Author: Kevin Price
Publisher: Logorythm
ISBN: 0995408637
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
At thirteen, Lavender Jensen is headstrong and determined, bored and reckless, until one day she crosses the line … In the arcane Kumakana forest, where one wrong move means certain death, Lavender Jensen’s sudden appearance sparks tensions between two clans of cunning, voracious predators, and the enigmatic guardians of the Natural Order—the Gronups. She meets Jerramunga, a buoyant, laconic, Aboriginal youth, a complete stranger, whose actions draw her into a series of encounters that test her beliefs and bring the powers of her imagination to the fore. As a life and death struggle unfolds, the pair discover ancient lore, inner strengths and hidden talents and their involvement becomes the key to the future of the mysterious world within the forest. And, perhaps, the world outside.
A Possum's Tail
Author: Gabby Dawnay
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781849766531
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
A beautiful new paperback edition of this classic story. A Possum's Tail follows Samuel Drew and histoy dog as they make their way to visit the possums at London Zoo.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781849766531
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
A beautiful new paperback edition of this classic story. A Possum's Tail follows Samuel Drew and histoy dog as they make their way to visit the possums at London Zoo.
Possums Run Amok
Author: Lora Lafayette
Publisher: Chin Music Press
ISBN: 1634059948
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
2023 Oregon Book Award Finalist in Creative Nonfiction Possums Run Amok is a rollicking, slyly hilarious, at times uncomfortable and dark memoir wherein the author and two friends are nicknamed The Possumettes. With fearless candor, Lora Lafayette recounts her life from a delinquent, late 1970s punk rock adolescence through a crooked, manic, transatlantic path to adulthood and her eventual terrifying descent into schizophrenia. Whip smart, daring, and inventive, Lafayette navigates the harsh realities of being a risk-taking adventurous young woman while seeking to wrest all the wild joy she can out of life. Her story reveals how blurry the line can be between real and unreal, choice and force. It lays bare the startling lack of empathy and services in society for those in crisis. Her voice is singular, her language full of shining unconventional metaphor. Deeply uncomfortable, laugh-out-loud funny, and devastatingly moving, Possums Run Amok is equal parts challenging and entertaining.
Publisher: Chin Music Press
ISBN: 1634059948
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
2023 Oregon Book Award Finalist in Creative Nonfiction Possums Run Amok is a rollicking, slyly hilarious, at times uncomfortable and dark memoir wherein the author and two friends are nicknamed The Possumettes. With fearless candor, Lora Lafayette recounts her life from a delinquent, late 1970s punk rock adolescence through a crooked, manic, transatlantic path to adulthood and her eventual terrifying descent into schizophrenia. Whip smart, daring, and inventive, Lafayette navigates the harsh realities of being a risk-taking adventurous young woman while seeking to wrest all the wild joy she can out of life. Her story reveals how blurry the line can be between real and unreal, choice and force. It lays bare the startling lack of empathy and services in society for those in crisis. Her voice is singular, her language full of shining unconventional metaphor. Deeply uncomfortable, laugh-out-loud funny, and devastatingly moving, Possums Run Amok is equal parts challenging and entertaining.
Appleblossom the Possum
Author: Holly Goldberg Sloan
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0147512808
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
Fans of E.B. White and Dick King-Smith will adore this heartwarming and funny animal adventure by the award-winning author of New York Times Bestseller Counting by 7s Mama has trained up her baby possums in the ways of their breed, and now it’s time for all of them—even little Appleblossom—to make their way in the world. Appleblossom knows the rules: she must never be seen during the day, and she must avoid cars, humans, and the dreaded hairies (sometimes known as dogs). Even so, Appleblossom decides to spy on a human family—and accidentally falls down their chimney! The curious Appleblossom, her faithful brothers—who launch a hilarious rescue mission—and even the little girl in the house have no idea how fascinating the big world can be. But they're about to find out! With dynamic illustrations, a tight-knit family, and a glimpse at the world from a charming little marsupial's point of view, this cozy animal story is a perfect read-aloud and a classic in the making.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0147512808
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
Fans of E.B. White and Dick King-Smith will adore this heartwarming and funny animal adventure by the award-winning author of New York Times Bestseller Counting by 7s Mama has trained up her baby possums in the ways of their breed, and now it’s time for all of them—even little Appleblossom—to make their way in the world. Appleblossom knows the rules: she must never be seen during the day, and she must avoid cars, humans, and the dreaded hairies (sometimes known as dogs). Even so, Appleblossom decides to spy on a human family—and accidentally falls down their chimney! The curious Appleblossom, her faithful brothers—who launch a hilarious rescue mission—and even the little girl in the house have no idea how fascinating the big world can be. But they're about to find out! With dynamic illustrations, a tight-knit family, and a glimpse at the world from a charming little marsupial's point of view, this cozy animal story is a perfect read-aloud and a classic in the making.
Why the Possum's Tail is Bare, and Other North American Indian Nature Tales
Author: James Edward Connolly
Publisher: International Design Library
ISBN: 9780880450690
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Fourteen tales collected from eight Indian tribes of eastern and western North America, featuring animals and nature lore.
Publisher: International Design Library
ISBN: 9780880450690
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Fourteen tales collected from eight Indian tribes of eastern and western North America, featuring animals and nature lore.
Barley, a Possum's Own Story
Author: Gail Diederich
Publisher: Peppertree Press
ISBN: 9781614932741
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
The tiny baby possum could have ended up as a vulture's meal after his mother was hit by a car on a busy highway, but in stepped a vet tech who rescued the little guy. No one could have guessed the unique relationship that developed and how the little possum came to be loved by thousands of people. Along the way, he has helped others learn how special possums really are. His story is one to be cherished and his sweet pictures enjoyed by all ages.
Publisher: Peppertree Press
ISBN: 9781614932741
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
The tiny baby possum could have ended up as a vulture's meal after his mother was hit by a car on a busy highway, but in stepped a vet tech who rescued the little guy. No one could have guessed the unique relationship that developed and how the little possum came to be loved by thousands of people. Along the way, he has helped others learn how special possums really are. His story is one to be cherished and his sweet pictures enjoyed by all ages.
Kumakana: A Gronups Tale
Author: Kevin Price
Publisher: Logorythm
ISBN: 0995408637
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
At thirteen, Lavender Jensen is headstrong and determined, bored and reckless, until one day she crosses the line … In the arcane Kumakana forest, where one wrong move means certain death, Lavender Jensen’s sudden appearance sparks tensions between two clans of cunning, voracious predators, and the enigmatic guardians of the Natural Order—the Gronups. She meets Jerramunga, a buoyant, laconic, Aboriginal youth, a complete stranger, whose actions draw her into a series of encounters that test her beliefs and bring the powers of her imagination to the fore. As a life and death struggle unfolds, the pair discover ancient lore, inner strengths and hidden talents and their involvement becomes the key to the future of the mysterious world within the forest. And, perhaps, the world outside.
Publisher: Logorythm
ISBN: 0995408637
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
At thirteen, Lavender Jensen is headstrong and determined, bored and reckless, until one day she crosses the line … In the arcane Kumakana forest, where one wrong move means certain death, Lavender Jensen’s sudden appearance sparks tensions between two clans of cunning, voracious predators, and the enigmatic guardians of the Natural Order—the Gronups. She meets Jerramunga, a buoyant, laconic, Aboriginal youth, a complete stranger, whose actions draw her into a series of encounters that test her beliefs and bring the powers of her imagination to the fore. As a life and death struggle unfolds, the pair discover ancient lore, inner strengths and hidden talents and their involvement becomes the key to the future of the mysterious world within the forest. And, perhaps, the world outside.
The Tale of Major Monkey
Author: Arthur Scott Bailey
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
"The Tale of Major Monkey" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a delightful children's book that tells the charming story of Major Monkey, a clever and resourceful monkey who embarks on a series of adventures in the jungle. The tale begins with Major Monkey, who is not the biggest or strongest monkey in the jungle, but he is certainly the smartest. Major Monkey's intelligence and quick thinking set him apart from the other jungle animals, and he often finds himself in situations where his wit is put to the test. Throughout the story, Major Monkey encounters various challenges and adversaries, including cunning predators and mischievous jungle creatures. However, he uses his cleverness to outsmart them and navigate his way through the jungle safely. As Major Monkey's adventures unfold, readers are treated to a series of humorous and entertaining escapades. Major Monkey's resourcefulness and ability to think on his feet make him a lovable and admirable character. Arthur Scott Bailey's storytelling is filled with humor and wit, and his vivid descriptions bring the jungle and its inhabitants to life. The book's lighthearted tone and engaging narrative make it an enjoyable read for children and adults alike. "The Tale of Major Monkey" is a timeless tale that celebrates intelligence, resourcefulness, and the ability to overcome challenges through wit and ingenuity. It is a delightful addition to children's literature, offering readers a fun and entertaining journey into the world of a clever and charismatic monkey.
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
"The Tale of Major Monkey" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a delightful children's book that tells the charming story of Major Monkey, a clever and resourceful monkey who embarks on a series of adventures in the jungle. The tale begins with Major Monkey, who is not the biggest or strongest monkey in the jungle, but he is certainly the smartest. Major Monkey's intelligence and quick thinking set him apart from the other jungle animals, and he often finds himself in situations where his wit is put to the test. Throughout the story, Major Monkey encounters various challenges and adversaries, including cunning predators and mischievous jungle creatures. However, he uses his cleverness to outsmart them and navigate his way through the jungle safely. As Major Monkey's adventures unfold, readers are treated to a series of humorous and entertaining escapades. Major Monkey's resourcefulness and ability to think on his feet make him a lovable and admirable character. Arthur Scott Bailey's storytelling is filled with humor and wit, and his vivid descriptions bring the jungle and its inhabitants to life. The book's lighthearted tone and engaging narrative make it an enjoyable read for children and adults alike. "The Tale of Major Monkey" is a timeless tale that celebrates intelligence, resourcefulness, and the ability to overcome challenges through wit and ingenuity. It is a delightful addition to children's literature, offering readers a fun and entertaining journey into the world of a clever and charismatic monkey.
Kewa Tales
Author: John LeRoy
Publisher: UBC Press
ISBN: 9780774802185
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
A Papua New Guinea Highland people, the Kewa have within their vital oral tradition a rich body of folk tales, eighty of which are brought together in this volume. Like many folk tales, the stories are made up of elements which recur in different variations and combinations. LeRoy has classified and numbered the various episodes and prepared a synoptic guide to aid in the reading of the tales. Using the guide, the reader can follow a particular episode from one tale to another.
Publisher: UBC Press
ISBN: 9780774802185
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
A Papua New Guinea Highland people, the Kewa have within their vital oral tradition a rich body of folk tales, eighty of which are brought together in this volume. Like many folk tales, the stories are made up of elements which recur in different variations and combinations. LeRoy has classified and numbered the various episodes and prepared a synoptic guide to aid in the reading of the tales. Using the guide, the reader can follow a particular episode from one tale to another.
The Ancestor's Tale
Author: Richard Dawkins
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
ISBN: 1474600573
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 688
Book Description
A fully updated edition of one of the most original accounts of evolution ever written, featuring new fractal diagrams, six new 'tales' and the latest scientific developments. THE ANCESTOR'S TALE is a dazzling, four-billion-year pilgrimage to the origins of life: Richard Dawkins and Yan Wong take us on an exhilarating reverse journey through evolution, from present-day humans back to the microbial beginnings of life. It is a journey happily interrupted by meetings of fellow modern animals (as well as plants, fungi and bacteria) similarly tracing their evolutionary path back through history. As each evolutionary pilgrim tells their tale, Dawkins and Wong shed light on topics such as speciation, sexual selection and extinction. Written with unparalleled wit, clarity and intelligence; taking in new scientific discoveries of the past decade; and including new 'tales', illustrations and fractal diagrams, THE ANCESTOR'S TALE shows us how remarkable we are, how astonishing our history, and how intimate our relationship with the rest of the living world.
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
ISBN: 1474600573
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 688
Book Description
A fully updated edition of one of the most original accounts of evolution ever written, featuring new fractal diagrams, six new 'tales' and the latest scientific developments. THE ANCESTOR'S TALE is a dazzling, four-billion-year pilgrimage to the origins of life: Richard Dawkins and Yan Wong take us on an exhilarating reverse journey through evolution, from present-day humans back to the microbial beginnings of life. It is a journey happily interrupted by meetings of fellow modern animals (as well as plants, fungi and bacteria) similarly tracing their evolutionary path back through history. As each evolutionary pilgrim tells their tale, Dawkins and Wong shed light on topics such as speciation, sexual selection and extinction. Written with unparalleled wit, clarity and intelligence; taking in new scientific discoveries of the past decade; and including new 'tales', illustrations and fractal diagrams, THE ANCESTOR'S TALE shows us how remarkable we are, how astonishing our history, and how intimate our relationship with the rest of the living world.
American Folktales: From the Collections of the Library of Congress
Author: Carl Lindahl
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317477227
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 703
Book Description
This two-volume collection of folktales represents some of the finest examples of American oral tradition. Drawn from the largest archive of American folk culture, the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress, this set comprises magic tales, legends, jokes, tall tales and personal narratives, many of which have never been transcribed before, much less published, in a sweeping survey. Eminent folklorist and award-winning author Carl Lindahl selected and transcribed over 200 recording sessions - many from the 1920s and 1930s - that span the 20th century, including recent material drawn from the September 11 Project. Included in this varied collection are over 200 tales organized in chapters by storyteller, tale type or region, and representing diverse American cultures, from Appalachia and the Midwest to Native American and Latino traditions. Each chapter begins by discussing the storytellers and their oral traditions before presenting and introducing each tale, making this collection accessible to high school students, general readers or scholars.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317477227
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 703
Book Description
This two-volume collection of folktales represents some of the finest examples of American oral tradition. Drawn from the largest archive of American folk culture, the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress, this set comprises magic tales, legends, jokes, tall tales and personal narratives, many of which have never been transcribed before, much less published, in a sweeping survey. Eminent folklorist and award-winning author Carl Lindahl selected and transcribed over 200 recording sessions - many from the 1920s and 1930s - that span the 20th century, including recent material drawn from the September 11 Project. Included in this varied collection are over 200 tales organized in chapters by storyteller, tale type or region, and representing diverse American cultures, from Appalachia and the Midwest to Native American and Latino traditions. Each chapter begins by discussing the storytellers and their oral traditions before presenting and introducing each tale, making this collection accessible to high school students, general readers or scholars.