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Como un sueño en un sueño
by Mina VeraUna nueva visión del mundo de los vampiros que te hará replantearte todas las ideas preconcebidas que tenías sobre una leyenda que podría ser más real de lo que imaginas. Es el día de Carnaval y Abigail acude a una fiesta de disfraces, donde debe recoger a la niña a la que cuida por las tardes para poder pagarse la universidad. El destino quiere que confunda la dirección y acabe en una fiesta que no tiene nada de infantil. En un ambiente decimonónico, conocerá a Elías, el cautivador hijo del líder del clan vampírico de la margen izquierda de la ciudad de Bilbao, quien la confundirá con una mensajera del clan que controla la margen derecha. Elías le entregará una crucial carta que puede suponer bien una alianza entre clanes o bien la guerra. Tras ser extrañamente embrujada por Elías, será interceptada por los Conciliadores, una organización secreta cuyo objetivo es mantener controlados a los vampiros bajo sus leyes. Max,el líder de la Sede de la ciudad, será el encargado de protegerla. A pesar de que su relación comienza siendo poco amistosa, pronto surgirá una poderosa atracción entre ambos y descubrirán que han nacido el uno para el otro. Pero su amor se verá amenazado por Elías, dispuesto a lo que sea para lograr que Abigail sea para él. Atrapada entre dos mundos, entres dos amores, Abigail deberá encontrar su verdadera naturaleza en su interior y luchar para salvar la paz entre vampiros y humanos, además de su propia vida y la de aquel a quien su corazón ha elegido como compañero para la eternidad.
All That Consumes Us
by Erica WatersAll That Consumes Us has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher.
Espíritus del pasado (Secretos del alma #Volumen 2)
by Victoria MagnoEl pasado vuelve a la vida de Zarah. Un pasado tan inesperado como fantástico. Ahora ella necesitará todas sus fuerzas para encararlo, si es que quiere sobrevivir. Por suerte, Allan se encuentra a su lado, dispuesto a ayudarla. Aunque los secretos aún persisten y parecen capaces de distanciarlos, a pesar de sus esfuerzos por mantenerse unidos. Zarah ha escapado por poco de las garras de la muerte gracias a Allan. Ahora que la verdad ha quedado revelada, tendrá que luchar por mantenerse cuerda y no permitir que el cúmulo de emociones que la embargan se apodere de ella, pues de no hacerlo, significaría su muerte. Allan se siente aliviado de que Zarah esté viva y a salvo, sin embargo, si quiere que las cosas permanezcan así, tendrá que echar mano de todo su ingenio y fortaleza. Grandes eventos se aproximan, y si ambos quieren estar juntos, tendrán que luchar por su amor. Incluso si hacerlo significa tener que enfrentar a los altos mandos de La Capadocia. Un mundo nuevo, una familia desconocida, un amor imposible y un secreto aún más grande que desvelar, se encierran en esta historia que te llegará al alma.
White Supremacy in Children's Literature: Characterizations of African Americans, 1830-1900 (Children's Literature and Culture)
by Donnarae MacCannThis penetrating study of the white supremacy myth in books for the young adds an important dimension to American intellectual history. The study pinpoints an intersecting adult and child culture: it demonstrates that many children's stories had political, literary, and social contexts that paralleled the way adult books, schools, churches, and government institutions similarly maligned black identity, culture, and intelligence. The book reveals how links between the socialization of children and conservative trends in the 19th century foretold 20th century disregard for social justice in American social policy. The author demonstrates that cultural pluralism, an ongoing corrective to white supremacist fabrications, is informed by the insights and historical assessments offered in this study.
Little Women: Or, Meg, Jo, Beth And Amy (Little Women)
by Louisa May AlcottThe iconic novel of American girlhood, and basis for the film adaptation by acclaimed writer-director, Greta Gerwig. Beautiful and proper Meg, headstrong Jo, gentle Beth, pampered little Amy—generations of young women have recognized themselves in one or more of the devoted March sisters. Set against the backdrop of the Civil War and the changing seasons of New England, the story of their passage from adolescence to adulthood—from a Christmas without presents to a glorious fall day in a bountiful apple orchard, from castles in the air to real-life hearths and homes—is just as touching and illuminating today as it was a century and a half ago. Based on author Louisa May Alcott&’s own childhood and early career as a writer, Little Women is her masterpiece and one of the most popular novels of all time.
The Home at Greylock
by Elizabeth PrentissIn giving and in sparing to me this darling child How strange and how sad it would be to live alone in this large house And Maud fits in to every crack and crevice there is in me as very few girls could. And she is so thoroughly and genially happy that it is not selfish in me to rejoice that she does not care to fly out of the nest.
Rose in Bloom: A Sequel to Eight Cousins
by Louisa May AlcottIn this sequel to Eight Cousins, Rose Campbell returns to the "Aunt Hill" after two years of traveling around the world. Suddenly, she is surrounded by male admirers, all expecting her to marry them. But before she marries anyone, Rose is determined to establish herself as an independent young woman. Besides, she suspects that some of her friends like her more for her money than for herself.
The Walking Fern
by Matilda Joslyn GageMatilda Joslyn Gage a famous Womans Rights suffragist also wrote many books, speaches, stories and articles.In the 1800's The Walking Fern, is a short story about two young ladies who go out in search of a rare fern, and meet a strange man with a secret past.
Behind a Mask: Or, A Woman's Power (Mobi Classics Series)
by Louisa May Alcott<p>An early novel of gothic thrills and chills from the beloved author of Little Women.<p> <p>One of four stories written under the penname A. M. Barnard, Behind a Mask was originally published in 1866 for a young adult audience. Set in Victorian-era Britain, it follows the machinations of Jean Muir, a governess hired by the Coventry family to care for their sixteen-year-old daughter. Winning the confidence of the clan proves easy for Jean, though she does raise some suspicion. And rightly so. Behind closed doors—and beneath her brilliant disguise—Jean reveals her true identity: a cunning and ambitious actress whose goal is nothing less than securing the Coventry family’s estate and fortune for herself.<p>
Clover (Katy #4)
by Susan CoolidgeThis book continues the author's What Katy Did series, focusing on her younger sister Clover, who has now taken over running the busy Carr house. This is the fourth book of the series beginning after Katy's wedding. Clover, the "woman of the house" is now in her early twenties and "little" Phil is now twelve. After Phil's serious illness during the winter, Dr. Carr sends him, with Clover and a "chaperone" to watch over him, to the mountains of Colorado for the healing fresh air. Clover makes many new friends readily in their rooming house and is befriended by Dr. Carr's friend, Dr. Hope, and his wife. Clover is reunite with a dear cousin, Clarence Page, now a rancher with an English partner, who happens to live nearby. It is a warm tale of coming of age, healing and learning to make your way in the new West frontier.
In the High Valley (Katy #5)
by Susan CoolidgeThe final book in the Katy series focuses on Clover and Elsie as they make their homes in the High valley in the beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Follow their simple life that brings joy to all who visit! This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format. From Shakespeare's finesse to Oscar Wilde's wit, this unique collection brings together works as diverse and influential as The Pilgrim's Progress and Othello. As an anthology that invites readers to immerse themselves in the masterpieces of the literary giants, it is must-have addition to any library.
Polly Oliver's Problem: A Story for Girls
by Kate Douglas WigginSixteen-year-old Polly is busy helping her ailing mother manage their boarding house. She does her work well and the boarders like her but Polly would rather be anywhere else doing anything else. When a doctor advises Polly and her mother to move away from the hard work so her mother can rest and recover, Polly gets her fresh start. Gladly she works at several jobs and struggles to make their meagre funds last to the end of each month. These challenges energize the exuberant girl. When tragedy strikes, Polly loses her courage and zest for life. Everyone misses the happy-go-lucky Polly and wonders if they'll ever see her again.
Keywords for Children’s Literature
by Lissa Paul Philip NelThe study of children's literature and culture has been experiencing a renaissance, with vital new work proliferating across many areas of interest. Mapping this vibrant scholarship, Keywords for Children's Literature presents 49 original essays on the essential terms and concepts of the field. From Aesthetics to Young Adult, an impressive, multidisciplinary cast of scholars explores the vocabulary central to the study of children's literature. Following the growth of his or her word, each author traces its branching uses and meanings, often into unfamiliar disciplinary territories: Award-winning novelist Philip Pullman writes about Intentionality, Education expert Margaret Meek Spencer addresses Reading, literary scholar Peter Hunt historicizes Children's Literature, Psychologist Hugh Crago examines Story, librarian and founder of the influential Child_Lit litserv Michael Joseph investigates Liminality. The scope, clarity, and interdisciplinary play between concepts make this collection essential reading for all scholars in the field. In the spirit of Raymond Williams' seminal Keywords, this book is a snapshot of a vocabulary of children's literature that is changing, expanding, and ever unfinished.
Christian Science (Classics To Go)
by Mark TwainChristian Science is a 1907 book by the American writer Mark Twain (1835–1910). The book is a collection of essays Twain wrote about Christian Science, beginning with an article that was published in Cosmopolitan in 1899. Although Twain was interested in mental healing and the ideas behind Christian Science, he was hostile towards its founder, Mary Baker Eddy (1821–1910). Twain's first article about Christian Science was published in Cosmopolitan in 1899. A humorous work of fiction, it describes how he fell over a cliff while walking in Austria, breaking several bones. A Christian Science practitioner who lived nearby was sent for, but could not attend immediately and so undertook to provide an "absent healing."
In the Days of Queen Victoria
by Eva March TappanThis early work by Eva March Tappan was originally published in 1903 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'In the Days of Queen Victoria' is a biography of Queen Victoria and details aspects of her school days, her coronation, and her family life. Eva March Tappan was born on 26th December 1854, in Blackstone, Massachusetts, United States. Tappan began her literary career writing about famous characters from history in works such as 'In the Days of William the Conqueror' (1901), and 'In the Days of Queen Elizabeth' (1902). She then developed an interest in children's books, writing her own and publishing collections of classic tales.
The Tarzan Series Volume One: Tarzan of the Apes, The Return of Tarzan, The Beasts of Tarzan, and Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar (Tarzan)
by Edgar Rice BurroughsIn the first three adventures of the original Tarzan series, the aristocratic ape man discovers his identity, finds love, and battles his enemies. Tarzan of the Apes: Born to English aristocrats marooned in a West African jungle, John Clayton is soon orphaned—and then adopted by a she-ape. Given the name Tarzan, he grows up among the apes with no memory of civilization. But when a party of white explorers arrives, Tarzan is drawn to them—especially the beautiful Jane Porter. The Return of Tarzan: The aristocratic ape man has given up his quest for Jane&’s hand in marriage, but his adventures have only just begun. On a ship back to Europe, he encounters two criminals attempting to prey on other passengers. When Tarzan thwarts their scheme, the pair is determined to get revenge. The Beasts of Tarzan: A year into their marriage, Tarzan, and Jane, along with their young son, Jack, have returned to their London home while their new family estate is built in Africa. But the city proves dangerous for Tarzan when old foes escape from prison and kidnap Jack.
The Tarzan Series Volume Two: Jungle Tales of Tarzan, Tarzan the Untamed, Tarzan the Terrible, and Tarzan and the Ant Men (Tarzan)
by Edgar Rice BurroughsThe ape man battles WWI soldiers and fantastical ant men in these three adventure novels and a volume of short stories from the original Tarzan series.Jungle Tales of Tarzan: This short story collection features twelve thrilling tales of young Tarzan&’s life with a tribe of African apes—from first love to battles with a witchdoctor and more.Tarzan the Untamed: As World War I breaks out in Africa, Tarzan&’s estate is destroyed by German soldiers. Believing Jane to have died in the attack, the ape man seeks his revenge by wreaking havoc on the Imperial German Army. Tarzan the Terrible: Tarzan&’s search for his missing wife, Jane, takes him from the modern threats of tanks and war planes into a land of dinosaurs and other prehistoric dangers. Tarzan and the Ant Men: Tarzan discovers the mysterious land of Minuni, inhabited by a race of tiny, warlike people. When he gets caught up in their conflict, he is shrunk down to their miniature size.
Gloria at Boarding School
by Lillian GarisGloria and Trixie head off to boarding school. When Gloria opens the trunk that she thinks is hers, she finds beaded costumes and a mysterious jewel instead. Jack, a flashy talkative girl, suddenly departs from school. Gloria saves Jack from the water and becomes her confidant. Will Gloria fit in and will the girls figure out the mystery behind the jewel?
The Mother
by Grazia DeleddaIn a remote Sardinian hill village, half civilized and superstitious. But the chief interest lies in the psychological study of the two chief characters, and the action of the story takes place so rapidly and the actual drama is so interwoven with the mental conflict, and all so forced by circumstances, that it is almost Greek in its simple and inevitable tragedy. The book is without offence to any creed or opinions, and touches on no questions of either doctrine or Church government. It is jut a human problem, the result of primitive human nature against man-made laws it cannot understand.
Captain Peggie
by Angela BrazilAt Summerton Park, a girls' boarding school in England, fifteen-year-old Peggie Paget returns to her house, Bronte, expecting to be just another resident. She soon gets a surprise when the house mistress appoints her captain. Bronte has not won many distinctions over the past year, and Miss Croft hopes that honest, hard-working, tactful Peggie can elevate the tone of the house and inspire her fellow residents. Some of the girls approve, but others are not happy, especially Helen Armstrong, who had expected to be captain. To complicate matters, Peggie's mischievous, impulsive cousin Louise Roper arrives fresh from living in South Africa. It is up to Peggie to control Louise, keep all the girls in line, and find ways for them all to excel in events such as the Christmas play and the flower show, not to mention hockey and tennis. Peggie would like to score some of the distinctions personally, but somehow the honors keep slipping from her and going to others. Many times she must put aside her own desires and give the glory to others who are more apt to win honor for Bronte. Meantime the girls have many adventures, close calls and good times as the school year progresses. Among these are a visit from the Prince of Wales, a trip to Italy, and a Shrove Tuesday costume party, as well as getting lost in the woods and a runaway motorbus. This is a charming, old-fashioned book. The times may have been different, but young girls were just as energetic, enthusiastic, and curious then as they are today.
Comparative Children's Literature
by Emer O'SullivanWINNER OF THE 2007 CHLA BOOK AWARD! Children's literature has transcended linguistic and cultural borders since books and magazines for young readers were first produced, with popular books translated throughout the world. Emer O'Sullivan traces the history of comparative children's literature studies, from the enthusiastic internationalism of the post-war period – which set out from the idea of a supra-national world republic of childhood – to modern comparative criticism. Drawing on the scholarship and children's literature of many cultures and languages, she outlines the constituent areas that structure the field, including contact and transfer studies, intertextuality studies, intermediality studies and image studies. In doing so, she provides the first comprehensive overview of this exciting new research area. Comparative Children's Literature also links the fields of narratology and translation studies, to develop an original and highly valuable communicative model of translation. Taking in issues of children's 'classics', the canon and world literature for children, Comparative Children's Literature reveals that this branch of literature is not as genuinely international as it is often fondly assumed to be and is essential reading for those interested in the consequences of globalization on children's literature and culture.
El diario de Rywka Lipszyc
by Rywka LipszycEl diario verídico de Rywka Lipszyc, una joven superviviente de Auschwitz. Uno de los testimonios más desgarradores del Holocausto, perdido durante años, ve la luz por primera vez a nivel internacional. Rywka Lipszyc fue una chica judía de catorce años que vivió en el ghetto de Lødz, en Polonia. Entre 1943 y 1944 escribió un diario, en el que nos cuenta no solo los horrores de los que es testigo, sino también quiénes son sus amigos y su familia, cómo le va en el trabajo y en la escuela, y cuáles son sus sueños y esperanzas para el futuro. El diario fue hallado por una doctora del ejército ruso en el crematorio de Auschwitz, que lo guardó como un tesoro. Ahora, setenta años después, se ha conseguido traducir, revelando este maravilloso testimonio de cómo la vida transcurre incluso en los tiempos más oscuros, sacando a relucir lo más brillante del espíritu humano.
Derry: Airedale of the Frontier (Famous Dog Stories)
by Hubert EvansHere is a book for every boy who has owned a dog or who hopes some day to own one. Derry was a finely bred airedale belonging to Ed Sibley of Twin Forks in the wild open country of the Northwest. As a young dog he was rather inclined to disobedience and wildness, qualities that disappointed his master, who had hoped to make a companion of him in that rough and often lonely country. Later, however, Derry proved that there was real stuff in him, as he accompanied his master on hunting and trapping parties and, in several instances, played the leading role in a rather tight situation. Fights with bears, wolves, wild cats, and other animals of the forest lend excitement to the story. And there is much more than merely a good story in this book. For in its pages you will find a great deal of information about how to manage a dog, how to correct his faults, and how to train him in good manners and usefulness.
Black Storm: A Horse of the Kansas Hills
by Thomas C. HinkleNo one could ride Black Storm--no one but Joe Bain, the only cowboy the great horse trusted Then one night the black gelding was stolen. He was beaten and starved, but his proud spirit remained unbroken. At last he escaped to a desperate freedom haunted by man and wolf. And while Joe Bain searched the Kansas hills, a defiant Black Storm dodged bullets and timber wolves to find the only man he would serve.