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6261) Beauty and the Beast
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Originally written in 1740, Beauty and the Beast has been reimagined into countless theatrical, print, and film adaptations over the course of two and a half centuries. Its popularity has only grown since its initial publication. The basis for the 2017 film adaptation, this classic fairytale has proven to still appeal to modern-day story-lovers and readers alike.
The narrative follows young Beauty, who is forced to live with a beast in an enchanted...
6262) Le conte de Noël
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Ce conte de Noël, c'est l'histoire d'Archibald et de Vermisseau, de leur rencontre avec la fée des Dons. C'est la grande aventure d'une vie, l'apprentissage de l'existence, une magnifique quête intérieure.
Cette quête aborde ces questions : Qui suis-je? Quel sens donner à la vie? De quoi je rêve? Qu'est ce qui fait vibrer mon cœur?
C'est une rencontre entre l'adulte et l'enfant à l'intérieur de soi, qui va réveiller le pouvoir du rêve...
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Was Adam a real historical person? And if so, who was he and when did he live?
William Lane Craig sets out to answer these questions through a biblical and scientific investigation. He begins with an inquiry into the genre of Genesis 1—11, determining that it can most plausibly be classified as mytho-history-a narrative with both literary and historical value. He then moves into the New Testament, where he examines references to Adam in the words...
6264) The Matatu Read-Along
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Kioko had been watching the matatus come and go for as long as he could remember. But today, for his fifth birthday, he climbs aboard one with his grandfather. As the matatu pulls away from the market, the village dogs chase after them. When Kioko asks his grandfather why the dogs always bark and chase after matatus, his grandfather tells him an entertaining tale about a dog, a goat, and a sheep. Set in East Africa, The Matatu is a colorful story...
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Introduce young readers to the West African tale of Anansi the spider. In this version of the story, Anansi ties a bit of web to each leg and leaves the other end with many friends who are cooking delicious food. When the food is ready, they will tug on the thread so that Anansi can eat the meal. To Anansi's surprise, all the food is ready at once, causing each of Anansi's legs to be pulled in all different directions! Featuring beautiful, vibrant...
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Switch up your bedtime reading with these charming stories from Myanmar!
The stories in this beautifully illustrated children's book have been passed down for generations and were told to author Pascal Khoo Thwe by his grandmother. These charming tales feature handsome princes, squabbling siblings, greedy crocodiles and evil ogres--all set against a backdrop of traditional Burmese village life.
The eight delightful stories in this book include:
• "The...
6267) The Search for Atlantis
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The Atlantis story remains one of the most haunting and enigmatic tales from antiquity, and one that still resonates very deeply with the modern imagination. But where did Atlantis come from, what was it like, and where did it go?
Atlantis was first introduced by the Greek philosopher Plato in the fourth century BCE. As he discusses about the origins of life, the universe and humanity, the great thinker puts forward a stunning description of Atlantis-an...
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In exploring how Icelanders interact with nature-and their idea that elves live among us-Nancy Marie Brown shows us how altering our perceptions of the environment can be a crucial first step toward saving it.
Icelanders believe in elves.
Why does that make you laugh?, asks Nancy Marie Brown in this wonderfully quirky exploration of our interaction with nature. Looking for answers in history, science, religion, and art-from ancient times to today-Brown...
6269) The Eve of St. Agnes
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"The Eve of St. Agnes" is a Romantic narrative poem written by John Keats in 1819 and first published in 1820. Comprised of 42 Spenserian stanzas, it was considered one of his best poems by his contemporaries and remained influential well into the 19th century. John Keats (1795–1821) was an English Romantic poet and one of the most important figures in the second generation of Romantic poets, together with Percy Bysshe Shelley and Lord Byron. He...
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This December, a girl who hates Christmas is in for the surprise of her life Ten-year-old Christina Lucci absolutely despises everything about Christmas. The carols, the eggnog, the decorations-and most of all, Santa Claus. And for good reason: It all reminds her of her firefighter father, who loved the holiday season but died on the job last Christmas. For Christina, no Christmas will ever be merry again. To make things worse, this year, her grandfather's...
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Larry Dexter's Great Search, Or The Hunt For The Missing Millionaire is a children's adventure book written by Howard Roger Garis. The story follows Larry Dexter, a young boy with a detective spirit, as he sets out to find the missing millionaire, Mr. Crawford. The only clue Larry has is a note left behind by the millionaire, saying that he has gone on a trip around the world, but Larry believes that something more sinister is at play. Larry, along...
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Cape Cod, one of the nation's oldest regions, can claim many firsts, but not as many as some want you to believe.
Boastfulness, tall tales and plain stretching the truth about history is widely practiced in this tourist mecca. Even esteemed institutions such as churches and historical societies are nimble in the art of gilding the lily. Discover where The Wizard of Oz film really premiered, whether Mercy Otis Warren had a hand in writing the Bill...
6273) Stolen Smell
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In this story from Peru, we meet a baker who is so stingy that he wants to charge people just for smelling his baked goods. When the baker takes his case to court, the wise judge decides to teach the greedy man a well-deserved lesson.
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Uncle Wiggily on The Flying Rug is a children's book written by Howard Roger Garis. The story follows the adventures of Uncle Wiggily and his animal friends, who are magically transported to the Land of Arabia on a flying rug. They encounter a variety of characters, including a wicked magician who tries to capture them, a kind sultan who helps them, and a beautiful princess who needs their help. Uncle Wiggily and his friends use their wits and bravery...
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Beautiful, colorful illustrations show the West African tale of Anansi the spider. In this version of the story, Anansi ties a bit of web to each leg and leaves the other end with many friends who are cooking delicious food. When the food is ready, they will tug on the thread so that Anansi can eat the meal. Much to Anansi's surprise, all of the food is ready at once, causing each of Anansi's legs to be pulled in all different directions! As early...
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Un conte pour petits et grands à partager en famille.
Dans une région devenue brûlante et désertique, un petit village est destiné à mourir. Seul Ambar, un enfant au cœur pur, sera peut-être capable de ramener la pluie parmi les siens, et avec elle la paix, l'espoir, la vie. Et si c'était cela Noël: faire renaître la joie dans les cœurs de ceux qu'on aime?
Ce conte s'adresse à tous, petits et grands, qu'il invite le temps d'une histoire...
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"The Study of Imagination" is a brand new collection of classic essays written by various authors on the subject of fairy tales, mythology, and folk-Lore. Contents include: "Fairy Tales, by G. K. Chesterton", "The Fantastic Imagination, by George Macdonald", "The Worth of Fairy Tales, by Laura F. Kready", "Storyology, by Benjamin Taylor", "A Harvest of Irish Folk-Lore, by John Fiske", "On the Philosophy of Mythology, by F. Max Müller", "Folk-Lore...
6278) Ghosts in South America
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Venezuela may be home to a whistling ghost! El Sibón wanders the country, gathering bones for his collection. If you hear his whistle, run away! This is one of three creepy ghost stories introduced in this book about the haunted tales of South America. Additional features show off the origin of each story, introduce a possible explanation, and highlight another similar story from another part of the world.
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Carcara y sus ojos de águilla, el soberano es una historia de autosuficiencia y determinación. Todos somos uno, independientes y únicos, pero, contradictoriamente, dependientes e viviendo en una sociedad en que podemos destacar por nuestro esfuerzo y dedicación. Solo o acompañado, cada niño será único, y deseamos que tengas la visión de tu propio poder y resistencia, para decidir lo mejor para ti, reconociendo la importancia del otro.
6280) The Trail Book
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The Trail Book – With Illustrations by Milo Winter is a lovely book containing the tales and adventures of two children in a museum written by Mary Austin. Here they discover the lives and folklore of Native Americans and the natural world around them. This book was originally published in 1918 and is considered a classic in American Nature writing. The book is decorated with Milo Winter's fabulous ink drawing and colored plates.
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