Tato autorka se věnuje psaní s jedinečnou perspektivou, která pramení z jejích rozmanitých životních zkušeností. Její práce se často zabývá tématy rodiny, zvířat a překonávání výzev. Prostřednictvím svých příběhů sdílí hluboké porozumění lidské odolnosti a síle pouta mezi lidmi a zvířaty. Její literární styl je přístupný a poutavý, což čtenářům umožňuje vcítit se do postav a jejich cest.
The story follows Guillaume and his two sisters, Catherine and Madeline, as they embark on a perilous journey from India to China. Throughout their adventure, they face intense challenges that reshape their hopes and dreams, while forming new alliances and encountering adversaries. The bond between the siblings deepens as they navigate the dangers of their path, highlighting themes of courage, resilience, and the complexities of relationships in the face of adversity.
Bombay, 1831. Freshly arrived from London, Alexander Martin reports to his new boss at the Indian Political Service - a government agency whose function is little more than helping the East India Company expand its grasp upon the Indian subcontinent. The enthusiastic, somewhat idealistic young man soon begins displeasing the British establishment, and is shunned by Bombay's polite society ... until several of its members begin disappearing, forcing Alexander to investigate ...
“Engaging and knowledgeably written.” — BULLETIN OF THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN’S BOOKS After Cassie’s dad walks out, Cassie and her mom must make it on their own. While her mom waitresses at the local diner, Cassie takes care of the laundry and cooking after school. She has always wanted a dog, more than anything in the world, but her mother has always refused. Who would take care of a dog? Feed it? And, most importantly, pay for its food, supplies, and trips to the vet? But one day, Cassie’s dream cautiously sniffs its way into her yard—and into her life. Cassie decides this big dog will be her best friend, even if it means secretly getting a job to pay for the huge quantity of food he eats. Quickly Cassie learns that Toklata, as she names her new friend, is a big responsibility—and that he may not be a sled dog at all but an Arctic wolf! The Dog with Golden Eyes is filled with fascinating facts about wolves and their behavior as well as some important lessons about responsibility.
Focusing on the artistic significance of Southeast Asian textiles, this book presents an extensive overview of various styles and techniques, enriched with over 260 color photographs. It covers traditional methods like batik and ikat, as well as intricately woven and embellished textiles. Practical advice for collectors on caring for and utilizing these textiles at home is included, along with a glossary of Southeast Asian terms. Designers will find inspiration in both traditional and modern interpretations of motifs such as flora, fauna, and mythical beings.
In the 19th century Raj - the British colonial empire in India - a young, idealistic Crown agent is confronted with the sordid reality of colonialism, and its ugly consequences. Book 1 of 2
Ein neu geborenes Marsupilami-Zwillingspärchen wird entführt und im Privat-Zoo eines Milliardärs gefangengehalten