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The Little Mermaid and Other Fairy Tales (Dover Children's Evergreen Classics)

For generations, the fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen have delighted readers with their originality, whimsy, and humorous treatment of such human foibles as vanity, snobbery, and greed. This collection of thirteen of the author's most popular stories is no exception.In "The Little Mermaid," the youngest of six mermaid princesses falls in love with a human and longs to live an ordinary life. "Great Claus and Little Claus" tells of a clever young man who turns a series of misfortunes into a windfall. Andersen's masterpiece about self-discovery, "The Ugly Duckling," is accompanied by the magical "Red Shoes," "Thumbelina," "The Emperor's New Clothes," "The Princess and the Pea," "The Little Match Girl," "The Snow Queen," and four others.Among the most frequently translated works in literary history, these children's classics invite readers of all ages to enjoy and rediscover the pleasures of time-honored tales.

The Queen, the Princes and the Mermaid: Hans Christian Andersen's Most Enchanting Tales

A beautiful gift collection of Hans Christian Andersen's most enchanting fairytalesA girl journeys across unknown lands to rescue her friend from the clutches of The Snow Queen, who has imprisoned his heart in ice. A sister struggles to break the spell that has turned her ten princely brothers into swans. A mermaid decides to leave her underwater world behind for love.These renowned fairy tales, brimming with imaginative richness, are some of the most magical and inspiring ever written.The Snow QueenThe Wild SwansThe Little MermaidThe NightingaleThe True-Hearted Tin Soldier

La sirenita

La Sirenita es la historia de una de las hijas del rey del mar que desde pequeña quiso conocer el mundo de los humanos. Esta es una obra más de la serie Princesitas. Ahora verás ese sueño de campos, cielo y música y como tantas otras niñas descubrirás que el cariño que sintió nuestra sirena fue más fuerte que su amor al mar. Acompaña a La Sirenita en su deseo por ver el cielo y las aves. Ayúdala a salvar al príncipe de entre las furiosas aguas y quédate con ella mientras su colita de pez se convierte en piernas. Lee su llegada a palacio y verás que convertirte en una princesa puede ser más fácil de lo que te imaginas. iNo te pierdas esta historia!

Bringing Light to Twilight: Perspectives on a Pop Culture Phenomenon

The essays in this collection use the interpretative lens to interrogate the meanings of Meyer's books, making a compelling case for the cultural relevance of Twilight and providing insights on how we can "read" popular culture to our best advantage.

Reading Harry Potter: Critical Essays (Contributions to the Study of Popular Culture)

J. K. Rowling achieved astounding commercial success with her series of novels about Harry Potter, the boy-wizard who finds out about his magical powers on the morning of his eleventh birthday. The books' incredible popularity, and the subsequent likelihood that they are among this generation's most formative narratives, call for critical exploration and study to interpret the works' inherent tropes and themes. The essays in this collection assume that Rowling's works should not be relegated to the categories of pulp fiction or children's trends, which would deny their certain influence on the intellectual, emotional, and psychosocial development of today's children. The variety of contributions allows for a range of approaches and interpretive methods in exploring the novels, and reveals the deeper meanings and attitudes towards justice, education, race, foreign cultures, socioeconomic class, and gender.Following an introductory discussion of the Harry Potter phenomenon are essays considering the psychological and social-developmental experiences of children as mirrored in Rowling's novels. Next, the works' literary and historical contexts are examined, including the European fairy tale tradition, the British abolitionist movement, and the public-school story genre. A third section focuses on the social values underlying the Potter series and on issues such as morality, the rule of law, and constructions of bravery.

The King Who Turned into a Serpent and Other Thrilling Tales of Royalty from Indian Mythology

A prince born with four arms and a third eye.A princess who inspired a cowherd to become a great poet.A king so generous he sacrificed himself to feed a bird.A queen skilled beyond compare in warfare.Awe-inspiring fighters, feisty leaders, exemplary friends, mighty monarchs, expert cooks and super-strong sleepyheads... Who were these multifaceted rulers who stood out among the hundreds in the lore of our land? From Shibi Chakravarti to Bhoja, from Vidyottama to Meenakshi, from Yudhishthira to Nahusha, and from Shishupala to Nala - what was extraordinary about them and their times?In over 15 fascinating stories, this charmingly illustrated book takes you to the kingdoms, courts, palaces and battlefields of glorious royals, who shaped our values and made their place forever in our epics and legends.

The Phoenix in the Sky: Tales of Wonder and Wisdom from World Religions

Why does a prince give up everything in the search of truth? What can a little squirrel do to help Rama build a bridge across the sea? How does a coat end up becoming a guest at a banquet? This fascinating collection of stories answers these questions and more, while introducing you to the everyday wisdom of ancient scriptures. Handpicked from a range of texts – from the Mahabharata and the Upanishads to the Bible and the Quran, from the Jatakas and Jain parables to Lao Tzu’s teachings – these are tales of wise kings and wandering monks, of ordinary people and their extraordinary deeds, of great escapes and mighty miracles, of clever creatures and foolish gods. Heart-warming, uplifting and sprinkled with gentle wit, these stories will comfort and inspire you every time you read them.

The Queen Who Ruled the Waves and Other Amazing Tales of Royalty from Indian History

A king who composed more than 400 songs.A princess who followed a beloved temple idol to the very end.Emperors who tamed wild cheetahs and kept zebras as pets.Queens who fought the mightiest and cruellest powers on land and sea.Determined warriors, artistic temple builders, wise administrators, prolific writers, unabashed food-lovers and expert musicians... Who were these incredible, multifaceted rulers from the past who stood out among hundreds of others? From Kattabomman to Krishnadevaraya, from Abbakka to Durgavati, from Velu Nachiyar to Shantala, and from Mahendravarman to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj - what was extraordinary about them and their reign?In over 15 fascinating stories, this charmingly illustrated book takes you to the kingdoms, courts, palaces and battlefields of glorious royals, who shaped events in their own times and made their place forever in our history.

Awakening the Rainmaker: A Guide to Gender Equality

As per the Global Gender Gap Report 2021, it will take 267.6 years to close the gender gap in economic participation and opportunity.In 2021, India slipped 28 places and ranked 140th among 156 nations in The Global Gender Gap Index. Our female labour force participation rate stands distressingly low at 22.3 per cent.Only 31 per centof women occupy the Chief Human Resources Officer's role in India, a role which is over-represented by women in other countries, such as the US and South Africa.Less than 3 per cent of Chief Executive Officers in India are women.Like many women in the middle of their career, author Nishtha Anand too was overwhelmed when she first became pregnant with her child-would she also fall off her career trajectory like countless others? She hoped to nudge women, their families and organisations with practical hacks for awakening the rainmaker in them and those around them. Thus was born Awakening the Rainmaker that will motivate women to pursue their dreams and ambitions-with free choices and no guilt. Nishtha captures the gaps and potential solutions across the life cycle of a woman. She includes her learnings and interactions with women from different fields-some of India's most powerful women in business, CEOs, entrepreneurs, award-winning scientists, leading sports personalities and digital influencers. These women had their own mountains to conquer which they did with determination, planning and the right support. Further, she focuses on requisites for upbringing, demeanour and corporate policies and defines a framework for organisations to ensure a gender-neutral ecosystem.Awakening the Rainmaker will inspire during the crossroads of life and lead the way for women to pursue their ambitions.

Meri Bindi (My Bindi)

Bindis can be big and small, red and blue, long and sparkly! Join Noor and Neel as their tiger friend Moochhar Singh leads them to a land filled with colourful characters, all of them wearing their favourite bindis! The first of the Meri Duniya (My World) series of bilingual Hindi–English books, Meri Bindi (My Bindi) is filled with imaginative handmade illustrations explained with three lines of text – in Hindi, how to say it, and the English translation.

Cyfrol Straeon Byrion 2

Cyfrol o straeon byrion ar gyfer Cyfnod Allweddol 3 (12-15 oed). Mae yma awduron fel Dylan Iorwerth, Caryl Lewis, Sian Northey, Cynan Llwyd a Llio Maddocks. [A collection of 15 short stories suitable for Key Stage 3 pupils (12-15 years old). Authors include Dylan Iorwerth, Caryl Lewis, Sian Northey, Cynan Llwyd and Llio Maddocks.]

Seren Wib a Straeon Eraill

Cyfrol o straeon byrion ar gyfer Cyfnod Allweddol 3 (12-15 oed). Bydd y gyfrol hon yn cynnwys straeon gan awduron profiadol a rhai newydd e.e. Jon Gower, Manon Steffan Ros, Miriam Elin a Gwennan Evans. [A volume of short stories for Key Stage 3 (12-15 years old) pupils comprising 10 stories written by experienced and new authors, e.g. Jon Gower, Manon Steffan Ros, Miriam Elin and Gwennan Evans.]

Honco! - 9 Stori Od ar y 9

Llyfr i blant 9-11 mlwydd oed. Straeon gan naw o awduron: Bethan Gwanas, Arwel Roberts, Ifan Morgan Jones, Helen Emanuel Davies, Dewi Prysor, Elin Meek, Meleri Wyn James, Gareth F. Williams a Gordon Jones. [A book for children aged 9-11. A collection of stories by nine authors: Bethan Gwanas, Arwel Roberts, Ifan Morgan Jones, Helen Emanuel Davies, Dewi Prysor, Elin Meek, Meleri Wyn James, Gareth F. Williams and Gordon Jones.] *Datganiad hawlfraint Gwneir y copi hwn dan dermau Rheoliadau (Anabledd) Hawlfraint a Hawliau mewn Perfformiadau 2014 i'w ddefnyddio gan berson sy'n anabl o ran print yn unig. Oni chaniateir gan gyfraith, ni ellir ei gopïo ymhellach, na'i roi i unrhyw berson arall, heb ganiatâd.

Can I tell you about Multiple Sclerosis?: A guide for friends, family and professionals (PDF)

Meet Maria - a woman with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Maria tells the story of her holiday with her husband Ben, her children Cara and Dino, and Teddy the dog, which was interrupted when she began to feel dizzy, exhausted and weak. She explains how this led to her diagnosis and describes what MS is, how it affects her daily life and what others can do to help. This illustrated book will be an ideal introduction to MS for children from the age of 7, as well as older readers. It will help family, friends and carers to better understand and explain MS, and will be an excellent starting point for group discussions.

This Shattered World: A Starbound Novel (The\starbound Trilogy Ser. #2)

Their Fractured Light: A Starbound Novel (The\starbound Trilogy Ser. #3)

Set in the same world as the Starbound series' (Disney Hyperion) earlier hits but featuring new characters, this title is bound to be accessible and enjoyable to fans and new readers alike. A year ago, Flynn Cormac and Jubilee Chase made the now infamous Avon Broadcast, calling on the galaxy to protect them from destruction. A year before that, Tarver Merendsen and Lilac LaRoux were rescued from a terrible shipwreck. Now, on the planet of Corinth, all four are about to collide with two new players, who will bring the fight against LaRoux Industries to a head.

First Thousand Words In English Sticker Book (First Thousand Words (PDF))

This classic title, containing a thousand things to spot in busy scenes, has been revised and updated for the 40th anniversary of Usborne Publishing. Three generations of children have built their basic vocabulary with this entertaining and fun book. This is the original find-the-duck, for which illustrator Stephen Cartwright first invented the iconic Little Yellow Duck.

American Medical Association Boy's Guide to Becoming a Teen

Becoming a teen is an important milestone in every boy’s life. It’s even more important to get answers and advice to the most common health issues boys face from a trusted source. The American Medical Association Boy’s Guide to Becoming a Teen is filled with invaluable advice to get you ready for the changes you will experience during puberty. Learn about these important topics and more: Puberty and what kinds of physical and emotional changes you can expect—from your developing body to your feelings about girls The importance of eating the right foods and taking care of your body Pimples, acne, and how to properly care for your skin Your reproductive system—inside and out Thinking about relationships and dealing with new feelings

American Medical Association Boy's Guide to Becoming a Teen

Becoming a teen is an important milestone in every boy’s life. It’s even more important to get answers and advice to the most common health issues boys face from a trusted source. The American Medical Association Boy’s Guide to Becoming a Teen is filled with invaluable advice to get you ready for the changes you will experience during puberty. Learn about these important topics and more: Puberty and what kinds of physical and emotional changes you can expect—from your developing body to your feelings about girls The importance of eating the right foods and taking care of your body Pimples, acne, and how to properly care for your skin Your reproductive system—inside and out Thinking about relationships and dealing with new feelings

American Medical Association Girl's Guide to Becoming a Teen

Becoming a teen is an important milestone in every girl’s life. It’s even more important to get answers and advice to the most common health issues girls face from a trusted source. The American Medical Association Girl’s Guide to Becoming a Teen is filled with invaluable advice to get you ready for the changes you will experience during puberty. Learn about these important topics and more: Puberty and what kinds of physical and emotional changes you can expect—from your developing body to your feelings about boys The importance of eating the right foods and taking care of your body Your reproductive system inside and out Starting your period—what it means and how to handle it Thinking about relationships and dealing with new feelings

American Medical Association Girl's Guide to Becoming a Teen

Becoming a teen is an important milestone in every girl’s life. It’s even more important to get answers and advice to the most common health issues girls face from a trusted source. The American Medical Association Girl’s Guide to Becoming a Teen is filled with invaluable advice to get you ready for the changes you will experience during puberty. Learn about these important topics and more: Puberty and what kinds of physical and emotional changes you can expect—from your developing body to your feelings about boys The importance of eating the right foods and taking care of your body Your reproductive system inside and out Starting your period—what it means and how to handle it Thinking about relationships and dealing with new feelings

The Good Times of Pelican Rise: Save The Joeys

Questions Raised By Quolls is an eloquent examination of extinction and conservation set against the backdrop of global climate change. From his own family lineage, Harry reveals how the prosperity of the human race runs parallel with the decline of the natural world. Evocative and challenging, this eulogy to lost species will force you to question your place in the vast interconnected web of life.

Backyard Pets: Activities for Exploring Wildlife Close to Home

Get to know the amazing creatures right outside your door! What do toads like to eat? Why do crickets sing? Why does a firefly glow? If you've ever longed to know more about the habits of the animals and insects that live in your backyard, here's the book you've been waiting for! With Backyard Pets, you'll find out how to catch and care for lots of different, easy-to-find critters, from terrific toads to slithering slugs. You'll perform all sorts of investigations and activities, including discovering how snails eat and how caterpillars protect themselves, before you return your newly found pets safely to their natural home. And you'll even find out how to attract birds and butterflies to homemade feeders and gardens so that you can observe them every day as they go about their amazing lives. As you take care of your pets, you'll learn how to interpret fireflies' signals; how to entice worms from their burrows with sound; and how to make birdfeeders, hummingbird gardens, and toad abodes. Along the way, you'll discover lots of fascinating facts about the lives of these clever critters-from what their favorite foods are to how they see, hear, and move, and even how they help the environment.

WaR: Wizards And Robots (Wizards and Robots)

An explosive action-adventure novel created by will.i.am and renowned futurist Brian David Johnson. Wizards are real, robots from the future are here, and the fate of our world rests in the hands of one unsuspecting teenager.When a young man breaks into her home claiming her life is in danger, Ada Luring's world changes forever. Geller is a wizard, on the run from his father's hidden clan who want to kill Ada and her mother. Sara Luring is the scientist who will create the first robot, the wizards' age-old foes. But a robot has travelled back in time to find Ada, and will lay everything on the line to protect her, as she may just be the key to preventing the earth's destruction in the future. Ada, Geller and the robots must learn to work together to change the past and secure the future. But they don't have much time before a mysterious enemy launches its attack on Earth...

The Guns of Bull Run