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Celebrated Crimes 'Marquise de Brinvilliers', 'Marquise de Ganges' and 'Nisida'
Celebrated Crimes 'Marquise de Brinvilliers', 'Marquise de Ganges' and 'Nisida'
Dumas, Alexandre
¥19.52
Three writings taken from 'Celebrated Crimes', a series of essays on famous criminals and crimes by the author of 'The Count of Monte Cristo' and 'The Three Musketeers', Alexandre Dumas.
Old John Brown
Old John Brown
Hawkins, Walter
¥19.52
A fascinating guide to the life of radical 19th century American abolitionist John Brown.
Study in Terror
Study in Terror
Belanger, Derrick
¥58.76
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is one of those authors whose literary creation is much more famous than the man himself. Those who do know the name Arthur Conan Doyle tend to know him only as the inventor of the world's greatest detective, Sherlock Holmes. A smaller segment of this group goes further and remembers Doyle as the inventor of the great detective who squandered his fame with crackpot beliefs in faeries and the supernatural. Sadly, there is so much more to the man who revolutionized the writing not just of detective fiction but also of the genre of horror, the supernatural, and even influenced history itself.This two volume anthology's point is to put Doyle back on the pedestal he so rightly deserves. Its aim is twofold. First, to introduce readers to Doyle's lesser known (yet no less important) works. These works speak for themselves in showing a master writer at his craft. The stories are timeless, enjoyable, and hopefully will lead to new fans embracing a great author's somewhat forgotten tales. The second aim is to show the relevance of Doyle's works. Through a collection of articles written by current scholars and experts, readers can see just how revolutionary Doyle's writings remain even today.
Open and Shut Case
Open and Shut Case
DeMaio, Harry
¥19.52
Imagine if Sherlock Holmes was a bear? Alternative Universe Mysteries for Adult Animal Lovers that relate the exploits of super-sleuth Octavius Bear and his cohorts. Just for fun, this series swaps anthropomorphic animals for humans in a world very similar to our own 21st century. Earth minus homosapiens.
Cross and the Shamrock
Cross and the Shamrock
Quigley, Hugh
¥19.52
Written by 19th century Catholic author Hugh Quigley, the full title of this work was: 'The Cross and the Shamrock; Or, How To Defend The Faith. An Irish-American Catholic Tale Of Real Life, Descriptive Of The Temptations, Sufferings, Trials, And Triumphs Of The Children Of St. Patrick In The Great Republic Of Washington. A Book For The Entertainment And Special Instructions Of The Catholic Male And Female Servants Of The United States.'
Excellence of the Rosary
Excellence of the Rosary
Frings, M. J.
¥19.52
A fascinating look at the history and significance of the Rosary, the popular Catholic devotion practised around the world for centuries.
Sherlockian Ruminations from a Stormy Petrel
Sherlockian Ruminations from a Stormy Petrel
Rossini, Brenda
¥9.71
Here are a few essays about puzzlers in and about Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories: The Devil's Foot and the author's cautious inserts of the Christian sacraments he learnt as a boy; A liturgical opposite - the Hebrew rabbi in Scandal in Bohemia; The Boscombe Valley murder re-emerging in a contemporary divining of a murder at Pemberley; The definitive solution and identification of Jack the Ripper - search no further; AND The Salvation Army and Suffragettes picked-on and prodded in the Red-Headed League.
Harry the Wonder Cat
Harry the Wonder Cat
Denise Brixey
¥65.15
Harry, the Wonder Cat, is no ordinary cat! Two centuries ago, he was tasked with caring for the Johnson family, helping them through life's ups and downs. Fast forward to the present. This story begins when Nikki Johnson, accompanied by her close friend Heather Murphy, had planned her annual quiet and relaxing Christmas visit to Harrot Reef to visit her beloved Aunt Lynn. Plans changed when Nikki's aunt summoned her to come earlier because something was terribly wrong. The two friends arrived the next day to a shocking discovery. Loud howling led them to the library where they found Aunt Lynn's crumpled body lying on the floor with her cat, Harry, next to her. The two women landed in the middle of a mystery. The only clues consist of a teacup, a copy of Agatha Christie's "The Mysterious Affair at Styles", and a note on the mantle. This Christmas visit was going to be anything but quiet and relaxing.The Legend of the Pink Diamond is a fantastical story passed down through generations of Johnsons and well known by the townspeople of Harrot Reef. A pink diamond is one of the most precious stones in the world, priceless and treasured for its beauty and rarity. As the story goes, accounts allege that one of these rare pink diamonds, mysteriously tied to crazy Frank Johnson, is still in the possession of the Johnson family. But is it just a story? ?Harry's magical powers help unravel the mystery behind the Legend of The Pink Diamond.
Spanish Festivals and Traditions
Spanish Festivals and Traditions
Hannam, Nicolette
¥127.43
This invaluable, time-saving resource provides intercultural ideas for every month of the year. For each festival and tradition you will find background information, key vocabulary, detailed lists of possible teaching activities and optional pupil sheets. Ideas range from making cards and reading/writing poems to playing game and cooking traditional recipes.
100+ Fun Ideas for Art Activities
100+ Fun Ideas for Art Activities
Goodridge, Paula
¥102.91
Unleash your students' imaginations with this wonderful collection of tried and tested art activities that are easy to prepare, but children will love. The activities introduce a wide range of art skills and media and are suitable for use in the classroom, at home or in children's clubs. Activities range from designing a bank note and painting glass jars to printing on fabric and creating 3D robots.
100+ Fun Ideas for a Happier Classroom
100+ Fun Ideas for a Happier Classroom
Jones, Eileen
¥102.91
This book is crammed with stimulating ideas to help you create and communicate the impression of a calm, happy classroom where pupils feel secure and are challenged to do their very best. Suggestions cover everything from layout of the classroom and innovative ways of controlling noise levels to great ways of making every child feel special and valued. These carefully selected, enjoyable activities will not only help the children feel confident in your classroom and at school, they will also foster self-confidence, positive attitudes, teamwork and improved links with home.
Creative Homework Tasks 7-9 Year Olds
Creative Homework Tasks 7-9 Year Olds
Hughes, Giles
¥127.43
Creative Homework Tasks is for you if you are having problems retrieving the homework you set for the weekend. Has it been eaten by the dog or left on the bus again? All that is about to change. The tasks in this book have been specifically designed to stimulate children's imaginations and bring out the creative element in every child, whilst providing genuine opportunities to use and apply language and numeracy skills. The activities are designed to appeal to all learning styles, with particular emphasis on kinaesthetic and visual learners. Even the most recalcitrant children will be keen to rise to the challenge of these homework tasks.
Brilliant Activities for Gifted and Talented Children
Brilliant Activities for Gifted and Talented Children
McCabe-Mowat, Ashley
¥112.72
Open-ended activities to develop students' creative and critical thinking skills. Gifted children are not the only ones who will benefit from this book! All children will thoroughly enjoy these activities. Some of the activities can be last for days, others such as the brainteaser section can be used for a quick warm-up to spark interest and excite the brain. Activities linked to Bloom's taxonomy.
Football Crazy
Football Crazy
Blackburn, Sheila
¥29.33
Sam's Football Stories are specially written to stimulate and motivate your slower learners and reluctant readers. Written by Sheila Blackburn, an experienced primary school teacher, the books will appeal particularly to reluctant boy readers. The six compelling stories in Set A, tell the story of Sam, a football crazy boy. Sam is totally crazy about football. He is desperate to belong to a proper football team. He asks everyone he meets if they can help - all the teachers at his school, the headteacher, even Mrs Ford who runs the corner shop.... Will Sam's dream come true? Will one of the people he asks be able to help?
Angel of Mons
Angel of Mons
Bennett, Robin
¥44.05
"e;Ben's father is in prison and his mum, a former child genius, is barely hanging on to her sanity.When Ben and his classmates are nearly killed in a coach crash in Belgium, Ben starts to experience flashbacks: visitations to the brutal start of World War 1 and the uncertain world of Corporal Sam Lyle.Is Ben going mad too, like his mum, or is there another reason why he finds himself in a war zone in 1914? Who is the spectral figure that haunts both the boy and the soldier? Do angels exist?What people are saying...'This is a stunning story: fast moving, fiercely realistic yet engaging with ghosts and an angel. It's alive with native wit and, underpinned by the conflict of courage and cowardice, loyalty and bullying, it's genuinely moving.Very many school groups visit the battlefields of WWI, and Angel of Mons (with its excellent notes at the end) should be essential reading for them all.' - Kevin Crossley-Holland, Author and President of the School Library "e;'This could be something very special' The Literary Consultancy
Iron Knights
Iron Knights
Bennett, Robin
¥44.05
Three best friends uncover a brooding secret in a deserted castle: 3 huge mechanical knights. They set about repairing them but their enthusiasm turns to panic when the Iron Knights turn out to be bonkers and almost completely evil. They reduce the boysi village to rubble and the friends are exiled. By luck, they are taken in by 3 separate Lords who look after them. They return a few years later to do the honourable thing: become warriors themselves and destroy the Iron Knights.
It Falls into Place
It Falls into Place
Allfrey, Phyllis Shand
¥44.05
It Falls Into Place brings together for the first time the shorter fiction of Phyllis Shand Allfrey whose novel The Orchid House is a classic of Caribbean literature. These tantalising stories set in Dominica, New York and London yet always steeped in an unmistakably West Indian identity probe beneath the surface of colonial life, often drawing on autobiographical experience. Allfrey s skill is to lead her characters of different races and cultures into unpredictable encounters where miracles can happen. With an introduction by Allfrey s biographer, Lizabeth Paravisini-Gebert, professor of Caribbean culture and literature in the department of Hispanic Studies at Vassar College, USA.
Tobias Brown Inventor Esquire
Tobias Brown Inventor Esquire
Bennett, Robin
¥44.05
Adventure and magic for 7-10 year-olds: Mad inventors, shark submarines and England's deepest lake under Creake Castle. Fred Longshanks is invited to tea in the village by Tobias Brown, Inventor Esquire. Before he knows it, he has embarked on an insane journey to get to the bottom of England's deepest lake in the grounds of his parents home in Creake Castle. What they discover on the journey changes both their lives for ever.
Story of the Fly
Story of the Fly
Drew, Jason
¥48.95
The story of the fly and how it could save the world will take you behind the pesky reputation and inside the brain and body of the much misunderstood fly.It investigates the insect as a pest and how man has tried tirelessly, often unsuccessfully) to kill it - exploring everything from how it walks on ceilings to how it survives Ice Ages and outsmarts all manner of fly swats, toxins and traps. The book also reveals how, throughout history, innovative humans - including Genghis Kahn, Napoleon Bonaparte's surgeon, NASA, various forensic entomologists and the UK's National Health Service - have harnessed and researched the fly to help mankind.But ultimately it introduces the fly as a future hero that could help save the world.How? By recycling waste nutrients and generating sustainable protein to spare the fish in the ocean and feed the ever-growing number of people on our Earth. That's a story worth telling. And one worth reading, too.
Raptor the Avenger
Raptor the Avenger
Bennett, Robin
¥48.95
The three very different Vampires, Picus, Mouesch and Raptor must unite the Hidden Kingdom to survive.Think you know the truth about Vampires? Well, think again. A mysterious volume in an unknown tongue, a thief who could change the course of the world and a closely-guarded secret, older than Humankind..."e;Robin Bennett's Picus the Thief is that seemingly impossible take on the genre - funny, intelligent, imaginative story-telling that mixes Arthurian legend with faeries and vampires and comes up with a unique mix of all three."e; - SSF Chronicles "e;Aimed at the young adult market, the world building is incredible and it's almost impossible not to become immersed in this fantastically realised world of charm and grandeur. The characters are just as lively too, Picus is brilliant as a small but almost indestructible, irrepressible vampire thief who throws himself head first at life's little adventures."e; - SF Books Reviews (best fantasy fiction for book lovers) "e;Picus the Thief is highly original, beautifully imaginative and utterly engaging. It is no mean feat that the author has managed to create a series of interconnected worlds, a loveable central character, as well as a host of other characters that all have genuine depth. If you are looking for gifts for books lovers or top fantasy books, read Picus the Thief."e;
Vamps Quiz Book
Vamps Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you a fan of British band The Vamps? Have you recently discovered this exciting new group or seen them perform as supporting artists? Can you name all the tracks on their debut album? If you think you know about Bradley, Connor, James and Tristan or would like to find out more, you are certain to enjoy The Vamps Quiz Book. Which boy band did The Vamps support in the UK and Ireland on their 'Word of Mouth' world tour? In what year was the band's debut single released? Which American actress and singer featured on the band's song 'Somebody to You'? The answers to these and similar questions can all be found inside. This book contains100 brain-teasers about The Vamps and includes singles, debut album, tour dates and awards as well as many personal details about each band member. If The Vamps is currently your favourite band you won't want to be without this quiz book detailing the early days of the band's promising career in pop.