Author: Holly Webb
Publisher: Tiger Tales
ISBN: 9781680101706
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Hannah has always wanted a dog and can’t believe her luck when her parents finally say that they can adopt one. Better yet, they’re getting a Dalmatian—Hannah’s dream dog. Oscar loves Hannah and soon settles into his new home. But as it gets closer to Christmas, Hannah needs to rehearse for her school play, and she has less and less time for long walks and games with her puppy. Oscar feels lonely and neglected. Why doesn’t Hannah want to spend time with him anymore?
Oscar's Lonely Christmas
Author: Holly Webb
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1680104489
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Hannah has always wanted a dog and can’t believe her luck when her parents finally say that they can adopt one. Better yet, they’re getting a Dalmatian—Hannah’s dream dog. Oscar loves Hannah and soon settles into his new home. But as it gets closer to Christmas, Hannah needs to rehearse for her school play, and she has less and less time for long walks and games with her puppy. Oscar feels lonely and neglected. Why doesn’t Hannah want to spend time with him anymore?
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1680104489
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Hannah has always wanted a dog and can’t believe her luck when her parents finally say that they can adopt one. Better yet, they’re getting a Dalmatian—Hannah’s dream dog. Oscar loves Hannah and soon settles into his new home. But as it gets closer to Christmas, Hannah needs to rehearse for her school play, and she has less and less time for long walks and games with her puppy. Oscar feels lonely and neglected. Why doesn’t Hannah want to spend time with him anymore?
The Negro Motorist Green Book
Author: Victor H. Green
Publisher: Colchis Books
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
The Negro Motorist Green Book was a groundbreaking guide that provided African American travelers with crucial information on safe places to stay, eat, and visit during the era of segregation in the United States. This essential resource, originally published from 1936 to 1966, offered a lifeline to black motorists navigating a deeply divided nation, helping them avoid the dangers and indignities of racism on the road. More than just a travel guide, The Negro Motorist Green Book stands as a powerful symbol of resilience and resistance in the face of oppression, offering a poignant glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of the African American experience in the 20th century.
Publisher: Colchis Books
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
The Negro Motorist Green Book was a groundbreaking guide that provided African American travelers with crucial information on safe places to stay, eat, and visit during the era of segregation in the United States. This essential resource, originally published from 1936 to 1966, offered a lifeline to black motorists navigating a deeply divided nation, helping them avoid the dangers and indignities of racism on the road. More than just a travel guide, The Negro Motorist Green Book stands as a powerful symbol of resilience and resistance in the face of oppression, offering a poignant glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of the African American experience in the 20th century.
Oscar's Ghost
Author: Laura Lee
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445662590
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 758
Book Description
The dramatic story of the legal and emotional battle that raged between two of Oscar Wilde's closest friends – both former lovers – following the playwright's death
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445662590
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 758
Book Description
The dramatic story of the legal and emotional battle that raged between two of Oscar Wilde's closest friends – both former lovers – following the playwright's death
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
Author: Junot Diaz
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 0571246206
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
Things have never been easy for Oscar. A ghetto nerd living with his Dominican family in New Jersey, he's sweet but disastrously overweight. He dreams of becoming the next J.R.R. Tolkien and he keeps falling hopelessly in love. Poor Oscar may never get what he wants, thanks to the Fukú - the curse that has haunted his family for generations. With dazzling energy and insight Díaz immerses us in the tumultuous lives of Oscar; his runaway sister Lola; their beautiful mother Belicia; and in the family's uproarious journey from the Dominican Republic to the US and back. Rendered with uncommon warmth and humour, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao is a literary triumph, that confirms Junot Díaz as one of the most exciting writers of our time.
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 0571246206
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
Things have never been easy for Oscar. A ghetto nerd living with his Dominican family in New Jersey, he's sweet but disastrously overweight. He dreams of becoming the next J.R.R. Tolkien and he keeps falling hopelessly in love. Poor Oscar may never get what he wants, thanks to the Fukú - the curse that has haunted his family for generations. With dazzling energy and insight Díaz immerses us in the tumultuous lives of Oscar; his runaway sister Lola; their beautiful mother Belicia; and in the family's uproarious journey from the Dominican Republic to the US and back. Rendered with uncommon warmth and humour, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao is a literary triumph, that confirms Junot Díaz as one of the most exciting writers of our time.
Alternate Oscars
Author: Danny Peary
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780671712396
Category : Academy Awards (Motion pictures)
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
The author looks at the movies, actors and actresses he feels deserved Oscars but didn't get them. Looking at each year from 1927, Peary lists the nominees and winners of each season and explains why the wrong film or person was frequently honoured.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780671712396
Category : Academy Awards (Motion pictures)
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
The author looks at the movies, actors and actresses he feels deserved Oscars but didn't get them. Looking at each year from 1927, Peary lists the nominees and winners of each season and explains why the wrong film or person was frequently honoured.
Pet Rescue Adventures Puppy Tales Collection: Paw-Fect 4 Book Set
Author: Holly Webb
Publisher: Pet Rescue Adventures
ISBN: 1680104942
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
This boxed set includes four delightful books from the best-selling chapter book series, Pet Rescue Adventures. Four best-selling chapter books are included in this boxed set, Puppy Tales Collection, from the Pet Rescue Adventures series. Included are: The Unwanted Puppy, The Sad Puppy, The Homesick Puppy, and Jessie the Lonely Puppy. Pet Rescue Adventures is a series of heartwarming animal tales. Each book focuses on one kitten or puppy and their unique journey to find their new "forever home". A wonderful collection of heartwarming tales, perfect for animal lovers!
Publisher: Pet Rescue Adventures
ISBN: 1680104942
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
This boxed set includes four delightful books from the best-selling chapter book series, Pet Rescue Adventures. Four best-selling chapter books are included in this boxed set, Puppy Tales Collection, from the Pet Rescue Adventures series. Included are: The Unwanted Puppy, The Sad Puppy, The Homesick Puppy, and Jessie the Lonely Puppy. Pet Rescue Adventures is a series of heartwarming animal tales. Each book focuses on one kitten or puppy and their unique journey to find their new "forever home". A wonderful collection of heartwarming tales, perfect for animal lovers!
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian (National Book Award Winner)
Author: Sherman Alexie
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316219304
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
A New York Times bestseller—over one million copies sold! A National Book Award winner A Boston Globe-Horn Book Award winner Bestselling author Sherman Alexie tells the story of Junior, a budding cartoonist growing up on the Spokane Indian Reservation. Determined to take his future into his own hands, Junior leaves his troubled school on the rez to attend an all-white farm town high school where the only other Indian is the school mascot. Heartbreaking, funny, and beautifully written, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, which is based on the author's own experiences, coupled with poignant drawings by Ellen Forney that reflect the character's art, chronicles the contemporary adolescence of one Native American boy as he attempts to break away from the life he was destined to live. With a forward by Markus Zusak, interviews with Sherman Alexie and Ellen Forney, and black-and-white interior art throughout, this edition is perfect for fans and collectors alike.
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316219304
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
A New York Times bestseller—over one million copies sold! A National Book Award winner A Boston Globe-Horn Book Award winner Bestselling author Sherman Alexie tells the story of Junior, a budding cartoonist growing up on the Spokane Indian Reservation. Determined to take his future into his own hands, Junior leaves his troubled school on the rez to attend an all-white farm town high school where the only other Indian is the school mascot. Heartbreaking, funny, and beautifully written, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, which is based on the author's own experiences, coupled with poignant drawings by Ellen Forney that reflect the character's art, chronicles the contemporary adolescence of one Native American boy as he attempts to break away from the life he was destined to live. With a forward by Markus Zusak, interviews with Sherman Alexie and Ellen Forney, and black-and-white interior art throughout, this edition is perfect for fans and collectors alike.
Oscar and the Lady in Pink
Author: ERIC-EMMANUEL. SCHMITT
Publisher: Atlantic Books (UK)
ISBN: 9780857891761
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher: Atlantic Books (UK)
ISBN: 9780857891761
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Jess the Lonely Puppy
Author: Holly Webb
Publisher: Holly Webb Animal Stories
ISBN: 9781847151179
Category : Border collie
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When Chloe's big brother, Will, breaks his leg, he's stuck in hospital for weeks. There's no-one to look after Will's Border collie puppy Jess, and the little dog has become miserable and lonely. Chloe doesn't like dogs, but can the two of them really become good friends?
Publisher: Holly Webb Animal Stories
ISBN: 9781847151179
Category : Border collie
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When Chloe's big brother, Will, breaks his leg, he's stuck in hospital for weeks. There's no-one to look after Will's Border collie puppy Jess, and the little dog has become miserable and lonely. Chloe doesn't like dogs, but can the two of them really become good friends?
The Odd Couple
Author: Neil Simon
Publisher: Samuel French, Inc.
ISBN: 9780573613319
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 108
Book Description
Two poker buddies, one a hyper-neurotic, the other an incurable slob, suddenly find themselves bachelors again and decide to share a New York City apartment.
Publisher: Samuel French, Inc.
ISBN: 9780573613319
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 108
Book Description
Two poker buddies, one a hyper-neurotic, the other an incurable slob, suddenly find themselves bachelors again and decide to share a New York City apartment.