Jon Davis Books

Bunny Needs a Friend (RSPCA) [Paperback] Hucklesby, Jill

"The terror continues! More classic horror tales are contained in this second volume of Tales from the Crypt, sure to keep you up at night. Written and illustrated by the all-star lineup of Al Feldstein, Wally Wood, Jack Kamen, Johnny Craig, Joe Orlando, Graham Ingels, Jack Davis, Howard Larsen, and George Roussos, with a foreword by Joe Dante"-- Provided by publisher

A unique new account of New Labour in power-drawing on a mass of previously unpublished contributions from most of the main players in the Blair government, including Tony Blair himself.

The collection presents a poignant exploration of the immigrant experience through a blend of political and lyrical poetry. It challenges traditional narratives, offering a more honest and existential perspective on American identity. The poems reflect a disaffected tone, prompting readers to consider their choices and the human condition within a dystopian framework. The work invites introspection on the complexities of belonging and the search for authenticity in a world that often feels disconnected.

Broadly organized around the applications of Fourier analysis, "Methods of Applied Mathematics with a MATLAB Overview" covers both classical applications in partial differential equations and boundary value problems, as well as the concepts and methods associated to the Laplace, Fourier, and discrete transforms. Transform inversion problems are also examined, along with the necessary background in complex variables. A final chapter treats wavelets, short-time Fourier analysis, and geometrically-based transforms. The computer program MATLAB is emphasized throughout, and an introduction to MATLAB is provided in an appendix. Rich in examples, illustrations, and exercises of varying difficulty, this text can be used for a one- or two-semester course and is ideal for students in pure and applied mathematics, physics, and engineering.

Charming stories about animals, fairies, toys, pixies and children, these Enid Blyton classics are sure to become a favorite in everyone's home and library. Just the right length for reading at bedtime or quiet moment, each book contains two stories in an attractive and child-friendly padded hardcover volume. The stories are filled with magic and adventure to capture the imagination of young and old alike. When the Wizard doesn’t invite a gnome to his party, he receives a surprise in The Dumpy Wizard’s Party. The toys try to find out who is stealing candy out of the toy sweet-shop in The Goblin Who Stole Sweets.

Based on the classic story by Johanna Spyri. Heidi loves living in the mountains with her grandfather and her friend Peter, and is homesick when she moves to Frankfurt. Will she make it back to her beloved mountains? Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. Heidi is a Level 4 Read it yourself title, ideal for children who are ready to read longer stories with a wider vocabulary and are keen to read independently.

Evan and Hannah have found a robin in the snow. It's not moving, and they soon realize that the tiny robin is stuck! They call the RSPCA and an inspector arrives to help. It's snowing heavily and they need to act fast. Can the RSPCA perform a snowy robin rescue? An exciting, inspiring story based on a real-life animal rescue. With illustrations throughout and lots of facts about robins and the RSPCA.

The Lonely Pony (RSPCA) [Paperback] Sarah Hawkins