Author : Walter Dean Myers
Publisher :
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 17,21 MB
Release : 1980
Category : Children's literature
ISBN : 9780862030872
The wise man Pundabi tries to help the wealthy king see the poverty and suffering in his kingdom by inventing the mystery of the Golden Serpent.
Author : Luciana Cavallaro
Publisher : Luciana Cavallaro
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 22,69 MB
Release : 2015-03-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0987473751
A true page-turner, in a similar vein to Wilbur Smith and David Gemmell, is an action-packed adventure story catapulting a reluctant hero from one dangerous encounter to another. Evan has been having some very strange dreams. The Perth-based architect dismissed an unexpected phone call from an entrepreneur in Greece, asking him to restore his family home, as the ravings of a crank. Until, that is, the dreams begin, each more vivid than the last. A dream encounter with a mysterious character called Zeus sees him catapulted back in time to 500 years before the birth of Christ. Evan finds himself quickly embroiled in a plot to prevent the birth of Christianity, an unwilling player in an epic struggle between the old gods and the new, fighting for his life.
Author : Ciro Alegría
Publisher : Signet Classics
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 19,93 MB
Release : 1963
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
The novel portrays the diverse human life to be found along the Marañón River in Peru.
Author : W. J. Corbett
Publisher : Hachette Children's
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 38,48 MB
Release : 2011-08-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1444907808
Continuing the enchanting tale of a clan of miniature creatures called the People and their epic search for a peaceful home ... The Willow Clan are living in harmony with their neighbours, the Guardian Clan who tend to the Great Golden Snake. All too soon, however, their hard-won peace is shattered. Others from afar have heard of a snake made of gold. Hell-bent on plunder, marauding warriors are heading towards the valley. Again the youngsters of the Willow Clan take up the challenge. As they prepare to defend the valley once more, they turn to the wizard Berrybottom and his famous magic spells. But the task will demand more than courage ... The sequence that began with 'The Ark of the People' and 'The Quest For The End Of The Tail'.
Author : Paul Freed
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 43,69 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781585442713
Combines the spirit of adventure with natural history and science.
Author : Nick Carter
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 25,68 MB
Release : 1969
Category :
ISBN :
Author : Kate Quinn
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 46,42 MB
Release : 2013-08-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1101624949
A gripping novel about history’s most infamous family—The Borgias—and an innocent girl pulled into their treacherous rise to power, from the USA Today bestselling author of The Alice Network and The Briar Club. Rome, 1492. The Holy City is drenched with blood and teeming with secrets. A pope lies dying and the throne of God is left vacant, a prize awarded only to the most virtuous—or the most ruthless. The Borgia family begins its legendary rise, chronicled by an innocent girl who finds herself drawn into their dangerous web… Vivacious Giulia Farnese has floor-length golden hair and the world at her feet: beauty, wealth, and a handsome young husband. But she is stunned to discover that her glittering marriage is a sham, and she is to be given as a concubine to the ruthless, charismatic Cardinal Borgia: Spaniard, sensualist, candidate for Pope—who is passionately in love with her. Two trusted companions will follow her into the Pope's shadowy harem: Leonello, a cynical bodyguard bent on bloody revenge against a mysterious killer, and Carmelina, a fiery cook with a past full of secrets. But as corruption thickens in the Vatican and the enemies begin to circle, Giulia and her friends will need all their wits to survive in the world of the Borgias.
Author : Edgar Wallace
Publisher : House of Stratus
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 16,10 MB
Release : 2008-01-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0755114914
Peter Derwin suspects the card left in the bag of actress, Ella Creed, is a publicity stunt. But other people have found them as well. Leicester Crewe opens his front door & a dead man falls into the hall. In his hand is the card of the Feathered Serpent.
Author : Barbara Brenner
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 43,9 MB
Release : 1981
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780394845319
Michael's knowledge of Mexican history and Elena's taste for adventure help the twins unravel the mystery of the golden snake.
Author : Duncan Tonatiuh
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 32,51 MB
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1647001544
Award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh brings an ancient Mesoamerican creation myth to life Long ago, the gods of Mesoamerica set out to create humans. They tried many times during each sun, or age. When all their attempts failed and the gods grew tired, only one did not give up: Quetzalcóatl—the Feathered Serpent. To continue, he first had to retrieve the sacred bones of creation guarded by Mictlantecuhtli, lord of the underworld. Gathering his staff, shield, cloak, and shell ornament for good luck, Feathered Serpent embarked on the dangerous quest to create humankind. Award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh brings to life the story of Feathered Serpent, one of the most important deities in ancient Mesoamerica. With his instantly recognizable, acclaimed art style and grand storytelling, Tonatiuh recounts a thrilling creation tale of epic proportions.
