Patricia Martin Books

The first graphic novel adaptation of Dune, the groundbreaking science-fiction classic by Frank Herbert--now in a deluxe collector's edition Dune, Frank Herbert's epic science-fiction masterpiece set in the far future amidst a sprawling feudal interstellar society, tells the story of Paul Atreides as he and his family accept control of the desert planet Arrakis. A stunning blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism, and politics, Dune is a powerful, fantastical tale that takes an unprecedented look into our universe, and is transformed by the graphic novel format. Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson's adaptation retains the integrity of the original novel, and Raúl Allén and Patricia Martín's magnificent illustrations, along with cover art by Bill Sienkiewicz, bring the book to life for a new generation of readers. A national bestseller, Dune: The Graphic Novel, is now available in a deluxe collector's edition with an increased trim size of 7 1/2" x 11 1/4", printed on high-quality matte art paper in a faux-cloth slipcase with gold foil stamping tip-on cover.

REN GEN The good news: America is on the brink of a new renaissance. The bad news: Many companies, the media, and even the general population still see America as an intellectual and cultural wasteland defined by reality television and fast food. In this groundbreaking book, cultural specialist Patricia Martin challenges that presumption and argues that we are on the precipice of a major cultural renaissance. Who we are and what we care about is shifting-and a new set of imperatives, products, behaviors, and ambitions is emerging. RenGen looks at the factors giving rise to this huge economic, social, and cultural shift, including: A growing desire to express new ideas and concepts aesthetically The renewed interest in learning fueled by the Internet A longing to find a new order amongst endless complexity Rising interest in enlightenment, evangelism, and reinventing oneself Increased concern about political, social, and environmental issues.

"Nur noch eine kleine Gutenachtgeschichte, Papa!" zeigt liebevoll den Abendablauf eines Kindes, von Ritualen wie dem Schaumbad bis zur Vorlesegeschichte. Die bezaubernden, textfreien Illustrationen laden dazu ein, eine persönliche Gutenachtgeschichte zu kreieren und unterstützen die Gewöhnung an eine geregelte Schlafenszeit.

Wenn Mama auf einmal einen kugelrunden Bauch kriegt, tauchen im Kopf eines Kindes viele Fragen auf. Wie kommt das kleine Baby da rein? Wird es ein Bruder oder eine Schwester? Die anschaulichen und humorvollen Bilder der Bestsellerautorin Rocio Bonilla ermöglichen es Eltern, mit eigenen Worten vom nahenden Geschwisterchen zu erzählen. Format: 160 x 160 mm · 20 Seiten · durchgehend farbig illustriert Ab 1 Jahr