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Bananas!: How the United Fruit Company Shaped the World

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Chapman, Peter, PUBLISHER: Canongate Books, In this powerful and gripping book, Peter Chapman shows how the pioneering example of the importer United Fruit set the precedent for the institutionalized greed of today's multinational companies. The story has its source in United Fruit's nineteenth-century beginnings in the jungles of Costa Rica. What follows is a damning examination of the company's policies: from the marketing of the banana as the first fast food, to the company's involvement in an invasion of Honduras, a massacre in Colombia, and a bloody coup in Guatemala. Along the way the company fostered covert links with U.S. power brokers such as Richard Nixon and CIA operative Howard Hunt, manipulated the press (that later backfired), and stoked the revolutionary ire of Che Guevara and Fidel Castro. Chapman weaves a dramatic tale of big business, deceit, and violence to show how one company wreaked irrevocable havoc in the "banana republics" of Central America, and how terrifyingly similar the age of United Fruit is to our age of globilization.

The Count of Monte Cristo: Abridged

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dumas, Alexandre / Bair, Lowell, PUBLISHER: Bantam Classics, Set against the turbulent years of the Napoleonic era, Alexandre Dumas's thrilling adventure story is one of the most widely read romantic novels of all time. In it the dashing young hero, Edmond Dante s, is betrayed by his enemies and thrown into a secret dungeon in the Chateau d'If -- doomed to spend his life in a dank prison cell. The story of his long, intolerable years in captivity, his miraculous escape, and his carefully wrought revenge creates a dramatic tale of mystery and intrigue and paints a vision of France -- a dazzling, dueling, exuberant France -- that has become immortal.

Deadly Beloved

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: De Sade, Madame Elisandrya, PUBLISHER: Authorhouse, The Louisiana Bayou holds its many secrets, and provides a safe haven for those who would seek out her mist-enshrouded depths and dense woods.for their own reasons. Deadly Beloved is the second book in the long-awaited smash series from acclaimed author Madame Elisandrya De Sade. The tale of Alyksandrya, a.k.a. Madame, is one of passion, love, hunger, and vengeance, as two of the Blooded Ones not only find each other, but exact a terrifying revenge on the scheming woman who kept them apart. In the Bayou, Love is fierce, Magic is powerful, and Justice is swift..and final.

Tar Beach

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ringgold, Faith, PUBLISHER: Crown Books for Young Readers, Illus. in full color. "Ringgold recounts the dream adventure of eight-year-old Cassie Louise Lightfoot, who flies above her apartment-building rooftop, the 'tar beach' of the title, looking down on Harlem. Part autobiographical, part fictional, this allegorical tale sparkles with symbolic and historical references central to African-American culture. The spectacular artwork resonates with color and texture. Children will delight in the universal dream of mastering one's world by flying over it. A practical and stunningly beautiful book."--(starred) "Horn Book."

The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Wood, Don / Wood, Audrey, PUBLISHER: Child's Play International, Who likes strawberries? The mouse does. The bear does. But the reader plays the key role.

The Saggy Baggy Elephant

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jackson, Kathryn / Golden Books / Jackson, Byron, PUBLISHER: Golden Books, After a parrot makes fun of Sooki's big ears, long nose, and wrinkled skin, the "saggy baggy" elephant isn't too sure of himself. But once he meets some beautiful creatures who look just like him, Sooki celebrates with a joyful "one-two-three-kick." For over 50 years, parents and children have treasured this tale, with gorgeous art by Gustaf Tenggren, the illustrator of "The Poky Little Puppy."

Fear of flying

Fear of flying - Erica Jong - Minerva Edition Originally published in , the groundbreaking, uninhibited story of Isadora Wing and her desire to fly free caused a national sensation. It fueled fantasies, ignited debates, and even introduced a notorious new phrase to the English language. Now, after thirty years, the revolutionary novel known as Fear of Flying still stands as a timeless tale of self-discovery, liberation, and womanhood. 4 euro + shipping costs

Man Walks Into a Pub: A Sociable History of Beer

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brown, Pete, PUBLISHER: Pan Books, In "Man Walks into a Pub," Pete Brown takes us on a journey through the amazing history of beer, from the first sacred sip of ancient Egyptian bouza to the last pint of lager on a Friday night. It's an extraordinary tale of yeast-obsessed monks and teetotaling prime ministers; of exploding breweries, a bear in a yellow nylon jacket, and a Canadian who changed the drinking habits of a nation. It's also the story of the rise of the British pub, from humble origins through an epic, thousand-year struggle to survive bad government and misguided commerce.

Shelly's Diary

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Frazier, Benjamin J., PUBLISHER: PublishAmerica, In the hidden world of Appalachia, cut off from the outside and frozen in a moment of time from yesteryear, two young women embark on an enthralling adventure that one of them chronicles in Shellyas Diary. The two outsiders combine an unusual mix of sophistication and charm to penetrate the mysteriously closed society. When the murder of a neighbor occurs, the mountain community turns against them as they land in jail charged with the heinous crime. The defense teamaa bellicose, old Southern lawyer and a young criminal attorney from upstate Virginia who was top of her classauses the diary to explore every contact made during the intriguing summer leading to its tumultuous conclusion. The ever-entertaining attorneys lead the young women through anguished preparation, a declined plea bargain attempt and a full-blown trial. This delectable tale of murderous intrigue meticulously foreshadows the unforgettable and unpredictable climax.

Higglety Pigglety Pop!: Or There Must Be More to Life

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sendak, Maurice, PUBLISHER: Michael Di Capua Books, 'A daring imagination has woven a simple rhyme into a brilliantly original tale about Jennie, the Sealyham terrier, who seeks Experience and becomes the star of the World Mother Goose Theatre].' 'H. 'Superb fantasy.' 'BL. Notable Children's Books of (ALA) Fanfare Honor List (H) Best Books of (SLJ) Children's Books of (Library of Congress)

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The Queen of Fire and the King of Ice

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: George, Dana Del, PUBLISHER: Dana del George, "The Queen of Fire and the King of Ice" takes young readers deep into the heart of the matter of divorce and shared custody. This creative story does away with blame and shame and offers understanding and hope instead. Most children's books about divorce are realistic, but sometimes fairy tales make the best sense of life's challenges. This tale will speak to adults as well as children because it captures a human reality in timeless terms. Watch a YouTube introduction to this book. Also available as an eBook. --- Dr. Dana Del George is also the author of a scholarly book about short fiction.

The doors a collection

NUOVO The first six albums from the Doors: The Doors Strange days Waiting for the sun The soft parade Morrison hotel L.A. Woman

Peluche Ih-Oh cucciolo - Winnie the Pooh - Disney

Peluche di Ih-Oh versione cucciolo. Il tenero asinello compagno d'avventure di Winnie the Pooh. La coda può essere staccata e riattaccata -come a volte accade al personaggio di tale saga- senza però rischiare di perderla, grazie alla presenza di un cordino. Spediamo ovunque.

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Where Does Love Come From?

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Accord Publishing / Kirkova, Milena, PUBLISHER: Accord Publishing, Where does love come from? It's an awfully big question for little ones. "Where Does Love Come From" is a sweetly simple tale winds through a variety of silly questions on its brightly illustrated pages. Does love grow on a tree? Or swim in the sea? Does it blow in the wind? In the end, a huge heart declares what we should already know... that love comes from the heart.

The Blood of Paradise, Preface by Richard Bausch

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Goodwin, Stephen / Bausch, Richard, PUBLISHER: University of Virginia Press, Stephen Goodwin's second novel is an emblematic tale of the sixties, of a sophisticated couple going back to the land. The restlessness that compels Anna and Steadman to move from the city to a small mountain farm in Virginia is brought into high relief by the cycles of the natural world, and by the arrival of Anna's demonic twin sister. Goodwin's prose, by turns stark and pastoral, outlines these struggles while leavening them with self-effacing humor and beauty. Peopled with hippies and mountain folk, artists and farmers both organic and traditional, not to mention an unforgettable child, The Blood of Paradise evokes an era through a sensitive and unstinting portrait of marriage.

More Spooky Texas Tales

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Moore, Doc / Tingle, Doc / Tingle, Tim, PUBLISHER: Texas Tech University Press, The fearsome Chupacabra stalks the desert valley, while a grandson wanders far from the ranch. The woman who's just moved to the neighborhood wears strange sunglasses after dark. What could be behind them? A man picks up a hitchhikeronly to discover that his passenger is not human. Kids of all ages will find chills and thrills in these tales of the weird, the macabre, and the mysterious, all collected from the lore and legends of the Lone Star State. In addition to "Skinwalker," the authors' most requested school concert story, this new volume adds spine-tingling twists on the account of La Llorona, the weeping woman, said to be the world's best-known ghost; the classic tale "The Money's Paw"; the story of "The Screaming Banshee Cattle of the Night Swamp," and seven others. Told with humor and lively modern-day detail, these renderings by veteran storytellers not only please and entertain but preserve a wealth of folklore from a culturally diverse region of the country.

Little Inchkin

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: French, Fiona, PUBLISHER: Frances Lincoln Ltd, Little Inchkin is the tiny hero of a well-known Japanese story reminiscent of Tom Thumb. Only as big as a lotus flower, he fashions a sword out of a needle and straw, and armor out of beetles' wings - and sets out to seek his fortune. How he proves his valor, wins the hand of a princess, and is granted his dearest wish by the Lord Buddha is charmingly depicted in this richly illustrated retelling of the legendary tale.

Brave: A Warrior Tale

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The Devil's Handshake

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hama, Larry / Schifrin, Ryan / Archer, Adam, PUBLISHER: Archaia Studios Press, Larry Hama, the legendary mastermind behind G.I. JOE, makes his debut at Archaia In this standalone tale, renowned treasure hunters Alaric Moebius and Basil Fox embark on an adventure that takes them from the deepest jungles of New Guinea to the deserts of Lybia in search of a mysterious hidden pyramid that contains the power to end the world Featuring breathtaking art by Adam Archer (Spooks) and Lizzy John (Rest, Halloween), this unforgettable one-shot introduces readers to a terrifying, exciting new world created by Ryan Schifrin (Spooks)

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Vendo doppio cd degli "helloween" dal titolo "keeper of the seven keys-the legacy-world tour ".nuovo e imbustato.posso spedire con posta ordinaria non tracciabile al costo di euro 3,50. pagamento tramite bonifico bancario o servizi postali da concordare.contattatemi pure via email. tracklist: disc 1. 1. intro - . the king for a years - . eagle fly free - . hell was made in heaven - . keeper of the seven keys - . a tale that wasn't right - . mr torture - . if i could fly - . power - 3:49 disc 2. 10. future world - . the invisible man - . mrs god - . i want out - . dr stein - . occasion avenue (bonus track) - . halloween (bonus track) -

Old House, New House: A Child's Exploration of American

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gaughenbaugh, Michael / Camburn, Herbert, PUBLISHER: John Wiley & Sons, A fictional youngster takes the reader on a voyage of discovery as his family moves into a run-down Victorian house and he learns all about restoring houses and how home styles have developed over the past 400 years in America. Lavish illustrations help to tell this fascinating tale. An aunt's townhouse in Chicago and the homes of cousins in the south and in the country are some of the other architectural journeys in this book, which introduces children to a whole new vocabulary and way of looking at architecture in houses. Acquista Ora

The Fury and Dark Reunion

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Smith, L. J., PUBLISHER: Harper Teen, Elena: transformed, the golden girl has become what she once feared and desired. Stefan: tormented by losing Elena, he's determined to end his feud with Damon once and for all--whatever the cost. But slowly he begins to realize that his brother is not his only enemy. Damon: at last, he possesses Elena. But will his thirst for revenge against Stefan poison his triumph? Or can they come together to face one final battle? Collected here in one edition are the third and fourth volumes of The Vampire Diaries, a riveting conclusion to the tale of two vampire brothers and the beautiful girl torn between them.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: The Centenary Edition

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Baum, L. Frank / Foreman, Michael, PUBLISHER: Anova Books, When a cyclone whisked Dorothy far from the gray prairies of Kansas to the colorful Land of Oz, it not only set a courageous and determined little girl on a series of unforgettable adventures--it blew fresh air into children's literature. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" is what the author called "a modern fairy tale, in which the wonderment and joy are retained and the heartache and nightmares left out." It's now more than a hundred years since Dorothy and her endearing companions--her mischievous dog Toto, the brainless but practical-minded Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and the kindly Tin Woodsman who longs for a heart--first marched along the yellow brick road into storybook history. In this edition, Michael Foreman's bright, whimsical watercolors of Dorothy and her friends capture the enchanting essence of L. Frank Baum's "wondertale."

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