The year is 1547. In London, two boys from different families live very different lives. One is Edward Tudor, a prince and the future King of England; the other is Tom Canty, the son of a thief. One day they meet and their lives change forever. What happens when the two boys wear each others clothes? Why does the prince need the help of a poor man? Who becomes king when Henry VIII dies? And how can a beautiful gold object save the prince? Mark Twain's classic story of two young boys who swap lives has the answers. "A few minutes later, Tom was wearing the prince's expensive clothes and the hat with purple ... |
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The first novel in Julia Quinn's worldwide bestselling Bridgerton novels, now a series created by Shondaland for Netflix. This is the story of Daphne Bridgerton and the Duke: welcome to the ballrooms of Regency London... Can there be any greater challenge to London's Ambitious Mamas than an unmarried duke? Lady Whistledown's Society Papers, April 1813 By all accounts, Simon Basset is on the verge of proposing to his best friend's sister, the lovely - and almost-on-the-shelf - Daphne Bridgerton. But the two of them know the truth - it's all an elaborate plan to keep Simon free from marriage-minded ... |
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The Enriched Collection. ... Myths & Legends from Bulgaria. The Enriched Collection е книга, която ви кани да се гмурнете надълбоко в далечни незапомнени времена и в истории, които са пропътували огромно разстояние през вековете, за да достигнат до нас. Сборникът съдържа седемдесет и шест митове и легенди от всички кътчета на страната, обхващайки период от неясната античност до обичаите и поверията, оцелели до наши дни. Историите в книгата са подбрани от разнообразни източници, както български, така и чужди. Авторката се е опитала да ги раздели на четири части - Митове от древния свят, Легенди за създаването на света, ... |
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Illustrator: Charlotte Cooke. ... "Princess Time: The Princess and the Pea" picture book is a beautifully illustrated, simple retelling of this classic story for children aged 3+. It's a fantastic large format picture book, with stunning illustrations by Charlotte Cooke, that brings fairytale characters to life in kids' imaginations. Children will giggle along as the princess does something most unexpected! The book: Perfect for bedtime reading with you; Beautiful, full-page artwork full of detail and charm; Fairy tale has been simply retold for capture the imagination of young readers. Features ... |
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The book is part of "Ladybird tales" collection. Illustration by Yunhee Park. ... "Ladybird" has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children. This classic version of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" is based on the original "Ladybird" retelling by Vera Southgate , with beautiful new illustrations of the kind children like best - full of richness and detail. An essential part of any child's bookshelf, "Ladybird Tales" are perfect for sharing together and creating memories to treasure ... |
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And other Illustrated classics. Illustrated by Quentin Blake. ... Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a 1964 children's book by British author Roald Dahl. This story features the adventures on the new products. At that time (around the 1920s), Cadbury and Rowntree's were England's two largest chocolate makers and they each often try to steal trade secrets by sending spies, posing as employees, into the other's factory. Because of this, both companies became highly protective of their chocolate-making processes. It was a combination of this secrecy and the elaborate, often gigantic, machines in the ... |
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Complete and unabridged. A pocket sized book - 10 x 15.5 cm. ... A literary sensation from its first publication, "The Master and Margarita" is considered a masterpiece of twentieth-century Russian literature. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library , a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold-foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is translated by Diana Burgin and Katherine Tiernan O'Connor, and features an introduction by Orlando Figes. In Mikhail Bulgakov's imaginative extravaganza, Satan, ... |
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Tender is the Night is a story set in the hedonistic high society of Europe during the ‘Roaring Twenties’. A wealthy schizophrenic, Nicole Warren, falls in love with Dick Diver - her psychiatrist. The resulting saga of the Divers’ troubled marriage, and their circle of friends, includes a cast of aristocratic and beautiful people, unhappy love affairs, a duel, incest, and the problems inherent in the possession of great wealth. Despite cataloguing a maelstrom of interpersonal conflict, Tender is the Night has a poignancy and warmth that springs from the quality of Fitzgerald's writing and the tragic personal ... |
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The timeless tale of Beauty and the Beast has been beautifully captured in Sarah Jennings' fresh, modern illustration style. Every page showcases delightful full-bled artwork, packed with charm and detail that will enthrall children. The story has been simply retold to appeal to young readers and listeners alike. ... |
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As he climbs into the sidecar of Hagrid's motorbike and takes to the skies, leaving Privet Drive for the last time, Harry Potter knows that Lord Voldemort and the Death Eaters are not far behind. The protective charm that has kept Harry safe until now is now broken, but he cannot keep hiding. The Dark Lord is breathing fear into everything Harry loves, and to stop him Harry will have to find and destroy the remaining Horcruxes. The final battle must begin - Harry must stand and face his enemy. These new editions of the classic and internationally bestselling, multi-award-winning series feature instantly pick-up-able ... |
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Retold by Sue Arengo . ... Read the famous tale of the old shoemaker. How do the elves help him? Children love stories. Bring the magic of good storytelling into your classroom with Classic Tales , and they'll love their English lessons too. This edition of the award-winning series uses traditional tales to bring English to life through more than 30 beautifully illustrated stories. Word Count: 527. ... |
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Настоящата книга съдържа: адаптирана версия на "Принцът и просякът" на английски език; превод на по-сложни думи и изрази, даден за улеснение на самото място в текста; шест теста, подходящи за всички, владеещи английски език на средно ниво, които се занимават интензивно с изучаването му; ключ с отговорите на тестовете, който прави книгата полезна както за работа в клас под ръководството на учителя, така и за самоподготовка. Поредицата "Language Trainer" е предназначена да помага на учащите да усъвършенстват познанията си по английски език за ниво B2 според Общата европейска езикова рамка като: ... |
