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Alan Marks

    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.

    The Secret Garden
    The story of Heidi
    Spirit of the Forest
    The Secret Garden
    Jane Eyre
    White Fang A2
    • The Snow Queen

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      This enchanting fairytale is delightfully retold in a beautiful board book.

      The Snow Queen2017
    • The Story of Black Beauty

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      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.

      The Story of Black Beauty2013
      4.1
    • 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).

      The kiss. Love stories from North America2013
      3.0
    • Usborne Picture Books: The Snow Queen

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      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.

      Usborne Picture Books: The Snow Queen2012
      3.6
    • 'Such a strange book! Imagine a novel with a little swarthy governess for heroine, and a middle-aged ruffian for hero.' Sharpe's London Magazine (June 1855) Jane Eyre is an orphan grown up under the harsh regime first of her aunt and then as a pupil at Lowood Institution. She leaves to become a governess to the daughter of the mysterious Mr Rochester; gradually their relationship deepens, but Jane's passionate nature has yet to endure its deepest blows. In this new edition Sally Shuttleworth explores the power of a narrative that questions the rights of women, the nature of servitude and madness, martyrdom and rebellion in a story whose emotional charge is a strong today as it was more than 150 years ago.

      Jane Eyre2012
      4.3
    • 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.

      Usborne Young Reading: Adventures of Robin Hood2011
      4.0
    • White Fang A2

      • 71 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Macmillan Readers are retold versions of popular classic and contemporary titles as well as specially written

      White Fang A22010
      4.4
    • 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 Christmas books2010
      4.2
    • Robin Hood

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      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 ...

      Robin Hood2008
      4.1
    • The story of Heidi

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      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.

      The story of Heidi2008
      4.2
    • The Secret Garden

      • 72 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Ten-year old Mary come to live in a lonely house on the Yorkshire moors and discovers an invalid cousin and the mysteries of a locked garden. This edition is retold in simple language.

      The Secret Garden2008
      4.2
    • The Secret Garden

      • 63 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      The enchanting classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Mary Lennox feels forlorn and lonely in her uncle's gloomy house on the moors. But behind an old ivy-covered wall is a garden, waiting to be discovered...

      The Secret Garden2007
      4.3
    • The railway children

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics. '...when the Green Dragon tore shrieking out of the mouth of its dark lair, which was the tunnel, all three children stood on the railing and waved their pocket-handkerchiefs without stopping to think whether they were clean handkerchiefs or the reverse.' When their father is mysteriously sent away, Roberta, Peter and Phyllis have to leave London with their mother to live in a cottage in the countryside. Finding comfort in the nearby railway station and friendship in Perks the Porter and the Station Master, the children watch every day for the passing London train. Every day they wave at the same old Gentleman on the train, not knowing that he may hold the key to their father's whereabouts.

      The railway children2007
      3.9
    • The Enchanted Castle

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      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 Enchanted Castle2007
      3.9
    • Moonfleet. A classic tale of smuggling

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Fifteen-year-old John Trenchard, lured by rumors of treasure, becomes involved with a smuggler who leads him into danger and adventure.

      Moonfleet. A classic tale of smuggling2007
      3.9
    • 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?

      Young Reading (Series 2): The Canterville Ghost2006
      3.4
    • The Little Mermaid

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities glossaries and a full audio recording of th text in both British English and American English.

      The Little Mermaid2006
      4.0
    • Stories of Knights

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      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.

      Stories of Knights2006
      3.4
    • A horse in nineteenth-century England recounts his experiences with both good and bad masters.

      Black Beauty2006
      4.0
    • Siege!

      • 66 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      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

      Siege!2005
    • Rickie und Henri

      • 28 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      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.

      Rickie und Henri2004
    • Spirit of the Forest

      Tree Tales from Around the World

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      A collection of tree tales from around the world. Suggested level: junior, primary

      Spirit of the Forest2002
      4.0
    • Ghost Stories

      • 95 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Controlled vocab. suitable for Adult Literacy and ESL Learners.

      Ghost Stories2000
      3.2
    • Mit Liebe

      Zehn herzerfrischende Geschichten über Schimpansen in der Wildnis

      • 44 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      Mit Liebe1998
    • Angst um Abby

      Eine Hundegeschichte aus Irland

      • 60 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      "A heartwarming and charming book about the love and friendship between a little girl and her dog".--"American Bookseller". Full color.

      Angst um Abby1996
      4.7
    • David Copperfield

      Dans la version que Charles Dickens en a faite en lecture publique

      • 55 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      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.

      David Copperfield1995
    • David Copperfield

      • 104 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      [Longman Structural Readers Stage 3] David Copperfield's happy life suddenly changes when his mother marries again. Her new husband, Mr Murdstone, does not like David at all. He is cruel to him and then sends him away to school. Here David makes friends, but he is unhappy. When David is ten, his mother dies and Mr Murdstone sends him to work in London. David hates his job so he decides to run away to his father's aunt. He starts his journey with no money for the coach or for food. But his life of adventure, love and friendship has begun.

      David Copperfield1995
      3.9
    • The Jungle Book

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      HarperCollins is proud to present its news range of best-loved, essential classics. 'There is no harm in a man's cub.' Best known for the 'Mowgli' stories, Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book expertly interweaves myth, morals, adventure and powerful story-telling. Set in Central India, Mowgli is raised by a pack of wolves. Along the way he…

      The Jungle Book1993
      4.0
    • Ring-A-Ring O'Roses and a Ding

      a book of nursery rhymes

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      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.

      Ring-A-Ring O'Roses and a Ding1991
      3.5
    • A rewritten title from the previous "Read it Yourself" series with the original concept of the child reading a familiar story and the link with Key Words retained. It is part of Ladybird's overall "Learning to Read" programme which can be used alongside any other reading scheme.

      The Ugly Duckling1990
      4.2