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Laura Wainwright’s debut collection is a powerful exploration of resilience in the face of ecological and human crises. Here, new life — whether in words, music, art, nature, or people — emerges from darkness and turmoil, and flourishes despite it. Natural worlds and relationships, containing the human within them, can be familiar but also strange, awe-inspiring, and beyond the confines of our typical narratives. The Storm’s Flora explores these complexities, while celebrating the particularities of place and the earth’s vivid beauty.

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The second book in a magical new series from best-selling author and illustrator, Laura Ellen Anderson!Ray is getting used to life as Rainbow Grey – she now has ALL the magical weather powers at her fingertips, although she hasn’t quite mastered them yet!When all of the cloud creatures start disappearing – including Ray’s own beloved cloud cat, Nim – Ray and her friends have a mystery to solve. Ray is sure that a dark magic is behind the disappearances. Can she work out what is going on before cloud magic is lost forever and Earth is destroyed by the ultimate storm . . .?

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In a thrilling picture book by Caldecott Medalist Brian Floca and acclaimed illustrator Sydney Smith, young readers will experience the sheer power of a violent thunderstorm and the calm of its aftermath. "The power of nature captivates and compels in this phenomenal tale of pushing limits." Kirkus ReviewsA gorgeously illustrated jacketed hardback picture book for children which explores the extraordinary strength and changeability of the natural world, and shines a light on those thrilling new experiences shared with siblings. Join in the journey as two siblings go hand-in-hand to experience the true power of a thunderstorm in their seaside town. They want to witness it all - the rise, the thrill of it all, and then the slow return to calm once the storm has passed and a new day begins. From two extraordinary and internationally recognized talents, Island Storm is a multi-sensory experience that will amaze and thrill readers as they understand the boundless possibilities of weather and outdoor experiences.

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SuperThings tajná základna Furry Storm
kalhoty s technologií UA Storm
police se skříňkou Flora White
úložná police Flora White 120 cm
melaminová police Flora White
police Flora White na stěnu
police se skříňkou dub Flora Oak
fóliovník Flo TO-90031 1.43x1.43x1.95 m
zahradní hadicový stojan Flo TO-89335
dekorativní solná lampa Flores středomořský styl
solné svítidlo Flores oranžová s hnědou základnou
váza Flores 21x26x17 cm
kuchyňský dřez s baterií Flora
Desítka rozšíření fauna flóra
KikkaBoo bryndák Flora Blush
Cool School Vegeto Mondo flóra planety

The Northern Fells include the rolling Caldbeck and Uldale Fells – ''serene and restful, a perfect sanctuary for birds and animals and fell-walkers who prefer to be away from the crowds''; Skiddaw – ''an affable, friendly giant''; majestic Blencathra – ''the mountaineer''s mountain''; Latrigg – the favourite of visitors to Keswick – and many more. They offer the walker excellent tramping and exhilarating freedom to wander at will..The Pictorial Guides by A. Wainwright, written half a century ago, have been treasured by generations of walkers. This edition of The Northern Fells is freshly reproduced from Wainwright''s original hand-drawn pages.

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In this “seismically moving memoir” (The New York Times Book Review, Editors’ Choice), one woman asks a seemingly impossible question in the aftermath of her mother’s suicide: How do you mourn a loved one as you repair the injuries they inflicted? “Laura Trujillo resurfaces from the dark ‘sub-basement’ of despair with assurances for us all: There is hope. There is healing. Always, there is love. This book will save lives.”—Connie Schultz, author of The Daughters of ErietownONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New YorkerLaura Trujillo had been close to her mother for most of her adult life, raising her four children within a few miles of their beloved grandmother’s Phoenix home. But just three months after moving her young family to Cincinnati for a new job, Laura receives shocking news: Her mother had taken her own life—by jumping off a ledge into the Grand Canyon, a place Laura knew her mother had always loved. Laura and her mother had shared a profound and special bond, yet each had also kept from the other the deepest truths about their lives. As an adult, Laura finally broke her silence about the sexual abuse she had suffered as a teenager ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In this magical Caldecott Honor-winning picture book, Flora and her graceful flamingo friend wordlessly explore the trials and joys of friendship through an elaborate synchronized dance.Every little ballerina dreams of her turn as a dancing diva. Endearing Flora in swimsuit, bathing cap, and flippers admires a pink flamingo . . . and with a twist, a turn, and even a flop, these unlikely friends learn at last how to dance together in perfect harmony. An innovative wordless picture book with interactive flaps, Flora and the Flamingo is full of humor and heart. This stunning performance (and splashy ending!) will have readers clapping for more!FOR THE LOVE OF THE DANCE: For children and adults who share a passion for ballet, jazz, tap, Irish Step, or any form of dance, the joyful Flora books offer an engaging, hands-on reading experience that celebrates the magic of movement.FINE-FEATHERED FRIENDS: Friendships in children''s books come in many wonderful forms. The connection made in this gentle story as a girl and a bird dance in tandem is a lovely reminder that friendship is truly the wind beneath our wings.For more feathery fun with the flamingo girls, pick up more preschool wordless books from award-winning author-illustrator Molly ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A magical fairy story about believing in yourself, perfect for children learning to read. From the author ofDilly the Dinosaur.Flora the Fairy enjoys school. But one day, her teacher tells them they will be tested on their magic skills the next day. They have to change the class dragon, Smoky, into something else, and back again. All the children start practising but, try as she might, Flora can''t remember the words of the spell. She keeps getting it wrong! Even her friend Harry can do it right – what will Flora''s mummy and daddy say when she doesn''t pass the test?Luckily, Flora''s parents, with the help of Nana and Grandpop, show Flora that all she needs to do is relax. They have great fun changing things into other things at home. And the following day, Flora passes the test with flying colours!The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It’s the first step towards a lasting love of reading.Level 1 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for new readers who are beginning ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The story of a girl, a whale and a friendship that will echo down the generations, from best-selling, award-winning picture book creator, Benji Davies, author of The Storm Whale 'It's a world fans won't want to leave' - The Observer As a fearsome storm blows around Noi’s house, his grandma tells of an unforgettable friendship between a little girl and a whale, many storms ago. But as she finishes her tale of perseverance and new beginnings, Noi soon realises it’s part of their own story, too. This glorious addition to the bestselling Storm Whale series celebrates the stories and the love that are passed down through generations. Praise for books from the World of the The Storm Whale: “A simple but powerful story about loneliness and the love between a parent and child” – New York Times “heartwarming story of family and friendship with striking artwork that perfectly captures the seaside world." – The Big Issue ‘At the heart of this emotionally charged story is the joy of a lasting friendship, tender and true’ – The Bookseller “Intensely atmospheric, full of biting cold, tender detail and warm light, this is a book to cuddle up with” – The Guardian “Benji ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Great Storm Whale - Benji Davies

When a woman discovers a rare book that has connections to her past, long-held secrets about her missing sister and their childhood spent in the English countryside during World War II are revealed.In the war-torn London of 1939, fourteen-year-old Hazel and five-year-old Flora are evacuated to a rural village to escape the horrors of the Second World War. Living with the kind Bridie Aberdeen and her teenage son, Harry, in a charming stone cottage along the River Thames, Hazel fills their days with walks and games to distract her young sister, including one that she creates for her sister and her sister alone—a fairy tale about a magical land, a secret place they can escape to that is all their own.But the unthinkable happens when young Flora suddenly vanishes while playing near the banks of the river. Shattered, Hazel blames herself for her sister’s disappearance, and she carries that guilt into adulthood as a private burden she feels she deserves.Twenty years later, Hazel is in London, ready to move on from her job at a cozy rare bookstore to a career at Sotheby’s. With a charming boyfriend and her elegantly timeworn Bloomsbury flat, Hazel’s future seems determined. But her tidy ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The ninth and final book in Laura Ingalls Wilder’s classic Little House series. Laura Ingalls Wilder is beginning life with her new husband, Almanzo, in their own little house. Laura is a young pioneer wife now, and must work hard with Almanzo, farming the land around their home on the South Dakota prairie. Soon their baby daughter, Rose, is born, and the young family must face the hardships and triumphs encountered by so many American pioneers.And so Laura Ingalls Wilder''s adventure as a little pioneer girl ends, and her new life as a pioneer wife and mother begins. The nine books in the timeless Little House series tell the story of Laura’s childhood as an American pioneer, and are cherished by readers of all generations. They offer a unique glimpse into life on the American frontier, and tell the heartwarming, unforgettable story of a loving family.

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This is Martha Wainwright’s heartfelt memoir about growing up in a bohemian musical family and her experiences with love, loss, motherhood, divorce, the music industry and more. Born into music royalty, the daughter of folk legends Kate McGarrigle and Loudon Wainwright III and sister to the highly-acclaimed singer Rufus Wainwright, Martha grew up in a world filled with such incomparable folk legends as Leonard Cohen, Anna McGarrigle, Richard and Linda Thompson, Pete Townsend and Emmylou Harris. It was within this loud, boisterous, musical milieu that Martha came of age, struggling to find her voice until she exploded onto the music scene with her 2005 debut and critically acclaimed album, Martha Wainwright, which contained the blistering hit, ‘Bloody Mother F*cking Asshole’, which the Sunday Times called one of the best songs of that year. Her successful debut album and the ones that followed such as Come Home to Mama, I Know You're Married but I've Got Feelings Too and Goodnight City came to define Martha's searing songwriting style and established her as a powerful voice to be reckoned with.'With disarming candour and courage, Martha tells us of finding her own voice and peace as a working artist and mother. Her story ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The race to the North Pole is on! Bundle up and join Flora Stormer and her friends on a magical and self-affirming Arctic adventure.Flora Stormer and her friend Pavan are racing to the North Pole by dog sled, trying to find their friend''s missing parents. When they hear about a magical pearl that can show the past and future, Flora realises it could help them solve the mystery. But their arch-enemy Lord Granville is determined to get his greedy hands on it first. Soon, the race to the Arctic becomes a race to the mystic pearl! With polar bears, fierce mermaids, and ferocious sea storms, the Arctic is a dangerous place - even without Lord Granville trying to eliminate the competition. Luckily, Flora has friendship - and magic - on her side!

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In this Philip K. Dick Award–winning series, one woman’s unknowable destiny depends on a bold new step in human evolution.In the wake of the apocalypse, Flora has come of age in a highly gendered post-plague society where females have become a precious, coveted, hunted, and endangered commodity. But Flora does not participate in the economy that trades in bodies. An anathema in a world that prizes procreation above all else, she is an outsider everywhere she goes, including the thriving all-female city of Shy.Now navigating a blighted landscape, Flora, her friends, and a sullen young slave she adopts as her own child leave their oppressive pasts behind to find their place in the world. They seek refuge aboard a ship where gender is fluid, where the dynamic is uneasy, and where rumors flow of a bold new reproductive strategy.When the promise of a miraculous hope for humanity’s future tears Flora’s makeshift family asunder, she must choose: protect the safe haven she’s built or risk everything to defy oppression, whatever its provenance.

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Shortlisted for Harper''s Bazaar Book of the Year 2019A Guardian, Spectator and Mail on Sunday Book of the Year 2018"A lyrical portrait of a fast-vanishing way of life . . . Thompson is a terrific writer." — New StatesmanLaura Thompson’s grandmother Violet was one of the great landladies. Born in a London pub, she became the first woman to be given a publican’s licence in her own name and, just as pubs defined her life, she seemed in many ways to embody their essence.Laura spent part of her childhood in Violet’s Home Counties establishment, mesmerised by her gift for cultivating the mix of cosiness and glamour that defined the pub’s atmosphere, making it a unique reflection of the national character. Her memories of this time are just as intoxicating: beer and ash on the carpets in the morning, the deepening rhythms of mirth at night, the magical brightness of glass behind the bar…Through them Laura traces the story of the English pub, asking why it has occupied such a treasured position in our culture. But even Violet, as she grew older, recognised that places like hers were a dying breed, and Laura also considers the precarious future they face. Part ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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"[Laura van den Berg is] a master of the short story form. Hers are deliciously unnerving, moving, and monstrous tales.” —Karen Russell, author of Orange World and other stories"A smart, fun, noir-y treasure map . . . Van den Berg somehow packs a duffel bag of plot into carry-on-size stories. She also has the right kind of range: from brutal to moving to funny, South America to Paris to Antarctica, really great to freaking outstanding.” —Kathryn Schulz, New YorkThe surreal, compulsively readable collection that established Laura van den Berg as a singular stylist, reissued for its tenth anniversary. The Isle of Youth, Laura van den Berg’s breakout second story collection, explores the lives of women who are mired in secrecy and deception. Ranging from the inscrutability of a marriage, to private eyes working a baffling case in South Florida, to a teenager who assists her magician mother and steals from the audience, these stories are linked by mystery and by women who are at once vulnerable and dangerous, bighearted and ruthless—who do what it takes to survive.The characters in van den Berg’s stories are lost in the mysteries of the self and the world at large, an experience that feels ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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*****PERFECT FOR FANS OF ''THE COMING STORM''ONE OF THE TELEGRAPH''S BOOKS OF THE YEAR ''A chilling overview of a movement that should arguably have no place in any healthy, well-educated society.'' - The Telegraph''A compelling book.'' - The Guardian''The Storm Is Upon Us is an impressive piece of research and a gripping read. Rothschild''s book reads like a thriller, with cliffhangers that leave you eager for the next episode. The trouble, of course, is that it''s not fiction.'' - The Times''For anyone who fears that the world really has ''gone mad'', this book might be essential reading'' - The Telegraph''An ideal tour guide for your journey into the depths of the rabbit hole that is QAnon, and even shows you a glimmer of light at the exit.'' - Cullen Hoback, director of HBO''s Q: Into the StormIn 2017, President Trump made a cryptic remark at a gathering of military officials, describing it as ''the calm before the storm''-then refused to explain himself to puzzled journalists. But on internet message boards, a mysterious poster called ''Q Clearance Patriot'' began an elaboration all of their own.Q''s wild yarn hinted at a vast conspiracy that satisfied the deepest desires of MAGA-America. None of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Sisters Isabelle and Laura Hof have been practis­ing and teaching the Wim Hof Method for most of their lives. Science-backed and potentially life-changing, the method focuses on three pillars – breathing, cold therapy and mindset – which can result in increased energy, better sleep, a strength­ened immune system and more. While the method works for everyone, it has unique physical and men­tal health benefits for women.Inspired by the potential of the method, Isa­belle and Laura started the Icewomen community, devoted to unlocking the power of these practices. In this empowering book they invite all women to join the community, and share the groundbreaking research behind the benefits, from improving mental health, boosting confidence and balancing hormones to enhancing hair and skin health and having a positive impact on pregnancy, breastfeeding, meno­pause and more. Secrets of the Icewomen also offers detailed advice specifically tailored for women and their needs, including how to: plan your WHM practice around your cycle work on setting strong intentions adjust and rest if dealing with serious condi­tions or hormonal imbalances, and learn to understand the (very normal!) range of emotions people have when undergoing cold therapy. No longer the domain of extreme athletes and wellness-minded men, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A big storm is brewing . . . but these pals have each other’s backs—rain or shine—in the third book of Beak & Ally, a series perfect for fans of Narwhal & Jelly, emerging readers, and all kids who love comics.Ally’s enjoying a peaceful, rainy day down in the swamp until Beak tells her that a big storm is coming. As Ally makes her way home to prepare, she can’t help but notice other swamp critters struggling to get ready for the bad weather. Even though she has a lot to do, she offers them a hand.But before she knows it, the storm is upon her, and she has to take shelter in the first secluded spot she can find. Once the storm passes, Ally returns to find her once beautiful home in utter ruin!Will Ally be able to save her home, or will she be forced to leave the swamp . . . for good?

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*LAURA PURCELL''S HOUSE OF SPLINTERS IS AVAILABLE TO PREORDER NOW*Winner of the Historical Crime Book of the Year 2021 Award at the 2022 Fingerprint Crime Awards‘Dripping with atmosphere with a corkscrew plot, Laura Purcell just gets better and better’ STACEY HALLS‘It truly kept me guessing to the very last page’ SONIA VELTONWicked deeds require the cover of darkness...A struggling silhouette artist in Victorian Bath seeks out a renowned child spirit medium in order to speak to the dead – and to try and identify their killers – in this beguiling new tale from Laura Purcell.Silhouette artist Agnes is struggling to keep her business afloat. Still recovering from a serious illness herself, making enough money to support her elderly mother and her orphaned nephew Cedric has never been easy, but then one of her clients is murdered shortly after sitting for Agnes, and then another, and another... Desperately seeking an answer, Agnes approaches Pearl, a child spirit medium lodging in Bath with her older half-sister and her ailing father, hoping that if Pearl can make contact with those who died, they might reveal who killed them. But Agnes and Pearl quickly discover that instead they may have opened the door to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Storm Boy Illustrated story in a limited edition hardback with a jacket, telling the original story of storm boy with illustrations is being released to tie in with the 55th anniversary edition of the Australian classic novella and the remake of the movie, which will star Jai Courtney and Geoffrey Rush. Storm Boy is the timeless story of Mike "Storm Boy" Kingley who rescues three pelican chicks after their mother is shot. One of the birds, Mr Percival, forms a very special bond with the boy which brings into focus the conflict between his lifestyle in the remote Coorong of South Australia and the external pressures of society including his schooling. Illustrations: Jenni Goodman Andrew Davies

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This Phoebe and Her Unicorn adventure features one big magical storm of a story in which Phoebe and Marigold experience a bizarre and fascinating mystery.Phoebe and Marigold decide to investigate a powerful storm that is wreaking havoc with the electricity in their town. The adults think it’s just winter weather, but Phoebe and Marigold soon discover that all is not what it seems to be, and that the storm may have a magical cause. To solve the case, they team up with Max, who is desperate for the electricity to return so he can play video games, and frenemy Dakota, who is aided by her goblin minions. Together, they must get to the bottom of the mystery and save the town from the magic storm.

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Restored by the Storm offers a compelling narrative that delves into the universal struggle of facing life''s unexpected challenges. Drawing from personal experiences, Restored by the Storm provides a profound exploration of how individuals navigate tumultuous phases in their lives, encompassing both personal and professional realms. It addresses heart-wrenching questions that arise when life takes a sudden, unexpected turn, leaving one to grapple with the reality of a disrupted existence.This inspiring testament to the human spirit''s resilience emphasizes the potential blessings hidden in life''s trials. Advocating for a steadfast, positive attitude rooted in faith, it provides hope and guidance to a wide range of audiences, including Christians, those seeking life''s purpose, business owners, and individuals facing medical challenges and other seemingly insurmountable situations.A tale of survival and a beacon of hope, Restored by the Storm shows that control in life is often limited to one''s attitude and effort, especially when navigating through turbulent times. It reveals that life''s trials and failures are as instructive as its successes, underscoring the importance of learning and growing stronger from these experiences. Highlighting the role of faith in finding strength and restoration, the story encourages embracing a new normal with gratitude and redefining success ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Taken with a 35mm camera by Paul McCartney, these largely unseen photographs capture the explosive period, from the end of 1963 through early 1964, in which The Beatles became an international sensation and changed the course of music history. Featuring 275 images from the six cities-Liverpool, London, Paris, New York, Washington, D.C., and Miami-of these legendary months, 1964: Eyes of the Storm also includes: * A personal foreword in which McCartney recalls the pandemonium of British concert halls, followed by the hysteria that greeted the band on its first American visit * Candid recollections preceding each city portfolio that form an autobiographical account of the period McCartney remembers as the Eyes of the Storm, plus a coda with subsequent events in 1964 * Beatleland, an essay by Harvard historian and New Yorker essayist Jill Lepore, describing how The Beatles became the first truly global mass culture phenomenon Handsomely designed, 1964: Eyes of the Storm creates an intensely dramatic record of The Beatles' first transatlantic trip, documenting the radical shift in youth culture that crystallized in 1964. You could hold your camera up to the world, in 1964. But what madness would you capture, what beauty, what joy, what fury? -Jill ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A follow-up to the best-selling The Storm Whale, winner of the 2014 inaugural Oscar's First Book Prize in association with the Evening Standard.It's winter time and Noi's island is covered in a blanket of snow. Even the sea is icing over. Noi is worried about the little whale he saved last summer: Can he survive the harsh conditions? Little does Noi know that it's the little whale's turn to save him. A magical and touching story about a lasting friendship. A truly beautiful work packing a real emotional punch.'At the heart of this emotionally charged story is the joy of a lasting friendship, tender and true' Fiona Noble for The Bookseller, Children's Book of the MonthOther books from the World of the Storm Whale:The Storm WhaleGrandma BirdAlso by Benji Davies:Grandad's IslandOn Sudden Hill, written by Linda SarahWhen the Dragons Came, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne MooreJump on Board the Animal Train, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne Moore

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The stunning bestseller by Benji Davies, winner of the inaugural Oscar's First Book Prize.Noi and his father live in a house by the sea, his father works hard as a fisherman and Noi often has only their six cats for company. So when, one day, he finds a baby whale washed up on the beach after a storm, Noi is excited and takes it home to care for it. He tries to keep his new friend a secret, but there's only so long you can keep a whale in the bath without your dad finding out. Noi is eventually persuaded that the whale has to go back to the sea where it belongs. For Noi, even though he can't keep it, the arrival of the whale changes his life for the better - the perfect gift from one friend to another.Other books from the World of the Storm Whale:The Storm Whale in WinterGrandma BirdAlso by Benji Davies:Grandad's IslandOn Sudden Hill, written by Linda SarahWhen the Dragons Came, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne MooreJump on Board the Animal Train, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne Moore

Objev podobné jako The Storm Whale - Benji Davies

The stunning bestseller by Benji Davies, winner of the inaugural Oscar's First Book Prize, now available in board format! Noi and his father live in a house by the sea, his father works hard as a fisherman and Noi often has only their six cats for company. So when, one day, he finds a baby whale washed up on the beach after a storm, Noi is excited and takes it home to care for it. He tries to keep his new friend a secret, but there's only so long you can keep a whale in the bath without your dad finding out. Noi is eventually persuaded that the whale has to go back to the sea where it belongs. For Noi, even though he can't keep it, the arrival of the whale changes his life for the better - the perfect gift from one friend to another.Other books from the World of the Storm Whale: The Storm Whale in WinterGrandma BirdAlso by Benji Davies: Grandad's IslandOn Sudden Hill, written by Linda SarahWhen the Dragons Came, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne MooreJump on Board the Animal Train, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne Moore

Objev podobné jako The Storm Whale - Benji Davies

A follow-up to the best-selling The Storm Whale, winner of the 2014 inaugural Oscar's First Book Prize in association with the Evening Standard, in a brand new cased board book format! It’s winter time and Noi’s island is covered in a blanket of snow. Even the sea is icing over. Noi is worried about the little whale he saved last summer: Can he survive the harsh conditions? Little does Noi know that it’s the little whale’s turn to save him. A magical and touching story about a lasting friendship. A truly beautiful work packing a real emotional punch. ‘At the heart of this emotionally charged story is the joy of a lasting friendship, tender and true’ Fiona Noble for The Bookseller, Children’s Book of the Month Other books from the World of the Storm Whale: The Storm WhaleGrandma BirdAlso by Benji Davies: Grandad's IslandOn Sudden Hill, written by Linda SarahWhen the Dragons Came, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne MooreJump on Board the Animal Train, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne Moore

Objev podobné jako The Storm Whale in Winter - Benji Davies

A beautiful 10th anniversary hardback edition of this award-winning, beloved modern classic, containing a note from the author and a limited edition art print. Noi lives with his dad and six cats by the sea. With his dad working hard as a fisherman, Noi sometimes feels a bit lonely, so when, one day, he finds a little whale washed up on the beach after a storm, he takes it home to care for it. At first, Noi tries to keep his new friend a secret, but there's only so long you can keep a whale in the bath without your dad finding out... Noi is persuaded that the whale must go back to the sea where it belongs, but their friendship will stay with him forever... This stunningly-illustrated story was awarded the inaugural Oscar's Book Prize and has gone on to become a much-loved global bestseller.More from the world of The Storm Whale:The Storm Whale in Winter Grandma BirdAlso written and illustrated by Benji Davies:Grandad's IslandIllustrated by Benji Davies:On Sudden Hill, written by Linda SarahJump on Board the Animal Train, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne MooreWhen the Dragons Came, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne Moore

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Photographs and Reflections by Paul McCartney''Millions of eyes were suddenly upon us, creating a picture I will never forget for the rest of my life.''In 2020, an extraordinary trove of nearly a thousand photographs taken by Paul McCartney on a 35mm camera was re-discovered in his archive. They intimately record the months towards the end of 1963 and beginning of 1964 when Beatlemania erupted in the UK and, after the band''s first visit to the USA, they became the most famous people on the planet. The photographs are McCartney''s personal record of this explosive time, when he was, as he puts it, in the ''Eyes of the Storm''.1964: Eyes of the Storm presents 275 of McCartney''s photographs from the six cities of these intense, legendary months - Liverpool, London, Paris, New York, Washington, D.C. and Miami - and many never-before-seen portraits of John, George and Ringo. In his Foreword and Introductions to these city portfolios, McCartney remembers ''what else can you call it - pandemonium'' and conveys his impressions of Britain and America in 1964 - the moment when the culture changed and the Sixties really began.1964: Eyes of the Storm includes:- Six city portfolios - Liverpool, London, Paris, New ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From the top-ten bestselling author of One Snowy Night, Rita Bradshaw, comes The Storm Child, a sweeping family saga set during the run up to WW2 in the north-east of England.It’s mid-winter, and in the throes of a fierce blizzard Elsie Redfern and her husband discover an unknown girl in their hay barn about to give birth. After the young mother dies, Elsie takes the infant in and raises her as her own daughter, her precious storm child.Gina grows into a beautiful little girl, but her safe haven turns out to be anything but. Torn away from her home and family, the child finds herself in a nightmare from which there’s no waking, but despite her misery and bewilderment, Gina’s determined to survive.Years pass. With womanhood comes the Second World War, along with more heartbreak, grief and betrayal. Then, a new but dangerous love beckons; can Gina ever escape the dark legacy of the storm child?

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''Highly recommended'' John Gwynne ''Madson is an exciting new author in fantasy'' Mark Lawrence''A complex tale of war, politics and lust for power'' Guardian AS AN EMPIRE DIES, THREE WARRIORS WILL RISE. THEY MUST RIDE THE STORM OR DROWN IN ITS BLOOD.The kingdom of Kisia is divided, held together only by the will of the god-emperor. When an act of betrayal shatters an alliance with the neighbouring land of Chiltae, all that has been won comes crashing down.Now, as the fires of war spread, a warrior, an assassin and a princess must chase their ambitions, no matter the cost.War built the Kisian Empire. And now war will tear it down.''A visceral, intriguing, intense and emotionally charged ride''Grimdark Magazine''Breathtakingly triumphant . . . it has become one of my favourite books of all time''Novel Notions''Buckle your seatbelts and prepare for a hell of a ride'' Fantasy Book Critic''Complex and immersive . . . doesn''t let go until the final electrifying pages'' Fantasy Book Review Books by Devin MadsonThe Reborn Empire We Ride the Storm We Lie with Death (coming Jan ''21)The Vengeance TrilogyThe Blood of Whisperers The Gods of ViceThe Grave at Storm''s End

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Teachings received in prayer that offer a living experience of the Divine, spiritual wisdom, and healing love• Shares words and energies received in ecstatic union with the Divine • Contains wisdom on creation, love, healing with Christ, karma, reincarnation, and the nature of evil • Reveals the spiritual laws that govern your existence and show you that you are a miracle of creation born out of love When we quiet our minds and hearts long enough to be still, we can hear the voice of God and feel His presence within us. But how does one find the inner stillness necessary to feel the presence of the Divine? How can you awaken to the light of God? In this book of profound spiritual teachings, modern-day mystic and spiritual healer Laura Aversano shares the wisdom she received from ecstatic states of union with the Divine while she prayed. These writings offer a living experience of the Divine, imparting knowledge of the spiritual life as well as healing. Laura feels she had direct contact with the Holy Spirit and shares wisdom on love, creation, healing with Christ, karma, reincarnation, and the nature of evil. These divine locutions reveal the spiritual laws that ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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***THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES*** Whether you''ve read them all or whether you''re discovering Alex Gray''s bestselling series for the first time, BEFORE THE STORM will have you gripped until the final page. ''BEFORE THE STORM is classic Alex Gray - warm-hearted, atmospheric . . . with a very interesting twist'' ANN CLEEVES''An exciting procedural''SUNDAY TIMES''Another brilliant Lorimer adventure'' ***** Reader Review''Exciting and unexpected, I hope it''s not too long till the next one'' ***** Reader Review''Lorimer is up there with the best'' ***** Reader Review''Alex Gray returns with another belter'' THE HERALD__________________Your favourite Scottish detective is back with a brand new case, one that threatens to destroy everything. Inspector Daniel Kohi of the Zimbabwean police force returns home one night to find his worst nightmare has been realised. His family dead, his house destroyed, and in fear for his life, he is forced to flee the country he loves. Far away in Glasgow, DSI William Lorimer has his hands full. Christmas is approaching, the city is bustling, and whilst the homicide rate has been relatively low, something much darker is brewing. Counter-Terrorism have got wind of a plot, here in Lorimer''s native city, to carry out an unspeakable atrocity ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''She can pick up personal facts impossible to fathom by deduction or guesswork.'' JEANETTE WINTERSON''A marvellous book.'' DR EBEN ALEXANDER__________________________________''We all have psychic experiences in our lives that connect us to one another and to those we love on the Other Side. Not just once in a while, but all the time.''Laura Lynne Jackson has been receiving communications from the afterlife since she was a child. In The Light Between Us she takes us through her struggle to come to peace with her gift and use it to help others.Through her moving and uplifting stories of the people she has helped, Laura Lynne shares her knowledge of how to understand these messages of love, and how we can use those lessons to help us live more peacefully in the present.What The Light Between Us has meant to readers:''A genuine and honest testimonial''''This book has made me laugh, made me cry and make me think''''I love this book. It really helps you realise that the ones we love are never far from us.''''The stories are heartfelt and had me in tears towards the end''''Very uplifting''''It has given me so much comfort and understanding''

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This lavishly illustrated and accessible reference book provides a comprehensive guide to the world of wild flowers and flora – including trees, shrubs, herbs, cacti, weeds, grasses, aquatic plants and mosses. The book is arranged according to geographic region, and every entry includes information on flower hue, size and shape, stem, height and spread, leaf size and shape, number of flowers per flower head, as well as details of its environment and the pollinator. This richly illustrated guide to the world’s flora provides a comprehensive reference book to be used by the whole family. It is a stunning visual introduction to the most important wild flowers, trees, shrubs, herbs, cacti, grasses, mosses, aquatic plants and weeds. Each encyclopedic entry includes information about flower and leaf size, shape, hue and height, number of blooms per stem and the locality where it can be found, and it is beautifully illustrated with more than 1700 botanical artworks, identification photographs and maps.

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A Viking saga of warmongering, honour and loyalty from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Lancelot, Giles Kristian. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Games of Thrones."A fitting end to a trilogy that fans of Bernard Cornwell should devour" -- THE TIMES"The master storyteller...whose books throw the reader headlong into the Viking age." -- BEN KANE"This remains Viking writing at its best: thrilling in it truest sense, heart-rendering and, yes, glorious." -- MANDA SCOTT"Probably the best Viking saga I have ever read -- ***** Reader review "Wonderfully written and researched, the whole series makes the entire Nordic world come alive" -- ***** Reader review"This trilogy is gripping from start to finish" -- ***** Reader review*****************************************THE GODS MUST BE FAVOURED...Norway, AD 785. A wild place, a place of blood, a place where the gods hold sway . . .Sigurd Haraldarson and his oathsworn band are winning fame and reputation. But to confront his hated enemy - the oath-breaker and betrayer King Gorm - they must win riches too.When a daring raid goes wrong, Sigurd finds himself a prisoner of the powerful Jarl Guthrum. Bound like a slave, he is taken to the sacred temple at Ubsola to face the sacrificial ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Haunting and atmospheric'' - DAILY MAIL''Tina Baker''s best yet'' - JANICE HALLETT''Compelling and suspenseful'' - LISA HALLEveryone brings their secrets to the island...On the beautiful and windswept island of Tresco, two worlds live side by side. The wealthy visitors come by helicopter to stay at their lavish time-share properties. The estate staff travel by boat, and work all hours to keep them happy, to keep the money flowing in.But while the blue skies and savage waves make the island seem a wild paradise, under the surface the inhabitants are concealing more than they dare reveal. The truths about their marriages, their love affairs, and what they do in the darkness while their neighbours are sleeping.As black clouds come rolling in and a storm hits the island, truths and rumours begin to tumble out, wreaking terrible damage. In the midst of the tempest, two women are attacked and one goes missing. The secrets of this fragile community can no longer be hidden if it hopes to survive. The islanders must finally reveal what they did in the storm, no matter the cost.From the #1 bestselling author of Call Me Mummy comes a dark and luscious thriller, perfect for readers of Harriet ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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IN A TOWN LIKE TWIN PEAKS, NO ONE IS INNOCENT... Laura Palmer – the sweet-faced beauty of Twin Peaks – hid her darkest deeds and twisted dreams in a secret diary from the time she was twelve years old…until the day she was murdered. The diary contains important clues to the identity of her killer. For the inhabitants of Twin Peaks it begins a mystery that will reach out to obsess them all… With a new foreword from Twin Peaks co-creators David Lynch and Mark Frost, The Secret Diary of Laura Palmer is a must-have for all Twin Peaks fans. ‘Rhapsodic murder mystery’ New York Times ‘It’s like sex and it takes time’ David Lynch

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***Discover your next reading obsession with Alex Gray''s Sunday Times bestselling Scottish detective series*** ***Don''t miss the latest from Alex Gray. Book 20 in the Lorimer series, QUESTIONS FOR A DEAD MAN, is out now and Book 21, OUT OF DARKNESS, is available to pre-order.***Whether you''ve read them all or whether this is your first Lorimer novel, Before the Storm is perfect if you love Ian Rankin, Val McDermid and Ann Cleeves ''Before the Storm is classic Alex Gray - warm-hearted, atmospheric . . . with a very interesting twist'' ANN CLEEVES ''An exciting procedural'' SUNDAY TIMES ''Another brilliant Lorimer adventure'' ***** Reader Review''Exciting and unexpected, I hope it''s not too long till the next one'' ***** Reader Review''Lorimer is up there with the best'' ***** Reader Review''Alex Gray returns with another belter'' THE HERALD_______________Your favourite Scottish detective is back with a brand new case, one that threatens to destroy everything. Inspector Daniel Kohi of the Zimbabwean police force returns home one night to find his worst nightmare has been realised. His family dead, his house destroyed, and in fear for his life, he is forced to flee the country he loves. Far away in Glasgow, DSI William Lorimer has ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Haunting and atmospheric'' - DAILY MAIL''Tina Baker''s best yet'' - JANICE HALLETT''An irresistible read'' - LESLEY KARAEveryone brings their secrets to the island...On the beautiful island of Tresco, two worlds live side by side: the wealthy visitors in their lavish time-share properties, and the estate staff working all hours to keep the money flowing in. But while the island may seem a wild paradise, under the surface the inhabitants are concealing more than they dare reveal. The truths about their marriages, their love affairs, and what they do under the cover of darkness.As black clouds come rolling in and a storm hits the island, truths and rumours begin to tumble out, wreaking terrible damage. In the midst of the tempest, two women are attacked and one goes missing. The secrets of this fragile community can no longer be hidden if it hopes to survive. The islanders must finally reveal what they did in the storm, no matter the cost...From the #1 bestselling author of Call Me Mummy comes a dark and luscious thriller, perfect for readers of Harriet Tyce, Amanda Jennings and Louise Candlish.

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Paris, 1789. As the shadow of the guillotine falls over a nation at war with itself, three very different women find themselves caught up in the storm of revolution... In France under the last Bourbon king, the extravagance grows more outrageous and the unrest of the poor more dangerous. Into this ferment are swept the innocent English Sophie Luttrell, visiting France for the first time; the French aristocrat Héloise de Guinot, who hates the man her parents have arranged for her to marry; and Marie-Victoire, the loyal maid who finds herself immersed in revolutionary politics. They are the daughters of the storm which is sweeping over France - and over the world. Three women whose lives will be forever marked by this turning point in history and whose passionate struggle for love, liberty - and for life - will have unexpected consequences.

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''A truly epic finale to one of the best trilogies of recent years'' KIRAN MILLWOOD-HARGRAVE''Magical in every way'' EOIN COLFER, author of Artemis FowlFionn Boyle, Storm Keeper of Arranmore, is facing the fight of his life.The terrifying all-powerful sorceress Morrigan has been raised from the dead and has sealed off the island from all help. Fionn is the only thing that stands between her and a dark future.He’s got to find a way to defeat her.But there are some terrible choices in store for Fionn as the dark sorcerer begins to take his nearest and dearest for her own. With only two candles left to burn, will Fionn master his powers in time to stop her?_____________________The highly-anticipated epic finale to the bestselling Storm Keeper trilogy is everything fans could have dreamed of...

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A man’s past condemned him. But who delivered the sentence? Clive Palmer’s dark history followed him long after his release from prison. A disgraced history teacher, he sought refuge in a quiet Wiltshire village, hoping to leave his mistakes behind. Ten months later, he was found stabbed and mutilated—a crime as chilling as the secrets he tried to escape. Detective Gus Freeman and his Crime Review Team specialise in uncovering long-buried truths, but Palmer’s murder is unlike anything they’ve faced before. As they delve into his tainted past, they unravel a web of grudges, betrayals and unanswered questions. Each discovery brings them closer to a truth more unsettling than the crime itself. Did Clive Palmer’s past seal his fate, or is his murder hiding an even darker story? Tame the Storm is a gripping cold-case thriller that explores the blurred lines between justice, vengeance, and redemption.                                        Praise for Tame the Storm: ? ? ? ? ? Well written with engaging backstories ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The raw, relatable call-to-arms memoir, breaking the silence on postnatal depression - from the bestselling author of Animals and Adults ''I am so grateful for this beautiful, honest book. It has helped me immeasurably'' Pandora Sykes ''I loved this book'' Clover Stroud ''Totally relatable ... had me laughing and crying in equal measures'' Christie Watson ''Dazzling'' The iAn Unmissable Memoir, StylistA Hot Summer Book, Refinery29Six months after the birth of her son, Emma Jane Unsworth finds herself in the eye of a storm. Nothing - from pregnancy to birth and beyond - has gone as she expected. A birth plan? It might as well have been a rough draft! Furious and exhausted, her life is the complete opposite of what it used to be. She''s swapped all night benders for grazed labia and Whac-a-Moling haemorrhoids. How did she end up here? In this brave, vital account of postnatal depression, Emma tells her story of despair and recovery. She tackles the biggest taboos around motherhood and mental health, from botched stitches and bleeding nipples to anger and shame. How does pregnancy adapt our brains? Is postnatal depression a natural reaction to the trauma of modern motherhood? And are people''s attitudes finally ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The raw, relatable call-to-arms memoir, breaking the silence on postnatal depression - from the bestselling author of Animals and AdultsAn Unmissable Memoir for Summer, StylistA Hot Summer Book, Refinery29''I am so grateful for this beautiful, honest book. It has helped me immeasurably'' Pandora Sykes''I loved it'' Amy LiptrotSix months after the birth of her son, Emma Jane Unsworth finds herself in the eye of a storm. Nothing - from pregnancy to birth and beyond - has gone as she expected. She''s swapped all night benders for grazed labia and Whac-a-Moling haemorrhoids. How did she end up here? In this brave, vital account of postnatal depression, Emma tells her story of despair and recovery. She tackles the biggest taboos around motherhood and mental health, from botched stitches and bleeding nipples to anger and shame. How does pregnancy adapt our brains? Is postnatal depression a natural reaction to the trauma of modern motherhood? And are people''s attitudes finally changing? After the Storm is a celebration of survival, holding out a hand to women everywhere.''Hilarious, heart-breaking and wise'' Leah Hazard, midwife and author

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‘In the darkest part of my life, in the middle of the mess and suffering, Jesus was there, holding my hand and giving me the strength I needed to simply stand in the storm’ In 2016, Matt McChlery and his wife experienced the loss of an unborn child and the discovery that he had life-threatening cancer – Stage Four non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Confronted by such darkness and a brutal treatment programme, Matt found himself wrestling with faith and the God he thought he knew. Grounded, honest and vulnerable, this deeply personal book shares how Jesus was the rock that held fast throughout, and how, on the other side of the storm, His hope shone more brightly than ever. Find the comfort, hope and inspiration you need to keep standing in the storm, whatever you face.

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Dr. Tom Medlar’s sailboat, the Harmony, is his pride and joy, and the focus of more lavish and meticulous care than he affords to either his career or his marriage. But then one day Tom takes his wife, Audrey, and their friends, Flick and Dottie Hamden, out for a pleasure cruise and into the unexpected path of a hurricane. As the deadly storm rages around them, the fault lines in the friendships and marriages begin to crack, and John Hersey’s riveting adventure story rapidly becomes something deeper and more unsettling. Widely praised on its initial publication in 1967, Under the Eye of the Storm remains a masterpiece of psychological fiction from one of the most accomplished authors of the twentieth century.

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Reality Bites—and it has Big TeethBecoming a global celebrity overnight would make most people happy. Not Lynn Raven. As a teenage gaming prodigy, she’s enjoyed years of anonymity behind the virtual mask of Larry Coughlin, war-hardened vet and virtual gaming mercenary. But now Lynn has stepped out of the shadows to compete in the cutting-edge augmented reality game TransDimensional Hunter that has taken the world by storm. And she’s winning. But with success has come swarms of paparazzi drones, jealous teammates, and a backstabbing rival team that will use any trick in the book to ruin her. Then there’s the game itself. At times, the “augmented” reality seems too real for Lynn’s comfort, and strange accidents keep happening. Something is going on; she just has to figure out what. Lynn would much rather fight monsters than do paparazzi interviews, but somehow she’ll have to master both—and pass her senior year to boot. She managed to step into the real, but will the storm of reality now defeat her for good?

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The storm that''s raging when fisherman''s daughter Daisy Appleby is born in a village just north of Sunderland could be taken as a warning of a turbulent life ahead. It''s during another storm fifteen years later that her father and brothers are lost and Daisy rescues William, heir of a wealthy Southwick family, with whom she falls in love. Soon, as her reward for saving him, Daisy is working for William''s irascible aunt, while local lad Alf continues to court her. Warned off by Daisy''s grandmother, William denies his own feelings and so it will be many years later, after much hardship and turmoil, that Daisy finds the happiness she deserves, amidst the drama of the Great War.

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The second in a magical illustrated new young fiction series for children aged 7-9 from best-selling author and illustrator, Laura Ellen Anderson!Marnie Midnight is a little moth with BIG dreams!Marnie is having so much fun at Minibeast Academy, a school for bugs tucked into a giant tree at the bottom of the museum gardens. And this term it''s time for something really exciting – the Great Critter Contest!The contest sees minibug students set off to explore the school in teams, searching for clues. The winners get an incredible prize and Marnie and her team – best friends Floyd the bee (who is really an A) and Star the super-strong princess ant – are determined to be first to cross the finish line. But when Veronica gets into trouble and needs rescuing, Marnie and her team have to decide whether winning really is the most important thing …

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