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Prince Liam. Prince Frederic. Prince Duncan. Prince Gustav. You’ve never heard of them, have you? These are the princes who saved Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Snow White, and Rapunzel, respectively, and yet, thanks to those lousy bards who wrote the tales, you likely know them only as Prince Charming. But all of this is about to change. Rejected by their princesses and cast out of their castles, Liam, Frederic, Duncan, and Gustav stumble upon an evil plot that could endanger each of their kingdoms. Now it’s up to them to triumph over their various shortcomings, take on trolls, bandits, dragons, witches, and other assorted terrors, and become the heroes no one ever thought they could be.
Debut author Christopher Healy takes us on a journey with four imperfect princes and their four improbable princesses, all of whom are trying to become perfect heroes—a fast-paced, funny, and fresh introduction to a world where everything, even our classic fairy tales, is not at all what it seems.
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Christopher Paolini - Eldest
Darkness falls... Despair abounds... Evil reigns...
Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now, Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of the Dragon Rider. It is the journey of a lifetime, filled with awe-inspiring new places and people, each day a fresh adventure. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and Eragon isn't sure whom he can trust. Meanwhile, his cousin Roran must fight a new battle back home in Carvahall - one that puts Eragon in even graver danger. Will the king's dark hand strangle all resistance? Eragon may not escape with even his life...
Christopher Paolini - Eragon (angol)
When Eragon finds a polished stone in the forest, he thinks it is the lucky discovery of a poor farm boy; perhaps it will buy his family meat for the winter. But when the stone brings a dragon hatchling, Eragon soon realizes he has stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself. Overnight his simple life is shattered and he is thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic and power. With only an ancient sword and the advice of an old storyteller for guidance, Eragon and the fledgling dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies of an Empire ruled by a king whose evil knows no bounds. Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders? The fate of the Empire may rest in his hands...
Jack London - The Call of the Wild
In this quintessential adventure story, Jack London takes readers on an arduous journey through the forbidding Alaskan landscape during the gold rush of the 1890s. Buck, a rangy mixed breed used to a comfortable, sun-filled life as a family dog, is stolen by a greedy opportunist and sold to dog traffickers. In no time, Buck finds himself on a team of sled dogs run ragged in the harsh winter of the Klondike. In a climate where every day is a savage struggle for survival, the last traces of Buck's soft, pampered existence are erased as his dormant primordial urges — deeply embedded for generations — are brutally awakened.
The superb detail, taken from London's firsthand knowledge of Alaskan frontier life, makes this classic tale as gripping today as it was almost a hundred years ago. No other novel has so clearly shown the fragile separation between tame and wild, between man and beast. Now, paired with master illustrator Wendell Minor's exquisite paintings, this timeless story is available in a handsome new addition to the Scribner Illustrated Classics collection.
Miyuki Miyabe - Brave Story
A young boy finds his destiny in a world of fantasy. L to R (Western Style). The Bravest Story Ever Told Young Wataru Mitani's life is a mess. His father has abandoned him, and his mother has been hospitalized after a suicide attempt. Desperately he searches for some way to change his life--a way to alter his fate. To achieve his goal, he must navigate the magical world of Vision, a land filled with creatures both fierce and friendly. And to complicate matters, he must outwit a merciless rival from the real world. Wataru's ultimate destination is the Tower of Destiny where a goddess of fate awaits. Only when he has finished his journey and collected five elusive gemstones will he possess the Demon's Bane--the key that will unlock the future. Charity, bravery, faith, grace and the power of darkness and light: these are the provinces of each gemstone. Brought together, they have the immeasurable power to bring Wataru's family back together again. Young Wataru Mitani's life is a mess. His father has abandoned him, and his mother has been hospitalized after a suicide attempt. Desperately he searches for some way to change his life--a way to alter his fate. To achieve his goal, he must navigate the magical world of Vision, a land filled with creatures both fierce and friendly. And to complicate matters, he must outwit a merciless rival from the real world.Wataru's ultimate destination is the Tower of Destiny where a goddess of fate awaits. Only when he has finished his journey and collected five elusive gemstones will he possess the Demon's Bane--the key that will unlock the future.Charity, bravery, faith, grace and the power of darkness and light: these are the provinces of each gemstone. Brought together, they have the immeasurable power to bring Wataru's family back together again.
L. Frank Baum - The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
One of the true classics of American literature, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has stirred the imagination of young and old alike for over four generations. Originally published in 1900, it was the first truly American fairy tale, as Baum crafted a wonderful out of such familiar items as a cornfield scarecrow, a mechanical woodman, and a humbug wizard who used old-fashioned hokum to express that universal theme, "There's no place like home."
Follow the adventures of young Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, as their Kansas house is swept away by a cyclone and they find themselves in a strange land called Oz. Here she meets the Munchkins and joins the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion on an unforgettable journey to the Emerald City, where lives the all-powered Wizard of Oz.
Jean Webster - Daddy-Long-Legs
A trustee of the John Grier orphanage has offered to send Judy Abbott to college. The only requirements are that she must write to him every month, and that she can never know who he is. Judy's life at college is a whirlwind of friends, classes, parties, and a growing friendship with the handsome Jervis Pendleton. With so much happening in her life, Judy can scarcely stop writing to the mysterious "Daddy-Long-Legs"!
Maryrose Wood - The Mysterious Howling
Found running wild in the forest of Ashton Place, the Incorrigibles are no ordinary children: Alexander, age ten or thereabouts, keeps his siblings in line with gentle nips; Cassiopeia, perhaps four or five, has a bark that is (usually) worse than her bite; and Beowulf, age somewhere-in-the-middle, is alarmingly adept at chasing squirrels.
Luckily, Miss Penelope Lumley is no ordinary governess. Only fifteen years old and a recent graduate of the Swanburne Academy for Poor Bright Females, Penelope embraces the challenge of her new position. Though she is eager to instruct the children in Latin verbs and the proper use of globes, first she must help them overcome their canine tendencies.
But mysteries abound at Ashton Place: Who are these three wild creatures, and how did they come to live in the vast forests of the estate? Why does Old Timothy, the coachman, lurk around every corner? Will Penelope be able to teach the Incorrigibles table manners and socially useful phrases in time for Lady Constance's holiday ball? And what on earth is a schottische?
J. M. Barrie - Peter Pan
This is a timeless classic of children's literature in an exquisite full colour edition that will be cherished by all ages. It is fully illustrated with distinctive stained edging and decorative endpapers. It is suitable for children aged 10 to 13 years old. Neverland is home to Peter Pan, a young boy who has never grown up. On one of his visits to London, Peter makes the acquaintance of young Wendy Darling, whom he invites to travel with him to Neverland and become the mother of his gang of Lost Boys. Flying through the night sky to Neverland, Wendy and her brothers John and Michael are soon caught up in marvellous adventures with the Indian Princess Tiger Lily, the loyal fairy Tinker Bell and Peter's nemesis, a sinister hook-handed pirate known as Captain Hook. Spun by J.M. Barrie from his stage play of the same name, „Peter Pan” is a timeless classic of children's literature. Illustrated with plates by F.D. Bedford, this exquisite full-colour edition features an elegant bonded-leather binding, a satin-ribbon bookmark, distinctive stained edging and decorative endpapers. It's a book that will be cherished by readers of all ages.
Ismeretlen szerző - Frozen - Book of the Film
Frozen is the story of Anna, who sets off on an epic journey to save her kingdom... Teaming up with an adventurer named Kristoff, Anna searches for her sister, Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom in an eternal winter. Discover the story of the film inside!
Christopher Paolini - Eragon
2003 őszén a New York Times sikerlistáján nagy szenzációt keltve az élre tört egy amerikai kamasz fiú fantasyregénye, amelyért azóta versengenek a világ könyvkiadói.
Miről szól a regény? Az árván maradt, apjáról mit sem tudó Eragont nagybátyja neveli egy eldugott faluban. A tizenöt éves fiú (éppen ennyi volt a szerző is, amikor elkezdte írni a könyvet) egy éjszaka, vadászat közben tükörsimára csiszolt, rejtélyes kék követ talál, amely utóbb sárkánytojásnak bizonyul, és egy kék sárkány kel ki belőle. Ezzel Eragon élete egy csapásra megváltozik. Mint a sárkány gazdája, a Lovasok rendjébe emelkedik. A legendás Sárkánylovasok előző nemzedéke elpusztult a gonosz és rettentő mágusi hatalommal bíró Galbatorix király elleni harcban. Most az egyszerű falusi sihederre hárul a feladat, hogy megszabadítsa országát a kegyetlen zsarnokságtól. Segítője Saphira, a nőnemű sárkány, akivel gondolatátvitel útján kommunikál, és Brom, a rejtélyes öregember, a múlt titkainak tudója, aki a varázsláshoz is ért. Hosszú út áll előtte, tele izgalmakkal és felfedezésekkel – egy olyan világban, amelyet Tolkien könyveiből ismerhetünk, de amely friss életre támad, új vonásokkal gyarapodik, és egy szeretni való fiatal hőssel ajándékoz meg bennünket a kitűnő kamasz, Christopher Paolini könyvében.
L. Frank Baum - Oz, a nagy varázsló
A kansasi rónaság közepéről Dorkát és Toto kutyát a forgószél csodás vidékre repíti, a mumpicok országába. Kiderül, hogy a kislány messzire elkerült otthonától. A jóságos Északi Boszorkánytól megtudja, hogy Smaragdvárosba kell eljutnia Ozhoz, a legnagyobb varázslóhoz, mert csak az ő segítségével juthat vissza az otthonába. A hosszú vándorút során Dorka igaz barátokra talál: a Madárijesztőre, a Bádog Favágóra és a Gyáva Oroszlánra, ők is a Bölcsek Bölcse segítségére vágynak. Számtalan kaland után elérkeznek Oz fényes palotájába. A nagy varázsló "megajándékozza" a Madárijesztőt ésszel, a Bádogembert szívvel s a Gyáva Oroszlánt is bátorrá teszi. De Dorkát csak a jó Déli Boszorkány útmutatása segíti haza szeretett otthonába.
J. R. R. Tolkien - The Hobbit
Seldom has any book been so widely read and loved as J.R.R. Tolkien's classic tale, The Hobbit. Since its first publication in 1937 it has remained in print to delight each new generation of readers all over the world, and its hero, Bilbo Baggins, has taken his place among the ranks of the immortals: Alice, Pooh, Toad... As with all classics, repeated readings continue to bring new detail and perspectives to the reader's mind, and Tolkien's Middle-earth is a vast mine of treasures and knowledge, its roots delving deep into folklore, mythology and language. The Hobbit is, therefore, an ideal book for annotation: as well as offering a marvellous and entrancing story, it introduces the reader to the richly imagined world of Middle-earth, a world more fully and complexly realised in The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion.
J. M. Barrie - Pán Péter
Egyedülálló képeskönyvet tart kezében az olvasó, aki eddig jobbára csak átdolgozásokból ismerhette a felnőni nem akaró kisfiú, Pán Péter történetét. J. M. Barrie két kisregényének magyarul most először olvasható teljes fordítása egy különleges, ellentmondásokkal és humorral átszőtt világot tár elénk, ahol bármi megtörténhet. Ezt a korlátok nélküli fantáziavilágot elveszett gyerekek, manók, tündérek, indiánok és kalózok népesítik be, újabb és újabb kalandra hívva Pán Pétert és a fiatalabb olvasók generációit, no meg persze azokat az idősebbeket, akik jól tudják, milyen fontos, hogy felnőttként is megőrizzünk valamit gyermeki énünkből.
James Matthew Barrie (1860-1937) skót regény- és drámaíró. Edinburgh-ban tanult irodalmat, majd Londonba költözött. A londoni Kensington-kertben ismerkedett meg a Davies gyerekekkel, akik rendszeresen játszottak a parkban. Barrie a család jó barátja lett, és a fiúk szórakoztatására találta ki a Pán Péter-történeteket.
Az illusztrációkról:
A Pán Péter illusztrációi napfényből és árnyékból szövődtek egy régi fotográfiai eljárás, a cianotípia segítségével. Ezt a technikát Barrie kortársa, Anna Atkins angol botanikus és fotográfus emelte a művészi grafika szintjére. A technika választását a felnőni nem akaró, árnyékát elvesztő főhős analógiája ihlette; az, hogy a Pán Péter-elbeszélések eseményei jelentős részben éjszaka játszódnak, már csak apró részlet, ami szépen illeszkedett a sötét ciánkékek spektrumába.
Simonyi Cecília az Óbudai Képzőművészeti Szakiskolában, valamint a Ghenti Képzőművészeti Akadémián tanult képgrafikát és grafikát. A cianotípia technikáját a Fotófaluban - a Telek Balázs fotóművész nevéhez fűződő nyári alkotótáborban - Laczkó Péter képfényezőtől tanulta.
Cressida Cowell - How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse
In his 4th sidesplitting adventure, Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III must rescue his best friend, Fishlegs, from the deadly disease Vorpentitis. The only cure is rare and almost impossible to find...a potato. But where will Hiccup find such a thing? He'll have to dodge the terrible Sharkworms, battle Doomfangs, and outwit crazy Hooligans if he's going to be a Hero...again.
A fast paced plot, slapstick humor, witty dialogue and imaginative black and white illustrations enhance this exciting tale.
L. Frank Baum - The Wizard of Oz
Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her and her dog, Toto, far away to the magical land of Oz. To get home Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to the Emerald City and find the wonderfully mysterious Wizard of Oz. Together with her companions the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion whom she meets on the way, Dorothy embarks on a strange and enchanting adventure.
Shannon Messenger - Keeper of the Lost Cities
A New York Times bestselling series
A USA TODAY bestselling series
A California Young Reader Medal–winning series
In this riveting series opener, a telepathic girl must figure out why she is the key to her brand-new world before the wrong person finds the answer first. This special edition contains beautiful black-and-white illustrations and commentary from Shannon Messenger!
Twelve-year-old Sophie has never quite fit into her life. She’s skipped multiple grades and doesn’t really connect with the older kids at school, but she’s not comfortable with her family, either. The reason? Sophie’s a Telepath, someone who can read minds. No one knows her secret—at least, that’s what she thinks…
But the day Sophie meets Fitz, a mysterious (and adorable) boy, she learns she’s not alone. He’s a Telepath too, and it turns out the reason she has never felt at home is that, well…she isn’t. Fitz opens Sophie’s eyes to a shocking truth, and she is forced to leave behind her family for a new life in a place that is vastly different from what she has ever known.
But Sophie still has secrets, and they’re buried deep in her memory for good reason: The answers are dangerous and in high-demand. What is her true identity, and why was she hidden among humans? The truth could mean life or death—and time is running out.
Mary Pope Osborne - Summer of the Sea Serpent
Jack and Annie's summer vacation is no day at the beach!
The bestselling, fan-favorite chapter-book series celebrates the summer solstice! In the paperback edition of the 31st Magic Tree House adventure, Jack and Annie are on a quest to a seaside land of mystery and myth, where they must overcome their fears and solve an ancient riddle. Magic Tree House books are New York Times bestsellers. They are known all around the world as books that inspire reading. Find out why with Summer of the Sea Serpent!
Jack London - A vadon szava
Londonnak ez a regénye a legnagyobb sikert elért és máig is a legmakulátlanabb alkotása. Főhőse, Buck, a bernáthegyi- és juhászkutya keverék, amelyet az északi aranybányászat megindulásakor száz dollárért eladnak. Befogják szánt húzni, majd több ezer mérföld után három ügyetlen aranyásó veszi meg, s a fáradt eb egy idő után nem hajlandó továbbmenni, amiért kishíján agyonverik. Thorthon, a jártas aranybányász menti meg az életét és Buck nagyon megszereti, egy ízben az életét is megmenti. Thorthon és két társa nagyszerű aranylelőhelyre talál, de az indiánok rajtuk ütnek és megölik őket. Buck erdei bolyongásából hazatérve halva találja gazdáját: bosszút áll az indiánokon, és enged a vadon hívásának, beáll a farkasok közé. A regény mondanivalójának lényege az, hogy az állatok természetéből az ember a legnemesebb és a legrosszabb tulajdonságokat is ki tudja hozni. Az embereken keresztül pedig egy-egy pillantást vethetünk a társadalomra, az alaszkai élet viszontagságaira, amelyek előcsalják az emberek igazi tulajdonságait.
Erin Morgenstern - The Night Circus
The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents is an utterly unique experience full of breathtaking amazements. It is called Le Cirque des Rêves, and it is only open at night.
But behind the scenes, a fierce competition is underway—a duel between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who have been trained since childhood expressly for this purpose by their mercurial instructors. Unbeknownst to them, this is a game in which only one can be left standing, and the circus is but the stage for a remarkable battle of imagination and will. Despite themselves, however, Celia and Marco tumble headfirst into love—a deep, magical love that makes the lights flicker and the room grow warm whenever they so much as brush hands.
True love or not, the game must play out, and the fates of everyone involved, from the cast of extraordinary circus performers to the patrons, hang in the balance, suspended as precariously as the daring acrobats overhead.
Written in rich, seductive prose, this spell-casting novel is a feast for the senses and the heart.
Ismeretlen szerző - Walt Disney - Merida, a bátor
Fergus király és Elinor királyné elsőszülött gyermeke, Merida nem akármilyen leányzó ám. A páratlan íjászlány egész nap az erdőt járja villámgyors lovával, Angusszal, miközben egyetlen célpontot sem téveszt szem elől. Nem csoda, hogy kellemetlenül érinti a hír, amikor megtudja, hogy össze akarják házasítani holmi semmirekellő jöttmentekkel.
A szabadnak született Meridának eszében sincs fejet hajtani szülei akarata előtt, ezért egy varázslatokban jártas boszorkányhoz fordul segítségért.
