A bold graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis''s bestselling I Survived the Battle of D-Day, 1944 with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Brian Churilla. A battle that changes the course of the war... Paul Colbert¿s French village has been under Nazi control for years. His Jewish best friend has disappeared. Food is scarce. And there doesn¿t seem to be anything Paul can do to make things better. Then Paul finds an American paratrooper stuck in a tree. When Paul helps the soldier, he discovers a secret resistance movement¿and he learns the Allies have a plan to crush the Nazis. But first, the resistance needs Paul¿s help. This is Paul¿s chance to make a difference. Soon he finds himself in the midst of the largest invasion in history. Can he do his part to turn horror into hope? Lauren Tarshis''s New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to vivid life in graphic novel editions. Perfect for
Les merDesigning and building a miniature aero-engine is an exciting and rewarding task. Whether a professional engineer or an amateur looking to build an engine to fly your model aeroplane, this book will safely guide you through all the stages of designing and constructing an aero-engine in your workshop at home. With practical advice and details diagrams throughout, the book includes: machine tools, materials and accessories required; designing the engine, including a focus on proportion, valve timing and engine balancing; the manufacture of carburettors, assembly and setting up and, finally, choosing an aircraft for a home-designed miniature engine.
Les merThough now enshrined as major masterpieces of American literature, Twain's classic tales of childhood remain as fresh as when they were first written. Vivid and funny, the stories chronicle journeys from innocence to experience in which innocence is preserved.
Les merAfter successfullygarnering support for their religion, "the Seven Luminaries," the high schoolprodigies prepare to head into an all-out war with the empire. But when Gustavuses magic power to suddenly set everything ablaze in a fit of fury, its up tothis dream team to use their superior abilities and technology to tilt thescales back in their favor!
Les merInternationally renowned author Ingeborg Bosch has made a breakthrough as one of the leading psychologists of her time. Her ground-breaking method, Past Reality Integration (PRI¿) has proven itself as an impressive tool to free ourselves from negative emotions and destructive habits so that we can finally live life to the fullest. In this book, Ingeborg provides a clear explanation of how emotional problems develop, and shows us that life doesn''t have to be as difficult as we are often prone to believe. Her step-by-step plan will help you to understand: . self-observation - when am I under the spell of my emotional brain? . symbol recognition - what starts up the reaction of my emotional brain? Which perception of my present circumstances activated my psychological immune system leading to destructive and painful emotions? . defence reversal - how to re-programme your emotional brain. The powerful techniques in this book will enable you to free yo
Les merCreated out of the Swamp by a freak accident, Swamp Thing is an elemental creature who uses the forces of nature and wisdom of the plant kingdom to fight the polluted world''s self-destruction. Alan Moore took the Swamp Thing to new heights in the 1980s with his unique narrative approach. His provocative and groundbreaking writing, combined with masterly artwork by some of the medium''s top artists, made Swamp Thing one of the great comics of the late twentieth century. In this second collection, The Swamp Thing says goodbye to the illusion of his own humanity after learning that he is 100% plant, meets a crew of benevolent alien invaders inspired by the classic comic strip Pogo (also set in the swamp), and consummates his relationship with Abigail Arcane as only he could.
Les merAn easy-to-use journal that’ll help you improve your general well-being as you track your habits and gain insight into how to live a healthy, happy life. Whether you’re looking for a one-stop shop to track and improve your general well-being, or you want to focus on a specific area of your health, this journal is the perfect place to start. Divided into monthly chapters to help you stay on track 365 days of the year, My Fitness Tracker includes tips and advice on how to adopt a healthier lifestyle, along with lots of inspiration to keep you motivated. You’ll also find a variety of interactive pages where you can record your fitness journey, including: Your exercise goals and achievements How well you hydrate What you’re eating and where you can improve your diet How exercise and healthy eating affect your mood and sleeping habits Your alcohol int
Les merA "Cinderella"-inspired slow-burn historical romance with a paranormal twist set in Taisho-era Japan! A browbeaten and mistreated daughter is cast out of her home and sent to audition as a bridal candidate for the heir to one of the most powerful families in the land… For failing to inherit the boon of unusual power that is the Saimori birthright and bringing shame to the family name, mistreated Miyo is cast out to become another''s problem. Sent to the Kudo clan—itself preternaturally powerful—as a potential bride for its heir, Kiyoka, Miyo is surprised to experience kindness for the first time in her thus far sad life. Though the rumors make him out to be cold and haughty, Kiyoka Kudo quickly warms up to the Saimoris'' eldest daughter. Intrigued by the girl who stands worlds apart from the spoiled, social-climbing women who usually vie for his hand, Kiyoka soon comes to regard Miyo with affection. But though Miyo has found
Les merThe highly-anticipated second instalment in the CRIME trilogy, now a hit TV Series Justice can be a blunt instrument "Men like him usually tell the story. In business. Politics. Media. But not this time: I repeat, he is not writing this story." Ritchie Gulliver MP is dead. Castrated and left to bleed in an empty Leith warehouse. Vicious, racist and corrupt, many thought he had it coming. But nobody could have predicted this. After the life Gulliver has led, the suspects are many: corporate rivals, political opponents, the countless groups he''s offended. And the vulnerable and marginalised, who bore the brunt of his cruelty - those without a voice, without a choice, without a chance. As Detective Ray Lennox unravels the truth, and the list of brutal attacks grows, he must put his personal feelings aside. But one question refuses to go away... Who are the real victims h
Les merChristopher Lloyd has been writing a weekly column in "Country Life" since 1963. His prose is exciting; his knowledge is vast; his ideas are provocative, and what is the true test of a writer who has transcended his medium, he makes you laugh out loud. This book intends to capture the essence of Christopher Lloyd and of his garden at Great Dixter.
Les merAn underage girl who just lies there, sobbing, looking up at them...as they come to me one by one. This is the shocking true story of how a young girl from Rochdale came to be Girl A - the key witness in the trial of Britain's most notorious child sex ring. Girl A was just 14 when she was groomed by a group of nine Asian men.
Les merAlle mennesker har følelser, men hva er egentlig følelser? Denne vakre «titt bak klaffen»-boken er et ypperlig utgangspunkt for å snakke sammen om følelser - glede, tristhet, sinne, redsel og bekymringer. Herlige små dyrekarakterer i boken illustrerer ulike følelser, og under klaffene finner dere svar på spørsmål som «Hvorfor er jeg ikke glad hele tiden?» og «Hvordan kan jeg muntre opp vennen min?» En super bok for alle nysgjerrige og vitebegjærlige små barn. Boken inngår i serien Titt bak klaffen - bøker som er skreddersydde for de gode samtalene mellom voksne og barn.
Les merA Riveting Memoir of Cross-Cultural Romance at a Pivotal Moment in History When China opened its doors in the 1980s, it shocked the world by allowing private enterprise and free markets. As a foreign correspondent for BusinessWeek, Dori Jones Yang was among the first American journalists to cover China under Deng Xiaoping, who dared to defy Maoist doctrine as he rushed to catch up with richer nations. Fluent in Mandarin, she got to know ordinary Chinese people--who were embracing opportunities that had once been unimaginable in China. This deeply personal story follows her rise from rookie reporter to experienced journalist. Her cross-cultural romance gave her deeper insights into how Deng's reforms led to hopes for better lives. This euphoria--shared by American businesses and Chinese citizens alike--reached its peak in 1989, when peaceful protestors filled Tiananmen Square, demanding democracy. On the ground in Beijing, Dori lived that hop
Les merWho says ballet is just for swans? A flamingo is tickled pink when she befriends a ballerina in this funny, heartwarming story about dance and determination. When Fifi crash-lands in a pond near a ballet school, she mistakes the ballerinas balancing on one leg for fellow flamingos. She longs to be a dancer, too, but the mean swans who rule the pond say she''s not graceful enough. . . But when Fifi befriends Darcy, one of the young ballerinas, she learns that becoming a dancer isn''t just about looking good in pink. It takes lots of hard work and training! Will the ballet school''s show give Fifi a chance to show the swans that flamingos CAN dance? And can she help her new friend Darcy to overcome her stage fright?
Les merThe US has the largest and most powerful air force in the world - and a large portion of that strength is its strategic bomber fleet. The USAF has operated a range of jet bombers from the B-45 Tornado in 1948 right up to the B-1s, B-2s and B-52s of the present day. Author David Baker explores the history of America''s jet bomber fleet and looks in detail at every type that has seen operational service in defence of the free world.
Les merEven though you can''t see them, we all have feelings. Some feelings are fluffy and make us feel good. Some are sharp and make us unhappy. Sometimes we have fluffy and sharp feelings at the same time! It''s ok to have different types of feelings, but there are some things we can do to let the sharp feelings out when they get too big, or when we have too many. This picture book is ideal for children aged 5-10 to help them understand why they might experience different emotions, and what they can do to help them manage their emotions in a positive way. Written in simple language, this book will be an excellent tool for any child who finds it difficult to understand their emotions, particularly those with attachment difficulties, or a learning or developmental disability.
Les merA special edition of Julian Barnes's first novel with an introduction from the author and previously unseen archive material. Christopher and Toni found in each other the perfect companion for that universal adolescent pastime: smirking at the world as you find it.
Les mer''As funny as it''s intellectual, this page-turner about crashing and burning is spot-on about ambition, infatuation, theatre, film, ethics, teens, and everything else.'' Emma Donoghue, author of Room ''Witty...Earnest...Laugh-out-loud...Pitch-perfect'' New York Times When Cass - a thirty something year old queer playwright - receives a prestigious award, it seems as though her career is finally taking off. That is until she finds herself at the centre of a searing public shaming. Fleeing New York, Cass moves to L.A. to start anew. Once there, she is pulled into the orbit of her charismatic neighbour, a filmmaker who''s making an ethically murky documentary inspired by a group of teenage girls and their underground fight club. But just as Cass begins to dream of a comeback, the past starts to catch up with her and she is forced once more to reckon with her ambition and the chaos it creates. We Play Ourselves is a darkly
Les merThe startling, witty, highly anticipated second novel from the critically acclaimed author of Atmospheric Disturbances. The story begins in 1618, in the German duchy of W¿rttemberg. Plague is spreading. The Thirty Years'' War has begun, and fear and suspicion are in the air throughout the Holy Roman Empire. In the small town of Leonberg, Katharina Kepler is accused of being a witch. Katharina is an illiterate widow, known by her neighbors for her herbal remedies and the success of her children, including her eldest, Johannes, who is the Imperial Mathematician and renowned author of the laws of planetary motion. It''s enough to make anyone jealous, and Katharina has done herself no favors by being out and about and in everyone''s business. So when the deranged and insipid Ursula Reinbold (or as Katharina calls her, the Werewolf) accuses Katharina of offering her a bitter, witchy drink that has made her ill, Katharina is in trouble. Her scientist so
Les merOvalt posepennal som matcher 1. klasseskolesekkene fra Beckmann. Det ovale pennalet er romslig. Har egen plass til dine mest brukte blyanter, og en innvendig glidelåslomme. Utsiden er dekorert i matchende design som sekken, og kommer med utskiftbar button. 100% av tekstilet brukt i produksjon av pennalet er fra 5 resirkulerte plastflasker (rPET). Mål: 22,5×11×5cm Vekt: 115 Gram Volum: 0,9 liter Materiale: 100% rPET polyester fra resirkulerte plastflasker
Les merA once in a lifetime opportunity to see Hong Kong through the eyes of a legendary artist. Photography by Xeme (and friends) and art directed by Xeme himself this is a unique portrait of a place influx. This pocket size book is an artwork to itself and will transport readers instantly to the streets of today''s Hong Kong.
Les merA humorous and very personal guide written by Bill Bailey about his favourite British birds, complete with drawings, notes and cartoons by the comedian himself. ''When herons are spooked they have a habit of vomiting as a defence. Half-digested pieces of eel and water vole skull on your head is not a good look. Just so you know.'' Bill Bailey''s wonderfully charming and informative book on the birds he loves is now available as a handy, easy-to-carry pocket paperback. Packed with the comedian''s observations, illustrations and sketches, this edition is perfect for birdwatching expeditions, with new information for proper twitchers, including: ¿ A ''British Birds'' checklist ¿ A list of the best birdwatching sites in the UK ¿ Suggestions of bird spotting equipment ¿ Information about joining a birdwatching club Bailey takes us on a journey around the British Isles, zooming in on those birds that enthuse him the most. Whet
Les merIn the world of football there is no bigger rivalry than the Eagles v the Crows. Then there is twelve-year-old Alex, star of the Eagles team, who is about to learn a mind-boggling truth. With the semi-finals and final of the football competition fast approaching, the Crows resort to foul play. But can Alex and the Eagles overcome all the odds and defeat the Crows both on and off the football pitch?
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