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An English translation from an acclaimed Welsh writer, this romantic fantasy novel won the 1992 Welsh National Eisteddfod Prose Medal.

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Pearson English Readers bring language learning to life through the joy of reading. Well-written stories entertain us, make us think, and keep our interest page after page. Pearson English Readers offer teenage and adult learners a huge range of titles, all featuring carefully graded language to make them accessible to learners of all abilities. Through the imagination of some of the world’s greatest authors, the English language comes to life in pages of our Readers. Students have the pleasure and satisfaction of reading these stories in English, and at the same time develop a broader vocabulary, greater comprehension and reading fluency, improved grammar, and greater confidence and ability to express themselves. Find out more at english.com/readers

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During the history of the White Star Line there were two international disputes – the Boer Wars and the First World War. White Star Line vessels valiantly served in both, including the Big Four: Celtic, Cedric, Baltic and Adriatic. After the merger of White Star with Cunard in 1934, several of the company’s vessels served once again in the Second World War, helping move people and supplies around the world. Sadly, not all vessels returned from conflict, with many beautiful liners lost while performing their duty, but behind every engagement and wreckage there are tales of great heroism and endeavour. Here, author and collector Patrick Mylon has compiled the first book to concentrate on what happened to the White Star ships during wartime, weaving together ship histories and human stories to create a poignant and evocative book filled with rare imagery.

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White Star Line was originally founded in Liverpool in 1845 for travel to Australia but was eventually purchased by Thomas Ismay and transformed into the successful Oceanic Steam Navigation Co. Cleverly merging with Harland & Wolff, the line focussed on luxury over speed, developing many of the world's favourite vessels. Finally merging with its great rival Cunard in the 1930s depression, the companies continued to operate separately while flying one another's flags. This evocative book explores the colourful history of White Star Line, from personal postcards with messages from passengers, crew and troops, to the careers of her vessels in peacetime and at war, all from Patrick Mylon’s impressive collection. It includes ships with alternative identities, unusual stories like the planned escape of Dr Crippen, and showcases a wide variety of interior views, adverts and 'proof', silk and Company Issue cards, conveying the glamour, drama and history of this world-renowned line.

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Lettering is a new trend which, in just few months, has collected a wide number of fans around the globe. It is the art of creating wonderful and elegant handmade writings to personalise cards, placeholders, agendas or notes. This manual will guide enthusiasts in the discovery of the ideal techniques, tools and alphabets for creative lettering, and will teach them, step by step, to create their own creative lettering. After the first volume published by White Star, The Art of Hand Lettering, a new complete volume to develop a personal alphabet as well as mastering a range of fonts perfect for different occasions. Lot of pages to exercise and useful tips for the perfect tools.

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Catalog Copy: With this beautifully illustrated guidebook's extensive information for off-the-beaten-path and authentic spots on each Hawaiian island, you'll be able to plan your next visit to Hawaii mindfully, with exclusive experiences in mind.National Geographic Traveller: Hawaii is the ideal companion for finding your bearings in the wide range of possibilities offered by the Hawaiian Islands, those jewels rising up in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean. The islands are the quintessential tropical paradise, but they're also full of surprises: delicious cuisine, the most active volcano in the country, fabulous sea cliffs, and refined boutiques. A unique atmosphere with Polynesian and Asian influences that are embedded in a genuinely American spirit, each of the six major islands has its own distinct character: Oahu, the cosmopolitan meeting place; Maui, young, lush, and sporty; Kauai, the garden isle; Hawaii, the big island or

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This dazzling guidebook, written by Central America travel expert Christopher P. Baker, covers all the main cities, towns, and regions of Costa Rica, helping travelers negotiate one of the world's leading destinations for eco-travel. Travel tips for San Jose, Nicoya, and Guanacaste are all fully revised and updated for this latest edition. The book outlines detailed city walks and regional drives, complete with maps and reservation information. Also included are features on geography (life in the lowland rain forest and volcanoes); Costa Rica's diversity of wildlife (butterflies, marine turtles, and snakes); and adventure activities (white-water rafting and sportfishing).

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Dress up the models and decorate the fun scenes with over 250 dazzling stickers! This enchanting book is full of models to dress up with glittery stickers of outfits and accessories. Use stickers to enhance the wonderful settings too, from the fitting room to the runway. The stickers are removable, so you can change up the characters and scenes as much as you want! Ages 4+

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Discover the best of the nation's capital in this trusty travel guide to Washington, D.C. treasures including itineraries for visiting hidden gems, iconic monuments, and world-renowned museums.  National Geographic Traveler Washington, D.C. is a window onto the innumerable treasures of the United States capital and a must-use guide for every visitor. With an introduction on the lifestyle and history of the institutions of the United States, as well as its modern culture, this is an all-you-need-to-know resource about one of the most iconic cities in the world. Throughout, find detailed information about the city's main attractions, including the Capitol, the White House, and the National Mall with its wealth of monuments and museums. Packed with ideas for well-known and beloved destinations as well as hidden gems and locals-only hot spots, this guide provides everything you need to create an itinerary that includes:   A legendary walk

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Slavic traditions. The Legends of King Arthur. Korean folklore. Greek mythology. A global reference book for a world of magical creatures, witches and warlocks. A book that puts emphasis on inclusion and the fantastical.Each magical being is given its own space and spread, with a dedicated description, list of facts, highlights, and short stories. This book can open children up to different cultures; spark their interest in a particular world of mythology; be the source of imaginative play and creative expression; as well as the spark for engaging conversation. Age: 7+

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This book - written in collaboration with AIYB, Italian Association of Yoga for Children - introduces fun, simple positions to help even the youngest kids relax and start their day right! Mornings are better with yoga! These carefully chosen positions - including Tree and Warrior poses - constructively channel kids' energy as they wake up and begin their day. Indispensable step-by-step instructions and Anna Lang's colourful and amusing illustrations make this book appealing and easy to follow. Namaste! Ages: 4 and up

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Meet Leonardo da Vinci and discover the story of his life and work in this engagingly illustrated biography. Why could Leonardo da Vinci paint the human form so accurately, in all its beauty? How was he educated and trained as an artist? What inspired his most famous work, including The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa? And what fun machine did he invent? Find out about this unique artist and the many areas, from architecture to flight, he drew on and influenced. Appealing illustrations, information on his breakthroughs and successes, and an index of major events reveal how da Vinci left his mark on humanity. A timeline and simple quiz at the end of the book help kids test their understanding and knowledge. Ages: 6 plus

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An interactive series helping children explore the world and expand their imaginative play. Each box of fun focuses on a famous city and includes: six card board pages of punch-out monuments, characters, and modes of transport, along with pedestals on which to stand them up. Bonus! Each box set also includes a large format poster-map of the city, with a search-and-find game for hidden elements amongst streets to be recognised, as well as a game-of-the-goose style board game that references the city's most famous attractions. Ages 6+

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Insects have been around for over 400 million years! These incredible creatures are as varied as they are small - from those with 6 legs to those with 1,000. Learn about how they work and how they live. Then, switch to another edition of Mad for Science to learn about organic chemistry and the fundamental building blocks of all living beings. Each book contains 56 packed pages of games and activities, including instructions for executing your own, easy-to-do experiments with household items! Ages 6-7

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Famous and beloved classics are reinterpreted to capture the attention of young audiences in this engaging book series. This magnificently illustrated edition of Mark Twain's classic novel Tom Sawyer brings new life to this timeless story about a young boy growing up along the Mississippi River.The author was able to keep the spirit of each original novel intact while recounting it with fresh and accessible language. A series designed to make children fall in love with literature and characters they will likely encounter again as older readers. Even the illustrations bring new life with a colourful, contemporary, and almost cinematic style. Other titles in the series includes Moby Dick ISBN 9788854420564, White Fang ISBN 9788854420533 and The Secret Garden ISBN 9788854420557. Ages 7+

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Famous and beloved classics are reinterpreted to capture the attention of young audiences in this engaging book series. This magnificently illustrated edition of Jack London's classic novel White Fang brings new life to this timeless story of a wolf-dog struggling to survive in a human society every bit as violent as the natural world.The author was able to keep the spirit of each original novel intact while recounting it with fresh and accessible language. A series designed to make children fall in love with literature and characters they will likely encounter again as older readers. Even the illustrations bring new life with a colourful, contemporary, and almost cinematic style. Other titles in the series includes Moby Dick ISBN 9788854420564, Tom Sawyer ISBN 9788854420540 and The Secret Garden ISBN 9788854420557. Ages 7+

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Thanks to the simple but effective mechanism of a rotating wheel, this book turns into a microscope! On each page, children will be able to take a closer look at a flower, ant, pile of sand, or snowflake to find out what they look like up close. Just turn the wheel to ''zoom in''! Colourful illustrations by Esme Lee, short engaging text, and a book you can play with are the perfect tools to stimulate children's innate curiosity and desire to explore the natural world.

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Our planet breathes, just like a living being, and yet its breathing is remarkably laboured and under stress, something that many of us can relate to as we live our busy lives. More and more often the need to reconnect with nature and create a harmonious link to our environment requires a conscious effort - however small. This motivational volume offers stunning photographs of nature and the Earth, complemented by inspirational quotes for each day of the year. A simple yet meaningful action towards personal wellbeing, reflection, and balance for ourselves and our environment.

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Our journey on this earth is one of undeniable interconnectedness between human beings and other animals. This book illustrates the spiritual qualities of the many animals considered magical according to traditions and folklore. Magnificent creatures with qualities that humans possess, if they only listen inward. Everyone has innate powers and inspiring characteristics they can learn to intuit and evoke. There is much knowledge that can be gained from understanding the species who share this incredible planet with us. Thanks to this book we can take a step in the right direction through detailed texts, boxes of in-depth analysis, anecdotes, legends, and splendidly evocative illustrations.

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All living beings have energy and all energy is connected. As such, understandably, our ability to be the cause of that energy – to expel what is unsettling and radiate what is pleasant – is undoubtably related to our wellbeing. Terms like “aura,” “subtle bodies,” and “chakras” are useful to enable an understanding of our psychophysical health, how we connect with the external environment, and what we can do about it. With that, this engaging and life-changing book provides theoretical information and practical approaches to both changing the way we feel, as well as, the energy that most immediately surrounds us, and which connects us to the “universal energy field.”

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Social networks are a breeding ground for fake news – and enough scientific research has observed how online content can shape children’s opinions and thoughts. This timely book provides young digital users with the tools they need to distinguish fact from fiction and editorial commentary from news. An indispensable resource for parents and teachers on the unignorable topic of misinformation and marketing. Photographs, illustrations, activities, and quizzes engage and teach the reader how to consume information critically. Ages 8 +

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365 riddles and quiz questions touching upon science, math, history, astronomy, and nature. There are true/false statements, others with answers hidden by secret codes, as well as those structured as real experiments easy to repeat at home! Use these prompts to learn and play with your chiId, or, to prompt independent learning by doing! Ages 8 +

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Curiosity is a natural quality for children, which is enhanced when travelling. These little guides are intended just for them, with itineraries around big cities like Rome to explore the most iconic places (starting from their rooms). The books feature also little games and activities to be ready for real-life explorations! The big cities won’t have secrets anymore. Ages 6 +

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Rock is not just a genre of music. It is a way of being; an attitude. It was a movement that swept and sweeps stages around the world from the 1950s until present day. The universe of rock is a star-studded one; filled with artists and songs that have changed the world with their innovation, their ideas, their thoughts and their style. Almost 70 years since the birth of rock, this book honours the legends that gave it sound, as well as all of us who loved and go on living it.

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I want to live, not be a witness of my life. Beautiful. Cultured. Refined. Enviable. Admirable. Adored. Journalist. Philanthropist. Publisher. Jackie Kennedy was many things – amongst them, she was and remains the most iconic First Lady the United States has ever seen. Discreet and seductive, she lived a destiny of fortune, success and mourning. This biographical photobook commemorates her intelligence and her style 30 years after her passing. Learn about the woman captivating enough to win the respect of the powerful and the love of the people. Learn about the Jackie before and after her years as “Queen of America” and be captivated by a story of aspirations, devastations and rebirth. An intense and in-depth portrait of a women who enchanted the world.

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In this book, psychotherapist Chiara Piroddi provides simple and stimulating activities helping kids to explore and learn the names and feelings of emotions. The book begins with a pedological explanation of the content for teachers and parents; and ends with suggestions for additional Montessorian activities to experience the world beyond its pages. Ages: 6 plus

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"I'm bored! What should I do?" Are you facing children during a long trip? These Boredom Buster Activity Books offer fun quizzes, colouring pages, riddles, labyrinths, spot-the-differences, search-and-finds and more: activities for all tastes! Three chapters also offer an increasing level of difficulty for each activity, ensuring children are engaged at their level and then continue feeling challenged and stimulated by their favourite activities. Ages: 5 plus

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An engaging Panda's Adventures travel journal. Get started by identifying the type of trip you'll be taking, where you'll be staying, who's coming, and for how long. Explore and record new foods, sights, and sounds on dedicated pages for each, as well as space to record priceless memories and scrapbook special mementos. Keep track of the days and their adventures in this imaginative, charming, and exciting travel companion. For parents and teachers, this journal offers an opportunity to involve children in planning and exploring, while getting in touch with their point-of-view and feelings. Ages: 8 plus

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Bye Bye Diaper and Bye Bye Pacifier are two board books designed to support children during two difficult early childhood transitions: leaving the diaper and the pacifier. The main character is a bunny most children can relate to – unfamiliar with the potty and unwilling to part with his pacifier. Bunny acknowledges his fears and begins a journey that leaves him feeling empowered and excited by these life transitions. In addition to a relatable protagonist and narrative, these board books are physically designed to engage children with a unique slider on each page – discovery of the novelty will offer an unexpected surprise at each turn! Ages: 0 to 3

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Baby on Board is both a day-by-day diary and a pregnancy guide, rich with practical information, advice, stories, and space to keep track of everything and feel supported, from conception to delivery. Pregnancy journals are not only a way to track the passing of time, but also the opportunity to create a personalised souvenir, immortalising a life-changing 9-month journey. Baby on Board features quirky, but accurate, humour, engaging graphics, and spaces for self-reflection. It offers: A full page for each week of pregnancy A double page at the end of each month, for recording & tracking prenatal milestones-from maternal weight gain to fetal growth Tips on attitude, exercise, behaviour, and nutrition 24 in-depth boxes on important issues and misconceptions about pregnancy Charming & humorous illustrations with questions and space for personal reflection.

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A series of board books intended to develop the visual skills of newborn babies. The shapes in these books are easy to recognise, thanks to the high contrast of the images in black, white, and red, the first three colours babies can perceive. Opposites includes images representing opposing concepts like small and large, empty and full, hot and cold, and open and closed. Ages: 0 to 12 months

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What inspired the work and works of geniuses like Leonardo, Einstein, Frida and Curie? These books aim to explain it to the little ones, presenting some of the greatest characters of the past in a funny and light-hearted way, to which children can easily relate. The great characters become the most powerful kind of inspiration, to push the little readers to dream a little bigger. Ages: 4 plus

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Following the Montessorian studies based on the observation of real nature, the box contains 40 cards for a total of 20 pairs of animals, divided between parents and puppies of the same species. The activities of the memory game allow to train executive functions of the child concurring in carrying out the tasks of everyday life: Memorising, Recognising, Classifying, Categorising, Associating, Sorting by logic. In this box, the ability developed is Thinking: through a simple game like memory, cognitive development is supported, from perception to attention to visual-spatial memory. Ages: 3 to 5

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The topics chosen for this book are inspired by the studies of Alan J. Bishop, so there are six universal activities that characterise mathematics: Counting, Locating, Measuring, Designing, Playing & Explaining. The ability developed in this activity book is Reasoning: curiosity about the surrounding world is stimulated, the most complex mental categories are broadened (cause and effect relationship), problem solving, first arithmetic skills, logic, space and time skills, planning and coding are practiced. Ages: 7 to 9

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The A World to Preserve series brings together breathtaking landscapes, inspiring quotes, and infographics about environmental issues that will take readers on a journey through the depths of the sea. "For most of history, man has had to fight nature to survive; in this century he is beginning to realise that, in order to survive, he must protect it." - Jacques-Yves Cousteau The mesmerising pictures in The Sea combine with powerful quotes about the importance of protecting the world around us. Each chapter begins with an infographic depicting the issues faced by these large bodies of water. The images in this book, from the icy waters of the two poles to the coral reefs in the tropics, testify to why the seas need to be preserved for us and for future generations.

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From the highest skyscrapers of the world to the small blue and white houses in Santorini, Greece, the urban landscape of the world is an incredible journey that children can take while leafing through the pages of this wonderfully illustrated book. With more than 40 flaps inside, the little readers will be able not only to discover how many types of houses there are, but also to take a peek at the inside, learning about far away cultures in a domestic dimension. Ages 5 plus

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Kids can have a magical good time with the fairies in this kit, which they can take everywhere they go. Inside this beautiful box is a board book featuring a tender goodnight story, 20 game boards, and 70 removable pieces for creating your own 3D fairy world. The activities include several jigsaw puzzles, a memory card game, a tree to decorate, and even pendant jewellery to assemble with the included string. Ages: 4 plus

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Meet Martin Luther King, Jr. and discover the story of his life and work in this engagingly illustrated biography - narrated by King himself. A series of illustrated books specifically designed for children in elementary education, narrating the stories of great historical figures who have left their mark on humanity. The little readers will be inspired by Martin Luther King, and the way he made history with his powerful speeches and peaceful protests. The book will help children to explore how Martin went from being a kid with a dream to an outstanding leader who made America a better place for everyone. At the end of each volume, the reader will find a timeline listing the main biographical events and some simple quizzes to further understand and test their knowledge. Ages: 6 plus

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A practical guide to enjoying every day to its fullest and to making every gesture more self-aware. Gratitude is the first book in a series called Daily Rituals, with the intention to change the readers habits for the better and improve the quality of their lives. A book that is a starting point for a path to wellbeing and spiritual growth. The book is divided into the 7 thematic periods of a typical day, which begins with waking up and finishes with falling asleep. For each area, readers will find seven simple rituals taken from the traditions of Buddhism, yoga, oriental and western philosophy and scientific research.

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The ultimate, comprehensive guide to reveal all the secrets about dinosaurs: everything you need to know about these giants of the past is here in your hands. With a very attractive style, these illustrations will let you submerge yourself in the fantastic world of dinosaurs, discovering, after a short introduction, the main categories (carnivores, herbivores, pterosaurs, aquatic dinosaurs...) and for each of them the most representative, the most common and the most curious. The book closes with a deep overview on extinction with causes and a clear timeline. For each beast, there is a short and clear description and an infographic with basic information, where they lived on the Planet, their size and weight and how long ago they lived on the Earth. The must-have title about dinosaurs: the ultimate guide you'll ever need to know everything about these amazing animals. Ages: 9 plus

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In this delightful series dedicated to the little ones, Anna Láng's tender, funny and colourful illustrations give life to new adventures for Lily and her baby dragon, who learns a fundamental lesson in each volume. In these four titles, Lily will teach her little dragon the importance of listening to others, of sharing and playing together, of offering one's help and of knowing how to wait. Through amusing stories and concrete family situations, children will be able to identify with the cute little dragon protagonist, to learn with him the value of gestures and kind words. Ages: 3 plus Also available in the series: How to Teach Your Dragon to Share, ISBN 9788854418127; How to Teach your Dragon to Help, ISBN 9788854418134; How to Teach your Dragon to Wait, ISBN 9788854418158

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Jean De La Fontaine's most beloved classic fables and tales about animals (and humans), enhanced by iconic illustrations, will delight and entertain young readers while teaching valuable lessons. Each board book will cover the most important topics for character development. A precious collection presented in honour of the anniversary of Jean de la Fontaine's birth, which was 400 years in 2021. Ages: 3 plus

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