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Ghost In The Crystal
About the Book: Ghost in the Crystal When thirteen-year-old Simon invites the South Wind to his door, he opens the door to a world of magic that is both exciting and frightening. When an angry ghost begins whispering in his ear, offering him power in exchange for service, Simon's friendships, love and even life are put at risk. As they travel back in time to ancient Alexandria, Egypt, Simon joins sharp - tongued Goldberry, roommate Robbie, mysterious, lovely Leah and menacing Mermelstein to overcome the challenge of...The Ghost In The Crystal. The Ghost In The Crystal is the first book in the five-book series of School Of The Ages. About the Author: Matt Posner Matt Posner is a writer and teacher from New York City. He has a Masters degree in English from Florida State University. He is the poet and percussionist for The Exploration Project, New York City's premier avant-garde multimedia band. His interests include cultural studies, music history and performance, visual arts, films, religion, and professional wrestling
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Proficient Readers: Pirates!
Meet pirates who got away with murder... and pirates who died in the hangman's noose! Stunning DK photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories in Eyewitness Readers a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.
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Proficient Readers: Secrets Of The Mummies
Egyptian mummies Inca mummies mummies of today - discover their secrets if you dare! Stunning DK photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories in Eyewitness Readers a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.
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Proficient Readers: Volcanoes
Floods fires earthquakes volcanoes and hurricanes-read about the power of nature unleashed! Stunning DK photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories in Eyewitness Readers a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.
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Proficient Readers:Days Of The Knights
Presents a day in the life of a medieval lord as he runs the land over which he holds power.
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Russian Folktales
In a certain kingdom, in a certain land there lives a witch called Baba Yaga, a prince by the name of Ivan, a serpent with twelve heads that plunges the land into darkness, a wood sprite that talks to the moon, a feather that becomes a prince when it touches the ground, a princess who has magic at her fingertips, a terrifying sorcerer who cannot be killed. In this land riddles have to be solved, perilous worlds ventured into, heroic feats performed, disasters averted, before the princes, princesses or even ordinary folk, can find true love and live happily ever after.This book leads you into that land by bringing to you some of its best-loved tales the Russian folktales. Sometimes dark, often funny, heart-warming and full of adventure, they will entertain young and old alike.
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A Handful Of Horrid Henry
Horrid Henry creates havoc wherever he goes. To his well-meaning parents and to every adult whose path he crosses, he is the ultimate nightmare child. His naughtiness is of the kind all children secretly admire and few dare to aspire to. He doesn't always mean to be bad, but the best- laid plans have a habit of going wrong...
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Chainsawman - Vol 8
Denji was a small-time devil hunter just trying to survive in a harsh world. After being killed on a job, he is revived by his pet devil Pochita and becomes something new and dangerous—Chainsaw Man! As Quanxi and the members of the Special Division battle it out over Denji, the mysterious Santa Claus makes his move. But things are not as they appear, and nobody will be prepared for the darkness and despair about to be unleashed!
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Chainsawman - Vol 6
Broke young man + chainsaw dog demon = Chainsaw Man!Denji was a small-time devil hunter just trying to survive in a harsh world. After being killed on a job, he is revived by his pet devil Pochita and becomes something new and dangerous—Chainsaw Man! A new girl named Reze has shown up and swept innocent Denji right off his feet. But is Reze exactly what she seems? (Spoiler: Nope!) Is Denji about to find happiness once and for all? (Spoiler: Nope!) Prepare for the storm of all storms when Chainsaw Man looks for true love!
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Chainsawman - Vol 5
Denji was a small-time devil hunter just trying to survive in a harsh world. After being killed on a job, he is revived by his pet devil Pochita and becomes something new and dangerous—Chainsaw Man! It’s Chainsaw vs. Sword as the bloody battle for Denji’s heart heats up. Denji is going to have to pull out all the stops against this crafty opponent. And when the dust settles, how will Special Division 4 move on from their losses?
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Chainsawman - Vol 4
Denji was a small-time devil hunter just trying to survive in a harsh world. After being killed on a job, he is revived by his pet devil Pochita and becomes something new and dangerous—Chainsaw Man! Devil Extermination Special Division 4 is in serious trouble as a devil has sent a whole team of assassins to take Denji’s heart. In order to survive the onslaught, Denji, Power and Aki will have to get stronger. But is Denji smart enough to learn how to control his devil powers? Can you can teach an old chainsaw-dog-devil new tricks?
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Chainsawman - Vol 3
Broke young man + chainsaw dog demon = Chainsaw Man!Denji was a small-time devil hunter just trying to survive a harsh world. After being killed on a job, Denji is revived by his pet devil-dog Pochita and becomes something new and dangerous—Chainsaw Man!A mysterious devil is demanding Denji’s heart! But will the devil hunters from Division 4 agree to this deal to save themselves? Or will Denji have to do what Denji does best—turn into a chainsaw and carve up everything that gets in his way?!
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Chainsawman - Vol 2
Broke young man + chainsaw dog demon = Chainsaw Man!Denji’s a poor young man who’ll do anything for money, even hunting down Devils with his pet devil-dog Pochita. But his life gets turned upside down when he’s betrayed by someone he trusts. Now with the power of a Devil inside him, Denji’s become a whole new man—Chainsaw Man!In order to achieve the greatest goal in human history—to touch a boob—Denji will risk everything in a fight against the dangerous Bat Devil. But will getting what he wants actually make him happy…?