Author: Gianni Rodari
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781592702848
Category : JUVENILE FICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Reminiscent of Scheherazade and One Thousand and One Nights, Gianni Rodari's Telephone Tales is many stories within a story. Every night, a traveling father must finish a bedtime story in the time that a single coin will buy. One night, it's a carousel that adults cannot comprehend, but whose operator must be some sort of magician, the next, it's a land filled with butter men who melt in the sunshine Awarded the Hans Christian Anderson Award in 1970, Gianni Rodari is widely considered to be Italy's most important children's author of the 20th century. Newly re-illustrated by Italian artist Valerio Vidali (The Forest), Telephone Tales entertains, while questioning and imagining other worlds.
Telephone Tales
Author: Gianni Rodari
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781592702848
Category : JUVENILE FICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Reminiscent of Scheherazade and One Thousand and One Nights, Gianni Rodari's Telephone Tales is many stories within a story. Every night, a traveling father must finish a bedtime story in the time that a single coin will buy. One night, it's a carousel that adults cannot comprehend, but whose operator must be some sort of magician, the next, it's a land filled with butter men who melt in the sunshine Awarded the Hans Christian Anderson Award in 1970, Gianni Rodari is widely considered to be Italy's most important children's author of the 20th century. Newly re-illustrated by Italian artist Valerio Vidali (The Forest), Telephone Tales entertains, while questioning and imagining other worlds.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781592702848
Category : JUVENILE FICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Reminiscent of Scheherazade and One Thousand and One Nights, Gianni Rodari's Telephone Tales is many stories within a story. Every night, a traveling father must finish a bedtime story in the time that a single coin will buy. One night, it's a carousel that adults cannot comprehend, but whose operator must be some sort of magician, the next, it's a land filled with butter men who melt in the sunshine Awarded the Hans Christian Anderson Award in 1970, Gianni Rodari is widely considered to be Italy's most important children's author of the 20th century. Newly re-illustrated by Italian artist Valerio Vidali (The Forest), Telephone Tales entertains, while questioning and imagining other worlds.
Once Upon a Marigold
Author: Jean Ferris
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780152050849
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
In this witty spoof of fairy tales, Christian, a commoner, falls for Princess Marigold, and it's up to him to untwist an odd love triangle and foil a scheming queen who wants to take over the kingdom.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780152050849
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
In this witty spoof of fairy tales, Christian, a commoner, falls for Princess Marigold, and it's up to him to untwist an odd love triangle and foil a scheming queen who wants to take over the kingdom.
The Pentamerone: Or, the Story of Stories
Author: Giambattista Basile
Publisher: Franklin Classics Trade Press
ISBN: 9780353598430
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Franklin Classics Trade Press
ISBN: 9780353598430
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Tales Teeth Tell
Author: Tanya M. Smith
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 0262348934
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
What human teeth can tell us about our evolution, development, and behavior . . . This fascinating, accessible study will “put a smile on your face with its weird facts about primate dentistry and the shrinking grins of modern-day humans” (Washington Post). Our teeth have intriguing stories to tell. These sophisticated time machines record growth, diet, and evolutionary history as clearly as tree rings map a redwood's lifespan. Each day of childhood is etched into tooth crowns and roots—capturing birth, nursing history, environmental clues, and illnesses. The study of ancient, fossilized teeth sheds light on how our ancestors grew up, how we evolved, and how prehistoric cultural transitions continue to affect humans today. In The Tales Teeth Tell, biological anthropologist Tanya Smith offers an engaging and surprising look at what teeth tell us about the evolution of primates—including our own uniqueness. Humans’ impressive set of varied teeth provides a multipurpose toolkit honed by the diet choices of our mammalian ancestors. Fossil teeth, highly resilient because of their substantial mineral content, are all that is left of some long-extinct species. Smith explains how researchers employ painstaking techniques to coax microscopic secrets from these enigmatic remains. Counting tiny daily lines provides a way to estimate age that is more powerful than any other forensic technique. Dental plaque—so carefully removed by dental hygienists today—records our ancestors' behavior and health in the form of fossilized food particles and bacteria, including their DNA. Smith also traces the grisly origins of dentistry, reveals that the urge to pick one’s teeth is not unique to humans, and illuminates the age-old pursuit of “dental art.” The book is generously illustrated with original photographs, many in color.
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 0262348934
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
What human teeth can tell us about our evolution, development, and behavior . . . This fascinating, accessible study will “put a smile on your face with its weird facts about primate dentistry and the shrinking grins of modern-day humans” (Washington Post). Our teeth have intriguing stories to tell. These sophisticated time machines record growth, diet, and evolutionary history as clearly as tree rings map a redwood's lifespan. Each day of childhood is etched into tooth crowns and roots—capturing birth, nursing history, environmental clues, and illnesses. The study of ancient, fossilized teeth sheds light on how our ancestors grew up, how we evolved, and how prehistoric cultural transitions continue to affect humans today. In The Tales Teeth Tell, biological anthropologist Tanya Smith offers an engaging and surprising look at what teeth tell us about the evolution of primates—including our own uniqueness. Humans’ impressive set of varied teeth provides a multipurpose toolkit honed by the diet choices of our mammalian ancestors. Fossil teeth, highly resilient because of their substantial mineral content, are all that is left of some long-extinct species. Smith explains how researchers employ painstaking techniques to coax microscopic secrets from these enigmatic remains. Counting tiny daily lines provides a way to estimate age that is more powerful than any other forensic technique. Dental plaque—so carefully removed by dental hygienists today—records our ancestors' behavior and health in the form of fossilized food particles and bacteria, including their DNA. Smith also traces the grisly origins of dentistry, reveals that the urge to pick one’s teeth is not unique to humans, and illuminates the age-old pursuit of “dental art.” The book is generously illustrated with original photographs, many in color.
Tales of the Kingdom
Author: David Mains
Publisher: Mainstay Ministries
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
Action, intrigue, and danger follow Scarboy wherever he goes, especially in the Enchanted City, where the “imperfect” are cast away and orphans are enslaved. Scarboy manages to escape the evil Enchanter to safety in Great Park, but has yet to confront his greatest fear—and he’ll need enormous courage to conquer it! An exciting series from best-selling authors David and Karen Mains, the gold-medallion award-winning Tales of the Kingdom offers fast-paced action and exciting storytelling with a enduring Christian message. Enjoy these classic allegories teach kids and adults the importance of trusting God as they unveil fundamental truths about good and evil.
Publisher: Mainstay Ministries
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
Action, intrigue, and danger follow Scarboy wherever he goes, especially in the Enchanted City, where the “imperfect” are cast away and orphans are enslaved. Scarboy manages to escape the evil Enchanter to safety in Great Park, but has yet to confront his greatest fear—and he’ll need enormous courage to conquer it! An exciting series from best-selling authors David and Karen Mains, the gold-medallion award-winning Tales of the Kingdom offers fast-paced action and exciting storytelling with a enduring Christian message. Enjoy these classic allegories teach kids and adults the importance of trusting God as they unveil fundamental truths about good and evil.
The Book of Lost Tales
Author: John Ronald Reuel Tolkien
Publisher: Collins Educational
ISBN: 9780048232656
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 398
Book Description
Publisher: Collins Educational
ISBN: 9780048232656
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 398
Book Description
Tales of Wonder
Author: Jack Zipes
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781517902599
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A pictorial history of fairy-tale postcards from the late 19th century to the present, this volume presents a fascinating look at how key scenes of fairy tales have been rendered over time, suggesting a rethinking and reliving of the tales through the years. Full color. 12 x 12.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781517902599
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A pictorial history of fairy-tale postcards from the late 19th century to the present, this volume presents a fascinating look at how key scenes of fairy tales have been rendered over time, suggesting a rethinking and reliving of the tales through the years. Full color. 12 x 12.
Tales from the Empire: Star Wars Legends
Author: Peter Schweighofer
Publisher: Random House Worlds
ISBN: 9780553578768
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Culled from the pages of the Star Wars Adventure Journal, one of the most popular Star Wars magazines in the field today, comes this exciting new short-story collection. Here are stories from such award-winning and New York Times bestselling authors as Timothy Zahn, Michael A. Stackpole and Kathy Tyers as well as exciting newcomers, including Erin Endom, Laurie Burns, and Patricia A. Jackson. From the desperate flight of a civilian mail courier carrying vital Rebel intelligence through an Imperial blockade, to a suicidal commando raid on an impregnable Imperial prison, to a Corellian smuggler mysteriously hired by an actor turned Jedi Knight turned Imperial assassin for one final transformation, these tales capture all the high adventure, imaginative genius, and nonstop action that are the hallmarks of the Star Wars saga. What's more, the centerpiece of this magnificent collection is the short novel Side Trip, the first-ever collaboration between Timothy Zahn and Michael A. Stackpole, in which a freighter smuggling arms for the Rebels is commandeered by an Imperial Star Destroyer led by a mysterious helmeted figure who claims to be the notorious bounty hunter Jodo Kast. It is all part of a devious plan that includes Hal and Corran Horn, who are working undercover to nail the infamous Corellian warlord Zekka Thyne. But one slip-up can get them all killed. Collected for the first time, Star Wars(r): Tales from the Empire is one book no fan will want to be without. (r), TM and (c) 1997 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.
Publisher: Random House Worlds
ISBN: 9780553578768
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Culled from the pages of the Star Wars Adventure Journal, one of the most popular Star Wars magazines in the field today, comes this exciting new short-story collection. Here are stories from such award-winning and New York Times bestselling authors as Timothy Zahn, Michael A. Stackpole and Kathy Tyers as well as exciting newcomers, including Erin Endom, Laurie Burns, and Patricia A. Jackson. From the desperate flight of a civilian mail courier carrying vital Rebel intelligence through an Imperial blockade, to a suicidal commando raid on an impregnable Imperial prison, to a Corellian smuggler mysteriously hired by an actor turned Jedi Knight turned Imperial assassin for one final transformation, these tales capture all the high adventure, imaginative genius, and nonstop action that are the hallmarks of the Star Wars saga. What's more, the centerpiece of this magnificent collection is the short novel Side Trip, the first-ever collaboration between Timothy Zahn and Michael A. Stackpole, in which a freighter smuggling arms for the Rebels is commandeered by an Imperial Star Destroyer led by a mysterious helmeted figure who claims to be the notorious bounty hunter Jodo Kast. It is all part of a devious plan that includes Hal and Corran Horn, who are working undercover to nail the infamous Corellian warlord Zekka Thyne. But one slip-up can get them all killed. Collected for the first time, Star Wars(r): Tales from the Empire is one book no fan will want to be without. (r), TM and (c) 1997 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.
Tales and Translation
Author: Cay Dollerup
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
ISBN: 9027299757
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Dealing with the most translated work of German literature, the Tales of the brothers Grimm (1812-1815), this book discusses their history, notably in relation to Denmark and subsequently other nations from 1816 to 1986. The Danish intelligentsia responded enthusiastically to the tales and some were immediately translated into Danish by a nobleman and by the foremost Romantic poet. Their renditions remained in print for a century and embued the tales with high prestige. This book discusses translators, approaches, and other parameters such as copyright, and changes in target audiences. The tales’ social acceptability inspired Hans Christian Andersen to write his celebrated fairytales. Combined, the Grimm and Andersen tales came to constitute the ‘international fairytale’.This genre was born in processes of translation and, today, it is rooted more firmly in the world of translation than in national literatures. This book thus addresses issues of interest to literary, cross-cultural studies and translation.
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
ISBN: 9027299757
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Dealing with the most translated work of German literature, the Tales of the brothers Grimm (1812-1815), this book discusses their history, notably in relation to Denmark and subsequently other nations from 1816 to 1986. The Danish intelligentsia responded enthusiastically to the tales and some were immediately translated into Danish by a nobleman and by the foremost Romantic poet. Their renditions remained in print for a century and embued the tales with high prestige. This book discusses translators, approaches, and other parameters such as copyright, and changes in target audiences. The tales’ social acceptability inspired Hans Christian Andersen to write his celebrated fairytales. Combined, the Grimm and Andersen tales came to constitute the ‘international fairytale’.This genre was born in processes of translation and, today, it is rooted more firmly in the world of translation than in national literatures. This book thus addresses issues of interest to literary, cross-cultural studies and translation.
The Tales of Elveron
Author: D.J. Price
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1645848159
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 345
Book Description
The Tales of Elveron: Book One is a sword-and-sorrcery fantasy set in the magical world of Elveron. The high preistess Lady Clair Everrose and her childhood friend Valin Hawkwing embark on an epic quest pursuing a race against time as the evil tyrant King Velro Othrom seeks to restore his powers... But are his plans deeper than that, or is there something else in the shadows awaiting to reveal itself? The perils of their quest are filled with dangers of all sorts hidden around every corner. Journey through the mountains, forests, and the vast lands in the world of Elveron as Lady Clair and Valin forge countless friendships, discover many relics and treasures of untold power, are faced with the greatest challenges of their lives. Will they become our heroes and rise to become legends for all of time? Or will the tyrant king prevail against our “heroes”? But with a fall of one evil, another always rises in its place. With new horizons, the “heroes,” having attained new powers, now face a mysterious group of necromancers with plans to unleash an evil unlike anything seen before in the world of Elveron. Will the new threat be more than what the heroes can handle? If they are, will the outcome be without loss on both sides? Mystic visions have been foretold of a time when Lady Clair would become queen and bring hope of everlasting peace to the world of Elveron. Lady Clair hopes it is so...but doubts such a peace can last as the fate of two worlds may be intertwined together in a mystery waiting to be revealed. In a land of adventure, full of tales and wonder of unending stories. That is the Epic Saga of The Tales of Elveron...
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1645848159
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 345
Book Description
The Tales of Elveron: Book One is a sword-and-sorrcery fantasy set in the magical world of Elveron. The high preistess Lady Clair Everrose and her childhood friend Valin Hawkwing embark on an epic quest pursuing a race against time as the evil tyrant King Velro Othrom seeks to restore his powers... But are his plans deeper than that, or is there something else in the shadows awaiting to reveal itself? The perils of their quest are filled with dangers of all sorts hidden around every corner. Journey through the mountains, forests, and the vast lands in the world of Elveron as Lady Clair and Valin forge countless friendships, discover many relics and treasures of untold power, are faced with the greatest challenges of their lives. Will they become our heroes and rise to become legends for all of time? Or will the tyrant king prevail against our “heroes”? But with a fall of one evil, another always rises in its place. With new horizons, the “heroes,” having attained new powers, now face a mysterious group of necromancers with plans to unleash an evil unlike anything seen before in the world of Elveron. Will the new threat be more than what the heroes can handle? If they are, will the outcome be without loss on both sides? Mystic visions have been foretold of a time when Lady Clair would become queen and bring hope of everlasting peace to the world of Elveron. Lady Clair hopes it is so...but doubts such a peace can last as the fate of two worlds may be intertwined together in a mystery waiting to be revealed. In a land of adventure, full of tales and wonder of unending stories. That is the Epic Saga of The Tales of Elveron...