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Box obsahuje knihy trilogie Jeho temné esence – Zlatý kompas, Jedinečný nůž a Jantarové kukátko. Zlatý kompas: V paralelním světě podobném tomu našemu žije dvanáctiletá Lyra. V jejím světě má každý člověk daemona, který ho provází po celý život a je jakýmsi vnějším zpodobněním jeho povahy, a žijí tu i jiné podivuhodné bytosti, například mluvící medvědí kyrysníci nebo půvabné divoženky létající na borových větvích. Lyra s jejich pomocí putuje daleko na sever, aby zachránila svého kamaráda Rogera a další děti, které unesli obávaní Vrahouni. Na cestě ji provází aletheometr, přístroj podobný zlatému kompasu, který tomu, kdo s ním umí zacházet, odpoví na každou otázku. Jedinečný nůž: V tomto pokračování Will, dvanáctiletý chlapec, který nešťastnou náhodou zabil muže, jenž se mu vloupal do domu, prochází tajným oknem do paralelního světa, kde se setkává s dívenkou Lyrou, známou již z prvního dílu. Společně musí svést bitvu proti bytostem, které hodlají zaběhlý pořádek paralelních světů zničit. Jantarové kukátko: Ve třetím dílu fantasy trilogie musí Will nejprve najít Lyru, kterou její matka, krásná paní Coulterová, drží omámenou v odlehlé jeskyni. Jejich společná cesta je pak vede do říše mrtvých, kde se oba setkávají se svými blízkými. Bitva na nebesích vrcholí a Lyra bezděky naplňuje úlohu, k níž byla předurčena. Pak ale ji i Willa čeká nejtěžší rozhodnutí ze všech.

Kniha Prachu, první díl zamýšlené trilogie, nás zavádí do stejného prostředí, v němž se odehrávaly Jeho temné esence, Pullman ale děj posunul do doby o deset let dříve. Hrdinou je jedenáctiletý Malcolm Polstead, bystrý chlapec s výborným postřehem. Svou nenápadností je přímo předurčen stát se špionem. V hostinci jeho otce se schází celý Oxford. Malcolm a jeho daemon zde nepozorovaně vyslechnou spoustu novinek a klevet. Jenže pak se chlapci do rukou dostane tajná zpráva, v níž se mluví o nebezpečné substanci zvané Prach. Adresátka zprávy Malcolma vyhledá a požádá ho o spolupráci ohledně předávání informací. V hostinci Malcolmových rodičů se totiž začínají objevovat nezvyklí hosté, ať už z nejvyšších společenských a politických kruhů, nebo z podsvětí, a všichni jeví zájem o nemluvně jménem Lyra, kterou mají v péči jeptišky v nedalekém převorství. Turbulentní události a ničivá potopa nakonec způsobí, že se hrdina spolu s vesnickou dívkou Alicí ocitnou ve člunu „La Belle Sauvage“. Na palubě s nimi cestuje šestiměsíční Lyra, kterou čtenáři znají jako hlavní postavu Jeho temných esencí, a obě starší děti mají za úkol dostat ji do bezpečí k jejímu otci, lordu Asrielovi. V knize se opět kromě lorda Asriela setkáme i s Lyřinou matkou, paní Coulterovou, a s vůdcem Romunů Farderem Coramem.

Druhý román ze série, která začíná Světly Severu, se odehrává v několika vesmírech, z nichž každý má své odlišnosti. Když zmizí Lyřin kamarád Roger, dvanáctiletá dívka s daemonem Pantalaimonem se rozhodne ho najít za každou cenu. Její cesta ji zavede do drsného a mrazivého Severu, kde vládnou medvědi v pancířích a čarodějné královny létají nad zmrzlým nebem. Zde se setkává s týmem vědců, kteří provádějí hrozné experimenty. Lyra prožívá podivné hrůzy a brzy zjistí, že na ni čeká něco mnohem nebezpečnějšího, s následky přesahujícími Světla Severu. Will, také dvanáctiletý, se ocitá v těžké situaci poté, co zabije muže a rozhodne se utéct a odhalit pravdu o zmizení svého otce. Při útěku prochází oknem do jiného světa, kde potkává podivnou a divokou dívku Lyr. Oba mají cíle, které chtějí splnit. Nicméně svět Cittagazze je znepokojivý, plný smrtících Přízraků a vzdálených andělů. V Torre degli Angeli se skrývá tajemství, pro které by lidé z mnoha světů byli ochotni zabíjet.

Ve třetím dílu fantasy trilogie musí Will nejprve najít Lyru, kterou její matka, krásná paní Coulterová, drží omámenou v odlehlé jeskyni. Jejich společná cesta je pak vede do říše mrtvých, kde se oba setkávají se svými blízkými. Bitva na nebesích vrcholí a Lyra bezděky naplňuje úlohu, k níž byla předurčena. Pak ale ji i Willa čeká nejtěžší rozhodnutí ze všech.

Konečně se ke čtenářům dostává další díl Jeho temných esencí, druhá Kniha Prachu. Lyra už dávno není dítě. Uplynulo dvacet let od chvíle, kdy ji coby miminko dopravil do bezpečí jedenáctiletý Malcolm. Lyra nyní studuje v Oxfordu, její vztah s Pantalaimonem ovšem prochází krizí. Daemon se při jedné osamělé noční procházce stane svědkem vraždy neznámého muže. Do rukou se mu dostane jeho peněženka a s ní i přístup k deníku zavražděného. A pak už události naberou turbulentní spád. Mezi Lyrou a Pantalaimonem dojde k prudké hádce, daemon od Lyry uteče a oba se, každý na vlastní pěst, vydávají na cestu přes celou Evropu až do Asie. Jejich cílem je tajuplné město ukryté v srdci pouště. Shledá se Lyra opět s Pantalaimonem a vyřeší konečně tajemství Prachu? “Pullmanův příběh nepřestává probouzet celou řadu otázek a nepozbývá nic na své uhrančivosti.“ The Times

Brožované vydání prvního dílu rozsáhlé románové fantasy trilogie. V paralelním světě podobném tomu našemu žije dvanáctiletá Lyra. Každý člověk tam má svého daemona, který ho provází po celý život a je jakýmsi vnějším zpodobněním jeho povahy, a žijí tu i jiné podivuhodné bytosti, například mluvící medvědí kyrysníci nebo půvabné divoženky létající na borových větvích. Lyra s jejich pomocí putuje daleko na sever, aby zachránila svého kamaráda Rogera a další děti, které unesli obávaní Vrahouni. Na cestě ji provází alethiometr, přístroj podobný zlatému kompasu, který tomu, kdo s ním umí zacházet, odpoví na každou otázku…

Některé příběhy jsou jako hodinový strojek. Natáhneš je a ony jdou, ubíhají a nic je nezastaví. Hodinářský učedník, mechanický rytíř v brnění, malý princ se strojkem místo srdce a tajemný doktor Kalmenius, o kterém se povídá, že je to sám ďábel… Vezmeš tyto postavy, usadíš je ve vyhřátém hostinci uprostřed zasněžené zimní krajiny, otočíš klíčkem a tím v nich probudíš život. Pojednou se začne odvíjet vzrušující romantický i strašidelný příběh, nezadržitelně, tik tak, jako neúnavný hodinový strojek. Brilantní vypravěčské umění světoznámého britského spisovatele ocení malí i dospělí čtenáři.

Strhující zápletka odhalující bezedné hlubiny ponurých vod Viktoriánského zločinu… Nikdy nejste v bezpečí, zvlášť když se vám daří docela dobře. Buďte připraveni na to, že kdykoli můžete ztratit půdu pod nohama. Na scéně se objevuje muž, pokud je to muž, kterého málokdo viděl, ale snad všichni se ho bojí. Říkají mu Cadik a tvrdí, že má dybuka – šotka přímo z pekel, který mu slouží. Skrývá se jako vypasený, zlomyslný pavouk uprostřed sítě neštěstí a zkázy, jež postihují celý svět. A Cadik je nyní na cestě do Anglie do Londýna, do Twickenhamu… Píše se rok 1881a na Sally Lockhartovou se znova usmívá slunce. Její přátelé Jim Taylor a Webster Garland jsou v cizině na cestách, ale Sally žije se svou dcerkou Harriet v pohodlném domě v Twickenhamu a její podnik úspěšně vzkvétá. Nikdy se neměla tak dobře, netuší však, že její svět se má už brzy změnit k nepoznání a ona bude muset vzít rozum do hrsti a sebrat v sobě veškerou odvahu a rozhodnost. Zůstane úplně sama, nebezpečně blízko tygra ve studni…

Historické thrillery nebo také staromódní viktoriánské krváky, tak Pullman na svých webových stránkách označuje čtyřdílnou sérii knih o Sally Lockhartové. Záměrně v nich zpracovává otřepaná klišé melodramatu a činí tak s gustem a umem dobrého vypravěče. Druhý příběh z kvarteta se opět odehrává v temných, špinavých uličkách i ve vyhlášených salonech a kabaretech viktoriánského Londýna. Sally si v hlavním městě otevřela firmu zabývající se finančním poradenstvím. Její práce však zdaleka nepředstavuje nudnou poklidnou rutinu, jak by se snad mohlo zdát. Když na dveře její kanceláře zaklepe stará dáma a žádá Sally o pomoc v jisté finanční záležitosti, dívka neváhá a podivného případu se ujme. Svou roli v něm hraje zaoceánský parník, který se bez zjevné příčiny potopil, a k smrti vyděšený kouzelník, který zmizel uprostřed představení. Sally se oběma záhadám snaží přijít na kloub a při svém pátrání narazí na spleť stop, které směřují k zločinci z nejvyšších společenských kruhů. Hrdinka se tak každým krokem nevědomky zaplétá do smrtelného nebezpečí… Pro čtenáře od 12 let.

Jim Taylor, soukromý detektiv, hazardní hráč, tělesný strážce, spisovatel a přítel Sally Lockhartové, už dlouhou dobu hledá slečnu Adelaide Bevanovou. Naposledy ji viděl ještě jako malou chudou tulačku Adélku, jež zmizela v dýmu a mlhách Londýna (Rubín v kouři). Jaké je tedy jeho překvapení, když ji konečně nalezne – coby krásnou mladou ženu a navíc v doprovodu nikoho menšího než prince Rudolfa z Eschtenburgu, dědice razkávského trůnu. Razkávie je maličké nezávislé království v samém srdci Evropy s vysokými horami a temnými lesy. Legenda praví, že dokud bude nad Eschtenburskou skálou vlát prapor s rudým orlem, bude Razkávie svobodná. Ovšem temné síly začínají kout své pikle. A Adelaide, Jim i jejich nová přítelkyně Becky odjíždějí do Razkávie, aniž tuší, že jim tam hrozí smrtelné nebezpečí.

Sedmero blaženství –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ co znamenají tato záhadná slova? V čem tkví jejich smrtící tajemství? První díl čtyřdílné série o Sally Lockhartové a jejích přátelích z pera mnohokrát oceněného britského spisovatele, autora trilogie Jeho temné esence.

The second volume in Philip Pullman's incredible HIS DARK MATERIALS trilogy, in a stunning gift edition, to publish alongside the major HBO/BBC TV series in autumn 2019.

Will has just killed a man. He's on the run. His escape will take him far beyond his own world, to the eerie disquiet of a deserted city, and to a girl, Lyra. Her fate is strangely linked to his own, and together they must find the most powerful weapon in all the worlds.

As the boundaries between worlds begin to dissolve, Lyra and her daemon help Will Parry in his search for his father and for a powerful, magical knife

"A unique look into the BBC s most popular family drama, Doctor Who- The Writer's Tale is a year in the life of the hit television series, as told by the show s Head Writer and Executive Producer. A candid and in-depth correspondence between Russell T Davies and journalist Benjamin Cook, the book explores in detail Russell's work on Series Four, revealing how he plans the series and works with the show's writers; where he gets his ideas for plot, character and scene; how actors are cast and other creative decisions are made; and how he juggles the demands of Doctor Who with the increasingly successful Torchwood and The Sarah Jane Adventures spin-offs. Russell s scripts are discussed as they develop, and Russell and Ben s wide-ranging discussions bring in experiences from previous series of Doctor Who as well as other shows Russell has written and created, including Queer As Folk, Bob & Rose, and The Second Coming. The reader is given total access to the show as it s created, and the writing is everything you would expect from Russell T Davies- warm, witty, insightful, and honest. Fully illustrated with never-before-seen photos and artwork including original drawings by Russell

Philip Pullman's classic trilogy is now available as a stunning bind-up edition. Since the first volume was published in 1995, and has now been filmed as The Golden Compass, the trilogy has been acclaimed as a modern masterpiece, and has won the UK's top awards for children's literature. Today, the fabulous story of Lyra and her daemon is read and loved by adults and children alike. The extraordinary story moves between parallel universes. Beginning in Oxford, it takes Lyra and her animal-daemon Pantalaimon on a dangerous rescue mission to the ice kingdoms of the far North, where she begins to learn about the mysterious particles they call Dust - a substance for which a terrible war between different worlds will be fought... "This trilogy is one of the great imaginative works in the English language. And it contains one of the best villains in all literature." - Terry Jones Philip Pullman has won the CILIP Carnegie Medal, the Guardian Children's Fiction Award, the Children's Book of the Year - British Book Awards, the Whitbread Book of the Year, the Eleanor Farjeon Award and the Astrid Lindgren Award.

Will and Lyra, whose fates are bound together by powers beyond their own worlds, have been violently separated. But they must find each other, for ahead of them lies the greatest war that has ever been - and a journey to a dark place from which no-one has ever returned...

Mortal Leap tells a story we all know but have never heard: what happens when you have an opportunity to take another person's identity? A wife identifies a man badly disfigured in battle as her missing husband. What happens when he decides to go along with her mistake? Mortal Leap is both adventure story and metaphysical novel.

Twelve-year-old Lyra, whose daemon Pantalaimon is part of her very self, is growing up in an ancient, ritual-haunted Oxford. She must rescue her friend Roger from evil kidnappers. In our world, Will has his own dangerous task to fulfil.

This remarkable book offers a rich mixture of more than 19,000 words expressions, legends, folklore, general knowledge and choice morsels of trivia, with explanations of everything from elephant in the room to sick as a parrot, from Doctor Who to dwile flonking

Philip Pullman's classic trilogy is now available as a stunning bind-up edition. Since the first volume was published in 1995, the trilogy has been acclaimed as a modern masterpiece, and has won the UK's top awards for children's literature. Today, the story of Lyra and her daemon is read and loved by adults and children alike.

Lyra Belacqua and her animal daemon live half-wild and carefree amongscholars of Jordan College, Oxford. The destiny that awaitsher will take her to the frozen lands of the Arctic, where witch-clansreign and ice-bears fight. Her extraordinary journey will haveimmeasurable consequences far beyond her own world...

Featuring two captivating stories by the acclaimed author of The Golden Compass, this special hardcover omnibus edition includes newly colorized illustrations that bring the tales to life. Perfect for enriching any child's library, these enchanting narratives promise to engage young readers with their imaginative plots and vibrant visuals.

Set in the vibrant and gritty New Cut on London's South Bank, Benny Kaminsky and Thunderbolt Dobney head a group of misfit youths determined to tackle crime. Amidst a backdrop of swindlers, bookies, and pickpockets, they navigate their territory with a mix of bravado and cunning, taking on challenges that come their way. The story captures their adventures as they seek justice in a world filled with deception and danger.

The second volume in Philip Pullman's incredible HIS DARK MATERIALS trilogy, in a stunning gift edition, to publish alongside the major HBO/BBC TV series in autumn 2019.

The third volume in Philip Pullman's groundbreaking His Dark Materials trilogy. Now a major, critically acclaimed BBC/HBO TV series. "We're going to the land of the dead - and we're going to come back." Will and Lyra, whose fates are bound together by powers beyond their own worlds, have been violently separated. But they must find each other, for ahead of them lies the greatest war that has ever been - and a journey to a dark place from which no one has ever returned... Read the book ahead of the third season of the smash-hit, critically adored BBC/HBO television series. The His Dark Materials books are adored by readers of all ages.

Sherlock Holmes and his faithful companion Watson receive a visit from a young lady who tells them a curious tale about her uncle, an eminent zoologist. To her evident dismay, he has returned from the Far East with a suspicious stranger and an odd-looking whip. Holmes smells a rat and the game is afoot...

Published in 40 countries, Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy-- The Golden Compass, The Subtle Knife , and The Amber Spyglass --has graced the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, San Francisco Chronicle, Book Sense , and Publishers Weekly bestseller lists. In 1996, The Golden Compass changed the face of fantasy publishing, and 2006 marks its 10 Year Anniversary--and an opportunity to celebrate with a deluxe hardcover. Pullman created new material just for this edition (archival documents, scientific notes and "found" letters of Lord Asriel) which has been illustrated and handlettered by renowned British artist Ian Beck and will be included in the back matter. The deluxe edition also features Pullman's own chapter opening spot art. A quality collectible--with the enticement of never-before-seen new material--for Pullman fans.

Set against a backdrop of political tension in the Arctic North, the story follows American balloonist Lee Scoresby and his hare daemon Hester as they crash-land their trading balloon. They encounter Iorek Byrnison, a formidable armored bear, leading to an unexpected alliance. Together, they navigate the complexities of their environment, highlighting themes of friendship and courage amidst chaos.

Two centuries ago, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm published the first volume of Children's and Household Tales. Now Philip Pullman, one of the most accomplished authors of our time, makes us fall in love all over again with the immortal tales of the Brothers Grimm.

Enter the remarkable world of His Dark Materials like never before with this stunning, full-colour graphic novel. Lyra has stepped into a brand-new world, while Will has just killed a man. Their paths cross in Cittàgazze, a city haunted by soul-eating Spectres, troops of angels, and vengeful witches, where they find a welcome ally in each other. Both are on quests: Lyra seeks to understand Dark Matter, and Will desperately searches for his missing father. Instead, they uncover a deadly secret involving an object of extraordinary power. Each step they take draws them closer to an even greater threat and reveals the shattering truth of their own destinies. The author, Philip Pullman, was born in Norwich and educated in various countries, studying English at Exeter College, Oxford. He published his first children's book in 1982 and has since released thirty-three books enjoyed by readers of all ages. His most renowned work is the His Dark Materials trilogy, which has received multiple prestigious awards, including the Carnegie Medal and the Guardian Children's Book Prize. Pullman was knighted in 2019 for his contributions to literature. Illustrator Thomas Gilbert, born in 1983, studied fine arts in Paris and Brussels, specializing in comics, and has worked on a diverse range of children's and adult books.

FROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BEST-SELLING AUTHOR OF HIS DARK MATERIALS AND THE BOOK OF DUST COMES A SPELLBINDING JOURNEY INTO THE SECRETS OF HIS ART.

An essay on stories and the childhood imagination, taken from Philip Pullman's forthcoming collection Daemon Voices. All the essays in the collection focus on storytelling. Warm, funny and entertaining, they discuss Philip's own stories, the craft of writing, other storytellers and the importance of stories in our culture.

Lila embarks on a daring quest to become a true firework-maker, facing the Fire-Fiend of Mount Merapi while her friend Chulak races against time to uncover a vital secret that could save her life. Meanwhile, in a parallel story, apprentice clockmaker Karl grapples with his failure to create a new figure for the town clock, leading to a dangerous encounter with a malevolent force offering a Faustian deal. Both narratives explore themes of creativity, friendship, and the consequences of ambition in a captivating blend of adventure and suspense.

The story's signature fantasies are realized with compelling force. Skillfully translated back into English, Melchior-Durand and Oubrerie's retelling will bring Pullman's work new fans and give previous readers new pleasure. Publishers Weekly (starred review)

After winning his hot-air balloon in a poker game, Lee Scoresby and his d mon, Hester, find themselves floating north. On landing, it's not long before Scoresby is embroiled in a deadly plot involving an oil magnate, a corrupt mayoral candidate, and Lee's longtime nemesis-a hired killer. Lee's been in tight spots before, but getting out of this mess will require some sharp shooting and the help of an unlikely new ally-the massive, surly, armored bear Iorek Byrnison.

Lyra Belacqua is content to run wild among the scholars of Jordan College, with her daemon familiar always by her side. But the arrival of her fearsome uncle, Lord Asriel, draws her to the heart of a terrible struggle -- a struggle born of Gobblers and stolen children, and a mysterious substance known as Dust. As she hurtles toward danger in the cold far North, Lyra never suspects the shocking truth: she alone is destined to win -- or to lose -- this more-than-mortal battle

Exploring the intersection of science and fantasy, this work delves into the scientific principles behind Philip Pullman's acclaimed trilogy. Award-winning science writers Mary and John Gribbin dissect concepts like string theory, quantum physics, and chaos theory, unraveling the mysteries of elements such as the golden compass and the subtle knife. Their engaging prose makes complex ideas accessible, shedding light on the intriguing connections between the fantastical elements of the story and real scientific theories.

A sumptuous edition of four tales gloriously illustrated by Peter Bailey. Combining elements of fairy tale, humour, and spookiness, this is the perfect book for a cold winter's night. The stories are "The Firework-Maker's Daughter, I Was A Rat!, Clockwork" and "The Scarecrow & His Servant" and this is the first time they have been published together in one volume.

Lyra and Pantalaimon have journeyed north, in search of the missing children and Lord Asriel. The path ahead will lead to dark truths and grave danger . The second book in a stunning three-volume graphic novel adaptation of Northern Lights, the first of which won the Prix Jeunesse du Festival d'Angouleme.

John Blake and his mysterious ship are doomed to sail between centuries and when he meets a shipwrecked girl named Serena he promises to help get her back to her time, but first they must stop the sinister and powerful Dahlberg Corporation.

Another mesmerising episode from the universe of His Dark Materials including the very first meeting of those two legends and friends, Lee Scoresby, the Texan balloonist, and Iorek Byrnison, the armoured bear.Set in the far frozen Arctic, Once Upon a Time in the North contains other teasingly authentic memorabilia and clues, together with a thrilling board game, Peril of the Pole – complete with spinner, game board, and pieces.Cover illustration and engravings by John Lawrence

Two young people and their daemons find themselves at the centre of a terrifying manhunt. In their care is a tiny child called Lyra Belacqua, and in that child lies the fate of the future. A brilliant new stage adaptation of Philip Pullman's epic prequel to His Dark Materials

I WAS A RAT!' So insists Roger. Maybe it's true. But what is he NOW? A terrifying monster rampaging in the sewers? The Daily Scourge is sure of it. A money-spinning fairground freak? He is to Mr Tapscrew. A champion wriggler and a downy card? That's what Billy hopes. Or just an ordinary small boy, though a little ratty in his habits? Only three people believe this version of the story. Only one of them knows who Roger really is. And luckily a story about her can sell even more newspapers than one about a rat-boy ...Please ask if you need a specific version. The data provided here may not be correct. With buying and not asking you are accepting the book as is.

Philip Pullman's wry wit and award-winning talent brings much to this rich, dark and uplifting rendition of the classic tale ALADDIN AND THE ENCHANTED LAMP. With magic and mischief in equal measure, and with brand new illustrations from master printmaker Chris Wormell, it will captivate readers of all ages.

In this collection of classic fairy tales, Philip Pullman chooses his 50 favourite stories from the Brothers Grimm and presents them in a 'clear as water' retelling. He brings the heart of each timeless tale to the fore, following with a brief commentary on the story's background and history.

Set against the backdrop of a cold winter's night in Oxford, two art collectors engage in a discussion about intriguing new acquisitions: a captivating portrait of a young woman and a menacing bronze monkey sculpture. Unbeknownst to them, their conversation will soon intertwine with a complex narrative that spans different times and realms, revealing unexpected connections and mysteries linked to the art they admire.

'D'you - er - have you seen her before?' 'Yes. I know who she is.' 'But, Grinstead, this painting is seventy years old - probably nearer eighty! You're not being serious - I mean . . . What do you mean?' On a dark winter's night in 1970, Horley and Grinstead huddle for warmth in the Senior Common Room of a college in Oxford. Conversation turns to the two impressive works of art that Horley has recently added to his collection. What the two men don't know is that these pieces are connected in mysterious and improbable ways; and they are about to be caught in the cross-fire of a story which has travelled time and worlds.

This book features a marvellous collection of murderous, greedy and immoral villains brought to book by the greatest fictional detectives, who date from the golden age of crime literature as well as the present day. Follow in the footsteps of criminal masterminds and marvel at the inspired deductions of Sherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot and the brilliant (if timid) Mr Budd. Nick Hardcastle's line drawings make these riveting stories come alive

In trade paperback for the first time, the Sally Lockhart Mysteries are given an all-new look. Created by the author of the bestselling His Dark Materials series, this series follows 16-year-old Sally Lockhart as she solves mysteries in Victorian London.

Lyra Silvertongue, you're very welcome... Yes, I know your new name. Serafina Pekkala told me everything about you exploits.

Imagine how Jacques feels when he learns that his older brothers have inherited the mill and the donkey, and all he's got is the CAT! And he's got a plan - a plan that involves Jacques, a Royal Princess and a very large fortune! schovat popis

This title showcases detectives from classic and contemporary crime fiction, including Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot, as they navigate complex alibis and motives. Featured stories include "The Speckled Band" by Arthur Conan Doyle, "Cold Money" by Ellery Queen, and "The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb" by Agatha Christie.

In a country far to the east, Chulak and his talking white elephant Hamlet help Lila seek the Royal Sulphur from the sacred volcano so that she can become a master maker of fireworks like her father.

A tattered scarecrow stood in the wind and rain, taking no notice . . . He meets a boy, Jack, who becomes his faithful servant, and they set out to journey to Spring Valley together. Along the way there's no end of excitement - battle and shipwreck, brigands and tricksters - and it's up to Jack time after time to save the day.

The world of Philip Pullman’s internationally bestselling His Dark Materials saga is brought to visual life in book 1 of a three-volume graphic adaptation of The Golden Compass. Lyra Belacqua is content to run wild among the scholars of Jordan College, with her dæmon familiar always by her side. But the arrival of her fearsome uncle, Lord Asriel, draws her to the heart of a terrible struggle—a struggle born of Gobblers and stolen children, and a mysterious substance known as Dust. As she hurtles toward danger in the cold far North, Lyra never suspects the shocking truth: she alone is destined to win—or to lose—this more-than-mortal battle. The stunning full-color art offers both new and returning readers a chance to experience the story of Lyra, an ordinary girl with an extraordinary role to play in the fates of multiple worlds, in an entirely new way. “Superb . . . all-stops-out thrilling.” —The Washington Post Don't miss Philip Pullman's epic new trilogy set in the world of His Dark Materials! ** THE BOOK OF DUST ** La Belle Sauvage The Secret Commonwealth

***** THE BOOK OF DUST, the long-awaited new novel from Philip Pullman set in the world of His Dark Materials, has been hailed by the New York Times as "a stunning achievement."***** Lyra's Oxford is an exciting tale set in the world of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials saga. This collectible volume includes a short story by Mr. Pullman, plus a fold-out map of Oxford and various "souvenirs" from the past. The book is illustrated throughout with woodcut illustrations by John Lawrence.

The story centers on Roger, a scruffy boy who claims to have been a rat, leading to various interpretations of his identity. While some view him as a monster or a fairground attraction, others see him as a regular child with unusual habits. Amidst the chaos of public perception, only three individuals support his truth. The narrative unfolds with themes of identity, belief, and the quest for acceptance, suggesting that royal intervention and a touch of magic may be needed to reveal his true nature to the world.

Benny, Thunderbolt, Bridie, Sharky and the Peretti twins are a mixed bunch of vagabonds and urchins who come together to form the New Cut Gang in two comic tales of stolen silver and skulduggery. Fake coins are turning up all over Lambeth and the finger of suspicion is pointing at Thunderbolt's dad - could he really be the forger? The crime-busting New Cut Gang come to the rescue! And when just two clues - a blob of wax and a Swedish match - are discovered at the scene of a break-in, the children find themselves on the trail of an extremely cunning criminal. Set in late Victorian London, these gripping thrillers have now been put together in a single volume - with new illustrations throughout from Horrible Histories illustrator, Martin Brown.

No one in the village of Karlstein dares to leave their homes on All Souls' Eve—the night Zamiel the Demon Huntsman comes to claim his prey. But the evil Count Karlstein has struck a terrible bargain with Zamiel, and so the lives of his two young nieces, Lucy and Charlotte, are in danger. Their only hope lies with Hildi, a castle maidservant, and her fearless brother Peter. Can they save the girls from their dreadful fate? Only one thing is certain—the Demon Huntsman will not return to his dark wood unsatisfied!

From the globally best-selling author of HIS DARK MATERIALS (9781407131184) comes this vivid retelling of the story of Aladdin, which has delighted young and old for centuries. Richly illustrated throughout, this sumptuous edition has been created especially for a new generation to enjoy. With magic and mischief in equal measure, Philip Pullman's storytelling is sure to captivate readers everywhere..

Kolymsky Heights. A Siberian permafrost hell lost in endless nights, the perfect setting for an underground Russian research station. It's a place so secret it doesn't officially exist; once there, the scientists are forbidden to leave. But one scientist is desperate to get a message to the outside world. So desperate, he sends a plea across the wildness to the West in order to summon the one man alive capable of achieving the impossible ...

A modern look at the Cinderella story from the point of view of the rat who was turned into a page boy.

Master storyteller Philip Pullman returns to the world of Lyra and Will, Mrs Coulter and Lee Scoresby, Pantalaimon and Iorek Byrnison, in this must-have companion to the His Dark Materials trilogy. A book of stunning, moving, exhilarating, breathtaking scenes set during the events of Northern Lights, The Subtle Knife, The Amber Spyglass and The Book of Dust: from Serafina Pekkala sitting quietly on her cloud pine broom, listening to Dust, ahead of the epic battle with the Angels, to a young Lyra speculating about her mother's identity. In exquisite prose, Philip Pullman cuts new windows into his worlds for the reader to step through and reveals new truths about many of the iconic characters from Lyra's universe. ... This His Dark Materials trilogy is a major, critically acclaimed HBO/BBC TV series starring Ruth Wilson, James McAvoy, Dafne Keen, Lin-Manuel Miranda. The perfect gift for every fan, of any age. His Dark Materials is one of the most popular and successful children's series of all time. First published in 1995, and acclaimed as a modern masterpiece, it won the UK's top awards for children's literature "Remarkable writing: courageous and dangerous as the best art should be" (The Times) "Rarely, if ever, have readers been offered such a casket of wonders" (Independent)

"'I think of him all the time, and he thinks of me not at all...' This is the story of two brothers. One is impassioned and one reserved. One is destined to go down in history and the other to be forgotten. In Philip Pullman's hands, this sacred tale is reborn as one of the most enchanting, thrilling and visionary stories of recent years." -- Back cover.

Sixteen-year-old Ginny’s life is secure. Her mother is dead, but she’s inherited her outstanding artistic talent, and she loves her life with her father in a seaside village in Wales. But the day a social worker arrives and old files are re-opened, Ginny’s world cracks apart. Everything her father has told her about her family is a lie. And Ginny must uncover the hidden secrets of the past on a journey that will ultimately lead her to the mother she’s never known . . .

Deep in the murkiest back streets of old London town, three children are escaping from an orphanage. But lurking in the fog, watching Rose, Lily and Ned, is a king among villains - Mack the Knife! A dreadful fate looks certain until, from out of nowhere, a figure with glowing, red eyes appears. He leaps through the air like a firework - it's Spring-Heeled Jack, scourge of evil-doers!

Chris falls in love with Jenny the moment he sets eyes on her at an Oxford ball. She's beautiful but secretive and he can't help but want to be with her. But fate is cruel and, as their relationship blossoms, tragedy and violence wait in the wings. Chris’s boss has a shady past that won’t stay hidden. And his ruthless enemies will use two innocent teenagers to exact their revenge on him . . .

The final volume in Philip Pullman's incredible HIS DARK MATERIALS trilogy.

Will and Lyra, whose fates are bound together by powers beyond their own worlds, have been violently separated. But they must find each other, for ahead of them lies the greatest war that has ever been - and a journey to a dark place from which no one has ever returned...

Conor, Abeke, Mejlin, Rollan a ich zvierací spoločníci ochránili svet pred nespočetnými hrozbami. Napriek tomu sa stali štvanou zverou. Falošnému obvineniu sa však postavili čelom. Sú odhodlaní odhaliť sprisahanie a objasniť tajomstvo prastarých relikvií. Pátranie ich zavedie do Conorovho domova, s otvorenou náručou ich tam však nikto nečaká. Mesto je zničené, obyvatelia sú chudobní a zúfalí. Môžu Zelenopláštnici niekomu veriť, keď je na ich hlavy vypísaná odmena?

Accompanied by her daemon, Lyra Belacqua sets out to prevent her best friend and other kidnapped children from becoming the subject of gruesome experiments in the Far North.

Accompanied by her daemon, Lyra Belacqua sets out to prevent her best friend and other kidnapped children from becoming the subject of gruesome experiments in the Far North.

À la fin du premier volet, Lyra traverse un pont entre deux mondes, rejoignant Will, qui vient d'un troisième monde similaire au nôtre. Ils retrouvent des personnages familiers, comme la glaçante Mme Coulter et l'intrépide Lee Scoresby, tout en rencontrant de nouveaux alliés et de redoutables ennemis, notamment des spectres invisibles aux enfants qui vampirisent les adultes. Le mystère de la Poussière se dévoile, mêlant ésotérisme, théologie et destin, au gré d'aventures palpitantes. Lyra se retrouve dans la cité de Cittàgazze, où des spectres rôdent et où les battements d'ailes d'anges résonnent au-dessus d'une mystérieuse tour. Will, à la recherche de son père disparu, a également pénétré dans ce royaume par une porte magique. Ensemble, ils s'engagent dans un voyage périlleux à travers les dimensions, découvrant un objet d'une puissance dévastatrice. À chaque étape, ils s'approchent d'un danger grandissant et de la vérité incroyable sur leur propre destinée. L'œuvre captivante de Philip Pullman, à ne pas réserver aux seuls enfants, s'annonce comme un classique de la littérature fantastique.