Make Mevon Lee ChildSeptember 2015, Random House UK Ltd, Audio CD, Hörbuch, ISBN 1846574285, EAN 9781846574283BeschreibungWhen Jack Reacher makes an aimless stopover at a remote railroad stop, he finds a woman waiting for a missing private investigator, a cryptic note about 200 deaths, and a small town full of silent, watchful people. Fast-paced and nail-biting, this new Jack Reacher thriller is one of the most addictive yet. Fasten your seatbelt for another explosive ride from the master of the thriller genre.
Bücher >> Hörbücher
EAN: 9781846574283
The Great Gatsbyvon F. Scott FitzgeraldJuni 2012, Random House UK Ltd, Audio CD, Hörbuch, ISBN 1445847469, EAN 9781445847467BeschreibungSelf-made, self-invented millionaire Jay Gatsby embodies some of Fitzgerald's - and his country's - most abiding obsessions: money, ambition, greed and the promise of new beginnings. Gatsby is the man who has everything - but one thing will always be out of his reach...
Bücher >> Hörbücher
EAN: 9781445847467
Find out what´s behind your neighbors´s doors in this delightfully detailed celebration of city lifeAs a young girl climbs the seven stories to her own (very boring!) apartment, she imagines what´s behind each of the doors she passes. Does the door with all the locks belong to a family of thieves? Might the doorway with muddy footprints conceal a pet tiger? Each spread reveals - in lush detail - the wilds of the girl´s imagination, from a high-flying circus to an underwater world and everything in between. When the girl finally reaches her own apartment, she is greeted by her parents, who might have a secret even wilder than anything she could have imagined!´´This would be a great book to use as the focus for some imaginative projects about the families that might all live within a block of flats, or to use as a prompt for talking about diversity and inclusion.´´ BookTrustEinat Tsarfati is an Israeli author-illustrator who graduated from Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem. She is the illustrator
Join famous monster hunter Van Helsing on a globetrotting quest to find haunted castles, restless spirits, terrifying dragons, wicked witches, gremlins and lots more. Discover where each beasty has been spotted, what their super-scary characteristics are and, crucially, how to defeat them!If you believe that all you need to fight an evil bloodthirsty fiend is garlic or holy water, think again. What you need is to keep a cool head and reach for your copy of Atlas of Monsters and Ghosts !Have you heard of the headless man roaming Edinburgh Castle? Or the mysterious girl who asks for a ride to the cemetery and then disappears into the night? What about orcs, trolls, gremlins, krakens, bunyips and the Yara-Ma-Yha-Who?Join famous monster hunter Van Helsing on a trip around the globe to find haunted castles, restless spirits, terrifying dragons, wicked witches, and more. Learn the defining characteristics of each beast, where it can be found and ? most importantly ? how to defeat it.Organised by continent for easy
When a young child finds her great-great grandfather Wilhelm´s journal detailing his voyage across the Atlantic as an emigrant sailing from Bremerhaven, Germany to America in 1872, she is transported back in time.The journal entries capture young Wilhelm´s hopes of escaping poverty, the adventure and poignancy of leaving behind all that is familiar, the wonders of life on the open sea, the work of the sailors, the daily struggles of sleeping in steerage, sea sickness, insect infestations, and boredom, but also the children´s games and sense of community on board. And finally, the big day comes as the Columbia reaches the port of New York!Sidebar facts throughout offer insights about navigational tools, seamen´s knots, sea creatures, and more in this historical picture book about the great age of emigration and life aboard a sailing ship.Anke Bär studied Cultural Studies and Aesthetic Practice in Hildesheim, Germany. Through a project at the German Emigration Center in Bremerhaven she came into contact with th
The Amazing Book is Not on Firevon Dan HowellEnglisch, 224 Seiten, Oktober 2015, Random House UK Ltd, Gebundenes Buch, ISBN 1785031090, EAN 9781785031090BeschreibungA book of anecdotes, photos and helpful advice from YouTube vloggers Dan and Phil, whose joint gaming channel has almost a million subscribers. Individually, Dan also has 4.5 million subscribers and Phil 2.5 million. The pair are also BBC Radio One presenters, so have an even bigger reach.
Bücher >> Ratgeber & Sachbücher
EAN: 9781785031090
The stunning autobiography of the poet, writer, lyricist and activist, Benjamin Zephaniah.BBC Radio 4 Book of the WeekBenjamin Zephaniah, who has travelled the world for his art and his humanitarianism, now tells the one story that encompasses it all: the story of his life.In the early 1980s when punks and Rastas were on the streets protesting about unemployment, homelessness and the National Front, Benjamin´s poetry could be heard at demonstrations, outside police stations and on the dance floor. His mission was to take poetry everywhere, and to popularise it by reaching people who didn´t read books. His poetry was political, musical, radical and relevant .By the early 1990s, Benjamin had performed on every continent in the world (a feat which he achieved in only one year) and he hasn´t stopped performing and touring since. Nelson Mandela, after hearing Benjamin´s tribute to him while he was in prison, requested an introduction to the poet that grew into a lifelong relationship, inspiring Benjamin´s work wit
´Powerful, relatable and uplifting´ - Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora BanksHow can I hold myself together, when everything around me is falling apart?Neena´s always been a good girl - great grades, parent-approved friends and absolutely no boyfriends.But ever since her brother Akash left her, she´s been slowly falling apart - and uncovering a new version of herself who is freer, but altogether more dangerous.As her wild behaviour spirals more and more out of control, Neena´s grip on her sanity begins to weaken too.And when her parents announce not one but two life-changing bombshells, she finally reaches breaking point.But as Neena is about to discover, when your life falls apart, only love can piece you back together.Powerful, relatable and uplifting Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora BanksSmith-Barton, EmmaEmma Smith-Barton was born in South Wales to Pakistani parents. Growing up between cultures has heavily influenced her writing and she is especially interested in exploring themes
Set in England, at the end of WW2, a powerful novel about identity, bravery and tolerance with messages that are as strong and relevant today as they were in 1946.October, 1946. The Red Cross escort a group of child refugees from Europe to England. Among them is Brigitta - a serious, silent figure with worn clothes and a small cardboard suitcase containing a single grey glove. Arriving in London, Brigitta breaks from the group and runs . . .Brigitta´s mission: to reach Summerland Hall and find the one person who can solve a wartime mystery. But Summerland holds secrets and shadows of its own... and perhaps the key to a new life and new beginnings.An extraordinarily rich tale of love, prejudice, truth and forgiveness, inspired by real events.Praise for The Red Ribbon: Captivates, inspires and ultimately enriches.Heather Morris, author of The Tattooist of AuschwitzAdlington, LucyLucy Adlington is a writer and clothes historian. Her novels for teenagers, including The Diary of Pelly D , Burning Mountain and The
This bright and bold dictionary of twenty-six thought-provoking words from A-Z is perfect for equipping girls, boys and everyone with the words they need to empower themselves!Including:Activism: trying to change something important by making your voice heardBrainpower: your ability to come up with brilliant ideasCompassion: caring about other people´s sufferingDiversity: including all kinds of different peopleEquality: when everyone is treated in the same wayFeminism: fighting for equality between girls, boys and everyoneWith bright and inclusive artwork from illustrator Carolyn Suzuki, F is for Feminism is a great conversation starter, and will inspire and motivate activists of all ages.Suzuki, CarolynCarolyn Suzuki is a Los Angeles Native. Her illustrations celebrate joy and diversity in human experience with bright colour, playful patterns, animal pals and a dose of humour. She uses the reach of her art in her activism, supporting female empowerment, human rights, voter engagement and organizations such a
