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  The Happy Prince Fairy Tales

  Oscar Wilde

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  The story of "The Happy Prince" has three major themes.
  Firstly it shows that apparent beauty is nothing and the real beauty is to bestow love and sacrifice. Secondly, it discusses that love and sacrifice are two saving forces. Thirdly, it shows that there is a large gap between rich and poor people the rulers and the masses. When the happy prince is alive he lives a happy life without sorrows, he is living a care free life but after his death he sees through a tall Colum that life has another view except happiness and that is helplessness poverty, hypocrisy and corruption of elite and ruling class.
  When a bird swallow comes and stays under the feet of prince he begs for his helps match girl, poor writer…
  The Happy Prince " has been written in fairy tale mode through which he has exposed the exploitation, materialism and corruption of Victorian society. 
  The Happy Prince is social satire prudence says that "the truepurpose of satire is the modification of vices by correction".
  It was first published in 1888 in the anthology The Happy Prince and Other Tales, which, in addition to its title story, also includes "The Nightingale and the Rose", "The Devoted Friend",   "The Selfish Giant" and "The Remarkable Rocket".

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  The Tickencote Treasure

  William Le Queux

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  Le Queux (1864-1927) was an Anglo-French journalist and writer who was also a diplomat, traveller, flying buff and wireless pioneer. His best-known works are the anti-French and anti-Russian invasion fantasy The Great War in England (1894) and the anti-German invasion fantasy The Invasion of 1910 (1906), the latter becoming a phenomenal bestseller. He wrote over 150 novels, many dealing with international intrigue, and a number of non-fiction works. This novel was first published in 1913.

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  Zombie Army - An Unofficial...

  M. C. Steve

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  When zombies attack, Alex has to choose between being a human or saving humans as we know them. 
  Alex is a human turned zombie who has been thrown into a world of chaos after waking up in an attack by zombies, which are under the spell of an evil wizard. The series continues with Alex, a courageous young woman and her new partner Steve, a stubborn young man set upon getting revenge on the wizard for ruining his town. 
  The two companions part ways, only to be reunited in an unexpected way. Alex wants to retreat to her old village, become human again and begin rebuilding. But Steve insists that the wizard needs to be stopped. Although she might not want to, Alex will have to make a serious decision about her life and the lives of those around her. Meanwhile, Alex has a surprise for Steve - she holds the key for them to become human again. 
  Will Alex join Steve in his quest for justice? Or will she follow her heart and return home? Only time will tell. 
  Zombie Army is a refreshing, whimsical story with heart that will have your little one rooting for the heroes. If your child loves Minecraft, this audiobook is for them. 
  Disclaimer: This book is a work of fanfiction; it is not an official Minecraft book. It is not endorsed, authorized, licensed, sponsored, or supported by Mojang AB, Microsoft Corp. or any other entity owning or controlling rights to the Minecraft name, trademarks or copyrights.

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  How to Win the War on Truth - An...

  Samuel C. Spitale

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  Made to Stick by Chip Heath meets Thing Explainer by Randall Munroe in this guide to navigating today's post-truth landscape, filled with examples of modern-day propaganda campaigns. We're bombarded with information like never before. Some of it's true, some of it's spin, and some of it's flat-out fake news. And that's by design. Propaganda helps governments and corporations sell us products, lifestyles, and ideas. Sometimes the agenda is harmless, but other times it's destructive, and it's not always easy to spot the difference.Whether you want to be informed on the issues or debunk misinformation wherever you encounter it, How to Win the War on Truth is here to help. You'll learn: the history of propaganda, from Edward Bernays to Fox News; why simple messages are so powerful; who profits from propaganda; how propaganda is manufactured and delivered directly to you; and how to find the truth for yourself.Filled with real-world examples of propaganda in all its forms, How to Win the War on Truth will help you see the world with clear eyes for the first time. Because when it comes to preserving democracy and fighting for our rights, it's essential that we do.

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  I know my home address - The...

  Magdalena Gruca

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  Fenek and Max are on their way to attend a meeting with Mr Rhinoceros, who is a policeman. They have both been looking forward to it a lot. During the meeting, Fenek receives a big applause. What has he done?Thanks to this book, your child will:learn what police officers do and what their uniforms look like;get to know some of the dangers he/she can experience on holiday;learn why it is worth knowing one’s home address;learn what he/she has to do if he/she is lost. The Adventures of Fenek - Books for younger children 
  Thematic series that respond to the needs of pre-school and kindergarten teachers, parents, and psychologists. 20-page brochures are published in series of four books each, and they are all thematically related.

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  Gingerbread Funnies

  Adam Scheff

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  You've never seen the gingerbread man like this! Readers will laugh out  loud at these clever pop-culture versions of the traditional cookie,  such as Ginger the Hutt, Phantom of the Cookie Jar, and Disco-bread Man.  Holidoodles: Gingerbread Man makes the perfect holiday gift.

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