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Paperback. Condición: new. Sophie Beer Ilustrador. Paperback. Sometimes we find what we're looking for in the most unexpected places.Sometimes we find what we're looking for in the most unexpected places.Wren just wants a bit of peace and quiet. What he gets is the noisiest baby sister you could ever imagine! But when Wren runs away to the country, he discovers that maybe peace and quiet isn't all he needs . . .With bright, modern illustrations and a powerfully simple story, any child (and any parent!) who's ever had to deal with a noisy sibling will love Wren. This debut from the new team of Katrina Lehman and Sophie Beer is sure to delight. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condición: new. Board Book. Discover the joy of learning shapes through playful movement and vibrant photography.Watch This! transforms learning into a vibrant adventure. Can you make a circle with your arms? Or a triangle with your fingers? Work together to make a rectangle or even a pyramid.This captivating board book blends education with fun, promoting kinetic learning where children use their bodies to explore and understand different shapes. It's a method that not only fosters physical activity but also helps develop essential gross motor skills. By moving and positioning their bodies to create shapes, kids gain a better grasp of spatial relationships, geometric concepts, size, and patterns, all crucial for early math skills and foundational for future learning.Combining playful activities with significant educational benefits, this board book is perfect for fostering early learning and physical activity in young children.Bold and Playful- Celebrates movement, energy, pattern, color, and shape, tailored especially for the youngest readers.Engaging Photography- A group of children twist, bend, and stretch to create various shapes, photographed against vibrant backgrounds.Hands-On Learning- Encourages children to explore shapes using their bodies, fostering creativity and physical activity.Perfect for Little Hands- Durable and sturdy, ideal for toddlers and young children.Ideal forFamilies with young children who enjoy interactive and educational play.Parents and educators looking to support early learning and motor skill development.Classrooms and daycare centers seeking fun, collaborative group activities."In this inviting concept book, children use their bodies to make different shapes. Eye-catching photographs showcase gross motor skills in action. A kinetic celebration of body and mind."-School Library Journal'Watch This! is a groundbreaking modern photographic picture book about children using their bodies to make sense of shapes in a playful way, form three high-acclaimed Australian creators. A bold and playful celebration of movement, energy, pattern, colour and shape!'-Good Reading'This Australian concept book involves the whole body. Twelve children bend, twist, and join limbs to form various shapes, all photographed against large, patterned pops of colour . Walker expertly photographs from various angles, though the overhead shots are by far the most clever and amusing. The shapes start to get more complicated (a star, a diamond) until interpretations become a bit looser and more creative. Children standing side by side holding hands are a wavy line, and two others hiding behind Ari with arms straight out becomes a six-armed 'Ari-tangle.' Orpin's backgrounds and frames often echo the shapes in case extra reinforcement is needed. The children are racially diverse with names hinting at ethnic diversity as well, and playful touches (tongues out, gleeful smiles) expertly capture childlike exuberance. A treat for all learners, kinaesthetic or otherwise.'-Kirkus Reviews Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condición: new. Board Book. From Alarm Croc to Cheepy Head, you'll enjoy Rhyme Cordial all day long!From Alarm Croc to Cheepy Head, you'll enjoy Rhyme Cordial all day long!A fun, new take on wordplay from bestselling illustrator Antonia Pesenti. Open the pages to reveal unexpected rhymes and bold, bright illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condición: new. Alice Lindstrom Ilustrador. Board Book. A large-format board book for Easter that celebrates traditions of egg-decorating from around the world in exquisite cut-paper illustration.Discover a world of beautiful pattern and colour!Decorated eggs are found all over the world in many different countries. They are a wonderful celebration of family, culture and tradition.Complete with a stencil incorporated into the design, this book will encourage children to create their own beautiful eggs. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Allison Colpoys Ilustrador. Hardcover. Smart is not just ticks and crosses, smart is building boats from boxes.Painting patterns, wheeling wagons, being mermaids, riding dragons . . .From the award-winning creators of The Underwater Fancy-dress Parade and Under the Love Umbrella comes this joyful ode to all the unique and wonderful qualities that make children who they are. Smart is not just ticks and crosses,smart is building boats from boxes.Painting patterns, wheeling wagons,being mermaids, riding dragons Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condición: new. Allison Colpoys Ilustrador. Board Book. From this award-winning creative duo comes a stunning celebration of the joy and comfort that love can bring - wherever we roam in the big, wild world.From this award-winning creative duo comes a stunning celebration of the joy and comfort that love can bring - wherever we roam in the big, wild world.Whatever you fear, come close my dearYou're tucked in safe for always hereAnd I will never not be nearBecause of our love umbrellaA celebration of the joy and comfort that love can bring - in a special edition for the very smallest of readers.'Captivating neon illustrations add even more charm to this already delightful story. Under the Love Umbrella reminds children that comfort and love is ever-present, even when you are not near your family.'-Evening Standard'A truly beautiful book.'-The Sun'Scary shadows, friends that don't share, shyness, moving, and such everyday childhood issues as wet pants, a lost tooth, and a parent's rushing them. No worry can last under a love umbrella . Colpoys' striking illustrations, which combine an earth palette with day-glo highlights, effectively show love umbrellas both imagined and real.'-Kirkus Reviews Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condición: new. Board Book. A BOOKSTAGANG BEST BOARD BOOK OF 2023From INSTANT POODLES to CHEESE GHOSTIE, RHYME HUNGRY is the ultimate book of lunchtime wordplay!Flip the flaps to reveal unexpected rhymes and bold, bright illustrations. A book that will delight adults, appeal to design lovers, and get young kids squealing and begging to read it again and again.From the creator of award-winning Rhyme Cordial.Praise for Rhyme Cordial-'There's something quite architectural about this wonderful book of word play with its simple lines and solid blocks of colour . Bright simple colours, black and white stripes and white stars on black backgrounds repeat throughout the book in cohesive visual echoes as pleasing as the word play.'-Adelaide AdvertiserPraise for Rhyme Cordial-'The bright, bold illustrations and board book format of Rhyme Cordial may be designed for the baby market, but the book's humorous wordplay makes it equally appealing to older children as well.'-Child Magazine Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Lauren Marriott Ilustrador. Hardcover. Whatever your age, I Am Doodle Cat reminds you of the universe's splendidness, and above all, to remember to love YOU!I Am Doodle Cat is a cheerful children's book here to encourage imagination, celebration of the things you love, and finding the magic in silliness. Written by Kat Patrick, with delightful illustrations by Lauren Marriott, this book shows a tomato-red Doodle Cat rejoicing in everyday pleasures such as swimming in the ocean, wearing a favourite onesie, and playing guitar.Whatever your age, I Am Doodle Cat reminds you of the universe's splendidness, and above all, to remember to love YOU!It's cool and really funny.' -Milla, aged 6, loves reading'I love the book.' -James, aged 3, loves drums'Amazing!' -Eva, aged 7, loves animals and jumping on her dad Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condición: new. Board Book. Antonia Pesenti - award-winning creator of the much-loved Rhyme Cordial and Rhyme Hungry - is back with the third instalment in her Rhyme series- welcome to Party Rhyme!It's PARTY RHYME! Put on your PARTY BAT, enjoy the LIZZIE DRINKS, but don't eat too much HAIRY BREAD!Flip the flaps to reveal clever puns, witty rhymes, and playful language. Perfect for children's love of birthday parties, Party Rhyme combines bold illustrations and kid-friendly jokes that will appeal to both younger and older children.'From the bright cover to the bold illustrations and fold-out pages, this book is perfect for the earliest readers. Babies will love learning to flip the page to uncover the hidden pages and as they grow up, the cheeky, absurd rhymes will tickle their funny bone.'-Lefa Singleton Norton, ABC News Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condición: new. Board Book. A lively adventure with rhythmic text and vibrant illustrations, perfect for engaging young readers and fostering early literacy skills.Tap, tap, tapFrog thinks there's no one else in the forest, but you never know what's just around the corner.Join Frog on a delightful journey in Snap! by Anna Walker. This captivating board book, designed for toddlers, features rhythmic text filled with onomatopoeia and word repetition, encouraging interactive and lively story sessions. The vibrant and expressive illustrations bring the woodland scenes to life with rich colours and intricate details, creating a visual delight for young readers.Engaging Soundscape- Rhythmic, onomatopoeic text makes reading sessions interactive and fun, supporting the development of phonics, phonemic awareness, and decoding skills, which are crucial for early literacy.Beautiful Art- Bright, detailed illustrations with rich washes of colour and intricate patterns captivate young eyes, creating an immersive visual experience.Interactive Layout- Creatively positioned text mirrors the animals' actions, adding interest and capturing the eye.Durable Design- Sturdy board book, perfect for little hands.Perfect for-Parents, grandparents, and educators seeking a fun and captivating storyFans of Anna Walker's beautiful illustrations and engaging storytellingSpeech pathologists and therapists incorporating onomatopoeia to support phonemic awareness and speech developmentGift givers looking for a charming and durable board book for toddlersWinner- Speech Pathology Book of the Year for Birth to ThreeHonour Book- CBCA Book of the Year- Early ChildhoodDiscover the hidden wonders with Frog in this award-winning book, now available in a format ideal for the youngest explorers.'The simple repetition of words throughout the story invites lively call-and-response read-alouds with little ones, while Walker's rich washes of colour prove irresistible, drawing the focus with their saturated hues and patterns. With gorgeous illustrations, a very expressive amphibian, and plenty of animals to spot and count along the way, this book is sure to become a firm favourite at home. For ages 0+.'-Kate McIntosh, Readings Kids'Anna Walker has cleverly created a humorous, energetic, and playful tale of a frog's adventure through the jungle and the unexpected creatures it meets along the way. It is immediately relatable to young children, with its minimal, simple and direct language that perfectly evokes the sensory world of the frog and the other creatures in it. The tactile front cover is bright and engaging, with the little frog literally leaping off the front and into the narrative. The endpapers extend the storyline, and the text is creatively positioned on the page, like the movement of text mirroring the animals' actions, which adds interest and catches the eye. The story's pace is maintained by the illustrations and humour introduced by the near misses of the frog as it narrowly escapes the dangers around it. While the predominantly green pages immerse the reader into the setting of a jungle, the illustrations are varied in design and colour and are offset by a clever use of texture using collage techniques on such things as tree trunks, water, and birds' feathers. This is a picture book that will bring joy and demand repeated rereading, whilst also offering the opportunity to join in with the story.'-Judges' Comments from the CBCA'This is such fun to read aloud! . Lovely deep colours and texture from the ink and gouache artwork are so appealing. Despite the few words, all of the animals have personality and there is happy energy to the frog's adventure. This is a great book of alliterative sounds to read with young children.'-Youth Services Book Review, starred review Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condición: new. Board Book. A luminous journey through Australia's night sky celebrates the unbreakable bond between a mother and child.Soar through the Australian night sky with a flying-fox mum and her pup!Fly, Mama, Fly! takes young readers on a magical nocturnal journey with a Grey-headed flying fox and her pup. As they glide through the moonlit Australian landscape, this enchanting tale celebrates the unbreakable bond between mother and child while subtly weaving in themes of wildlife conservation.Anna McGregor, award-winning author and illustrator of Anemone is Not the Enemy and Who's Afraid of the Light? brings her signature bold style to both text and artwork. Her lyrical rhymes and vibrant illustrations, featuring fluorescent colours against deep night hues, capture the wonder of Australia's nocturnal world.Perfect for evening cuddles, this story sparks curiosity about native wildlife and offers a valuable resource for learning about Australian ecosystems. Whether enjoyed snuggled up at home, shared in a classroom, or read aloud during library story time, this tale celebrates moments of wonder and connection. The book's unique sideways orientation also adds an extra element of fun, inviting little hands to interact with each page.Fly, Mama, Fly! is more than just a bedtime story - it's a story about love, an exploration of Australian nature, and a gentle reminder of our role in protecting the world around us. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. A multi-award-winning journalist and former editor-in-chief of a major Australian newspaper searingly explores his Jewish identity at a time when a substantial and growing part of the left is opposed to the very existence of Israel as a Jewish state.Born in a displaced persons camp two years after the end of the Holocaust, Michael Gawenda spent his childhood and teenage years in a left-wing non-Zionist Jewish youth group in Melbourne. This shaped the sort of Jew he became a secular Jew who loved the Yiddish language and Yiddish culture.Gawenda went on to become a public figure during his 40 years as a journalist, including his role as editor-in-chief of The Age the only Jewish editor-in-chief in the newspapers history. Throughout this time, and since, he became dismayed and pained by the growing hostility of the left to Israel and to Jews like him who were not prepared to declare themselves as anti-Zionists. This has also forced him to examine his own Jewish identity and his relationships with his Jewish friends, and to forensically examine the basis of the critiques of Israel.At a time of rising anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism, My Life as a Jew is a controversial book. It is also a vital book. It should be read by activists for Israel and Zionism, as well as for the Palestinians. It should be read by readers of all political stripes. It should be read by journalists, as it is in part about journalism and its failings. And it should also be read by people interested in the remarkable life and career of its author, Michael Gawenda. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Armando Fonseca Ilustrador. Hardcover. Climb on my lap. We're under the moon. We might hear some animales soon.I Hear a Boho is a rhyming story with text in English and Spanish, which encompasses language, the parent-child bond, nature, and the benefit of being still, and listening.A mother and daughter are snuggling together on their porch, listening to the sounds of the night. A girl makes animal calls and her mother responds sweetly. To their surprise a real owl appears and flies across the night sky.'The patterned rhyming text is calming in its predictability, and the Spanish words and phrases are easily understood in context and from the illustrations . The striking print-like artwork shows how the child becomes the animals in her imagination. This is a fun call and response bedtime story for kids who know and love their animals.'-Youth Services Book Review'Ideal for parent-child bonding in Spanish speaking households, I Hear a Buho is a welcome, memorable, entertaining, and unreservedly recommended pick for family, daycare centre, preschool, elementary school, and community library bilingual (English/Spanish) picture book collections for young children.'-Midwest Book Review'As with many well-written picture books that appear at first glance to be for the very young, in the hands of an imaginative teacher they can become powerful teaching tools for all ages, and this one has great potential too.'-Barbara Braxton, The Bottom Shelf Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. The perfect early picture book for the curious kid!This joyous debut from Jennifer Higgie celebrates the details and diversity of the world around us. In kaleidoscopic colour, Higgie takes young readers on a journey from some of life's most important things (baked beans!) to some of life's biggest wonders (stars!). The perfect early picture book for the curious kid! This joyous debut from well-known writer and editor Jennifer Higgie celebrates both the individual and the diversity of the world around us. In kaleidoscopic colour, Higgie takes young readers on a journey from some of life's most important things to some of life's biggest wonders. The perfect early picture book for budding art lovers! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Lauren Marriott Ilustrador. Hardcover. Doodle Cat is back and he is very bored.Until he finds a thing!But what is this thing and what does it do?Following on from their debut picture book I Am Doodle Cat, writer Kat Patrick and illustrator Lauren Marriott have created another hilarious tale featuring the irreverent bright red squiggle who loves just about everything.Bursting with imagination and fun, Doodle Cat returns to remind us to be curious, creative and to explore every option.'Doodle Cat, drawn as a red, cat-shaped silhouette with frantic eyes and sharp whiskers . H as a brain explosion that Farrell illustrates in a full-bleed spread of chunky psychedelic designs . M ay work to corral - briefly - little ones who won't stop running around.'-Kirkus Reviews' T he book's pages burst with colourful creatures, wild lines, and new adventures. Doodle Cat's audience will be itching to unleash their own inner artists.'-Foreword Reviews'A beautiful, funny, imaginative tale about being bored, and finding ways to entertain yourself. Guaranteed to make children of all ages smile.'-Australian Mother & Baby Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Whatever you fear, come close my dearYou're tucked in safe for always hereAnd I will never not be nearBecause of our love umbrella.From this award-winning creative duo comes a stunning celebration of the joy and comfort that love can bring - wherever we roam in the big, wild world.'Captivating neon illustrations add even more charm to this already delightful story. Under the Love Umbrella reminds children that comfort and love is ever-present, even when you are not near your family.'-Evening Standard'A truly beautiful book.'-The Sun'Scary shadows, friends that don't share, shyness, moving, and such everyday childhood issues as wet pants, a lost tooth, and a parent's rushing them. No worry can last under a love umbrella . Colpoys' striking illustrations, which combine an earth palette with day-glo highlights, effectively show love umbrellas both imagined and real.'-Kirkus Reviews Whatever you fear, come close my dear You're tucked in safe for always here And I will never not be near Because of our love umbrella Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Doodle Cat is back! Can you see his cape?He can perform all kinds of superhero acts, like catching humans when they fall from trees and firing furballs at top speed.But will Doodle Cat's superpowers work when his friend is sad? Maybe he'll have to try something new.Filled with Doodle Cat's signature exuberance and joy comes this hilarious and touching story of friendship, superheroes, love, and capes. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. **HIGHLY COMMENDED IN THE 2024 ABDA BEST DESIGNED CHILDREN'S NON-FICTION BOOK CATEGORY** **WINNER OF THE 2024 ABIA SMALL PUBLISHERS' CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR** **SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 BOOKPEOPLE CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR** **A BOOKSTAGANG AU 2023 PICK FOR BEST ILLUSTRATION** A is for artichokes and long spears of asparagus. It's for bright, creamy avocados and salty little anchovies .From apple pie to zeppole, and everything in between, Artichoke to Zucchini introduces young readers to fruit, vegetables, and dishes from around the globe. Full of tasty favourites and delicious new discoveries, it's sure to lead to inspiration in the kitchen! Following from the award-winning Off to The Market, acclaimed artist Alice Oehr takes you on a mouth-watering trip through the alphabet and around the world. 'With eye-catching editorial throughout, Artichoke to Zucchini offers an exciting, fun and educational experience for young and old readers alike.'- Judges' comments for the 2024 ABIA Small Publishers' Children's Book of the Year award' If you're looking for an A-Z book with a twist, Alice Oehr's Artichoke to Zucchini is it. From ubiquitous bananas to the Japanese fruit umeboshi, this delightful picture book is perfect for growing little foodies aged 2-6. The pages are varied and kept interesting thanks to a range of descriptors with different qualities (sweet, sour, tangy, large, small, bold, delicate), and Oehr's illustrations burst off the page with freshness and colour. The foods are depicted with clear, bold outlines and filled with striking colours and textural details that bring them to life. Their simplicity and elegance are reminiscent of Leo Lionni's classic books, such as A Color of His Own, and could provide great drawing inspiration to slightly older kids. The text is gushing but fluid, full of palpable excitement for the possibilities of food. Artichoke to Zucchini is an elevated yet accessible addition to a child's library, perfect to read aloud and come back to again and again.'- Fay Helfenbaum, Books+Publishing 'The latest colourful feast from Alice Oehr, a beautiful picture book to introduce young readers to fruit, vegetables, and dishes from around the globe.'- Readings Kids Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. A fresh appreciation of the magic of birds and how watching them fulfills a human need to connect with nature.Enchantment by birds is commonplace. Birdwatchers merely go a step further than others and actively seek to be enchanted. This book tells why they take that extra step. It takes the reader on a series of excursions into birdwatchings past, venturing forward to the present. With an intriguing cast of characters, avian as well as human, its lively narratives explore the emotional and aesthetic impulses behind the pastime as well as its scientific and conservationist components.Its stories of 22 Australian birds range widely: from wordy squabbles over bird names to the artistic finessing of field guides; from the Paradise Parrots tragic fall into extinction to the everyday enjoyment of a Magpies carol; from the evolution of citizen science to the boom in birding tourism. Interlacing them all is the insight that birdwatching is a means by which modern, urban people reach out to touch the wild. A primal desire to connect with nature lies at the heart of the pastime.Enchantment by Birds not only offers a compelling exposition of what makes birders tick; it also tells us, imaginatively and informatively, why birds have a special place in our hearts. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. One hundred years ago, Gabriel Wells, a New York bookseller, committed a crime against history. He broke up the worlds greatest book, the Gutenberg Bible, and sold it off in individual pages. This is the story of an Australian mans hunt for those fragments and his familys debt to an act of literary vandalism.In 1921, Wells audacity scandalised the rare-book world. The Gutenberg was the first substantial book in Europe to have been printed on a printing press. It represented the democratisation of knowledge and was the Holy Grail of rare books.Was the break-up a sacrilege or a canny deal? New Yorkers were divided. For every frown of disapproval, there was a lick of the lips. It was the Roaring Twenties, the Gatsby era of fabulous wealth. Tycoons were in a feeding frenzy to acquire items that would demonstrate their refinement. Wells marketed the pages as Noble Fragments, they sold like hot cakes, and he died a rich man.Half a century later, Sydney journalist Michael Visontay stumbled upon a mysterious legal document that linked Wells to his own family. He became obsessed by the Gutenbergs invisible imprint on his life, and set out to track down the pages of the broken bible.Part detective story and part memoir, Noble Fragments is an expedition into the arcane world of book collectors and their eccentric passions, and a journey of discovery about how Wellss gamble set off a chain of events that changed a familys destiny. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Next, I brushed my hare and put on my new pear of shoes.Mum painted her nails before we set out for the day.Join Banjo and his mum on what starts as a straightforward day out, only to have it upended by homophones (two words with the same pronunciation but with different meanings), turning the narrative into the delightfully absurd. Kids and adults alike will love this joyful new wordplay extravaganza from debut author Mel Amon with illustrations by international superstar Sophie Beer. The hilarious wordplay combined with delightful illustrations have kids 'in on the joke' from the very beginning.'Hare or hair, pear or pair, son or sun - abounds in a glorious new picture book from author Mel Amon, illustrated by national treasure Sophie Beer. Good Morning, My Deer! is a celebration of homophones- two words that sound the same but mean very different things . For kids aged 3+ who love a bit of nonsense, those just starting to learn to read, and those with an appreciation for the absurdities of the English language, this debut picture book offers plenty to look at and discuss. Amon's straightforward text turns an ordinary day into something quite extraordinary, and Beer's bright and instantly recognisable illustrations are the perfect companion. Older children and grown-ups alike will enjoy hunting for easter eggs in the pages (not all the homophones are in the text), and there's a deep sense of satisfaction when you correctly identify pie/pi, beats/beets, or jeans/genes.'-Books+Publishing' F unny and memorable . A n absurd and clever narrative . It could really be used as a prompt starter for a game on words and what they mean, especially for little kids who are building up their vocabulary or are learning to read.'-Mariana Ruiz, GeekDadPraise for illustrator Sophie Beer's Change Starts with Us-'Illuminated by a bright, bold colour scheme, carefully crafted scenes reveal sensible good habits, like conserving water and reducing waste, that can help save the planet. Beer, creator of Love Makes a Family, depicts diverse illustrated young characters . All children will see themselves in these pages, and feel a bit more empowered to make better choices.'-School Library Journal Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. During a boat trip on the Baltic, Jan Brokken chanced upon Paernu harbour, on the Estonian coast of the Gulf of Riga. It was an unforgettable introduction to the Baltic lands: Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, and the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad. The extraordinary light, the tranquil landscape, and the stories he heard there drew him back time and again. In Baltic Souls, Brokken connects the cultural richness and social diversity of the region over the past eight centuries with tales of personal tragedy and a first-hand account of his travels.A remarkable number of talented people have come from this relatively small, sparsely populated area, many of them Jewish in origin. Brokken looks at twenty of those who have left their mark on art and culture worldwide, from filmmaker Sergei Eisenstein and philosopher Hannah Arendt in the early decades of the twentieth century to figures of our own time including violinist Gidon Kremer, composer Arvo Paert and dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov.Despite fame and success, their lives were overshadowed by sadness and loss. Many left their native countries to escape the Nazis or Communists, while others saw their families all but obliterated in the Second World War or in post-war ethnic cleansing. Brokken describes several lives marred by tyrannical fathers, a theme that holds a personal fascination for him, to judge from his earlier autobiographical books. Many prominent figures, burdened by the past, met a tragic end, like the writer Romain Gary and the painter Mark Rothko who both committed suicide.Brokken weaves together these and other heroic if less well known lives to tell the unsettling story of the Baltic region and its changing fortunes, describing how the different population groups have interfered with each other, taking on the role of oppressor or victim by turns. He is happy to go off on other tracks that lead to new discoveries, investigating, for example, the fate of several Baltic barons and their descendants; owners of vast estates who lorded it over the local population, they became pawns in the far greater power games played by Hitler and Stalin.Until the fall of the Soviet Union, the Baltic countries were part of the Socialist empire. Now that they have regained their independence, local Russians find themselves demoted to the status of second-class citizens. In this absorbing epic, Brokken empathises with these latest victims they too have left their stamp on the Baltic soul. Translation of: Baltische ziele: lotgevallen in Estland, Letland en Litouwen Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. An updated edition of the classic study of capital punishment originally published 50 years ago, with a new introduction by Barry Jones. The Penalty Is Death was first published in 1968, in the aftermath of the hanging of Ronald Ryan in Victoria--the last man executed in Australia. At the time, capital punishment had been abolished as the penalty for murder in only 30 nations, although there was a moratorium on its use in many more. In 2022, the number of abolitionist nations has risen to 108, and 54 more have longstanding moratoriums. The World Coalition against the Death Penalty reported the number of recorded executions in 2021 at 2,397, with about 2,000 in China. Drawing on a wide range of historical and contemporary sources, The Penalty Is Death includes some of the most significant voices in the international history of debates about capital punishment from the eighteenth century to the present day. It contains a historical overview of the arguments for and against capital punishment; legal, political, and philosophical analysis and commentary; and firsthand accounts of the reality of executions and their aftermaths. It features the views of great novelists such as Charles Dickens, Albert Camus, Arthur Koestler, and George Orwell; philosophers such as Max Charlesworth; legal scholars such as Cesare Beccaria; and rigid enforcers such as J. Edgar Hoover. Barry Jones's important new introduction brings the story up to date, including the continuing use of the death penalty in the US. First published as The penalty is death: capital punishment in the twentieth century, by Sun Books in association with the Anti-Hanging Council of Victoria, in 1968. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Longlisted for the 2025 World Illustration AwardsMeet Jem, a lovable Labrador with a very important job! While she loves playing with her favourite yellow bone and getting lots of cuddles, Jem is also a fully trained guide dog who helps her handler navigate the world. Through playful adventures and heartwarming moments, discover how Jem balances her fun-loving nature with the focused dedication needed to be a guide dog extraordinaire.Written by blind disability activist and guide dog user Olivia Muscat, with illustrations by award-winning artist Allison Colpoys, this charming picture book shares an insider's view of the special bond between guide dog and handler. Includes an audio version narrated by the author herself.'My Name Is Jemima is a gentle yet powerful story for readers aged 4+ that champions difference, celebrates guide dogs, and encourages empathy, all through the eyes of one very special Labrador.'-Books + Publishing'An engaging introduction to guide dogs that will help very young children understand more about these animals' important jobs . Unlike other books about guide dogs that I've seen, this one pays special attention to why it's important to leave on-the-job dogs alone.'-Susan Harari, Youth Services Book Review'My Name is Jemima is an especially and unreservedly recommended pick for parents, teachers, and school/community librarians as an essential and entertaining resource for teaching guide dog etiquette and disability awareness in an engaging, accessible way.'-Midwest Book Review Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. A joy-filled cheer of appreciation for loud, trouble-making, outrageous kids.Katerina Cruickshanks is a wild child, a trickster, and a ringleader. But when they wreak some serious chaos, their friends decide their shenanigans have gone too far and say, 'No more!'Brimming with humour and warmth, Katerina shows us that there's no such thing as being too much; it's just a matter of finding the friends who will love you as you are.'Katerina's wonderfully eccentric personality and theatricality shines through on every page where the kaleidoscopic illustrations help bring the whimsical nature of their character to life. What stands out about this book is the author's choice to use non-binary pronouns for the main character, a rarity in children's books. Because their identity is not a factor in the storyline, it represents the LGBTQIA+ community and instils inclusivity simply by celebrating people and their differences.'-Fiona Buckley, Irish Examiner'A raucous, rhyming homage to a child who uses they/them pronouns and their outrageous personality . Throughout author/illustrator Gray-Barnett's latest picture book, Katerina's gender is refreshingly presented without commentary. Instead, Katerina's boisterous personality and larger-than-life antics are the centre of the story . Y oung readers will be tickled by the kooky protagonist, rendered in scribbly, joyfully-coloured illustrations.'-Kirkus Reviews'Katerina read like a modern-day descendant of Sendak's Rosie, also blessed with an outsized personality and flamboyant sense of style. The images were very dynamic; a two page-spread showing evidence of Katerina sowing chaos was especially fun . This celebratory story of a non-binary child in which that characteristic is not the sole focus of the book is refreshing and rare. Kids, families, and librarians looking for representation will enjoy this story.'-Youth Services Book Review Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Published for the first time in English, My Pig Paulina is a splendid companion to the classic bestseller My Donkey Benjamin. With compelling, naturalistic photographs that allow children to imagine themselves into the story, it's the perfect addition for any child's bookshelf.This is Angelika and PaulinaAngelika lives with her parents and her sister Susi on a beautiful Mediterranean island. She loves roaming the island with her favourite doll, Hippi, and when she adopts a piglet called Paulina, they have lots of fun together!When a farmer wants to take Paulina away, Angelika knows she has to save her best friend. And so begins their exciting adventure . . .'Heart-warming tales aimed at 5-7-year-olds who share the little girls' love for animals.'-The Weekend West'I am fond of this . My Donkey Benjamin and My Pig Paulina are simple stories, told in words and mono snaps, of two little girls, Susi and Angelika, who live on an island in the Med with their parents . Gerald Durrell for the hippy generation.'-Alex O'Connell, The Times Angelica lives with her parents and her sister Susi on a beautiful Mediterranean island. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Sometimes we find what we're looking for in the most unexpected places.Wren just wants a bit of peace and quiet. What he gets is the noisiest baby sister you could ever imagine! But when Wren runs away to the country, he discovers that maybe peace and quiet isn't all he needs . . .With bright, modern illustrations and a powerfully simple story, any child (and any parent!) who's ever had to deal with a noisy sibling will love Wren. This debut from the new team of Katrina Lehman and Sophie Beer is sure to delight. Sometimes we find what were looking for in the most unexpected places. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. On an ordinary day, in an even more ordinary town, it was Albert's birthday.On an ordinary day, in an even more ordinary town, it was Albert's birthday.When Grandma Z roars into town on her motorcycle, Albert is swept up in a very extraordinary adventure.This glorious debut from Daniel Gray-Barnett is filled with wonder, imagination, and a wild, magical spirit that will thrill young and old. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Anna Forlati Ilustrador. Hardcover. If I could meet my grandpa,this is what I would tell him .When I grow up, I want to be like my dad.Oliver has never met his grandpa, and neither has his dad.In this heartwarming book, Oliver imagines telling his grandpa about the most important person in his life - the man who teaches him to live with joy and feel deeply.A moving ode to parenthood, the bonds we share with our children, and the ways we shape their lives.'Santos ably describes the love and encouraging support that children want from parents at all stages of life. Using short sentences, Santos' approachable text feels true to a child's understanding of a nurturing parent, and it will also resonate with caregivers who strive to be positive role models. Forlati's highly textured pastel illustrations offer realistic depictions of the love between a parent and child. Both the text and images share a subdued, comforting tone. A beautifully illustrated, touching tale of love.'-Kirkus Reviews, starred review'The text radiates love, as well as pride in this powerful family dynamic. The illustrations, with their muted and nostalgic coloration, are gorgeous and charming. Their intricate details include recurring motifs that show the lifelong bond between the father and his son . My Dad, My Rock is a heartwarming picture book about father-son love that carries from one generation to the next.'-Foreword Reviews, starred review'Accompanied by Forlati's lush, beautifully textured illustrations with an understated but warm colour palette, My Dad, My Rock is a heartfelt and moving ode to the father-son bond . A genuine delight . A profound meditation on the ways in which fathers have the power to positively shape their sons.'-Booklife Reviews, starred review and editor's pick Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Josh Bornstein asks how our major corporations have come to exercise repressive control over the lives of their employees, and explores what can be done to repair the greatest threat to democracy - the out-of-control corporation.When you go to work, you agree to exchange your labour in exchange for your pay packet, right? Actually, you may not realise it, but you are also selling your rights to free speech and to participate in democracy. Welcome to corporate cancel culture, a burgeoning phenomenon that is routinely ignored in debates about free speech. If you work for a large company, it will not allow you to say or do anything that harms its brand - at or outside work. If you transgress and attract controversy - whether for cracking a joke, a Facebook like, or a political post on Tik Tok, you can be shamed, sacked, and blacklisted.In the twenty-first century, major corporations have become the most powerful institution in the world - more powerful than many nations. That unchecked, anti-democratic power is reflected in the gaming of the political system, the weakening of governments, and the repressive control of the lives of employees. While their behaviour has deteriorated, corporations have invested heavily in ethically washed brands, claiming to be saving the planet and doing good. As Josh Bornstein argues, we would not tolerate a government that censored, controlled, and punished us in this way, so why do we meekly accept the growing authoritarianism of the companies that we work for?'This is a landmark work. Working for the Brand is exhilarating, forensic, funny, shocking, and deeply humane. It is a step towards liberating us from the existential threat faced by both individuals and democracies from unethical corporate control over our lives, starting with our right to express ourselves .'Bornstein writes fluidly, anecdotally, sometimes amusingly, occasionally urgently . Bornstein rightly grounds freedom of debate in the bedrock of democracy. But democracy is messy.'-Gideon Haigh, Inside Story'So many things are made sense of in this book. It is witty, profound, enlightening, and absolutely indispensable. A bravura examination of our times and a glorious read.'-Anna Funder, author of Wifedom'A sophisticated, rage-inducing, rollercoaster of a read. The power and control tactics Bornstein exposes are at once shocking, and altogether unsurprising. This devastating critique of late-stage capitalism is both thrilling and horrifying, because behind every story there are real lives at stake.'-Jess Hill, journalist and author of See What You Made Me Do'There is something in this book to offend almost everyone.'-Joe Aston, author of The Chairman's Lounge Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.