Author: Catherine and Louise d'Ancey
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1312443219
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Grandpa invited James and his little bear, Pilgrimage, to visit him at Mont St Michel. What an adventure! Come along with the young travelers and learn more about Saint Michael, and the Mont. A delightful story to read aloud and enjoy as a family.
Pilgrimage Panda and his Saint Michael Adventure
Author: Catherine and Louise d'Ancey
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1312443219
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Grandpa invited James and his little bear, Pilgrimage, to visit him at Mont St Michel. What an adventure! Come along with the young travelers and learn more about Saint Michael, and the Mont. A delightful story to read aloud and enjoy as a family.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1312443219
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Grandpa invited James and his little bear, Pilgrimage, to visit him at Mont St Michel. What an adventure! Come along with the young travelers and learn more about Saint Michael, and the Mont. A delightful story to read aloud and enjoy as a family.
Journey to the West
Author: Wu Cheng'en
Publisher: Lebooks Editora
ISBN: 6558946017
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 375
Book Description
Journey to the West is a seminal work that delves into themes of spiritual growth, perseverance, and the interplay between divine intervention and human agency. Written by Wu Cheng'en, this classic novel weaves mythology, philosophy, and humor to narrate the adventures of a Buddhist monk, Tang Sanzang, and his three disciples — Sun Wukong (the Monkey King), Zhu Bajie (Pigsy), and Sha Wujing (Sandy). Together, they embark on a journey to retrieve sacred scriptures, confronting internal and external obstacles that test their resolve and character. Since its publication, Journey to the West has been celebrated for its rich symbolism and intricate storytelling. The novel's exploration of redemption, teamwork, and self-mastery has resonated across cultures, inspiring adaptations in various media, including operas, films, and television series. Sun Wukong, in particular, has become an enduring figure, representing rebellion, cleverness, and transformation in the face of adversity. The novel's timeless appeal lies in its ability to blend spiritual teachings with an engaging narrative. By portraying the struggles and growth of its characters, Journey to the West offers profound reflections on the human condition, making it a cornerstone of Chinese literature and a source of inspiration for audiences worldwide.
Publisher: Lebooks Editora
ISBN: 6558946017
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 375
Book Description
Journey to the West is a seminal work that delves into themes of spiritual growth, perseverance, and the interplay between divine intervention and human agency. Written by Wu Cheng'en, this classic novel weaves mythology, philosophy, and humor to narrate the adventures of a Buddhist monk, Tang Sanzang, and his three disciples — Sun Wukong (the Monkey King), Zhu Bajie (Pigsy), and Sha Wujing (Sandy). Together, they embark on a journey to retrieve sacred scriptures, confronting internal and external obstacles that test their resolve and character. Since its publication, Journey to the West has been celebrated for its rich symbolism and intricate storytelling. The novel's exploration of redemption, teamwork, and self-mastery has resonated across cultures, inspiring adaptations in various media, including operas, films, and television series. Sun Wukong, in particular, has become an enduring figure, representing rebellion, cleverness, and transformation in the face of adversity. The novel's timeless appeal lies in its ability to blend spiritual teachings with an engaging narrative. By portraying the struggles and growth of its characters, Journey to the West offers profound reflections on the human condition, making it a cornerstone of Chinese literature and a source of inspiration for audiences worldwide.
The Golden Ocean
Author: Patrick O'Brian
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 9780393036305
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
Commodore (late Admiral) Anson's fatefaul circumnavigation of the globe in 1740, wherein Anson and his men encounter disaster, disease, and astonishing success, is the ground to The Golden Ocean. Here ia a tale certain to please not only admirers of O'Brian's work but also any reader with an adventurous soul.
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 9780393036305
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
Commodore (late Admiral) Anson's fatefaul circumnavigation of the globe in 1740, wherein Anson and his men encounter disaster, disease, and astonishing success, is the ground to The Golden Ocean. Here ia a tale certain to please not only admirers of O'Brian's work but also any reader with an adventurous soul.
The DVD-laser Disc Newsletter
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Category : Videodiscs
Languages : en
Pages : 308
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Category : Videodiscs
Languages : en
Pages : 308
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The Hemingway Newsletter
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Languages : en
Pages : 272
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Languages : en
Pages : 272
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Athenaeum Items
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Languages : en
Pages : 224
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Pages : 224
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Love with a Chance of Drowning
Author: Torre DeRoche
Publisher: Hachette+ORM
ISBN: 1401342914
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
New love. Exotic destinations. A once-in-a-lifetime adventure. What could go wrong? City girl Torre DeRoche isn't looking for love, but a chance encounter in a San Francisco bar sparks an instant connection with a soulful Argentinean man who unexpectedly sweeps her off her feet. The problem? He's just about to cast the dock lines and voyage around the world on his small sailboat, and Torre is terrified of deep water. However, lovesick Torre determines that to keep the man of her dreams, she must embark on the voyage of her nightmares, so she waves good-bye to dry land and braces for a life-changing journey that's as exhilarating as it is terrifying. Somewhere mid-Pacific, she finds herself battling to keep the old boat, the new relationship, and her floundering sanity afloat. . . . This sometimes hilarious, often harrowing, and always poignant memoir is set against a backdrop of the world's most beautiful and remote destinations. Equal parts love story and travel memoir, Love with a Chance of Drowning is witty, charming, and proof positive that there are some risks worth taking.
Publisher: Hachette+ORM
ISBN: 1401342914
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
New love. Exotic destinations. A once-in-a-lifetime adventure. What could go wrong? City girl Torre DeRoche isn't looking for love, but a chance encounter in a San Francisco bar sparks an instant connection with a soulful Argentinean man who unexpectedly sweeps her off her feet. The problem? He's just about to cast the dock lines and voyage around the world on his small sailboat, and Torre is terrified of deep water. However, lovesick Torre determines that to keep the man of her dreams, she must embark on the voyage of her nightmares, so she waves good-bye to dry land and braces for a life-changing journey that's as exhilarating as it is terrifying. Somewhere mid-Pacific, she finds herself battling to keep the old boat, the new relationship, and her floundering sanity afloat. . . . This sometimes hilarious, often harrowing, and always poignant memoir is set against a backdrop of the world's most beautiful and remote destinations. Equal parts love story and travel memoir, Love with a Chance of Drowning is witty, charming, and proof positive that there are some risks worth taking.
Athenaeum Items
Author: Boston Athenaeum
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 322
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Languages : en
Pages : 322
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Books in Print
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Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 2204
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Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 2204
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The Writers Directory
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Category : Authors, American
Languages : en
Pages : 570
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Category : Authors, American
Languages : en
Pages : 570
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