Author: Josepha Sherman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780380754366
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 341
Book Description
Ljuba, the evil sorceress, plots to unleash dark forces over the world, while the exiled Maria, daughter of a betrayed lord, nurses the dying Prince of Kirtesk, formerly the shining falcon, back to health
The Shining Falcon
Author: Josepha Sherman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780380754366
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 341
Book Description
Ljuba, the evil sorceress, plots to unleash dark forces over the world, while the exiled Maria, daughter of a betrayed lord, nurses the dying Prince of Kirtesk, formerly the shining falcon, back to health
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780380754366
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 341
Book Description
Ljuba, the evil sorceress, plots to unleash dark forces over the world, while the exiled Maria, daughter of a betrayed lord, nurses the dying Prince of Kirtesk, formerly the shining falcon, back to health
The Eye of the Falcon
Author: Joan Fallon, Dr
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780993179730
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
By the end of the 10th century al-Andalus was a rich and peaceful country, but when the Omayyad caliph died and left an eleven-year-old son as his heir, things began to change. The eventual disintegration of that powerful dynasty had begun. The young caliph was imprisoned in his beautiful palace, isolated and cut off from the Royal Court, while his ruthless regent and his ambitious mother battled over who should rule. The Eye of the Falcon is the second novel in this series about Muslim Spain. It is a story of intrigue and murder, rich with the historical details of an exotic way of life, long disappeared.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780993179730
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
By the end of the 10th century al-Andalus was a rich and peaceful country, but when the Omayyad caliph died and left an eleven-year-old son as his heir, things began to change. The eventual disintegration of that powerful dynasty had begun. The young caliph was imprisoned in his beautiful palace, isolated and cut off from the Royal Court, while his ruthless regent and his ambitious mother battled over who should rule. The Eye of the Falcon is the second novel in this series about Muslim Spain. It is a story of intrigue and murder, rich with the historical details of an exotic way of life, long disappeared.
The Dawning Moon of the Mind
Author: Susan Brind Morrow
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 0374200106
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
Includes bibliographical references (pages 279-284) and index.
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 0374200106
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
Includes bibliographical references (pages 279-284) and index.
The Falcon's Malteser
Author: Anthony Horowitz
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101176652
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
From the # 1 New York Times bestselling author of the Alex Rider series. When the vertically-challenged Johnny Naples entrusts Tim Diamond with a package worth over three million pounds, he’s making a big mistake. Tim Diamond is the worst detective in the world. Next day, Johnny’s dead, Tim feels the heat, and his smart younger brother, Nick, gets the package—and every crook in town on his back!
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101176652
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
From the # 1 New York Times bestselling author of the Alex Rider series. When the vertically-challenged Johnny Naples entrusts Tim Diamond with a package worth over three million pounds, he’s making a big mistake. Tim Diamond is the worst detective in the world. Next day, Johnny’s dead, Tim feels the heat, and his smart younger brother, Nick, gets the package—and every crook in town on his back!
Gusts and Gales
Author: Josepha Sherman
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 9781404803381
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Explains what causes wind, the various kinds of wind, and describes hurricanes and tornadoes.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 9781404803381
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Explains what causes wind, the various kinds of wind, and describes hurricanes and tornadoes.
Falcon's Prey
Author: Kristina Coia
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595413323
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
For years, the two kingdoms of Delmaa and Prantarr coexist peacefully. But when months of unprecedented rainfall cause a landslide of mud and rock to close the only route of commerce between the two countries, that peace is shattered. With war erupting between the nations, Princess Cristiana "Ana" of Prantarr and her brother must flee for their lives over a range of treacherous mountains to the safe land of Lentanne. En route, they meet Darius, a mysterious Delmish stranger, who joins them on their journey. When a fierce attack by a falcon kills, two must continue their journey alone. Confronted by dragons, mermaids, the forces of nature, and an array of magical creatures, they struggle to find their way over the mountains. Through it all, Ana learns to believe in herself and discovers just how strong she really is, for the hardest task is yet to come. Everything Ana knows to be true is turned upside down and a choice must be made...
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595413323
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
For years, the two kingdoms of Delmaa and Prantarr coexist peacefully. But when months of unprecedented rainfall cause a landslide of mud and rock to close the only route of commerce between the two countries, that peace is shattered. With war erupting between the nations, Princess Cristiana "Ana" of Prantarr and her brother must flee for their lives over a range of treacherous mountains to the safe land of Lentanne. En route, they meet Darius, a mysterious Delmish stranger, who joins them on their journey. When a fierce attack by a falcon kills, two must continue their journey alone. Confronted by dragons, mermaids, the forces of nature, and an array of magical creatures, they struggle to find their way over the mountains. Through it all, Ana learns to believe in herself and discovers just how strong she really is, for the hardest task is yet to come. Everything Ana knows to be true is turned upside down and a choice must be made...
Shapes in the Sky
Author: Josepha Sherman
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 9781404800977
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
Describes various types of clouds and explains how clouds form.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 9781404800977
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
Describes various types of clouds and explains how clouds form.
Storytelling
Author: Josepha Sherman
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317459377
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1450
Book Description
Storytelling is an ancient practice known in all civilizations throughout history. Characters, tales, techniques, oral traditions, motifs, and tale types transcend individual cultures - elements and names change, but the stories are remarkably similar with each rendition, highlighting the values and concerns of the host culture. Examining the stories and the oral traditions associated with different cultures offers a unique view of practices and traditions."Storytelling: An Encyclopedia of Mythology and Folklore" brings past and present cultures of the world to life through their stories, oral traditions, and performance styles. It combines folklore and mythology, traditional arts, history, literature, and festivals to present an overview of world cultures through their liveliest and most fascinating mode of expression. This appealing resource includes specific storytelling techniques as well as retellings of stories from various cultures and traditions.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317459377
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1450
Book Description
Storytelling is an ancient practice known in all civilizations throughout history. Characters, tales, techniques, oral traditions, motifs, and tale types transcend individual cultures - elements and names change, but the stories are remarkably similar with each rendition, highlighting the values and concerns of the host culture. Examining the stories and the oral traditions associated with different cultures offers a unique view of practices and traditions."Storytelling: An Encyclopedia of Mythology and Folklore" brings past and present cultures of the world to life through their stories, oral traditions, and performance styles. It combines folklore and mythology, traditional arts, history, literature, and festivals to present an overview of world cultures through their liveliest and most fascinating mode of expression. This appealing resource includes specific storytelling techniques as well as retellings of stories from various cultures and traditions.
Stoned Souls
Author: Mercedes Lackey
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780743436144
Category : Elves
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
After the tragic events in The Chrome Borne, Conal, elven car racer, is wracked with pain and sorrow that only the Sidhe, ageless and immortal, can know. As he watched helplessly, his twin brother died - and the Sidhe don't believe they have souls.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780743436144
Category : Elves
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
After the tragic events in The Chrome Borne, Conal, elven car racer, is wracked with pain and sorrow that only the Sidhe, ageless and immortal, can know. As he watched helplessly, his twin brother died - and the Sidhe don't believe they have souls.
Berserk
Author: Quentin Boëton
Publisher: Third Editions
ISBN: 2377842879
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
Will you dare to immerse yourself in the troubling universe of Bersek in order to discover the themes, the depth and the genius of this artistic, philosophical and symbolic work? Anyone who dares to analyze Berserk embarks on a quest that is almost as painful as that of Guts. And those who read Berserk will sink down in the same way, alone and incessantly, into Kentaro Miura’s troubling universe. For 30 years, this unique author has been developing a story whose every page has its readers trembling with fear and pleasure, given its themes, depth and genius. Berserk is not just a story of adventure, it is an artistic, philosophical, symbolic work that is an ode to the dark side of human nature, a declaration of love for the imaginary. For you, Quentin Boëton has braved the borders of Midland to analyze every aspect of the work: its characters, its story, its themes and its secrets. Discover a detailed analysis of all aspects of Bersek's complex universe, including its characters, its story, its themes and its secrets. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Better known under the alias of “ALT 236”, Quentin Boëton is a video maker who passionately explores the dark corners of human imagination.
Publisher: Third Editions
ISBN: 2377842879
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
Will you dare to immerse yourself in the troubling universe of Bersek in order to discover the themes, the depth and the genius of this artistic, philosophical and symbolic work? Anyone who dares to analyze Berserk embarks on a quest that is almost as painful as that of Guts. And those who read Berserk will sink down in the same way, alone and incessantly, into Kentaro Miura’s troubling universe. For 30 years, this unique author has been developing a story whose every page has its readers trembling with fear and pleasure, given its themes, depth and genius. Berserk is not just a story of adventure, it is an artistic, philosophical, symbolic work that is an ode to the dark side of human nature, a declaration of love for the imaginary. For you, Quentin Boëton has braved the borders of Midland to analyze every aspect of the work: its characters, its story, its themes and its secrets. Discover a detailed analysis of all aspects of Bersek's complex universe, including its characters, its story, its themes and its secrets. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Better known under the alias of “ALT 236”, Quentin Boëton is a video maker who passionately explores the dark corners of human imagination.