British artist and illustrator Alan Marks, born in London in 1957, brings a rich artistic background to his work. Following his education in art and a brief period as an educator, he forged a distinguished career in magazine and book illustration. His distinctive style has graced the pages of books for numerous children's authors. Marks is recognized for his artistic contributions and his nuanced approach to visual storytelling.
In the desolate, frozen wilds of north-west Canada, a wolf-cub soon finds himself the sole survivor of the litter. Son of Kiche - half-wolf, half-dog - and the ageing wolf One Eye, he is thrust into a savage world where each day becomes a fight to stay alive
The Macmillan Readers series is one of the most popular simplified readers for learners of English. The information is controlled, with pictures explaining some of the difficult vocabulary. This brilliant book has 600 basic words for Beginner-level students and is a classic love story between Jane and her boss Mr Rochester.
- Level 2 (Usborne Young Reading)
A collection of tree tales from around the world. Suggested level: junior, primary
A popular new title in the Young Reading series with a hardback cover and an audio CD inserted into a wallet inside the back cover, making the book and CD easy to store together.
Ten-year-old Mary comes to live in a lonely house on the Yorkshire moors and discovers an invalid cousin and the mysteries of a locked garden.
Now back in print, here is the companion volume to Alan Marks's award-winning book Over the Hill and Far Away. "At once fresh and old-fashioned, this fine presentation is most enjoyable proof of the durable appeal of Mother Goose.--The Horn Book. Full color.
Each of these short stories was written specifically for Christmas. They combine concern for social ills with the myths and memories of childhood and traditional Christmas spirit-lore. The stories include "A Christmas Carol", "The Chimes", "The Battle of Life" and "The Cricket on the Hearth".
The outlaw Robin hood is determined to stop the evil Sheriff of Nottingham from bribing his way to becoming King. He sets out to steal the Sheriff's treasure - by winning an archery competition and becoming one the Sheriff's chief guard. But when his gang are all captured, will Robin be able to save them from the hangman's noose?This is a new title in "Young Reading Series Two", based on the tales of England's most famous outlaw and part of the Usborne Reading Programme. It is aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. The series is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is Principal Lecturer in education and an early reading specialist from Roehampton University.
This classic story by Anna Sewell is retold for young children in picture book form. Black Beauty is the moving story of a young horse's journey from the rolling hills of the English countryside to the dark, cobbled streets of London, and the cruelty and kindness he encounters along the way. This read-aloud text is accompanied by beautiful watercolour illustrations by Alan Marks.
When Much Millington's father is arrested by the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, Much seeks the help of the mysterious outlaw Robin Hood. Together they plan a daring raid on the Sheriff's castle ...
A thrillingly spooky tale based upon the story by Oscar Wilde for children growing in reading confidence and ability. The Canterville Ghost has been scaring away new residents in his castle for 500 years, but when the Otis family move in it becomes clear they are just as determined to make him leave. But who will succeed?
Retells three stories of King Arthur's knights, two highlighting Sir Gawain and his personality, and one telling of how Gawain's brother, Sir Gareth, was knighted.
The adventures of Mowgli, man-child, reared by the jungle wolf pack and educated by wild animals. Includes other Kipling stories such as "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi."
The little mermaid lives at the bottom of the sea, where the water is as clear as glass and the sand as fine as powder. But she longs to see the world above the waves This classic tale is beautifully retold, with lyrical text and enchanting illustrations by Alan Marks.
Fifteen-year-old John Trenchard, lured by rumors of treasure, becomes involved with a smuggler who leads him into danger and adventure.
Following Sterlings spectacularly successful launch of its childrens classic novels (240,000 books in print to date),comes a dazzling new Classic Starts . The stories are abridged; the quality is complete. Classic Starts treats the worlds beloved tales (and children) with the respect they deserve--all at an incomparable price.Black Beauty is the classic horse story, a beautiful and touching tale told by the title character himself. Set in Victorian London, it follows Beautys life and changing fortunes as he moves from owner to owner. As the horse encounters new experiences and new friends who reveal their own histories, the story quietly paints a fascinating portrait of how animals were treated during that era.
When their father is taken away, three children move to the country, where they stay busy saving the train from accidents, befriending a nice Old Gentleman, and trying not to quarrel--Résumé de l'éditeur.
Gerald, Cathy and Jimmy are out exploring when they discover an enchanted castle. Even better, they meet a princess who says she has a ring of invisibility. But how much is she making up - and how much is pure magic?
The enchanting fairytale retold through simple and engaging text with stunning original artwork. Gerda and Kay are best friends, until Kay suddenly changes. Then he is kidnapped by the wicked Snow Queen and everyone thinks he is lost forever. But Gerda is determined to rescue him.
After the Snow Queen abducts her friend Kai, Gerda sets out on a perilous and magical journey to find him.
Controlled vocab. suitable for Adult Literacy and ESL Learners.
What if your whole world was turned upside down in one day? One moment Ivan is daydreaming in class, the next hes fighting for survival. The German army have surrounded his home city of Leningrad. His fathers gone to fight and his mother is at the hospital looking after the sick. Theres only Ivan to look after his sister and his baby brother. As the Russian winter gets worse and the Nazis get even closer the city is cut off from the outside world. No electricity, no food, no hope? Will Ivan a
<b>“Chimpanzees, more like us than any other living animal, form a living link between two worlds, human and non-human beings. When David Greybeard reached out to touch my hand I needed no words to understand his message of reassurance: and I loved him.”</b> In this enchanting book, world-renowned scientist and conservationist Jane Goodall brings together stories gleaned from nearly 40 years of studying chimpanzees in the forests of Tanzania. As the stories recounted here demonstrate, chimpanzees are capable of great compassion, altruism, and love.
This enchanting fairytale is delightfully retold in a beautiful board book.
"A heartwarming and charming book about the love and friendship between a little girl and her dog".--"American Bookseller". Full color.
An ugly duckling spends an unhappy year ostracized by the other animals before growing into a beautiful swan.
David Copperfield is the story of a young man’s adventures on his journey from an unhappy and impoverished childhood to the discovery of his vocation as a successful novelist. Among the gloriously vivid cast of characters he encounters are his tyrannical stepfather, Mr Murdstone; his brilliant, but ultimately unworthy school-friend Steerforth; his formidable aunt, Betsey Trotwood; his nemesis, the eternally humble Uriah Heep; frivolous, enchanting Dora; and the magnificently impecunious Micawber, one of literature’s great comic creations. In David Copperfield – the novel he described as his ‘favourite child’ – Dickens drew revealingly on his own experiences to create one of his most exuberant and enduringly popular works, filled with tragedy and comedy in equal measure.
Keiner will mehr mit dem Teddy spielen und schliesslich wird er auch noch im Park vergessen. Aber das ist sein Glück ...
Dans la version que Charles Dickens en a faite en lecture publique
David Copperfield, souvent considéré comme le chef-d'œuvre de Charles Dickens (1812-1870), était en tout cas celui de ses quinze romans que préférait l'auteur : il y avait mis beaucoup de lui-même. Le texte intégral de ce roman foisonnant, aussi riche en humour qu'en émotion, en aventures qu'en vérité psychologique, occupe un millier de pages. Pour se faire une idée de sa qualité exceptionnelle, il est légitime de commencer par une version abrégée. Par bonheur il en existe une que Dickens avait lui-même établie en 1861, afin d'introduire David Copperfield dans le répertoire de ses lectures publiques d'extraits de ses œuvres : d'une part, l'enlèvement d'Emily par un ami de David et les conséquences tragiques de cet enlèvement ; d'autre part, l'amour et le mariage de David et Dora ; Dickens a puisé des éléments dans d'autres chapitres pour donner un aperçu plus représentatif de son vaste travail. Le travail ardu de condensation a été habilement mené. La lecture durait deux heures ; elle devint la favorite de Dickens qui la donna soixante et onze fois dans la dernière décennie de sa vie. C'est le texte de cette lecture, inédit en français sus cette forme que nous proposons aujourd'hui dans la traduction de Sylvère Monod, revue et mise au point pour la circonstance.
Das Schimpansenbaby Rickie verliert seine Mutter durch Wilderer und soll auf einem kongolesischen Markt verkauft werden. Glücklicherweise wird sie von einem Mann gerettet und in sein Haus aufgenommen. Dort freundet sich Rickie mit dem Hund Henri an. Der wird ihr Mutterersatz bis sie alt genug ist, um in einem Camp für verwaiste Schimpansen eigenständig weiterzuleben. Eine bewegende Geschichte von der weltbekannten Schimpansenforscherin Jane Goodall, wunderbar illustriert von Alan Marks. Ein minedition-Themenbuch für den Einsatz in Kindergarten und Schule.
Zehn herzerfrischende Geschichten über Schimpansen in der Wildnis
Příběhy lásky s rozdílem . . . Je tu polibek u ohně, který byl omylem, teta nenávidící muže u moře a střelec v Texasu, který hledá potyčku. Je tu bílá volavka letící nad lesem a posel běžící mezi dvěma lavičkami v parku. A samozřejmě, je tu dívka, která se setkává s chlapcem . . . Tyto příběhy lásky napsali američtí autoři Kate Chopin, Stephen Crane, Sarah Orne Jewett, O. Henry a kanadská autorka Lucy Maud Montgomery (autorka slavné Anny ze Zelených střech).
