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Alan Turing (Real Lives)
by Jim EldridgeAlan Turing was one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century. He created one of the first designs for a stored-program computer and is widely considered to be the father of computer science and artificial intelligence. During World War II, Turing worked for the Government Code and Cypher School at Bletchley Park, Britain's codebreaking centre, where he was responsible for breaking German naval codes, including the supposedly unbreakable Enigma code, and helping the Atlantic convoys avoid German U-boat attacks. This work probably shortened World War II by up to four years, saving millions of lives. This is the story of the amazing life and work of a British hero and one of the greatest thinkers of the 20th century.
Alan Turing (Real Lives)
by Jim EldridgeAlan Turing was one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century. He created one of the first designs for a stored-program computer and is widely considered to be the father of computer science and artificial intelligence. During World War II, Turing worked for the Government Code and Cypher School at Bletchley Park, Britain's codebreaking centre, where he was responsible for breaking German naval codes, including the supposedly unbreakable Enigma code, and helping the Atlantic convoys avoid German U-boat attacks. This work probably shortened World War II by up to four years, saving millions of lives. This is the story of the amazing life and work of a British hero and one of the greatest thinkers of the 20th century.
Alana Dancing Star: A Viennese Waltz
by Arlene PhillipsWelcome to Alana's magical world of dance . . .Alana is getting ready for the Ballroom Bonanza competition in London. But Mum needs her to spend all her time babysitting, and now she's lost her partner.Madame Coco has just the solution - a beautiful gown that magically transports her to the royal ballrooms of Vienna. Will Alana be able to dance with a prince and make it back to waltz her way to brilliance in the Ballroom Bonanza?
Alana Dancing Star: Twilight Tango
by Arlene PhillipsAlana faces her most difficult challenge yet - to master the tricky tango. As she and her friends at Step Out Studio struggle with the complicated moves, their new show is suddenly put in jeopardy.Madame Coco knows just what will help. Putting on one of her stunning tango costumes, Alana is magically whisked away to the back-streets of Buenos Aires in Argentina where she is taught the passionate story of the tango. Can she take all she has learned back home to help her friends dance a thrilling tango?
Alana Dancing Star: La Moves
by Arlene PhillipsBook 2: LA MovesWelcome back to Alana's world - dancing is her number one passion. But everyone at school prefers pop stars to ballroom stars. Can she and her best friend, Meena, pull off a great routine for the school review?Soon enough, a trip to Mademoiselle Coco's Costume Emporium has Alana on another magical dance adventure, this time doing the coolest street dancing moves in LA with the hottest boy band around.Maybe she can show everyone just how cool dancing can be after all?Full of magic, glamour, glitter and loveable characters, each story centres around a brand new dance - from fox trot to tango, samba to street dance. Perfect for fans of Darcey Bussell's Magic Ballerina and Katie Price's Perfect Ponies, as well as TV hits such as Strictly Come Dancing, Dancing on Ice, So You Think You Can Dance?, X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent.
Alana Dancing Star: Bollywood Dreams
by Arlene PhillipsWelcome to Alana's magical world of dance . . .World-famous choreographer and star judge of So You Think You Can Dance?, Arlene Phillips's brings us Alana Dancing Star - the hottest series in girls' fiction.Alana wants to help her best friend Meena audition for a brand new show Bollywood Dreams. They both love Bollywood films, but they're not sure they've got the steps quite right.Madame Coco knows just what to do! It's one short trip to her Costume Emporium before Alana is magically whisked off to the set of a fabulous new Bollywood film, dancing with beautiful movies stars and learning all the best steps to help make Meena a star too.
Alana Dancing Star: Stage Sensation
by Arlene PhillipsAlana and her friends from Step Out Studio are gearing up for a new performance in a show-stopping musical. They all want to sing and dance on stage, but some of them are finding the new routines really hard.Madame Coco's Costume Emporium is the place to go! There, Alana is transported to the bright lights of Broadway in New York City where she meets the members of an amazing dance troupe. Can she learn how to dazzle on stage and help her friends become musical superstars?
Alanna: Song of the Lioness (Song of Lioness #1)
by Tamora Pierce“From now on I’m Alan of Trebond, the younger twin. I’ll be a knight.” Alanna has always craved the adventure and daring allowed only for boys; her twin brother, Thom, yearns to learn the art of magic. So one day they decide to switch places. Disguised as a girl, Thom heads for the convent; Alanna, pretending to be a boy, is on her way to the castle of King Roald to begin her training as a page. But the road to knighthood is not an easy one. As Alanna masters the skills necessary for battle, she must also learn to control her heart and to learn who her enemies are. Filled with swords and sorcery, adventure and intrigue, good and evil, Alanna’s first adventure begins . . .
Alanna: The First Adventure (Song Of The Lioness Ser. #Bk. 1)
by Tamora Pierce Matt JonesThe first two books in the Alanna series."From now on I'm Alan of Trebond, the younger twin. I'll be a knight." Alanna has always craved the adventure and daring allowed only for boys; her twin brother, Thom, yearns to learn the art of magic. So one day they decide to switch places. Disguised as a girl, Thom heads for the convent; Alanna, pretending to be a boy, is on her way to the castle of King Roald to begin her training as a page. But the road to knighthood is not an easy one. As Alanna masters the skills necessary for battle, she must also learn to control her heart and to learn who her enemies are. Filled with swords and sorcery, adventure and intrigue, good and evil, Alanna's first adventure begins . . .In the second adventure:Still disguised as a boy, Alanna becomes a squire to none other than the prince of the realm. Prince Jonathan is not only Alanna's liege lord, he is also her best friend - and one of the few who knows the secret of her true identity. But when a mysterious sorcerer threatens the prince's life, it will take all of Alanna's skill, strength, and magical power to protect him - even at the risk of revealing who she really is . . .
Alastair Campbell Talks Politics (Talks)
by null Alastair CampbellTHE empowering intro to politics that EVERY young person needs right now from writer, podcaster and strategist ALASTAIR CAMPBELL. Politics made fun? YES, REALLY! Writer, podcaster and strategist, Alastair Campbell, makes politics exciting, relatable and personal – AT LAST! Alastair shares his incredible knowledge and passion to empower young people and give them the skills and confidence they need to understand how the country is run, how they can get involved, encourage them to have a view, or take a stand, give them tips about how to debate, and so much more! EVERYONE should have a copy of this brilliant guide to understanding the world of politics, which is bursting with Q&As, quizzes, tips, challenges and interviews. Also available in the series: • Deborah Meaden Talks Money – 978-0008651527
Alastair Humphreys' Great Adventurers (PDF)
by Alastair Humphreys Kevin WardHand-picked by adventurer Alastair Humphreys, this compilation retells the extraordinary journeys undertaken by his personal heroes. These men and women have ventured into space, oceans, deserts and jungles and inspired Alastair's own adventures. They may do the same for you too.
Alaw y Dylwythen Deg Werdd (Cyfres Hud yr Enfys #4)
by Daisy Meadows Elin MeekDilyna dylwythen deg i ben draw'r enfys! Mae Alaw y Dylwythen Deg Werdd ar goll mewn pant deiliog. All Siriol a Catrin ddatrys cyfrinach yr ardd a'i hachub? Addasiad Cymraeg o Fern the Green Fairy. [Follow a fairy to the end of the rainbow! Fern the Green Fairy is lost in a leafy hollow. Can Rachel and Kirsty solve the secret of the garden and save her? A Welsh adaptation of Fern the Green Fairy.] *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.
Alberic the Wise and Other Journeys
by Norton JusterThree tales of wit and wonder from the children’s classic author of ‘The Phantom Tollbooth’.
ALBERT (First Names #11)
by Haydn KayeThe most famous scientific genius in history, and the man who reshaped how humans think about the universe!But who exactly was the mastermind? Find out why Albert was nicknamed the Dopey One; why the Nobel team didn’t want him to win their Physics prize… and why his brain was pickled.Meet the man who changed the way the whole world thought about science, and get to know Albert on First Name terms.
Albert Einstein: Level 4 (National Geographic Readers Ser.)
by Libby Romero National Geographic KidsNational Geographic Primary Readers is a high-interest series of beginning reading books that have been developed in consultation with education experts. The books pair magnificent National Geographic photographs with lively text by skilled children’s book authors across four reading levels. Explore one of the most recognised scientists in the world with this biography of physicist Albert Einstein. Kids will learn about his life, achievements, and the challenges he faced along the way. The Level 4 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging, information for independent readers. Level 4: Independent reader: Perfect for kids who are reading on their own with ease and are ready for more challenging vocabulary with varied sentence structures. They are ideal for readers of White and Lime books.
Albert Le Blanc
by Nick ButterworthAn uplifting story about a bear without a smile from the bestselling creator of Percy the Park Keeper.
Albert Pujols: On the Field with...
by Matt ChristopherAnyone who has ever had the privilege of watching Albert Pujols of the St. Louis Cardinals knows the sound of a hit. It's the sound his bat makes when it connects with the ball. It's a sound that's been heard countless times since his 2001 rookie season. That year, he took the league by storm by posting some of the most fantastic offensive stats of any rookie ever-and he's been doing the same ever since, shattering records and helping his team win games, including the 2006 World Series, with clutch hits and amazing home runs. This biography offers an up-close look at this superstar's life and the most memorable moments of his outstanding career to date.
Albert Talbot: Master of Disguise
by Ben ManleyA story of imagination and adventure from the acclaimed author of The Misadventures of Frederick, Ben Manley, and Daddy Long Legs illustrator Aurélie Guillerey.Who will Albert be next? A fearless mountaineer, a brilliant mechanical engineer or a galactic megalord? Anything is possible with an imagination like Albert's as he powers through his day.As a boy, Albert is nervous in a swimming lesson, but as Zandrian Delaclair, Antarctic Submariner and slayer of vampire cuttlefish, he's as brave and bold as can be. Show and Tell in front of the whole class can be a bit scary, but by imagining himself to be Professor Octavius Pickleswick he's proud to show off his greatest invention yet.A brilliantly funny story, full of exciting things to look at, about the joys of being whoever you want to be . . . and the comfort of sometimes just being yourself.
Album For The Young: Op. 39; 24 Easy Pieces (PDF)
by Pyotr Il'Yich Tchaikovsky A. RuthardtAlbum For The Young
Albus Dumbledore (large print)
by RnibThis image shows Albus Dumbledore standing in his study beside a small bookcase. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left, when the image is the correct way up. Dumbledore is on the left of the page and his bookcase is on the right. He is shown facing you so both his eyes can be found. Dumbledore wears a pair of half-moon reading glasses which he is not looking through because he is looking at you. Between his nose and smiling mouth, Dumbledore has a huge moustache which merges with his long, silver hair on each side of his face and his very long beard. It hangs right down his front, with the pointed end tucked behind his belt and showing below the buckle of his brown leather belt. He wears a light purple robe which reaches to below his knees, and his heeled boots can be seen at the bottom of the image. Draped around his shoulders and over his robe, Dumbledore wears a purple cloak that almost reaches the floor behind his boots. His arms are outstretched to either side of his body. In his hand on the left side of the page he holds his wand. At the right of the page is Dumbledore's bookcase. There are two shelves holding lots of magical spell books of different heights and thicknesses, some upright and some at a slant. On top of the bookcase there are books on either side with a tall candle in a candlestick between them. The book on the left is lying open, with its lower edge showing. The book on the right is closed, with its spine to the left. The candle is lit, and blobs of wax are shown dripping down it.
Albus Dumbledore (UEB contracted)
by RnibThis image shows Albus Dumbledore standing in his study beside a small bookcase. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left, when the image is the correct way up. Dumbledore is on the left of the page and his bookcase is on the right. He is shown facing you so both his eyes can be found. Dumbledore wears a pair of half-moon reading glasses which he is not looking through because he is looking at you. Between his nose and smiling mouth, Dumbledore has a huge moustache which merges with his long, silver hair on each side of his face and his very long beard. It hangs right down his front, with the pointed end tucked behind his belt and showing below the buckle of his brown leather belt. He wears a light purple robe which reaches to below his knees, and his heeled boots can be seen at the bottom of the image. Draped around his shoulders and over his robe, Dumbledore wears a purple cloak that almost reaches the floor behind his boots. His arms are outstretched to either side of his body. In his hand on the left side of the page he holds his wand. At the right of the page is Dumbledore's bookcase. There are two shelves holding lots of magical spell books of different heights and thicknesses, some upright and some at a slant. On top of the bookcase there are books on either side with a tall candle in a candlestick between them. The book on the left is lying open, with its lower edge showing. The book on the right is closed, with its spine to the left. The candle is lit, and blobs of wax are shown dripping down it.
Albus Dumbledore (UEB uncontracted)
by RnibThis image shows Albus Dumbledore standing in his study beside a small bookcase. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left, when the image is the correct way up. Dumbledore is on the left of the page and his bookcase is on the right. He is shown facing you so both his eyes can be found. Dumbledore wears a pair of half-moon reading glasses which he is not looking through because he is looking at you. Between his nose and smiling mouth, Dumbledore has a huge moustache which merges with his long, silver hair on each side of his face and his very long beard. It hangs right down his front, with the pointed end tucked behind his belt and showing below the buckle of his brown leather belt. He wears a light purple robe which reaches to below his knees, and his heeled boots can be seen at the bottom of the image. Draped around his shoulders and over his robe, Dumbledore wears a purple cloak that almost reaches the floor behind his boots. His arms are outstretched to either side of his body. In his hand on the left side of the page he holds his wand. At the right of the page is Dumbledore's bookcase. There are two shelves holding lots of magical spell books of different heights and thicknesses, some upright and some at a slant. On top of the bookcase there are books on either side with a tall candle in a candlestick between them. The book on the left is lying open, with its lower edge showing. The book on the right is closed, with its spine to the left. The candle is lit, and blobs of wax are shown dripping down it.
The Alchemist and the Angel
by Joanne OwenEverything changes for orphaned Jan when his beloved uncle, Gustav - anatomist, natural scientist and aspiring alchemist - enlists his help in a quest to create a life-generating serum. To test the serum, they must follow a set of ancient instructions and play a dangerous game of bringing the inanimate to life... When Gustav dies suddenly, it's up to Jan to continue his work - little does he know that his beautiful, calculating aunt dreams of using the serum for her own purposes - eternal life.Under the façade of her grief, she convinces Jan they must move from Vienna to Prague, and when she mysteriously disappears, Jan searches for her. In the plague-ridden ghettos and the court of the mad Emperor Rudolf, he must pit his wits against an extraordinary cast of characters and events. His only ally is Zuzana, a girl with secrets of her own.Set against the vivid backdrop of 16th century Prague and the equally breathtaking Vienna, a magical, historical adventure from a talented author.
The Alchemyst: Book 1 (The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel #1)
by Michael ScottNicholas Flamel was born in Paris on 28 September 1330. Nearly seven hundred years later, he is acknowledged as the greatest Alchemyst of his day. It is said that he discovered the secret of eternal life. The records show that he died in 1418. But his tomb is empty and Nicholas Flamel lives. The secret of eternal life is hidden within the book he protects - the Book of Abraham the Mage. It's the most powerful book that has ever existed. In the wrong hands, it will destroy the world. And that's exactly what Dr. John Dee plans to do when he steals it. Humankind won't know what's happening until it's too late. And if the prophecy is right, Sophie and Josh Newman are the only ones with the power to save the world as we know it. Sometimes legends are true. And Sophie and Josh Newman are about to find themselves in the middle of the greatest legend of all time.