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A story of two girls living in Johannesburg. Two acts of betrayal, set more than fifty years apart. It is Johannesburg 1963 and Nelson Mandela is on trial for his life. Nine-year-old Margaret Channing-Court unwittingly attracts the attention of the security police to her home. Forced to make a choice, she watches helplessly as her family is destroyed. More than fifty years later, Jenna Moore, a troubled fifteen-year-old, is packing up her Great Aunt Cee-Cee’s Johannesburg house. She pries open a...
| Автор | Edyth Bulbring |
Новый справочник содержит весь теоретический материал по курсу физики, необходимый для сдачи единого государственного экзамена. Он включает в себя все элементы содержания, проверяемые контрольными измерительными материалами, и помогает обобщить и систематизировать знания и умения школьного курса физики. Теоретический материал изложен в краткой и доступной форме. Каждая тема сопровождается примерами тестовых заданий. Практические задания соответствуют формату ЕГЭ. В конце пособия приведены...
| Автор | Н. С. Пурышева |
One of Twains Greatest! : This book–at times disjointed, rambling, self-referential, and irreverent–is decades ahead of its time. Its an interdisciplinarians dream as Twain takes on economics, geography, politics, ancient and contemporary history, and folklore with equal ease. Mostly though, one appreciates his knack for exaggeration, the tall tale, and the outright lie. Its a triumph of tone, as he lets you in on his wild wit, his keen observation, and his penchant for bending the truth without...
| Автор | Марк Твен |
"Sáenz' poetic narrative will captivate readers from the first sentence to the last paragraph of this beautifully written novel. . . . It is also a celebration of life and a song of hope in celebration of family and friendship, one that will resonate loud and long with teens."—Kirkus Reviews "…There is never a question of either Sáenz’s own extraordinary capacity for caring and compassion or the authenticity of the experiences...
| Автор | Benjamin Alire Saenz |
Akashic launched our BLACK SHEEP YA imprint with the first book in this series, Changers Book One: Drew. The first book has been selling well for us – we're almost through our first printing, and we have licensed it into translation into German, Spanish, and Norwegian so far. Changers Book One also got great reviews: New York Times, O, the Oprah Magazine, School Library Journal, Publishers Weekly (starred review), etc. John Green has been supportive of the first book, including sending...
| Автор | T Cooper |
Dorothy Mary Kamenshek was born to immigrant parents in Norwood, Ohio. As a young girl, she played pickup games of sandlot baseball with neighborhood children; no one, however, would have suspected that at the age of seventeen she would become a star athlete at the national level. The outbreak of World War II and the ensuing draft of able-bodied young men severely depleted the ranks of professional baseball players. In 1943, Philip K. Wrigley, owner of the Chicago Cubs, led the initiative to...
| Автор | Michelle Houts |
The “Hollywood” where Sammy Santos and Juliana Ríos live is not the West Coast one, the one with all the glitz and glitter. This Hollywood is a tough barrio at the edge of a small town in southern New Mexico. Sammy and this friends—members of the 1969 high school graduating class—face a world of racism, dress codes, war in Vietnam and barrio violence. In the summer before his senior year begins, Sammy falls in love with Juliana, a girl whose tough...
| Автор | Benjamin Alire Saenz |
A striking debut from an African American author who teaches writing and theatre to juvenile inmates in Chicago.Confirmed blurbs already in from Adam Mansbach,Audrey Niffenegger, Don De Grazia.This first-person teen narrative uses humor to address: homophobia in the African-American community; the complex issue of bullying among teens and adults; nontraditional family dynamics such as absentee fathers and single mothers; '90s pop culture in a way that engages young readers while appealing...
| Автор | Chris L Terry |
AdventureKEEN’s rocks & minerals products are proven sellers: more than 220,000 units sold Rock hunting is a growing hobby throughout the USA, and this is a great introduction for the whole family Market: Parents who want to instill environmental morals, encourage an interest in nature, and entertain their children—all at the same time All-in-one source of information, facts, photos, and gee-whiz tidbits in a concise guide Not intimidating: colorful, appealing design with information geared...
| Автор | Dan R. Lynch |
Sometimes, it's just easier to think I'm not the freak. I'm just in an alien world. . . Being Charles James Stewart, Jr., AKA Charlie the Second, means never «fitting in.» Tall, gangly and big-eared, he could be a poster boy for teenage geeks. An embarrassment to his parents (he's not too crazy about them, either), Charlie is a virtual untouchable at his high school, where humiliation is practically an extracurricular activity. Charlie has tried to fit in, but all of his...
| Автор | Drew Ferguson |
Prospective MBA students will find everything they need to prepare successful admission essays in this book. Containing 50 real essays students have written to gain admission to top business schools, this guide details the strengths of each essay, the inspiration of the student who wrote it, and what makes it a winner. The essays represent a diverse group of students and include those with traditional consulting and business backgrounds, as well as those with nontraditional backgrounds in areas...
| Автор | Gen Tanabe |
"Smelcer clearly knows his way around Alaskan mountains."—David Roberts, author of The Mountain of My Fear Praise for Edge of Nowhere :"A survival story, but one with a strong heart."— ForeWord Reviews "A thought-provoking and moving coming-of-age story."— Publishers Weekly "Another gripping literary triumph for Smelcer."— Midwest Book Review Praise for Lone Wolves :"A beautiful and moving story of courage and love."—Ray...
| Автор | John Smelcer |
Best Books Studiewerkgids: Onderwêreld Hoe goed ken jy jou voorgeskrewe roman? Verstaan jy die inhoud en struktuur? Is jy reg om eksamen te skryf daaroor? Hierdie studiewerkgids is spesiaal saamgestel om leerders te help om Onderwêreld, die voorgeskrewe roman vir Graad 12 Afrikaans Huistaal, ten volle te verstaan en te geniet. Dit voldoen aan die voorskrifte van die Kurrikulum- en assesseringsbeleidsverklaring (KABV) en al die belangrikste aspekte van die roman word hierin gedek – in taal wat...
| Автор | Группа авторов |
Hierdie studiewerkgids is deel van ’n reeks. Soos die naam sê, is dit nie net ’n gids wat inhoud opsom, vertaal en bespreek nie, maar ook ’n werkboek waarin leerders aantekeninge kan maak. Dit maak hersiening vir die eksamen makliker en hou waardevolle notas bymekaar in een boek. Inhoud van hierdie studiewerkgids: • ’n Opsomming van die verhaal. • ’n Bespreking van die basiese kenmerke van die roman, aan die hand van die teks. • Agtergrondinligting en annotasies. • Hoofstuk-vir-hoofstuk...
| Автор | Группа авторов |
Xola’s mother died when he was very young and he is being raised by his loving but poor grandmother. They struggle and there are days when they go to bed without food. Xola’s education is very important to his grandmother and she encourages him to focus on school. Ndoda, on the other hand, has an easier life. His father died in a car accident when he was ten but left Ndoda and his mother with enough money to get by. Ndoda is spoiled by his mother and grows up to become a problem child who is...
| Автор | Sipho Richard Kekezwa |
How well do you know the poems in your prescribed poetry anthology? Do you understand the contents and structure of each poem? Are you ready to write your exams? This study work guide has been compiled to help learners grasp each poem in Vistas of Poems, the prescribed poetry anthology for Grade 11 First Additional Language. The guide has been compiled to the requirements of the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) and all important aspects relating to each poem have been covered –...
| Автор | Группа авторов |
Green Chimneys is a nationally renowned US nonprofit organization that helps improve the lives of at-risk urban children by incorporating animals and environmental activities into their educational experiences. Founded by Dr. Samuel (Rollo) B. Ross, Jr., “Green Chimneys Farm for Little Folk” opened its doors in 1948 with just eleven students. The property has since expanded to cover nearly seven hundred fifty acres in New York, and the school now serves almost two hundred students. Recognized as...
| Автор | Samuel B. Ross, Jr. |
В справочнике в виде тематических таблиц представлены все разделы физики, изучаемые в средней школе. Структура справочника позволит читателям быстро получить необходимую информацию. Наглядность и доступность изложения дают возможность легко обобщить, систематизировать и повторить материал. Книга окажет эффективную помощь при подготовке к урокам, контрольным работам и промежуточной аттестации, в первую очередь – для подготовки к единому государственному экзамену.
| Автор | Н. С. Пурышева |
Glorious new rejacket of a Diana Wynne Jones classic award-winning favourite, featuring Chrestomanci – now a book with extra bits!Everybody says that Gwendolyn Chant is a gifted witch with astonishing powers, so it suits her enormously when she is taken to live in Chrestomanci Castle. Her brother Eric (better known as Cat) is not so keen, for he has no talent for magic at all.However, life with the great enchanter is not what either of them expects and sparks begin to fly!Winner of the Guardian...
| Автор | Diana Wynne Jones |
The much-loved classic, finally in ebook.Winner of both the Guardian Award and the Carnegie Medal, this is an all-time classic, combining mystery, adventure, history and a complex set of human relationships.It all begins with the scratching in the ceiling. From the moment Alison discovers the dinner service in the attic, with its curious pattern of floral owls, a chain of events is set in progress that is to effect everybody’s lives.Relentlessly, Alison, her step-brother Roger and Welsh boy Gwyn...
| Автор | Alan Garner |
The sparkling debut children’s novel from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children’s author in the country.Illustrated by Quentin Blake and brilliantly written by David Walliams, The Boy in the Dress is full of the sharp humour and vivid characters you would expect from the co-creator and co-star of Little Britain.It is also a timeless and hilarious fable about what happens when an ordinary boy does something extraordinary – and the way that people, even the petty and...
| Автор | David Walliams |
‘Julie Kagawa is a strong new voice’ The Sunday ExpressThe final hunt is on.Vengeance will be hers.Allison Sekemoto once struggled with the question, am I human or monster? With the death of her love, Zeke, she has her answer – monster.Now Allie must embrace her cold vampire side to hunt down and end Sarren, the psychopathic vampire who murdered Zeke. But the trail is bloody and long, and Sarren has left many horrifying surprises for Allie and her companions.In a ruined world where no life is...
| Автор | Julie Kagawa |
From number one New York Times bestselling author Sarah Dessen comes a big-hearted novel about a girl who reconnects with a part of her family she hasn’t seen since she was a little girl – and falls in love, all over the course of a magical summer. Emma Saylor doesn’t remember a lot about her mother, who died when she was ten. But she does remember the stories her mom told her about the big lake that went on forever.Now it’s just Emma and her dad, and life is good, if a little predictable . . ....
| Автор | Sarah Dessen |
A fast-paced historical mystery adventure for readers aged 9+, with gorgeous Edwardian period detail. Perfect for fans of Chris Riddell, Enid Blyton and Robin Stevens. The follow up to Katherine Woodfine's bestselling debut novel, The Clockwork Sparrow. THE HONOUR OF YOUR COMPANY IS REQUESTED ATLORD BEAUCASTLE’S FANCY DRESS BALL. Wonder at the puzzling disappearance of the Jewelled Moth! Marvel as our heroines, Sophie and Lil, don cunning disguises, mingle in high society and munch many...
| Автор | Katherine Woodfine |