Author: Patrice Racine
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 1770492461
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
The irresistible picture books and novels that make up The Adventures of Cosmo – Our Hero of the Environment have been a smash success in Quebec, and they are now available to readers in English. Cosmo is a dodo who was born on the island of Mauritius. But the fearless, flightless birds were no match for humans and their guns, and about three hundred years ago, dodos became extinct. Cosmo is the last of his kind, and since he knows firsthand the toll that people can take on Earth’s species, he becomes a champion of the environment. In this critically acclaimed new series, Cosmo’s adventures take him through space on his mission. Part adventure, part message, and all fun, The Adventures of Cosmo – Our Hero of the Environment are perfect ways to introduce children to positive action on behalf of our planet.
A Friendship Begins
Author: Patrice Racine
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 1770492461
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
The irresistible picture books and novels that make up The Adventures of Cosmo – Our Hero of the Environment have been a smash success in Quebec, and they are now available to readers in English. Cosmo is a dodo who was born on the island of Mauritius. But the fearless, flightless birds were no match for humans and their guns, and about three hundred years ago, dodos became extinct. Cosmo is the last of his kind, and since he knows firsthand the toll that people can take on Earth’s species, he becomes a champion of the environment. In this critically acclaimed new series, Cosmo’s adventures take him through space on his mission. Part adventure, part message, and all fun, The Adventures of Cosmo – Our Hero of the Environment are perfect ways to introduce children to positive action on behalf of our planet.
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 1770492461
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
The irresistible picture books and novels that make up The Adventures of Cosmo – Our Hero of the Environment have been a smash success in Quebec, and they are now available to readers in English. Cosmo is a dodo who was born on the island of Mauritius. But the fearless, flightless birds were no match for humans and their guns, and about three hundred years ago, dodos became extinct. Cosmo is the last of his kind, and since he knows firsthand the toll that people can take on Earth’s species, he becomes a champion of the environment. In this critically acclaimed new series, Cosmo’s adventures take him through space on his mission. Part adventure, part message, and all fun, The Adventures of Cosmo – Our Hero of the Environment are perfect ways to introduce children to positive action on behalf of our planet.
The Memoirs of Madame Vigée Lebrun
Author: Louise-Elisabeth Vigée-Lebrun
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Portrait painters
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Portrait painters
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern - Volume II (Illustrated Edition) (Dodo Press)
Author: Charles Dudley Warner
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781603033367
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description
Charles Dudley Warner (1829-1900) was an American essayist and novelist. He worked with a surveying party in Missouri; studied law at the University of Pennsylvania; practiced in Chicago; was assistant editor (1860) and editor (1861-1867) of The Hartford Press, and after The Press was merged into The Hartford Courant, was co-editor with Joseph R Hawley; in 1884 he joined the editorial staff of Harper's Magazine, for which he conducted The Editors Drawer until 1892, when he took charge of The Editor's Study. He travelled widely, lectured frequently, and was actively interested in prison reform, city park supervision, and other movements for the public good. He was the first president of the National Institute of Arts and Letters. He first attracted attention by the reflective sketches entitled My Summer in a Garden (1870). Amongst his other works are Saunterings (1872), Backlog Studies (1873), Being a Boy (1878), In the Wilderness (1878), Captain John Smith (1881), Washington Irving (1881), A Little Journey in the World (1889), As We Were Saying (1891) and That Fortune (1899).
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781603033367
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description
Charles Dudley Warner (1829-1900) was an American essayist and novelist. He worked with a surveying party in Missouri; studied law at the University of Pennsylvania; practiced in Chicago; was assistant editor (1860) and editor (1861-1867) of The Hartford Press, and after The Press was merged into The Hartford Courant, was co-editor with Joseph R Hawley; in 1884 he joined the editorial staff of Harper's Magazine, for which he conducted The Editors Drawer until 1892, when he took charge of The Editor's Study. He travelled widely, lectured frequently, and was actively interested in prison reform, city park supervision, and other movements for the public good. He was the first president of the National Institute of Arts and Letters. He first attracted attention by the reflective sketches entitled My Summer in a Garden (1870). Amongst his other works are Saunterings (1872), Backlog Studies (1873), Being a Boy (1878), In the Wilderness (1878), Captain John Smith (1881), Washington Irving (1881), A Little Journey in the World (1889), As We Were Saying (1891) and That Fortune (1899).
THE COLLECTED WORKS OF E. F. BENSON (Illustrated Edition)
Author: E. F. Benson
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8027202604
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 4965
Book Description
This carefully edited collection of "THE COLLECTED WORKS OF E. F. BENSON (Illustrated Edition)" has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of contents Make Way For Lucia Queen Lucia Miss Mapp Dodo Trilogy Dodo: A Detail of the Day Dodo's Daughter or Dodo the Second Dodo Wonders David Blaize Series: David Blaize David Blaize and the Blue Door Other Novels The Rubicon The Judgement Books The Vintage Mammon and Co. Scarlet and Hyssop The Relentless City The Valkyries The Angel of Pain The House of Defence The Blotting Book Daisy's Aunt Mrs. Ames Thorley Weir Arundel Michael Up and Down Across the Stream Short Story Collections The Room in the Tower, and Other Stories The Countess of Lowndes Square, and Other Stories Historical Work Crescent and Iron Cross Edward Frederic Benson (1867-1940) was an English novelist, biographer, memoirist, archaeologist and short story writer, known professionally as E.F. Benson. Benson was also known as a writer of atmospheric, oblique, and at times humorous or satirical ghost stories.
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8027202604
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 4965
Book Description
This carefully edited collection of "THE COLLECTED WORKS OF E. F. BENSON (Illustrated Edition)" has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of contents Make Way For Lucia Queen Lucia Miss Mapp Dodo Trilogy Dodo: A Detail of the Day Dodo's Daughter or Dodo the Second Dodo Wonders David Blaize Series: David Blaize David Blaize and the Blue Door Other Novels The Rubicon The Judgement Books The Vintage Mammon and Co. Scarlet and Hyssop The Relentless City The Valkyries The Angel of Pain The House of Defence The Blotting Book Daisy's Aunt Mrs. Ames Thorley Weir Arundel Michael Up and Down Across the Stream Short Story Collections The Room in the Tower, and Other Stories The Countess of Lowndes Square, and Other Stories Historical Work Crescent and Iron Cross Edward Frederic Benson (1867-1940) was an English novelist, biographer, memoirist, archaeologist and short story writer, known professionally as E.F. Benson. Benson was also known as a writer of atmospheric, oblique, and at times humorous or satirical ghost stories.
Ancient Art and Ritual
Author: Jane Ellen Harrison
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aesthetics
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aesthetics
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
The Complete Works of E. F. Benson (Illustrated Edition)
Author: E. F. Benson
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 6934
Book Description
The Complete Works of E. F. Benson (Illustrated Edition) is a comprehensive collection of the literary masterpieces by the renowned author. Known for his elegant prose and sharp wit, E. F. Benson's works often explore themes of family dynamics, societal conventions, and the intricacies of human relationships. This illustrated edition provides readers with a visually enhanced reading experience, bringing to life the vivid characters and settings that Benson expertly crafts in his stories. From humorous tales to gripping dramas, this collection showcases the versatility and depth of Benson's writing style, making it a must-have for any aficionado of classic literature. Epitomizing the sophisticated Edwardian era, Benson's works continue to captivate readers with their timeless themes and exquisite storytelling. The Complete Works of E. F. Benson offers a glimpse into the literary world of a prolific author whose works have left an indelible mark on the English literary landscape. With its rich tapestry of narratives and compelling characters, this collection is sure to enchant and delight readers seeking a captivating literary journey.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 6934
Book Description
The Complete Works of E. F. Benson (Illustrated Edition) is a comprehensive collection of the literary masterpieces by the renowned author. Known for his elegant prose and sharp wit, E. F. Benson's works often explore themes of family dynamics, societal conventions, and the intricacies of human relationships. This illustrated edition provides readers with a visually enhanced reading experience, bringing to life the vivid characters and settings that Benson expertly crafts in his stories. From humorous tales to gripping dramas, this collection showcases the versatility and depth of Benson's writing style, making it a must-have for any aficionado of classic literature. Epitomizing the sophisticated Edwardian era, Benson's works continue to captivate readers with their timeless themes and exquisite storytelling. The Complete Works of E. F. Benson offers a glimpse into the literary world of a prolific author whose works have left an indelible mark on the English literary landscape. With its rich tapestry of narratives and compelling characters, this collection is sure to enchant and delight readers seeking a captivating literary journey.
Goodnight Songs
Author: Margaret Wise Brown
Publisher: Sterling
ISBN: 9781454904465
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
A previously unpublished collection of twelve lullabies, illustrated by contemporary, award-winning artists including Jonathan Bean, Sophie Blackall, Renata Liwska, and Dan Yaccarino.
Publisher: Sterling
ISBN: 9781454904465
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
A previously unpublished collection of twelve lullabies, illustrated by contemporary, award-winning artists including Jonathan Bean, Sophie Blackall, Renata Liwska, and Dan Yaccarino.
Songs of Friendship (Illustrated Edition) (Dodo Press)
Author: James Whitcomb Riley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781406524505
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
James Whitcomb Riley (1849-1916) was an American writer and poet, known as the "Hoosier Poet" and the "Children's Poet." He started his career in 1875 writing newspaper verse in Indiana dialect for the Indianapolis Journal. His verse tended to be humorous or sentimental, and of the approximately one-thousand poems that Riley published, over half are in dialect. Claiming that "simple sentiments that come from the heart" were the secret of his success. He satisfied the public with down-to-earth verse that was "heart high. " Although he was a bestselling author in the early 1900s and earned a steady income from royalties, he also travelled and gave public readings of his poetry. His favourite authors were Robert Burns and Charles Dickens, and he himself befriended bestselling Indiana authors such as Booth Tarkington, George Ade and Meredith Nicholson. Many of his works were illustrated by the popular illustrator Howard Chandler Christy. His works include: Afterwhiles (1887), Rhymes of Childhood (1890), The Flying Islands of The Night (1892), A Child- World (1897) and Riley Love-Lyrics (1899).
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781406524505
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
James Whitcomb Riley (1849-1916) was an American writer and poet, known as the "Hoosier Poet" and the "Children's Poet." He started his career in 1875 writing newspaper verse in Indiana dialect for the Indianapolis Journal. His verse tended to be humorous or sentimental, and of the approximately one-thousand poems that Riley published, over half are in dialect. Claiming that "simple sentiments that come from the heart" were the secret of his success. He satisfied the public with down-to-earth verse that was "heart high. " Although he was a bestselling author in the early 1900s and earned a steady income from royalties, he also travelled and gave public readings of his poetry. His favourite authors were Robert Burns and Charles Dickens, and he himself befriended bestselling Indiana authors such as Booth Tarkington, George Ade and Meredith Nicholson. Many of his works were illustrated by the popular illustrator Howard Chandler Christy. His works include: Afterwhiles (1887), Rhymes of Childhood (1890), The Flying Islands of The Night (1892), A Child- World (1897) and Riley Love-Lyrics (1899).
The Essential E. F. Benson: 53+ Titles in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)
Author: E. F. Benson
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8027231884
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 4965
Book Description
This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Make Way For Lucia: Queen Lucia Miss Mapp Dodo Trilogy: Dodo: A Detail of the Day Dodo's Daughter or Dodo the Second Dodo Wonders David Blaize Series: David Blaize David Blaize and the Blue Door Other Novels: The Rubicon The Judgement Books The Vintage Mammon and Co. Scarlet and Hyssop The Relentless City The Valkyries The Angel of Pain The House of Defence The Blotting Book Daisy's Aunt Mrs. Ames Thorley Weir Arundel Michael Up and Down Across the Stream Short Story Collections: The Room in the Tower, and Other Stories The Countess of Lowndes Square, and Other Stories Historical Works Edward Frederic Benson (1867–1940) was an English novelist, biographer, memoirist, archaeologist and short story writer, known professionally as E.F. Benson.
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8027231884
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 4965
Book Description
This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Make Way For Lucia: Queen Lucia Miss Mapp Dodo Trilogy: Dodo: A Detail of the Day Dodo's Daughter or Dodo the Second Dodo Wonders David Blaize Series: David Blaize David Blaize and the Blue Door Other Novels: The Rubicon The Judgement Books The Vintage Mammon and Co. Scarlet and Hyssop The Relentless City The Valkyries The Angel of Pain The House of Defence The Blotting Book Daisy's Aunt Mrs. Ames Thorley Weir Arundel Michael Up and Down Across the Stream Short Story Collections: The Room in the Tower, and Other Stories The Countess of Lowndes Square, and Other Stories Historical Works Edward Frederic Benson (1867–1940) was an English novelist, biographer, memoirist, archaeologist and short story writer, known professionally as E.F. Benson.
Hello, Mr. Dodo!
Author: Nicholas John Frith
Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books
ISBN: 9781338089394
Category : Dodo
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Martha loves birds, so one day when she meets and makes friends with a Dodo, a species supposed to be extinct, in the woods behind her house, she resolves to keep him secret to keep him safe--but sometimes it is hard to keep a big secret.
Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books
ISBN: 9781338089394
Category : Dodo
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Martha loves birds, so one day when she meets and makes friends with a Dodo, a species supposed to be extinct, in the woods behind her house, she resolves to keep him secret to keep him safe--but sometimes it is hard to keep a big secret.