Author: Judith Ypeij
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1257758470
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Ever since she was a young girl Judith Ypeij was intrigued by the USA. In 2006 she finally decided to give up everything in The Netherlands and cross the United States by herself. It became a bicycle ride from Florida to California. During her trip she turned out to be one of the few who rode the route from east to west, into the wind. She had to deal with steep hills, great ranges in temperature and a limited budget but thanks to the limitless hospitality of the Americans she encountered during her trip it became an experience of a lifetime.
Into the wind, chasing my shadow
Author: Judith Ypeij
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1257758470
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Ever since she was a young girl Judith Ypeij was intrigued by the USA. In 2006 she finally decided to give up everything in The Netherlands and cross the United States by herself. It became a bicycle ride from Florida to California. During her trip she turned out to be one of the few who rode the route from east to west, into the wind. She had to deal with steep hills, great ranges in temperature and a limited budget but thanks to the limitless hospitality of the Americans she encountered during her trip it became an experience of a lifetime.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1257758470
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Ever since she was a young girl Judith Ypeij was intrigued by the USA. In 2006 she finally decided to give up everything in The Netherlands and cross the United States by herself. It became a bicycle ride from Florida to California. During her trip she turned out to be one of the few who rode the route from east to west, into the wind. She had to deal with steep hills, great ranges in temperature and a limited budget but thanks to the limitless hospitality of the Americans she encountered during her trip it became an experience of a lifetime.
The Shadow of the Wind
Author: Carlos Ruiz Zafon
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101147067
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
The New York Times bestseller “The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero.” —Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) “One gorgeous read.” —Stephen King Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer’s son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julián Carax. But when he sets out to find the author’s other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax’s books in existence. Soon Daniel’s seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona’s darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101147067
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
The New York Times bestseller “The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero.” —Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) “One gorgeous read.” —Stephen King Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer’s son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julián Carax. But when he sets out to find the author’s other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax’s books in existence. Soon Daniel’s seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona’s darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.
Sundust
Author: Brendan O'Connell
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1434996018
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1434996018
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Dog Psalms
Author: Herbert Brokering
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers
ISBN: 1506494463
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 149
Book Description
A whimsical, earnest tribute to the hidden spiritual wisdom of our canine companions. Dog Psalms is a heartwarming illustrated book that celebrates the spiritual gifts our canine companions offer. By turns humorous, serious, and always deeply insightful, it is perfect for the dog-lover attuned to the insight of these loyal mystics in our midst.
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers
ISBN: 1506494463
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 149
Book Description
A whimsical, earnest tribute to the hidden spiritual wisdom of our canine companions. Dog Psalms is a heartwarming illustrated book that celebrates the spiritual gifts our canine companions offer. By turns humorous, serious, and always deeply insightful, it is perfect for the dog-lover attuned to the insight of these loyal mystics in our midst.
My Poetry Speaks
Author: Monique Renee Trotter
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982277378
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
Step into a unique world of longing, wish fulfillment, and enlightenment. My Poetry Speaks is definitely from the heart of a poet who strives for greatness and prosperity.
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1982277378
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
Step into a unique world of longing, wish fulfillment, and enlightenment. My Poetry Speaks is definitely from the heart of a poet who strives for greatness and prosperity.
Chasing Shadows
Author: Swati Avasthi
Publisher:
ISBN: 0375863435
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
"Originally published in hardcover in the United States by Alfred A. Knopf, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Random House LLC, a Penguin Random House Company, New York, in 2013."
Publisher:
ISBN: 0375863435
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
"Originally published in hardcover in the United States by Alfred A. Knopf, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Random House LLC, a Penguin Random House Company, New York, in 2013."
Haiku Applecart
Author: Susan August
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 143032340X
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Haiku Applecart is the first collection of contemporary American haiku authored by Susan August. It contains 360 haiku, and addresses various themes: in season, here and there, at the table, creature features, at play, two legged beasts, at work, and whatnots. The haiku ranges from scenic to whimsical, philosophical, and beyond.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 143032340X
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Haiku Applecart is the first collection of contemporary American haiku authored by Susan August. It contains 360 haiku, and addresses various themes: in season, here and there, at the table, creature features, at play, two legged beasts, at work, and whatnots. The haiku ranges from scenic to whimsical, philosophical, and beyond.
Shadows Of Time
Author: L.N Keeter
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0359793339
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Following a cataclysmic storm, Shadow wakes up with little-to-no memory of their previous life and a mysterious set of new powers. Having no control over their time-traveling ability is one thing, but toss in a rambunctious, adventure seeking, seventeen year old flapper and a cult of Reapers hell-bent on destroying them both, Shadow has gotten into a lot more trouble then what they bargained for...
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0359793339
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Following a cataclysmic storm, Shadow wakes up with little-to-no memory of their previous life and a mysterious set of new powers. Having no control over their time-traveling ability is one thing, but toss in a rambunctious, adventure seeking, seventeen year old flapper and a cult of Reapers hell-bent on destroying them both, Shadow has gotten into a lot more trouble then what they bargained for...
Shadow Weaver
Author: MarcyKate Connolly
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1492649961
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Fans of Coraline, Doll Bones and The Night Gardener will devour this award winning dark fantasy about twelve-year-old Emmeline who is desperate to save the only friend she has ... her own shadow. But what happens when her shadow starts craving a life of its own? A Texas Bluebonnet Nominee Emmeline's gift to control and manipulate shadows makes her the subject of mockery...and fear. Forbidden to leave home by her parents, Emmeline's closest confidant is her own shadow, Dar. When a noble stranger visits and offers her parents a cure, Emmeline is terrified of losing her power—and her only friend. So Dar proposes a deal: she will change the noble's mind if Emmeline will help her become flesh. When the man ends up in a coma, Emmeline is stunned—and blamed. Now forced to flee, her only hope of clearing her name is to find a way to give the shadow she's no longer sure she can trust what it craves—life. With the gripping feel of a new classic, award winning Shadow Weaver will enthrall middle school readers who love fantasy, magic, and danger. Perfect for 5th grade and above.
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1492649961
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Fans of Coraline, Doll Bones and The Night Gardener will devour this award winning dark fantasy about twelve-year-old Emmeline who is desperate to save the only friend she has ... her own shadow. But what happens when her shadow starts craving a life of its own? A Texas Bluebonnet Nominee Emmeline's gift to control and manipulate shadows makes her the subject of mockery...and fear. Forbidden to leave home by her parents, Emmeline's closest confidant is her own shadow, Dar. When a noble stranger visits and offers her parents a cure, Emmeline is terrified of losing her power—and her only friend. So Dar proposes a deal: she will change the noble's mind if Emmeline will help her become flesh. When the man ends up in a coma, Emmeline is stunned—and blamed. Now forced to flee, her only hope of clearing her name is to find a way to give the shadow she's no longer sure she can trust what it craves—life. With the gripping feel of a new classic, award winning Shadow Weaver will enthrall middle school readers who love fantasy, magic, and danger. Perfect for 5th grade and above.
The Underworld Chronicles: Books 1 - 3
Author: Jennifer Nielsen
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1492698008
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 479
Book Description
Experience all three tales of the Underworld Chronicles in one volume! It all starts on Halloween night, when Elliot Penster chases off some bullies attacking a girl in a brownie costume—except she wasn't in costume. And her attackers weren't bullies, but goblins! What Elliot thought was a simple act of bravery sets into motion an adventure beyond anything he could have ever imagine. By his eleventh birthday Elliot will be named the King of the Brownies, provoke a war with the goblins, wind up alone in the Underworld on a quest to Demon Territory. Join Elliot on his epic journey through the dangerously thrilling Underworld. But before you start, you should know that an entire floor of St. Phobics Hospital for Really Scared Children has been set aside just for readers of this series. You may wish to take a minute before you start reading and reserve yourself a bed there.
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1492698008
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 479
Book Description
Experience all three tales of the Underworld Chronicles in one volume! It all starts on Halloween night, when Elliot Penster chases off some bullies attacking a girl in a brownie costume—except she wasn't in costume. And her attackers weren't bullies, but goblins! What Elliot thought was a simple act of bravery sets into motion an adventure beyond anything he could have ever imagine. By his eleventh birthday Elliot will be named the King of the Brownies, provoke a war with the goblins, wind up alone in the Underworld on a quest to Demon Territory. Join Elliot on his epic journey through the dangerously thrilling Underworld. But before you start, you should know that an entire floor of St. Phobics Hospital for Really Scared Children has been set aside just for readers of this series. You may wish to take a minute before you start reading and reserve yourself a bed there.