This novel is set in both a modern school and ancient Egypt. Cy, the hero, discovers Amun in his wardrobe. Amun has arrived from ancient Egypt via Cy's dreams and has to find his way back
This novel is set in both a modern school and ancient Egypt. Cy, the hero, discovers Amun in his wardrobe. Amun has arrived from ancient Egypt via Cy'...
A group of friends are suddenly thrust into the harsh realities of war. From the horror of the trenches, to those nursing the wounded and dying, they struggle to survive.
A group of friends are suddenly thrust into the harsh realities of war. From the horror of the trenches, to those nursing the wounded and dying, they ...
A young man lies bleeding in the street in Glasgow. Graham doesn't want to be involved. He just wants to play football with his new mate, Joe. But when he witnesses a shocking moment of violence, suddenly he and Joe are involved; with Catholics and Protestants, a young Muslim asylum-seeker and his girlfriend, and all the old rivalries and fears.
A young man lies bleeding in the street in Glasgow. Graham doesn't want to be involved. He just wants to play football with his new mate, Joe. But whe...
Tells the story of Matteo, which offers a glimpse into the world of Da Vinci. Fleeing from a murderous brigand, Matteo is saved by the companions of Leonardo da Vinci. From this moment on, Matteo is at the Maestro's side as he carries out his work, which ranges from the painting of magnificent frescos to intricate dissection of the human body.
Tells the story of Matteo, which offers a glimpse into the world of Da Vinci. Fleeing from a murderous brigand, Matteo is saved by the companions of L...
As lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots, beautiful Ginette - known as Jenny - is young queen's childhood friend. Growing up in elegant but ruthless French court, surrounded by enemies and traitors - not least jealous, manipulative Catherine de Medici, and Mary's scheming half-brother, James - Jenny has been fiercely loyal to her mistress.
As lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots, beautiful Ginette - known as Jenny - is young queen's childhood friend. Growing up in elegant but ruthless...
Slithering stoorworms, mischievious brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies--these are the creatures of Scottish folklore.
Award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin has collected the best-loved tales from all over Scotland. Retelling each in its own individual style, she presents funny tales, moving stories, and enchanting fairy tales. Soar with the goshawk, dive with selkies and battle with the stoorworm, as each story is brought to life with Kate Leiper's exquisite illustrations that brim with otherworldly beauty.
A wonderful gift, this is a truly stunning...
Slithering stoorworms, mischievious brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies--these are the creatures of Scottish folklore.
Mysterious selkies, bad-tempered giants, devious fairies, and even Loch Ness's most famous resident, these are the mythical beasts of Scottish folklore. In the highly anticipated companion volume to the much-loved "Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales," award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin gathers a stunning collection of tales from across Scotland. Alternately humorous, poignant, and thrilling, each story is brought to life with exquisite illustrations by Scottish fine artist Kate Leiper, whose exquisite illustrations brim with otherworldly beauty. A wonderful...
Mysterious selkies, bad-tempered giants, devious fairies, and even Loch Ness's most famous resident, these are the mythical beasts of Scottish folklor...
