Tony Abbott je americký autor dětských knih, který proslul svou oblíbenou sérií Tajemství Droonu. Jeho díla, často s nádechem dobrodružství a fantazie, oslovují mladé čtenáře po celém světě. Abbott se zaměřuje na vytváření poutavých příběhů, které podněcují dětskou představivost a zvídavost. Jeho schopnost budovat bohaté světy a postavy z něj činí významného autora v žánru dětské literatury.
The narrative delves into the tragic fate of the last Romanov dynasty, highlighting the Tsar's missed opportunities for modernization while steering the empire into an unprepared war. Internal conflicts and political missteps ultimately led to the downfall of the monarchy, painting a poignant picture of a family caught in the tumult of history.
The narrative delves into the tragic fate of the Romanov dynasty, focusing on a Tsar who, despite his potential for modernization, ultimately led Russia into an unprepared war. Internal conflicts and struggles contributed to the downfall of the monarchy, painting a vivid picture of the challenges faced by the last Imperial Family. Through this harrowing account, readers gain insight into the complexities of leadership and the factors that precipitated the collapse of an empire.
From the reign of Nicholas II
The memoirs offer an unabridged glimpse into the lives of three intriguing women in the Russian court. Princess Catherine Radziwill, known for her sharp wit and prolific writing, provides a candid perspective. Madame Lili Dehn, the devoted confidante of the Empress, adds depth to the narrative with her loyalty. Meanwhile, Anna Viroubova, a charming yet duplicitous lady-in-waiting, introduces an element of intrigue and complexity. Together, their stories weave a rich tapestry of court life and personal relationships.
"Bobby, who is bullied by the kids at school for living in a home with a front yard that is filled with garbage, meets a young artist who teaches him to see himself as more than "Junk Boy.""--
A troubled boy and his mother spiral downward into homelessness in this companion to the poignant middle-grade Firegirl from acclaimed writer Tony Abbott.
A gripping middle-grade novel from an award-winning author about a boy who must figure out how to save his best friend from abuse.
Filled with pulse-pounding action and cryptic codes, The Golden Vendetta is the third engrossing book in bestselling author Tony Abbott's cloak-and-dagger series for young readers. Fans of Rick Riordan and Ridley Pearson will love this adventurous series. It's been two months since the Kaplan family hunted down the Serpens relic, but when the evil Galina Krause suddenly and violently reappears, Wade, Darrell, Lily, and Becca have no choice but to face her again. Now they must race to find an artifact said to be crafted by Leonardo da Vinci himself—perhaps the strangest Guardian of all. Along the way, they uncover another layer to Galina's sinister endgame . . . and there might not be enough time to stop it. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts
Bestselling author Tony Abbott returns with the next full-length book in the Copernicus Legacy series, a globe-trotting adventure packed with more riddles, puzzles, and secret histories. The hunt for Copernicus's first relic sent Wade, Darrell, Lily, and Becca to the far reaches of the world and put them in serious danger. But they never imagined Sara Kaplan—Darrell and Wade's mother—would be kidnapped by the conniving Galina Krause. Now they must race the evil Teutonic Order to find the Serpens relic and rescue Sara before it's too late. Fans of Rick Riordan and Ridley Pearson will love this epic series, which is filled with suspense and action. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts
Bestselling author Tony Abbott's epic new middle grade series, the Copernicus Legacy, begins with The Forbidden Stone, a thrilling adventure packed with puzzles, intrigue, and action. Fans of Rick Riordan and Ridley Pearson will love this first book in an exciting series that takes the reader all over the globe in a race to find pieces of a mysterious hidden past—before it's too late. Wade, Lily, Darrell, and Becca fly from Texas to Germany for the funeral of an old family friend. But instead of just paying their respects, they wind up on a dangerous, mind-blowing quest to unlock an ancient, guarded secret that could destroy the fate of the world. Supports the Common Core State Standards
