the magic lantern timothy garton ash

The Magic Lantern is one of those rare books that capture history in the making, written by an author who was witness to some of the most remarkable moments that marked the collapse of Communism in Eastern Europe. Timothy Garton Ash was there in Warsaw, on 4 June, when the communist government was humiliated by Solidarity in the first semi-free elections since the Second World War. He was there in Budapest, twelve days later, when Imre Nagy - thirty-one years after his execution - was finally given his proper funeral. He was there in Berlin, as the Wall opened. And most remarkable of all, he was there in Prague, in the back rooms of the Magic Lantern theatre, with Václav Havel and the members of Civic Forum, as they made their Velvet Revolution .

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In 1978 Timothy Garton Ash went to live in Berlin to see what that divided city could teach him about tyranny and freedom. Fifteen years later, by then internationally famous for his reportage of the downfall of communism in Central Europe, he returned to look at his Stasi file which bore the code-name Romeo . Compiled by the East German secret police, with the assistance of both professional spies and ordinary people turned informer, it contained a meticulous record of his earlier life in Berlin.In this memoir, he describes rediscovering his younger self through the eyes of the Stasi, and then confronting those who had informed against him. Moving from document to remembrance, from the offices of Britain s own security service to the living rooms of retired Stasi officers, The File is a personal narrative as gripping, as disquieting, and as morally provocative as any fiction by George Orwell or Graham Greene. And it is all true.

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Tremendously enjoyable ... thoughtful, honest, open, self-deprecating Dominic Sandbrook, Sunday Times Readers could hardly wish for a wiser guide ... panoramic ...defiantly hopeful Financial TimesDrawing from the people who lived it, Homelands explores how Europe slowly recovered and rebuilt from World War Two. And then faltered. Timothy Garton Ash, our greatest writer about Europe, has spent a lifetime studying Europe and this deeply felt book is full of vivid experiences: from his father s memories of D-Day and his own surveillance at the hands of the Stasi to interviewing Albanian guerrillas in the mountains of Kosovo and angry teenagers in the poorest quarters of Paris, as well as advising prime ministers, chancellors and presidents.Homelands is at once a living, breathing history of a period of unprecedented progress, a clear-eyed account of how so much then went wrong and an urgent call to the citizens of this great old continent to understand and defend what we have collectively achieved. The right book for Europe, at the right time Timothy Snyder, author of On Tyranny A moving love letter to Europe Lea Ypi, author of Free

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Audiokniha: Sjednocená Evropa není bez chyb, ale právě proto si od nás žádá dennodenní péči. Barbarskou světovou válkou pobořená, pak dlouho rozdělená a zadrátovaná, vždy rozdrobená a s nejasnou východní hranicí, nicméně proto ochotná propojit to, co je očividně vlastností celku. Místy rozhádaná, demograficky nevyvážená a populisty demolovaná, až se o ni bojíme. Taková je Evropa, jak ji znají generace, které jsou v ní doma. V náhledu předního britského publicisty, který do rozboru její integrace promítl výjimečnou životní zkušenost, odbornost i setkání s desítkami neokázalých svědků z mnoha zemí, se ukazuje, nakolik už se náš světadíl oprostil od nacionalismů, a přece zůstává „jednotný v rozmanitosti“. Bytostný Evropan Garton Ash rád po britsku vtipkuje, avšak nezamlčuje, že proces půlstoletého stmelování provázely jak úctyhodné vize, tak pokrytecké ústrky, špatné odhady a propady. Po brexitu a Putinově vpádu na Ukrajinu jako bychom se navíc chtě nechtě vraceli cestou pracně vyvzdorované svornosti zase zpět. Nová válka v intenzitě, jakou kontinent skoro osmdesát let nepoznal, testuje naši soudržnost v míře neméně závažné. Pomineme-li však všechny ostatní Evropy, které jsme čas od času zkoušeli zavádět, žijeme podle autora stále v té nejlepší možné. Bránit její svobodu, zdokonalovat ji a rozšiřovat má smysl. Učitel Timothyho Snydera hledá a nalézá ducha moderních evropských dějin. Zvlášť cenná je jeho čtivá analýza pro mladé rebely, občas omámené představou, že historii přece už lidstvo odzvonilo. Jaká iluze. Kdo si svou minulost nepamatuje, je podle filozofa Santayany odsouzen prožít ji znovu. „Neodolatelně dobře napsaná kniha: přístupná, vtipná a inteligentní. – Neal Acherson, The New York Review of Books. „Toto není výklad dějin Evropské unie a už vůbec ne strastiplných vztahů Británie s ní. Místo toho vrhá panoramatický pohled na kontinent s 850 miliony obyvatel a naslouchá slovům na ulici v Prištině stejně jako v Paříži (...) Je to nestranné, ale zároveň tak srdečné dílo. – Boyd Tonkin, The Financial Times. „Rozhodně si musíme dávat pozor, abychom si dějiny poválečné Evropy nezačali vyprávět jako pohádku, v níž se moudří a ctnostní hrdinové poučí ze zkušeností, které mají s peklem, aby vybudovali nebe. (…) [Geremkův] příběh je jedinečný, avšak v základu je jeho evropanství typické pro několik generací budovatelů Evropy, kteří našemu kontinentu dali dnešní podobu z počátku jedenadvacátého století. Porovnáte-li argumenty, jimiž se od čtyřicátých do devadesátých let minulého století evropská integrace v různých zemích prosazovala, vypadá na první pohled každý národní příběh jinak. Když se však ponoříte hloub, všimnete si stejné základní myšlenky: ‚Tohle místo není pěkné; chceme žít v lepším, a to lepší místo se jmenuje Evropa.‘“ – ukázka z textu. „Východ sledoval Západ stejně jako žena středních let sleduje v americkém bistru Meg Ryanovou, jak očividně předstírá orgasmus ve filmu z roku 1989 Když Harry potkal Sally, a říká přitom: „Chtěla bych to, co má ona.“ (…) Postkomunistická Evropa tak připomínala cosi jako pouťovou atrakci se zkreslujícími zrcadly: když se do takového zrcadla podíváte, spatříte jednou strašlivého tlusťocha, podruhé legračně vychrtlého dlouhána. Jenže také sám se sebou spokojený člověk ze Západu, který se těm bizarně zkreslujícím zrcadlům smál, měl nebezpečnou nadváhu, vysoký krevní tlak a nemocné srdce. – ukázka z textu.

Objev podobné jako Evropa, náš domov: Od vylodění v Normandii po válku na Ukrajině - Timothy Garton Ash - audiokniha

Proslulý historik a novinář se již téměř půl století zabývá rolí Evropy při utváření moderního světa a výzvami, jimž musí čelit. Byl svědkem revolucí v řadě satelitů Sovětského svazu a jeho kontakty s inspirátory politických změn mu poskytly cenný materiál pro tuto knihu. Nabízí v ní zasvěcený pohled na proces integrace západní Evropy a na proměnu střední a východní Evropy mezi maďarskou revolucí v roce 1956 a ruskou invazí na Ukrajinu. Autor líčí, jak se Evropa vynořila z válečné zkázy, aby se demokratizovala, sjednotila a posléze zhroutila. Přibližuje období nebývalého pokroku společně s tím, jak se mnohé pokazilo, od finanční krize v roce 2008 až po současný konflikt s Ruskem. Nezastírá korupci a nesnášenlivost, které poznamenaly vstup narůstajícího počtu kandidátských států do EU. A zamýšlí se nad tím, co by mělo případné hranice rozšíření EU definovat. Současně uvádí některá ponaučení z uplynulého půlstoletí, např. neobratný a nehumánní pokus o vytvoření pevnosti Evropa proti imigraci, jenž podpořil oživení rasistické krajní pravice. Kniha Timothyho Gartona Ashe je také jeho osobním příběhem poznávání a chápání Evropy.

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Join Kitty and her cat crew on the rooftops for a series of enchanting adventures by the light of the moon. Kitty and her classmates are taking part in a lantern parade through the city. The glittering fairy lights and glowing lanterns look so pretty in the darkness, and there a huge full moon in the night sky. But there s a dastardly thief sneaking through the crowds and stealing anything that sparkles. It s a race against the clock, can Kitty catch the thief and return the stolen items before the lantern parade ends?

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Wilhelm von Habsburg wore the uniform of an Austrian officer, the court regalia of a Habsburg archduke, the simple suit of a Parisian exile, the decorations of the Order of the Golden Fleece and, every so often, a dress. He spoke the Italian of his archduke mother, the German of his archduke father, the English of his British royal friends, the Polish of the country his father wished to rule and the Ukrainian of the land Wilhelm wished to rule himself.Timothy Snyder s masterful biography is not only a reconstruction of the life of this extraordinary man - a man who remained loyal to his Ukrainian dreams even after the country s dissolution in 1921- but also charts the final collapse of the ancien regime in Europe and the rise of a new world order.

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There is no one I trust more to deliver the holiday spirit wrapped up in perfectly-timed comedic gold than Timothy Janovsky ALICIA THOMPSON The Merriest Misters is endlessly inventive and just plain magical! R. ERIC THOMAS...............Saving Christmas? Easy!Saving their relationship? Not so much . . .Patrick Hargrave and Quinn Muller have been married for less than a year, but their passionate romance is cracking under the pressures of domestic life. That s until Christmas Eve, when Patrick wakes Quinn up with: I think I ve killed a man. When Quinn realises that the burglar Patrick knocked out is none other than Mr. Claus himself, the couple soon find themselves looped in by a harried elf to (red) suit up and save Christmas!But, as the sun rises on Christmas morning and the sleigh takes them back to the North Pole instead of New Jersey, they re in for a massive shock. The couple must assume the roles of Santa Claus and the first ever Merriest Mister, or Christmas will be cancelled . . . permanently.With Christmas - and their marriage - on the line, Patrick and Quinn agree to make a go of it for one year. But can running a toy shop together save their relationship, or will Patrick and Quinn be stuffing coal in each other s stockings by next Christmas?________________________________________________Readers are LOVING The Merriest Misters: Holiday spirit abounds, with lots of whimsy and room for creativity...I m not even that big of a holiday book reader, but I admittedly was starting to check the forecast in hopes of cooler days. Break out the hot chocolate! A joyfully queer romcom Queer people deserve this type of heartwarming, healing holiday story and I m so glad to see books like this being published. Feel like it would be the perfect read to cosy up with a hot chocolate on Christmas Eve! I absolutely adored this book, it was like Santa Clause the movie but make it LGBTQ+

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Reader reviews A fresh perspective that will transform how you see the gospel! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sometimes God has a way to show us ourselves in the mirror and through this book, that s what He did!. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An inspiring book for faithful believers and curious outsiders to come to a new and totally life-changing understanding of the central message of the Christian faith. In The Prodigal God, Timothy Keller uses the story of the prodigal son to shine a light on the central, beautiful message of Jesus: the gospel of grace, hope and salvation. Keller argues that the parable of the prodigal son, while Jesus best-known parable, is also his least understood. He introduces the reader to all the characters in this timeless story, showing that it concerns not just a wayward son, but also a judgemental older brother and, most importantly, a loving father. A fine exposition of the heart of the Christian faith... much needed at the present time - Evangelical Now

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A unique and empowering resource to overcoming stress and stabilizing your mental health in today’s volatile world—part of the bestselling Inner Game series, with more than one million copies sold! “Tim Gallwey is one of the great teachers of our time. In this day, when many talk of accelerating learning in organizations but few have actually done it, the words of a master are timely indeed.”—Peter M. Senge, author of The Fifth Discipline: The Art and Practice of the Learning Organization Renowned sports psychology expert W. Timothy Gallwey teams up with two esteemed physicians to present an invaluable guide for managing everyday stress. Gallwey explains how negative self-talk undermines us and leaves us feeling helpless and unhappy—and he shows that we have the means to build a shield against stress using our abilities to take childlike pleasure in learning new skills, which can help us rest, relax, and trust our own judgement. With his trademark mix of case histories and interactive worksheets, Gallwey helps us tap into our inner strengths with these practical tools:• the STOP technique: Learn how to Step back, Think, Organize, and Proceed with a more conscious choice process, even in the most chaotic circumstances.• the Attitude tool: If you’re feeling resentment, try gratitude.• the Magic Pen: Develop the ability to open up your intuition and wisdom.• the Transpose exercise: Imagine what the other person thinks, feels, wants—and develop empathy, kindness, and better relationship skills.• the PLE triangle: Use your goals for Performance, Learning, and Experience to redefine success and enhance enjoyment.You don’t have to be an athlete to keep your life in perspective and your performance at its peak. A one-of-a kind guide, The Inner Game of Stress allows anyone to get in the game and win.

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What is it like to radically change your life? Writer Alec Ash meets the Chinese who are doing just this, â ˜reverse migratingâ ™ from the cities to the remote countryside of southwest China â ” and joins them himself, in an extraordinary and inspiring journey of self-discovery. In 2020, Alec Ash left behind his old life as a journalist in buzzy Beijing, and moved to Dali, a rural valley in Chinaâ ™s Yunnan province, centred around a great lake shaped like an ear and overlooked by the Cang mountain range. Here, he hoped to find the space and perspective to mend heartbreak, and escape the trappings of fast-paced, high-pressured city life. Originally home to the Bai people, Dali has become a richly diverse community of people of all ages and backgrounds, with one shared goal: to reject the worst parts of modernity and live more simply, in tune with the natural world and away from the nexus of authoritarian power. It is into this community that Alec embeds himself, charting his first year of life in Dali among these fascinating neighbours, from political dissidents to bohemian hippies. The Mountains Are High is a beautifully written, candid memoir about how reevaluating what is really important and taking a leap of faith to reach it can genuinely transform your life. As one of the â ˜new migrantsâ ™ tells Alec when he arrives: it is easy to change your environment, far more difficult to change your mind.

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Orthodoxy claims to be universal . . . Since its first publication fifty years ago, Timothy Ware s book has become established throughout the English-speaking world as the standard introduction to the Orthodox Church. Orthodoxy continues to be a subject of enormous interest among western Christians, and the author believes that an understanding of its standpoint is necessary before the Roman Catholic and Protestant Churches can be reunited. In this revised and updated edition he explains the Orthodox views on such widely ranging matters as Ecumenical Councils, Sacraments, Free Will, Purgatory, the Papacy and the relation between the different Orthodox Churches.

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Hiking South Florida and the Keys features thirty-nine of the finest trails the region has to offer, from wet cypress swamps to dry pinewood forests. Four sections—Short Family Hikes, Day and Overnight Hikes, Long Haulers, and Walking the Florida Keys—comprise this user-friendly guide. M. Timothy O’Keefe shares his top hikes in twenty-three prime areas, including Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Jonathan Dickenson State Park, Everglades National Park, Big Cypress National Preserve, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, and National Key Deer Refuge. Each hike includes all the information you need to make the most of exploring South Florida and the Keys on foot.Look inside to find:• Hikes suited to every ability• Directions to the trailheads• Comprehensive trail descriptions, maps, and elevation profiles• Mile-by-mile directional cues• Difficulty ratings, average hiking times, best hiking seasons, and elevation gain/loss for every featured hike• Area-specific tips on safety, hiking ethics, plants and animals, preserving the environment, and more

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Let me tell you a secret: skateboarding is magic.I don t mean you have to be a magician to do it.In fact, anyone can skateboard.I m going to show you exactly how I do it, why I do it and what I love most about it.So come with me...Learn how Sky Brown, the youngest person to win a medal in skateboarding at the Olympics, fell in love with the sport. Then, she ll share how to skateboard - from flip tricks and grab tricks to air tricks and slide tricks - and offers insider tips and sage advice for young fans around the world.Packed with step-by-step skills and oozing with passion, these little handbooks are for any young reader who loves life.This practical biographical handbook for readers 6+ features:-A joy-filled introduction to the sport of skateboarding-Words by world renowned skateboarding sensation, Sky Brown-Step-by-step instructions-Explanatory illustrations of basic and advanced skateboarding tricksWith fun-filled, engaging illustrations from Shaw Davidson, and in the words of Sky Brown herself, this is the perfect book to inspire children to find their life s passion.This book is in an exciting new series that celebrates the magic of life skills that bring joy, and the heroes who made them their passion.More in the SeriesThe Life-changing Magic of Skateboarding is part of the Life-changing Magic series, beginner s guides to skills that bring joy, written by real-life heroes who made them their passion. Complete the series with Grandmaster Maurice Ashley in The Life-changing Magic of Chess, world famous musician Nandi Bushell in The Life-changing Magic of Baking, and social media sensation baker Joy Wilson in The Life-changing Magic of Baking.

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Discover the sorcery of The Magic Flute in this musical retelling of the opera- push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing, and singers singing, from Mozart’s score.This classic opera, reworked for the benefit of younger readers, tells a tale of a prince, a princess and a magic flute, which begins in a mountain ridge between two magical lands. Prince Tamino enters, chased by a dragon, but three brave mountain rangers gallop past on horseback to rescue him.His cowardly friend Papageno comes out from his hiding place and they revive the prince. The rangers ask for one favor in return. Their boss, the Queen of the Night, asks Prince Tamino to rescue her daughter, Princess Pamina, from the evil Sun King. She gives Tamino a magic flute and Papageno some magic bells to help them.The story follows Prince Tamino as he breaks into the Sun King’s palace, charms the court with his magic flute, and gets caught by the guards. Will the prince escape with the princess?As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes, you will press the buttons to hear 10 excerpts from the opera’s music. Readers should press firmly on the pages to activate the sounds, encouraging interactive learning and introducing children to this beautiful piece of music.At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Mozart, with details about his composition of The Magic Flute. Next to this, you can replay the musical excerpts and, for each of them, read a discussion of the instruments, rhythms, and musical techniques that make them so powerful. A glossary defines musical terms.The Story Orchestra series brings classical music to life for children through gorgeously illustrated retellings of classic ballet, opera, and program music stories paired with 10-second sound clips of orchestras playing from their musical scores. With The Story Orchestra keyboard sound books, children can play the famous melodies themselves with the sound of a real grand piano.Also available from the series: I Can Play (vol 1), Carnival of the Animals, Swan Lake, The Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker, and Four Seasons in One Day.Manufacturer’s note: please pull the white tab out of the back of the book before use. Sound buttons require a firm push in exact location to work, which may be hard for young children. All sound clips are 10 seconds long.The perfect primer to introduce children to classical music.

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A beginner s guide to baking, with secrets from beloved baker Joy Wilson.Let me tell you a secret: baking is magic. I don t mean that you have to be a magician to do it. Let me show you how I bake, so you can find the magic in it, too... Learn how Joy Wilson, the social media sensation baker and cookbook author, grew up watching her parents bake and took chocolate chip cookies to her first job interview. She shares how she bakes - from creaming butter and sugar, to greasing a pan, icing and adding rainbow sprinkles - and offers insider tips and sage advice for young fans around the world. Packed with step-by-step skills and oozing with passion, these little handbooks are for any young reader who loves life.This practical biographical handbook is perfect for children aged 6+· This book is a joy-filled introduction to baking· Written by baking sensation and social media star Joy Wilson· Includes step-by-step instructions on techniques like creaming, icing and mixing· Includes a recipe for Happy Every Day cake from Joy herselfWith warm, engaging illustrations from Tatiana Kamshilina, and in the words of Joy Wilson herself, this is the perfect book to inspire children to find their life s passion. This book is in an exciting new series that celebrates the magic of life skills that bring joy, and the heroes who made them their passion.More in the SeriesThe Life-changing Magic of Baking is part of the Life-changing Magic series, beginner s guides to skills that bring joy, written by real-life heroes who made them their passion. Complete the series with Grandmaster Maurice Ashley in The Life-changing Magic of Chess, world champion Sky Brown in The Life-changing Magic of Skateboarding, and drumming sensation Nandi Bushell in The Life-changing Magic of Drumming.

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lanterne rouge (French | noun): The competitor who finishes last in the Tour de France Froome, Wiggins, Merckx â “ we know the winners of the Tour de France, but what about the men who finish last?Lanterne Rouge tells the forgotten, often inspirational and occasionally absurd stories of the last-placed rider. We learn of stage winners and former yellow jerseys who tasted life at the other end of the bunch; the breakaway leader who stopped for a bottle of wine and then took a wrong turn; the doper whose drug cocktail accidently slowed him down and the rider who was recognised as the most combative despite finishing at the back. Flipping the Tour de France on its head and examines what these stories tell us about ourselves, the 99% who donâ ™t win the trophy, Lantern Rouge forces us to re-examine the meaning of success, failure and the very nature of sport.â ˜A lively account of largely forgotten men... Itâ ™s not easy to come up with an original angle on Le Tour, but with this rear view Leonard has managed the feat in styleâ ™ Independent on Sunday

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Adventure of the Goblin Dog is a stand-alone Magic Faraway Tree adventure by the world s best-loved children s author, Enid Blyton.Discover the magic! Travel to the top of the Magic Faraway Tree with Peter and Mary on their quest to rescue a princess.Back in print for the first time in a generation, this is a wonderful introduction to the world of the Magic Faraway Tree. Explore Fairyland in this magical story, where you ll encounter the Goblin Dog, rescue a princess and visit the Land of Storytellers. This story first appeared in 1936 and was edited by Enid Blyton herself to become part of the Magic Faraway Tree world in 1952, featuring different children discovering the Faraway Tree. The Magic Faraway Tree series is one of Enid Blyton s best-loved and most enduring creations.***The Magic Faraway Tree ®, Enid Blyton ® and Enid Blyton s signature are Registered Trademarks of Hodder and Stoughton Limited. No trademark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trademark and copyright owner.

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Chess is a bit like doing magic.The pieces come alive and you re the magician.You get to move them where you like, within the rules of the game.Cool, huh? So let me take you back to the very beginning and show you how it s done...Discover why the world s first Black Grandmaster Maurice Ashley thinks that chess is one of the best skills in life. Follow him on a journey from the Bronx to a world stage where he has taught thousands of young people the life philosophies of the game.Packed with step-by-step skills and oozing with passion, these little handbooks are for any young reader who loves life.This practical biographical handbook for readers 6+ offers:-A child-friendly, joy-filled introduction to the game of chess-Inspirational words and advice from the first Black Grandmaster, Maurice Ashley-Step-by-step instructions on how to play the game of chess-Explanatory pictures of basic and advanced chess skillsWith fun-filled, engaging illustrations from Denis Angelov, and in the words of Maurice Ashley, this is the perfect book to inspire children to find their life s passion.This book is in an exciting new series that celebrates the magic of life skills that bring joy, and the heroes who made them their passion.More in the SeriesThe Life-changing Magic of Chess is part of the Life-changing Magic series, beginner s guides to skills that bring joy, written by real-life heroes who made them their passion. Complete the series with Olympic medalist Sky Brown in The Life-changing Magic of Skateboarding, world famous musician Nandi Bushell in The Life-changing Magic of Baking, and social media sensation baker Joy Wilson in The Life-changing Magic of Baking.

Objev podobné jako The Life Changing Magic of Chess - Maurice Ashley

Discover the Magic Faraway Tree and explore the amazing lands it can lead to, in an irresistible new story by bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson, set in this much-loved world. Milo, Mia and Birdy are on a countryside holiday when they wander into an Enchanted Wood. Among the whispering leaves, there is a beautiful tree that stands high above the rest.The Magic Faraway Tree is home to many remarkable creatures including a fairy called Silky, her best friend Moonface and more. Little Birdy is only too happy to find that fairies are real. Even her older brother and sister are soon won over by the magic of the Faraway Tree and the extraordinary places they discover above it, including the Land of Unicorns.But not every land is so much fun. Danger looms in the Land of Dragons. Will Moonface s magic work in time to save the children?The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton was Jacqueline Wilson s own favourite book as a very young child.Now Britain s favourite contemporary children s author, creator of Hetty Feather and Tracy Beaker, revisits this glorious magical world, weaving a brand-new story perfect for the next generation of young readers. Discover the magic!

Objev podobné jako The Magic Faraway Tree: A New Adventure - Jacqueline Wilsonová

‘Full of Hoffman’s bewitching and lucid prose and vivid characters, The Book of Magic is ultimately about the very human magic of family and love and actions that echo through generations… it casts a spell’ —Matt HaigTHE STUNNING, UNFORGETTABLE CONCLUSION TO THE BELOVED PRACTICAL MAGIC SERIES For centuries, the Owens family has been cursed in matters of love. When beloved aunt Jet Owens hears the sound of the deathwatch beetle, she knows that it is a signal. She has finally discovered the secret to breaking the curse, but time is running out. She has only seven days to live. Unaware of the family’s witchcraft lineage and all it entails, one of the young sisters of the new Owens generation has fallen in love. As the curse strikes once again, her love’s fate hangs in the balance, spurring three generations of Owens to venture back to where it all began and use their gifts to break the spell that has marked all their lives. But doing so threatens to destroy everything the family has fought so hard to protect. How much will they give up for the greatest gift of all? #39;This page-turning Atlantic-crossing caper is, above all, a paean to family love... These fast fairytales for grown-ups are full of enchanting comfort – more escapist than curse #39; —Sunday Times #39;A satisfying tale springs from a slow beginning, packing in escapist fable, real-world savvy and incidents galore #39; —Mail on Sunday #39;Delightfully witchy... Alluring on its own, it #39;s also a satisfying end to a timeless saga #39; —New York Times Book ReviewPRAISE for ALICE HOFFMAN ‘Beautiful, harrowing, a major contribution to twenty-first century literature’Toni Morrison ‘I am still reeling from The Dovekeepers – from the history Alice Hoffman illuminates, from the language she uses to bring these women to life. This novel is a testament to the human spirit and to love rising from the ashes of war. But most of all, this novel is one that will never be forgotten by a reader.’Jodi Picoult ‘In her remarkable new novel, Alice Hoffman holds a mirror to our ancient past as she explores the contemporary themes of sexual desire, women’s solidarity in the face of strife, and the magic that’s quietly present in our day-to-day living. Put The Dovekeepers at the pinnacle of Hoffman’s extraordinary body of work. I was blown away.’Wally Lamb ‘Alice Hoffman takes seemingly ordinary lives and lets us see and feel extraordinary things.’Amy Tan ‘Miss Hoffman heals wounds with the gentle touch of an angel’Joseph Heller #39;Oh, what a book this is! Hoffman’s exploration of the world of good and evil, and the constant contest between them, is unflinching; and the humanity she brings to us – it is a glorious experience. #39;Elizabeth Strout

Objev podobné jako The Book of Magic - Alice Hoffman

Join Jada and Granny Jinks in this charming new series for readers aged 6+! Gorgeously illustrated throughout by Selom Sunu, and brimming with warmth, tricks and magic, this is the perfect read for fans of The Naughtiest Unicorn and Wigglesbottom Primary!Granny Jinks and Jada have officially joined the Dalton Green Magic Society, but the fun has only just started! For their next trick, Granny Jinks and Jada will have to perform magic with the cheekiest assistant of them all – an animal! Will naughty Luna the cat learn her magic trick in time, and will Jada’s best friend, Matilda, ever find the perfect pet for hers? Inspired by the true story of Jenny Mayers – the first Black woman to be accepted into the Magic Circle.*Includes how-to magic tricks for you to try at home!* With themes of finding courage, making friends, managing relationships at home, school and in the community, this is a wonderful new series for readers aged 6 and up!

Objev podobné jako The Marvellous Granny Jinks and Me: Animal Magic! - Serena Holly

‘Full of Hoffman’s bewitching and lucid prose and vivid characters, The Book of Magic is ultimately about the very human magic of family and love and actions that echo through generations… it casts a spell’ —Matt HaigTHE STUNNING, UNFORGETTABLE CONCLUSION TO THE BELOVED PRACTICAL MAGIC SERIES For centuries, the Owens family has been cursed in matters of love. When beloved aunt Jet Owens hears the sound of the deathwatch beetle, she knows that it is a signal. She has finally discovered the secret to breaking the curse, but time is running out. She has only seven days to live. Unaware of the family’s witchcraft lineage and all it entails, one of the young sisters of the new Owens generation has fallen in love. As the curse strikes once again, her love’s fate hangs in the balance, spurring three generations of Owens to venture back to where it all began and use their gifts to break the spell that has marked all their lives. But doing so threatens to destroy everything the family has fought so hard to protect. How much will they give up for the greatest gift of all? #39;This page-turning Atlantic-crossing caper is, above all, a paean to family love... These fast fairytales for grown-ups are full of enchanting comfort – more escapist than curse #39; —Sunday Times #39;A satisfying tale springs from a slow beginning, packing in escapist fable, real-world savvy and incidents galore #39; —Mail on Sunday #39;Delightfully witchy... Alluring on its own, it #39;s also a satisfying end to a timeless saga #39; —New York Times Book ReviewPRAISE for ALICE HOFFMAN ‘Beautiful, harrowing, a major contribution to twenty-first century literature’Toni Morrison ‘I am still reeling from The Dovekeepers – from the history Alice Hoffman illuminates, from the language she uses to bring these women to life. This novel is a testament to the human spirit and to love rising from the ashes of war. But most of all, this novel is one that will never be forgotten by a reader.’Jodi Picoult ‘In her remarkable new novel, Alice Hoffman holds a mirror to our ancient past as she explores the contemporary themes of sexual desire, women’s solidarity in the face of strife, and the magic that’s quietly present in our day-to-day living. Put The Dovekeepers at the pinnacle of Hoffman’s extraordinary body of work. I was blown away.’Wally Lamb ‘Alice Hoffman takes seemingly ordinary lives and lets us see and feel extraordinary things.’Amy Tan ‘Miss Hoffman heals wounds with the gentle touch of an angel’Joseph Heller #39;Oh, what a book this is! Hoffman’s exploration of the world of good and evil, and the constant contest between them, is unflinching; and the humanity she brings to us – it is a glorious experience. #39;Elizabeth Strout

Objev podobné jako The Book of Magic - Alice Hoffman

Get ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Everyone in Fairyland is preparing for the Fairy Olympics, but Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the magic sporty items so they can win by cheating! And with the items missing, the human Olympics will be ruined too...can Rachel and Kirsty get the items back before it s too late? These stories are magic; they turn children into readers! ReadingZone.com Read all seven fairy adventures in the Sporty Fairies set! Helena the Horse-riding Fairy; Francesca the Football Fairy; Zoe the Skating Fairy; Naomi the Netball Fairy; Samantha the Swimming Fairy; Alice the Tennis Fairy; Gemma the Gymnastics Fairy. If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

Objev podobné jako Rainbow Magic: Gemma the Gymnastic Fairy - Daisy Meadows

Get ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Everyone knows Kirsty and Rachel are best friends. But when Jack Frost steals the Friendship Fairies magical objects, the special bond of BFFs everywhere is at risk! Can they fight the Ice Lord and his goblin minions to restore the magic of friendship in both the Fairyland and worlds? These stories are magic; they turn children into readers! ReadingZone.com Read all four fairy adventures in the Friendship Fairies set! Esther the Kindness Fairy; Mary the Sharing Fairy; Mimi the Laughter Fairy; Clare the Caring Fairy. If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

Objev podobné jako Rainbow Magic: Clare the Caring Fairy - Daisy Meadows

Get ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Everyone in Fairyland is preparing for the Fairy Olympics, but Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the magic sporty items so they can win by cheating! And with the items missing, the human Olympics will be ruined too...can Rachel and Kirsty get the items back before it s too late? These stories are magic; they turn children into readers! ReadingZone.com Read all seven fairy adventures in the Sporty Fairies set! Helena the Horse-riding Fairy; Francesca the Football Fairy; Zoe the Skating Fairy; Naomi the Netball Fairy; Samantha the Swimming Fairy; Alice the Tennis Fairy; Gemma the Gymnastics Fairy. If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

Objev podobné jako Rainbow Magic: Francesca the Football Fairy - Daisy Meadows

Get ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Everyone knows Kirsty and Rachel are best friends. But when Jack Frost steals the Friendship Fairies magical objects, the special bond of BFFs everywhere is at risk! Can they fight the Ice Lord and his goblin minions to restore the magic of friendship in both the Fairyland and worlds? These stories are magic; they turn children into readers! ReadingZone.comRead all four fairy adventures in the Friendship Fairies set! Esther the Kindness Fairy; Mary the Sharing Fairy; Mimi the Laughter Fairy; Clare the Caring Fairy.If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

Objev podobné jako Rainbow Magic: Esther the Kindness Fairy - Daisy Meadows

Best friends Alice and Leo love making things, and they re never happier than when they re working together in Leo s garden shed, which they ve turned into an arts and crafts studio. Then one day they are transported to a miniature world where magical creatures - the Pixies and Glitterbugs - use their creative talents to make special objects from items that were once treasured. The Pixies magic gives these objects the power to solve people s problems!But disaster strikes when Grimble and Grumble, the mean Nixies, steal Indigo the Painting Pixie s magical tools. Now he can t create his amazing murals, like the one that transports people between our world and Cobbletown - Indigo s paintings truly are magical! And worse still, without his magic he can t help Leo and Alice s friend, who s worried about having to go into hospital. Can the friends work together to use their talents - and a dash of Pixie Magic - to save the day, so that everyone can enjoy the magic of creativity?This magical new series is tailor-made to appeal to young readers including existing Daisy Meadows fans, with a winning combination of magic, friendship and crafts. With gorgeous black and white illustrations by Jo Lindley throughout and a bonus craft activity in each book, the series is perfect for newly confident readers and just as much fun for families to enjoy together.

Objev podobné jako Pixie Magic: Indigo and the Painting Promise - Daisy Meadows

Best friends Alice and Leo love making things, and they re never happier than when they re working together in Leo s garden shed, which they ve turned into an arts and crafts studio. Then one day they are transported to a miniature world where magical creatures - the Pixies and Glitterbugs - use their creative talents to make special objects from items that were once treasured. The Pixies magic gives these objects the power to solve people s problems!Disaster strikes when Grimble and Grumble, the mean Nixies, steal Pearl the Knitting Pixie s magical tools. Pearl is a whizz with a ball of wool, and her enchanted creations have the magical power to help make life better for everyone. Alice and Leo need Pearl s help to make a special blanket for a nervous kitten at the animal rescue centre in Crystal Bay. Can the friends work together to use their talents - and a dash of Pixie Magic - to save the day, so that everyone can enjoy the magic of creativity?This magical new series is tailor-made to appeal to young readers including existing Daisy Meadows fans, with a winning combination of magic, friendship and crafts. With gorgeous black and white illustrations by Jo Lindley throughout and a bonus craft activity in each book, the series is perfect for newly confident readers and just as much fun for families to enjoy together.

Objev podobné jako Pixie Magic: Pearl and the Woolly Hug - Daisy Meadows

Magic takes many forms. The ancient Egyptians explained the night by suggesting that the goddess Nut swallowed the sun. The Vikings believed a rainbow was the gods bridge to earth. These are magical, extraordinary tales. But there is another kind of magic, and it lies in the exhilaration of discovering the real answers to these questions. It is the magic of reality - science.Packed with inspiring explanations of space, time and evolution, laced with humour and clever thought experiments, The Magic of Reality explores a stunningly wide range of natural phenomena. What is stuff made of? How old is the universe? What causes tsunamis? Who was the first man, or woman? This is a page-turning, inspirational detective story that not only mines all the sciences for its clues but primes the reader to think like a scientist too.Richard Dawkins elucidates the wonders of the natural world to all ages with his inimitable clarity and exuberance in a text that will enlighten and inform for generations to come.

Objev podobné jako The Magic of Reality - Richard Dawkins

Discover a new way to think about your grief and loss. Esteemed psychotherapist and bereavement counselor John Tsilimparis, MFT, shows you the ways grief and loss intertwine with beauty, tenderness, and human connection to empower you to build emotional resilience in a difficult world.What if you could flip the script on the pain in your life and learn how to cultivate purpose and joy—not after grief but during it, not despite hardship but because of it? What if you could find a type of magic in your tragedy? A way to understand your emotions and reframe your grief that opens you up rather than shuts you down?Drawing on his own story, scientific and philosophical evidence, the soothing effects of the arts and nature, and three decades of experience as a psychotherapist and grief counselor, John Tsilimparis offers a new take on adversity in The Magic in the Tragic. In these uncertain times, you ll be equipped to:Approach grief in an empowering wayAcquire the tools needed to develop emotional resiliencyAddress fear and uncertainty head-on rather than avoid itEmbrace difficult times without sugarcoating themAccess the unseen beauty of your deepest emotionsDiscover the healing power and belonging of music, art, and nature The Magic in the Tragic powerfully explores how the hardest things in life intersect purpose and meaning, splendor and connectedness. When you embrace the magic in your tragic seasons, you can step into the future with hope, knowing that even when grief comes, it comes with an invitation to new life.

Objev podobné jako The Magic in the Tragic - John Tsilimparis

Meet Starwhal, the narwhal with sparkle-tastic powers! In this magical mermaid adventure.Millie the mermaid has come to the Magic Pet Shop. And she s in luck. There s a brand-new, super-special pet for sale ... Starwhal! A narwhal with the power to make anything sparkle and shimmer. Millie is over the moon with her new pet. But can she learn to share Starwhal s magic with the other mermaids? A super sparkly picture book about learning to share - because sometimes kindness is the best magic of all! From the creators of Pugicorn and Pandarina.*WITH A SPECIAL SPARKLE COVER!*Discover other books in the Magic Pet Shop series:PugicornPugicorn and the Christmas WishLa-La-LlamaPandarina

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A fascinating and highly original history of medieval magic told through twenty key illuminated manuscripts  Medieval Europe was preoccupied with magic. From the Carolingian Empire to Renaissance Italy and Tudor England, great rulers, religious figures, and scholars sought to harness supernatural power. They tried to summon spirits, predict the future, and even prolong life. Alongside science and religion, magic lay at the very heart of culture.  In this beautifully illustrated account, Anne Lawrence-Mathers explores the medieval fascination with magic through twenty extraordinary illuminated manuscripts. These books were highly sought after, commissioned by kings and stored in great libraries. They include an astronomical compendium made for Charlemagne⠙s son; The Sworn Book of Honorius, used by a secret society of trained magicians; and the highly influential Picatrix. This vivid new history shows how attitudes to magic and science changed over the medieval period⠔and produced great works of art as they did so.

Objev podobné jako The Magic Books - Anne Lawrence-Mathers

Join best friends Rachel and Kirsty for a very magical Royal Wedding!Meghan s special magic looks after the magic of matrimony everywhere. But when naughty Jack Frost steals her magical triple-jewelled engagement ring (that she wears on a charm round her neck), he breaks the spell of love in both the fairy and human worlds! Couples and best friends everywhere keep falling out, and forgetting what it is they love about each other. Kirsty and Rachel must help Meghan get her ring back before the Fairyland royal wedding, and weddings everywhere, are ruined! These stories are magic; they turn children into readers! ReadingZone.comIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

Objev podobné jako Rainbow Magic: Meghan the Wedding Sparkle Fairy - Daisy Meadows

The award-winning New York Times bestseller that inspired BTS s K-pop song Magic Shop . The day that 12-year-old James Doty walked in to his local magic shop is the day that changed his life. The day that 12-year-old James Doty walked in to his local magic shop is the day that changed his life.Once the neglected son of an alcoholic father and a mother with chronic depression, he has gone on to become a leading neurosurgeon, based at Stanford University. He credits Ruth for this incredible turnaround: the remarkable woman who devoted the summer to transforming his mind and opening his heart. In this uplifting memoir, Jim explains the visualisation techniques Ruth taught him that gave him the self-esteem to imagine a new future for himself.He examines the science behind mindfulness and why the skills he learned - of focus and attention - now help him to think fast and keep calm in the operating theatre. And he shows us what is possible when you start to change your brain and your heart. Into the Magic Shop imparts some powerful life lessons about how to live better, and inspires us to believe that we all have inside us the capacity to change our own destiny. I m sure many readers will be moved by this inspiring story to open their hearts and see what they too can do for others - His Holiness the Dalai Lama

Objev podobné jako Into the Magic Shop - Dr James Doty

One puzzling mystery. Several slippery suspects. Endless possibilities!Welcome to Haventry, a town where the ordinary and extraordinary collide! With ghosts, werewolves and zombies living side by side, trouble is always brewing. And when a fiendish crime is committed,â ¯YOUâ ¯are the detective in charge of the case.Itâ ™s the first day of Magicon, the worldâ ™s biggest magic convention, and everyone is in town for the event. But when all the magic in Haventry suddenly goes missing, itâ ™s up to YOUâ ¯to find out who took it and get it back in time for the opening ceremony! Should you tail the head of the powerful Magic Circle, Grandmaster Dimbleby, or does the newly crowned king of the elves raise your suspicions? Could Enid the Evil Enchantress be too obvious a suspect, or is Moondance the meditating unicorn deceptively innocent? YOUâ ¯decide! And you better do so quickly, because without magic to harness it, an ancient monster is rising from its century-long sleep under the townâ ¦With hundreds of paths to choose from and no dead ends, youâ ™ll solve the mystery every time!A fantastically imaginative detective story for readers looking for an interactive adventure.

Objev podobné jako Solve Your Own Mystery: The Missing Magic - Gareth P. Jones

Best friends Alice and Leo love making things, and they re never happier than when they re working together in Leo s garden shed, which they ve turned into an arts and crafts studio. Then one day they are transported to a miniature world where magical creatures - the Pixies and Glitterbugs - use their creative talents to make special objects from items that were once treasured. Pixie Magic gives these objects the power to solve people s problems!It s Christmastime in Crystal Bay - and also in Cobbletown, home of the Pixies and the Glitterbugs. But not everyone is feeling the magic of the festive season, and when Alice and Leo discover that their friend Oliver and his sister Ivy have fallen out, they ask the Pixies for help. Can Dotty the Pottery Pixie work her magic to repair the siblings relationship and make sure everyone can enjoy the fun of the Crystal Bay Christmas fete?This magical new series is tailor-made to appeal to young readers including existing Daisy Meadows fans, with a winning combination of magic, friendship and creativity.

Objev podobné jako Pixie Magic: Dotty and the Sweet Surprise - Daisy Meadows

Marvellous Marvin braves the stage to showcase the magic that can be found in true friendship in this hilarious and heartfelt tale from bestselling author Jenny Pearson.After being humiliated by a badly behaved squirrel on national television, Marvin has vowed NEVER to perform magic in public again. But when he acquires a mysterious book that promises to show those with the gift of magic how to use it properly, his best friend Asha persuades him to make a comeback in the school talent show.Watch Marvellous Marvin take to the stage to demonstrate the magic that can be found in true friendship!Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Objev podobné jako Marvin and the Book of Magic - Jenny Pearson

Enter the world of amazing planets, swirling nebulae, and distant galaxies for an unforgettable journey through space.The Magic and Mystery of Space combines vivid illustrations with dazzling and up-to-date photography to help young scientists aged 7-9 learn all there is to know about space.Children will love to learn about the planets in our Solar System and distant black holes as they discover incredible facts and journey through space. This space guide features fascinating topics, like how stars die, what scientists do in space and what life could look like on other planets.This space book for kids offers: A new and updated edition in the popular Magic and Mystery of series with all the latest facts and images.Striking illustrations by Claire McElfatrick, who has illustrated all the books in this series, combined with fascinating photography and expert CGIs.Material written by an expert space and science communicator, who is passionate about educating children about the cosmos.Key topics for 7â “9 year olds, including planets, the Solar System, space missions and plenty of space facts.The Magic and Mystery of Space brings the cosmos closer to home. Children will see incredible views from space telescopes, discover what itâ ™s like walking on the Moon, and learn how to star-gaze. Theyâ ™ll even get to meet some of the animals who have been to space! Filled with facts and fun, this book presents a beautiful and new take on space and is perfect for any young space lovers or future astronauts.

Objev podobné jako The Magic and Mystery of Space - Shoshana Weider

Rachel and Kirsty must help Jude the Librarian Fairy to find her magical objects before chaos takes over libraries everywhere! Jude the Librarian Fairy looks after readers in both the fairy and human worlds. But when Jack Frost steals her lucky library stamp, radiant reading glasses and brilliant bookmark, it spells trouble for libraries everywhere! Can Rachel and Kirsty help defeat him, before the magic of reading is ruined? These stories are magic; they turn children into readers! ReadingZone.comIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

Objev podobné jako Rainbow Magic: Jude the Librarian Fairy - Daisy Meadows

Brilliantly told and sumptuously illustrated, The Magic Callaloo is based on the fairy-tale Rapunzel and inspired by stories of enslaved Africans.Long ago and far away, a magic callaloo plant grew in a village square. Whoever ate one of its leaves was granted a wish. But a greedy selfish man wanted all the wishes for himself so he stole the callaloo. With only one leaf left, Mister and Missus, desperate for a child, pluck it to make their dream come true. But the greedy man wants everything and he kidnaps their beloved daughter, who will ultimately make the most remarkable escape. Trish Cooke says, ⠜The Magic Callaloo pays homage to my ancestors and the roads they walked to freedom.⠝ Master storyteller Trish Cooke is in top form with this vibrant story of community, magic, love and family that s bursting with life and colour. Dapo Adeola

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Learn about the amazing natural science of trees in this illustrated nature and science book for kids aged 7-9.From the highest branch and leaf down to the complex wood wide web of roots, it s no wonder every part of a tree plays an important role in its own growth and the habitat of the whole forest or woodland. The Magic Mystery of Trees is a nature book that takes children on a fascinating journey of exploration, showing them just how special these mighty organisms are.Did you know that trees can communicate with each other and warn each other predators? Or that they can record the past, and anticipate the future to ensure their survival? Dive deep into the pages of this nature book for kids to discover exactly how trees nurture their networks, and explore extraordinary trees from all around the world. Explore the pages of this terrific book on trees to discover: -Groundbreaking explanations on the science of tree communication-Supports KS1 and KS2 curriculum within Science and Geography subjects-In collaboration with RHS, the UK s leading gardening charity-Striking and detailed illustrations throughout the book-Includes fun practical activities such as planting your own tree and measuring a tree s age The Magic Mystery of Trees is a must-have volume for children aged 7-9 with an interest in both nature and science, doubling up as the perfect volume for parents, grandparents and educators who are seeking a fun and engaging nature book for children to explore and love, whilst they learn lots of unbe-leaf-able facts that may coincide with their Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 curriculum for both Science and Geography. Split into 4 core chapters, covering everything from reproduction to rainforests, the wood wide web to deforestation and its effects, as well as fun facts about trees you may have never heard of before, and engaging activities to teach kids how to plant a tree. The Magic Mystery of Trees is sure to delight all curious nature lovers out there.

Objev podobné jako RHS The Magic and Mystery of Trees - Jen Greenová, Royal Horticultural Society, Claire McElfatrick

A read-aloud story where children will learn valuable lessons in vibrant color When the Colors become colorless, they’re quick to blame a magic mirror. But is the mirror to blame — or did the colors forget something important? Blue is no longer blue. Red is no longer red. And Yellow is no longer yellow. Is a magic mirror to blame? Or did everyone forget that their actions impact others — for good or for bad? The Magic Mirror, An Orange Porange Story, is an enchanting tale where young readers will discover that the best magic is kindness.

Objev podobné jako The Magic Mirror - Howard Pearlstein

A read-aloud story where children will learn valuable lessons in vibrant color When the Colors become colorless, they’re quick to blame a magic mirror. But is the mirror to blame — or did the colors forget something important? Blue is no longer blue. Red is no longer red. And Yellow is no longer yellow. Is a magic mirror to blame? Or did everyone forget that their actions impact others — for good or for bad? The Magic Mirror, An Orange Porange Story, is an enchanting tale where young readers will discover that the best magic is kindness.

Objev podobné jako The Magic Mirror - Howard Pearlstein

From Lord of the Rings to Game of Thrones , over the last hundred years few genres have captured the public imagination as powerfully as fantasy. Whether it s epic quests of dwarves and elves, wizards and paladins, or the influential childhood classics of Alan Garner and C.S. Lewis, the appetite among readers for all things magical seems insatiable. Pulling together a fellowship of some of the best writers of modern fantasy fiction, WRITING THE MAGIC invites you to step through the portal and discover what gives these tales such enduring appeal. Writers such as Jeff Noon, Hannah Kaner, RJ Barker and Jen Williams pull back the curtain on how they write fantasy, demystifying topics such as worldbuilding, sources of magic, creating authenticity, and how best to deploy your dragons. An essential map for anyone wanting to write their own world into being, WRITING THE MAGIC explores the perilous realms of fantasy fiction - and arms novice writers with everything they need to embark on their own adventure. Contributors: Francesco Dimitri, Hannah Kaner, RJ Barker, Kritika H. Rao, Juliet E. McKenna, Jen Williams, Jeff Noon, Alex Pheby, J.L. Worrad, Richard Strachan, Charlotte Bond, Katherine Langrish, and Lucy Holland.

Objev podobné jako Writing the Magic

Join Rachel, Kirsty and Konnie the Christmas Cracker Fairy as they help to bring fun, laughter and gifts to everyone s Christmas meal. Kirsty and Rachel are very excited to be spending the Christmas holidays together. But when Jack Frost steals Konnie the Christmas Cracker Fairy s magical objects, festive cheer is at risk! Can the girls help get Konnie s objects back before the magic of Christmas is ruined forever? These stories are magic; they turn children into readers! ReadingZone.comIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

Objev podobné jako Rainbow Magic: Konnie the Christmas Cracker Fairy - Daisy Meadows

The world s greatest mental mathematical magician takes us on a spellbinding journey through the wonders of numbers (and more) Arthur Benjamin . . . joyfully shows you how to make nature s numbers dance. -- Bill Nye (the science guy)The Magic of Math is the math book you wish you had in school. Using a delightful assortment of examples-from ice-cream scoops and poker hands to measuring mountains and making magic squares-this book revels in key mathematical fields including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and calculus, plus Fibonacci numbers, infinity, and, of course, mathematical magic tricks. Known throughout the world as the mathemagician, Arthur Benjamin mixes mathematics and magic to make the subject fun, attractive, and easy to understand for math fan and math-phobic alike. A positively joyful exploration of mathematics. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review Each [trick] is more dazzling than the last. -- Physics World

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BRING MAGIC INTO YOUR LIFE WITH TIPS, TRICKS AND SECRETS FROM BRITAIN #39;S MOST MAGICAL ENTERTAINER, STEPHEN MULHERN!In this colourful book, TV personality and bestselling children #39;s author Stephen Mulhern shares the magic from his life - and reveals how magic can make your life fantastic too! The thrilling world of magic awaits inside these pages . . .* Learn how to master simple tricks to wow your friends! * Find out how to build tricks of your own* Be inspired by Stephen #39;s stories and adviceWith clear step-by-step instructions, everyone can become a magician! And don #39;t worry if something goes wrong or you feel nervous performing - Stephen has got you covered with useful top tips!Magic is so powerful. It can build confidence, help you prepare for anything and spread happiness like a beautiful gift. Making magic is about practice, creativity and preparation - and everyone is welcome!PACKED WITH FULL COLOUR ARTWORK AND INSIDE STORIES DIRECT FROM STEPHEN, THIS IS THE PERFECT GIFT BOOK FOR EVERY YOUNG MAGICIAN!

Objev podobné jako UNBELIEVABLE! The Secrets Of Magic Revealed by Stephen Mulhern - Stephen Mulhern

Best friends Alice and Leo love making things, and they re never happier than when they re working together in Leo s garden shed, which they ve turned into an arts and crafts studio. Then one day they are transported to a miniature world where magical creatures - the Pixies and Glitterbugs - use their creative talents to make special objects from items that were once treasured. The Pixies magic gives these objects the power to solve people s problems!But disaster strikes when Grimble and Grumble, the mean Nixies, steal Emerald the Jewellery Pixie s magical tools. Now Emerald can t use her special crafting skill to make a magical friendship bracelet to help a child at Leo and Alice s school. Can the friends work together to use their talents - and a dash of Pixie Magic - to save the day, so that everyone can enjoy the magic of creativity?This magical new series is tailor-made to appeal to young readers including existing Daisy Meadows fans, with a winning combination of magic, friendship and craft.

Objev podobné jako Pixie Magic: Emerald and the Friendship Bracelet - Daisy Meadows

Without the Corps, without the ring, without the willpower, what s left is the Absolute Green Lantern! Al Ewing and Jahnoy Lindsay have reinvented the mythology of the Green Lantern from the ground up, creating a sci-fi epic of cosmic proportions!

Objev podobné jako Absolute Green Lantern Vol. 1: Without Fear - Al Ewing, Jahnoy Lindsay