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The War That Saved My Life
ISBN: 9780147510488 / Angielski / Miękka / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. *2016 Newbery Honor book
*Winner of the 2016 Schneider Family Book Award This #1 New York Times bestseller is an exceptionally moving story of triumph against all odds set during World War II. For fans of Counting by 7s and Sarah, Plain and Tall. Ten-year-old Ada has never left her one-room apartment. Her mother is too humiliated by Ada's twisted foot to let her outside. So when her little brother Jamie is shipped out of London to escape the war, Ada doesn't waste a minute--she sneaks out to join him. So begins a new adventure for Ada,... *2016 Newbery Honor book
*Winner of the 2016 Schneider Family Book Award This #1 New York Times bestseller is an exceptionally... |
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42,80 zł |
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Not Bad For A Bad Lad: a story of friendship, hope and second chances
ISBN: 9781848124714 / Angielski / Miękka / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. ""I know a good sort when I see one. That's why I've taken him on. That's why I took you on." "
When a young lad strays into bad behavior and thieving, he soon finds himself in Borstal prison for young men, lonely and without hope. But when Mr. Alfie, who manages the stables, asks him to care for and tame a damaged horse, both are given a second chance. Could this "bad lad's" skill with horses help him follow his dreams? ""I know a good sort when I see one. That's why I've taken him on. That's why I took you on." "
When a young lad strays into bad behavior and thi... |
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37,87 zł |
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Out With Garibaldi: A Story of the Liberation of Italy
ISBN: 9781515350811 / Angielski / Miękka / 184 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. G.A. Henty himself compared the campaign of Giuseppe Garibaldi and his small band's efforts to invade the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies with that of the conquest of Mexico by Hernan Cortez. Garibaldi and his redshirts overcame long odds and superior foes in order to set the stage for Italian unity. In Out With Garibaldi: A Story of the Liberation of Italy, a young man named Frank Percival joins Garibaldi on his fateful campaign. Will Frank survive the dangers of war and political intrigue? The answers await you in Out With Garibaldi. Alacrity Press is proud to make this classic available to a...
G.A. Henty himself compared the campaign of Giuseppe Garibaldi and his small band's efforts to invade the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies with that of the...
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46,06 zł |
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The Lion of the North
ISBN: 9781515196709 / Angielski / Miękka / 196 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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46,06 zł |
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The White Cat and the Monk: A Retelling of the Poem "Pangur Bán"
ISBN: 9781554987801 / Angielski / Twarda / 32 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A monk leads a simple life. He studies his books late into the evening and searches for truth in their pages. His cat, Pangur, leads a simple life, too, chasing prey in the darkness. As night turns to dawn, Pangur leads his companion to the truth he has been seeking. The White Cat and the Monk is a retelling of the classic Old Irish poem "Pangur Ban." With Jo Ellen Bogart's simple and elegant narration and Sydney's Smith's classically inspired images, this contemplative story pays tribute to the wisdom of animals and the wonders of the natural world.
A monk leads a simple life. He studies his books late into the evening and searches for truth in their pages. His cat, Pangur, leads a simple life, to...
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81,19 zł |
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The Keepsake: An Empress Chronicles Book
ISBN: 9780996732505 / Angielski / Miękka / 272 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. ONE DIARY TWO HEROINES THREE LOCKETS In this second Empress Chronicles Series book, Liz and Sisi continue their intertwined journey through time. On the heels of discovering a magical locket in the empress diary, Liz comes to understand its very special power: the wearer must speak the truth. Not only that, but it turns out that there are three lockets, each with their own magic and power. Meanwhile, Sisi realizes that she's communicating with a girl who lives 150 years in the future. A girl who knows what awaits her if she marries the emperor: lack of personal... ONE DIARY TWO HEROINES THREE LOCKETS In this second Empress Chronicles Series book, Liz and Sisi continue their intertwined jo... |
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68,50 zł |
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Men of Iron
ISBN: 9781517155452 / Angielski / Miękka / 198 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Men of Iron is a story written by Howard Pyle of Myles Falsworth, who was only eight when a knight in black armor rode into his father's castle with murder in mind. The event changed Falsworth's life, brought disgrace to his family, and fostered his own training for knighthood so that he might challenge the king's own champion and win back his family's honor. Howard Pyle (March 5, 1853 - November 9, 1911) was an American illustrator and author, primarily of books for young people.
Men of Iron is a story written by Howard Pyle of Myles Falsworth, who was only eight when a knight in black armor rode into his father's castle with m...
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44,94 zł |
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Won by the Sword: A Story of the Thirty Years' War
ISBN: 9781517657956 / Angielski / Miękka / 226 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The Thirty Years' War was an epic struggle between many European nations between 1618 and 1648. The war began as a struggle between Catholics and Protestant. It eventually pulled in every major power in Europe, morphing into a struggle to see if the France-Hapsburg line would maintain the pre-eminent role over Europe. The war caused great suffering, leaving many parts of Europe devastated, and the people starving. In G.A. Henty's Won by the Sword, young Scotsman Hector Campbell becomes involved in the events of the war, fighting in important battles at Freiburg, Mariental, and Nordlingen, and...
The Thirty Years' War was an epic struggle between many European nations between 1618 and 1648. The war began as a struggle between Catholics and Prot...
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50,56 zł |
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Forsaken Queen
ISBN: 9781519107015 / Angielski / Miękka / 250 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The 'Forsaken Queen' begins when a security guard at Hampton Court Palace is attacked. He claims that a ghost was responsible but no one believes him, except that is for a group of Year 6 school children. These three excited children read of it when they discover they are to visit the Palace. Of these three children, it is Henry Taylor whom the story revolves around. He is the plaything of the playground bullies (who are mostly girls so adding to his embarrassment) and lives with his father above an antiquated bookshop. His life is turned upside down when a new boy, the enigmatic Simeon...
The 'Forsaken Queen' begins when a security guard at Hampton Court Palace is attacked. He claims that a ghost was responsible but no one believes him,...
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42,96 zł |
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The Misses Carruthers
ISBN: 9781519116826 / Angielski / Miękka / 50 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Historical fiction set in January and February 1901. It describes life in the household of a middle class Edwardian family and has as a focus the death and funeral celebrations of Queen Victoria. It also details everyday events such as shopping, the death of a pet, and a birthday party for the twins.
Historical fiction set in January and February 1901. It describes life in the household of a middle class Edwardian family and has as a focus the deat...
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26,94 zł |
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The Wolf and the Shield
ISBN: 9780819883568 / Angielski / Miękka / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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46,91 zł |
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Fortune's Flight
ISBN: 9780979623349 / Angielski / Miękka / 460 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Isabelle Lachance has lived a sheltered life in France just after the Napoleonic Wars. That is, until the winds of fate navigate a ship, bearing a secret, directly to her seaport town. Isabelle is soon swept away by the mystery of the French King's jewels, the crown treasure that once belonged to King Louis XVI. As rumors of smuggling and conspiracy abound, Isabelle must navigate a new world of intrigue, deception, and romance to save the future of France.
Isabelle Lachance has lived a sheltered life in France just after the Napoleonic Wars. That is, until the winds of fate navigate a ship, bearing a sec...
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76,47 zł |
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Shakespeare Tales: Twelfth Night
ISBN: 9781472917836 / Angielski / Miękka / 72 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps _______________ Ideal for readers aged 7+ Jane and John have uncovered a wicked plot to steal the throne from Queen Elizabeth I of England while she watches a play. Can they stop it in time? Meanwhile, on stage, Olivia loves the boy Caesario, who is in fact not a boy but a girl, Viola. Viola loves Orsino but Orsino loves Olivia. What a tangle, what a jumble… Terry Deary's Shakespeare Tales explore the fascinating world of William Shakespeare...
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps ______...
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32,46 zł |
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Shakespeare Tales: Romeo and Juliet
ISBN: 9781472917867 / Angielski / Miękka / 72 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps _______________ Ideal for readers aged 7+ Down at the theatre, Sam is about to star in Shakespeare’s new play, Romeo and Juliet, but people are whispering that a plague is spreading through the city. Will Sam get his big break or will the plague shut down the theatre? Meanwhile, on stage, Romeo and Juliet are in love but their families can’t stand each other. With plots and poison, the lovers must find a way to be together. Terry Deary's...
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps ______...
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32,46 zł |
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A Captive in Rome
ISBN: 9780281076338 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A Captive in Rome is the first book in the enthralling Tales of Rome series of adventures for younger readers. The books are set at the time of the early church and follow the adventures of Bryn, a young Briton of the Iceni tribe. In this first book, Bryn and his brother are taken captive by the Romans after the Boudiccan revolt. They find themselves in Rome where Bryn is sold as a slave to a rich man; Bryn's brother, Conan, is forced into gladiatorial combat. Bryn is befriended by Tiro, a Christian and fellow slave, and they both try to free his brother from the deadly battles before it is...
A Captive in Rome is the first book in the enthralling Tales of Rome series of adventures for younger readers. The books are set at the time of the ea...
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43,29 zł |
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Torc
ISBN: 9781530486014 / Angielski / Miękka / 258 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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49,43 zł |
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The Dragon in the Cliff: A Novel Based on the Life of Mary Anning
ISBN: 9781504033015 / Angielski / Miękka / 228 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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55,65 zł |
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Ten Women of 1916 Rising
ISBN: 9781781998779 / Angielski / Miękka / 50 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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31,45 zł |
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By England's Aid: or, The Freeing of the Netherlands (1585-1640)
ISBN: 9781537425672 / Angielski / Miękka / 234 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The struggle for Dutch independence is one of the great stories in European history. G.A. Henty's By England's Aid follows up his By Pike and Dyke, by chronicling the closing events of the War of Independence in Holland. Follow along as young Englishman Geoffrey and Lionel join the fight alongside iconic historical personages such as Sir Francis Vere. Readers young and old will enjoy the adventure and learn about history at the same time as they read Henty's By England's Aid.
The struggle for Dutch independence is one of the great stories in European history. G.A. Henty's By England's Aid follows up his By Pike and Dyke, by...
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46,06 zł |
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Victorian Tales: The Twisted Tunnels
ISBN: 9781472939845 / Angielski / Miękka / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps _______________ Ideal for readers aged 7+ In a tunnel under the Thames, an urchin named Jenny and the young Queen Victoria dream of a wonderful new idea – underground trains! Twenty years later, the dream is finally becoming a reality. However, the construction of the Underground is tearing London apart and destroying the home of Jenny and her family. When Jenny comes face-to-face with the Queen again – will she tell her about the human cost of...
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps ______...
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37,87 zł |