William Kotzwinkle is celebrated for his distinctive literary voice and profound explorations of the human condition. His narratives delve into the intricate connections between characters and their worlds, often revealing hidden truths. Kotzwinkle's masterful storytelling evokes powerful emotions and thought-provoking insights, captivating readers across diverse cultures. His work stands as a testament to the art of the novel and the enduring power of imagination.
Featuring an all-insect cast, this collection presents four engaging detective stories inspired by Sherlock Holmes, tailored for young readers. The narratives blend humor and intrigue, creating a fantastically entertaining homage to the classic detective genre. With clever plots and charming characters, these tales are sure to captivate and inspire budding young sleuths.
Set in Victorian Bugland, Inspector Mantis and his colleague Doctor Hopper tackle a series of intriguing mysteries, including "The Case of the Missing Butterfly" and "The Case of the Caterpillar's Head." As they navigate the whimsical challenges of their insect world, the duo employs clever deduction to unravel each perplexing case, showcasing their unique skills and the vibrant setting of their adventures.
& quot;Pure magic. The mystery turns on the convoluted history of an old master toy maker will makes his toys with such skill that they have lives of their own. It would be advisable to sit down while reading what the toys finally do. & quot; --Playboy At the fashionable salon of Ric Lazare you can have your fortune told by an amazing machine of unerring accuracy. But the Paris police think Lazare is a con man and send Inspector Picard to investigate. Inspector Picard prefers lemon tarts and prostitutes to high society; and he is unprepared for the string of murders that pulls him across the continent until he is tangled in the killer's last seductive knot. A landmark in the history of detective fiction, mystery is taken to the level of enchantment in this lyrical thriller set in the glitter of nineteenth century Paris. & quot;Alternately dark and glittering ... a first rate vaudeville turn, a comedic mask lightly stretched over enigmatic questions ... a witty sendup of the detective story, an intriguing meditation on illusion and the conjurer's art, an antic fantasy done with a richness of invention that doffs a hat to Dickens ... Inspector Picard's quest takes him across a vividly imagined Europe, a continent of the mind, peopled with wonderfully baroque characters. The illusion, in all its myriad forms abounds. Everywhere there are magical happenings ... and everywhere, there is the magic wrought by Kotzwinkle himself. & quot; --Chicago Tribune
Millons of people know and love the story of E.T. the little visitor from the stars. Earth is interesting for E.T. but he wants to go home. Can his new Earth friend, Elliott, help him? This is the famous story of one of the world's favorite movies. Niveau A2 Ab Klasse 7 Mit integrierten Übungen und Tests im Buch CD ROM mit dem kompletten Audio-Material Zusätzliches Übungsmaterial für den Lehrer zum Download über www.langenscheidt.de/pearson
Contempory / American English A little visitor from the stars who finds Earth fascinating but misses his family, he wants to 'go home'. Can his friend Elliot him him? The story of one of this world's favoutite movies.
E.T. has returned to his home, the Green Planet. He is in disgrace and misses his friend from Earth, Elliot. E.T. decides he must try to return to Earth.
This novella tells the story of Johnny and Diane Laski, a sculptor and his wife, and their attempt to bring a new life into the world, during a cold Maine winter, deep in the country.