Verlag: Cheapest Books
Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Maria. She was eight years old and had medium brown hair. Maria loved going to school and learning new things. Her favorite subject was science, especially when it came to space. She would often daydream about the future and all the incredible discoveries that awaited her.
The third action-packed story in Matt Phelan’s acclaimed Knights vs. series! Five daring heroes face their most difficult challenge yet: saving Camelot itself. Can the band of friends survive an evil queen, a powerful Faerie King, and one nasty dragon? This middle grade adventure is a hilarious tale of derring-do, perfect for reluctant readers as well as fans of The Terrible Two and The Wild Robot. A year has passed since the knights battled monsters on the mist-covered Orkney Isles. The knights have searched high and low for the elusive Queen Morgause, who is bent on destroying King Arthur and all of Camelot. Finally, a tip from the legendary Green Knight sends the heroes searching for the Faerie Realm, an eerie world where nothing is what it seems. Together, the knights will lose an old friend, discover a new ally, face a dangerous dragon, and learn what it means to be a legend. This engaging story is ideal for reluctant listeners, aspiring knights, and action-adventure fans. Camelot may never be the same after these heroes come to the rescue!Zum Buch
A Chessboard Shrouded in Mystery. A Pawn's Forbidden Dream. A Battle for Identity and Power. In the dead of night, under the silver gaze of the moon, the white chess pieces gather around their queen. Tension hangs heavy as the White Queen's voice slices through the silence: “There is a traitor among us.” Accusations fly, fear spreads, and the battlefield shivers under the weight of her words. In a world where hierarchy rules and destiny is preordained, Lisa, a humble pawn, dares to dream the impossible—to reach the legendary Eighth Row and become a queen. But the White Queen's warning echoes ominously: "You can only be what you were made to be. A pawn can never be a queen." Or can she? When Lisa confesses her forbidden ambition, she expects exile, but what she finds is an ally in the unlikeliest of places—Knight Henry, whose defiance of tradition ignites a spark of hope. With his help, and the loyalty of her best friend, Knight Tomas, Lisa embarks on a treacherous journey across enemy lines. But in the shadows of the chessboard, loyalties are tested, truths are twisted, and a darkness looms—one that threatens to consume not just Lisa’s dream, but her very heart. Will Lisa defy fate and claim the crown she so desperately desires? Or will she fall prey to the darkness that comes with breaking the rules? In a world where order is absolute and power is merciless, one pawn's courage could change everything... or destroy it. Step into a world of intrigue, power, and the price of ambition. "The Eighth Row" is a spellbinding allegory of identity, ambition, and the cost of breaking free. Perfect for fans of dark fairy tales and thought-provoking fables.Zum Buch
Vintage Sci-Fi 14 - 19 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories from E. M. Forster, Ray Bradbury, Arthur C. Clarke, Hal Clement, Miriam Allen DeFord and moreOn the Fourth Planet by J. F. BoneSaknarth by Donald A. WollheimUndersea Guardians by Ray BradburyTravel by Wire by Arthur C. ClarkeDerelict by Alan E. NourseSecond Census by John Victor PetersonThe Man Who Found Out by Roger D. AycockGun For Hire by Mack ReynoldsThe Akkra Case by Miriam Allen DeFordBlank? by Randall GarrettOh, Rats! by Miriam Allen DeFordThe Machine Stops by E. M. ForsterAn Enemy of Peace by Robert SilverbergThe Parasite by Arthur C. ClarkeThe Ultimate Vice by A. Bertram ChandlerThe Venus Evil by Chester S. GeierHot Planet by Hal ClementA Hitch in Space by Fritz LeiberThe Last Man in New York by Paul MacNamaraZum Buch
Growing up disabled can be an isolating experience. As much as you might be surrounded by loving and well-meaning friends and family, chances are no one close to you is going through this alongside you . . . until now! From navigating sports at school, to facing the confusion of getting given free stuff all the time, to juggling hospital trips alongside your social life, this anthology of firsthand experiences of childhood disability will be a welcome companion for disabled children. For non-disabled children it provides a welcome own-voice perspective and will help build empathy and understanding. A very powerful, much-needed book. Edited by James Catchpole, Lucy Catchpole and Jen Campbell. With contributions from Ali Abbas, Polly Atkin, Imani Barbarin, Jen Campbell, James Catchpole, Christa Couture, Carly Findlay, M. Leona Godin, Eugene Grant, Jan Grue, Matilda Feyisayo Ibini, Ilya Kaminsky, Sora J. Kasuga, Jessica Kellgren-Fozard, Elle McNicoll, Daniel Sluman, Nina Tame, Rebekah Taussig, Steven Verdile, Alex Wegman, Ashley Harris Whaley and Kendra Winchester. Illustrated by Sophie Kamlish.Zum Buch
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893), a Russian composer, created some of the most beloved classical music of the Romantic era. Renowned for masterpieces like Swan Lake and The Nutcracker, he skillfully blended Russian and Western influences. Tchaikovsky’s emotionally charged compositions, such as the “1812 Overture,” continue to captivate audiences worldwide.Zum Buch
Noah is building an ark and Lionel and Dolores, a pair of hedgehogs, are there to make sure the plan goes off without a hitch. "But you’re so tiny," Noah says, and goes to look for some big strong bears. Soon animals start arriving from all over the world, thanks to Dolores' idea to send out invitations. "We can help," says Lionel when the cats get scared on the waves. "You’re too prickly," Noah says, but the pair know just what to say to calm the others down. And, before Noah has a chance to think about it, they have a plan in the works for when the ark reaches dry land...Zum Buch
