the scary book of christmas lore tim rayborn

You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen…but do you recall the most petrifying Christmas figures of all? Not all children fear just a lump of coal in their stockings. Discover the terrifying Yuletide fables, folktales, and folklore that have horrified kids (and adults) for generations during the holiday season.He sees you when you’re sleeping, he knows when you’re awake. He knows if you’ve been bad or good, so be good for goodness’ sake. This lighthearted song is a bit more ominous in the context of other Christmas traditions. From beasts that threaten to cook children into stew to sinister crones who snatch little ones from their beds, you won’t find any dancing sugar plums here. Outside of the heartwarming Christmas tales we all know and love, there are an abundance of frightening stories to chill all who hear them to the bone. Discover folklore from all corners of the world, including:Krampus (Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, and northern Italy), a demonic half-goat monster who drags chains and whips bad children with birch sticks, or stuffs them in his sack to take awayThe Kallikantzari (Greece, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Turkey), goblins who come out during Advent to cause mischief Père Fouettard (France, Belgium, Switzerland), Saint Nicholas’ eternal cannibal manservant who deals with naughty childrenHans Trapp (Alsace-Lorraine, France), who roams the countryside disguised as a scarecrow and goes door to door on Christmas looking for children to feast uponGryla (Iceland), the giant ogre who emerges from her cave on Christmas to hunt children and cook them into stewMari Lwyd (Wales), a creature with a horse’s skull and a long cloak that is followed by a group of chanting peopleFrau Perchta (Austria and Bavaria), who slits the bellies of bad children and stuffs them with straw These tales are sure to leave you wishing for the Grinch. Whether you are a fan of history and folklore, you love learning about different cultures, or you just want to give a holiday gift that will bring the joy of Christmas to that lucky someone (just kidding), The Scary Book of Christmas Lore is for you. ’Tis the season! Is it beginning look a lot like Christmas, yet?

Objev podobné jako The Scary Book of Christmas Lore - Tim Rayborn

To celebrate the earliest arrival of Christmas ever - this September, no doubt - The Little Book of Christmas Jokes is the perfect stocking filler gift for those looking to infuse their family with even more festive cheer than last year.Stuffed with more than 175 Yuletide gems, these jolly jokes are guaranteed to make your family and friends laugh - at least once! From puns to gags, one liners to quips, knock-knocks to OTT farcical silliness of which you can t even begin to imagine, this book - unlike the Inns of Bethlehem - welcomes everyone.So, what better way to start the festive party than with these hilarious greatest hits of Christmas, a gift book which Santa Claus himself approved, claiming it was Twice the amount of Christmas fun as Michael Bublé s baubles, in his December newsletter.What does Santa suffer from if he gets stuck in a chimney?Claus-trophobia!What do the Elves call Santa if he forgets to wear his undercrackers?St NickerlessWhy don t you ever see Santa in hospital?Because he has private elf care!The Christmas Cracker was invented by Tom Smith, a London-based confectioner and baker, in 1840. Smith initially called them Bangs of Expectation before changing the name. At first, love poems were found inside, though they were replaced by hats and jokes in the 1920s.

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The perfect gift this Christmas season: a generous selection of some of the greatest festive stories of all time - now in a beautiful clothbound editionThis is a collection of the most magical, moving, chilling and surprising Christmas stories from around the world, taking us from frozen Nordic woods to glittering Paris, a New York speakeasy to an English country house, bustling Lagos to midnight mass in Rio, and even outer space. Here are classic tales from writers including Truman Capote, Shirley Jackson, Dylan Thomas, Saki and Chekhov, as well as little-known treasures such as Italo Calvino s wry sideways look at Christmas consumerism, Wolfdietrich Schnurre s story of festive ingenuity in Berlin, Selma Lagerlof s enchanted forest in Sweden, and Irène Nemerovsky s dark family portrait. Featuring santas, ghosts, trolls, unexpected guests, curmudgeons and miracles, here is Christmas as imagined by some of the greatest short story writers of all time.

Objev podobné jako The Penguin Book of Christmas Stories - Harrison Jessica

From Celtic druids and Viking Yule to the outright banning of Christmas for 400 years, The Broons, first footing and the Loony Dook, this is a joyous miscellany that showcases the creative, elaborate and sometimes downright bizarre aspects of Scottish Christmas and New Year, from the ancient past to the more recent present. It includes different local traditions, from those practised in the Borders all the way to the islands of Orkney and Shetland, as well as the nationwide pastimes enjoyed by everyone.The book is packed with tradition, lore and legend, as well as poems, stories, carols, recipes, history, jokes and fun facts Illustrated throughout with line drawings and black and white photographs.Best enjoyed in front of an open fire with a glass of whisky and a black bun.

Objev podobné jako The Little Book of Christmas and Hogmanay - Anna Marshall

Kniha - 288 stran, anglicky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá Truman Capote makes whisky-soaked fruitcake in Alabama, Laurie Lee slides across a frozen pond in Gloucestershire, and Shirley Jackson is outwitted by a wily Santa Claus at the bank. Ghosts haunt the Christmases of Muriel Spark and Elizabeth Bowen, while Dostoyevsky, Daphne du Maurier and Italo Calvino take a cynical view of the season and Selma Lagerlof and Angela Carter celebrate its miracles. Ranging from Cork to Lagos to the Wild West, and from Paris to San Paolo to outer space, this is Christmas as imagined by some of the greatest short-story writers of all time.

Objev podobné jako The Penguin Book of Christmas Stories: From Hans Christian Andersen to Angela Carter (0241455650)

If the most wonderful time of year is enough to plunge you into a gloom, look no further. This collection of spirited stories and vibrant poetry will brighten your mood as it brings together Charles Dickens and Philip Larkin, W.H.Auden and Wendy Cope, Jilly Cooper and Dylan Thomas. From tales of carolling and snatched mistletoe kisses to The Worst Christmas Dinner, Ever , there s something here to amuse and interest Christmas lovers, grinches, and everyone in between.

Objev podobné jako The Faber Book of Christmas - Simon Rae

A big story in a tiny book! This pocket-sized book tells the full story of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King, as he ventures from Halloween Town to discover Christmas Town and does his best to capture and spread the spirit of Christmas. Everyone hail to the Pumpkin King! Follow Jack Skellington on his nightmarish journey into Christmas Town and back through the pages of this tiny storybook. A complete and faithful retelling of the iconic story of Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and loaded with art from the beloved 1993 film, this unique collector’s item is the perfect gift for Halloween, Christmas, and year-round. TINY SIZE: At less than two inches tall, Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Tiny Book of Jack Skellington makes a great stocking stuffer, novelty gift, or decor on a shelf or desk STUNNING ART: Filled with gorgeous art, the world of Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas comes to life PERFECT AS AN ORNAMENT: The ribbon bookmark doubles as a hanger to let you use this tiny book as an ornament or decoration; the sturdy slipcase turns a delightful book into a treasured keepsake. OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Created in collaboration with Disney COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Tarot Deck and Guidebook, Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas 13 Frights of Halloween Countdown Calendar, Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Ephemera Kit, Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Official Baking Cookbook and Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Official Cookbook Entertaining Guide are also available

Objev podobné jako Nightmare Before Christmas: The Tiny Book of Jack Skellington - Insight Editions, Brooke Vitale

A thrilling chase as Sherlock Holmes is set a fiendish puzzle by Irene Adler over a snowy London Christmas, in this stunningly packaged mystery.Sherlock Holmes’s discovery of a mysterious musical score initiates a devious Christmas challenge set by Irene Adler, with clues that are all variations on the theme of ‘theft without theft , such as a statue missing from a museum found hidden in the room it was taken from. In the snowy London lead-up to Christmas, Holmes’s preoccupation with the Adler Variations risks him neglecting the case of his new client, Norwegian arctic explorer Fridtjof Nansen, who has received a series of threats in the form of animal carcasses left on his doorstep. Could they really be gifts from a strange spirit that has pursued Nansen since the completion of his expedition to cross Greenland? And might this case somehow be related to Irene Adler’s great game?

Objev podobné jako Sherlock Holmes and the Twelve Thefts of Christmas - Tim Major

For fans of Holly Martin, Phillipa Ashley and Sarah Morgan, Lizzie Shane s The Twelve Dogs of Christmas is the perfect read to curl up with this holiday season! What an absolutely gorgeous gem of a book. This book is literally a perfect bundle of happiness and warmth packaged with a truly beautiful cover... a perfect read from start to finish 5* Netgalley review I don t think this book could have been any more perfect for me if I had given the author a list of my perfect Christmas book tropes and she had written a book based on it...Small town, dogs, snow with people being snowed in, Christmas shows and festive events, a community coming together, lots of romance and friendship. It just hit the mark 5* Netgalley review All the other Christmassy books have a lot to live up to! 5* Netgalley review......................................................................Pine Hollow has everything Ally Gilmore could wish for in a holiday break: gently falling snow in a charming small town and time with her family. Then she learns some Grinch has pulled the funding for her family s rescue shelter, and now she has only four weeks to find new homes for a dozen dogs! But when she confronts her Scroogey councilman nemesis, Ally finds he s far more reasonable - and handsome - than she ever expected.As the guardian of his dog-obsessed ten-year-old niece, Ben West doesn t have time to build a cuddly reputation. But he does feel guilty about the shelter closing. So he proposes a truce with Ally, agreeing to help her adopt out the pups. As the two spend more time together, the town s gossip is spreading faster than Santa s sleigh on Christmas Eve. And soon Ben is hoping he can convince Ally that Pine Hollow is her home for the holidays...and the whole year through.......................................................................Readers are loving The Twelve Dogs of Christmas! A lovely feel good festive read! Perfect for this time of year! Friendship, snow, romance, and adorable dogs all come together in this book to make a heartwarming, cheery read full of Christmas spirit! 5* Netgalley review You can t help but feel all warm and fuzzy inside when reading this book...If you are looking for a heartwarming and festive read then I definitely suggest you pick up The Twelve Dogs of Christmas Netgalley review This is such an utterly charming book...If you re looking for the perfect read to get you in the Christmas spirit, then I would suggest picking up this book because The Twelve Dogs of Christmas will give you all the warm Christmas fuzzy feelings 5* Netgalley reviewLook out for the next heartwarming Pine Hollow romances, Once Upon a Puppy and To All The Dogs I ve Loved Before!

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Dogs of Christmas - Lizzie Shane

I ve seen him on the news. Followed the stories about what happened to John Smith. To the world he s a mystery, but to me . . . he s one of us. Nine of us came here, but sometimes I wonder if time has changed us, if we all still believe in our mission.There are six of us left. We re hiding, blending in, avoiding contact with one another, but our Legacies are developing, and soon we ll be ready to fight. Is John Number Four - and is his appearance the sign I ve been waiting for? And what about Number Five and Six? Could one of them be the raven-haired girl with the stormy eyes from my dreams? The girl with powers that are beyond anything I could ever imagine? The girl who might be strong enough to bring the six of us together?Praise for Pittacus Lore: Tense, exciting, full of energy Observer Relentlessly readable The Times Tense, keeps you wondering Sunday Times Set to eclipse Harry Potter and moody vampires. Pittacus Lore is about to become one of the hottest names on the planet Big IssuePerfect for fans of The Hunger Games - The Power of Six is the second book in Pittacus Lore s Lorien Legacies series. The first book I Am Number Four is now a major Disney motion picture.

Objev podobné jako The Power of Six - Pittacus Lore

This festive season, fall in love with The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Jenny Bayliss - a romantic read perfect for fans of Beth O Leary and Josie Silver. If you need help getting into the festive spirit, this is the book for you - Good Housekeeping Sparkly and romantic - My WeeklyOn the first day of Christmas, a dating app offered meTwelve tailored chances for perfect harmony . . .Kate Turner is happily single ⠓ a bit too happily, in fact. Since returning to her hometown, the sleepy village of Blexford, love hasn⠙t really had a look in.But Kate does love Christmas. So when her best friend insists she signs up to the Twelve Dates of Christmas, a brand new dating app service, she doesn⠙t need too much persuading. Twelve perfect festive dates with the area⠙s most eligible men ⠓ who could say no?Amongst the twinkling lights and falling snow, over hot chocolates and glasses of red wine, romance is easy to find. But with each date, Kate learns more about the men, and even more about herself.As the big day approaches, Kate⠙s left wondering ⠓ is it really the season for true love, or will this Christmas be the coldest yet?* * * *Readers are loving The Twelve Dates of Christmas!⠘What a fabulous book to snuggle up and get cosy with. I m all set for Christmas now!⠙⠘This is a perfect festive read, I adored this book!⠙⠘A really funny read that you can imagine being a slice of real life⠙⠘This made me feel so Christmassy that I want to put my lights up now⠙⠘The perfect book to cosy up with in the lead up to the festive period⠙

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Dates of Christmas - Jenny Bayliss

Join these twelve mischievous moggies in the most perfectly PURRfect Christmas gift for all cat lovers everywhere! Based on the traditional Twelve Days of Christmas poem. It’s Christmas and the cheeky catsare counting down the days.There’s so much festive fun to have,in so many different ways! Whether they’re climbing up the Christmas tree, singing carols or waiting up for Santa’s sleigh, the twelve cats of Christmas are as naughty as they are adorable. Children and adults alike will love reading this joyful rhyme aloud and counting all the cute cats on each page. Also available in the series, the best-selling THE TWELVE DOGS OF CHRISTMAS!

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Cats of Christmas - Alison Ritchie

The classic Christmas song The Twelve Days of Christmas is made truly magical in the masterful hands of acclaimed illustrator, Brian Wildsmith. With gorgeous artwork to accompany the words of one of our best-loved Christmas songs, this is a wonderful festive treat to share at Christmas time.Fans of Wildsmith will also enjoy A Christmas Story.

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Days of Christmas

Time is one of the great mysteries of the universe. In this fascinating volume, NASA astronomer and educator Sten Odenwald brings to life the philosophical and scientific conundrums about time in simple and accessible language. This hardback edition includes foil cover accents and full-colour diagrams, making it a wonderful gift for those who wish to learn more about time. Covering subjects such as relativity, the arrow of time, entropy, Einstein s idea of the block universe, and the A and B theories of time, The Essential Book of Time provides the perfect starting point for anyone interested in the subject.ABOUT THE SERIES: Concepts is a series of titles diving into some of the most compelling subjects in modern science. Written by a variety of experts, these beautifully illustrated foil-stamped hardbacks provide a perfect starting point to a range of fascinating topics.

Objev podobné jako The Essential Book of Time - Dr Sten Odenwald

On the first day of Christmas, my grandpa gave to me . . .A Santasaurus and her dino baby!A dinosaur twist on the infamous Twelve Days of Christmas carol, this hilarious festive picture book is the perfect gift for dinosaur fans of all ages!Count and sing along as the collection of festive dinosaurs grows and grows over the twelve days of Christmas! From one Santasaurus to five tinselled triceratopses to nine spinasauruses sparkling and beyond . . .WITH BONUS CONTENT! Learn to pronounce the dinosaur names, and get the whole family singing, with the fun how to sing along guide.

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Dinosaurs of Christmas - Day Evie

A wonderful winter storybook from Finland. Read a beautifully illustrated chapter a night in the weeks before Christmas. One day Otto, an adventurous elf, finds a postcard showing pictures of beautiful sparkling lights in the night sky with the words, The light of Christmas! Otto decides he must see this brightness himself and so begins an amazing journey towards Lapland, in search of the secret light of Christmas. Mother and daughter team Pirkko-Liisa and Nora Surojegin have painted a captivating picture of the landscape, wildlife and folklore of Finland, which is full of expressive and intricate illustrations.

Objev podobné jako Otto and the Secret Light of Christmas - Nora Surojegin

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BATTERSEA DOGS AND CATS HOMECan Battersea s loneliest cat find a home in time for Christmas?It s Christmas at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home and Laura is desperate to find a home for Felicia, a spiky, bad-tempered moggy with a heart of gold. Her boyfriend, Rob, can t understand why she s spending so much time at work, but for Laura, the animals aren t just a job - they re her life. She needs a partner who understands that - doesn t she?As the December snow falls, Laura encounters nine people, all of whom need a little love in their lives and find it in new pets. Everyone needs somebody to curl up with at Christmas, and when the handsome Aaron walks in, he takes not just Felicia, but Laura s heart too...A heart-warming tale about loneliness, love, and the importance of furry friends - perfect to snuggle up with this Christmas.

Objev podobné jako The Nine Lives of Christmas: Can Battersea

The air glitters with hope as the snowy village of Merrywake celebrates the Christmas season after the tumult of the Napoleonic Wars.As the Viscount’s famous Twelfth Night Ball draws closer, many of the villagers have a story to tell – we meet a lovelorn vicar and kindly maid reunited after a misunderstanding, three sisters vying for the hand of a dastardly duke, two servants hiding a dangerous secret and a solider making his way home, unsure of the welcome he might receive. As their tales braid together, we see life and love in the village from belowstairs to high society.Reimagining each of the traditional carol s gifts, The Twelve Days of Christmas is a collection of festive tales filled with seasonal cheer and heart-warming characters. Will the challenges and mysteries that the Viscount’s guests encounter be resolved by the night of the ball?

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Days of Christmas - Susan Stokes-Chapman

*The perfect gift this Christmas*Christmas is a day when history is made.Take a festive journey through time and uncover the incredible historical events, amazing scientific discoveries and unique true stories that all happened on December 25th.From William the Conqueror s dramatic coronation in 1066 and the World War One truce in 1914, to the incredible launch of the James Webb telescope in 2021 and daring Christmas Day heists - a lot has happened on Christmas Days down the years.Plus, discover quirky traditions and Winter Solstice celebrations from the Vikings to the Mayans, learn about the foods people eat and festivities from around the world, and see December 25th like it s never been seen before.A unique stocking filler gift for curious minds at Christmas.

Objev podobné jako The Secret History of Christmas - Catherine Saunders

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a partridge in a pear tree . . .We all know this classic Christmas song, but what if someone really did send you all of those gifts? Where would you put all the geese a-laying? Not to mention the lords a-leaping! Find out in this charming story which is perfect for all the days of Christmas.

Objev podobné jako The Thirteen Days of Christmas - Jenny Overton

On the first day of Christmas Santa asked, Who s helping me? I told him . . . Leave everything to me and Elfie! Count and sing along as more and more elves join in helping Santa with his festive jobs over the twelve days of Christmas! From three selfie-elfies snapping photos in Santa s grotto to five twinkling elves hanging lights to nine elves brushing the reindeer... and Santa s beard! An elf-filled twist on the infamous Twelve Days of Christmas carol, this hilarious festive romp is the perfect book to share and read together.

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Elves of Christmas - Day Evie

Celebrate Christmas traditions with favorite Disney/Pixar characters in this sweet take on the classic holiday song.This adorable book shares the excitement of the season with little ones as Disney/Pixar characters celebrate the twelve nights (and gifts) leading up to the holiday. Let the countdown to Christmas begin as Disney friends gather around the tree preparing for a very special night.Add to your Disney Baby collection with such holiday favorites as: Disney Baby: Mickey Loves Christmas! Disney Baby: Santa, Stockings, SnowDisney Baby: My First ChristmasAnd more!

Objev podobné jako Disney Baby: The Twelve Days of Christmas - Elizabeth Rudnicková

She may be thirty-fifth in line for the throne, but Lady Georgiana Rannoch cannot wait to ring in the New Year - before a Christmas killer wrings another neck . . .On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me - well, actually, my true love, Darcy O Mara, is spending a feliz navidad tramping around South America. Meanwhile, Mummy is holed up in a tiny village called Tiddleton-under-Lovey with that droll Noel Coward! And I m snowed in at Castle Rannoch with my bumbling brother, Binky, and sourpuss sister-in-law, Fig.So it s a miracle when I contrive to land a position as hostess to a posh holiday party in Tiddleton. The village is like something out of A Christmas Carol! But then there are three deaths, so-called accidents. Perhaps a recent prison break could have something to do with it . . . that, or a long-standing witch s curse. But after Darcy shows up beneath the mistletoe, anything could be possible in this wicked wonderland.

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Clues of Christmas - Rhys Bowen

The master of the British pub quiz is back to delight and bamboozle us this ChristmasWhat do these people share in common, Anne Boleyn, Harry Bailey, Ira Gershwin and Peppa Pig? Legendary quizmaster Frank Paul invites us into our favourite Christmas stories – with a twist. Try to outwit a cold-blooded child genius in his empty home, save Christmas from the vengeful monster Grod, and enjoy the cheesy romance of Love Factually. From conundrums told entirely in Seussian verse to Die Hard-inspired riddles, Frank’s puzzles offer an anti-social alternative to all the revelry. All you need for Christmas is Frank!

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Quizzes of Christmas - Frank Paul

The perfect stocking filler for fun-loving eight-year-olds, this jam-packed, illustrated activity book will provide hours of entertainment during the Christmas holidays. It contains hundreds of absorbing activities, including word and picture games, puzzles, codebreaking, mazes, riddles, wordsearches, dot-to-dots, and much more â “ as well as fun things to make and do. The activities cover a range of fantastic, festive themes â “ including Christmas â “ and will amuse and challenge all creative and curious eight-year-olds.Also available: The Funniest Jokes for 8 Year Olds and Spectacular Science for 8 Year Olds by Glenn Murphy.

Objev podobné jako Bumper Book of Christmas Fun for 8 Year Olds - Macmillan Children

A fantastic stocking filler for seven-year-olds, this jam-packed, illustrated activity book will provide hours of entertainment during the Christmas holidays. It contains hundreds of absorbing activities, including word and picture puzzles, codebreaking, mazes, riddles, wordsearches, dot-to-dots, and more â “ as well as fun crafts to make and do. The activities cover amazing festive themes â “ including Christmas â “ and will amuse and challenge all creative and curious seven-year-olds.Also available: The Funniest Jokes for 7 Year Olds and Spectacular Science for 7 Year olds by Glenn Murphy.

Objev podobné jako Bumper Book of Christmas Fun for 7 Year Olds - Macmillan Children

A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES, FOR AUTUMN 2016* The Ladybird Book of the Sickie - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. Other new titles for Autumn 2016: How it Works: The Student How it Works: The Cat How it Works: The Dog How it Works: The Grandparent The Ladybird Book of the Meeting The Ladybird Book of Red Tape The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: How it Works: The Husband How it Works: The Wife How it Works: The Mum How it Works: The Dad The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis The Ladybird Book of the Hangover The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness The Ladybird Book of the Shed The Ladybird Book of Dating The Ladybird Book of the Hipster

Objev podobné jako The Ladybird Book Of The Sickie - Jason Hazeley

The big day has almost arrived and one little puppy is very excited about his first EVER Christmas. But with three drooling Dalmatians, six sausage-snaffling Scotties and every dog in town helping out, the festive season is a shambles! Will everything be ready in time for Christmas Day? Children will love picking their favourite dogs and spotting the puppy in busy scenes. This hilarious picture book is a great way to introduce children to Christmas traditions. #39;Just the thing for dog lovers, this charming picture book gives the old Christmas favourite a canine makeover, and great fun it is too #39; LoveReading #39;Festive scenes adorn every page and there #39;s plenty here to help children build up anticipation. But with all these dogs on the scene, will anything get done? Great fun, with vibrant illustrations by Marisa Morea. #39; Parents in Touch

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Dogs of Christmas - Alison Ritchie

Follow Bear as he sets off on a festive Christmas present hunt adventure with his friends in the forest. Can you help them? Set to rollicking rhyming song with twelve presents to find and count. The perfect Christmas gift â “ full of the joys of Winter!

Objev podobné jako The Twelve Days of Christmas - Piercey Rachel

THE PERFECT GIFT for anyone who spends Christmas Day counting the minutes until the Boxing Day sales start.__________________________________ There are two important days at Christmas.There is Christmas Day, when everyone is jolly and hungry and very pleased to see each other.And there is Boxing Day __________________________________ Jonathan and Oriane have gone for a Boxing Day walk with Transformers the dog.Walking is healthy. It will help them digest their dinner.And by the time they get home, Jonathan s father might have finished being racist and fallen asleep in his liquorice allsorts. __________________________________This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. Hilarious StylistOther new titles for Autumn 2017: How it Works: The Brother How it Works: The Sister The Ladybird Book of the Ex The Ladybird Book of the Nerd The Ladybird Book of the New You The Ladybird Book of Balls The Ladybird Book of the Big Night Out The Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night In People at Work: The Rock Star Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: How it Works: The Husband How it Works: The Wife How it Works: The Mum How it Works: The Dad The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis The Ladybird Book of the Hangover The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness The Ladybird Book of the Shed The Ladybird Book of Dating The Ladybird Book of the Hipster How it Works: The Student How it Works: The Cat How it Works: The Dog How it Works: The Grandparent The Ladybird Book of Red Tape The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door The Ladybird Book of the Sickie The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse The Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder

Objev podobné jako The Ladybird Book of Boxing Day - Jason Hazeley, Joel Morris

THE PERFECT GIFT for anyone who not only loves watching their favourite TV series over and over, but also enjoys reading online forums about their favourite TV series over and over.__________________________________ This is a nerd.He has a PhD and works in the biochemistry lab of a university hospital. But this is not what makes him a nerd.His catalogued and indexed collection of over 6,000 empty crisp packets does that. __________________________________ These nerds have paid money to see a film they think is terrible and have seen at least thirty times before. They are having the most fun they can possibly have. __________________________________This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. Hilarious StylistOther new titles for Autumn 2017:How it Works: The BrotherHow it Works: The SisterHow it Works: The Baby The Ladybird Book of the ExThe Ladybird Book of the New YouThe Ladybird Book of BallsThe Ladybird Book of the Big Night OutThe Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night InPeople at Work: The Rock Star A Ladybird First Grown-Up Picture Book Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: How it Works: The HusbandHow it Works: The WifeHow it Works: The MumHow it Works: The DadThe Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life CrisisThe Ladybird Book of the HangoverThe Ladybird Book of MindfulnessThe Ladybird Book of the ShedThe Ladybird Book of DatingThe Ladybird Book of the HipsterHow it Works: The StudentHow it Works: The CatHow it Works: The DogHow it Works: The Grandparent The Ladybird Book of Red TapeThe Ladybird Book of the People Next DoorThe Ladybird Book of the SickieThe Ladybird Book of the Zombie ApocalypseThe Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder

Objev podobné jako The Ladybird Book of The Nerd - Jason Hazeley, Joel Morris

The timeless Christmas classic from the iconic Dr. Seuss! Read this favourite story of joy, love and acceptance anytime, anywhere!⠜The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season!Now, please don⠙t ask why. No one quite knows the reason⠦⠝With a heart two sizes too small, the Grinch is the meanest creature you⠙ll ever meet. He hates Christmas and the whole festive season. But when he hatches a dastardly plot to steal Christmas, he⠙s in for a big surprise!With hilarious rhymes and beautiful illustrations, this classic seasonal story has become a favourite for good reason and teaches readers the true meaning of Christmas.Dr. Seuss is one of the most beloved authors of all time!Perfect for a Christmas stocking or to pair with How the Grinch Lost Christmas!, The Grinch Activity Book or How the Grinch Lost Christmas! Colouring BookParent and Educator approved quality ⠓ The story is aligned with EYFS guidelines to encourage imaginative play and social-emotional learning. Beginning readers - How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is the perfect way for developing readers to enjoy reading the story themselves! By combining the funniest stories, craziest creatures, and zaniest rhymes, Dr. Seuss makes reading fun!

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Guaranteed to bring warmth and comfort into your life, The Little Book of Hygge is the book we all need.Hygge has been described as everything from cosiness of the soul to the pursuit of everyday pleasures . The Little Book of Hygge is the book we all need right now, and is guaranteed to bring comfort and joy to you and your loved ones.Hooga? Hhyooguh? Heurgh? It is not really important how you choose to pronounce hygge . What is important is that you feel it. Whether you re cuddled up on a sofa with a loved one, or sharing comfort food with your closest friends, hygge is about creating an atmosphere where you can let your guard down.The Little Book of Hygge is the definitive, must-read introduction to hygge, written by Meik Wiking, CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen. The book is packed full of original research on hygge, along with beautiful photographs, recipes and ideas to help you add a sprinkle of Danish magic to your life.From fans of The Little Book of Hygge: It s the cosiest book in the world! This book is made for lovers of creature comforts Perfect for reading on a stormy January night A lovely book to read during winter months, it helps you detach from the chaos of life If you want a book that takes you to a happy place every time, buy this one Sunday Times bestseller, November 2016

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The next Big Book in the series introduces young children to some of the most colorful, magnificent, silly, and surprising feathered creatures from around the world. Following up the hugely successful The Big Book of Bugs, The Big Book of Beasts, and The Big Book of the Blue, The Big Book of Birds is a fact-filled tour of the world’s most wonderful winged creatures. Yuval Zommer’s distinctive illustrations show off some of the most colorful, flamboyant, impressive, and wacky birds of the sky. Picture-book charm pairs with informative nonfiction to make a beautiful, large-format title for parents to share with young children and for older children to read by themselves. The book draws in children and parents alike with captivating information about and charming illustrations of hummingbirds, peacocks, flamingos, bald eagles, secretary birds, puffins, red-crowned cranes, and more. The book also invites young bird-watchers to protect birds where they live and make their gardens bird-friendly. The text is chatty, funny, and full of remarkable facts. Yuval Zommer’s illustrations and fresh approach are what make this series feel distinct. His glorious and quirky pictures appeal to young children, who will relish the flighty questions and pithy facts about the most exciting creatures of the sky. Illustrated in color throughout

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Take your favorite wizarding world brooms on the go with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms, a gorgeous art book that fits in the palm of your hand!Each broom has a story of its own, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms is your miniature visual guide to these iconic flying artifacts. Profiles feature in-depth information on the lore of each broom, stunning photography of the original props used in the films, insights from cast and crew, and other production secrets straight from the set. Fascinating entries on Quidditch—illustrated with prop photography and concept art—detail everything from the Golden Snitch to the Quidditch World Cup and expand on the role of brooms within the larger Wizarding World. This pocket-sized novelty volume is an ideal resource, both for experienced fans seeking to learn the history behind these beloved artifacts and for a new generation just beginning their first-year flying lessons. DOZENS OF ICONIC BROOMS: Compiled in this volume are profiles on famous racing brooms like the Nimbus 2000 and Firebolt, Wizarding World staples like the Bluebottle and Shooting Star, and brooms ridden by each of your favorite characters! BEHIND THE SCENES: Peek behind the curtain to see the movie-making magic that allowed these iconic flying artifacts to take to the skies! MINI SIZE, BIG QUALITY: A gorgeous book filled with Wizarding World knowledge, illuminating photography, and fun facts from the films that fits right in your palm? It must be magic. COMPLETE YOUR HARRY POTTER MINI BOOK COLLECTION: Complete your collection with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Hogwarts, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts!

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Always have the onscreen secrets and stories of your favorite characters from the Wizarding World films in your back pocket with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters!Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters is your miniature guide to the Wizarding World’s spellbinding citizens and their journey to the silver screen. This lavishly illustrated book chronicles how these beloved characters were brought to life for the films, with detailed profiles of Harry Potter, Lord Voldemort, Newt Scamander, and dozens more. This pocket-sized collectible is filled with behind-the-scenes photographs, concept art, and film facts, delivering a fascinating look into the onscreen history of all the characters, from Hogwarts students and faculty to Dark wizards, Ministry bureaucrats, and beyond. FAN-FAVORITE CHARACTERS PROFILED: Learn about the creative process behind bringing your favorite characters to life—including Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Newt Scamander, Albus Dumbledore, Lord Voldemort, Gellert Grindelwald, and dozens more. BEHIND-THE-SCENES INSIGHTS: Discover fascinating behind-the-scenes insights through interviews that delve deep into the costumes, casting, makeup, and creative process of bringing the Wizarding World’s characters to life on screen MINI SIZE, BIG QUALITY: A stunning, novelty book filled with information about your favorite Wizarding World characters that fits right in the palm of your hand? It must be magic! COMPLETE YOUR HARRY POTTER MINI BOOK COLLECTION: Complete your collection with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Hogwarts, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts!

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Learn more about the Dark Arts on the go with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of The Dark Arts, a gorgeous art book inspired by the Harry Potter films that fits in the palm of your hand!From basic curses and jinxes to Dark creatures like the Basilisk, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts is your miniature visual guide to the darker side of Wizarding World magic, illustrated by concept art and unit photography from the set. This pocket-sized collectible volume is an ideal resource for both experienced fans and a new generation of folks looking to expand their knowledge of the on-screen history of the Dark Arts—and the magic it took to bring it to life. MYSTERIOUS MAGICS: Learn the lore behind the cursed objects and scary spells that appear on screen through frightening facts and stunning concept art. BEHIND THE SCENES: Peek behind the curtain to see the movie-making magic that brought the Dark Mark and Death Eaters to life on the big screen! MINI SIZE, BIG QUALITY: Don’t let it’s small size fool you—this gorgeous book is filled with dazzling artwork and fascinating facts straight from the set of the films of the Wizarding World. COMPLETE YOUR HARRY POTTER MINI BOOK COLLECTION: Complete your collection with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts!

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Take your favorite Wizarding World wands on the go with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands, a gorgeous art book that fits in the palm of your hand!Each wand is as unique as the wizard or witch that wields it, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands is your miniature visual guide to these iconic spellcasting artifacts. Profiles feature in-depth information on the lore of each wand, stunning illustrations of the original props, insights from cast and crew, and other production secrets from the filmmakers’ archives. This pocket-sized collectible volume is an ideal resource for both veteran witches and wizards seeking to learn the history behind these beloved wands and for a new generation of Ollivander’s customers just learning how to cast Wingardium Leviosa. DOZENS OF WANDS: Showcases wands wielded by each of your favorite characters, including Bellatrix Lestrange’s talon-shaped wand to the simple and elegant wand wielded by Hermione Granger. BEHIND THE SCENES: Peek behind the curtain to see the movie-making magic that gave these powerful wands their charms! MINI SIZE, BIG QUALITY: A gorgeous book filled with Wizarding World knowledge that fits right in the palm of your hand? It must be magic. COMPLETE YOUR HARRY POTTER MINI BOOK COLLECTION: Complete your collection with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Hogwarts, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts!

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Count down and sing along to Christmas in this Taylor-twist on the classic festive song!An irresistible ode to Taylor Swift and her loyal, dedicated fans. Like the perfect stocking, The 13 Days of Swiftness is filled to the brim with goodies to find - from friendship bracelets to delicious chai sugar cookies to chunky cardigans and lots more. Cozy up with a cup of hot chocolate as you pore over the pages of this festive book and count down from thirteen selfies to one very special star atop the tree . . . The perfect stocking-filler for all Swifties!This book has not been authorised, licensed or endorsed by Taylor Swift, TAS Rights Management, LLC, Taylor Nation, LLC, Taylor Swift Productions, Inc. or UMG Commercial Services, Inc.

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Now available in trade paper—just in time for women’s history month—SIBA bestseller The Lost Book of Eleanor Dare explores the meaning of women’s history and the sacrifices every mother makes for her daughter.What happened to the Lost Colony of Roanoke remains a mystery, but the women who descended from Eleanor Dare have long known that the truth lies in what she left behind: a message carved onto a large stone and the contents of her treasured commonplace book. Brought from England on Eleanor’s fateful voyage to the New World, her book was passed down through the fifteen generations of daughters who followed as they came of age. Thirteen-year-old Alice had been next in line to receive it, but her mother’s tragic death fractured the unbroken legacy and the Dare Stone and the shadowy history recorded in the book faded into memory. Or so Alice hoped.In the waning days of World War II, Alice is a young widow and a mother herself when she is unexpectedly presented with her birthright: the deed to Evertell, her abandoned family home and the history she thought forgotten. Determined to sell the property and step into a future free of the past, Alice returns to Savannah with her own thirteen-year-old daughter, Penn, in tow. But when Penn’s curiosity over the lineage she never knew begins to unveil secrets from beneath every stone and bone and shell of the old house and Eleanor’s book is finally found, Alice is forced to reckon with the sacrifices made for love and the realities of their true inheritance as daughters of Eleanor Dare.In this sweeping tale from award-winning author Kimberly Brock, the answers to a real-life mystery may be found in the pages of a story that was always waiting to be written.“From the haunting first line, The Lost Book of Eleanor Dare transports the reader to a mysterious land, time and family . . . the captivating women of the Dare legacy must find their true inheritance hiding behind the untold secrets.” —Patti Callahan, New York Times bestselling authorHistorical women s fictionStand-alone novelBook length: approximately 135,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs

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She hasnâ ™t been in love in ten years, but sheâ ™s about to get back in the saddle. Swoony Christmas cowboy magic! This second chance love story crackles with chemistry and holiday cheer. â ”Annabel Monaghan, bestselling author of Summer RomanceWith the holidays around the corner and her father recently imprisoned for financial fraud, disgraced journalist Emory Oakes doesnâ ™t know where to turn. Sheâ ™s only certain of one thing: she needs to get away.Fate takes the wheel, leaving her stranded in snowy Evergreen, the picturesque town where she spent her happiest Christmas as a teen â “ and chronicled every moment in her journal as she fell in love with handsome local, Tate Wilder, at his familyâ ™s idyllic horse ranch â “ until it all went wrong.Emory isnâ ™t ready to face Tate, but kismet and Christmas magic have other ideas. As the love theyâ ™ve denied for a decade rekindles, the betrayals that kept them apart resurface and Emory s family scandal reaches the small town. Even still, Tate Wilder and his ranch feel more like home than anywhere ever has.Will Emory and Tateâ ™s alchemy fizzle, or will their Christmas wishes come true?Praise for Christmas at the Ranch Scandals, betrayals, snowy horse rides, hot chocolate, and even hotter kissesâ ”Christmas at the Ranch is a complicated love story, and the perfect holiday escape. â ”Amanda Eyre Ward, New York Times bestselling author of The Jetsetters Escapist, chemistry-fueled and with the perfect amount of Christmas magic, Christmas at the Ranch is the perfect book to whisk you away this holiday season. â ”Emily Stone, author of Always in December If youâ ™re looking for a second chance holiday romance filled with heart, soul, and a sexy cowboy hero, look no further! Youâ ™ll want to bust this baby out every year. â ”Codi Hall, author of Thereâ ™s Something About Merry Christmas at the Ranch is an emotional and romantic, snow-kissed love story about rediscovering your first love when it matters the most. â ”Heidi McLaughlin, New York Times bestselling author of Forever My Girl Tender, transporting, and impossible to put down. Christmas at the Ranch is a heartwarming holiday escape filled with snow-dusted second chances, soulful romance, and the kind of magic that only comes when you return to the place that once held your heart. Julia McKay writes with so much charmâ ”and this book is a winter dream. â ”Chantel Guertin, bestselling author of It Happened One Christmas

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THE TIMES BEST SCIENCE BOOK OF 2024GUARDIAN BEST IDEAS BOOKS OF 2024ECONOMIST BEST BOOKS OF 2024FINANCIAL TIMES BEST BOOKS OF 2024From one of the world’s great science writers, a book that explores the deepest principles of evolutionary history. In this groundbreaking new approach to the evolution of all life, Richard Dawkins shows how the body, behaviour, and genes of every living creature can be read as a book – an archive of the worlds of its ancestors. A perfectly camouflaged desert lizard has a desiccated landscape of sand and stones ‘painted’ on its back.Its skin can be read as a description of ancient deserts in which its ancestors survived – and, before that, of the worlds of its more remote ancestors: a genetic book of the dead. But such descriptions are more than skin-deep. The fine chisels of Darwinian natural selection carve their way through the very warp and woof of the body, into every biochemical nook and corner, into every cell of every living creature.A zoologist of the future, presented with a hitherto-unknown animal, will be able to reconstruct the worlds that shaped its ancestors, to read its unique ‘book of the dead’. The book is filled with fascinating examples of the power of Darwinian natural selection to build exquisite perfection, paradoxically accompanied by what look like gross blunders. Along the way, Dawkins dismantles influential criticisms of the ‘gene’s-eye-view’ of life.And, to end with a provocative sting in the tail, the author asks there is a sense in which all our ‘own’ genes can be seen as a gigantic colony of cooperating viruses?From the author of The Selfish Gene and The Ancestor’s Tale comes a revolutionary, richly illustrated book that unlocks the door to an ancient past, seen through wholly new eyes.

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Witness epic and adorable moments in the life of Grogu in this pocket-sized book of quotes!Hold the thrilling adventures of Grogu and Din Djarin in the palm of your hand, with this tiny book celebrating fan-favorite scenes from Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Loaded with imagery of the most mysterious and lovable alien in the galaxy, and quotes from all of his unlikely allies, Star Wars: The Tiny Book of Grogu will be the perfect gift for any Star Wars fan. • BELOVED MOMENTS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND: With its 1.34” x 1.73” size, this tiny book packs a galaxy’s worth of adventure into a pocket-sized format. • CELEBRATE GROGU: Featuring imagery and quotes from Star Wars: The Mandalorian (Seasons 1 and 2), this tiny book features Grogu’s most incredible escapades. From exploring the galaxy with Din Djarin, to meeting Ahsoka Tano and Luke Skywalker, this tiny book is a fun celebration of Grogu and the world of Star Wars: The Mandalorian. • GREAT FOR FANS OF ALL AGES: As a stocking stuffer or a novelty gift for your favorite foundling, this tiny book will delight Star Wars fans of all ages. • THE PERFECT ADDITION TO YOUR STAR WARS LIBRARY: A tiny but thrilling companion to your collection, Star Wars: The Tiny Book of Grogu is the most adorable addition to Insight Editions’ line of tiny books, including Star Wars: The Tiny Book of Jedi and Star Wars: The Tiny Book of Sith.

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From bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris - a nugget of wisdom in the phenomenal Ladybirds for Grown Ups series. This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. Also available: How it Works: The Husband How it Works: The Wife How it Works: The Mum The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis The Ladybird Book of the Hangover The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness The Ladybird Book of the Shed The Ladybird Book of Dating The Ladybird Book of the Hipster

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On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me a partridge in a pear tree... The lyrics to this well-known, traditional Christmas song, have been transformed into a brightly coloured picture book, with illustrations by Moldovan artist Violeta Dabija.

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From the author of the international bestseller The Little Book of Hygge Lykke (Luu-kah) (n): Happiness It s easy to see why Denmark is often called the world s happiest country. Not only do they have equal parental leave for men and women, free higher education and trains that run on time, but they burn more candles per household than anywhere else. So nobody knows more about happiness - what the Danes call lykke - than Meik Wiking, CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen and author of the bestselling sensation The Little Book of Hygge. But he believes that, whilst we can certainly learn a lot from the Danes about finding fulfilment, the keys to happiness are actually buried all around the globe. In this captivating book, he takes us on a treasure hunt to unlock the doors to inner fulfilment. From how we spend our precious time, to how we relate to our neighbours and cook dinner, he gathers evidence, stories and tips from the very happiest corners of the planet. This is the ultimate guide to how we can all find a little more lykke in our lives. Meik Wiking is the CEO of The Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen and is one of the world s leading experts in happiness. Committed to understanding happiness, subjective well-being and quality of life, Meik works with countries across the world to discover and explore global trends of life satisfaction. Only someone absolutely dedicated to happiness sits in coffee shops across the world counting peoples smiles! His first book, The Little Book of Hygge, became an international bestseller and will soon be published in 31 countries. Read more at https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/305146/the-little-book-of-lykke/#jxpd6XvGtGBzo1mT.99

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Get to know more than 100 mythical creatures from around the world with this delightful illustrated introduction.This is the must-have first book on the most fantastical creatures from around the world, filled with beautiful illustrations and storybook text on every page.The Bedtime Book of Magical Creatures features an amazing variety of magical creatures, from fairies and mermaids to dragons and unicorns. Children aged 3-5 can get to know more about their favourite creature from myths, legends and storybooks.Inside the pages of this exciting mythical creatures book, youâ ™ll find:- An introduction to different types of magical creatures brought to life by bright and colourful illustrations.- Engaging text for young children that can be read aloud â “ perfect for parents, carers, and children to enjoy at bedtime.- Beautiful illustrations combined with introductory reference text and key terms highlighted on each page.- Information on more than 100 mythical creatures - an essential addition to every 3â “5 year oldâ ™s library.This exciting bedtime book helps to develop an early understanding of different fictional creatures for little ones and clearly explains each one. A timeless gift book, this is a must-have for parents, carers, and educators who want to introduce core fairytale and folklore knowledge at a young age in a fun and engaging way.More in the seriesIf you enjoyed The Bedtime Book of Magical Creatures, why not try our other bedtime books? The Bedtime Book of Animals provides a charming introduction to the animal kingdom and The Bedtime Book of Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life introduces children to fascinating prehistoric lifeforms through a gentle bedtime story.

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A facsimile edition of the tattered notebooks of the Unknown Adventurer, this love letter to the wild details everything you need to know about how to live and thrive in nature, from the principles of treehouse building to wilderness first aid. Now in a new paperback edition, this book is ready for you to take on your next adventure. If you are reading this, it means my notebooks have been found. I am leaving them here at camp for safekeeping along with a few other belongings that I won’t be taking with me. The notebooks are a lifetime’s worth of knowledge, which I’m passing on to you.So reads an excerpt from the weatherworn letter discovered by nature enthusiast Teddy Keen on a recent trip to the Amazon, along with sketchbooks filled with details of extraordinary adventures and escapades, expedition advice, and survival methods, annotated with captivating colored-pencil drawings. It is thought that the sketchbooks were created for two young relatives of the author. Drawing on Teddy’s knowledge of the outdoors, the pages of the sketchbooks have been carefully transcribed for young readers, as they were originally intended. You’ll be transported by riveting adventure tales from around the globe, like being dragged off by a hyena in Botswana, surviving a Saharan dust storm, being woken by an intrepid emperor penguin in Antarctica, and coming face-to-face with a venomous bushmaster (one of the most dangerous snakes on the planet)—all told in lyrical prose and illustrations that wonder at the mysterious beauty of the wild. Having inspired the adventurous spirit in you, the Unknown Adventurer encourages you to set out on your own adventure with information on wild camping, rafting, exploration, and shelters and dens, plus tips on first aid and tying knots. Expert instructions on wilderness basics, like building a fire, what to do if you get lost, and how to build various types of shelters are accompanied by more specific skills culled from many years of experience, like baking campfire bread, creating a toothbrush from a twig, making a suture from soldier ants, and even how to pan for gold. Ahead of the release of the next book in the series, The Lost Book of Undersea Adventure, delve into the critically-acclaimed first book from the Unknown Adventurer, now in a new paperback edition. Inside is a treasure trove of knowledge that will ignite the spirit of adventure in readers young and old. REMEMBER: be good, be adventurous…and look after your parents.

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Improve your chess by studying the greatest games of all time, from Adolf Anderssen s Immortal Game to Magnus Carlsen s world championship victories, and featuring a foreword by five-times World Champion Vishy Anand.This book is written by an all-star team of authors. Wesley So is the reigning Fischer Random World Champion, the 2017 US Champion and the winner of the 2016 Grand Chess Tour. Michael Adams has been the top British player for the last quarter of a century and was a finalist in the 2004 FIDE World Championship. Graham Burgess is the author of thirty books, a former champion of the Danish region of Funen, and holds the world record for marathon blitz chess playing. John Nunn is a three-time winner of both the World Solving Championship and the British Chess Federation Book of the Year Award. John Emms is an experienced chess coach and writer, who finished equal first in the 1997 British Championship and was chess columnist of the Young Telegraph.The 145 greatest chess games of all time, selected, analysed, re-evaluated and explained by a team of British and American experts and illustrated with over 1,100 chess diagrams. Join the authors in studying these games, the cream of two centuries of international chess, and develop your own chess-playing skills - whatever your current standard. Instructive points at the end of each game highlight the lessons to be learned.First published in 1998, a second edition of The Mammoth Book of the World s Greatest Chess Games in 2004 included an additional twelve games. Another new edition in 2010 included a further thirteen games as well as some significant revisions to the analysis and information regarding other games in earlier editions of the book, facilitated by the use of a variety of chess software. This 2021 edition, further updated and expanded, now includes 145 games.The authors have made full use of the new generation of chess analysis engines that apply neural-network based AI.

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Feast like the gods with sixty food and drink recipes inspired by the world of Lore Olympus—with a foreword by Rachel Smythe, plus sumptuous illustrations and photographs throughout!Uncover the culinary secrets of the Lore Olympus pantheon with this official cookbook that breathes fresh life into traditional Greek cuisine. Organized by season, each chapter offers a recipe for any time of day—whether you are hankering for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a bright pink mocktail! And if you want to party like an Olympian, there are four feasts at the end of each section to serve as inspiration for a themed party.In these delectable recipes:Discover the divinity of Persephone’s baklavaWork your own magic with a color-changing cocktail favored by HecateSavor mouthwatering souvlaki (with easy instructions for cooking in the oven if, like a certain King of the Underworld, you don’t have an outdoor grill)And more!The Official Lore Olympus Cookbook is a must-have for all fans of the Eisner Award–winning series.

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