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Author : Time-Life Books
Publisher : Time Life Medical
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:49015002965326
Essays on religion, ethics, children, and the three perfections accompany an overview of Chinese history from the collapse of the Tang Dynasty through the foundation of the Ming Dynasty.
Author : Steffanie Costigan
Publisher : Steffanie Costigan
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2023-11-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781738004126
They had not even started to fight, yet I already could smell blood in the air… I am a traitor, victim, fighter, survivor, sister, and daughter of a Nazi. I am Eleanor Kuhn. I will not be indoctrinated by Hitler. I fight for the truth my world has forgotten and ignored. Upon escaping the country, I stumbled into a whole new world, and I soon realized that war is everywhere you look. With nothing but the clothes on my back and five siblings in tow, I wash up on the coast of a world I’d only glimpsed in books and the clouds of dreams: Land of the Dragon. But there’s something about this new world that rings with familiarity. Or perhaps someone . . . Land of the Dragon is a historic fantasy layered with details and rich symbolism an Eric Hoffer Award Nominee. If you like details in stories, magic, adventure, romance, and dragons this book is a read you will enjoy time and time again. With each read, you may uncover more details layered throughout the book that you didn't originally recognize. This book is brought to you from Reading Dream Press where stories come alive.
Author : Harris Latchu
Publisher : Austin Macauley Publishers
Page : 109 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2023-12-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781398495173
Embark on an extraordinary memoir that chronicles the remarkable odyssey of a man determined to transcend adversity, conquer racial prejudice, and fulfil his dream of becoming a Chartered Engineer. This captivating narrative traces a history that stretches back to the 1840s when his forefathers, descendants of indentured laborers from India, were brought to toil in the sugar cane fields of a British colony after the abolition of slavery. From this rich tapestry of ancestry to the present day in England, the author’s life unfolds as a testament to resilience. Spanning continents and centuries, this memoir offers a poignant glimpse into the life of a young boy growing up on a British island colony in the mid-twentieth century. It vividly contrasts the stark realities of a tropical upbringing with the challenges of adapting to life in a temperate climate, from fog and snow to relentless drizzling rain. The simple act of donning thick clothing becomes a novel experience, as does huddling by a Valor paraffin stove in a quest for warmth and cocooning beneath scratchy wool blankets. As the narrative unfolds, you’ll witness the profound transformation of a penniless immigrant who, against all odds, blossoms into a prosperous family man. His journey is a testament to unwavering determination, resilience, and a remarkable integration into British society, providing an intimate and insightful perspective on the trials and triumphs of one man’s quest for excellence.
Author : Tsering Shakya
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 630 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0231118147
A history of modern Tibet, discussing the efforts of Tibetan leaders to maintain the country's independence in the face of increasing political pressures.
Author : William Spencer Percival
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2010-06-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9781108013819
Published in 1889, this travel diary gives a lively account of the life of a British civil servant in China.
Author : Leon Adams
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2009-01-23
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780557006458
A land where man and dragons rule.
Author : Pazii Anna
Publisher : Litres
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2022-05-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9785042630613
Katrin accidentally goes to the bride selection. He has no magic, does not know about the world he is in, but must reach the finale or be killed. Selection without standard competitions and stringent requirements. Translation from Russian language. The cover is a paintig of Valentina Pazii.
Author : Gabrielle K. Byrne
Publisher : Imprint
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781250195562
The princess of a frozen queendom fights to free her mother from the clutches of terrifying dragons in Rise of the Dragon Moon, a middle grade fantasy debut from Gabrielle K. Byrne. Princess Toli may be heir to the throne, but she longs to be a fierce hunter and warrior. Alone in a frozen world, her queendom is at the mercy of the dragons that killed her father, and Toli is certain it’s only a matter of time before they come back to destroy what’s left of her family. When the dragons rise and seize her mother, Toli will do anything to save her—even trust a young dragon who may be the only key to the Queen's release. With her sister and best friend at her side, Toli makes the treacherous journey across the vast ice barrens to Dragon Mountain, where long-held secrets await. Bear-cats are on their trail, and dragons stalk them, but the greatest danger might be a mystery buried in Toli’s past. An Imprint Book "Enthralling, masterful storytelling—a perfect blend of adventure and coming-of-age, and deliciously scary in parts. My head is still filled with glorious dragons."—Karen Foxlee, author of Ophelia and the Marvelous Boy "The dragons...seethe and swirl off the pages. Fans of Erin Hunter’s “Warriors” series will enjoy." —School Library Journal A Junior Library Guild Selection
Author : William D. Westervelt
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 819 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2023-12-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : EAN:8596547790075
Hawaiian Mythology is a collection of books by William Drake Westervelt, one of Hawaii's foremost authorities on island folklore. It contains five books Westervelt wrote about Hawaiian legends, folklore and mythology. "Legends of Maui" includes numerous myths of Māui, Polynesian demi god of Polynesia and Hina who is sometimes in myths his mother, and sometimes his wife. These myths and legends originate from various island groups around the Pacific and they are pesented in a clear and thorough manner. "Legends of Old Honolulu" is collection of ancient Hawaiian folktales which also includes some information about where the Hawaiians came from and the sacred places in Honolulu. As might be expected in stories originating on a small island, many of them feature the sea, boats, sea creatures or water. "Legends of Gods and Ghost-Gods" focuses on Polynesian mythology, taking a close look at Hawaiian folktales, mythology, and the history of the polytheistic practices still in place to this day. "Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes" – The first part of this book focuses on the legends of Hawaii and its volcanoes. The second part considers the geology of the region and discusses the crack in the floor of the Pacific, Hawaiian volcanoes, volcanic activity and the changes in the Kilauea crater. It also looks at the foundation of the observatory.
Author : Various Authors
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 819 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2023-12-26
Category : History
ISBN : EAN:8596547790068
Hawaiian Legends & Myths is a collection of books by William Drake Westervelt, one of Hawaii's foremost authorities on island folklore. It contains five books Westervelt wrote about Hawaiian legends, folklore and mythology. "Legends of Maui" includes numerous myths of Māui, Polynesian demi god of Polynesia and Hina who is sometimes in myths his mother, and sometimes his wife. These myths and legends originate from various island groups around the Pacific and they are pesented in a clear and thorough manner. "Legends of Old Honolulu" is collection of ancient Hawaiian folktales which also includes some information about where the Hawaiians came from and the sacred places in Honolulu. As might be expected in stories originating on a small island, many of them feature the sea, boats, sea creatures or water. "Legends of Gods and Ghost-Gods" focuses on Polynesian mythology, taking a close look at Hawaiian folktales, mythology, and the history of the polytheistic practices still in place to this day. "Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes" – The first part of this book focuses on the legends of Hawaii and its volcanoes. The second part considers the geology of the region and discusses the crack in the floor of the Pacific, Hawaiian volcanoes, volcanic activity and the changes in the Kilauea crater. It also looks at the foundation of the observatory. "Hawaiian Historical Legends" take the reader through Hawaiian history from ancient times to becoming an American state. He adds that Hawaiian people are not overly concerned with dates but that these stories are all related one to another.
Author : Chris Colfer
Publisher : Little Brown Bks Young Readers
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2014-07-08
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780349124384
Conner Bailey thinks his fairy-tale adventures are behind him - until he discovers a mysterious clue left by the famous Brothers Grimm. With help from his classmate Bree and the outlandish Mother Goose, Conner sets off on a mission across Europe to crack a two-hundred-year-old code. Meanwhile, Alex Bailey is training to become the next Fairy Godmother . . . but her attempts at granting wishes never go as planned. Will she ever be truly ready to lead the Fairy Council? When all signs point to disaster for the Land of Stories, Conner and Alex must join forces with their friends and enemies to save the day. But nothing can prepare them for the coming battle . . . or for the secret that will change the twins' lives forever. The third book in the bestselling Land of Stories series puts the twins to the test as they must bring two worlds together!
Author : Mark Amaru Pinkham
Publisher : Adventures Unlimited Press
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1997-09
Category : Art
ISBN : 0932813518
According to ancient records, the patriarchs and founders of the early civilisations in Egypt, India, China, Peru, Mesopotamia, Britain and the Americas were colonised by the Serpents of Wisdom who arrived in these lands after abandoning their beloved homelands and crossing great seas. While bearing names denoting snake or dragon, these Serpents of Wisdom oversaw the construction of magnificent civilisations within which they and their descendants served as the priest kings and as the enlightened heads of mystery school traditions. This book recounts the history of these 'Serpents' and why they are returning now.
Author : Real Dragon
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2015-02-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781503545809
The Dragon Chronicles is a product of the author’s fascination for dragons, the Chinese Astrology in particular. He came up with this concept and weaves around a story that is based on his childhood, an interesting and wonderful journey that he treasures even in adult life. In this book, youngsters are taken to a unique and mystifying world where dragons thrive. A symbolic depiction of true human characters, in which social structures are based on interactions, positions and roles, this creation brings to life the magnificent elements of relationships. With a myriad of insightful lessons about family life, values and friendships, this literary masterpiece will take readers on an exciting journey like no other. This is the second book in the Dragon series. The book will examine the Baby Dragons, examine the compassionate and romantic relationship between Bear and Smoker Dragon, and examine the adventures of Real Dragon and the Cat Dragons.
Author : G. Elliot Smith, M.A., M.D., F.R.S.
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2016-12-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9781988297675
The dragon has always been a mysterious creature that has captivated young and old people for hundreds of years. In this work the history of the dragon and where the story emerged from come to light. Delving into the ancient stories all over the world the descriptions and influence the story of the dragon had on the ancient cultures will enlighten anyone's thinking on this topic.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1890
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BSB:BSB11519761