Author: Constance Haughton
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595381472
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Paul is an endearing baby sparrow. He is not as strong as his brothers and sisters, so struggles to survive away from the safety of his mother's nest. Luckily for Paul he meets Maggie Mouse, who becomes a trusted and loyal friend. There follows a series of adventures, and many interesting and comic characters emerge, such as Brownie Big Toe, Doctor Knowalott and Sylvia Swan. The origins of this story go back to the 1950's, and contain non-fictional characters also. The children Sheenagh and Mary Rose are the author's children, and Ginger Odd Eyes was the family cat. The book's delightful illustrations have been provided by three of the author's grandchildren.
The Adventures of Paul Sparrow
Author: Constance Haughton
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595381472
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Paul is an endearing baby sparrow. He is not as strong as his brothers and sisters, so struggles to survive away from the safety of his mother's nest. Luckily for Paul he meets Maggie Mouse, who becomes a trusted and loyal friend. There follows a series of adventures, and many interesting and comic characters emerge, such as Brownie Big Toe, Doctor Knowalott and Sylvia Swan. The origins of this story go back to the 1950's, and contain non-fictional characters also. The children Sheenagh and Mary Rose are the author's children, and Ginger Odd Eyes was the family cat. The book's delightful illustrations have been provided by three of the author's grandchildren.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595381472
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Paul is an endearing baby sparrow. He is not as strong as his brothers and sisters, so struggles to survive away from the safety of his mother's nest. Luckily for Paul he meets Maggie Mouse, who becomes a trusted and loyal friend. There follows a series of adventures, and many interesting and comic characters emerge, such as Brownie Big Toe, Doctor Knowalott and Sylvia Swan. The origins of this story go back to the 1950's, and contain non-fictional characters also. The children Sheenagh and Mary Rose are the author's children, and Ginger Odd Eyes was the family cat. The book's delightful illustrations have been provided by three of the author's grandchildren.
The Sparrow
Author: Mary Doria Russell
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0345510887
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
A visionary work that combines speculative fiction with deep philosophical inquiry, The Sparrow tells the story of a charismatic Jesuit priest and linguist, Emilio Sandoz, who leads a scientific mission entrusted with a profound task: to make first contact with intelligent extraterrestrial life. The mission begins in faith, hope, and beauty, but a series of small misunderstandings brings it to a catastrophic end. Praise for The Sparrow “A startling, engrossing, and moral work of fiction.”—The New York Times Book Review “Important novels leave deep cracks in our beliefs, our prejudices, and our blinders. The Sparrow is one of them.”—Entertainment Weekly “Powerful . . . The Sparrow tackles a difficult subject with grace and intelligence.”—San Francisco Chronicle “Provocative, challenging . . . recalls both Arthur C. Clarke and H. G. Wells, with a dash of Ray Bradbury for good measure.”—The Dallas Morning News “[Mary Doria] Russell shows herself to be a skillful storyteller who subtly and expertly builds suspense.”—USA Today
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0345510887
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
A visionary work that combines speculative fiction with deep philosophical inquiry, The Sparrow tells the story of a charismatic Jesuit priest and linguist, Emilio Sandoz, who leads a scientific mission entrusted with a profound task: to make first contact with intelligent extraterrestrial life. The mission begins in faith, hope, and beauty, but a series of small misunderstandings brings it to a catastrophic end. Praise for The Sparrow “A startling, engrossing, and moral work of fiction.”—The New York Times Book Review “Important novels leave deep cracks in our beliefs, our prejudices, and our blinders. The Sparrow is one of them.”—Entertainment Weekly “Powerful . . . The Sparrow tackles a difficult subject with grace and intelligence.”—San Francisco Chronicle “Provocative, challenging . . . recalls both Arthur C. Clarke and H. G. Wells, with a dash of Ray Bradbury for good measure.”—The Dallas Morning News “[Mary Doria] Russell shows herself to be a skillful storyteller who subtly and expertly builds suspense.”—USA Today
The Age of Bronze
Author: Rob Kidd
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615271
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
When a charmed amulet goes missing and Jack and his crew become prime suspects, they must track down the dangerous duo that they believe to be the real thieves, and figure out the mystical power that the amulet holds.
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615271
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
When a charmed amulet goes missing and Jack and his crew become prime suspects, they must track down the dangerous duo that they believe to be the real thieves, and figure out the mystical power that the amulet holds.
The Sword of Cortes
Author: Rob Kidd
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615264
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Jack Sparrow has now gotten everything that he needs in order to use the all-powerful Sword of Cortâes, but he must still figure out how to master the Sword, get rid of the ghost of its former owner, and save his stranded crew.
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615264
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Jack Sparrow has now gotten everything that he needs in order to use the all-powerful Sword of Cortâes, but he must still figure out how to master the Sword, get rid of the ghost of its former owner, and save his stranded crew.
The Coming Storm
Author: Rob Kidd
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615233
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Teenage stowaway Jack Sparrow and his band of hoodlums are on a mission to find the legendary Sword of Cortâes which will grant them unimaginable power, but first they have to survive the power of the sea, vicious pirates, and ancient curses.
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615233
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Teenage stowaway Jack Sparrow and his band of hoodlums are on a mission to find the legendary Sword of Cortâes which will grant them unimaginable power, but first they have to survive the power of the sea, vicious pirates, and ancient curses.
City of Gold
Author: Rob Kidd
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615295
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Meet Jack Sparrow and his young pirate friends as they embark on a thrilling journey on the high seas. Their goal: to locate and procure the legendary Sword of Cortés, which will grant them unimaginable power. Jack and his crew return to New Orleans to find the entire city covered in precious metal--and ruled over by the nefarious Madamme Minuit. Can the combined crews of the Barnacle and the Fleur de la Mort defeat Madamme Minuit and her powerful allies? Spotlight is a division of ABDO and features licensed editions of popular fiction printed and bound specifically for the library market. Each Spotlight book is printed on the highest quality paper with reinforced library bindings.
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615295
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Meet Jack Sparrow and his young pirate friends as they embark on a thrilling journey on the high seas. Their goal: to locate and procure the legendary Sword of Cortés, which will grant them unimaginable power. Jack and his crew return to New Orleans to find the entire city covered in precious metal--and ruled over by the nefarious Madamme Minuit. Can the combined crews of the Barnacle and the Fleur de la Mort defeat Madamme Minuit and her powerful allies? Spotlight is a division of ABDO and features licensed editions of popular fiction printed and bound specifically for the library market. Each Spotlight book is printed on the highest quality paper with reinforced library bindings.
The Pony Cart Adventure
Author: Elva Hurst
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736960899
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
When eleven-year-old Elva finally finishes her chores on this beautiful summer morning, she hurries to the neighboring farm to see if her friend Linda can join her for an afternoon adventure. Come on along with the young Mennonite girls as they hitch up the pony, climb into the cart, and trot down the drive for a day filled with unexpected excitement. This charming story, the first in the Farm Life Series, is based on author Elva Hurst's growing-up years on the family farm and written for children from seven to eleven years old. Reminiscent of days gone by, this simple tale is full of good-hearted fun.
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736960899
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
When eleven-year-old Elva finally finishes her chores on this beautiful summer morning, she hurries to the neighboring farm to see if her friend Linda can join her for an afternoon adventure. Come on along with the young Mennonite girls as they hitch up the pony, climb into the cart, and trot down the drive for a day filled with unexpected excitement. This charming story, the first in the Farm Life Series, is based on author Elva Hurst's growing-up years on the family farm and written for children from seven to eleven years old. Reminiscent of days gone by, this simple tale is full of good-hearted fun.
The Siren Song
Author: Rob Kidd
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615240
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Still on a mission to find the legendary Sword of Cortâes, the crew of the Barnacle becomes entranced by an ethereal song that pulls them away from their mission, leaving Captain Jack Sparrow to find the source behind the dark spell.
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615240
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Still on a mission to find the legendary Sword of Cortâes, the crew of the Barnacle becomes entranced by an ethereal song that pulls them away from their mission, leaving Captain Jack Sparrow to find the source behind the dark spell.
Sparrow and Crowe
Author: Souza, Jared
Publisher: Hermes Press
ISBN: 9781613450758
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Complete in print for the first time -Sparrow & Crowe: The Demoniac of Los Angeles collects the occult mystery that Scott Snyder (Batman, American Vampire) called "one part The Exorcist, one part Elmore Leonard, and one part something all their own!" Once a popular psychologist and best-selling author, Dr. Xander Crowe began a downward spiral after he failed to save the life of a girl possessed by an ancient evil known as Adramelech. The tragedy has haunted Crowe since, reducing the once respected analyst of the mind to a drunken, two-bit occult detective, scraping together a living by performing seances and minor exorcisms with the help of his assistant, the gothic hacker-magician, Sparrow. The Demoniac of Los Angeles follows Dr. Xander Crowe and Sparrow as they face off against Crowe's biggest failure and greatest enemy - when Adramelech returns to possess the daughter of Los Angeles crime lord. It's a catch-22 for Sparrow and Crowe, as they find themselves caught between both Hell and the mob.
Publisher: Hermes Press
ISBN: 9781613450758
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Complete in print for the first time -Sparrow & Crowe: The Demoniac of Los Angeles collects the occult mystery that Scott Snyder (Batman, American Vampire) called "one part The Exorcist, one part Elmore Leonard, and one part something all their own!" Once a popular psychologist and best-selling author, Dr. Xander Crowe began a downward spiral after he failed to save the life of a girl possessed by an ancient evil known as Adramelech. The tragedy has haunted Crowe since, reducing the once respected analyst of the mind to a drunken, two-bit occult detective, scraping together a living by performing seances and minor exorcisms with the help of his assistant, the gothic hacker-magician, Sparrow. The Demoniac of Los Angeles follows Dr. Xander Crowe and Sparrow as they face off against Crowe's biggest failure and greatest enemy - when Adramelech returns to possess the daughter of Los Angeles crime lord. It's a catch-22 for Sparrow and Crowe, as they find themselves caught between both Hell and the mob.
The Pirate Chase
Author: Rob Kidd
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615257
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Meet Jack Sparrow and his young pirate friends as they embark on a thrilling journey on the high seas. Their goal: to locate and procure the legendary Sword of Cortés, which will grant them unimaginable power. Adventure-seeking teenager Jack Sparrow has assembled a motley crew, and they're on the quest of a lifetime. Their goal: to locate and procure the legendary Sword of Cortés, which will grant them unimaginable power. But will this ragtag team of adventurers survive their mission, or will they succumb to the power of the sea, vicious pirates, ancient curses, and stormy threats from the forces of nature? Spotlight is a division of ABDO and features licensed editions of popular fiction printed and bound specifically for the library market. Each Spotlight book is printed on the highest quality paper with reinforced library bindings.
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599615257
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Meet Jack Sparrow and his young pirate friends as they embark on a thrilling journey on the high seas. Their goal: to locate and procure the legendary Sword of Cortés, which will grant them unimaginable power. Adventure-seeking teenager Jack Sparrow has assembled a motley crew, and they're on the quest of a lifetime. Their goal: to locate and procure the legendary Sword of Cortés, which will grant them unimaginable power. But will this ragtag team of adventurers survive their mission, or will they succumb to the power of the sea, vicious pirates, ancient curses, and stormy threats from the forces of nature? Spotlight is a division of ABDO and features licensed editions of popular fiction printed and bound specifically for the library market. Each Spotlight book is printed on the highest quality paper with reinforced library bindings.