This author crafts whimsical and imaginative tales, often drawing inspiration from the boundless world of childhood fantasy. Her narrative style is playful and accessible, making her a beloved voice for young readers. Through her work, she celebrates the power of imagination and the joy found in everyday moments.
Poor Mummy has to go away for three whole days. I need a suitcase . . . Ruby Roo and Barney Boo set out to pack their mum the perfect suitcase in the latest picture book sensation from Pip Jones - the funniest voice in young fiction today - and rising star illustrator, Laura Hughes.
" Ava and Squishy charm. Readers will wish that they had a kitty to blame their misdeeds on when they've acted...naughty."--Kirkus Reviews Ava and Squishy are back and this time their adorable chaos hits Christmas preparations for Mom, Dad, baby Roo, the local Christmas party and much, much more. In her letter to Santa, Ava only has one wish. Will she get what her heart desires on Christmas day? Rising star Pip Jones continues to give her quirky twist to everyday experiences in this warm and humorous series. The jaunty rhyming text is perfect for reading aloud, and Ella Okstad's gorgeous, distinctive illustrations will help more confident readers learn to read by themselves for the first time.
Oh yippee! Young Ava is very excited To see Nana Dot (who's rather short-sighted). Nan's fun! And she's funny! And if that's not enough, Can Ava's Mad Nana SEE Squishy McFluff? Ava and Squishy are up to their normal no-good when Dad whisks them off to Nana Dot's - Mum's got to go to the hospital to bring back Ava a baby sister! But Mad Nana Dot's lost her glasses so can't SEE Squishy McFluff . . . and a trip to the hairdresser's, the post office, the fishmonger all end in adorable disaster. Told in full colour throughout, this is the perfect stepping stone from picture books to older fiction.
Oh nein! Mia soll mit ihrer Mutter einkaufen gehen. Wie langweilig … Oder vielleicht doch nicht? Mia nimmt ihre unsichtbare Katze Tiffi von Flausch mit - heimlich! Und endlich ist auch im Supermarkt mal was los. Denn welche unsichtbare Katze mag schon Brokkoli und Bohnen? Dass Mias Mutter so was kauft, kommt einfach nicht infrage. Her mit Eis, Keksen und Brausepulver!
Mia ist begeistert! Beim Spielen im Garten ist ihr eine Katze zugelaufen. Tiffi von Flausch, eine unsichtbare Katze. Mia will sie unbedingt behalten. Dagegen kann ihre Mutter ja wohl nichts haben, oder? Unsichtbares Futter und unsichtbare Milch - mehr braucht Tiffi nicht. Doch auch ein unsichtbares Haustier kann allerhand anstellen. Gemeinsam kommen Mia und Tiffi die verrücktesten Ideen.
Squishy is a cuddly, loyal, very naughty - and invisible! - pet cat. He and his owner Ava make an adorable pair .The first in an irresistible series for young readers in hilarious rhyming text with winning illustrations.
Milenky a levobočci Jindřicha VIII. Historička Philipa Jonesová nás zavádí hluboko do spleti tajemství a přetvářky tudorovského dvora. Poprvé předkládá kompletní příběh milostných afér Jindřicha VIII. s názvem Tudorovci. Osud šesti žen Jindřicha VIII. zná každý: rozvedená, sťatá, zemřelá, rozvedená, sťatá, přežilá. Avšak za tímto slavným příběhem se skrývá pravda daleko složitější. Výjimečné, zamlčované příběhy dalších žen, které Jindřich miloval, ale nikdy si je nevzal; milenek, které se staly královnami - a jeho četných nemanželských dětí, uznaných i neuznaných. Jindřich VIII. je často zobrazován jako sukničkář, ale Tudorovci odhalují novou stránku královy povahy. Jindřich celý život hledal ideální ženu. Byl romantikem, velmi rád zamilovaným, ale žádná z jeho milenek jej nikdy plně neuspokojovala; všechny byly nakonec vystřídány. (milenky a levobočci Jindřicha VIII.
This new edition of a leading sociology textbook enhances its predecessor's strengths in thematic coherence, clarity, and analytical depth. It comprehensively covers key introductory topics while engaging with contemporary debates surrounding modernity, globalization, and social identity. Notable updates include a new chapter on the media, expanded discussions on social divisions encompassing disability, youth, and old age alongside class, gender, and race, and a more concise treatment of social theory featuring contemporary theorists like Habermas, Giddens, and Beck. The text maintains a strong blend of theoretical, empirical, and illustrative material, reinforcing its critical and applied approach. Designed for both students and instructors, the book offers extensive pedagogical support, including an Instructor's Resource Pack with PowerPoint slides available online or in hardcopy upon request. It features a detailed glossary that serves as a mini-dictionary of sociology, chapter-specific reading lists for further guidance, and thought-provoking questions for essays and discussions. Additionally, the text is enriched with various visual aids such as pictures, figures, graphs, and tables, making it an invaluable resource for understanding the complexities of sociology.
