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Marion Takes a Break: A Purrfect Four-book Boxed Set: Amy And The Missing Puppy; All About Ellie; Liz Learns A Lesson; Marion Takes A Break (The Critter Club #4)
by Marsha Riti Callie BarkleyWhen an injury slows her down, Marion counts on The Critter Club to help her realize what's most important.From violin lessons to training for an upcoming horse competition, Marion is scheduled to the max. Even though she always makes time for her duties at The Critter Club, she is beginning to feel overwhelmed. But when an accident forces Marion to slow down, Marion relies on her friends (the two- and four-legged ones) to cheer her up! As Marion's ankle heals, she discovers a new talent--and realizes that winning isn't everything. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Critter Club chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Marion and the Girls' Getaway (The Critter Club #20)
by Callie BarkleyMarion plans a perfect girls weekend for her friends—with a surprise appearance from a snow bunny!—in the twentieth book of the Critter Club series.Marion has planned the ultimate girls&’ getaway. There will be skiing, a trip to the spa, and of course, hot chocolate! What Marion didn&’t plan was a snow bunny sighting! As members of the Critter Club, she and her friends are so excited to find the most adorable bunny. But when Marion&’s kitten, Ollie, scares the bunnies away, Marion scolds him. That&’s when she notices he&’s been acting a little strange the whole time. What&’s wrong with Ollie? And will the girls get to see the bunnies again? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Critter Club chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!
Marion and the Secret Letter (The Critter Club #16)
by Callie Barkley Tracy BishopWhat happens when Marion loses her class pet hamster and a mysterious letter turns up in her locker in this sixteenth book of The Critter Club series?Finally! It’s Marion’s turn to take care of Teddy, the class pet hamster! As a member of The Critter Club, Marion is used to being around animals, but she’s excited to bring one home. The problem is, after one night in her house, Teddy goes missing! The next day, Marion finds a mysterious letter in her locker with clues that lead her on a scavenger hunt. Does someone know where Teddy is? And who is that someone? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Critter Club chapter books are perfect for beginning readers!
Marion's Got the Butterflies (The Critter Club #24)
by Callie BarkleyIn the twenty-fourth book of the Critter Club series, Marion volunteers at a butterfly release event and helps her sister get over her fear of bugs!Marion learns that there&’s going to be a butterfly release event at the Santa Vista Arboretum. And she decides she wants to be a part of it! So she volunteers to spread the word and lead the arts and crafts table at the event. Even though none of her friends can make it, she hopes her younger sister, Gabby, will come. But then she remembers that Gabby is afraid of bugs. Can Marion help the butterflies and help Gabby get over her fear? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Critter Club chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Marion's Warm Welcome (The Critter Club #28)
by Callie BarkleyIn the twenty-eighth book of the Critter Club series, Marion welcomes a new student and befriends fluffy alpacas!Marion is excited to welcome a new student to her horseback riding class. But when the new student claims to hate horses, Marion isn&’t so sure if they can be friends anymore. Can a little bit of alpaca yarn mend their rocky start? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Critter Club chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Mariposa Loves Music: Mariposa Ama La Música
by Rachel BomalaskiJoin Mariposa on a bilingual journey, as she discovers the joy of creativity! Mariposa is a young girl who loves music. She loves music so much, she wants to make up a song of her very own! She learns a new word, "composer," from her guitar teacher. She decides on the spot that she wants to be a composer, someone who writes their own music! Mariposa follows her heart and sings her own song, in which she expresses her love of music in a way that will have you singing like "the wind through the chimes, bright and clear." Let Mariposa's imaginative adventure inspire you, in both English and Spanish!
Mariposa Road: The First Butterfly Big Year
by Robert Michael PyleAn account of a cross-country adventure chasing butterflies: “Armchair travelers who love a good yarn will find Pyle’s exuberance catching.” —Seattle TimesPart road-trip tale, part travelogue of lost and found landscapes, all good-natured natural history, Mariposa Road tracks Bob Pyle’s journey across the United States as he races against the calendar in his search for as many of the eight hundred American butterflies as he can find. Like Pyle’s classic Chasing Monarchs, Mariposa Road recounts his adventures, high and low, in tracking down butterflies in his own low-tech, individual way.Accompanied by Marsha, his cottonwood-limb butterfly net; Powdermilk, his 1982 Honda Civic with 345,000 miles on the odometer; and the small Leitz binoculars he has carried for more than thirty years, Bob ventured out in a series of remarkable trips from his Northwest home. From the California coastline in company with overwintering monarchs to the Far Northern tundra in pursuit of mysterious sulphurs and arctics; from the zebras and daggerwings of the Everglades to the leafwings, bluewings, and border rarities of the lower Rio Grande; from Graceland to ranchland and Kauai to Key West, these intimate encounters with the land, its people, and its fading fauna are wholly original. At turns whimsical, witty, informative, and inspirational, Mariposa Road is an extraordinary journey of discovery that leads the reader ever farther into butterfly country and deeper into the heart of the naturalist.“What Roger Tory Peterson was for birds, Bob Pyle is for butterflies . . . From the dusty heat of Texas and the tropical lushness of Hawaii to the legendary outhouse of the Midnight Sun in the Alaskan Arctic, Pyle is a traveling companion who never grows dull.” —Scott Weidensaul, author of Of a Feather
Maritime Animals: Ships, Species, Stories (Animalibus)
by Kaori NagaiThis volume explores nonhuman animals’ involvement with human maritime activities in the age of sail—as well as the myriad multispecies connections formed across different geographical locations knitted together by the long history of global ship movement. Far from treating the ship as a confined space defined by the sea, Maritime Animals considers the ship’s connections to broader contexts and networks and covers a variety of locations, from the Canadian Arctic to the Pacific Islands. Each chapter focuses on the oceanic experiences of a particular species, from ship vermin, animals transported onboard as food, and animal specimens for scientific study to livestock, companion and working animals, deep-sea animals that find refuge in shipwrecks, and terrestrial animals that hunker down on flotsam and jetsam. Drawing on recent scholarship in animal studies, maritime studies, environmental humanities, and a wide range of other perspectives and storytelling approaches, Maritime Animals challenges an anthropocentric understanding of maritime history. Instead, this volume highlights the ways in which species, through their interaction with the oceans, tell stories and make histories in significant and often surprising ways.In addition to the editor, the contributors to this volume include Anna Boswell, Nancy Cushing, Lea Edgar, David Haworth, Donna Landry, Derek Lee Nelson, Jimmy Packham, Laurence Publicover, Killian Quigley, Lynette Russell, Adam Sundberg, and Thom van Dooren.
Mark Johnston: Phenomenon
by Nick TownsendA new, fully authorised biography of the most successful trainer in British horse racing history.In the stratified and often secretive world of racehorse training, Mark Johnston has always been different: forthright, combative, provocative, and candid – a man who delights in questioning convention. Over more than three decades, he has gone from being a vet from a thoroughly working-class Scottish background to, mathematically, the most successful trainer in the history of British horse racing.In this new, fully authorised biography, acclaimed author Nick Townsend provides a unique insight into the world of Mark Johnston and his phenomenally successful operation. With unparalleled access to Mark and those closest to him, Mark Johnston: Phenomenon will dig into his storied career, his strong and passionate views on the sport of horse racing, and how he's planning for the future in unprecedented times, offering a fascinating portrait of one of horse racing's most singular figures.
Mark Johnston: Phenomenon
by Nick TownsendA new, fully authorised biography of the most successful trainer in British horse racing history.In the stratified and often secretive world of racehorse training, Mark Johnston has always been different: forthright, combative, provocative, and candid – a man who delights in questioning convention. Over more than three decades, he has gone from being a vet from a thoroughly working-class Scottish background to, mathematically, the most successful trainer in the history of British horse racing.In this new, fully authorised biography, acclaimed author Nick Townsend provides a unique insight into the world of Mark Johnston and his phenomenally successful operation. With unparalleled access to Mark and those closest to him, Mark Johnston: Phenomenon will dig into his storied career, his strong and passionate views on the sport of horse racing, and how he's planning for the future in unprecedented times, offering a fascinating portrait of one of horse racing's most singular figures.
Mark Of The Cat: Year Of The Rat
by Andre NortonA boy sets off on a quest to find the relatives of his cat familiar, who has been killed. Facing danger and mystery at every turn, he is forced to grow up as he seeks a secret society of cats.
Mark Twain for Cat Lovers: True and Imaginary Adventures with Feline Friends
by Mark DawidziakAmerica is cat crazy, and Mark Twain may have been the American writer most crazy about cats. From his boyhood in Hannibal, Missouri, to his last years in Connecticut, Mark Twain spent much of his life surrounded by cats, and they stalk through many of his best-known books, including The Innocents Aboard, Roughing It, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur&’s Court, and Puddn&’head Wilson. In this lighthearted book, Twain scholar Mark Dawidziak explores the writer&’s lifelong devotion to cats through stories, excerpts, quotes, photos, and illustrations, illuminating a little-known side of this famous writer&’s life that will appeal to Twain aficionados and cat lovers alike.
Mark Twain for Dog Lovers: True and Imaginary Adventures with Man's Best Friend
by R. Kent Rasmussen"The dog is a gentleman. I hope to go to his heaven, not man's." --MARK TWAIN Mark Twain for Dog Lovers combines a favorite American pet with America's favorite storyteller. R. Kent Rasmussen traces the real and imaginary dogs in Twain's life--from those he knew personally, such as the German shepherd he took in after his daughter Jean died, to the dogs he saw on his travels around the world. Compiling stories and excerpts from Twain's writings, this book offers a detailed and compelling look at Mark Twain's relationship with man's best friend. R. KENT RASMUSSEN's many books include eleven titles on Mark Twain. Rasmussen is probably best known for his award-winning reference book, Mark Twain A to Z, which Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan called their "bible" while they were producing their 2002 PBS documentary on Mark Twain.
Mark Twain for Dog Lovers: True and Imaginary Adventures with Man's Best Friend
by R. Kent RasmussenMark Twain for Dog Lovers combines one of America&’s most beloved authors and dogs. Twain specialist R. Kent Rasmussen traces the history of dogs in Twain&’s life—from the ones he knew personally, like his daughter&’s dog which he took in after she died, to the foreign dogs he saw on his travels around the world. Compiling 30 stories and extracts from Twain&’s wiritings, Rasmussen tells a detailed an compelling story of Twain&’s relationship with one of America&’s favorite pets.
Mark Twain for Horse Lovers: True and Imaginary Adventures with Horses and Their Kin
by R. Kent RasmussenMark Twain&’s affection for cats is well-known, and no one would be surprised to hear he also liked dogs. Less well known, however, is his admiration for horses and their kin, donkeys and mules. Clearly fascinated with them, he wrote more about Equine animals than he did about either cats or dogs combined. This book offers a collection of Mark Twain&’s funniest and most compelling writings about equine animals. Organized chronologically within categories such as &“Uneasy Rider,&” &“Sorry Steeds,&” and &“Eccentric Equines,&” the textual selections cover his early trips out west, his travels to Europe and Middle East, and his later years. The book also includes horse stories drawn purely from his imagination, including the short novella A Horse&’s Tale. Other equine vignettes are drawn from such Twain&’s classics as &“The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County,&” Huckleberry Finn, and A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur&’s Court.
Mark Twain’s Book of Animals
by Barry MoserThis volume gathers writings from the full span of Mark Twain's career and elucidates his special attachment to and regard for animals.
Marked Fur Murder (Whiskey, Tango & Foxtrot Mysteries)
by Dixie LyleDeirdre "Foxtrot" Lancaster returns-with her animal companions-for-life Whiskey and Tango-to fish for clues on the other side of death... When zillionairess Zelda Zoransky decides to throw one of her famous parties-with a guest list as colorful and diverse as her private zoo-it's up to Deirdre "Foxtrot" Lancaster, assistant extraordinaire, to pull the whole thing off. But even with the help of her telepathic cat Tango and ectoplasmic pooch Whiskey, it's one killer assignment. Especially when she finds a corpse in the pool...MARKED FUR MURDERThe victim is the sister of Deirdre's boyfriend, Ben. The cause of death appears to be a plugged-in hair dryer that fell in the water. Ben, however, insists that a few volts couldn't have killed Ann. Like him, she's a descendent of the Cowichan tribe who, according to legend, has a way with lightning. One of the guests must have marked her for murder! But when the suspects include a Russian pet psychic, a schizophrenic writer, and a random rock star, it's more than puzzling to Whiskey, Tango, and Foxtrot. It's electrifying...from author Dixie Lyle."A clever new series that deftly blends cozy mystery with the paranormal...original and witty."-Ali Brandon, author of the Black Cat Bookshop mysteries
Marley
by John GroganThis nonfiction book has been faithfully adapted for young readers from the #1 New York Times bestselling memoir Marley & Me by John Grogan! Marley, a lovable Labrador retriever, is always getting himself into trouble. Some may say he is the world's worst dog. But those who know and love Marley understand that nothing can stop his loyalty, exuberance, and passion--not even the Grogans' screen door! How this big, rambunctious dog becomes the heart of the Grogan family is the story of Marley.
Marley & Me
by John GroganTHE NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER THAT MOVED DOG LOVERS ALL OVER THE WORLD**NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE, STARRING OWEN WILSON AND JENNIFER ANISTON**'A book with intense appeal . . . tenderly follows its subject from sunrise to sunset' New York Times'Not just a funny dog story . . . It's a universal story of family life and a publishing sensation' The Times'Made me laugh so much I pulled a muscle in my solar plexus' Daily Mail'A wonderful, moving book that even non-dog-lovers cannot fail to enjoy' Mail on Sunday* * * * * * The original book that moved millions of readers around the world and that inspired the major motion picture of the same name starring Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston.This No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller tells the heart-warming tale of how a wiggly yellow fur ball of a puppy could grow into a barrelling, ninety-seven pound stramroller of a Labrador retriever who would prove that unconditional love comes in many forms. John and Jenny were just beginning their life together. They were young and in love, with a perfect little house and not a care in the world. Along comes Marley, mischievous, hyperactive and so unruly he is expelled from obedience school. How could they possibly know that this incorrigible dog could teach them more about love for life than they could hope to teach him?Since becoming a major motion picture, starring Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson, this heart-warming and unforgettable story of a family and their haphazard dog has become a timeless family favourite.
Marley & Me
by John GroganShortlisted for the British Book Awards, Biography of the Year, 2007.Is it possible for humans to discover the key to happiness through a larger than life, bad-boy dog? Just ask the Grogans. The New York Times bestseller, with over 2 million copies of the book in print, read by the author.John and Jenny were just beginning their life together. They were young and in love, with a perfect little house and not a care in the world. Then they brought home Marley, a wiggly yellow fur ball of a puppy. Life would never be the same. Marley quickly grew into a barrelling, ninety-seven pound steamroller of a Labrador retriever, a dog like no other. He crashed through screen doors, gouged through drywall, flung drool on guests, stole women's undergarments, and ate nearly everything he could get his mouth around, including couches and fine jewellery.Obedience school did no good - Marley was expelled. And yet Marley's heart was pure. Just as he joyfully refused any limits on his behaviour, his love and loyalty were boundless, too. Marley shared the couple's joy at their first pregnancy, and their heartbreak over the miscarriage. He was there when babies finally arrived and when the screams of a seventeen-year-old stabbing victim pierced the night. Unconditional love, they would learn, comes in many forms. The heartwarming and unforgettable story of a family in the making and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life. For lovers of Tuesdays with Morrie, The Year of Magical Thinking, and even, of course, dogs!
Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog
by John GroganThe heartwarming and unforgettable story of a family and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life. Now with photos and new material
Marley Steals The Show (Marley)
by John Grogan Richard Cowdrey Tammie LyonMarley's family has big hopes when they enter him in the local pet show, but things don't go as planned. From grooming disasters to chaos backstage, this is one event the town will never forget.
Marley and Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog
by John GroganJohn and Jenny were just beginning their life together. They were young and in love, with a perfect little house and not a care in the world. Then they brought home Marley, a wriggly yellow furball of a puppy. Life would never be the same. Marley quickly grew into a barreling, ninety-seven-pound streamroller of a Labrador retriever. He crashed through screen doors, gouged through drywall, and stole women's undergarments. Obedience school did no good -- Marley was expelled. And yet his heart was pure. Just as Marley joyfully refused any limits on his behavior, his love and loyalty were boundless, too. A dog like no other, Marley remained steadfast, a model of devotion, even when his family was at its wit's end. Unconditional love, they would learn, comes in many forms.
Marley and the Kittens
by John GroganWhen a pair of adorable kittens joins the family, Marley is so excited to have two new friends to play with that he follows the felines everywhere. But Marley is no graceful kitten. By imitating their gentle behavior, he unintentionally makes a mess all over the house and gets into big trouble for it. What did I do this time? he wonders. Marley is afraid he may have lost his number-one status in the household ... until an unlikely pair reminds him and his family that no one's purrrrr-fect! In a story that hilariously reveals the differences between cats and dogs, everyone's favorite misbehaving pup learns from some new friends just how special he really is.
Marley y yo
by John GroganLa conmovedora e inolvidable historia de una familia y su maravillosamente neurótico perro, quien les enseñó lo que realmente importa en la vida.