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  Pinocchio

  Carlo Collodi

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  The Adventures of Pinocchio, i.e. "The Adventures of Pinocchio. Story of a Puppet"), commonly shortened to Pinocchio, is an 1883 children's fantasy novel by Italian author Carlo Collodi. It is about the mischievous adventures of an animated marionette named Pinocchio and his creator and father figure, a poor woodcarver named Geppetto.The story was originally published in serial form as The Story of a Puppet (Italian: La storia di un burattino) in the Giornale per i bambini, one of the earliest Italian weekly magazines for children, starting from 7 July 1881. The story stopped after nearly 4 months and 8 episodes at Chapter 15, but by popular demand from readers, the episodes were resumed on 16 February 1882. In February 1883, the story was published in a single book. Since then, Pinocchio has been one of the most popular children's books and been critically acclaimed.A universal icon and a metaphor of the human condition, the book is considered a canonical piece of children's literature and has had great impact on world culture. Philosopher Benedetto Croce considered it one of the greatest works of Italian literature. Since its first publication, it has inspired many works of fiction, such as Walt Disney's animated version, and commonplace ideas such as a liar's long nose..

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  The Wildcat Behind Glass

  Alki Zei

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  Melia is spellbound by the stuffed wildcat in her family's living room—her cousin swears that it comes to life and roams the streets at night. When she finds a signed note from the animal with secret instructions, a thrilling and dangerous adventure begins. 
   
   
   
  For Melia and her sister Myrto, summer means a break from Grandfather's history lessons and weeks of running free at the seaside with their ragtag group of friends. Best of all, cousin Nikos will visit and tell his fabulous stories about the taxidermied wildcat, which opens its blue glass eye when it wants to do good deeds and its black one when it makes trouble. The black eye must be open lately because all the adults have been acting strangely, arguing about politics and fearful of the police. Soon even the children are divided—who can Melia trust? And can the wildcat help keep her family safe? 
   
   
   
  Set in Greece during the 1930s, when the nation was torn apart by fascism, The Wildcat Behind Glass is an unforgettable tale of family, humanity, and what it means to be free. From its 1963 release to the dozens of international editions and honors that followed, including a Mildred L. Batchelder Award, the novel has enchanted generations of young listeners. Now, a fresh English translation—the first in over fifty years—breathes new life into the timeless story.

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  Active Minds Kids Ask About...

  Kenn Goin, Christopher Nicholas

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  Do you know what a “lava bomb” is? Or what volcano produced the loudest noise in recorded history? Or what volcano erupted continuously for more than 30 years? Explore this exciting audiobook for answers to questions you'll be glad we asked—plus “Did You Know?” and fun facts.

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  Where Did Joe Go?

  Michael Cogdill

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  Written to entertain adults and children, while daring to find beauty and hope through a challenge we all face in life. 
  Joe is a horse, loved by a little girl who becomes a young woman. Through a story of rhythmic beauty, she and her Nana discover love truly conquers all -- even the hardest thing of all. They all find the secret to an immortal joy. All readers, of every age, discover this secret by – The End. 
  Where Did Joe Go? carries the makings of a children’s classic – humor, a touch of shadow and mystery, and beauty. Illustrated by former child prodigy, George Pocheptsov, its artwork holds the whimsy and happiness that made George one of the most famous modern artists in the world, before he reached adolescence. One glance at Joe and his family is to see why George still draws comparison to Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. He gained fame as a child painting for adults. Now he’s an adult who’s painted the first time for children. He covers every page in the magic and innocence of being a kid. 
  Written by 32-time Emmy-winner Michael Cogdill, Where Did Joe Go? is a love letter to the world. It celebrates the bonds that grow between humankind and loved ones who never have to say a word to say – I love you, forever. 
  Where Did Joe Go? finds its impact on readers summed up in the forward, written by the music star who brought the world such romantic hits as I’ll Be and I Could Not Ask for More.

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  Decrim: How We Decriminalized...

  Kennedy Stewart

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  A timely, insider account of an important and controversial step in British Columbia’s strategic effort to respond to the overdose crisis. 
  Canada is in the middle of an opioid crisis. Since the province of British Columbia declared a public health emergency in 2016, more than 9,400 people have died of drug poisoning in BC―an average of six people a day―with nearly 1,500 apparent opioid-related deaths in the first eight months of 2022. 
  In Decrim, Kennedy Stewart, mayor of Vancouver from 2018 to 2022, recounts historic progress in addressing this crisis. January 31, 2023, is the beginning of a three-year trial period for decriminalizing the possession of small amounts of hard drugs in British Columbia, a ground-breaking change in Canada’s approach to drug use. Kennedy Stewart has written Decrim to tell the story of how this remarkable policy change came about and the enormous challenges faced by those who fought for it―including its contribution to him losing his bid for mayoral re-election. In Decrim, Stewart lays out how ending the “war on drugs” and recognizing the overdose crisis as a public health issue will help reduce stigma related to substance use, increase access to health services, and decrease harms related to criminalization in British Columbia.

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  The Anxiety Generation...

  Reyner Echevarría

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  "The Influence of Influencers on Social Media" is a comprehensive exploration of the influencer phenomenon and its impact on modern society. This book offers an in-depth look at how influencers have changed the dynamics of digital marketing, popular culture, and social interaction through digital platforms. Readers will discover how these content creators have gone from being ordinary individuals to becoming powerful agents of change who can shape trends and mobilize massive audiences. 
  What You'll Discover in This Book: 
  Overview of the rise and relevance of influencers. 
  1. The Rise of Influencers Evolution and growth of influencers on social media. 
  2. Types of Influencers Categories and levels of influence on social media. 
  3. Platforms and Social Networks Use of different platforms by influencers. 
  4. Strategies of Influence Techniques for capturing and maintaining followers. 
  5. The Power of Authenticity Importance of authenticity for the success of influencers. 
  6. Influencers and Digital Marketing Digital marketing strategies using influencers. 
  7. Social and Cultural Impact Influence of influencers on culture and society. 
  8. Ethics and Responsibility Ethical responsibilities of influencers. 
  9. Regulations and Legislation Regulations and laws affecting influencers. 
  10. The Future of Influence Emerging trends and the future of influencer marketing. 
  The book covers a wide range of topics, from building an authentic personal brand to the importance of transparency and ethics in promotions.

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