Author : William Boyd
Publisher : Viking
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 31,85 MB
Release : 2020
Category : Brighton (England)
ISBN : 9780241295953
"It is summer in 1968, the year of the assassinations of Martin Luther King and Robert Kennedy. While the world is reeling our trio is involved in making a rackety Swingin' Sixties British movie in sunny Brighton. All are leading secret lives.As the film is shot, with its usual drastic ups and downs, so does our trio's private, secret world begin to take over their public one. Pressures build inexorably - someone's going to crack. Or maybe they all will"--Publisher description
Author : Shanaya Myra
Publisher : Austin Macauley Publishers
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 19,58 MB
Release : 2024-04-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1035808978
When a terrible snowstorm derails his adventure, the fuzzy monster Furry Legs finds refuge in a little girl’s basement. The unlikely pair soon strike up a touching friendship. This is just the beginning of a beautiful friendship between a little girl and a soft-hearted monster. Squeakville adores cheese, that is, all except peculiar mouse Squeakball. Tag along on an amusing escapade as this quirky hero discovers the courage to be different. Final story ‘The Halloween Monster Dare’ follows three spirited friends on a quest to pin down an elusive creature. A thrilling challenge for the bravest of mouse-hearted little adventurers! Meet an endearing cast of characters whose misfit journeys teach timeless lessons on courage and friendship. With charm and compassion, these three sweet tales celebrate the delights of innocent spirits who dare to colour outside the lines.
Author : Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 35,34 MB
Release : 2013-04-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1473389585
This early works is a fascinating novel of the period and still an interesting read today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Author : James R. Norwood
Publisher : Three Worlds Chronicles
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 21,81 MB
Release : 2021-04-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780578901435
Three worlds fight for survival as a hostile alien menace known as the D'lai threaten to destroy the hard won peace of the galaxy in an all-consuming hatred that has engulfed them for a thousand years. Racing against the clock, each planet fights back in an all-out battle for survival. As alliances crumble and character is tested, each world must face its own past if it is going to have a future.
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Publisher : Dorrance Publishing
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 16,55 MB
Release :
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ISBN : 1434977560
Author : Lloyd Osbourne
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 133 pages
File Size : 28,98 MB
Release : 2019-11-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
"The Ebb-Tide. A Trio and a Quartette" is a short novel by Robert Louis Stevenson and his stepson Lloyd Osbourne. The story tells about the adventures of three Tahiti beggars who managed to steal a boat full of precious cargo – champagne. With the ambition to sell the load and grow rich, the three men, being slightly drunk, start their dangerous adventure. Yet, as they get sober, they learn that the cargo on the ship is, in fact, water, and their lack of experience makes them land on the first island on the way. Yet, this is just the start of their adventures.
Author : Carmen Saptouw
Publisher : Partridge Africa
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 24,16 MB
Release : 2015-02-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1482805898
The Rescue. Rufus, a mouse, returns from an errand to find his home destroyed and his family kidnapped. He then takes on a journey to rescue them. On the way, he is aided by many animals and learns the importance of not only teamwork but courage and perseverance. The Gemmed Cloak is the prized heirloom of a witch that is stolen by the king. The witch seeks justice for her stolen garment by cursing the kings daughter. There is only one humble person that can break the curse, a stable boy, but he doesnt believe that he is worthy. San the Bushman Drawing is the story of a drawing of a bushman who lives alone in a cave deep in the karoo. To his surprise, he finds out that there are other bushmen like him. After an unexpected meeting, he befriends a chameleon, and with the chameleons help, he faces his fear of the unknown. They embark on a journey to find Sans fellow bushmen drawings.
Author : Jordan Campbell
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 27,29 MB
Release : 2013-06
Category :
ISBN : 9781945434716
In this story of frustration and friendship, teen authors Jordan, Rico, and Brandon share the silly things we do when feeling bad about ourselves. Bobby, the editor of the school newspaper at REACH Middle School, is jealous of a popular threesome. His plan: break up the trio. Does it work?
Author : Taxmann
Publisher : Taxmann Publications Private Limited
Page : 15 pages
File Size : 49,15 MB
Release : 2024-06-04
Category : Law
ISBN :
This article examines the launch of three significant initiatives by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on May 28, 2024, under the leadership of Governor Shri Shaktikanta Das: ‣ PRAVAAH Portal – This portal streamlines regulatory approvals, offering online application submission, tracking, query responses, and prompt decision-making features. ‣ Retail Direct Mobile App – An extension of the Retail Direct Portal, this app allows retail investors to conveniently buy and sell government securities via smartphones, enhancing market participation. ‣ FinTech Repository – A comprehensive database of FinTech entities that supports sector understanding, policy development, and industry insights. Together with the EmTech Repository, which focuses on emerging technologies, these initiatives highlight the RBI's dedication to innovation, regulatory efficiency, and financial inclusion, marking a transformative step in India's financial landscape.
Author : Allen Hemberger
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 48,97 MB
Release : 2020-05
Category :
ISBN : 9781733008815
