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Peter and the Shadow Thieves

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barry, Dave / Pearson, Ridley / Call, Greg, PUBLISHER: Disney Editions, In this riveting and adventure-packed follow-up to "Peter and the Starcatchers," we discover Peter leaving the relative safety of Mollusk Island-along with his trusted companion Tinker Bell-for the cold, damp streets of London. On a difficult journey across the sea, he and Tink discover the dark and deadly, slithering part-man/part-creature Lord Ombra. It seems that the dreaded Ombra has a variety of mysterious powers including the ability to make shadows disappear. When Peter reaches London, he sets out to find the indomitable Molly. Together they must combat Ombra's terrible forces to both protect the Starcatchers and the treasured starstuff and most importantly to rescue Molly's mother from the clutches of evil. Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson have done it again-written a compulsively readable, impossible-to-put-down tale that will delight readers of all ages.

The Swan Thieves

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Elizabeth Kostova, PUBLISHER: Little, Brown & Co., Andrew Marlow, a psychiatrist, has a perfectly ordered life--solitary, perhaps, but full of devotion to his profession and the painting hobby he loves. This order is destroyed when the renowned painter Robert Oliver attacks a canvas in the National Gallery of Art and becomes Marlow's patient. When Oliver refuses to talk or cooperate, Marlow finds himself going beyond his own legal and ethical boundaries to understand the secret that torments this silent genius, a journey that will lead him into the lives of the women closest to Robert Oliver and toward a tragedy at the heart of French Impressionism. Moving from American museums to the coast of Normandy, from the late nineteenth century to the late twentieth, from young love to last love, THE SWAN THIEVES is a story of obsession, the losses of history, and the power of art to preserve human hope.

The Mountain and the Valley

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Buckler, Ernest / Buckler, Ernest, PUBLISHER: New Canadian Library, "The Mountain and the Valley" is an affectionate portrait of David Canaan, a sensitive boy who becomes increasingly aware of the difference that sets him apart from his family and his neighbours. David' s desire to write is the secret that gives this haunting story its detailed focus and its poignant theme. Set in the years leading up to World War II and against the backdrop of the Annapolis Valley' s natural beauty, "The Mountain and the Valley" captures a young man' s spiritual awakening and the gradual growth of artistic vision.

The Swan Thieves

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kostova, Elizabeth / Williams, Treat / Heche, Anne, PUBLISHER: Hachette Audio, Psychiatrist Andrew Marlowe has a perfectly ordered life--solitary, perhaps, but full of devotion to his profession and the painting hobby he loves. This order is destroyed when renowned painter Robert Oliver attacks a canvas in the National Gallery of Art and becomes his patient. In response, Marlowe finds himself going beyond his own legal and ethical boundaries to understand the secret that torments this genius, a journey that will lead him into the lives of the women closest to Robert Oliver and toward a tragedy at the heart of French Impressionism. Ranging from American museums to the coast of Normandy, from the late nineteenth century to the late twentieth, from young love to last love, THE SWAN THIEVES is a story of obsession, the losses of history, and the power of art to preserve human hope.

The Table Museum Figma Action Figure Davide di Michelangelo

,The Table Museum, is a series of figma figures based on famous works of art that almost anyone would recognize! The fourth artwork to join the series is the masterpiece sculpture of David by Michelangelo, now known around the world as one of the best examples of Renaissance art. The beautiful yet powerful appearance of his sculpt still captures the hearts of people to this day.

Fall

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Thayer, Tanya, PUBLISHER: Lerner Publications, Taking a brief look at each of the four seasons, this delightful series introduces beginning readers to the basic idea of seasons and how animals, plants, and people adapt to them. Crisp, close-up photography teams with easy-to-understand, repetitive sentences that encourage new readers to discover the world--one season at a time.

The Siege of Derry

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Macrory, Patrick, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, This book traces the events surrounding the siege of Londonderry by Catholic soldiers, the siege that Macaulay was to call "the most memorable in the annals of the British Isles." Macrory draws on a wide range of sources to chart the origins of the conflict--the Tyrone wars, the Plantation of Ulster, the Catholic rising of , and Cromwell's retribution at Brogheda and Wexford--and vividly recounts the siege itself, stressing throughout how many of the problems Ulster faces today have their roots in the 17th century and before.

Zen Mandalas: Sacred Circles Inspired by Zentangle

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McNeill, Suzanne, PUBLISHER: Design Originals, Mandalas are used to connect the spirit, offering symbols found in nature, helping discover the inner self, acquiring a sense of wonder, and providing inspiration. The circle of a mandala represents wholeness and unity. Zentangle is a relaxing process which brings the mind and spirit into focus through the repetition of simple shapes. Zentangle is very personal and requires no artistic training. The underlying philosophy of the mandala expands the message in your drawings as you investigate your feelings, and discover your hidden potential. Gently appreciate the uniqueness of your experience in the world as you create beautiful drawings and sicover the infinite possibilities that spring from inner peace.

Bradt Cape Verde Islands

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Irwin, Aisling / Wilson, Colum / Pritchard-Jones, Sian, PUBLISHER: Bradt Travel Guides, Adrift in the Atlantic Ocean, one of the attractions of the Cape Verde Islands is the watersports; surfing, windsurfing, diving, and fishing. Travelers are also lured to the islands by the promise of scenic hikes around the dramatic terrain of these volcanic outcrops, including the climb up the Pico de Fogo volcanic cone. Many off-the-beaten-track highlights are provided to help explorers discover the hidden treasures of this magical archipelago, from beautiful bays with whaling history and beaches teeming with turtles to botanical gardens and cobbled paths leading to summits high above sea level. Features include: >How to get there, where to stay, and specialty restaurants >Local culture, including music, customs, and history >Detailed hiking routes for all levels of experience >Maps and town plans of key areas of the islands

Dischi in vinile rock,vintage

Blocco di 3 dischi in vinile 45 giri.titolo: -vanilla fudge-shotgun e season of the witch -the Rascals-heaven -the New York rock & roll ensemble -the thing to do e pick-up in the morning

The Quest for Paradise: Visions of Heaven and Eternity in

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ashton, John / Whyte, Tom, PUBLISHER: HarperOne, In every culture, in every epoch, human beings have yearned for heaven -- the dwelling place of the gods, mirror of our hopes and desires. Now, in "The Quest for Paradise," renowned scholar John Ashton and his colleague Tom Whyte offer an intriguing look at how we have thought of and envisioned heaven and the afterlife, from the ancient cultures of Egypt, Greece, and Rome, to the Christians, Jews, Buddhists, Hindus, and Muslims, as well as the indigenous peoples of the Americas, Australia, and Africa.Lavishly illustrated with extensive depictions of heaven in art from around the world, and drawing on scriptures, myths, epics, poems, novels, philosophy, and other writings from many cultures, "The Quest for Paradise" illuminates the vast spectrum of beliefs about the world beyond. The book also explores the concept of utopia, or paradise on earth, from the perspective of such diverse thinkers as H.G. Wells, D.H. Lawrence, Margaret Mead, and Aldous Huxley.Ashton and Whyte present a fascinating array of ancient and modern views of heaven. Included are extraordinary inhabitants and geographical features, representing scenes from works such as "The Odyssey," the Bible, the Quran, and the "Sukhavativyuha Sutras," and from the works of writers such as Hesiod, Ovid, Virgil, Dante, Milton, and Yeats, highlighting both the diversity and the universality of reflection on heaven.

Magic Tree House #28: High Tide in Hawaii

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Osborne, Mary Pope / Murdocca, Salvatore / Murdocca, PUBLISHER: Random House Books for Young Readers, When the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie off to Hawaii it' s for more than a vacation- they' re in search of a fourth kind of magic for Morgan On the way they help an island community survive a tidal wave and, of course, take some time out to surf Ultimately, they discover that the magic that they have found in this set of four books are everyday magics: the magic of the arts, the magic of the natural world, the magic of community; and the magic of fun.

The Secret Life of Plants

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tompkins, Peter / Bird, Christopher O., PUBLISHER: Harper Perennial, The world of plants and its relation to mankind as revealed by the latest scientific discoveries. "Plenty of hard facts and astounding scientific and practical lore."--"Newsweek"

A Wizard in War: The Third Chronicle of the Magnus D'Armand,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stasheff, Christopher, PUBLISHER: Tor Books, The medieval planet of Maltroit seems to be repeating Earth's bloody history in the worst possible manner. It's up to the Rogue Wizard to give the downtrodden a crash course in democracy, so before you can say "Magna Carta," he's bent the course of history by teaching the nobles the rudiments of democracy, and schooling the peasants in the basics of radical politics.

Comedy Comes Clean: A Hilarious Collection of Wholesome

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Christing, Adam, PUBLISHER: Three Rivers Press (CA), Adam Christing has assembled another truly funny collection of quotable, laugh-out-loud humor, covering everything from family life to job travails to sports silliness to pet problems. This is a comedic gold mine: more than 50 voices ranging from the timeless (Bill Cosby and Red Skelton) to the contemporary (Steven Wright and Rita Rudner) to rising stars (Brad Stine and Robert G. Lee). Adam Christing has truly caught on to something; Clean Comedians, the Los Angeles-based performance company he founded, is a resounding success, reaching 1.3 million people a year through performances across the country. The time is right for humor that gets big laughs without resorting to gender bashing, racist quips, obscenity, or any of the other hallmarks of contemporary comedy.

Reading the Women of the Bible: A New Interpretation of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Frymer-Kensky, Tikva, PUBLISHER: Schocken Books Inc, "Reading the Women of the Bible "takes up two of the most significant intellectual and religious issues of our day: the experiences of women in a patriarchal society and the relevance of the Bible to modern life.

Nutrition and Diet Therapy

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Williams, Sue Rodwell, PUBLISHER: Mosby, This renowned text, now in its eighth edition, presents normal nutrition and then explains how to apply nutritional concepts in the community and clinical environments. The easy-to-follow format allows students to discover the fundamentals of nutrition and then apply their knowledge to health maintenance throughout the life cycle. NUTRITION AND DIET THERAPY offers comprehensive coverage of all aspects of nutrition - students are sure to refer to it time and again throughout school and their career

The jungle book

Rudyard Kipling Here are the famous stories of how Mowgli came to the wolf pack, learned the law of the jungle from Baloo the bear, Bagheera the black panther, and Kaa the python, and killed the evil tiger Shere Khan. (cod. I_)

Lonely Planet Cambodia

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ray, Nick / Robinson, Daniel, PUBLISHER: Lonely Planet, Discover Cambodia Sunrise or sunset? Discover the perfect light to greet the 216 faces of Angkor's Bayon temple Pound, whisk and sizzle your way through a cooking course in Siem Reap (and don't skimp on the fermented fish paste) Detour off the temple trail for snorkelling and sunset cocktails on Serendipity Beach Feel the buzz in Phnom Penh: from bustling backstreets to relaxed riverside bars In This Guide: Unmatched off-the-beaten-track coverage: from jungles in the southwest to remote mountains in the north Includes information on the best ecotourism and community-run projects in the country Visit "lonelyplanet.com" for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveller insights

Seabird in the Forest: The Mystery of the Marbled Murrelet

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dunning, Joan, PUBLISHER: Boyds Mills Press, A tiny bird. A giant discovery. It's rare to find a modern-day mystery concerning the location of a bird's nest, but until the s, no one knew where the marbled murrelet laid its eggs. The little bird seemed to live entirely at sea. In this exquisitely illustrated book, Joan Dunning presents the amazing story of the marbled murrelet based on dramatic facts uncovered in the last few decades. Focusing on one pair of murrelets and their newborn chick, the author reveals the hidden nest in the canopy of the old-growth forests and the secret life of these birds before their fledgling sets off for the sea.

Eyes of the Emperor

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Salisbury, Graham, PUBLISHER: Laurel Leaf Library, Eddy Okana lies about his age and joins the Army in his hometown of Honolulu only weeks before the Japanese bomb Pearl Harbor. Suddenly Americans see him as the enemy--even the U.S. Army doubts the loyalty of Japanese American soldiers. Then the Army sends Eddy and a small band of Japanese American soldiers on a secret mission to a small island off the coast of Mississippi. Here they are given a special job, one that only they can do. Eddy's going to help train attack dogs. He's going to be the bait.

Great Nights of the Bible

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Macartney, Clarence Edward Noble, PUBLISHER: Kregel Publications, If you listen to the voice of the night as it speaks to you in the pages of the Bible, you will hear many a deep word on life and destiny. --from the Introduction

The Oxford First Companion to Music: The Story of Music

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McLeish, Kenneth / McLeish, Valerie, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, The Story of Music covers includes music from the time of ancient Egypt, through the middle ages, Renaissance, and baroque, to the electronic music of today.

The Doors of Perception & Heaven and Hell

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Huxley, Aldous, PUBLISHER: Harper Perennial, Half an hour after swallowing the drug I became aware of a slow dance of golden lights... Among the most profound explorations of the effects of mind-expanding drugs ever written, here are two complete classic books--"The Doors of Perception" and "Heaven and Hell"--in which Aldous Huxley, author of the bestselling "Brave New World," reveals the mind's remote frontiers and the unmapped areas of human consciousness. This new edition also features an additional essay, "Drugs That Shape Men's Minds," which is now included for the first time.

Learn Abtrainforests

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Green, Jen / Lorenz, PUBLISHER: Lorenz Books, This information and art-packed guide to the rainforest takes curious readers up to the tallest treetops, describing noises from the canopy and mysteries of the forest floor. Photographs of swinging chimpanzees, hovering hummingbirds and daring lizards along with explanations of the intricate ecosystem make this an exciting introduction to the enchanting world of the rainforest.

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