Giant

Author : David Litchfield
Publisher : Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781786031730

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Grandad's Secret Giant by David Litchfield Pdf

'Funny, touching and visually stunning, this really is a book to treasure.' Daily Mail A GIANT story of belonging and friendship from David Litchfield, author of the Waterstones Illustrated Book Prize 2016 winner The Bear and the Piano. "He has hands the size of tables," Grandad said, "legs as long as drainpipes and feet as big as rowing boats. Do you know who I mean?" "Yes," sighed Billy. "The Secret Giant. But he's not real!" Billy doesn't believe his Grandad when he tells him there's a giant living in his town, doing good deeds for everyone. He knows that a giant is too big to keep himself hidden. And why would he WANT to keep himself a secret? But as time goes on, Billy learns that some secrets are too BIG to stay secret for long... This delightful heartfelt story of belonging and friendship teaches the importance of tolerance and acceptance to young children.

Author : Kazuo Ishiguro
Publisher : Knopf Canada
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780345809421

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The Buried Giant by Kazuo Ishiguro Pdf

The extraordinary new novel from the author of Never Let Me Go and the Booker Prize­–winning The Remains of the Day The Romans have long since departed, and Britain is steadily declining into ruin. But at least the wars that once ravaged the country have ceased. The Buried Giant begins as a couple, Axl and Beatrice, set off across a troubled land of mist and rain in the hope of finding a son they have not seen for years. They expect to face many hazards—some strange and other-worldly—but they cannot yet foresee how their journey will reveal to them dark and forgotten corners of their love for one another. Sometimes savage, often intensely moving, Kazuo Ishiguro’s first novel in a decade is about lost memories, love, revenge and war.

Author : Michael Dahl,Kathi Wagner,Aubrey Wagner,Aileen Weintraub
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2010-09-18
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781440506345

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The Everything Kids' Giant Book of Jokes, Riddles, and Brain Teasers by Michael Dahl,Kathi Wagner,Aubrey Wagner,Aileen Weintraub Pdf

Why did the chicken cross the road? Knock, knock. Who's there? What do you get when you...? As kids guess the answers, they're sure to get the giggles! With this book, little ones will look forward to sharing the jokes with parents, teachers, and siblings--and even coming up with some variations of their own! In addition to hundreds of rib-tickling jokes, readers will love: Head-scratching brain teasers Funny knock-knock jokes Hysterical puzzles Ridiculous riddles And much, much more! Amid the jokes, kids also find information on how to deliver the perfect punch line and how their favorite comics got started telling jokes. Every budding comic needs a little help getting started, and this book is the perfect go-to for getting laughs!

Author : Elli Woollard
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2015-05-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781509802876

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The Giant of Jum by Elli Woollard Pdf

"Fee!" he said, and "Fi!" he said, and "Fo!" he said and "Fum!" Look out children, the Giant of Jum is grumpy and hungry and he's off in search of a tasty snack. And the tastiest of all is a boy called Jack! But Jack and his friends don't see a scary giant, they see a magically tall man - a man who can fetch lost balls and rescue cats from trees! Perhaps this hungry giant is softer than he seems... An incredible rhyming text and a brilliant, big-hearted twist on a classic fairy tale, from the uniquely talented author and poet, Elli Woollard, and award-winning illustrator, Benji Davies. The Giant of Jum also contains an important message for all: don't eat kids, eat cake!

Author : David L. Harrison
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Fairy tales
ISBN : 1563979764

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The Book of Giant Stories by David L. Harrison Pdf

Includes "The Little Boy's Secret", "The Giant Who Was Afraid of Butterflies", and "The Giant Who Threw Tantrums."

Author : Centennial Books,Popular Science
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10-19
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781951274856

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Popular Science Kids: The Giant Book of Who, What, When, Where, Why & How by Centennial Books,Popular Science Pdf

The Giant Book of Who, What, When, Where, Why and How is loaded with interesting information and inviting images. It answers all the questions kids really want to know! Through more than 1,000 fascinating facts and hundreds of awe-inspiring photos, kids will uncover answers to questions such as: Why are clownfish and sea anemones such close coral companions?; Why do scientists study dino poop? What is the slimiest and snottiest creature on the planet?; Where is the tallest waterfall?; What were the Vikings really like?; What is the largest living organism?; and Why does your body make so many gross noises? This must-read book includes chapters on animals, nature, amazing places, space, technology, history, the human body, sports, incredible inventions, and science. Kids will also discover record-breaking facts in Top 10 lists and Popular Science quizzes.

Author : Jane Barclay
Publisher : Tundra Books
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-10
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780887769764

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JoJo the Giant by Jane Barclay Pdf

Children are eager to grow bigger, and JoJo is no exception. He always asks his mother the same question: “How much did I grow today?” No matter how often his mother assures him that good things come in small packages, he is desperate to be bigger. After all, he wants to run in a race to win a pair of red Rocket Racer shoes. But how can he compete against bullies who are much bigger than he is? A delightful surprise ending illustrates how true growth is not always measured in inches. Jane Barclay’s heartwarming story explores a theme that speaks to every child. Esperança Melo’s wonderful art complements the text to create a charming book that’s bound to become a favorite.

Author : Don Graham
Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-10
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781466867970

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Giant by Don Graham Pdf

A larger-than-life narrative of the making of the classic film, marking the rise of America as a superpower, the ascent of Hollywood celebrity, and the flowering of Texas culture as mythology. Featuring James Dean, Rock Hudson, and Elizabeth Taylor, Giant is an epic film of fame and materialism, based around the discovery of oil at Spindletop and the establishment of the King Ranch of south Texas. Isolating his star cast in the wilds of West Texas, director George Stevens brought together a volatile mix of egos, insecurities, sexual proclivities, and talent. Stevens knew he was overwhelmed with Hudson’s promiscuity, Taylor’s high diva-dom, and Dean’s egotistical eccentricity. Yet he coaxed performances out of them that made cinematic history, winning Stevens the Academy Award for Best Director and garnering nine other nominations, including a nomination for Best Actor for James Dean, who died before the film was finished. In this compelling and impeccably researched narrative history of the making of the film, Don Graham chronicles the stories of Stevens, whose trauma in World War II intensified his ambition to make films that would tell the story of America; Edna Ferber, a considerable literary celebrity, who meets her match in the imposing Robert Kleberg, proprietor of the vast King Ranch; and Glenn McCarthy, an American oil tycoon; and Errol Flynn lookalike with a taste for Hollywood. Drawing on archival sources Graham’s Giant is a comprehensive depiction of the film’s production showing readers how reality became fiction and fiction became cinema.

Author : Edna Ferber
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-07-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780062310309

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Giant by Edna Ferber Pdf

The basis for the classic film starring James Dean, Elizabeth Taylor, and Rock Hudson, Giant is Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edna Ferber's sweeping generational tale of power, love, cattle barons, and oil tycoons, set in Texas during the first half of the twentieth century. When larger-than-life cattle rancher Jordan "Bick" Benedict arrives at the family home of sharp-witted but genteel Virginia socialite Leslie Lynnton to purchase a racehorse, the two are instantly drawn to each other. But for Leslie, falling in love with a Texan was a lot simpler than falling in love with Texas. Upon their arrival at Bick's ranch, Leslie is confronted not only with the oppressive heat and vastness of Texas but also by the disturbing inequity between runaway riches and the poverty and racism suffered by the Mexican workers on the ranch. Leslie and Bick's loving union endures against all odds, but a reckoning is coming and a price will have to be paid. A sensational and enthralling saga, Ferber masterfully captures the essence of Texas with all its wealth and excess, cruelty and prejudice, pride and violence.

Author : Roald Dahl
Publisher : Random House
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2024-01-30
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780241683286

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The BFG by Roald Dahl Pdf

‘We is in Dream Country,’ the BFG said. ‘This is where all dreams is beginning.’ This beautiful edition of The BFG, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, features official archive material from the Roald Dahl Museum and is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . . The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

Author : Bertrand Hébert,Pat Laprade,Tony Stabile
Publisher : ECW Press
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-28
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781773054766

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The Eighth Wonder of the World by Bertrand Hébert,Pat Laprade,Tony Stabile Pdf

A definitive and exhaustive biography Is there a way to find truth in the stuff of legend? You may think you know André the Giant — but who was André Roussimoff? This comprehensive biography addresses the burning questions, outrageous stories, and common misconceptions about his height, his weight, his drawing power as a superstar, and his seemingly unparalleled capacity for food and alcohol. But more importantly, The Eighth Wonder of the World: The True Story of André the Giant transports readers beyond the smoke and mirrors of professional wrestling into the life of a real man. Born in France, André worked on his family’s farm until he was 18, when he moved to Paris to pursue professional wrestling. A truly extraordinary figure, André went on to become an international icon and world traveler, all while battling acromegaly. While his disorder is what made him a giant and a household name, it’s also what caused his untimely death at 46. With exhaustive research, exclusive interviews with family and friends, and an exploration of André’s amazing in-ring career and the indelible mark he left on pop culture, Laprade and Hébert have crafted the most complete portrait of a modern-day mythical being.

Author : James Dean
Publisher : HarperFestival
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2016-03-29
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0062304232

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Pete the Cat Giant Sticker Book by James Dean Pdf

From the New York Times bestselling artist James Dean comes an all-new supercool activity book! Featuring more than 40 activities and 600 awesome stickers, Pete the Cat’s sticker book is sure to entertain readers of all ages. Full of a variety of fun pages, Pete fans can decorate groovy scenes with their favorite picture book characters! This interactive workbook is the first Pete the Cat sticker-activity book. It’s the perfect entertainment for any family on the go. Bring it along on vacations, road trips, and to restaurants!

Author : Cole Lemme
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2024-05-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781312615687

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Becoming a Giant by Cole Lemme Pdf

Author : Saviour Pirotta
Publisher : Sterling
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2011-08-02
Category : Giants
ISBN : 1402785968

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The Giant Book of Giants by Saviour Pirotta Pdf

Combines six traditional giant tales from around the world, including "Jack and the Beanstalk," "Coyote Tricks the Giant," and "Sinbad's Third Voyage," with a four-foot-tall folding pop-up giant complete with flaps to lift.

Author : Hal Leonard Corp
Publisher : G Schirmer, Incorporated
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10
Category : Music
ISBN : 1540039641

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The Giant Book of Intermediate Classical Piano Music: Schirmer's Library of Musical Classics by Hal Leonard Corp Pdf

(Piano). 269 pieces by 32 composers nearly 400 pages of music!