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James Riordan

    10. říjen 1936 – 10. únor 2012

    James Riordan byl anglický prozaik, který proslul svými dětskými romány a historickými díly o sportu v Sovětském svazu. Jeho práce se vyznačuje hlubokým porozuměním ruské kultury a vášnivým zájmem o sport. Riordan dokázal propojit své akademické znalosti s poutavým vyprávěním, čímž vytvořil díla ceněná jak pro svou informativnost, tak pro svou čtivost. Zanechal odkaz jako významný popularizátor sportovní historie a nadaný vypravěč příběhů pro mladé čtenáře.

    Break On Through: The Life and Death of Jim Morrison
    European Cultures in Sport
    My G-r-r-r-reat Uncle Tiger
    Percy Jackson komplet 1.-5. díl - box
    Zakázaná zóna: Křik
    Zakázaná zóna 10: Šaman
    • 2020

      The book explores the rich oral traditions of Siberia, showcasing a unique spiritual democracy and the enduring purity of its folk art. With roots that stretch back two thousand years, these stories reflect the region's beauty and strangeness, offering insights into the culture and beliefs of its people. The narrative emphasizes the significance of these tales in preserving the heritage and wisdom of Siberian communities, making it a compelling journey into a lesser-known aspect of human storytelling.

      The Sun Maiden and the Crescent Moon: Siberian Folk Tales
    • 2019

      Book Band: Turquoise (Ideal for ages 6+) A delightful retelling of a classic story with a twist, ideal for children practising their reading at home or in school. The little swan is not quite like his brothers and sisters. He's small and brown and just doesn't fit in. So he sets off alone into the big, wide world. Will the ugly little swan find a friend? Will he discover who he truly is? This heartwarming fairytale with a twist from well-known author James Riordan is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves and for Key Stage 1. It features engaging illustrations from Brendan Kearney and quirky characters young readers will find hard to resist. _______________ Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher

      The Ugly Little Swan: A Bloomsbury Young Reader
    • 2014

      Meet Grace Barry in Grace the Pirate. Grace is a wild young girl; she is captured by pirates and marooned on a desert island. But nothing can stop Grace for long... TreeTops Fiction contains engaging novels from top authors and illustrators with the variety children need to develop a love of reading!

      Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops Fiction: Level 14: Grace the Pirate
    • 2013

      When the Guns Fall Silent

      • 176 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení
      3,8(152)Ohodnotit

      Set against the backdrop of the First World War, the narrative follows a boy's harrowing journey through the battlefield horrors. Amidst the chaos and bloodshed, moments of humanity emerge, particularly during a poignant scene where fighting pauses for a game of football on the frozen ground of No-Man's-Land. This powerful tale not only explores the impact of war but also highlights the resilience and hope that can arise even in the darkest times, coinciding with the centenary of the war's onset.

      When the Guns Fall Silent
    • 2013

      European Cultures in Sport

      • 192 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení
      4,4(3)Ohodnotit

      Sport occupies a key position in the cultural profile of a nation. This study forms a comparative guide to sport across Europe, in terms of its relative political and social status, its development, and the ways in which it has contributed to national achievement. Covering sport in ten major European states, each native contributor to the study presents : A brief historical sports successes, Olympic positions and sporting traditions; Organisation of its structure and financing; Elite talent is spotted, nurtured and remunerated,sports academies,national qualification schemes; The role of science and medicine in sport; Summary and conclusions. Following this format through each chapter, the book serves as a valuable guide to students of Sports Studies, enabling comparison of sport across culturally diverse regions of Germany,Russia,UK,Spain,Denmark,France,Italy,Belgium,Lithuania and Slovenia.

      European Cultures in Sport
    • 2009

      Comrade Jim

      • 223 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení
      2,9(12)Ohodnotit

      "Comrade Jim" tells the true story of Jim Riordan, an English double agent who unexpectedly played for Spartak Moscow. From his working-class dreams of Portsmouth FC to espionage in Berlin, he immerses himself in Russian culture and communism, leading to his remarkable journey in Cold War Moscow and football. A tale of adventure and resilience.

      Comrade Jim
    • 2009

      Zakázaná zóna 10: Šaman

      • 134 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení
      3,9(19)Ohodnotit

      "Uprostřed pustých hor Nového Mexika musí Rebeka, Ryan a Scott čelit lžím a kouzlům mocného indiánského šamana. Mají ale šanci odhalit indiánskému kmeni pravdu, jestliže se klam vplížil do jejich vlastních řad?"

      Zakázaná zóna 10: Šaman
    • 2008

      War Games

      • 64 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      A historical tale set during World War I. It's Christmas 1914 and in No Man's Land a unique game of football is being played - between British and German troops.

      War Games
    • 2008

      Zakázaná zóna: Křik

      • 156 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení

      Mike, bubeník megapopulární metalové kapely The Scream, začíná být nervózní. Temná image skupiny, kterou dosud pokládal za pouhou hru, se začíná proměňovat v děsivou realitu. Pomohou mu Rebeka a Scott poznat pravdu dřív, než bude příliš pozdě?

      Zakázaná zóna: Křik