Author: Cornelia Funke
Publisher: Chicken House
ISBN: 1909489158
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Amid the crumbling splendour of wintertime Venice, two orphans are on the run. The mysterious Thief Lord offers shelter, but a terrible danger is gathering force...
The Thief Lord
Author: Cornelia Funke
Publisher: Chicken House
ISBN: 1909489158
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Amid the crumbling splendour of wintertime Venice, two orphans are on the run. The mysterious Thief Lord offers shelter, but a terrible danger is gathering force...
Publisher: Chicken House
ISBN: 1909489158
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Amid the crumbling splendour of wintertime Venice, two orphans are on the run. The mysterious Thief Lord offers shelter, but a terrible danger is gathering force...
Diamond Doris
Author: Doris Payne
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 006291801X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
Soon to be a Major Motion Picture In the ebullient spirit of Ocean’s 8, The Heist, and Thelma & Louise, a sensational and entertaining memoir of the world’s most notorious jewel thief—a woman who defied society’s prejudices and norms to carve her own path, stealing from elite jewelers to live her dreams. Growing up during the Depression in the segregated coal town of Slab Fork, West Virginia, Doris Payne was told her dreams were unattainable for poor black girls like her. Surrounded by people who sought to limit her potential, Doris vowed to turn the tables after the owner of a jewelry store threw her out when a white customer arrived. Neither racism nor poverty would hold her back; she would get what she wanted and help her mother escape an abusive relationship. Using her southern charm, quick wit, and fascination with magic as her tools, Payne began shoplifting small pieces of jewelry from local stores. Over the course of six decades, her talents grew with each heist. Becoming an expert world-class jewel thief, she daringly pulled off numerous diamond robberies and her boyfriend fenced the stolen gems to Hollywood celebrities. Doris’s criminal exploits went unsolved well into the 1970s—partly because the stores did not want to admit that they were duped by a black woman. Eventually realizing Doris was using him, her boyfriend turned her in. She was arrested after stealing a diamond ring in Monte Carlo that was valued at more than half a million dollars. But even prison couldn’t contain this larger-than-life personality who cleverly used nuns as well as various ruses to help her break out. With her arrest in 2013 in San Diego, Doris’s fame skyrocketed when media coverage of her astonishing escapades exploded. Today, at eighty-seven, Doris, as bold and vibrant as ever, lives in Atlanta, and is celebrated for her glamorous legacy. She sums up her adventurous career best: “It beat being a teacher or a maid.” A rip-roaringly fun and exciting story as captivating and audacious as Catch Me if You Can and Can You Ever Forgive Me?—Diamond Doris is the portrait of a captivating anti-hero who refused to be defined by the prejudices and mores of a hypocritical society.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 006291801X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
Soon to be a Major Motion Picture In the ebullient spirit of Ocean’s 8, The Heist, and Thelma & Louise, a sensational and entertaining memoir of the world’s most notorious jewel thief—a woman who defied society’s prejudices and norms to carve her own path, stealing from elite jewelers to live her dreams. Growing up during the Depression in the segregated coal town of Slab Fork, West Virginia, Doris Payne was told her dreams were unattainable for poor black girls like her. Surrounded by people who sought to limit her potential, Doris vowed to turn the tables after the owner of a jewelry store threw her out when a white customer arrived. Neither racism nor poverty would hold her back; she would get what she wanted and help her mother escape an abusive relationship. Using her southern charm, quick wit, and fascination with magic as her tools, Payne began shoplifting small pieces of jewelry from local stores. Over the course of six decades, her talents grew with each heist. Becoming an expert world-class jewel thief, she daringly pulled off numerous diamond robberies and her boyfriend fenced the stolen gems to Hollywood celebrities. Doris’s criminal exploits went unsolved well into the 1970s—partly because the stores did not want to admit that they were duped by a black woman. Eventually realizing Doris was using him, her boyfriend turned her in. She was arrested after stealing a diamond ring in Monte Carlo that was valued at more than half a million dollars. But even prison couldn’t contain this larger-than-life personality who cleverly used nuns as well as various ruses to help her break out. With her arrest in 2013 in San Diego, Doris’s fame skyrocketed when media coverage of her astonishing escapades exploded. Today, at eighty-seven, Doris, as bold and vibrant as ever, lives in Atlanta, and is celebrated for her glamorous legacy. She sums up her adventurous career best: “It beat being a teacher or a maid.” A rip-roaringly fun and exciting story as captivating and audacious as Catch Me if You Can and Can You Ever Forgive Me?—Diamond Doris is the portrait of a captivating anti-hero who refused to be defined by the prejudices and mores of a hypocritical society.
Haldeman-Julius Monthly
Ford's Christian Repository
Stolen Away
Author: Michael Newton
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0671017489
Category : Children
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
Drawn from fascinating historical records--including trial transcripts from the century's first insanity defense--this is the gripping account of the gruesome kidnap and murder of a 12-year-old girl in 1927. Following a nationwide manhunt, no one was prepared for the awful truth that a sadistic monster dwelled within an unlikely suspect.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0671017489
Category : Children
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
Drawn from fascinating historical records--including trial transcripts from the century's first insanity defense--this is the gripping account of the gruesome kidnap and murder of a 12-year-old girl in 1927. Following a nationwide manhunt, no one was prepared for the awful truth that a sadistic monster dwelled within an unlikely suspect.
The Collected Works of Thornton Burgess (Illustrated Edition)
Author: Thornton Burgess
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2674
Book Description
The Collected Works of Thornton Burgess (Illustrated Edition) is a delightful collection of children's literature filled with anthropomorphic animal characters that teach valuable lessons about nature and the environment. Written in a simple yet engaging style, Burgess captures the imagination of young readers while instilling in them a love and appreciation for the natural world. The illustrations throughout the book enhance the storytelling experience, bringing to life the charming animal characters and their adventures in the forest. This collection is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers of all ages. Thornton Burgess's works have made a significant impact as educational tools, sparking curiosity and interest in nature among readers. His deep understanding of wildlife and his passion for environmental conservation are evident in his writing, making him a pioneer in using literature to promote environmental awareness. The Collected Works of Thornton Burgess is a must-read for anyone seeking to reconnect with nature and rediscover the joy of storytelling through the eyes of beloved animal characters.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2674
Book Description
The Collected Works of Thornton Burgess (Illustrated Edition) is a delightful collection of children's literature filled with anthropomorphic animal characters that teach valuable lessons about nature and the environment. Written in a simple yet engaging style, Burgess captures the imagination of young readers while instilling in them a love and appreciation for the natural world. The illustrations throughout the book enhance the storytelling experience, bringing to life the charming animal characters and their adventures in the forest. This collection is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers of all ages. Thornton Burgess's works have made a significant impact as educational tools, sparking curiosity and interest in nature among readers. His deep understanding of wildlife and his passion for environmental conservation are evident in his writing, making him a pioneer in using literature to promote environmental awareness. The Collected Works of Thornton Burgess is a must-read for anyone seeking to reconnect with nature and rediscover the joy of storytelling through the eyes of beloved animal characters.
The Guardian
Dylan Thomas Selected Poems, 1934-1952
Author: Dylan Thomas
Publisher: New Directions Publishing
ISBN: 9780811215428
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
A collection of poems written by Dylan Thomas between 1934 and 1952.
Publisher: New Directions Publishing
ISBN: 9780811215428
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
A collection of poems written by Dylan Thomas between 1934 and 1952.
THORNTON BURGESS Ultimate Collection
Author: Thornton Burgess
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2672
Book Description
e-arnow present to you this meticulously edited children's book collection of the beloved bedtime stories, warmhearted tales of nature and animals for the youngest: Bedtime Story-Books: The Adventures of Reddy Fox The Adventures of Johnny Chuck The Adventures of Peter Cottontail The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum The Adventures of Mr. Mocker The Adventures of Jerry Muskrat The Adventures of Danny Meadow Mouse The Adventures of Grandfather Frog The Adventures of Chatterer, the Red Squirrel The Adventures of Sammy Jay The Adventures of Buster Bear The Adventures of Old Mr. Toad The Adventures of Prickly Porky The Adventures of Old Man Coyote The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver The Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack The Adventures of Bobby Coon The Adventures of Jimmy Skunk The Adventures of Bob White The Mother West Wind Series: Old Mother West Wind Mother West Wind's Children Mother West Wind's Animal Friends Mother West Wind "Why" Stories Mother West Wind "How" Stories Mother West Wind "When" Stories Mother West Wind "Where" Stories The Green Meadow Series: Happy Jack Mrs. Peter Rabbit Bowser the Hound Old Granny Fox Other Children's Books: Lightfoot the Deer Blacky the Crow Whitefoot the Woodmouse The Burgess Bird Book for Children The Burgess Animal Book for Children Boy Scout Books: The Boy Scouts of Woodcraft Camp The Boy Scouts in a Trapper's Camp
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2672
Book Description
e-arnow present to you this meticulously edited children's book collection of the beloved bedtime stories, warmhearted tales of nature and animals for the youngest: Bedtime Story-Books: The Adventures of Reddy Fox The Adventures of Johnny Chuck The Adventures of Peter Cottontail The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum The Adventures of Mr. Mocker The Adventures of Jerry Muskrat The Adventures of Danny Meadow Mouse The Adventures of Grandfather Frog The Adventures of Chatterer, the Red Squirrel The Adventures of Sammy Jay The Adventures of Buster Bear The Adventures of Old Mr. Toad The Adventures of Prickly Porky The Adventures of Old Man Coyote The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver The Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack The Adventures of Bobby Coon The Adventures of Jimmy Skunk The Adventures of Bob White The Mother West Wind Series: Old Mother West Wind Mother West Wind's Children Mother West Wind's Animal Friends Mother West Wind "Why" Stories Mother West Wind "How" Stories Mother West Wind "When" Stories Mother West Wind "Where" Stories The Green Meadow Series: Happy Jack Mrs. Peter Rabbit Bowser the Hound Old Granny Fox Other Children's Books: Lightfoot the Deer Blacky the Crow Whitefoot the Woodmouse The Burgess Bird Book for Children The Burgess Animal Book for Children Boy Scout Books: The Boy Scouts of Woodcraft Camp The Boy Scouts in a Trapper's Camp
The Greatest Works of Thornton Burgess
Author: Thornton Burgess
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2664
Book Description
Musaicum Books presents to you a meticulously edited Thornton Burgess collection. This ebook has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Content: Bedtime Story-Books: The Adventures of Reddy Fox The Adventures of Johnny Chuck The Adventures of Peter Cottontail The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum The Adventures of Mr. Mocker The Adventures of Jerry Muskrat The Adventures of Danny Meadow Mouse The Adventures of Grandfather Frog The Adventures of Chatterer, the Red Squirrel The Adventures of Sammy Jay The Adventures of Buster Bear The Adventures of Old Mr. Toad The Adventures of Prickly Porky The Adventures of Old Man Coyote The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver The Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack The Adventures of Bobby Coon The Adventures of Jimmy Skunk The Adventures of Bob White Mother West Wind Series: The Old Mother West Wind Mother West Wind's Children Mother West Wind's Animal Friends Mother West Wind "Why" Stories Mother West Wind "How" Stories Mother West Wind "When" Stories Mother West Wind "Where" Stories The Green Meadow Series: Happy Jack Mrs. Peter Rabbit Bowser the Hound Old Granny Fox Other Children's Books: Lightfoot the Deer Blacky the Crow Whitefoot the Woodmouse The Burgess Bird Book for Children The Burgess Animal Book for Children Boy Scout Books: The Boy Scouts of Woodcraft Camp The Boy Scouts in a Trapper's Camp
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2664
Book Description
Musaicum Books presents to you a meticulously edited Thornton Burgess collection. This ebook has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Content: Bedtime Story-Books: The Adventures of Reddy Fox The Adventures of Johnny Chuck The Adventures of Peter Cottontail The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum The Adventures of Mr. Mocker The Adventures of Jerry Muskrat The Adventures of Danny Meadow Mouse The Adventures of Grandfather Frog The Adventures of Chatterer, the Red Squirrel The Adventures of Sammy Jay The Adventures of Buster Bear The Adventures of Old Mr. Toad The Adventures of Prickly Porky The Adventures of Old Man Coyote The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver The Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack The Adventures of Bobby Coon The Adventures of Jimmy Skunk The Adventures of Bob White Mother West Wind Series: The Old Mother West Wind Mother West Wind's Children Mother West Wind's Animal Friends Mother West Wind "Why" Stories Mother West Wind "How" Stories Mother West Wind "When" Stories Mother West Wind "Where" Stories The Green Meadow Series: Happy Jack Mrs. Peter Rabbit Bowser the Hound Old Granny Fox Other Children's Books: Lightfoot the Deer Blacky the Crow Whitefoot the Woodmouse The Burgess Bird Book for Children The Burgess Animal Book for Children Boy Scout Books: The Boy Scouts of Woodcraft Camp The Boy Scouts in a Trapper's Camp