Book Twelve of "The Wheel of Time" ... The final volume of "The Wheel of Time", A Memory of Light, was partially written by Robert Jordan before his untimely passing in 2007. Brandon Sanderson , New York Times bestselling author of the Mistborn books, was chosen by Jordan's editor his wife, Harriet McDougal, to complete the final book. The scope and size of the volume was such that it could not be contained in a single book, and so The Gathering Storm is the first of three novels that will cover the outline left by Robert Jordan, chronicling Tarmon Gai'don and Rand al'Thor's ... |
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The sequel to the international bestseller "One of Us is Lying". ... Welcome back to Bayview High... It's been a year since the events of "One Of Us Is Lying". But nothing has settled for the residents of Bayview. Not now someone has started playing a sinister game of Truth or Dare. Choose truth? You must reveal your darkest secret. Choose dare? Well, that could be even more dangerous. Even deadly. When the game takes an even darker turn, suddenly no one at Bayview High knows who to trust. But they need to find out who is behind the game, before it's too late. "Praise for One of Us is ... |
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This book is an adaptation of Mark Twain's classic tale The Adventures of Tom Sawyer . It has about 1400 headwords and is appropriate for low intermediate to intermediate learners. Tom Sawyer is an iconic figure in American literature, and his adventures have fascinated millions of readers all over the world. Mark Twain (1835 - 1910) is one of America's best and most beloved writers, famous for his tales of boyhood like The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and its sequel, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."There were people who believed that Tom Sawyer might some day become President of the United States, if he ... |
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Complete and unabridged. A pocket sized book - 10 x 15.5 cm. ... The Diary of a Nobody is a comic masterpiece that has been hugely influential since its first publication in 1892. 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 features Weedon Grossmith's original illustrations and an afterword by novelist Paul Bailey. Proud to be ensconced with his wife Carrie at The Laurels in the desirable London suburb of Holloway, bank clerk ... |
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Complete and unabridged. A pocket sized book - 10 x 15.5 cm. ... Sherlock Holmes is back on the case in this collection of sparkling short stories, in which we learn about Holmes' early days as a sleuth, encounter a seemingly murderous widow, and meet the great detective's brother, Mycroft, for the first time. And, in "The Final Problem", Holmes comes face-to-face with his nemesis, Professor Moriarty, in a battle of wits that could kill them both. This "Macmillan Collector's Library" edition features an afterword by David Stuart Davies - a Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund and an ... |
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Complete and unabridged. A pocket sized book - 10 x 15.5 cm. ... "On the Origin of Species" outlines Charles Darwin's world-changing theory that life on Earth had not been brought into being by a creator, but had arisen from a single common ancestor and had evolved over time through the process of natural selection. Received with both enthusiasm and hostility on its publication, it triggered a seismic shift in our understanding of humanity's place in the natural world. It is not only a brilliant work of science but also a clear, vivid, sometimes moving piece of popular writing that reflects both Darwin&# ... |
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"Confidentially" contains poems by Peyo Yavorov , selected and translated by Christopher Buxton . Peyo Yavorov is Bulgaria's foremost romantic poet was also an active campaigner for the liberation of Macedonia and Armenia. The translator has sought in this short selection to reflect, alongside the personal poetry, Yavorov's public concerns, particularly the fate of refugees displaced by the ethnic cleansing that took place during the post-liberation Balkan conflicts. With the current refugee crises these poems tale on a contemporary edge. ... |
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This delightful compendium presents three festive stories and one Christmas carol across large format pages of full-bled artwork scenes. Every page showcases beautiful illustrations packed with charm and detail that will enthral younger children. Stories included are "The First Christmas", "The Nutcracker" and "The Snow Queen", as well as "The Twelve Days of Christmas". The book has been produced on thicker paper to help little hands turn each page more easily. ... |
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Well-informed and richly illustrated, this book is the third volume of the popular Hidden Treasures of Bulgaria series. It takes the reader to lesser or completely unknown places in Bulgaria that fully live up to the promise of being "hidden treasures". Often located off (or off-off) the beaten track, they are integral part of what makes today's Bulgaria such a fascinating travel destination. Many of the forts, urbex sites, waterfalls and traditional villages are not to be found in any guidebook, and neither are some of the events and festivals described and photographed in detail here. This book provides ... |
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#1 New York Times Bestseller. A Grisha novel. ... Six dangerous outcasts. One impossible heist. Criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker has been offerd wealth beyond his wildest dreams. But to claim it, he`ll have to pull off a seemingly impossible heist: Break into the notorious Ice Court (a military stronghold that has never been breached), retrieve a hostage (who could unleash magical havoc on the world), survive long enough to collect his reward (and spend it). Kaz need a crew desperate enough to take on this suicide mission and dangerous enough to get the job done - and he knows exactly who: six of the deadliest outcasts the ... |
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It was then that Erda, the great mother goddess, uttered an onerous prophesy: only a man of free will could wear the Ring and direct its might. The Rheingold brought damnation to all others and they all, dwarf or giant, mortal or god, would fall victim and the Ring would vanquish them... But if a man of free will were to don it, all would be freed and the gods would perish. Peter Stanimirov is a Bulgarian artist. His name associate with comics magazine "Rainbow", with "Pleiades Publishing House" and book covers of Stephen King and Dean Koontz , with the boom of books games at Bulgaria, with his ... |
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Compiled by: Tig Thomas. ... "Illustrated Treasury of Classic Stories" is a remarkable large format storybook that children aged 7+ will cherish and love forever. It is packed with captivating stories and extracts of magic, adventure and charm from renowned authors such as E. Nesbit , Louisa May Alcott, Frances Hodgson Burnett , L. Frank Baum , and many more. Each story is accompanied by beautiful artwork and page decoration, designed to accentuate a format that will capture the imaginations of children everywhere. Meet much-loved characters from famous stories, and join them on thrilling adventures in this ... |
