The Emporium opens with the first frost of winter. While the Great War wages across Europe, there is a place of hope and enchantment in the heart of London. The Emporium sells toys that capture the imagination of children and adults alike: patchwork dogs that seem alive, toy boxes that are bigger on the inside, soldiers that can fight battles on their own. Into this family business comes young Cathy Wray, running away from a shameful past. But Cathy is about to discover that the Emporium has secrets of its own... "Engaging and enchanting, a fairytale for adults, with all the wonder - and terror - that that entails... ... |
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Why do we love something or someone is not a question we often ask ourselves. It is difficult to answer. Perhaps this is because love is a feeling that is not easy to catch in words. And that is why the book in front of you, that asks the question - Why do I love Bulgaria, makes you curious and especially because a foreigner has made the effort to answer this question. Hans Wissema is not a stranger to Bulgaria and Bulgaria is not a stranger to him, for several reasons. Some of the reasons you will understand when you read the book or perhaps you have already read his book (in Bulgarian translation) "Siberian ... |
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Complete and unabridged. A pocket sized book - 10 x 15.5 cm. ... Peter, Phyllis and Roberta's lives change overnight when their father is taken away by two strangers. They move from the comfort of their London home to a small country cottage, and are left to their own devices while their mother writes day and night to support the family. But with their new poverty comes more freedom than they ever dreamed of, and the railway line at the bottom of their garden offers the trio a world of new friendships that will change their lives forever. A tale of blissful independence and adventure, Edith Nesbit's beloved ... |
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The History Book is the ultimate guide to the ancient world, with incredible facts, stunning photographs and artworks and fantastic design. Kids aged 9+ will be enthralled and excited from start to finish. The book contains: the most exciting facts and images to keep kids interested; fantastic design concepts complement each subject to get kids hooked; covers everything from mighty warriors to amazing constructions. Four amazing chapters in The History Book: History Revealed goes back in time to uncover a host of extreme events, ideas and people; in Unearth History, dig deep to discover the mysteries of the ... |
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Дългоочакваното продължение на невероятната история "Аристотел и Данте откриват тайните на Вселената". Аристотел и Данте се гмурват във водите на света и ви канят да поемете с тях на вълнуващо приключение в света на чувствата, порастването и живеенето в свобода. Аристотел е прекарал годините си в училище в опити да остане невидим за всички - и за врагове, и за приятели. Не очаква нищо да се промени. Но чудото, наречено Данте, го повлича във вихрени промени и няма връщане назад. Сега Ари открива, че има хора, на които да разчита, че е способен да се изправи срещу тези, които го тормозят, и че гласът му може да ... |
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Книга от автора на "Игрите на глада" - Сюзан Колинс . ... Когато Грегор скача след сестричката си в шахтата на пералното помещение, той попада в Подземната страна под Ню Йорк. Там хората живеят сред гигантски паяци, прилепи, хлебарки и плъхове - но всеки миг крехкият мир може да бъде нарушен. Грегор няма никакво желание да участва в конфликта между тези зловещи създания. Но когато открива, че едно странно пророчество му предопределя роля в Подземната страна, той разбира, че това може да е единственият начин да разреши най-голямата загадка в живота си. Този незабравим роман от поредицата "Подземните ... |
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A Magnus Bane Story. ... A beautiful gift edition of The Midnight Heir, taken from The Bane Chronicles. Magnus thought he would never return to London, but he is lured by a handsome offer from Tatiana Blackthorn, whose plans involving her beautiful young ward, Grace - are far more sinister than Magnus even suspects. In London at the turn of the century, Magnus finds old friends, and meets a very surprising young man. ... |
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Complete and unabridged. A pocket sized book - 10 x 15.5 cm. ... In this hugely influential, groundbreaking work of science fiction, a brilliant scientist constructs a machine, which, with the pull of a lever, propels him to the year AD 802,701. The Time Traveller finds himself in a verdant, seemingly idyllic landscape where he is greeted by the diminutive Eloi people. The Eloi are beautiful, but weak and indolent, and the explorer is perplexed by their fear of the dark. He soon discovers the reason for their fear - the Eloi are not the only race to have inherited the earth. When his time machine disappears, the Time ... |
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Legendary literary game-maker Garrison Griswold is back in action - this time with "Unlock the Rock". For his latest game, Griswold has partnered with the famous - and famously reclusive - mystery writer Errol Roy to plan an epic escape room challenge on Alcatraz Island. Emily and James are eager to participate, but the wave of fame they are riding from their recent book - hunting adventures makes them a target. Threatening notes, missing items, and an accident that might not have been an accident have the duo worried that someone is trying to get them out of the game at any cost. When Emily's brother is ... |
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The multi-million copy bestseller. ... "Everyone must read 12 Rules for Life. And then pass it on to a friend." Chris Evans "Genuinely extraordinary... unmatched by any other modern thinker... a prophet for our times." Dominic Sandbrook, Daily Mail "Briliant... The truth can set you free." Sunday Times "The most influential publick intellectual in the Western world right now." The New York Times "Masteful... He's filling the hole out of which my generation has just clambered." Amol Rajan, New Statesman "A recipe for salvation." Daily Telegraph "A ... |
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What if being lucky wasn't just chance, but a skill you could master? Learn to identify and act on serendipity to lead a more joyful, purposeful, and successful life. Modern life is full of chance encounters, changing plans, delayed journeys, human errors and other mishaps. This is the hidden force that rules our universe: serendipity. But what if we could use such unpredictability to our advantage? Dr. Christian Busch has spent a decade exploring how, if acted upon, unexpected encounters can enhance our worldview, expand our social circles and create new professional opportunities. From couples who met during chance ... |
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The Earth Book is the ultimate guide to our planet, with astounding facts, unbelievable photographs and stunning design. Kids aged 9+ will be enthralled and excited from start to finish. The book contains: the most exciting information and photos to keep kids interested; fantastic design concepts complement each subject to get kids hooked; covers everything from beautiful wonders to natural forces. Four amazing chapters in The Earth Book: in Active Earth, find out more about the natural forces that are constantly changing our planet; journey through Earth's biggest and most mysterious habitat in Vast ... |