Real reads stroud (197 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Lubach, Vanessa (ilustrador).

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. As the government becomes increasingly incompetent, warlords and nobles battle for power. In the north is the Kingdom of Wei, headed by cunning and manipulative Cao Cao. In the southeast is the Kingdom of Wu, ruled by masterful and charismatic Sun Quan. In the west is the Kingdom of Shu, commanded by kind-hearted and humble Liu Bei. Cao has committed murder and betrayal on his way to glory, only to see his family's throne overthrown by other scheming crooks. Sun and his advisor Zhou Yu have established a military stronghold, but are no match against Liu's military strategist Zhuge Liang, who wisely advocates tolerance and mutual respect. Full of thrilling action, sophisticated stratagems, passionate brotherhood and loyalty, The Three Kingdoms sums up all the most important lessons of history. The great empire of China is in turmoil. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Chiang, Shirley (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Donnelly, Karen (ilustrador).

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Sydney Carton is a lawyer who has wasted his abilities and his life. Now he has to make a difficult choice about what is really important to him, which could be a matter of life or death. The French Revolution is running its violent course; lives are ruined as a new France is created. How did the gentle Doctor Manette and his daughter Lucie become caught up in France's struggles? What is the real identity of the handsome Charles Darnay, who wins Lucie's hand in marriage? And why does the shadow of La Bastille Prison hang over them all? The best of times and the worst of times. London and Paris. Sydney Carton and Charles Darnay. A story of contrasts and chaos. Can peace ever be restored in France? Can it ever be restored in the hearts of the people involved? 'It is a far, far better thing that I do than I have ever done.' Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Donnelly, Karen (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. When Paul Baumer and his classmates join the army, nothing has prepared them for the death and destruction that they witness. Machine guns, huge artillery shells and poison gas create a nightmare world for these young men and their older comrades. For months and years attack is followed by counter-attack. Will any of Paul's friends survive long enough to return to their families and loved ones? Will there be a place for them at home, when peace finally comes? Can any of these soldiers make sense of the massive conflict in which they are involved? There is a whistling sound behind us. Shells pass overhead and explode in a sheet of flame a hundred meters away. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Wimperis, Sarah (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Carruthers is looking forward to a relaxing holiday when he sets off for the Baltic Sea. Instead he finds himself at the centre of a complicated and deadly plot. Will Carruthers and his friend Arthur Davies discover why the sinister and mysterious Herr Dollmann is so interested in their little yacht, the Dulcibella? What does Clara Dollmann know about her father's plans? What secret scheme has brought Commander von Bruning of the Imperial German Navy to the East Frisian Islands? Can Carruthers and Davies solve the riddle of the sands? 'It seems pretty clear to me that sooner or later we'll be at war with Germany, whether we like it or not.' Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Wimperis, Sarah (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. A horrific apparition interrupts the Christmas festivities at King Arthur's Camelot. A green giant throws down a deadly challenge: one of the gathering must cut off his head, after which he will return the favour in a year's time! King Arthur must accept this challenge or appear a coward, but it's left to young Sir Gawain to act. Gawain chops off the giant's head and, horror of horrors, the giant strides over to pick up his head, which then begins to speak. He holds Sir Gawain to his promise, and rides off into the wintry night. A year passes and Gawain sets off with terrible dread to find the Green Knight and keep to his side of the bargain. Can he avoid his certain doom? Real Reads are accessible texts designed to support the literacy development of primary and lower secondary age children while introducing them to the riches of our international literary heritage. Each book is a retelling of a work of great literature from one of the world's greatest cultures, fitted into a 64-page book, making classic stories, dramas and histories available to intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full texts, to language students wanting access to other cultures, and to adult readers who are unlikely ever to read the original versions. One of the great masterpieces of Middle English poetry, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight magically combines elements of fairy tale and heroic sagas with the pageantry, chivalry and courtly love of medieval Romance. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. 'You should hear the remarkable story of my life, for I did not come to where I am now without suffering greatly to reach it. I worked hard in my youth and faced many perils. I have travelled the sea several times, each of my journeys stranger than the last. I shall tell you the strangest of these, the voyages which shaped my destiny.' Sindbad the Sailor has been to sea seven times, and his voyages have always been dangerous. He has met giant men, snakes and birds - and even the Old Man of the Sea. Sindbad the Sailor has been to sea seven times, and his voyages have always been dangerous. He has met giant men, snakes and birds - and even the Old Man of the Sea. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Ghazwan, Sura (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Clouds of multi-coloured fish rose from our feet like surprised birds from long grass. Every so often I caught a glimpse of the gleaming eyes of enormous crabs, their gigantic claws threatening to bar my path. When Professor Aronnax and his two companions find themselves aboard the Nautilus they are amazed by the Clouds of multi-coloured fish rose from our feet like surprised birds from long grass. Every so often I caught a glimpse of the gleaming eyes of enormous crabs, their gigantic claws threatening to bar my path Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Lillie, Stephen (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Just beyond me on the rocky floor of the volcanic crater was the gaping vertical shaft which marked the starting point of our journey. As I gazed into its fearful depths my hair stood on end and my head swirled with dizziness. Most scientists believed that the fierce heat and tremendous pressure would make a journey to the Earth's centre impossible. When Professor Lindenbrock decides to prove them wrong it is the beginning of an amazing adventure, full of surprising discoveries and unpredictable threats. Just beyond me on the rocky floor of the volcanic crater was the gaping vertical shaft which marked the starting point of our journey. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Lillie, Stephen (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. 'Get down!' the official said. 'Or I will get a constable to push you out!' 'Do that, ' I told him. 'I will not get off this train!' Mahatma Gandhi is best known as the father of the Indian nation and a charismatic leader in the fight for justice for all. But who was Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, and what made him the phenomenon he became? Born into a middle class family, Gandhi's thirst for truth was evident from an early age, and his insistence on speaking and living his truth often got him into trouble. Why did it matter so much to him not to cheat at school, to stand up to officials who told him what he could and could not do, to fight relentlessly for the rights of the poor and those with little power over their own lives? What was it about Gandhi's life and experiences that brought him to the clear understanding that love and non-violence are the best weapons in any struggle? Real Reads are accessible texts designed to support the literacy development of primary and lower secondary age children while introducing them to the riches of our international literary heritage. Each book is a retelling of a work of great literature from one of the world's greatest cultures, fitted into a 64-page book, making classic stories, dramas and histories available to intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full texts, to language students wanting access to other cultures, and to adult readers who are unlikely ever to read the original versions. Tirelessly striving for honesty, Gandhi was harder on himself than on anyone else - making him a charismatic leader whose life and words continue to influence people today. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Richard Hannay is bored with life in London. Then he discovers a horrible crime, and finds himself in the middle of a clever and frightening plot. Can he find the proof he needs to save Great Britain from disaster? When Hannay hides out on the wild Scottish moors, will he escape from the dangerous gang who want to silence him forever? Who can he trust on his journey? Time is running out for Hannay and his friends. Will he be able to discover the secret of the thirty-nine steps before it is too late? It wouldnt be pleasant sharing my flat with a dead body, but there was nothing else I could do. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Wimperis, Sarah (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Ages 10-14 explore Egil Skallagrimsson's violent life, legendary poetry, battles, and family in a concise, accessible retelling.Is it really possible to become famous throughout your country and beyond both as a fearless warrior and as a renowned poet? Egil Skallagrimsson lived in Iceland a thousand years ago, and this is the story of his long and violent life. He could compose beautiful poetry, but he was also capable of staggering brutality. Can Egil successfully avenge his father's exile from Norway, defend his honor against the Norwegian King Erik Bloodaxe, and support the English King Athelstan in his battles against the Scots? When his travels finally find him at home again in Iceland, how will Egil feel about his family-his loving wife Asgerd, the brother he lost in battle, and his dead sons? And what will he do with his two chests of silver? Real Reads are accessible texts designed to support the literacy development of primary and lower secondary age children while introducing them to the riches of our international literary heritage. Each book is a retelling of a work of great literature from one of the world's greatest cultures, fitted into a 64-page book, making classic stories, dramas and histories available to intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full texts, to language students wanting access to other cultures, and to adult readers who are unlikely ever to read the original versions. From youthful savagery to mature wisdom, an epic struggle in the defence of honour, in a running feud with the Norwegian king Erik Bloodaxe, for the English king Athelstan in his battles against Scotland. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Dr Livesey opened up the folded paper - it was a hand-drawn map of a small island. My heart raced as I saw the three crosses in red ink, and next to them the following words: 'Most of the treasure lies here'. After the discovery of the map young Jim Hawkins joins an expedition to the island with Dr Livesey and the squire. Dr Livesey opened up the folded paper - it was a hand-drawn map of a small island. My heart raced as I saw the three crosses in red ink, and next to them the following words: 'Most of the treasure lies here'. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Wimperis, Sarah (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Romeo Montague thinks he's in love until he meets Juliet, the daughter of the Capulets. With her, he discovers what true love really feels like. But their two families are bitter rivals, and no one must know about their secret passion. When Romeo kills Juliet's cousin in a duel, their hope of happiness seems ended. Can Friar Laurence reconcile the two families, or will his plans bring even more tragedy? What could be worse than falling in love with your enemy? Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Cheung, Charly (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Monkey and his fellow disciples, Piggy and Sandy, have to protect Xuanzang from monsters and demons who think they can live forever just by taking a bite out of the monk. Can Xuanzang and his loyal disciples reach India safely and find what they are looking for? Do they have enough confidence and courage to conquer the demons, both those lurking around them and those within their own hearts? Full of humour and adventure, Journey to the West is a story of self-discovery and the pursuit of excellence. Written by Chinese scholar Wu Cheng'en more than four hundred years ago, it reflects everyone's pilgrimage towards truth, peace and beauty. In ancient China a magical monkey appears, creating chaos everywhere he goes. The only way to put his tricks and talents to good use is to make him protector of Xuanzang, a young and handsome monk determined to travel from China to India in search of the precious scriptures. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Chiang, Shirley (ilustrador). …

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Can the path to the ultimate truth about human life be found by leaving behind wealth, comfort, family and security? Can the path to the ultimate truth about human life be found by leaving behind wealth, comfort, family and security? Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Mukherjee, Aniruddha (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. But planet Earth was not only being watched - soon it would be invaded by monstrous creatures from Mars who strode about the land in great mechanical tripods, bringing death and destruction with them. What can possibly stop an invading army equipped with heat-rays and poisonous black gas, intent on wiping out the human race? This is one man's story of that incredible invasion, from the time the first Martians land near his home town, to the destruction of London. Is this the end of human life on Earth? No one would have believed that planet Earth was being watched by creatures more intelligent than humankind. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Bennett, Felix (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Adventures with Tom Sawyer made Huck rich - but his Pap is a violent drunk and the broad Mississippi is the road to liberty. Huck's raft can carry him and his friend Jim, a runaway slave, to safety. When they lose their way one foggy night, though, they are headed downriver into dangerous territory. How can one small boy pilot his way through a land of mortal feuds, lynch mobs and tricksters? When life and freedom are at risk, how can Huck figure out the difference between wrong and right? Huckleberry Finn would rather be free than 'sivilized'. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Hunt, Judith (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. 'At 5 o'clock on the evening of November 21st, after the ice had drawn back like pall bearers at a funeral, Endurance slipped lower in the water, her stern pointing skywards. We stood in silence while she said her last farewell. A cacophony of cracking timber and rushing water signalled her end and then she was silent, slipping into the watery grave. The bravest ship, she had struggled to the bitter end and now she was gone. Endurance - well named.' When his ship Endurance sinks in the icy Antarctic, Ernest Shackleton is left with the responsibility of getting his crew safely back home. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Pierse, Maurice (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Defying his parents, Robinson Crusoe goes to sea. He is captured by pirates but escapes to Brazil. He makes a fortune using slave labour to grow tobacco and sugar. He sails to Africa to bring back more slaves but is shipwrecked on an uninhabited island. Everyone else is drowned. For over twenty years he lives alone. He learns to hunt and fish and make shelter. Then the cannibals arrive. Will this be the end of his adventure - or the chance to escape? Running away to sea brought adventure and wealth, but then came shipwreck and a desperate struggle for survival. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Elphinstone, Katy (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Can people learn the wisdom of thinking about others, and not just about themselves? Can people learn the wisdom of thinking about others, and not just about themselves? Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Khnegar, Ahmed Abo (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. New Title from the highly acclaimed series introducing children to the world's classic literature. New Title from the highly acclaimed series introducing children to the world's classic literature. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Laidlaw, Ken (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. When Miss Mary Morstan is invited to meet a secretive stranger, she asks Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson to help her. Captain Morstan has disappeared from his hotel without a trace. Should Miss Morstan dare to hope that her father is still alive? What horrible scene awaits the famous detective and his friend when they break down the door to Bartholomew Sholto's attic room? Who is the man with the wooden leg, and why is he so full of bitterness and hatred? Will Toby, the cleverest tracker dog in London, help Holmes and Watson solve one of their most difficult cases? 'I find myself in a very strange and mysterious situation.' Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Bennett, Felix (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Henchard is a handsome farm labourer. When he gets drunk at a country fair, he sells his wife and child to a sailor. The next day, ashamed by what he has done, he lets people believe that his wife has died. Thus begins a chain of events which leads Henchard deep into dishonesty and betrayal. Repentant and determined to change his ways, Henchard works hard to improve his fortunes. He becomes rich, and is elected mayor of Casterbridge - though his temper and his pride make him difficult to like. When Henchard's wife and daughter come back to find him, will he accept them? And what might they want from him? Will a reunion mean a happy ending? Michael Henchard knew he deserved the pain he felt. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Kronheimer, Ann (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. His regiment has yet to be tested in the fire of battle. Together the soldiers wait while distant guns rumble and the lights of enemy campfires flicker on the hills beyond a darkened river. The young man recalls his childhood dreams of valiant combat. Will he pass the test and return home to tell others of his triumphs on the battlefield? Or will he flee at the first sign of real danger? And what of his fellow soldiers, whose lives are caught up with his once the fighting begins? Will they examine the young man for any sign of real courage - or will he slink away in shame? Henry Fleming leaves his widowed mother behind and marches off to join a war that is tearing his country apart. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Nadalin, Bruna (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Edna is an obedient wife and mother vacationing at Grand Isle with her family. While there, however, Edna become close to a young man named Robert Lebrun, but before they act on their mutual romantic interest in each other Robert leaves for Mexico. Edna is lonely without his companionship, and meets the attractive rake Alcee Arobin. Instead of spending her daysconcerned with household matters, Edna pursues her interest in painting. Rather than depending financially on her husband, Edna moves into a house of her own. By the time Robert returns, professing his love for Edna and his desire to marry her, Edna no longer believes in the limitations of traditional marriage. What will she choose instead? Is it possible to be a free woman and be responsible for the needs of others? Edna is an obedient wife and mother vacationing atGrand Isle with her family. While there, however, Ednabecome close to a young man named Robert Lebrun,but before they act on their mutual romantic interest ineach other Robert leaves for Mexico. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Davis, Stephen (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. New Title from the highly acclaimed series introducing children to the world's classic literature. New Title from the highly acclaimed series introducing children to the world's classic literature. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Menga, Elena (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. New Title from the highly acclaimed series introducing children to the world's classic literature. New Title from the highly acclaimed series introducing children to the world's classic literature. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Wimperis, Sarah (ilustrador).…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Mary is a young woman living a simple life in Nazareth, when an angel's visit changes her life forever. She has been chosen by God to bear him a son. She alone amongst women has been chosen to bear the agony and the joy. From the moment of his birth, she knows that Jesus's life will be like no other: she has been warned of the pain that lies ahead. When Jesus begins his work, how will she react to her increasing awareness of the dangers facing her son? When Mary experiences anguish that no mother should ever experience, is her faith strong enough to sustain her? Might there be grounds for joy in the midst of such brutality? Can you spare the time to listen to my account? I should like to tell the whole story, just once before I die. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Donnelly, Karen (ilustrador).…