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Oz behind the Iron Curtain: Aleksandr Volkov and His Magic Land Series (Children's Literature Association Series)
by Erika HaberRecipient of the 2018 Outstanding Faculty Research Achievement Award in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at Syracuse UniversityIn 1939, Aleksandr Volkov (1891-1977) published Wizard of the Emerald City, a revised version of L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Only a line on the copyright page explained the book as a "reworking" of the American story. Readers credited Volkov as author rather than translator. Volkov, an unknown and inexperienced author before World War II, tried to break into the politically charged field of Soviet children's literature with an American fairy tale. During the height of Stalin's purges, Volkov adapted and published this fairy tale in the Soviet Union despite enormous, sometimes deadly, obstacles.Marketed as Volkov's original work, Wizard of the Emerald City spawned a series that was translated into more than a dozen languages and became a staple of Soviet popular culture, not unlike Baum's fourteen-volume Oz series in the United States. Volkov's books inspired a television series, plays, films, musicals, animated cartoons, and a museum. Today, children's authors and fans continue to add volumes to the Magic Land series. Several generations of Soviet Russian and Eastern European children grew up with Volkov's writings, yet know little about the author and even less about his American source, L. Frank Baum. Most Americans have never heard of Volkov and know nothing of his impact in the Soviet Union, and those who do know of him regard his efforts as plagiarism.Erika Haber demonstrates how the works of both Baum and Volkov evolved from being popular children's literature and became compelling and enduring cultural icons in both the US and USSR/Russia, despite being dismissed and ignored by critics, scholars, and librarians for many years.
Ozland (Everland #3)
by Wendy SpinaleForget the story of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz you know. Because in Ozland, the only way home is to kill the wicked queen.With Everland and Umberland both annihilated, the survivors have taken refuge in a small village tucked within the shadows of the Bloodred Queen's castle. Doc has found an actual cure for the Horologia virus, while Gwen, Pete, and Alyssa begin plotting the assassination of the queen with the help of Gail, an excellent huntress. But killing the queen won't be enough. The world has been destroyed and its needs a ruler to set things right again. A ruler who is good, kind, and fair. Someone like the former king of Germany. But he's dead . . . or is he? There's a rumor that the king has been hidden away in a secret land, where only the worthiest can find him. Desperate to end the war, a plan is hatched that could put everything right again. Yet before it's set in motion, the village is burned to the ground, all survivors taken prisoner to the castle. Except Gail.But is one girl enough to find a long-dead king, kill the wicked queen, and save the world?
P.S. Ainda Te Amo
by Jenny HanDa autora bestseller internacional chega-nos uma história delicada e encantadora, que nos mostra que o amor não é fácil, mas que é por isso mesmo que é tão fascinante apaixonarmo-nos. Um fenómeno de vendas mundial, finalista do Goodreads Choice Awards na categoria de Melhor Romance Young Adult,agora uma série de sucesso na Netflix. Lara Jean sempre teve uma vida amorosa muito atribulada, pelo menos na sua imaginação. Ela jamais imaginou que as cartas que escreveu a despedir-se dos rapazes por quem se apaixonou, mas a quem nunca teve coragem de confessar o seu amor, chegassem às mãos dos seus destinatários. E por causa disso meteu-se numa grande confusão. Para escapar à vergonha, começou um namoro a fingir com o Peter Kavinsky. Lara nunca esperou apaixonar-se a sério pelo Peter. E por isso está mais confusa do que nunca. Agora, ela terá de aprender a estar num relacionamento que, pela primeira vez, não é a fingir. Porém, quando um outro rapaz do seu passado reaparece na sua vida, Lara percebe que também nutre por ele sentimentos mais profundos. Será possível uma rapariga estar apaixonada por dois rapazes ao mesmo tempo? «Uma história envolvente sobre amadurecimento e o primeiro amor.» Kirkus Reviews
P.S. I Like You
by Kasie WestWhat if the person you were falling for was a total mystery?Signed, sealed, delivered... While spacing out in Chemistry class, Lily scribbles some of her favorite song lyrics onto her desk. The next day, she finds that someone has continued the lyrics on the desk, and added a message to her. Intrigue! Soon, Lily and her anonymous pen pal are exchanging full-on letters -- sharing secrets, recommending bands, and opening up to each other. Lily realizes she's kind of falling for this letter writer. Only who is he? As Lily attempts to unravel the mystery, and juggle school, friends, crushes, and her crazy family, she discovers that matters of the heart can't always be spelled out... Kasie West brings irresistible wit, warmth, and sparkle to this swoon-worthy story of love showing up when you least expect it.
P.S. I Still Love You (To All the Boys I've Loved Before #2)
by Jenny HanNow a Netflix original movie starring Lana Condor and Noah Centineo and the inspiration behind the Netflix spin-off series XO, Kitty, now streaming! In this highly anticipated sequel to the &“lovely, lighthearted&” (School Library Journal) New York Times bestselling To All The Boys I&’ve Loved Before, Lara Jean still has letters to write and even more to lose when it comes to love.Lara Jean didn&’t expect to really fall for Peter. She and Peter were just pretending. Except suddenly they weren&’t. Now Lara Jean is more confused than ever. When another boy from her past returns to her life, Lara Jean&’s feelings for him return too. Can a girl be in love with two boys at once? In this charming and heartfelt sequel to the New York Times bestseller To All the Boys I&’ve Loved Before, we see first love through the eyes of the unforgettable Lara Jean. Love is never easy, but maybe that&’s part of what makes it so amazing.
The Pack
by Kate OrmandShifters are unknown to the human world, with the exception of a secret organization—the EOS, referred to as “hunters.” Hunters capture and kill. Some shifters are taken to labs for testing—a place they will never leave—others are deemed useless, a danger to society, and are killed. Shifters travel in packs, constantly moving, and keep themselves hidden to avoid discovery.Horse shifter Flo now travels in a wild pack with what remains of the shape-shifter circus she once performed in. She, bear shifter Jett, and the others seek a new home—somewhere they can feel safe and protected—and a fresh start. As they grow closer to this goal, someone who betrayed them in the past returns to ruin their best hope of finding a secure future.With no memory of life before the circus, Flo, an orphan like the others, is unsure how to live in this new world. But then she’s presented with news: one of her relatives is alive. The discovery comes at a cost, but Flo and her friends will do anything to rescue family, even if it means facing the hunters again.
Pack con Vampire Academy (Vampire Academy 1) + Sangre azul (Vampire Academy 2)
by Richelle MeadAMOR, LEALTAD, SANGRE, AMORES PROHIBIDOS...¡Aquí tienes, juntos en una sola descarga, los DOS PRIMEROS libros de VAMPIRE ACADEMY, la mejor, más original y más sexy serie de vampiros después de la Saga Crepúsculo! Este pack contiene los siguientes títulos: - Vampire Academy 1 - Vampire Academy 2. Sangre azul Vampire Academy 1 Los dhampir no pueden enamorarse. Son exclusivamente guardianes y están obligados a protegerse continuamente de las mortales amenazas de los strigoi (los vampiros más violentos y peligrosos, los únicos que nunca mueren). Esto es un problema para Rose cuando descubre que su tutor en la Academia de vampiros va a ser Dimitri, por quien se siente más que atraída. El único rival a su medida es también el único que puede ayudarla a salvar a su mejor amiga. Vampire Academy 2. Sangre Azul< Rose Hathaway tiene un serio problema. Su guapísimo tutor Dimitri se está fijando en otra, su amigo Mason está colado por ella y el vínculo telepático que tiene con su mejor amiga... la vuelve loca cuando ésta se enrolla con su novio. Entonces un gran ataque strigoi pone a la Academia en alerta y deciden poner a salvo a los alumnos en la elegante estación de Idaho. Pero la impresión de seguridad es falsa. Esta vez, Rose -y su corazón- correrá un peligro mayor de lo que imaginaba.
Padre rico, padre pobre para jóvenes: Del autor de Padre Rico Padre Pobre, el bestseller #1 de finanzas personales
by Robert T. Kiyosaki¡Los secretos para ganar dinero que no te enseña la escuela! El autor de Padre rico, Padre pobre, Robert T. Kiyosaki te pondrá en el camino directo al éxito financiero con esta nueva edición revisada y actualizada. Con un estilo claro y ameno, esta obra, de la serie escrita por Robert T. Kiyosaki, te mostrará cómo lograr que el dinero trabaje para ti. Su contenido no sólo refiere a la sorprendente historia de su autor, sino además, te enseñará cuestiones que impactarán tu vida y aprenderás a tomar el tipo de decisiones que te harán rico, aun en la juventud. -Conocerás los términos y conceptos propios del medio financiero. -Descubrirás que para ser rico es necesario trabajar con la intención de aprender, no de ganar. -Comprenderás cómo funciona el dinero y cómo hacerlo crecer en tu beneficio. Estos consejos financieros funcionarán como una valiosa arma secreta para que obtengas la libertad y riqueza que deseas.
Pagan the Black
by Dorothy Potter BenedictSandy is determined that his colt will not be shot as his mother had been. With determination, patience, and respect, Sandy trains and befriends a horse that others are convinced will be a man-killer. When a crisis arises, Sandy and Pagan have the chance to save lives and be named heroes--but only if Pagan's isn't the vicious man-killer that others claim he is.
Page: Book 2 of the Protector of the Small Quartet (Protector of the Small #2)
by Tamora PierceKeladry of Mindalen, the first girl to train as a knight since Alanna, is officially a page now, but she's got three more years before she'll be a squire. And those three years are not going to be easy. Kel has to stand up against bullying boys, cruel older sisters, and, as always, the training master, Lord Wyldon!From the Hardcover edition.
Paintbox Summer
by Betty CavannaA Summer on Cape Cod! Summer... a girl's first love... romance! Kate Vale is looking forward to a dreary summer at home, when the chance comes to paint peasant furniture for Peter Hunt in his world- famous shop on Cape Cod. Kate sets off joyously, convinced this will show her parents her desire to go to art school is more than a teen-age whim. At Peasant Village, the Peter Hunt art colony, Kate makes friends with Misty and Rhoda, and lives in a wharf apartment that juts out over the bay. She falls head over heels in love with a handsome young Portuguese fisherman. But then there is Bill--just Bill, who is always there, and somehow becomes more and more a part of her life. Against a background of blue sky and sea, with white sails in the sun, a group of young people work and play, make friendships that will last a lifetime, and find the key to their careers under the guidance of the real Peter Hunt himself.
Painted Devils: The delightful sequel to Little Thieves (Little Thieves)
by Margaret OwenLet's get one thing straight - Vanja Schmidt wasn't trying to start a cult.A scrappy former maid and jewel thief must outwit gods, injustice, and her own past in this sequel to Little Thieves by Margaret Owen.After taking down a corrupt margrave, breaking a deadly curse, and finding romance with the vexingly scrupulous junior prefect Emeric Conrad, Vanja had one great mystery left: her long-lost birth family . . . and whether they would welcome a thief. But in her search for an honest trade, she hit trouble and invented a god, the Scarlet Maiden, to scam her way out. Now that lie is growing out of control - especially when Emeric arrives to investigate and the Scarlet Maiden manifests to claim him as a virgin sacrifice.For his final test to become a prefect, Emeric must determine whether Vanja is guilty of serious fraud or if the Scarlet Maiden - and her claim to him - is genuine. Meanwhile, Vanja is chasing an alternative sacrifice that could be their way out. The hunt leads her not only into the lairs of monsters and the paths of gods, but the ties of her past.And with what should be the simplest way to save Emeric hanging over their heads, he and Vanja must face a more dangerous question: Is there a future for a thief and a prefect, and at what price?(P) 2023 Macmillan Audio
Painted Devils (Little Thieves)
by Margaret OwenLet's get one thing straight—Vanja Schmidt wasn't trying to start a cult. <p><p> A scrappy former maid and jewel thief must outwit gods, injustice, and her own past in this sequel to Little Thieves by Margaret Owen. <p><p> After taking down a corrupt margrave, breaking a deadly curse, and finding romance with the vexingly scrupulous junior prefect Emeric Conrad, Vanja had one great mystery left: her long-lost birth family . . . and whether they would welcome a thief. But in her search for an honest trade, she hit trouble and invented a god, the Scarlet Maiden, to scam her way out. Now that lie is growing out of control - especially when Emeric arrives to investigate and the Scarlet Maiden manifests to claim him as a virgin sacrifice. <p><p> For his final test to become a prefect, Emeric must determine whether Vanja is guilty of serious fraud or if the Scarlet Maiden—and her claim to him—is genuine. Meanwhile, Vanja is chasing an alternative sacrifice that could be their way out. The hunt leads her not only into the lairs of monsters and the paths of gods, but the ties of her past. <p><p> And with what should be the simplest way to save Emeric hanging over their heads, he and Vanja must face a more dangerous question: Is there a future for a thief and a prefect, and at what price? <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Painted Devils (Little Thieves #2)
by Margaret OwenAn Instant New York Times Bestseller!An Instant Indies Bestseller!A scrappy former maid and jewel thief must outwit gods, injustice, and her own past in this sequel to the Indie Next Pick, Little Thieves by Margaret Owen.Let's get one thing straight - Vanja Schmidt wasn't trying to start a cult.After taking down a corrupt margrave, breaking a deadly curse, and finding romance with the vexingly scrupulous junior prefect Emeric Conrad, Vanja had one great mystery left: her long-lost birth family . . . and whether they would welcome a thief. But in her search for an honest trade, she hit trouble and invented a god, the Scarlet Maiden, to scam her way out. Now that lie is growing out of control—especially when Emeric arrives to investigate and the Scarlet Maiden manifests to claim him as a virgin sacrifice.For his final test to become a prefect, Emeric must determine if Vanja is guilty of serious fraud or if the Scarlet Maiden—and her claim to him—is genuine. Meanwhile, Vanja is chasing an alternative sacrifice that could be their way out. The hunt leads her not only into the lairs of monsters and the paths of gods, but also the ties of her past. And with what should be the simplest way to save Emeric hanging over their heads, he and Vanja must face a more dangerous question: Is there a future for a thief and a prefect, and at what price?From the indie bestselling author Margaret Owen comes the thrilling next installment in the Little Thieves trilogy with all new interior illustrations from the author.
Palabra de honor
by Ana María MachadoPalabra de honor es la historia de una saga familiar, narrada con el estilo inconfundible de una gran autora. El tío Adelino se marchó de la aldea a los muelles de Lisboa, y de allí al ancho mar. Tras su estela, el niño José decidió seguir el rumbo que le dictaba el corazón: cruzar el océano e intentar fortuna en Brasil. Con los años se convirtió en el viejo Almada, el patriarca, un hombre de palabra, la tesela de un mosaico inmenso que fue ensamblándose de generación en generación, al otro lado del Atlántico.
Palabra de ladrones
by Mary E. PearsonUna ladrona legenaria.Un rey ex proscrito.¿Qué les depara el destino? No te pierdas la segunda parte de Danza de Ladrones,una aventura a la que no te podrás resistir. Kazi y Jase han sobrevivido, ahora con más fuerza y más enamorados que nunca. Su nueva vida los espera: los Ballenger dejarán de ser unos proscritos, la Atalaya de Tor será un reino, y Kazi y Jase se enfrentarán a todos los desafíos juntos por fin. Pero un aviso inquietante les arruinará su viaje de vuelta, y pronto se verán capturados y envueltos en una red tejida con los engaños de sus mayores enemigos. Un lugar donde las traiciones son más complejas y letales de lo que hubieran creído posible, y donde las ambiciones atemporales amenazan con destruirlos.
Palabras para crecer: Enseñanzas y reflexiones para vivir en fe y felicidad
by Damián María Montes (@damianmariavoz)¡El regalo perfecto para todos aquellos niños y niñas que celebran la Primera Comunión! Un nuevo acercamiento a los valores religiosos de la mano del Padre Damián María Montes. Una revisión humanista de los valores religiosas que trasladamos a los más pequeños, en el momento en que les damos la bienvenida como miembros de nuestra sociedad. Atractivo y con un lenguaje próximo, el Padre Damián acerca a los jóvenes una visión moderna y social de la fe religiosa a través de un recorrido por 50 conceptos claves en la formación religiosa.
Palabras para sobrevivir: Un testimonio real sobre el Holocausto
by Renee Hartman Joshua M. GreeneUn libro perfecto para que los niños conozcan la historia del Holocausto: una memoria que habla sobre la importancia de la sororidad, el amor y el recuerdo del pasado. En aquel momento tenía diez años, y mi hermana, ocho. Era mi responsabilidad avisar a todos cuando venían los soldados, porque tanto mi hermana como mis padres eran sordos. Yo era los oídos de mi familia.Renee y Herta vivieron lo inimaginable juntas, como hermanas. Esta es su historia real. Como muchos judíos checoslovacos en los años 40, Renee y su familia estaban en peligro cuando el Holocausto llegó a su puerta. La única persona oyente de su familia, Renee, era la encargada de comunicarse con el mundo exterior. Hablando con lenguaje de signos y apoyándose entre ellas, Renee y Herta lucharon para sobrevivir la época más oscura de su vida.Este testimonio de una de las pocas supervivientes del Holocausto es una prueba del poder de la sororidad y el amor, y un recordatorio de lo importante que es no olvidar el pasado. Una historia real, impactante y conmovedora a partes iguales. Adaptado para niños y niñas a partir de 9 años.
Palace of Silver: A Nissera Novel (The Nissera Chronicles #3)
by Hannah WestTwo queens confront the ultimate choice as a rebellion emerges against a dangerous despot - and both sides want them dead. When the world of magic is under threat, is loyalty worth their lives? Wickedness awaits in this exhilarating installment in the acclaimed Nissera Chronicles.Return to Nissera, land of three kingdoms and home to spectacular magic. An uneasy peace reigns now that Valory has vanquished the Moth King and settled into her rightful place as queen of Calgoran. New leaders Glisette and Kadri hope to usher the neighboring kingdoms into an era of healing and prosperity. All should be well.But there's a fourth queen in charge: Ambrosine, banished overseas to Perispos. Driven by vanity, she vows to become the most powerful and beautiful ruler in the world, even if it means oppressing the mortal kingdom she is meant to protect. Meanwhile a dangerous uprising led by elicromancer-hating rebels gains momentum. Rot spreads through the Forest of the West Fringe. Valory goes missing. Facing enemies on all sides, Glisette and Kadri must reckon with the role of magic. How far will they go to defend their power - and can they build an uprising of their own?West intertwines homages to Snow White and Bluebeard with her imaginative magical setting for a breathtaking follow-up to Realm of Ruins. Stunning hardcover edition includes a two-page map and family tree.
Palace of Spies (Palace of Spies #1)
by Sarah ZettelIntroducing Peggy Fitzroy, royal snoop. &“A rollicking spy caper in corsets . . . will delight fans of historical fiction as well as mystery lovers.&”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A warning to all young ladies of delicate breeding who wish to embark upon lives of adventure: Don&’t. Sixteen-year-old Peggy is a well-bred orphan who is coerced into posing as a lady in waiting at the palace of King George I. Life is grand, until Peggy starts to suspect that the girl she&’s impersonating might have been murdered. Unless Peggy can discover the truth, she might be doomed to the same terrible fate. But in a court of shadows and intrigue, anyone could be a spy—perhaps even the handsome young artist with whom Peggy is falling in love . . . &“The perfect balance of history and mystery, this novel is fantastic . . . Sarah Zettel is an author to watch, and readers will be eagerly awaiting the next Palace of Spies installment.&”—VOYA &“Zettel has created a dynamic, immensely likable heroine in Peggy, and she folds in history, both cultural and political . . . A sequel is in the works, and it will be eagerly anticipated by fans of Libba Bray.&”—Booklist &“A solid opening volley in a promising series.&”—Publishers Weekly &“The protagonist, clever and witty, makes a compelling heroine.&”—School Library Journal &“This combination of willful heroine and royal backdrop will appeal to history buffs and readers who like their subterfuge accessorized by a few frills and ruffles.&”—Bulletin
Palace of Stone
by Shannon HaleMiri returns to Asland and calls upon all of her knowledge of rhetoric and other useful lessons learned at the Princess Academy when she and the other girls face strong opposition while working for a new, fair charter.
Paleontology: The Study of Prehistoric Life (True Books)
by Susan H. GrayWhether you're interested in weather, oceans, or even the prehistoric world, earth science covers it all. The fascinating facts and fun activities in these titles help the budding earth scientist in you explore the fields of geology, meteorology, ecology, and more.
Palestinian Memory and Identity in Modern Children’s Literature (Routledge Studies in Twentieth-Century Literature)
by Hanan MousaA timely and significant contribution to Palestinian children’s literature from 1967 to the present day, Palestinian Memory and Identity in Modern Children’s Literature examines a myriad of motifs and popular culture, and the evolution of national identity and consciousness among young Palestinians. Utilizing analytical and in-depth readings, this text presents a thorough examination of the representations and role of folk culture in Palestinian children’s literature from both thematic and stylistic-linguistic perspectives. The analysis covers a wide range of diverse works representing popular culture published after 1967, including diverse works by writers from Israel, the West Bank, Gaza, and the Palestinian diaspora. This volume will be of interest to academics and students exploring the vast contexts of Arabic children’s literature and Palestinian folk lore.
Palms to the Ground
by Amy StollsA thirteen-year-old boy does some hard traveling Calman Pulowitz is an only child whose parents have been sending him to a therapist since he was able to talk. Now a teenager, he has reduced his suffering to insomnia, fainting spells, an addiction to Pepto-Bismol, and a dependence on the Psychic Hotline. But things are going to change, as he's about to travel far away from his home in Boston to Walla Walla, Washington, to meet his pen pal. Out West, he'll encounter Simon, the nine-fingered banjo player; Eleanor, the rosescented bartender; Tank, the fix-it man with an odd speech impediment; and, most important, Rizzy, his bully of a pen pal who greets Calman with a big surprise: she's a girl. In this debut, readers will meet two brave, quirky, and utterly unforgettable characters who learn that growing up is a lot easier - and more fun - if you can count on a friend.
Pamela and the Blue Mare (with picture descriptions)
by Alice O'ConnellPamela is a young girl who had a terrifying experience with a horse. Gran, her grandpa, wants Pam to come to his horse ranch for the summer. Pam says, yes, as long as she doesn't have to go to the stables. Can Gran change her mind? Will Pam help with the newly born horse, Frosty, since her mother is sick? Will it help Pam get over her fear of horses? Images described.