Resultados para "John of John" en Literatura y ficción

American Revolutionary history, woven together with courage, Christmas wonder, and a good old-fashioned fireside story, comes alive in this immersive audiobook experience, brought to life by a lovable Ole' Yarn Spinner. It is the winter of 1776, and the soldiers at Valley Forge are cold, hungry, and far from home. On Christmas Eve, General George Washington entrusts a young Continental soldier, Corporal Alexander Minwinter, with a quiet but important mission—and places in his hands a bright golden skeleton key, tied with a regal red cord.

Contrabando, tesoros y naufragios, en un clásico de aventuras impulsado por Pérez-Reverte que nos invita a emprender el viaje, compartiendo en el prólogo emotivos recuerdos vinculados a 'Moonfleet'.Elogiada en la brillante construcción de sus personajes por Conrad, inspiración para Tintín...

When Deputy Kile calls in a favor and recruits Slim to help him round up some escaped goats that have made their way onto the ranch, a hilarious rodeo ensues!

Partons à la découverte de Cléopâtre, ce personnage de légende, à la beauté éclatante. Reine d'Egypte, cultivée, ambitieuse et intelligente, Cléopâtre influence son époque. Elle est aimée par Jules César maître de Rome, et finit par entrer dans l'Histoire par sa destinée tragique.

After 13-year-old Hertz endures World War II, he must now survive Berlin’s devastation. With only Father’s violin as comfort, Hertz scrounges for food with his older sister Elsa, best friend Jakub from Poland, and fellow Berliners. Meanwhile, Soviet soldiers police the streets and blockade people from traveling to the American-controlled areas of Berlin.

In The Tempest, long considered one of Shakespeare’s most lyrical plays, Prospero, a sorcerer, and his daughter, Miranda, have been stranded on an enchanted island for 12 years. When a shipwreck—caused by the eponymous tempest—brings enemies to the island, the stage is set for comedy, romance, and reconciliation.

Willkommen bei den Gartenfreunden! Zwischen einem kleinen Teich, einem schiefen Häuschen, blühenden Blumen und alten Obstbäumen liegt ein ganz besonderer Garten. Hier leben Schorsch, Ferdi, Frau Maier, Borst, Helen und Lotte. Jeder von ihnen hat seine eigene Persönlichkeit, seine Stärken...

The Boy at the Top of the Mountain by John Boyne, the author of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, is another extraordinary historical fiction about World War II and innocence in the face of evil. When Pierrot becomes an orphan, he must leave his home in Paris for a new life with his aunt Beatrix...

The next work of historical fiction from the author of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, John Boyne's Stay Where You Are and Then Leave is a touching look at the effects war has on a family. The day the First World War broke out, Alfie Summerfield's father promised he wouldn't go away to...

John William Drake was born an explorer; just like many, many Drakes before him. His adventure really began with the discovery of a book hidden in the ceiling, followed by the mysterious disappearance of his father. He lived every day in misery until his 12th birthday. A new friend gave him an invitation he could not turn down: follow me and change your destiny. He never imagined being captured by bandits and taken to a ship riddled with river rats was part of his fate. Not just any bandits - the Bandits of Basswood.

Fairytales are a universal part of childhood. No matter what time or what place you grew up, you have at one point or another heard that classic phrase “once upon a time.” They are usually the first stories we ever hear or read. These types of tales set us up to understand the art of stories and storytelling, and they are certainly worth revisiting. Here in The Blue Fairy Book, the first of Andrew Lang’s beloved collections of classic fairy stories, you will return to the tales you already know.

A neighbor watches his neighbor's two kids during the holiday season. He tells them a little-known tale about the Afghan hound. It is a sweeping saga that begins in ancient Egypt in a time of anxiety and war and ends in Bethlehem with hope and love. It depicts love in action, and many times that means sacrifice. This is a great Christmas gift, especially for ages 9 to 15. A Christmas dog story. A Christmas classic.

Charlie never meant to travel back in time–but now he's trapped in wartime Devon. Living with a strict farming family, waking before dawn, and trying not to get pecked by broody hens is only the beginning. As air raids, rationing and hard farm work become part of everyday life, Charlie must rely on new friendships and a mysterious family diary to uncover the truth about his great-grandad's past–and find a way home. Charlie, the Evacuee is a heartwarming timeslip adventure that brings the Second World War vividly to life through the eyes of an eleven-year-old boy.

When John Henry was born the birds, bears, rabbits, and even a unicorn came to see him. He grew so fast, he burst right through the porch roof, and laughed so loud, he scared the sun! Soon John Henry is swinging two huge sledgehammers to build roads, pulverizing boulders, and smashing rocks to smithereens. He's stronger than ten men and can dig through a mountain faster than a steam drill. Nothing can stop John Henry, and his courage stays with us forever.

Ready to Supercharge Your Child’s Vocabulary with Adventure? Meet Marvelous Maxx! Looking for a fun, action-packed way to expand your child’s vocabulary? Marvelous Maxx and the Field Trip is the perfect blend of thrilling storytelling and educational fun—with a bonus first-aid lesson built right in!

In this lively book, children discover a world of colors all around them: red is spices and swirling skirts, yellow is masa, tortillas, and sweet corn cake. Many of the featured objects are Latino in origin, and all are universal in appeal. With rich, boisterous illustrations, a fun-to-listen-to rhyming text, and an informative glossary, this playful concept book will reinforce the colors found in every child's day!

Bruno tem nove anos e não sabe nada sobre o Holocausto e a Solução Final contra os judeus. Também não faz idéia que seu país está em guerra com boa parte da Europa, e muito menos que sua família está envolvida no conflito. Na verdade, Bruno sabe apenas que foi obrigado a abandonar a...

The life of astronaut John "Danny" Olivas.

Calling Anna and Bennett’s romance long distance is an understatement. She’s from 1995 Chicago, and he’s a time traveller from 2012 San Francisco. They never should have met, but they did. They fell in love, even though they knew they shouldn't. And they found a way to stay together...

This engaging collection of seven classic children’s stories presented by Voices in the Wind Audio Theatre includes Alice In Wonderland, Alice Through the Looking Glass, Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, The Secret Garden, and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Each story is performed by a full cast of award-winning voice actors enhanced by sound effects and music. Timeless classics that are sure to entice the imagination of the very young and the young at heart!