Michael Harrison Knihy

A full-bodied retelling of a portion of the Norse legends known as the Volsung saga. The Ring cycle is one of the oldest tales of Northern Europe. Wagner used it for his famous operas. Here for the first time it is retold for children, with striking illustrations.A great fortune in gold is forcibly taken from the dwarf, Andvari, who places a curse on one gold ring. Passing from hand to greedy hand, the fortune turns its owners into murderers and loathsome creatures, the ring bringing evil to their hearts. Brave Sigurd, descended from a long line of heroes, slays the dragon who hoards the gold; he leaves the fortune but takes the ring as he goes to rescue the beautiful Valkyrie, Brynhild, from an enchant ment. Sowing the seeds of his own death and despair, he gives the cursed ring to her. A number of overlapping legends are skillfully tied together with the unifying theme of the ring, and the many dramatic full-color and black-and-white illustrations focus these story strands.

Detective Billy Blanchard and his partner navigate a town plagued by supernatural threats, including witches, vampires, and werewolves. In this collection of interconnected short stories, they confront serial killers and various ghosts, unraveling a chilling mystery. As they delve deeper into the horrors surrounding them, the detectives race against time to uncover the source of the evil haunting their community. This gripping series promises a blend of suspense and the supernatural, challenging the detectives' resolve and skills.

Set against the backdrop of Roman London, this detective story intertwines mystery with the allure of buried treasure. The author employs 'New Archaeology' to vividly reconstruct the ancient city's street plan and its significant structures, including temples and barracks. As the narrative unfolds, readers are drawn into a quest that uncovers both historical insights and thrilling discoveries, blending the past with the excitement of a modern treasure hunt.

The story follows Tim, a boy terrified of the dark, who discovers a monster residing in his bathroom. Seeking help, he enlists his friend's assistance to confront the creature. Their adventure unfolds as they prepare for a humorous and thrilling battle against the unexpected intruder, blending elements of friendship and bravery in a lighthearted narrative.

A collection of stories for children who are one stage on from nursery and fairy stories. All the stories are by, or retold by, a specific writer. It is a careful blend of traditional, classic stories and the less well-known that the editors believe will be the classics of the future. Now reprinted with a new cover.

Nach der Scheidung seiner Eltern lebt Martin bei seiner Mutter. Als das Gerücht aufkommt, dass sein Vater im Lotto gewonnen hat, wird Martin entführt. Als er dahinterkommt, wer hinter der Entführung steht, ist der Schock gross.