Author : Jeanne Kalogridis
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 27,95 MB
Release : 2002-03-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0684869241
In the tradition of "The Mists of Avalon" and "The Name of the Rose, " an epic tale of romance, mystery, and danger set in the turbulent medieval period. "The Burning Times" sweeps readers into 14th-century France and into the life of Sybille, a young midwife well-schooled in the art of white magic.
Author : Fenn George Manville
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 17,96 MB
Release : 2023-11-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9360461644
"Sail Ho!" by means of George Manville Fenn is an exciting novel about a trip on the excessive seas within the 1800s. The story is about a young sailor named Dick Hargrave who's brave and loves to strive new things. As the main person, Dick has to cope with a number of problems, which include weather, pirates, and exploring new areas that haven't been explored before. The call "Sail Ho!" makes you suspect of ways exciting its miles to see faraway ships, putting the temper for the thrilling go to vacation at sea that follows. British author George Manville Fenn, who primarily writes children's books, suggests how suitable a storyteller he is with the aid of skillfully adding maritime knowledge and capturing the essence of life at sea during a positive term. The book now not handiest offers readers an incredible and tasty revel in of sailing, but it also talks about bravery, strength, and friendship. "Sail Ho!" is a conventional instance of journey writing. It has each plot twists that maintain you guessing and well-drawn characters. "Sail Ho!" is a charming and timeless work in the realm of seafaring recollections due to the fact Fenn can delivery readers into the arena of maritime adventure and the subject matters of the book will constantly be appealing.
Author : Nelson Mandela
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 47,78 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Folk tales of the world
ISBN : 0393052125
Mandela, the Nobel Laureate for Peace, has selected 32 African stories for this extraordinary new book, an anthology that presents Africa's oldest folk tales to the children of the world. Full color.
Author : George Manville Fenn
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 26,61 MB
Release : 2023-08-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
In 'Sail Ho! A Boy at Sea' by George Manville Fenn, readers are taken on a thrilling maritime adventure that highlights themes of bravery, determination, and the power of friendship. Fenn's vivid descriptions and engaging narrative style immerse the reader in the nautical world of a young boy named Dick Dale, who faces numerous challenges and obstacles while at sea. The book's adventurous plot and well-developed characters make it a captivating read for both young readers and adults alike, showcasing Fenn's talent for storytelling and ability to create a compelling atmosphere. Set against the backdrop of the vast ocean, 'Sail Ho!' draws readers into a world of danger and excitement, while also exploring important themes of loyalty and perseverance. Fenn's attention to detail and authentic portrayal of life at sea make this book a literary gem that is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers of all ages.
Author : Nelson Mandela
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 41,1 MB
Release : 2004-11-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780393326246
Favorite African Folktales is a landmark work that gathers many of Africa's most cherished folktales-stories from an oral heritage that predates Ovid and Aesop-in one extraordinary volume. Nelson Mandela has selected these thirty-two tales, many of them translated from their original tongues, with the specific hope that Africa's oldest stories, as well as a few new ones, will be perpetuated by future generations and appreciated by children and adults throughout the world. Book jacket.
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Page : 472 pages
File Size : 20,95 MB
Release : 1914
Category : Sanskrit literature
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Author : Ross Rozani
Publisher : Partridge Publishing Singapore
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 38,21 MB
Release : 2019-09-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1543754627
Being human, we are so pre-occupied with worldly task until we ignore the fact that we carry spirit within ourselves which is the Soul. It is said its nourishment is only Faith in God. At times, we struggle with our own faith as it doesn’t jive with current logic and reasoning. We neglected the presence of other spirits that is tirelessly working against our faith. With technology advancement, spiritual life becomes less relevant until towards the end of our physical life when we are no longer needed by the system. By then, it may be too late. It is said that our physical life span is so short compare to spiritual life span including the Afterlife. Yet, we are being tested if we remain believer or became non-believer. Test of Faith in God which is acquiescent to the Afterlife! The biggest test is yet to come once Dajjal or the Anti-Christ appear with the most powerful witchcraft human and Jinn ever seen that can easily misled us that he is God! Appearance of Dajjal was prophesized and conspired to mark that Doomsday is near. When will the Doomsday be? Let’s find out what was said and what was prophesized.
Author : John Galsworthy
Publisher : Wildside Press LLC
Page : 708 pages
File Size : 20,78 MB
Release : 2009-07-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1434405141
John Galsworthy (1867-1933) was an English novelist and playwright. Notable works include The Forsyte Saga (1906-1921) and its sequels, A Modern Comedy and End of the Chapter. He won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1932. This volume assembles 25 of his plays: The Silver Box Joy Strife The Eldest Son Justice The Little Dream The Pigeon The Fugitive The Mob A Bit o' Love The Foundations The Skin Game A Family Man Loyalties Windows The Forest Old English The Show Escape The First and the Last The Little Man Hall-Marked Defeat The Sun Punch and Go
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Page : 906 pages
File Size : 23,92 MB
Release : 1905
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Author : Burgiss Allison
Publisher :
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 25,63 MB
Release : 1815
Category : English language
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