prince, the real-life plane crash that inspired the story, the life of the author and more! Antoine de Saint-Exupery (1900-1944) was born in Lyons, France. He wrote The Little Prince in the United States during a two-year self-imposed exile from occupied France. A year after the book s publication in 1943, Saint-Exupery disappeared over the Mediterranean while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron.Best known throughout the world as the author and illustrator of The Little Prince, Saint-Exupery wrote several other books that have also become classics of world literature. Katherine Woods (1886-1968) produced the original English translation of The Little Prince in 1943. It was later followed by several other English translations, but her classic translation is treasured by fans and is often considered to be the definitive English translation.Her poetic translation perfectly captures the enchantment and charm of Saint-Exupery s storytelling.

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Few books have been as universally cherished by children and adults alike as The Little Prince. A beautiful gift collection of quotes from the original translation by Katherine Woods, featuring full-colour illustrations. A pilot stranded in the desert awakes one morning to see the most extraordinary little fellow standing before him. Please,... asks the stranger, draw me a sheep.... The Little Prince has been capturing the hearts of readers around the world since its publication in 1943 - this new collection of quotes features favourite words of wisdom from Antoine de Saint-Exupery s lyrical, whimsical text.Quotes are drawn from the original translation by Katherine Woods, a favourite with fans. With subjects covering childhood, sorrow, friendship, love and more, this collection has something for everyone. Featuring original colour illustrations by the author.Antoine de Saint-Exupery (1900-1944) was born in Lyons, France. He wrote The Little Prince in the United States during a two-year self-imposed exile from occupied France. A year after the book s publication in 1943, Saint-Exupery disappeared over the Mediterranean while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron.Best known throughout the world as the author and illustrator of The Little Prince, Saint-Exupery wrote several other books that have also become classics of world literature. Katherine Woods (1886-1968) produced the original English translation of The Little Prince in 1943. It was later followed by several other English translations, but her classic translation is treasured by fans and is often considered to be the definitive English translation.Her poetic translation perfectly captures the enchantment and charm of Saint-Exupery s storytelling.

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Cinderella meets THE CRUEL PRINCE in this standalone fantasy romance about a human girl and her marriage to the prince of the fae. She knew her hand in marriage would be sold. She had no idea a fae prince was the buyer.Katria swore she d never fall in love. She s seen what love means through the cruelty of her family. So when she s married off to the mysterious Lord Fenwood for a handsome price, all Katria wants is a better life than the one she s leaving.Feelings are off the table. But her new husband makes not falling in love difficult. As their attraction begins to grow, so too do the oddities within her new life: strange rules, screams in the night, and attacks by fae that Katria never thought were real.When she witnesses a ritual not meant for human eyes, Katria finds herself spirited away to the land of Midscape. Surviving the fae wilds as a human is hard enough. Katria must survive as a human who accidently pilfered the magic of ancient kings - magic a bloodthirsty king is ready to kill her for in order to keep his stolen throne - and her new husband is the rightful heir in hiding.The power to save the fae is in her hands. But who will save her from a love she vowed never to feel?A Dance with the Fae Prince is a *standalone novel* inspired by the tales of Psyche and Eros, as well as Cinderella, with a happily ever after ending. It s perfect for romantic fantasy readers who enjoyed of A Court of Silver Flames and An Enchantment of Ravens.A Dance with the Fae Prince features a slow-burn romance, swoon-worthy couple, and steaminess that ranges from simmering to sizzling.

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Few books have been as universally cherished by children and adults alike as The Little Prince. A beautiful gift edition of this touching and wise classic children s book, with the original translation by Katherine Woods and full-colour illustrations. A pilot stranded in the desert awakes one morning to see the most extraordinary little fellow standing before him. Please, asks the stranger, draw me a sheep. And the pilot realises that when life s events are too difficult to understand, there is no choice but to succumb to their mysteries. He pulls out a pencil and paper . . . and thus begins this wise and enchanting fable that, in teaching the secret of what is really important in life, has changed the world forever for its readers. This stunning new edition of the classic children s book The Little Prince, includes the classic English translation by Katherine Woods and original colour illustrations which will capture the hearts of readers of all ages. Antoine de Saint-Exupery (1900-1944) was born in Lyons, France. He wrote The Little Prince in the United States during a two-year self-imposed exile from occupied France. A year after the book s publication in 1943, Saint-Exupery disappeared over the Mediterranean while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron. Best known throughout the world as the author and illustrator of The Little Prince, Saint-Exupery wrote several other books that have also become classics of world literature. Katherine Woods (1886-1968) produced the original English translation of The Little Prince in 1943. It was later followed by several other English translations, but her classic translation is treasured by fans and is often considered to be the definitive English translation. Her poetic translation perfectly captures the enchantment and charm of Saint-Exupery s storytelling.

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Few books have been as universally cherished by children and adults alike as The Little Prince. A beautiful gift edition for adults of this touching and wise classic book. Featuring the original translation by Katherine Woods and full-colour illustrations by the author.A pilot stranded in the desert awakes one morning to see the most extraordinary little fellow standing before him. Please,... asks the stranger, draw me a sheep....And the pilot realises that when life s events are too difficult to understand, there is no choice but to succumb to their mysteries. He pulls out a pencil and paper ... and thus begins this wise and enchanting fable that, in teaching the secret of what is really important in life, has changed the world forever for its readers.This stunning new edition for adults of the classic book The Little Prince, includes the classic English translation by Katherine Woods and original colour illustrations which will capture the hearts of readers of all ages. This beautiful cloth-bound edition makes a perfect gift for fans of the book, or to introduce it to new readers. Featuring bonus non-fiction material about the book s publication and reception, the real-life inspiration behind the story, and much more.Antoine de Saint-Exupery (1900-1944) was born in Lyons, France. He wrote The Little Prince in the United States during a two-year self-imposed exile from occupied France. A year after the book s publication in 1943, Saint-Exupery disappeared over the Mediterranean while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron.Best known throughout the world as the author and illustrator of The Little Prince, Saint-Exupery wrote several other books that have also become classics of world literature. Katherine Woods (1886-1968) produced the original English translation of The Little Prince in 1943. It was later followed by several other English translations, but her classic translation is treasured by fans and is often considered to be the definitive English translation.Her poetic translation perfectly captures the enchantment and charm of Saint-Exupery s storytelling.

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With an introduction by Kate MosseTranslated by Ros SchwartzAll grown-ups were children once (but most of them have forgotten).A pilot who has crash landed in the desert awakes to see an extraordinary little boy. #39;Please, #39; asks the stranger, #39;will you draw me a little lamb! #39; Baffled by the little prince #39;s incessant questioning, the pilot pulls out his pencil, and starts to draw. As the little prince #39;s curiosity takes them further on their journey together, the pilot is able to piece together an understanding of the tiny planet from which the prince has come and of his incredible travels across the universe. First published in 1943, The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry has been translated into more than 250 languages, becoming a global phenomenon. Heart-breaking, funny and thought-provoking, it is an enchanting and endlessly wise fable about the human condition and the power of imagination. A book about both childhood and adulthood, it can be read as a parable, a war story, a classic children #39;s fairy-tale, and many more things besides: The Little Prince is a book for everyone; after all, all grown-ups were children once. #39;The Little Prince moves from asteroid to desert, from fable and comedy to enigmatic tragedy, in order to make one recurrent point: You can #39;t love roses. You can only love a rose #39; Adam Gopnik, New Yorker

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A stand-alone fantasy romance about a human girl and her marriage to the prince of the fae.She knew her hand in marriage would be sold. She had no idea a fae prince was the buyer.Katria swore she d never fall in love. She s seen what love means through the cruelty of her family. So when she s married off to the mysterious Lord Fenwood for a handsome price, all Katria wants is a better life than the one she s leaving. Feelings are off the table.But her new husband makes not falling in love difficult.As their attraction begins to grow, so too do the oddities within her new life: strange rules, screams in the night, and attacks by fae that Katria never thought were real. When she witnesses a ritual not meant for human eyes, Katria finds herself spirited away to the land of Midscape.Surviving the fae wilds as a human is hard enough. Katria must survive as a human who accidently pilfered the magic of ancient kings - magic a bloodthirsty king is ready to kill her for in order to keep his stolen throne - and her new husband is the rightful heir in hiding.The power to save the fae is in her hands. But who will save her from a love she vowed never to feel?A Dance with the Fae Prince is a complete, *stand-alone novel*, inspired by the tales of Psyche and Eros, as well as Cinderella, with a happily ever after ending. It s perfect for romantic fantasy readers who enjoyed of A Court of Silver Flames and An Enchantment of Ravens. A Dance with the Fae Prince features a slow-burn romance, swoon-worthy couple, and steaminess that ranges from simmering to sizzling.

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Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of The Little Prince A beautiful clothbound hardback gift edition of one of the world s most beloved stories.Look at my planet. It is directly above us. But how far away it is!The timeless, enchanting story of the little prince who lives on a tiny planet with three volcanoes and a haughty flower, which he must protect from the baobabs, the bad seeds. The rulers of the other planets he visits all suffer from the cares and stupidities of the everyday world. Only the little prince, through his clear, loving eyes, knows that the simplest of things can be of the utmost importance.Translated by T. V. F. Cuffe, and with the original illustrations, the story is complete and unabridged.Collect our Puffin Clothbound Classics: 9780241444313 The Little Prince 9780241663554 The Jungle Book 9780241568811 Charlotte s Web 9780241688243 Little Women 9780241688250 Peter Pan 9780241688267 The Railway Children 9780241688236 Chinese Cinderella 9780241411216 Treasure Island 9780241411209 The Wizard of Oz 9780241655702 Watership Down 9780241663578 The Worst Witch 9780241663547 David Copperfield 9780241663561 The Neverending Story 9780241623909 Stig of the Dump 9780241623916 The Dark is Rising 9780241411162 The Secret Garden 9780241411148 Black Beauty 9780241411155 Dracula 9780241425121 Frankenstein 9780241425138 Wuthering Heights 9780241425114 Tales from Shakespeare 9780241425107 Tales of the Greek Heroes 9780241411193 A Christmas Carol 9780241621196 Grimms Fairy Tales 9780241425145 Hans Christian Andersen s Fairy Tales

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The Little Prince is a modern fable, and for readers far and wide both the title and the work have exerted a pull far in excess of the book s brevity. Written and published first by Antoine de St-Exupery in 1943, only a year before his plane disappeared on a reconnaissance flight, it is one of the world s most widely translated books, enjoyed by adults and children alike. In the meeting of the narrator who has ditched his plane in the Sahara desert, and the little prince, who has dropped there through time and space from his tiny asteroid, comes an intersection of two worlds, the one governed by the laws of nature, and the other determined only by the limits of imagination. The world of the imagination wins hands down, with the concerns of the adult world often shown to be lamentably silly as seen through the eyes of the little prince. While adult readers can find deep meanings in his various encounters, they can also be charmed back to childhood by this wise but innocent infant.This popular translation contains the author s own delightful illustrations, bringing to visual life the small being at the tale s heart, and a world of fantasy far removed from any quotidian reality. It is also a sort of love story, in which two frail beings, the downed pilot and the wandering infant-prince who has left behind all he knows, share their short time together isolated from humanity and finding sustenance in each other. This is a book which creates a unique relationship with each reader, whether child or adult.

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The Little Prince is a modern fable, and for readers far and wide both the title and the work have exerted a pull far in excess of the book’s brevity. Written and published first by Antoine de St-Exupéry in 1943, only a year before his plane disappeared on a reconnaissance flight, it is one of the world’s most widely translated books, enjoyed by adults and children alike. In the meeting of the narrator who has ditched his plane in the Sahara desert, and the little prince, who has dropped there through time and space from his tiny asteroid, comes an intersection of two worlds, the one governed by the laws of nature, and the other determined only by the limits of imagination.The world of the imagination wins hands down, with the concerns of the adult world often shown to be lamentably silly as seen through the eyes of the little prince. While adult readers can find deep meanings in his various encounters, they can also be charmed back to childhood by this wise but innocent infant. This popular translation contains the author’s own delightful illustrations, bringing to visual life the small being at the tale’s heart, and a world of fantasy far removed from any quotidian reality.It is also a sort of love story, in which two frail beings, the downed pilot and the wandering infant-prince who has left behind all he knows, share their short time together isolated from humanity and finding sustenance in each other. This is a book which creates a unique relationship with each reader, whether child or adult.

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Prince Lloyd wasn t always a prince...in a previous life, he was a sorcerer, of sorts. So when he was forced to reincarnate, he decided to continue his studies, prince of the realm or no! But his new life has its own sets of challenges...including being a 10-year-old! What s the 7th prince/sorcerer to do?! The popular digital-first isekai adventure comes to print! In his previous life, Lloyd only wished to study magic, but his status as a commoner lead him to an unfortunate end. After being ruthlessly done in by the very magic he so desperately desired to master, Lloyd opens his eyes to an amazing new existence as the 7th prince of the Kingdom of Saloum. This time, he s been born with unmatched magical potential! With a new lease on life, and the resources to grasp his greatest dream in the palm of his hand, Lloyd sets out to finally achieve what he s always yearned for: study magic to his heart s content! There s only one small problem... he s barely 10 years old! How is anyone going to take him seriously like this?

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Prince Lloyd wasn t always a prince...in a previous life, he was a sorcerer, of sorts. So when he was forced to reincarnate, he decided to continue his studies, prince of the realm or no! But his new life has its own sets of challenges...including being a 10-year-old! What s the 7th prince/sorcerer to do?! The popular digital-first isekai adventure comes to print! In his previous life, Lloyd only wished to study magic, but his status as a commoner lead him to an unfortunate end. After being ruthlessly done in by the very magic he so desperately desired to master, Lloyd opens his eyes to an amazing new existence as the 7th prince of the Kingdom of Saloum. This time, he s been born with unmatched magical potential! With a new lease on life, and the resources to grasp his greatest dream in the palm of his hand, Lloyd sets out to finally achieve what he s always yearned for: study magic to his heart s content! There s only one small problem... he s barely 10 years old! How is anyone going to take him seriously like this?

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Prince Lloyd wasn t always a prince...in a previous life, he was a sorcerer, of sorts. So when he was forced to reincarnate, he decided to continue his studies, prince of the realm or no! But his new life has its own sets of challenges...including being a 10-year-old! What s the 7th prince/sorcerer to do?! The popular digital-first isekai adventure comes to print! In his previous life, Lloyd only wished to study magic, but his status as a commoner lead him to an unfortunate end. After being ruthlessly done in by the very magic he so desperately desired to master, Lloyd opens his eyes to an amazing new existence as the 7th prince of the Kingdom of Saloum. This time, he s been born with unmatched magical potential! With a new lease on life, and the resources to grasp his greatest dream in the palm of his hand, Lloyd sets out to finally achieve what he s always yearned for: study magic to his heart s content! There s only one small problem... he s barely 10 years old! How is anyone going to take him seriously like this?

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ACOTAR meets Bridgerton in this standalone fairytale retelling of Cinderella. If you like slow burn romance, fake engagements, and snarky fae royals, then you #39;ll love this swoon-worthy story in the Entangled with Fae series.A servant girl. A playboy prince. A glamorous scheme.Prince Franco must marry a princess to prove himself a worthy heir to the Lunar Court throne. But after numerous unsatisfying trysts, he has given up on love and will do anything to avoid a royal wedding.Ember Montgomery craves freedom from her conniving stepfamily. When the opportunity to evade her scheming stepmother falls into her lap, she #39;ll pay the price - even if it means impersonating the newest flame of the arrogant prince who humiliated her.Locked in a bargain, Ember must pose as a princess until midnight at the full moon ball. Until then, she just has to wear a glamour and pretend to court the prince. But when feelings emerge on both sides, she starts to wonder if there is more to their contrived courtship than either of them planned . . .Heart of the Raven Prince is a complete standalone novel set in the same world as The Fair Isle Trilogy. Journey back to Faerwyvae or begin your adventure for the first time with this enchanting tale. Each book in the Entangled with Fae series can be read on its own and in any order. Happily ever after guaranteed!

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A sparkling new 80th anniversary hardback edition of this classic fable.A wise and enchanting fable that, in teaching the secret of what is really important in life, has changed the world forever for its readers.Often seen as a symbol of childhood innocence, Antoine de Saint-Exupery⠙s best-selling book The Little Prince is cherished by children and adults alike across the globe. Ideal for children aged 7 and up.This beautiful new 80th anniversary edition with a glittering foiled cover contains the definitive translation by Katherine Woods and all the original illustrations. The Little Prince joins the ranks of A Little Princess, The Secret Garden Peter Pan as a genuine children s classic of the twentieth century.Antoine De Saint-Exupéry was born in 1900 in Lyon. In 1921, he began his training as a pilot By 1926, he had became one of the pioneers of international postal flight. In 1935 he embarked on a record-breaking attempt to fly from Paris to Saigon. Nineteen hours into the flight, his plane crashed in the Sahara desert. He survived the crash but spent three days battling dehydration, limited food and hallucinations. On the fourth day, the was rescued. In part, this experience was the inspiration for The Little Prince. He continued to fly until World War II, during which he took self-imposed exile. On 31 July 1944, he disappeared over the Mediterranean while flying a reconnaissance mission.

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This exceptional volume celebrates one of the greatest heroes in world cultural heritage: the Little Prince. Created in conjunction with some of the story’s greatest connoisseurs, this visual dictionary presents every aspect of The Little Prince: a behind-the-scenes look at the writing of the tale and its publication; the secrets of an unpublished chapter; rare illustrations by the author; photographs of the original manuscript; a guide to all the main characters, settings, and objects, and more. This is the story of a timeless tale for readers both young and old; it is the chronicle of a philosophical fable that has marked––and changed––the lives of generations of enthusiastic readers; it is the saga of a cult classic, second only to the Bible as the world’s bestselling book. From its first edition published in the United States in 1943 to its recent adaptation as an animated feature film, discover the incredible success of author Saint-Exupéry’s masterpiece, The Little Prince. This official album also includes—for the very first time—the numerous tributes paid to this admirable story, including films and animated cartoon series, musicals, graphic novels, and merchandising.

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​Will Itty get along with Prince Pip of Wagmire? Find out in this third adorable book in the Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter book series! Perfect for readers aged 5+ and fans of Isadora Moon, Claude and My Little Pony. The royal family of Wagmire is visiting Lollyland! Itty is excited to meet the puppy prince, Pip, for the first time. So why doesn’t Prince Pip seem very excited to meet her? Itty tries to show him all the fun things to do in Lollyland – but he turns his little dog nose up at everything. Can the prince and princess ever become friends, or are cats and dogs just too different? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on every page, the Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.

Objev podobné jako Itty Bitty Princess Kitty: The Puppy Prince - Melody Mews

In a town where a lot of poor people suffer and where there are a lot of miseries, a swallow who was left behind after his flock flew off to Egypt for the winter, meets the statue of the late ‘Happy Prince’, who in reality has never experienced true sorrow, for he lived in a palace where sorrow isn’t allowed to enter. Viewing various scenes of people suffering in poverty from his tall monument, the Happy Prince asks the swallow to take the ruby from his hilt, the sapphires from his eyes, and the golden leaf covering his body to give to the poor. As the winter comes and the Happy Prince is stripped of all of his beauty, his lead heart breaks when the swallow dies as a result of his selfless deeds and severe cold.The statue is then brought down from the pillar and melted in a furnace leaving behind the broken heart and the dead swallow and they are thrown in a dust heap. These are taken up to heaven by an angel that has deemed them the two most precious things in the city. This is affirmed by God and they live forever in his city of gold and garden of paradise.

Objev podobné jako The Happy Prince - Oscar Wilde

Ride along with Pete and his friends in this STEM-themed picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling classic series Pete the Cat!“UGH! It s snug in the bug!”Pete the Cat just got some new wheels. Beep, beep! And as he s grooving down the street, he bumps into 1 friend, 2 friends, 3!When they pile up in the car, Pete can t keep count and wonders if there is room for everyone.In his fifteenth hardcover picture book, Pete the Cat learns that there s always room for friends.From the authors of the #1 New York Times bestselling Pete the Cat series, James and Kimberly Dean, this picture book is reminiscent of Pete favorites like Perfect Pizza Party and perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang.Don t miss Pete s other adventures, including Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Pete the Cat Saves Christmas, Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses, Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues, Pete the Cat and the New Guy, Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie, Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes, Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party, Pete the Cat: Crayons Rock!, Pete the Cat’s Groovy Imagination, Pete the Cat Plays Hide-and-Seek, and Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream!

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A groovy New York Times bestseller!From the bestselling Pete the Cat series, it s a groovy pizza party that you don t want to miss!It s a party, a party, a perfect pizza party!That s what Pete thinks as he piles the pie high with his favorite topping-pepperoni. But then his friends come over and add their own toppings to the pizza. Will Pete s perfect pizza be ruined? There s only one way to find out!In this hardcover picture book full of fun alliteration and tasty foods by the New York Times bestselling team of Kimberly and James Dean, Pete and the gang learn that the best kind of pizza is one you share with your friends.Don t miss Pete s other adventures, including Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Pete the Cat Saves Christmas, Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses, Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues, Pete the Cat and the New Guy, Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie, Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes, and Pete the Cat: Crayons Rock!

Objev podobné jako Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party - Dean James, Kimberly Dean

A new look at a revolutionary writer, a diverse imperial city, and a controversial trick on the Royal Navy.In February 1910, the future Virginia Woolf played the most famous practical joke in British military history. Blackening her face and masquerading as an Abyssinian prince, the young writer and her friends conned their way onto HMS Dreadnought, the Empireâ ™s most powerful battleship. The stunt made headlines around the world, embarrassed the Admiralty, and provoked debate in Parliament. But who was the â ˜girl princeâ ™ unidentified at the time, and what was she doing there?The Girl Prince intertwines three fascinating stories: a scandalous prank and its afterlife; Woolfâ ™s ideas about race and empire; and the actual lived experience of Black people in Edwardian Britain, from real princes to Caribbean writers and South African activists. Using letters, diaries, reporting and newly discovered archives, Danell Jones describes an extraordinary chain of events, exploring why a boundary-pushing novelist once pulled a bigoted blackface prank, and what it tells usâ ”about Woolfâ ™s Britain and Woolfâ ™s work. This is a tantalisingly fresh take on an iconic writer and her deeply problematic stunt.

Objev podobné jako The Girl Prince - Danell Jones

Put on your dancing shoes—Pete is ready to boogie!Pete is learning a new dance—the Cool Cat Boogie! When he hears a groovy beat, he’s full of happy in his feet. But when Grumpy Toad tells him, “Pete, you dance all wrong!” Pete is determined to become a better dancer.With the help of his friends and some wise words from Owl, Pete learns that he’s his grooviest when he’s being himself. Includes step-by-step dance moves so readers can dance along with Pete!Join Pete the Cat in this groovy story from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team James and Kimberly Dean! Don t miss Pete s other adventures, including Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Pete the Cat Saves Christmas, Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses, Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues, Pete the Cat and the New Guy, Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes, Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party, Pete the Cat: Crayons Rock!, Pete the Cat s Groovy Imagination, and Pete the Cat Plays Hide-and-Seek.

Objev podobné jako Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie - Dean James, Kimberly Dean

Bedtime is always fun with this hilarious bedtime story from Kimberly and James Dean’s New York Times bestselling Pete the Cat series. Now available in paperback!Pete the Cat and his friends are having so much fun playing and surfing in the sun, they don t want the day to end. Pete has an idea—how about a sleepover? Groovy!As the night gets later, it s time for bed. This cool cat needs to catch some ZZZs, but Pete s friends aren t ready to go to sleep just yet. Then Pete has another idea—a bedtime story! But will it work?The musical text and comforting repetition are perfect for nighttime read-alouds. Kids will be eager to snuggle under the covers and drift off to sleep to this bedtime story along with Pete’s really cool friends.Don t miss Pete s other adventures, including Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Pete the Cat Saves Christmas, Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses, Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues, Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie, Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes, Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party, Pete the Cat: Crayons Rock!, Pete the Cat’s Groovy Imagination, and Pete the Cat Plays Hide-and-Seek.

Objev podobné jako Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues - Dean James, Kimberly Dean

From Kimberly and James DeanÂ’s bestselling Pete the Cat series comes a groovy story about new beginnings and new friends. Now available in paperback!There s a new guy in town, and Pete can t wait to meet him. After all, more friends mean more fun. When Pete finally meets Gus, he realizes they re very different from each other...and that s what makes him cool.So when Gus starts to doubt himself, itÂ’s up to Pete to convince him that there s something everyone can do. Gus is special in his own way, just like Pete and just like you!The message of accepting others and yourself shines through and is perfect for young readers learning to navigate friendship issues. Fans of Pete the Cat will delight in the rhythmic storytelling and fun repetition throughout the book.The fun never stops—download the free groovinÂ’ song!Don t miss Pete s other adventures, including Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Pete the Cat Saves Christmas, Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses, Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues, Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie, Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes, Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party, Pete the Cat: Crayons Rock!, Pete the CatÂ’s Groovy Imagination, and Pete the Cat Plays Hide-and-Seek.Â

Objev podobné jako Pete the Cat and the New Guy - Dean James, Kimberly Dean

From rockin red to cool cat blue, with a box of crayons there s nothing Pete can t do!Pete uses his groovy crayons to draw lots of things, and for the first time ever, he s drawing his pals. But when Pete shows his artwork to his friends, they don t react the way he expected them to.Will Pete put his favorite crayons down or find a way to turn it all around? Not to worry! Pete learns there are no mistakes when it comes to art art comes from the heart! Get artsy with everyone s favorite blue cat in this groovy picture book that adds a creative touch to the importance of great friends and never giving up. Fans of Pete the Cat will love watching him take his positive outlook and transform something ordinary into an awesome masterpiece! From the authors of the bestselling Pete the Cat series, James and Kimberly Dean, this is a colorful story about crayons that ROCK! Young artists will appreciate the humor and Pete s positive spirit.Don t miss Pete s other adventures, including Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, Pete the Cat Saves Christmas, Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses, Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues, Pete the Cat and the New Guy, Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie, Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes, and Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party.

Objev podobné jako Pete the Cat: Crayons Rock! - Dean James, Kimberly Dean

Kniha - autor Oscar Wilde, 64 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu lesklá Na sloupu vysoko nad městem stojí socha Šťastného prince, celá pokrytá tenkými plátky zlata. Když princ vidí chudobu a zoufalství svého lidu, požádá dobrosrdečnou vlaštovku o pomoc. Oba obětují mnohem víc než jen bohatství, aby zachránili ty méně šťastné. Dojemný příběh o soucitu a šlechetnosti. High above the city on a column stands the statue of the Happy Prince, all gilded with thin leaves of gold. When he sees the poverty and desperateness of his people, the Prince asks a kind-hearted swallow for help. They both sacrifice much more than just the riches to save the less fortunate. Touching story of compassion and generosity.

Objev podobné jako The Happy Prince/Šťastný princ: zrcadlový text pro začátečníky A1 - A2 (978-80-7547-351-6)

After being stranded in a desert after a crash, a pilot comes in contact with a captivating little prince who recounts his journey from planet to planet and his search for what is most important in life. For over sixty-five years Antoine de Saint-Exupery s classic, The Little Prince, has captured readers hearts. The whimsical story with a fairy tale feel has sold over 3 million copies in all formats. This exciting pop-up edition includes the complete original text accompanied by Saint-Exupery s beautiful illustrations brought to life through paper engineering. Perfect for longtime fans and those meeting the little prince for the first time!

Objev podobné jako The Little Prince - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Louise Greig

The most delightful read to curl up with and enjoy with a cup of tea and slice of cake! Fans of The Pumpkin Spice Café, Elsie Silver and Ali Hazelwood will adore this charming, romantic (and delicious!) story. 🌸🌸🌸🧁🐈🌸🐈🧁🌸🌸🌸 Whisks at the ready! This summer, two local cafes will go head-to-head in a baking competition where more is at stake than just the trophy... Will true love be the icing on the cake?Clem is the baker in charge of creating delicious cat-themed treats for the loyal customers of the Catpurrcino cat café. From iced kitten doughnuts to macarons with ears and whiskers, Clem s creations always bring a smile to the face of anyone lucky enough to taste them. But outside of the café s kitchen, Clem struggles with feelings of anxiety and where she fits in. Until Sylvie, the owner of the café, decides to push her out of her comfort zone. The Whisked Away baking competition is a chance for Clem to shine and find her inner confidence. Also competing this year is Lucas, the owner of Muddy Paws café, accompanied by his faithful Golden Retriever Reina.The stage is set for an epic cake-off between cats and dogs. But as Clem stumbles in the first challenge, Lucas always seems to be there with an encouraging word and a smile. The chemistry between them is soon undeniable. Is this just the heat in the kitchen? Or something real? And can their feelings survive a showdown in the final round... 🌸🌸🌸🧁🐈🌸🐈🧁🌸🌸🌸 Tropes 🧁Rivals 🐈Slow burn 🌸Opposites attract 🧁Small town Readers are falling in love with Cake Off at the Cat Café: This book is like the perfect pastry; warm, sweet, and filled with layers of charm and slow-burning romance... A warm hug of a book, best enjoyed with tea, cake, and a cat curled up by your side Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A book set in a cat cafe mixed with baking in the style of The Great British Bake Off? Hell yes, sign me up!... I was absolutely hooked and could scarcely put the book down!... a stunning book that I absolutely adored Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A purrfect cosy cat themed read, very enjoyable and heartwarming! Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the moment I started reading... I felt such a deep sense of happiness, warmth and comfort and that feeling never stopped!... I still wish that I could go and visit to try some of Clem s super cute cat-themed bakes and to meet all of the cats!... There was a great twist that I didn t see coming and lots of drama as well! I honestly cannot recommend this beautiful book enough Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful story... A baking competition, a slow burn love story... Magical and moving. The cat café is lovely Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun and gorgeous... I really loved Clem and saw a lot of myself in her, she was a very relatable character... A satisfying ending Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A cosy read... with just enough intrigue to make page turning essential - it s been a just one more chapter/page book Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Escape into a world of cats, dogs, delicious treats and romance with this warm, cozy, book. It s got characters you will take to your heart both human and animal, all set in the beautiful Lake District Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I loved the characters, the descriptions of both cafes and the food which made my mouth water... I highly recommend this book Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌸🌸🌸🧁🐈🌸🐈🧁🌸🌸🌸 🌸🧁🐈 Everyone adore the Cat Café series 🐈🧁🌸 A delightful escape with plenty of warmth and charm... Will leave you with a smile on your face Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Purrfectly cozy and adorable... I devoured this book and couldn t get enough of it and read it in a few short hours Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As cosy and heartwarming as a lap full of kittens! M.A. Kuzniar 🌸🧁🐈 I absolutely loved my visit to the cat café... For anyone that loves cats, coffee and romance Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic read. Enjoyed this book so much it was read in one sitting, couldn t put it down... Great feel-good book Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I absolutely loved it! Donna Ashcroft 🌸🧁🐈

Objev podobné jako Cake Off at the Cat Cafe - Rachel Rowlands

Cats + water: What could go wrong? This riotous romp of a picture book follows a frantic family as they try to get some chores done—with no help from the family cat, who keeps scrambling the list of chores to hilarious effect. Get ready for a rollicking read-aloud with a truly purrfect ending.It #39;s cleaning day, but the family cat will do anything to avoid getting a bath. So instead of mopping the floor or feeding the fish, the family is soon busy rocking the rug, vacuuming the lawn, and sweeping the dishes. Bouncy rhyme carries the story headlong into the growing hilarity, until finally Dad restores some kind of order—but will the cat avoid getting his whiskers wet?HILARIOUS READ-ALOUD: Word scrambles are a delight in this silly rhyming picture book! Kids will love the accessible rhyming text, and emerging readers will be able to anticipate words after repeated reads, making for an engaging and interactive read-aloud experience. CATNIP FOR CAT LOVERS: This sweet and sneaky feline will do anything to get out of having a bath! Ample cat antics and scenes of increasing mischief (and increasing chaos!) around the house will tickle young readers and entice parents—particularly those with a furry feline of their own in the house. TWO DADS LEAD THE WAY: Dad and Papa are the heads of this large and loving biracial family, mirroring illustrator David Roberts #39; own orientation and providing picture book readers with a positive depiction of LGBTQ+ characters in a fun and funny family story. WINNING AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATOR TEAM: Alice McGinty is a prolific author of books for children, and David Roberts is well-known for his work on the New York Times bestselling Questioneers series. Together, their upbeat text and energetic art with pops of neon color make for a standout picture book, just right for gifting and enjoying together at storytime.Perfect for: Parents looking for fun stories with cats and good books about diverse families to share with their kids Gifting for children #39;s birthdays, Father #39;s Day for cat dads, or pet adoption congratulations Cat lovers who celebrate the bad and the good of daily life with their feline overlords Readers who love the poetry and playfulness of Sandra Boynton, Emily Winfield Martin, and Shel Silverstein Adding to the family bookshelf alongside funny bath books and cat books like The Cat in the Hat, Bad Kitty Gets a Bath, and The Pigeon Needs a Bath!

Objev podobné jako Bathe the Cat - Alice B. McGinty

Are you a feline fanatic? Could you tell the difference between a Housecat and an Ojos Azules? Do you want to know how to keep your kitty happy and healthy?The Cat Encyclopedia is a cat compendium with all the facts about cats and kittens. It s packed with beautifully photographed profiles of different breeds, from the Maine Coon to the Khao Manee, and includes information on caring for your own cat. This book explores the cat s place in cultures and includes famous cats in art and literature.In this encyclopedia, you will find: -A breed catalogue outlining all the cat breeds such as Shorthairs, Exotic Shorthair, Khao Manee, Korat, Chinese Li Hua, Asian (Burmilla, Smoke, Self, Tortie, Tabby) and more. -How to care for your cat, including how to Prepare for arrival, essential equipment, vet check-ups, food and feeding, Grooming and hygiene and training your cat. -Facts, images, labelled diagrams and more about cats! This book also offers information on the science and history of house cats. Find out how cats were domesticated and developed into separate breeds, and see their prominence in art, literature, and superstition. A chapter on feline biology focuses on the anatomy of cats - including the nervous system, digestion, and muscles - and also features detailed descriptions of cat senses and coat patterns.With help on cat care - from preparing for your cat s arrival and essential equipment to healthcare and training - The Cat Encyclopedia is the perfect guide for cat lovers.

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If you love The Frog Prince and The Elves and the Shoemaker, you ll love this tale of love, magic ... and unicorns!Annis and her grandmother live in a cold, draughty castle on top of a hill, which they share with their chickens and their cow. They may be poor, but Annis s heart is full of kindness. Offering a home to an injured unicorn and a family of fairies one day, her kindness is magically rewarded. But will her good fortune bring her happiness and love?This entrancing fairy tale is brought gloriously to life by Hans Christian Andersen Award nominee Jane Ray. Jane Ray s jewel-bright illustrations shine like the flourishes of an illuminated manuscript in Saviour Pirotta s The Unicorn Prince, featuring a crumbling castle, a dauntless heroine, industrious fairies and an enchanted prince. Gorgeous gowns, wild dreams, transformations and galloping moonlit freedom are also thrown into the mix. Observer

Objev podobné jako The Unicorn Prince - Saviour Pirotta

HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics.`Dear Prince, I must leave you, but I will never forget you, and next spring I will bring you back two beautiful jewels in place of those you have given away. The ruby shall be redder than a red rose, and the sapphire shall be as blue as the great sea. In `The Happy Prince a statue - jewelled and opulent - keeps careful watch over the city and its inhabitants. Enlisting the help of a swallow, his selfless acts bring comfort to those most in need. `The Nightingale and the Rose is a tragic tale of personal sacrifice in the name of love, while in `The Selfish Giant the end of an eternal winter finally brings springtime and happiness.In this collection of enchanting tales from a master storyteller, Oscar Wilde has entranced readers both young and old since publication in the late nineteenth century.

Objev podobné jako The Happy Prince and Other Stories - Oscar Wilde

Internationally-bestselling, critically-acclaimed author Robin Hobb takes readers deep into the history behind the Farseer series in this exclusive, new novella.Long before the time of Chivalry Farseer, there was another indiscreet member of the royal line. Princess Caution Farseer, in defiance of her name, was headstrong and willful, destined to fall dangerously in love where she ought not.The child she bore, a Witted boy known as the Piebald Prince, rose to favour despite his questionable bloodlines. But the dukes of the Six Duchies backed Canny Farseer for the throne. And so both young men competed for powerâ ¦ But this was not their only struggle: for they both fell in love with the same lady. Such rivalry could end only in bloodshedâ ¦A tale of love and secrets, magic and manipulation, heartbreak and murder most foul: only a true-tongued minstrel can reveal the real story of the Wilful Princess and the Piebald Prince.

Objev podobné jako The Wilful Princess and the Piebald Prince - Robin Hobb

Look at my planet. It is directly above us. But how far away it is!Celebrating the 80th anniversary of one of the most famous stories in the world, a beautiful Puffin paperback edition translated from the original French by Theo Cuffe. The timeless, enchanting story of the little prince who lives on a tiny planet with three volcanoes and a haughty flower, which he must protect from the baobabs, the bad seeds. The rulers of the other planets he visits all suffer from the cares and stupidities of the everyday world. Only the little prince, through his clear, loving eyes, knows that the simplest of things can be of the utmost importance.Translated by T. V. F. Cuffe, and with the original illustrations, the story is complete and unabridged.

Objev podobné jako The Little Prince - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

The richness of Oscar Wilde s way with words and ideas is given full range in this sparkling collection of short stories written between 1887 and 1891. From the comic tales of The Canterville Ghost and Lord Arthur Savile s Crime to the marvelous fairy stories and fantasies of The Selfish Giant, The Happy Prince and The Star Child, we are treated to the extravagance and dexterity of Wilde s exceptional wit, in stories that will appeal to both adults and children. Beautifully illustrated by Wilde s fellow decadent and aestheticist, the inimitable Aubrey Beardsley, this Macmillan Collector s Library edition of The Happy Prince amp; Other Stories also features an afterword by author David Stuart Davies. Designed to appeal to the booklover, the Macmillan Collector s Library is a series of beautiful gift editions of much loved classic titles. Macmillan Collector s Library are books to love and treasure. Author Information Oscar Wilde was born in Dublin in 1854. He studied there, at Trinity College, and then at Oxford, where he founded the cult of aestheticism. He published several books of stories, and one novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray, in 1891. He had many successes as a playwright, first with Lady Windermere s Fan in 1892, and all his plays were performed in London between 1892 and 1895. A dazzling wit and flamboyant figure, Wilde s career was cut short after his homosexuality was exposed, and he was sentenced to two years imprisonment in 1895. Released in 1897, he fled to France where he died a broken man in 1900.

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From bestselling children s author and TV broadcaster, Dermot O Leary, comes an action-packed new adventure from Toto the ninja cat - a snake has escaped London Zoo and it s up to her to find it! Purrfect for fans of The Aristocats, The Secret Life of Pets and Atticus Claw Breaks the Law.Toto the cat and her brother Silver live footloose and fancy-free in a townhouse in London. Toto is almost totally blind, and learned to trust her senses from a ninja cat-master who taught her back in Italy where they were born. By day, Toto and Silver seem to be ordinary cats, but by night, they love to have adventures! One evening, news reaches Toto that a king cobra has escaped from London Zoo! Together with help from a very posh cat and two hungry tigers, Toto and Silver must investigate. Can they find the giant snake, before it s too late?Ideal for reading aloud or for children to curl up with and read alone, the story features brilliant black and white illustrations throughout by Nick East. With gentle themes of friendship, inclusivity and winning in the face of adversity, this is a hilarious must-read for all animal-loving kids! Dermot says: The idea for Toto first came to me when my wife and I rescued two stray cats from an olive grove in Italy. One of them, Toto, has been blind from birth, but we quickly realised she had ninja-like reactions. Like a lot of cat owners (or cat servants), we like to imagine our pets having secret lives when we re out or asleep. So before I knew it I was writing about Toto and her brother Silver s nocturnal adventures around London. I really hope that children who pick it up enjoy reading the adventures of our little Italian underdog (cat). Have you seen Toto s other adventures? The Incredible Cheese Heist, The Superstar Catastrophe, The Mystery Jewel Thief and The Legend of the Wildcat are out now, and make perfect gifts for young readers.For more animal adventures, discover Wings of Glory. Can one tiny bird help to win a world war? A funny action-adventure story with a feathery twist, from the bestselling children s author of Toto the Ninja Cat, Dermot O Leary, with glorious illustrations throughout by Claire Powell.

Objev podobné jako Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape - Dermot O

Mistreated for being mixed-race and forced into hard labour at a workhouse in West Hoboken, New Jersey, young Max and Molly are ordinary orphans - or so they think. That is, until a wise old man hears their last name: M Chawi. Rattled by this realization, he sends them off on a journey that will uncover the secret behind their mystic lineage and give them purpose and power far from home - on the Moon! There, they encounter the Moon s fantastic inhabitants: the Sky Pirates and their merciless Queen Melissa; the Groos, blue primates and genius mechanics - literal grease monkeys - and their robot protector, Moma Machina; and a kingdom of singing spiders giant enough to eat a man. Looks can be deceiving, and those who first appear frightening can turn out to be allies, and even friends. Take Prince Grakko, pampered heir-apparent to the Bat-People. The Moon is a land locked in constant battle. Races live in fear and ignorance of one another. To make matters worse, the siblings getaway isn t as clean as they d hoped, and the Earth Queen s Grand Inquisitor is hot on their trail. Armed with a bejewelled dagger, pendant, and pure hearts, Max and Molly must unite the denizens of the Moon under a common cause, before humanity s folly reduces their world to rubble. Equal parts Jules Verne and Bone, The Moon Prince is a star-spanning, page-turning epic for the ages.

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From bestselling children s author and TV broadcaster, Dermot O Leary, comes an action-packed new adventure from Toto the ninja cat - this time she s on holiday . . . but evil never takes a break! Purrfect for fans of The Aristocats, The Secret Life of Pets and Atticus Claw Breaks the Law.After months of keeping London safe from notorious animal bad guys, Toto the Ninja Cat is going on a well-earned holiday to the world s most famous music festival - Catstonbury!But a villain has a dastardly plan to hypnotise the crowd when a world-famous band is on stage, turning them into evil minions. How can Toto possibly prevent the catastrophe when everyone thinks the band is the cat s pyjamas? It will take all Toto s ninja skills - and some help from a friendly otter - to save the day . . .Ideal for reading aloud or for children to curl up with and read alone, the story features brilliant black and white illustrations throughout by Nick East. With gentle themes of friendship, inclusivity and winning in the face of adversity, this is a hilarious must-read for all animal-loving kids!Dermot says: The idea for Toto first came to me when my wife and I rescued two stray cats from an olive grove in Italy. One of them, Toto, has been blind from birth, but we quickly realised she had ninja-like reactions. Like a lot of cat owners (or cat servants), we like to imagine our pets having secret lives when we re out or asleep. So before I knew it I was writing about Toto and her brother Silver s nocturnal adventures around London. I really hope that children who pick it up enjoy reading the adventures of our little Italian underdog (cat). Have you seen Toto s other adventures? The Great Snake Escape, The Incredible Cheese Heist, The Mystery Jewel Thief and The Legend of the Wildcat are out now, and make perfect gifts for young readers.For more animal adventures, discover Wings of Glory. Can one tiny bird help to win a world war? A funny action-adventure story with a feathery twist, from the bestselling children s author of Toto the Ninja Cat, Dermot O Leary, with glorious illustrations throughout by Claire Powell.

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A lifetime spend fighting the powers that be and turning personal pain into collective power. Take care of this book because you are holding our history in your hands. - LOWKEY Michael Mansfield is the greatest civil liberties lawyer this country has ever produced - Baroness HELENA KENNEDY of the Shaws KC Michael Mansfield has given power to the voiceless, the innocents ... For this, he too is a hero - JOHN PILGER Michael Mansfield combines rare humanity with a brilliant understanding of the law - JON SNOW A book of great importance ... Mr Mansfield s thoughtful reflections demand our attention - KEN LOACH An impressive and inspiring read - DUNCAN CAMPBELL I want this book to inspire people, give them a blueprint for fighting their own battles, and challenge the status quo. To see that together, we are always stronger. To understand that those who stand in the way of change cannot do so forever. Michael Mansfield, KCBarrister Michael Mansfield, KC, has spent his career fighting injustice, persecution and corruption. And be it the Birmingham Six, Bloody Sunday, Stephen Lawrence, the Marchioness, Hillsborough or Grenfell, he has come to learn one thing - that people power is unstoppable.Time and again he has witnessed governments, police forces, legal institutions and the establishment, try to block change and maintain the status quo in order to protect their interests. But almost every time he has seen that passion, perseverance, collectivity and courage create a powerful momentum which is increasingly difficult to stop.In this short but powerful book, the veteran barrister draws upon his 50 years of fighting for justice and revisits his most important cases and clients, proving without doubt that when people get together they can make lasting and positive change.The power is in the people - not the people in power.

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A hilarious, fully illustrated book full of tongue-in-cheek advice for surviving life as a cat parent - the perfect gift for any cat loverYou have the best cat in the world, it s true. But there s no avoiding the fact that, perfect and adorable as they may be, there are certain elements of being a cat owner that you could do without. Those thoughtful gifts you find in the kitchen. The scratch-marks on the couch. Their hairballs clogging up your vacuum cleaner.Luckily, this no-nonsense guide is here to teach you all the tricks you ll ever need to help you navigate life with your furry friend, so you can focus on the positives - like giving them head-scritches and cooing over their little toe beans.With pearls of wisdom like these, you ll be a pro cat parent in no time:- As a cat parent, you will need to work out the golden number of tummy rubs your cat will allow before they turn into an uncontrollable scratch-monster- Your cat may look cute and innocent, but there s an evil mastermind secretly at work behind all that fluff- Items placed on a surface are highly offensive to cats and will be quickly dispatched to the floor, where they belong

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Beautifully written and brimming with defiance Xiran Jay Zhao, bestselling author of Iron Widow Two princes. One prophecy. A fate she cannot outrun. The night Fei was born, a prophecy was made: she would one day become the Empress of All Empresses. Torn from her family as a child and raised in the palace to one day marry the Crown Prince of the most powerful empire in the land, Fei has only ever known loneliness. When the opportunity arises to seize her own destiny for the first time in her life, Fei sets out to hunt a legendary tiger, knowing it might cost her everything. What she doesn t expect is to fall under the mercy of Yexue, the beautiful runaway prince from a rival kingdom. Blessed by the night, harbouring a dangerous magic, and capable of commanding an army of deadly vampires, Yexue could be the key to Fei gaining more than just her freedom. But to outrun destiny, Fei must spark a wave of events that will change the world as she knows it. Torn between two princes and plagued by nightmares of bloodshed, she finds that the stars might be more inescapable - and more irresistible - than she ever considered before . . .Two kingdoms on the brink of battle. One prophesied empress to unite them, who finds herself caught between two princes and the fact that love alone may not stop the coming war. A thrilling YA romantasy from the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods.

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A purrfectly compiled book of cat jokes featuring the absolute best of the worst groan-worthy feline funnies, with adorable illustrations littered throughout. This book isn #39;t kitten around! From the author of the bestselling Essential Compendium of Dad Jokes, this collection of 165 hissterical jokes will provide endless silliness and just-one-more amewsment for any cat lover. Whether you simply need a laugh or want to fill an awkward pawse in conversation, turn the pages of The Impawsibly Good Book of Cat Jokes to find shareable puns and one-liners surrounded by bright, playful artwork that captures just the right cattitude. When it comes to feline-themed fun, this catpendium of comedy has got it all, fur real.A PAWSOME GIFT FOR CAT LOVERS: Whether you love cats or are looking for a present for someone who does, this book is perfect for anyone who just can’t get enough of their feline friends. 100+ JOKES: This joke book is jam-packed with painfully punny entries, including such gems as: What party game do kittens love to play? Mewsical chairs. Have you heard about the cat who had his membership revoked? He had forgotten to pay his annual fleas. Why did the cat wear a tuxedo? He was feline fancy! DAD JOKES WITH A TWIST: No matter how cringe-worthy they are, dad jokes will always have a special place in the joke arsenal. Classic dad joke meets crazy cat lady: these jokes are the purrfect blend! Perfect for: Cat people of all ages Gift-giving for cat-loving family and friends Humor enthusiasts and anyone who loves puns and dumb joke books Fans of I Could Pee on This: And Other Poems by Cats, Oh. It #39;s You.: Love Poems by Cats, and The Essential Compendium of Dad Jokes

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