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The Young Elites - Marie Lu

I am tired of being used, hurt, and cast aside.Adelina Amouteru is a survivor of the blood fever. A decade ago, the deadly illness swept through her nation. Most of the infected perished, while many of the children who survived were left with strange markings. Adelina''s black hair turned silver, her lashes went pale, and now she has only a jagged scar where her left eye once was. Her cruel father believes she is a malfetto, an abomination, ruining their family''s good name and standing in the way of their fortune. But some of the fever''s survivors are rumored to possess more than just scars-they are believed to have mysterious and powerful gifts, and though their identities remain secret, they have come to be called the Young Elites.Teren Santoro works for the king. As Leader of the Inquisition Axis, it is his job to seek out the Young Elites, to destroy them before they destroy the nation. He believes the Young Elites to be dangerous and vengeful, but it''s Teren who may possess the darkest secret of all.Enzo Valenciano is a member of the Dagger Society. This secret sect of Young Elites seeks out others like them before the Inquisition ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Midnight Star (The Young Elites book 3) - Marie Lu

The thrilling finale to the New York Times bestselling Young Elites series from Marie Lu. There was once a time when darkness shrouded the world, and the darkness had a queen. Adelina Amouteru is done suffering. She''s turned her back on those who have betrayed her and achieved the ultimate revenge: victory. Her reign as the White Wolf has been a triumphant one, but the darkness within her has begun to spiral out of control, threatening to destroy everything. When a new danger appears, Adelina must join the Daggers on a perilous quest in order to save herself and preserve her empire. But this uneasy alliance may prove to be the real danger . . .

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The Rose Society (The Young Elites book 2) - Marie Lu

Adelina Amouteru''s heart is set on revenge. Now known and feared as the White Wolf, she and her sister flee Kenettra to find other Young Elites in the hopes of building her own army. Her goal: to strike down the Inquisition Axis, the white-cloaked soldiers who nearly killed her.But Adelina is no heroine. Teren Santoro, leader of the Inquisition, wants her dead. And her former friends at the Dagger Society want to stop her thirst for vengeance. Adelina struggles to cling to the good within her. But how can someone be good, when her very existence depends on darkness?

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Legend: the Graphic Novel - Marie Lu

Born into an elite family in one of the Republic''s wealthiest districts, fifteen-year-old June is a military prodigy. Born into the slums of the Republic’s Lake Sector, fifteen-year-old Day is the country’s most wanted criminal. But his motives are not as sinister as they often they seem. One day June’s brother is murdered and Day becomes the prime suspect. Now, Day is in a race for his family’s survival, while June tries desperately to avenge her brother’s death. And the two uncover the truth of what has really brought them together and the lengths their country will go to in order to keep its secrets.

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The Young Elites (0147511682)

Kniha - autor Marie Lu, 384 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná

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Young ELIi Readers 2/A1: PB3 and the Jacket with Audio CD - Jane Cadwallader

The ELI New Readers present themselves as narrative texts of great literary prominence with a strong identity, whether they are classics, adapted or whole, or originals. The different sections which complement the text (notes about the author, analyses, activities…) aim to enrich reading and facilitate understanding and language learning, without diminishing the pleasure of reading. The readers are divided into three series Young Eli Readers, Teen Eli Readers and Young Adult ELI Readers, according to the age of the readers and their language level, are in line with the indications set out in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises.

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Young ELI Readers 4/A2: Harry and The Egyptian Tomb + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

Harry and the Egyptian Tomb + CD audioAbout the series: The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experienceStages:-Stage 1 (100 headwords) below A1-Stage 2 (200 headwords) A1 Starters-Stage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 Movers-Stage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout Harry and the Egyptian Tomb + CD audio:Stage 4: A2 FlyersPlot:Two police officers, Harry and Emma, are sent to investigate an ancient Egyptian tomb where stolen gold is hidden. Harry is not happy and his mood gets worse whe he finds out that a young girl is going to be their guide. However, Harry and Emma go into the tomb of ancient Egyptian queen Nefertari, led by Chione. What dangers will they meet? And what will they find inside?The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, keeps the vocabulary ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 3/A1.1: The Canterville Ghost + Downloadable Multimedia - Oscar Wilde

The Canterville ghost + CD audioAbout the series: The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experienceStages:-Stage 1 (100 headwords) below A1-Stage 2 (200 headwords) A1 Starters-Stage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 Movers-Stage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout The Canterville ghost + CD audio :Stage 3: A1.1 MoversPlot:This is a story of life and death and love... of a ghost trapped in the present because of the bad thing he did in the past and how a young girl helps him to move on.The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, keeps the vocabulary the student needs within sight at all times. Fun cut out bookmarks personalize the book. Reading, speaking, writing and listening skills are fully practised and developed through exercises specifically designed for each skill. The text, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 4/A2: Harry and The Crown + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

Harry and the Crown + CD audioAbout the series:The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experience.Stages:Stage 1 (100 headwords) Below A1Stage 2 (200 headwords) A1 StartersStage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 MoversStage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout Harry and the Crown + CD audio:Stage 4: A2 FlyersIn this amusing story Harry, the reluctant hero, braves robbers and ghosts and armour to triumph in the end (by accident!). Two detectives, Harry and Emma are sent to the castle to lie in wait for some robbers. The enthusiastic Emma persuades Harry to put on some armour as a disguise. The night is long and events take an unexpected turn. Harry’smood turns from reluctant to bored to horrifi ed! How will the night end?The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 4/A2: Harry and The Electrical Problem + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

Harry and an Electrical Problem + CD audioAbout the series:The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experience.Stages:Stage 1 (100 headwords) Below A1Stage 2 (200 headwords) A1 StartersStage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 MoversStage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout Harry and an Electrical Problem + CD audio:Stage 4: A2 FlyersIn this detective story our reluctant hero Harry has to try to solve some break-ins at the police station. Who is breaking into the police station? And why? Harry and his detective friends go on an adventure to discover the dark secret of a famous magician, but they get too close! Will Harry be able to rescue his friends? Will he be able to solve the puzzle?The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, keeps the vocabulary the student needs ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 4/A2: Harry and The Sports Competition + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

Harry and the Sport's Competition + CD audioAbout the series:The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experience.Stages:Stage 1 (100 headwords) Below A1 StartersStage 2 (200 headwords) A1 Starters/MoversStage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 MoversStage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout Harry and the Sport's Competition + CD audio:Stage 4: A2 FlyersHarry is the very last person to volunteer for a sport competition! In this story our reluctant hero braves golf and volleyball to come out tops (to everyone's surprise!). Harry and his three friends are selected to take part in the Police Sport Competition. They arrive at the luxury hotel by the sea where thecompetition is to take place. Everything seems normal... but something strange is going on at the hotel... The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 4/A2: The Jungle Book + Downloadable Multimedia - Rudyard Kipling

The Jungle Book + CD audioAbout the series:The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experience.Stages:Stage 1 (100 headwords) Below A1Stage 2 (200 headwords) A1 StartersStage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 MoversStage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout The Jungle Book + CD audio:Stage 4: A2 FlyersThis is the real story of the Jungle Book. It is not a funny film for children. People and animals die. And one child kills the great tiger and changes the laws of the jungle.The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, keeps the vocabulary the student needs within sight at all times. Fun cut out bookmarks personalize the book. Reading, speaking, writing and listening skills are fully practised and developed through exercises specifically designed for each skill. The text, either whole or partial, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 1/A1: Granny Fixit and The Ball + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

Granny Fixit and the Ball + CD audioAbout the series:The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experience.Stages:Stage 1 (100 headwords) Below A1Stage 2 (200 headwords) A1 StartersStage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 MoversStage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout Granny Fixit and the Ball + CD audio:Stage 1: Below A1A hilarious adventure with Granny Fixit, a magic bag and a ball. This is a story about Granny Fixit and a boy who loseshis ball. There’s a skateboard chase through the town when a dog, a cat and then a squirrel take the ball. Can GrannyFixit get the ball back for the boy?The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, keeps the vocabulary the student needs within sight at all times. Fun cut out bookmarks personalize the book. Reading, speaking, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 1/A1: Granny Fixit and The Yellow String + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

Granny Fixit and the yellow string + CD audioAbout the series:The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experience.Stages:Stage 1 (100 headwords) Below A1 StartersStage 2 (200 headwords) A1 Starters/MoversStage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 MoversStage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout Granny Fixit and the yellow string + CD audio:Stage 1: Below A1 StartersAnn is always losing her things and her teacher is angry. But help is on the way! Granny Fixit and her piece of yellow string solve all her problems... or do they?The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, keeps the vocabulary the student needs within sight at all times. Fun cut out bookmarks personalize the book. Reading, speaking, writing and listening skills are fully practised and developed through exercises specifically designed for each skill. The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 2/A1: PB3 and The Helping Hands + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

About the series: The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experienceStages:Stage 1 (100 headwords) below A1Stage 2 (200 headwords) A1 StartersStage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 MoversStage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersPB3 and Robin are happily doing their Earth homework. Little do they suspect that evil OOs are chasing them! It looks like the end for our ET friends but... a band of Earth children come to the rescue. Will they be able to save them?The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, keeps the vocabulary the student needs within sight at all times. Fun cut out bookmarks personalize the book. Reading, speaking, writing and listening skills are fully practised and developed through exercises specifically designed for each skill. The text, either whole or partial, is narrated by ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 1/A1: Granny Fixit and The Pirate + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

Granny Fixit and the Pirate + CD audioAbout the series:The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experience.Stages:Stage 1 (100 headwords) Below A1Stage 2 (200 headwords) A1 StartersStage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 MoversStage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout Granny Fixit and the Pirate + CD audio:Stage 1: Below A1An action story about Granny Fixit, a sad pirate and a crowd of multi-coloured parrots. When Jill and Ahmed find themselves by magic on a pirate ship they meet sad Pirate Bill. He has no pirate hat, treasure or parrot! But with Granny Fixit around no one stays sad for long!The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, keeps the vocabulary the student needs within sight at all times. Fun cut out bookmarks personalize the book. Reading, speaking, writing and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Kingdom of Back - Marie Lu

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu comes a historical YA fantasy about a musical prodigy and the dangerous lengths she''ll go to make history remember her. Now in paperback.Two siblings. Two brilliant talents. But only one Mozart. Born with a gift for music, Nannerl Mozart has just one wish--to be remembered forever. But even as she delights audiences with her masterful playing, she has little hope she''ll ever become the acclaimed composer she longs to be. She is a young woman in 18th century Europe, and that means composing is forbidden to her. She will perform only until she reaches a marriageable age--her tyrannical father has made that much clear.And as Nannerl''s hope grows dimmer with each passing year, the talents of her beloved younger brother, Wolfgang, only seem to shine brighter. His brilliance begins to eclipse her own, until one day a mysterious stranger from a magical land appears with an irresistible offer. He has the power to make her wish come true--but his help may cost her everything.In her first work of historical fiction, #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu spins a lush, lyrically-told story of music, magic, and the unbreakable bond between ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Red City - Marie Lu

The Godfather meets The Magicians in the sweeping adult debut from No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu. Perfect for fans of V. E. Schwab, Red City is a dark and deadly contemporary fantasy of magical warfare, star-crossed ambition, and the pursuit of perfection at any cost, set in a glittering alternate Los Angeles.Alchemy is the hidden art of transformation. An exclusive power wielded by crime syndicates that market it to the world’s elites in the form of sand, a drug that enhances those who take it into a more perfect version of themselves: more beautiful, more charismatic, simply more.Among the gleaming skyscrapers and rolling foothills of Angel City, alchemy is controlled by two rival syndicates. For years, Grand Central and Lumines have been balanced on a razor’s edge between polite negotiation and outright violence. But when two childhood friends step into that delicate equation, the city – and the paths of their lives – will be irrevocably transformed.The daughter of a poor single mother, Sam would do anything to claw her way into the ranks of Grand Central in search of a better life. Plucked away from his family as a boy to become a Lumines apprentice, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 1/A1: Sophie´s Dream + Downloadable Multimedia - Dominique Guillemant

Sophie's Dream + CD audioAbout the series:The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they have already studied or which are commensurate with their level, making reading an achievable, enjoyable and stimulating experience.Stages:Stage 1 (100 headwords) Below A1Stage 2 (200 headwords) A1 StartersStage 3 (300 headwords) A1.1 MoversStage 4 (400 headwords) A2 FlyersAbout Sophie's Dream + CD audio:Stage 1: Below A1Sophie is asleep in her bed and she is having a lovely dream. She is dreaming about a day at the circus. What would happen if during the night elephants and lions, musicians and entertainers, clowns and ballet dancers came in your little room? The never ending and fascinating show of the circus seen from the eyes of a curious child in a very poetic tale accompanied by artistic illustrations.The book contains five pages of exercises for revision at the end. An illustrated dictionary, placed on the inside of the cover, keeps the vocabulary the student needs within sight at ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Warcross - Marie Lu

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu - when a game called Warcross takes the world by storm, one girl hacks her way into its dangerous depths.For the millions who log in every day, Warcross isn't just a game - it's a way of life. Struggling to make ends meet, teenage hacker Emika Chen works as a bounty hunter, tracking down players who bet on the game illegally.When Emika hacks into the game illegally, she's convinced she'll be arrested, and is shocked when she gets a call from the game's creator, the elusive young billionaire Hideo Tanaka, with an irresistible offer. He needs a spy on the inside of this year's tournament in order to uncover a security problem . . . and he wants Emika for the job.In this sci-fi thriller, #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu conjures an immersive, exhilarating world where choosing who to trust may be the biggest gamble of all.

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Batman: Nightwalker - Marie Lu

This action-packed graphic novel based on the New York Times bestselling novel by Marie Lu transports readers to the shadowy gates of Arkham Asylum, where Gotham City''s darkest mysteries reside...and now it threatens to imprison young Bruce Wayne.This action-packed graphic novel based on the New York Times bestselling book by Marie Lu transports readers to the shadowy gates of Arkham Asylum, where Gotham City''s darkest mysteries reside...and which now threatens to imprison Bruce Wayne.A ruthless new gang of criminals known only as Nightwalkers is terrorizing Gotham and the city''s elite are being taken out one by one. On the way home from his 18th birthday party, newly minted billionaire Bruce Wayne makes an impulsive choice that puts him in their crosshairs and lands him in Arkham Asylum, the once-infamous mental hospital. There he meets Madeleine Wallace, a brilliant killer...and Bruce''s only hope. Madeleine is the mystery Bruce must unravel, but is he convincing her to divulge her secrets or is he feeding her the information she needs to bring Gotham City to its knees? Adapted by Stuart Moore and illustrated by Chris Wildgoose, this graphic novel presents a thrilling new take on Batman before he donned the cape and cowl.

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Deep Learning with PyTorch - Eli Stevens, Luca Antiga

Every other day we hear about new ways to put deep learning to good use: improved medical imaging, accurate credit card fraud detection, long range weather forecasting, and more. PyTorch puts these superpowers in your hands, providing a comfortable Python experience that gets you started quickly and then grows with you as you, and your deep learning skills, become more sophisticated. Deep Learning with PyTorch teaches you how to implement deep learning algorithms with Python and PyTorch. This book takes you into a fascinating case study: building an algorithm capable of detecting malignant lung tumors using CT scans. As the authors guide you through this real example, you''ll discover just how effective and fun PyTorch can be. Key features • Using the PyTorch tensor API • Understanding automatic differentiation in PyTorch • Training deep neural networks • Monitoring training and visualizing results • Interoperability with NumPy Audience Written for developers with some knowledge of Python as well as basic linear algebra skills. Some understanding of deep learning will be helpful, however no experience with PyTorch or other deep learning frameworks is required. About the technology PyTorch is a machine learning framework with a strong focus on deep neural networks. Because ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young ELI Readers 3/A1.1: Uncle Jack and The Bakonzi Tree + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

‘In the deep green forest what can you see? Ants and snakes and spiders and monkeys up a tree! In the deep green forest what can you do? Take photos. Climb up and swing from trees too!’A nail biting adventure in the Rwandan rainforest with Uncle Jack, Jim, Daisy and May (and of course Grumpy the dog!). Can they save the life of King Kambogo?You will learn something about the Nyungwe Forest in this exciting adventure where Uncle Jack and the others fly off to Africa to look for a cure for King Kambogo. They don’t realise but there are some bad men who don’t want them to find the cure!

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Young ELI Readers 2/A1: PB3 and Coco The Clown + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

How PB3 and Robin help to save a life and a love!PB3 and his robot are excited to find themselves in a circus! Elephants and jugglers and an acrobat and a clown! They go with Sally to have tea in Coco the clown.s motorhome, visit the circus school and finally the big top. Little did they suspect that the excitement is just about to begin!Topics:CircusFamily- Games and language activities- An audio recording of the story and the song- A picture dictionaryVocabulary areas:Family, time and meals, the body and face, clothes, coloursGrammar and structures:Present simple, Present progressiveVerb + infinitiveInfinitive of purposeThere is / There arePrepositions of place and movementPossessive adjectivesDescriptive adjectivesQuestion words: Who? / What? / Why? / Where?

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Young ELI Readers 3/A1.1: Uncle Jack and The Emperor Penguins + Downloadable Multimedia - Jane Cadwallader

‘Here are the Emperor Penguins as happy as can be. They’re off to lay their eggs in a place far from the sea. They stay here all the winter as cold as cold can be. Until their babies hatch in a place far from the sea.’Come on an Antarctic adventure! Some Emperor Penguins cannot get to the place where they go every year to lay their eggs. Will Uncle Jack be able to help them?In this hilarious story you will learn something about the habits of the Emperor Penguins and follow Uncle Jack and the others in their race against time to help the penguins to the place where they lay their eggs.

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Young ELI Readers 2/A1: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz+CD - Lyman Frank Baum

Can you imagine being whooshed away by the wind to a magic land of witches and strange characters? Have you ever met Munchkins or Winkies or monkeys with wings and an all powerful wizard? This is the story of how Dorothy made some wonderful friends in a magic land and how she tried to get back home to Kansas. Did she manage? You’ll have to read the story to fi nd out! Tags Friendship | Fantasy | Courage and persistence In this Reader you will find: Games and language activities | An audio recording of the story | A picture dictionary Syllabus Vocabulary areas Colours, clothes, parts of the body, directions Grammar and structures Present simple, Verb + infi nitive, Must and have to for obligation, Determiners: some - any, Adjectives of description and feeling, Prepositions of place

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Legend - Marie Lu

Legend is the much-anticipated dystopian thriller debut from US author, Marie Lu.THE must-read dystopian thriller fiction for all teen fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Divergent by Veronica Roth. A brilliant re-imagining of Les Miserables, the series is set to be a global film sensation as CBS films have acquired rights to the trilogy. The Twilight Saga producers, Marty Bowen and Wyck Godfrey, will produce.Los Angeles, CaliforniaRepublic of AmericaHe is Day.The boy who walks in the light.She is June.The girl who seeks her brother's killer.On the run and undercover, they meet by chance. Irresistably drawn together, neither knows the other's past.But Day murdered June's brother.And she has sworn to avenge his death.Dystopian fiction at its very best in this thrilling instalment in the Legend trilogy.

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Champion - Marie Lu

He is a Legend. She is a Prodigy. Who will be Champion? June and Day have sacrificed so much for the people of the Republic - and each other - and now their country is on the brink of a new peaceful existence.June is back in the good graces of the Republic, working within the government's elite circles while Day has been assigned a high level military position. But when a plague outbreak, deadlier than any other, causes panic in the Colonies, and war threatens the Republic's border cities, the two are thrown back together. June is the only one who knows the key to her country's defence.But saving the lives of thousands will mean asking the one she loves to give up everything he has. With heart-pounding action and suspense, Marie Lu's bestselling trilogy, a brilliant re-imaginging of Les Miserables, draws to a stunning conclusion.

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Batman: Nightwalker (DC Icons series) - Marie Lu

The highly anticipated coming-of-age story for the world''s greatest super hero: BATMAN by the # 1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu.Returning home from his lavish eighteenth birthday party, Bruce Wayne stops a criminal''s getaway - disobeying the police and crashing his car during the chase. Sentenced to community service in Gotham City''s Arkham Asylum, he encounters some of the the city''s most dangerous and mentally disturbed criminals. Among these, Bruce meets the intriguing Madeleine who has ties to the Nightwalker gang that is terrorizing Gotham City.She''s a mystery Bruce has to unravel but can he trust her? The Nightwalkers target the rich, and Bruce''s name is next on their list.

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Rebel - Marie Lu

*The book you''ve all been waiting for - the incredible conclusion to the Legend series*Respect the Legend. Idolize the Prodigy. Celebrate the Champion . . . But never underestimate the Rebel.Eden Wing may be a top student at his academy in Ross City, Antarctica, but most people still know him only as Daniel Wing''s little brother.A decade ago, Daniel was known as Day, the boy from the streets who led a revolution that saved the Republic of America. But these days, he''s all to ready to leave his past behind.As the two brothers struggle to accept who they''ve each become, a new danger creeps into the distance that''s grown between them, and Eden soon finds himself drawn so far into Ross City''s dark side, even his legendary brother can''t save him.At least, not on his own . . .With unmatched suspense and her signature cinematic storytelling, #1 New York Times-bestselling author Marie Lu plunges readers back into the unforgettable world of Legend for a truly grand finale.

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Eli and the Uncles - Jehan Madhani

Celebrate the generous love of extended families – and beards of all shapes and sizes! – in this playful and funny love letter to uncles and positive male role models."The book''s unmistakable message about the many things that men (and boys) can and should be proud of being: playful, pretty, and powerful, all at once." Booklist (starred review) This highly original picture book for bedtime celebrates those less-immediate family members who children may not live with, but who always show up and give their time, energy and love. Young Eli gets to spend a whole day with his eight adoring uncles – each with a different personality and unique, enviable beard! With lively words from an Emmy-nominated TV writer and bright, imaginative pictures from an award-winning illustrator, join Eli as he says his goodnights one by one after a busy day of treasured time together. "A fun book to share with little ones. The illustrations and positive male role models are especially commendable." Inclusive Books for Children

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Red City - Marie Lu

The Godfather meets The Magicians by Lev Grossman in the sweeping adult debut from bestselling author Marie Lu. Perfect for fans of V. E. Schwab, Red City is a dark and deadly contemporary fantasy of magical warfare, star--crossed ambition and the pursuit of perfection at any cost.

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Icon and Inferno - Marie Lu

Spies meet romance meet popstars in this thrilling follow up to Stars and Smoke by bestselling author Marie Lu. A year has passed since superstar Winter and secret agent Sydney Cossette went undercover - on a dangerous mission to bring down the baddest man in London. Winter hasn't stopped thinking about Sydney since, and she's been trying not to think about himFamily secrets and nasty newspapers has Winter desperate to re-enter the secret world.And it's not long before he gets his chance. Sydney is back, and this time the mission goes right to the heart of the United States of America. A rescue gone wrong, an assassination attempt - and the return of an old flame - puts Winter right back into the action .. . and into a country on the brink of chaos.And when a murder accusation has Sydney on the run, suddenly it's not just a life at stake, but all-out war.

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The Science and Technology of Marie Curie - Julie Knutson

Finalist for the 2021 AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books in the Hands-on Science Book category!Science"Knutson’s book brims with sidebars on topics ranging from the structure of the atom to the bicycling craze of the 1890s."School Library Connection“Every STEM teacher and school librarian should absolutely add this title to their collections.”A science biography that delves into the world of Marie Curie, a person who revolutionized the way we perceive the universe while getting the world to question gender roles and social norms. Follow in her footsteps with hands-on STEM activities!In The Science and Technology of Marie Curie, readers ages 9 through 12 explore Curie’s groundbreaking scientific research in physics and chemistry and discover how her work forced people to rethink the very structure of the surrounding world and the role of women within it. Her commitment to understanding things the human eye can’t even see led to the discovery of two new elements—polonium and radium—and to the birth of a new field of research around radioactivity. In the process, she became the first woman to earn a Nobel Prize and the only person ever to win two Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields, all as she reset ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Eli and the Uncles - Jehan Madhani

Celebrate the generous love of extended families – and beards of all shapes and sizes! – in this playful and funny love letter to uncles and positive male role models. "The book's unmistakable message about the many things that men (and boys) can and should be proud of being: playful, pretty, and powerful, all at once." Booklist (starred review)This highly original picture book for bedtime celebrates those less-immediate family members who kids may not live with, but who always show up and give their time, energy and love. Young Eli gets to spend a whole day with his eight adoring uncles – each with a different personality and unique, enviable beard! With lively text from an Emmy-nominated TV writer and bright, imaginative pictures from an award-winning illustrator, join Eli as he says his goodnights one by one after a busy day of treasured time together. "A fun book to share with little ones. The illustrations and positive male role models are especially commendable." Inclusive Books for Children

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The Elements of Marie Curie - Dava Sobel

Dava Sobel, acclaimed and bestselling author of Longitude, chronicles the life and work of the most famous woman in the history of science – and the untold story of the young women who trained in her laboratory.‘A fresh and feminist study of the pioneering Nobel laureate reveals her impact on the women she mentored and set on the path to prominence’ Observer‘It is a novel lens through which to view Curie’s story, and Sobel paints her tale with characteristic deftness and eloquence’ Financial TimesFor decades Marie Curie was the only woman in the room at international scientific gatherings, and despite constant illness she travelled far and wide to share the secrets of radioactivity, a term she coined. She is still the only person to win a Nobel Prize in two scientific fields.Her ingenuity extended far beyond the laboratory walls; grieving the death of her husband, Pierre, she took his place as professor of physics at the Sorbonne, devotedly raised two daughters, drove a van she outfitted with x-ray equipment to the front lines of World War I, befriended Albert Einstein and inspired generations of young women to pursue science as a way of life.Approaching Marie Curie from a unique angle, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Island Getaway - Lucy Diamond

Get some sun this month with The Island Getaway by Lucy Diamond ☀️''A slice of escapism ... temptingly conjured up'' THE TIMES''The perfect holiday read, it''s impossible to put down'' WOMAN''S WEEKLYThe dream holiday just got complicated . . .On the sun-drenched island of Kefalonia, the new arrivals at The Ionian Escape hotel are hoping for a break from everyday life. But some of them are bringing a lot of baggage . . .Disgraced TV star Miranda Vallance feels like the worst person in the world. Her sister won''t speak to her and her job''s on the line. She''s desperate to put things right, but how?Eighty-two-year-old Evelyn Chambers has come to fulfil a promise to the love of her life. If she can steel herself to go through with it, that is . . .And when celebrity chef Frank Neale checks in, rumours swirl around the hotel. But is it his wife, Leonora, who has more of a reason to escape to Greece?The Island Getaway is a big-hearted novel from the queen of bestselling fiction, celebrating second chances, true love and the life-affirming joy of unlikely friendships.''Intricate, colourful, beautifully told . . . Lucy Diamond writes with such charm and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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On the Front Line - Marie Colvin

Veteran Sunday Times war correspondent, Marie Colvin was killed in February 2012 when covering the uprising in Syria.On the Front Line is an Orwell Special Prize winning journalism collection from veteran war correspondent Marie Colvin, who is the subject of the movie A Private War, starring Rosamund Pike and Jamie Dornan.Marie Colvin held a profound belief in the pursuit of truth, and the courage and humanity of her work was deeply admired. On the Front Line includes her various interviews with Yasser Arafat and Colonel Gadaffi; reports from East Timor in 1999 where she shamed the UN into protecting its refugees; accounts of her terrifying escape from the Russian army in Chechnya; and reports from the strongholds of the Sri Lankan Tamil Tigers where she was hit by shrapnel, leaving her blind in one eye.Typically, however, her new eye-patch only reinforced Colvin’s sense of humour and selfless conviction. She returned quickly to the front line, reporting on 9/11, Afghanistan, Iraq, Gaza and, lately, the Arab Spring.Immediate and compelling, On the Front Line is a street-view of the historic events that have shaped the last 25 years, from an award-winning foreign correspondent and the outstanding journalist of her generation.

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When You Come at the King - Elie Honig

"[A] deeply researched, keenly analytical, and frequently provocative chronicle of this singular judicial entity. . . . A senior legal analyst for CNN and former assistant U.S. attorney, Honig is well-suited to the task of providing a historical overview of the special counsel's function with the ever-evolving context of politics, partisanship and political skepticism." —Booklist (STARRED review)"A fascinating, fast-paced insider’s account....[a] riveting, deeply reported book.” —Anderson Cooper“Every page hums with gripping anecdotes and breaking news journalism." —Douglas BrinkleyImagine you’ve been put in charge of investigating your own boss—who also happens to be the most powerful person on the planet. You might unearth information that will be politically, professionally, and personally devastating to your subject, and you alone hold the power to indict and potentially imprison him. At the same time, the boss can fire you and end the case—and might even turn the tables and launch an inquiry aimed at you. As the lone-wolf assassin Omar put it in The Wire: “You come at the king, you best not miss.”That’s the crucible for any Special Counsel. For decades, the Department of Justice has appointed outside prosecutors to handle our highest-stakes cases. But do these independent investigations lead to just results?In ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Hollow Heart - Marie Rutkoski

''A doorway to a world of magic, vengeance and romance that will keep you guessing until the last pages'' Cassandra Clare, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Shadowhunter Chronicles Intrigue, romance, and magic abound in The Hollow Heart, the heart-stopping conclusion to Marie Rutkoski''s Forgotten Gods duology.Nirrim''s heart is lost, traded to the god of thieves in order to restore her people''s memories of their city''s history. Meanwhile, Sid, the person she once loved most, has returned to Herran to take up her duty to the crown.But frightening rumours are growing in the Herrani court: of a new threat rising across the sea, of magic unleashed upon the world, and of a cruel, black-haired queen who can push false memories into your mind, so that you believe your dearest friends to be your enemies.Sid doesn''t know that this queen is Nirrim, seeking revenge against a world that has wronged her. Can Sid save Nirrim from herself? And does Nirrim even want to be saved?As blood is shed and war begins, Sid and Nirrim find that it might not matter what they want . . . for the gods have their own plans.*** Praise for Marie Rutkoski ***''Lush, romantic, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Luminous Life of Lucy Landry - Anna Rose Johnson

Lucy, a spirited French-Ojibwe orphan, is sent to the stormy waters of Lake Superior to live with a mysterious family of lighthouse-keepers—and, she hopes, to find the legendary necklace her father spent his life seeking…Selena Lucy Landry (named for a ship, as every sailorÂ’s child should be) has been frightened of the water ever since she lost her father at sea. But with no one else to care for her, sheÂ’s sent to foster with the Martins—a large Anishinaabe family living on a lighthouse in the middle of stormy Lake Superior.  The Martin family is big, hard-working, and close, and Lucy—who has always been a dreamer—struggles to fit in. Can she go one day without ruining the laundry or forgetting the sweeping? Will she ever be less afraid of the lake?Although life at the lighthouse isnÂ’t what Lucy hoped for, it is beautiful—ships come and go, waves pound the rocks—and it has one major advantage: ItÂ’s near the site of a famous shipwreck, a shipwreck that went down with a treasure her father wanted more than anything. If Lucy can find that treasure—a priceless ruby necklace—wonÂ’t it be like having Papa back again, just a little bit? But someone ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Hollow Heart - Marie Rutkoski

''A doorway to a world of magic, vengeance and romance that will keep you guessing until the last pages'' Cassandra Clare, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Shadowhunter Chronicles Intrigue, romance, and magic abound in The Hollow Heart, the heart-stopping conclusion to Marie Rutkoski''s Forgotten Gods duology.Nirrim''s heart is lost, traded to the god of thieves in order to restore her people''s memories of their city''s history. Meanwhile, Sid, the person she once loved most, has returned to Herran to take up her duty to the crown.But frightening rumours are growing in the Herrani court: of a new threat rising across the sea, of magic unleashed upon the world, and of a cruel, black-haired queen who can push false memories into your mind, so that you believe your dearest friends to be your enemies.Sid doesn''t know that this queen is Nirrim, seeking revenge against a world that has wronged her. Can Sid save Nirrim from herself? And does Nirrim even want to be saved?As blood is shed and war begins, Sid and Nirrim find that it might not matter what they want . . . for the gods have their own plans.*** Praise for Marie Rutkoski ***''Lush, romantic, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Secrets of the Sprakkar - Eliza Reidová

THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER!A New York Times Book Review Editor''s Pick"Secrets of the Sprakkar is a fascinating window into what a more gender-equal world could look like, and why it''s worth striving for. Iceland is doing a lot to level the playing field: paid parental leave, affordable childcare, and broad support for gender equality as a core value. Reid takes us on an exploration not only around this fascinating island, but also through the triumphs and stumbles of a country as it journeys towards gender equality."-Hillary Rodham ClintonIceland is the best place on earth to be a woman-but why?For the past twelve years, the World Economic Forum''s Global Gender Gap Report has ranked Iceland number one on its list of countries closing the gap in equality between men and women. What is it about Iceland that makes many women''s experience there so positive? Why has their society made such meaningful progress in this ongoing battle, from electing the world''s first female president to passing legislation specifically designed to help even the playing field at work and at home? And how can we learn from what Icelanders have already discovered about women''s powerful place in society and how increased fairness benefits everyone?Eliza ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Lais of Marie De France - Marie France

Marie de France (fl. late twelfth century) is the earliest known French woman poet and her lais - stories in verse based on Breton tales of chivalry and romance - are among the finest of the genre. Recounting the trials and tribulations of lovers, the lais inhabit a powerfully realized world where very real human protagonists act out their lives against fairy-tale elements of magical beings, potions and beasts. De France takes a subtle and complex view of courtly love, whether telling the story of the knight who betrays his fairy mistress or describing the noblewoman who embroiders her sad tale on the shroud for a nightingale killed by a jealous and suspicious husband.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

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The Perimenopause Revolution - Mariza Snyder

Unlock the secrets to thriving through perimenopause and menopause with the host of the Energized podcast and best-selling author of The Essential Oils Hormone Solution.Are you feeling overwhelmed by unexplained brain fog and mood swings? Does it feel like you’re tired all the time and suffering from burnout? Do you wonder why you’re suddenly gaining weight and low on energy?We’re taught not to expect these changes until menopause, but the truth is we need to start preparing much earlier. Perimenopause, or the period when your ovaries start producing less hormones as your body transitions to menopause, is the most critical time for you to focus on your long-term health; and functional practitioner, hormone expert, and host of the Energized podcast Mariza Snyder, D.C., is here to help.In this road map to holistic healing, Dr. Mariza offers the wisdom you need to gracefully navigate your body’s progression through menopause. During a time when everything seems out of your control, she offers:A 30-day Midlife Reset Program that will show you how to optimize blood sugar and metabolism, lose stubborn weight, gain energy, and balance hormones Practical guidance on recognizing and managing common symptoms like fatigue, hot flashes, and anxiety—as well as when ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Baby Sleep Solution - Lucy Wolfe

''I started Lucy''s routine on Saturday night and even with a cold Theodore has been sleeping through all week. I actually can''t believe it! I feel like a new person. Thank you Lucy!'' Vogue Williams''If you''re a parent who needs a helping hand, and who wants a gentle approach that gets results, Lucy''s got your back.'' Natalie Millman, Deputy Editor, Mother and Baby Lucy Wolfe, a baby and child sleep expert, introduces the stay-and-support method for parents who want to help their babies sleep through the night.With sleep-shaping supports for newborns, top tips for toddlers, and advice for older children up to the age of six, Lucy''s approach provides a gentle and emotionally considerate way to get your little one to sleep - without leaving them alone to cry, ensuring they feel loved, safe and secure at all times.To date, this 98% effective method has helped over 4,000 parents, with most reporting improvements within the first seven days of introducing the recommendations.Now it''s your turn!The Baby Sleep Solution will help you:-Discover the issues that prevent your baby from sleeping through the night-Tailor your own personal routine to suit your child''s temperament-Deal with real-life disruptions such as balancing feeding and sleep, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Children of the World - Mario Marino

A joyful and poignant collection of photographs of children from around the world by internationally renowned and award-winning photographer Mario Marino. This homage to the future of humanity (and our planet) captures the laughter and joy of children, but also their insecurities and fears. The sense of trust between the subject and the photographer is evident, as if they had known each other for years.The photographs are imbued with this gift of trust, and of mutual respect, resulting in images that are moving, often humorous, and always eloquent. The internationally renowned and award-winning photographer Mario Marino has been travelling the world with his camera for several decades and has long been considered a luminary in the field of portrait photography. His previously published books of portrait photography from Africa and India have won several prizes."Empathy and instinct is key to my work. I try to read people's lives, the circumstances in which they live. I am fascinated by their cultural background and identity." - Mario MarinoText in English and German.

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When the Dust Settles - Lucy Easthope

*The new book from Lucy Easthope: Come What May: Life-Changing Lessons for Coping with Crisis is coming May 2025 - available to pre-order now!*THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER AND RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEKA TELEGRAPH AND NEW STATESMAN BOOK OF THE YEAR "Gripping... filled with compassion." Sunday Times"An antidote to despair" Daily Mirror"Enthralling" Observer"Exemplary" New StatesmanWhen a plane crashes, a bomb explodes, a city floods or a pandemic begins, Lucy Easthope''s phone starts to ring.Lucy is a world-leading authority on recovering from disaster. She holds governments to account, supports survivors and helps communities to rebuild. She has been at the centre of the most seismic events of the last few decades, advising on everything from the 2004 tsunami and the 7/7 bombings to the Grenfell fire and the war in Ukraine. Lucy''s job is to pick up the pieces and get us ready for what comes next.Lucy takes us behind the police tape to scenes of chaos, and into government briefing rooms where confusion can reign. She also looks back at the many losses and loves of her life and career, and tells us how we can all build back after disaster.When the Dust Settles lifts us up, showing that ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Scapegoat - Hughes-Hallett Lucy

*PLUTARCH AWARD FOR THE BEST BIOGRAPHY OF 2024**SHORTLISTED FOR THE DUFF COOPER PRIZE*‘SUBLIME’ A NEW STATESMAN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024‘STUNNINGLY GOOD’ THE TIMES BEST HISTORY BOOKS 2024‘COMPULSIVE’ A PROSPECT BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024‘BRILLIANT’ A SPECTATOR BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024From the winner of the Baillie Gifford Prize, an extraordinary story of the meteoric rise and fall of George Villiers, the first Duke of Buckingham. ‘A delicious, grippingly paced tale of rogues, riotous sex, regicide and realpolitik’INDEPENDENT BEST BOOKS FOR CHRISTMAS‘This is the page-turner that Buckingham’s short, racy life deserves’DAILY TELEGRAPH‘Vivid, erudite and sympathetic … The Scapegoat shows that [Hughes-Hallett’s] eye for the seamy realities of an extraordinary life is as sharp as ever’ THE TIMES‘Lord Buckingham rockets off the page of this gloriously epic, seductively detailed biography’ OLIVIA LAINGAs King James I’s favourite, Buckingham was also his confidant, gatekeeper, right-hand man and lover. When Charles I succeeded his father, he was similarly enthralled and made Buckingham his best friend and mentor. A dazzling figure on horseback and a skilful player of the political game, Buckingham rapidly transformed the influence his beauty gave him into immense wealth and power. He became one of the most flamboyant and enigmatic Englishmen ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Scapegoat - Hughes-Hallett Lucy

*PLUTARCH AWARD FOR THE BEST BIOGRAPHY OF 2024* *SHORTLISTED FOR THE DUFF COOPER PRIZE* ‘SUBLIME’ A NEW STATESMAN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 ‘STUNNINGLY GOOD’ THE TIMES BEST HISTORY BOOKS 2024 ‘COMPULSIVE’ A PROSPECT BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 ‘BRILLIANT’ A SPECTATOR BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 ‘A delicious, grippingly paced tale of rogues, riotous sex, regicide and realpolitik’INDEPENDENT BEST BOOKS FOR CHRISTMAS ‘This is the page-turner that Buckingham’s short, racy life deserves’DAILY TELEGRAPH ‘Vivid, erudite and sympathetic … The Scapegoat shows that [Hughes-Hallett’s] eye for the seamy realities of an extraordinary life is as sharp as ever’ THE TIMES ‘Lord Buckingham rockets off the page of this gloriously epic, seductively detailed biography’ OLIVIA LAING As King James I’s favourite, Buckingham was also his confidant, gatekeeper, right-hand man and lover. When Charles I succeeded his father, he was similarly enthralled and made Buckingham his best friend and mentor. A dazzling figure on horseback and a skilful player of the political game, Buckingham rapidly transformed the influence his beauty gave him into immense wealth and power. He became one of the most flamboyant and enigmatic Englishmen at the heart of seventeenth-century royal and political life. With a novelist’s touch, Lucy Hughes-Hallett ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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