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  A Christmas Carol

  Charles Dickens

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  A Christmas Carol. In Prose. Being a Ghost Story of Christmas, commonly known as A Christmas Carol, is a novella by Charles Dickens, first published in London by Chapman & Hall in 1843 and illustrated by John Leech. A Christmas Carol recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man.

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  Old Crompton's Secret

  Harl Vincent

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  Old Crompton's Secret by Harl Vincent - Tom's extraordinary machine glowed—and the years were banished from Old Crompton's body. But there still remained, deep-seated in his century-old mind, the memory of his crime. 
  Two miles west of the village of Laketon there lived an aged recluse who was known only as Old Crompton. As far back as the villagers could remember he had visited the town regularly twice a month, each time tottering his lonely way homeward with a load of provisions. He appeared to be well supplied with funds, but purchased sparingly as became a miserly hermit. And so vicious was his tongue that few cared to converse with him, even the young hoodlums of the town hesitating to harass him with the banter usually accorded the other bizarre characters of the streets. 
  Tom's extraordinary machine glowed—and the years were banished from Old Crompton's body. But there still remained, deep-seated in his century-old mind, the memory of his crime. 
  The oldest inhabitants knew nothing of his past history, and they had long since lost their curiosity in the matter. He was a fixture, as was the old town hall with its surrounding park. His lonely cabin was shunned by all who chanced to pass along the old dirt road that led through the woods to nowhere and was rarely used. 
  His only extravagance was in the matter of books, and the village book store profited considerably by his purchases. But, at the instigation of Cass Harmon, the bookseller, it was whispered about that Old Crompton was a believer in the black art—that he had made a pact with the devil himself and was leagued with him and his imps. For the books he bought were strange ones; ancient volumes that Cass must needs order from New York or Chicago and that cost as much as ten and even fifteen dollars a copy; translations of the writings of the alchemists and astrologers and philosophers of the dark ages.

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  Arabella and the Pharoah's Tomb

  Sue Huband

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  Arabella Twigg is a very ordinary girl living with her extraordinary family. She loves her Gran, whilst trying to avoid her brother, Tom, who is always trying to get her into trouble.  
  Her life is quite boring until weird things begin to happen to her.  
  Arabella enjoys her history homework at school and when she is learning about Egyptian history one day, she trips over and hits her head, and when she awakes, finds herself suddenly in ancient Egypt, at the time of King Tutankhamun.  
  There she meets a young Egyptian boy named Imon, whose father works in the Valley of the Kings.

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  I am Emily the Owl - A tale from...

  Pam Ayres

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  Follow Emily the barn owl on an extraordinary journey through her life in the fields, unveiling the fascinating world of these secretive and enchanting creatures, written in rhyme  and narrated by the much-loved poet, Pam Ayres.Did you ever see us, in these fields and grassy places?Sensed our silent wings; glimpsed our exquisite heart-shaped faces?From the loss of her cherished barn to finding hope and a new home, discover the resilience and beauty of barn owls like Emily in I am Emily the Owl. Learn what sustains these graceful hunters, from their hunts for voles and mice to the snug boxes that become their sanctuaries.Beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Nicola O'Byrne, I am Emily the Owl is the third book in Pam Ayres's Animal Stories series. Bursting with natural facts interwoven throughout the story, and with an information spread at the end that includes tips on how to spot these majestic creatures.

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  The Ghost Witch

  Betty Ren Wright

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  Jenny’s new house has an unwanted ghost: “Readers will enjoy the imaginative pranks of the specter and the resourceful way [Jenny] solves her problem” (School Library Journal). Jenny knows she should be excited about the beautiful old house that her mother has inherited from Miss Nagle. She’ll finally have her own bedroom, and the place even comes with Rufus the cat, a ready-made pet. But when Jenny visits the house, she’s scared out of her wits. Giant snakes, elephants, and all kinds of terrifying creatures lurk around every corner. With a little help from Rufus, Jenny discovers who’s behind these spooky happenings. It’s the ghost of Miss Nagle’s grandmother, the once-famous witch of Willowby Lane. The ghost witch loves to scare people, and she thinks Jenny and her friends will be perfect targets.   Jenny decides to meet the ghost witch face-to-face in this scary, yet delightful short-chapter book.

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  Autonomous Systems Guide -...

  Mark Jackson

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  "Autonomous Systems Guide: Design, Implementation, and Innovation in Next-Generation Autonomous Technologies" is a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to understand, design, and deploy autonomous systems across various industries. From self-driving cars to intelligent drones and AI-powered software, this book delves into the cutting-edge technologies driving autonomy in the modern world. 
  Starting with the foundational concepts, the guide explores the history, evolution, and core principles of autonomous systems. It then provides detailed insights into the design and architecture of these systems, covering essential components such as sensors, perception systems, data processing, and decision-making algorithms. Practical chapters on implementation offer step-by-step guidance on building, testing, and deploying autonomous systems, emphasizing the importance of safety, reliability, and scalability. 
  The book also highlights innovative advancements, including the role of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and edge computing in enhancing autonomy. Real-world case studies showcase successful applications across industries, from transportation and logistics to healthcare and manufacturing. 
  Tis guide equips you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of autonomous technologies and contribute to the next wave of innovation. 
   

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