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Dive into the world of Christopher Quarles, a philosophy professor with a knack for detective work. Alongside his intelligent granddaughter Zena, Quarles aids Police Detective Murray Wigan in unraveling baffling crimes and mysteries that plague Victorian England. Unlike conventional methods, Quarless approach is unique - he concocts a theory, often whimsical and loosely based on intuition, then scours for facts to substantiate it. And surprisingly, his theories prove to be uncannily accurate! Christopher Quarles College Professor and Master Detective, penned by Percy James Brebner, first hit ...

A coming-of-age book set in New England and Labrador, Newfoundland during the early 20th century. Discover the captivating journey of one young man as he navigates the treacherous path from adolescence to adulthood in "Cold Fortune."In the early 20th century, Cabot Grant, a young man born into privilege in New England, finds himself at a pivotal crossroads. Despite graduating from a prestigious Technical Institute, Cabot wrestles with feelings of unfulfilled potential and societal expectations. Unlike his peers who secure distinguished positions, Cabot's path remains uncertain. Enter a ...

A historical nautical adventure set in the South Atlantic and various other locations during the 19th century.Shipwreck Gold embarks on an unforgettable voyage that begins in January 1862, leading readers through a captivating saga of mutiny, survival, and resourcefulness on the high seas. Set against the backdrop of the 1860s, this enthralling narrative captures the essence of maritime trials and human resilience. Experience an Epic Adventure Aboard the ZenobiaOur journey begins aboard the Zenobia, a renowned clipper barque celebrated for its unparalleled speed and elegant design, despite ...

Firefighters have very important jobs; they risk their lives to help us stay safe. With engaging text, young listeners can fight fires right alongside these heroic community helpers.

December - the 12th and closing month in the Gregorian calendar. Winter is upon the land, and the poets, including such as Keats, Shelley, Tennyson, Shakespeare, and Stevenson, share their views and thoughts.

The perfect gift for the one you love. Poetry, prose, and readings that speak of love set, against beautiful music. Authors include William Shakespeare, Lord Byron, Christina Rossetti, Elizabeth Barrett-Browning, Percy Shelley, Kahlil Gibran, and more.

What is the American Dream? Depending upon which period a person is referring to, the American Dream can shift somewhat with the changing tides of history. During the Colonial Period of the country, the United States was a bustling set of colonies, promising a second chance to all people who dared travel to her shores. The men and women who founded the United States wanted freedom from their past lives and saw the 13 colonies as their way to start over.

The Weimar Republic has become a byword for a failed, tragic, political experiment. The official period of its existence, 1919-1933, marked the inter-war years in Germany and their related uncertainty, chaos, and the state’s ultimate collapse. Historians have found the roots of Nazism embedded in the Weimar years and that, in the final analysis, Weimar politicians voluntarily handed over power to the man who wrought destruction on an epic scale, Adolf Hitler.

Percy Bysshe Shelley was born at Field Place near Horsham, Sussex, England, on August 4th, 1792, and was drowned in the sea off Leghorn on July 8th, 1822, within a month of completing his 30th year. Here, Margaretta Scott reads a selection of his finest work.

With winter comes snow, and with snow comes the cold. But that doesn't mean that snowy days can't be fun! Exploring concepts such as wildlife and temperature, this title provides a gentle introduction to STEM.

Helicopters are small and have blades instead of wings. Their size can make them very useful for all sorts of jobs.

Dans le monde post-apocalyptique de MARVEL’S WASTELANDERS: STAR-LORD, nous retrouvons Peter Quill (Antoine de Caunes) et Rocket (José Garcia) un peu plus bedonnants, un peu moins vigoureux et beaucoup plus revêches qu’à la glorieuse époque des Gardiens de la Galaxie. Lorsqu’ils s’écrasent sur la Terre 30 ans après la prise de pouvoir de tous les Super-Vilains, ils constatent rapidement que le monde n’est plus ce qu’il était.

Big rigs can have eighteen wheels, sometimes more! With all the goods they carry around, they have to be big.

Our senses help us observe and understand our world. This curricular topic is explored though an integrated approach to learning with embedded SEL questions and family/educator engagement tips at the beginning and end of each book.

Franz Kafka es sin duda el autor más admirado, citado e interpretado de los últimos cien años. Su insuperable escritura, siempre a caballo entre el humor y el desasosiego, es un caldo de cultivo permanente para las más diversas disciplinas. Con lucidez y maestría posó su mirada en los problemas del hombre moderno y reflexionó de manera inteligente y mordaz sobre las múltiples pesadumbres de nuestro día a día.

Formula One race cars are built to be fast and small, zooming around the track at high speeds.

A historical adventure book set in the coastal areas of Cornwall, the West Indies, and the Atlantic Ocean in the early 19th century.Swept Away is a historical adventure novel set primarily along the coast of Cornwall, England, extending to locations such as the West Indies and the vast Atlantic Ocean. The narrative begins with a picturesque autumn afternoon by the Cornish coast, where families and friends enjoy a lively picnic. Amidst the revelry, young midshipman Harry Merryweather makes a dramatic entrance, climbing down a steep cliff and entertaining his friends with tales of naval ...

A drama book set in New York City and various locations including the open seas during the early 20th century.Rich Vs Poor delves into the stark contrasts and intertwined fates of individuals from vastly different socioeconomic backgrounds in the early 20th century. Set against the bustling backdrop of New York City and aboard a luxurious ocean liner traversing the open seas, this compelling narrative is an eye-opening exploration of human resilience, the brutality of labor, and the complexity of social hierarchies.In the stifling, dangerous stokeholds of an ocean liner, we meet John ...

Finally an approach to simplify your life, expenses, and live a more fulfilling life! If you want to control your finances, get out of debt, declutter your house, have less stress, and do it all using strategies like a minimalist, then this book is for you.

Sin lugar a dudas, la figura de Albert Einstein ha trascendido el ámbito de la ciencia para convertirse en un icono de la cultura moderna, comparable a las estrellas del pop o a los grandes actores de Hollywood. Y no solo por su peculiar peinado, ni por haber ganado un Premio Nobel, ni siquiera por ser el padre de la teoría de la relatividad.