Random house okt 2013 (89 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey--teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven--to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. Children ages 4-6 will love this Step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader based on Disney Frozen. RH Disney (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When a prophecy traps a kingdom in eternal winter, Anna, a young dreamer, must team up with Kristoff, a daring mountain man, and his reindeer on the grandest of journeys to find Anna's sister, the Snow Queen Elsa, and put an end to her icy spell. This reader brings all the magic and adventure of 'Frozen' to fans who are just learning to read on their own. Full color. RH Disney (illustrator).…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - First published in 1964, Well-loved Tales: Cinderella is surely one of the most beloved of all Ladybird books. The evocative illustrations of Cinderella in her beautiful ball gowns, the fairy godmother, the stepsisters and the handsome prince are fondly remembered by many and it remains a childhood favourite.Now, the original Well-loved Tales: Cinderella has been reissued to mark the fiftieth anniversary of its first publication. With text by Vera Southgate and the same beautiful Eric Winter illustrations as everyone remembers, this classic Ladybird book is now available for a new generation to treasure.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The greatest story ever told is born again in this beautiful new retelling of the nativity. The traditional feel and charming illustrations make it the perfect introduction to the Christmas story for little ones just discovering it for the first time.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Julian to the rescue!Grown-ups aren't very good at solving crimes. That's why it's time for Julian, Huey and Gloria to take matters into their own hands. The crime-busting kids go on a mission to track down wanted criminals. They have a special motto, a secret code and plenty of plans. All they need now is their first crook . . .…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - John Flanagan makes a spectacular return to the world of Ranger's Apprentice - but what has happened since you last saw Will and his friends might shock you!Will took an oath when he joined the Ranger Corps. Does it mean nothing to him now After a senseless tragedy destroys his life, Will is obsessed with punishing those responsible - even if it means leaving the Ranger Corps. His worried friends must find a way to stop him taking such a dark path.It is Halt who suggests the solution: Will must take an apprentice. The candidate Halt has in mind will surprise everyone - and it will be a request Will cannot refuse.Training a rebellious, unwilling apprentice is hard enough. But when a routine mission uncovers a shocking web of crime, Will must decide where his priorities lie - finishing his quest for revenge, or saving innocent lives The final book of the Ranger's Apprentice series raises the stakes higher than ever. Is Will on his last mission for the Ranger Corps.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Did you know that Bell's amazing invention--the telephone--stemmed from his work on teaching the deaf Both his mother and wife were deaf. Or, did you know that in later years he refused to have a telephone in his study Bell's story will fascinate young readers interested in the early history of modern technology. Groff, David (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The kids and teacher of Because of Mr. Terupt are back in this warm-hearted sequel filled with unique characters every reader can relate to. One teacher changed their lives. Now the class will need to change his. Mr. Terupt's class is spending one more year with him before they graduate and head off to junior high. But for seven students, sixth grade comes with its own set of challenges. Peter's parents expect him to attend private school after sixth-grade, but Peter has plans to stay right where he is. Eager to grow up, Alexia gets in over her head with some older kids. Danielle suspects that her family is keeping a secret from her, and she's determined to find out what it is. Jeffrey makes a life-changing discovery. Curious about her teacher's past, Jessica uncovers startling details about Mr. Terupt. Anna finally decides she's ready for the truth about her absent dad. And Luke's keen observations lead to questions with unexpected answers. It's a roller coaster of a year as Mr. Terupt helps his students be the best they can beand enlists their help to pull off an extra-special project. But are happy endings on the horizon Or will everyone fall all over again Spend more time at Snow Hill School with Because of Mr. Terupt and Saving Mr. Terupt! And don't miss the conclusion to the series, Goodbye, Mr. Terupt, coming soon! 'A skillful meshing of characters and story lines makes for another great read.'--School Library Journal.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Father Christmas is back, and this time he's had three helping of sprouts! As he tries to deliver the presents, his tummy rumbles, gurgles and groans, but Father Christmas knows he must keep it in - he doesn't want to wake anyone up!Will he come up TRUMPS. Allan, Nicholas (illustrator). …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Disney Frozen's littlest fans will love this board book based on the hit film with sparkling glitter on the cover and on every page! Walt Disney Animation Studios presents an epic tale of adventure and comedy with Frozen. When the kingdom she loves is trapped in an eternal winter, it is up to Anna and the daring mountain man Kristoff to set out on an adventure filled with danger, magical creatures, and a hilarious snowman in order to find Anna's sister, the Snow Queen Elsa. Boys and girls ages 0-3 will love this sturdy board book based on the film and featuring sparkling glitter on the cover and on every page. RH Disney (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Join Republic spy Theron Shan as he faces off against the Sith Empire itself in this epic installment ofThe Old Republic.Light side, dark sidethese are just empty words. . . . There are only two sides I care about: us and them. Republic or Empire! The Sith Empire is in flux. The Emperor is missing, presumed dead, and an ambitious Sith lord's attempt to seize the throne has ended fatally. Still, Darth Karrid, commander of the fearsome Imperial battle cruiser Ascendant Spear, continues her relentless efforts to achieve total Sith domination of the galaxy. But Karrid's ruthless determination is more than matched by the steely resolve of Theron Shan, whose unfinished business with the Empire could change the course of the war for good. Though the son of a Jedi master, Theron does not wield the Forcebut, like his renowned mother, he has the spirit of rebellion in his blood. As a top covert agent for the Republic, he struck a crucial blow against the Empire by exposing and destroying a Sith superweapon arsenalwhich makes him the ideal operative for a daring and dangerous mission to end Ascendant Spear's reign of terror. Joined by hot-headed smuggler Teff'ith, with whom he has an inexplicable bond, and wise Jedi warrior Gnost-Dural, Darth Karrid's former master, Theron must match wits and weapons with a battle-tested crew of the most cold-blooded disciples of the Dark Side. But time is running brutally short. And if they don't seize their one chance to succeed, they will surely have countless opportunities to die.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - BLOOD ON HIS HANDS The expedition outside the wall was Eren's chance to prove himself. But it failed, and the female Titan is free once more! With his squad dead, Eren faces a royal summons. Will Mikasa and Armin have to betray their king to save their friend And can they discover the female Titan's identity before she kills again PRAISE FOR THE HIT ANIME 'A visceral and fantastically intense action/horror story.' - Anime News Network 'Japan s equivalent of The Walking Dead.' - io9.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover Alice Munro's powerful stories about ordinary people at the moments when chance, memory or desire changes everything.Winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature and the Man Booker International Prize, Alice Munro writes stories that move with quiet force through the accidents, choices and memories that can alter a life.In Dear Life, chance meetings, family estrangements, and illicit affairs unfold across small towns, trains, houses and hospitals. Men and women look back at what they did, what they failed to understand, and what time has refused to soften. Munro's fiction finds strangeness in ordinary domestic life.Precise, unsparing and luminous, Dear Life shows why Munro remains one of the essential writers of the modern short story.'She is so damn good' Anne Enright'Deep and surprising and unsparing' Guardian.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - NOW A MAJOR ANIMATED NETFLIX SERIES!Discover the final instalment of the page-turning Wereworld series.Drew Ferran was born a werewolf. Time has always been his greatest enemy.Across the Badlands, the Catlords have turned on each other. In North Lyssia, the Seven Realms' greatest armies gather. And in the frozen city of Icegarden, an even deadlier force lies in wait. If Drew wants to save his friends, he must fight - but have the heavens already decided his fate All roads lead to war. In the shadow of Strakenberg, under the light of a full moon, the victors - and losers - will be decided.'Epic' - Guardian'Unpredictable, exciting - hugely recommended' - Bookbag.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'I am Dracula. And I bid you welcome to my house'He is deathly pale. His fingernails are cut to sharp points. His teeth protrude menacingly from his mouth in clouds of rancid breath. Yet even Count Dracula's unnerving appearance and the frightened reaction of the local peasants fail to warn Jonathan Harker, a young man from England, about his host. Little does Jonathan know that this is a land where babies are snatched for their blood and wolves howl menacingly from the forest, where reality is far more frightening than superstition. What's more, it's going to be up to him to stop the world's most bloodthirsty predator.Includes exclusive material: In the Backstory you can learn all about the strengths and weaknesses of vampires! Vintage Children's Classics is a twenty-first century classics list aimed at 8-12 year olds and the adults in their lives. Discover timeless favourites from The Jungle Book and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to modern classics such as The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE S 100 BEST YA BOOKS OF ALL TIME A NEW YORK TIMES READER TOP 100 PICK FOR BEST BOOKS OF THE 21ST CENTURY A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST YOUNG ADULT BOOK OF THE CENTURYThe extraordinary, beloved novel about the ability of books to feed the soul even in the darkest of times.When Death has a story to tell, you listen.It is 1939. Nazi Germany. The country is holding its breath. Death has never been busier, and will become busier still.Liesel Meminger is a foster girl living outside of Munich, who scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can t resist books. With the help of her accordion-playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids as well as with the Jewish man hidden in her basement. In superbly crafted writing that burns with intensity, award-winning author Markus Zusak, author of I Am the Messenger, has given us one of the most enduring stories of our time. The kind of book that can be life-changing. The New York Times Deserves a place on the same shelf with The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank. USA TodayDON T MISS BRIDGE OF CLAY, MARKUS ZUSAK S FIRST NOVEL SINCE THE BOOK THIEF.; Ausgezeichnet: ALA Best Books for Young Adults, 2007.Ausgezeichnet: Book Sense Children's Pick List, 2007.Ausgezeichnet: Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book, 2006.Ausgezeichnet: Horn Book Fanfare, 2006.Ausgezeichnet: IRA Notable Books for a Global Society, 2006.Ausgezeichnet: Kentucky Bluegrass Master List, 2008.Ausgezeichnet: Kirkus Reviews Editor Choice Award, 2006.Ausgezeichnet: Michael L. Printz Honor Book, 2007.Ausgezeichnet: New York Public Library Books for the Teen Age, 2007.Ausgezeichnet: Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book of the Year, 2007.Ausgezeichnet: School Library Journal Best Book of the Year, 2006.Ausgezeichnet: Texas TAYSHAS High School Reading List, 2007.Ausgezeichnet: Virginia Young Readers Program Master List, 2007.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere and many of us will have to pass through the valley of the shadow of death again and again before we reach the mountain tops of our desires.'After twenty-seven years in prison, Nelson Mandela finally walked free in February 1990. This collection of his articles, speeches, letters from underground, and the transcripts from his trials vividly demonstrates the charisma and determination of a towering figure in the struggle for racial equality in South Africa. Now in a new edition, No Easy Walk to Freedom is both a vital historical document and a chronicle of the life and thoughts of one of the greatest campaigners for freedom the world has known.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - If Slocum is on your trail, draw your last breathIt's the closest shave Slocum's ever hadand that's saying plenty. But rescuing a dark-haired beauty seconds ahead of Apache war parties is just the start of one long nightmare ride that leads to Raul Gomez, an outlaw who's using the raids to burn a path of terror and destruction throughout Texas. Slocum vows to personally track Gomez and his army deep into hostile territory. Slocum may be outnumbered and sorely outgunned, but that won't stop him from bringing war to this mad dog with his own special brand of hell.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In a classic story from #1 New York Times bestselling author Iris Johansen, two strangers navigate the territory of their heartsand the irresistible pull of desire. After taking a break from pop stardom to turn his musical hand to composingearning both a Tony and an Oscar for his effortsRex Brody is making a triumphant return to performing with a sold-out, coast-to-coast tour. But he has one crucial stop to make first: his aunt's home in New Hampshire. A local psychic is bilking his beloved aunt, and Rex is seeing red. But when he meets the woman's gorgeous niece, his anger quickly yields to desire. Rex Brody always gets what he wants . . . and what he wants is to take this beautiful brunette on the road with him. Tamara Ledford lives a quiet life in a rural community, and she's quite happy with it. As a skilled herbalist and canny businesswoman, she's making a name for herselfeven if her reputation in other areas dates back to her high school years. Though she tries to be as discreet and reserved as possible, there's a sultry woman burning at her core. But when the arrogant and extremely intriguing Rex Brody makes a play for her, Tamara fights her instincts. Their chemistry seems highly combustible, but can a small-town girl really find happiness with big-time star.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - As a former Agent of Death, Madeline Black is no stranger to witnessing violent ends. But being the one to cause them is an entirely different storyDespite her having saved Chicago from a vampire invasion, the Agency wants to get Maddy off their payrollpermanently. With the deadly Retrievers hot on her trail, she has no choice but to trust Nathaniel to port her to safety. But even the exotic and dangerous world that she winds up in is not as peaceful as she would have hoped. Caught in a turf war between a group of fae and a disturbingly familiar foe, Maddy soon discovers that the twisted plots of her grandfather, Lucifer, and his brothers extend even into this unknown realm.Now, with enemies gathering on all sides, Maddy's fate is looking darker than ever. And to protect her unborn son from her adversaries, she may have to tap into a power she hoped never to access.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The second Family Secrets novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Right Behind You and Find Her.Three siblings searching for the truth about their family are about to find more than they bargained for.? When Tamara Allistair lost her family, she quickly learned that the only person she could rely on was herself. Now Tamara wants revenge against the man who wronged her. But going after a target with far-reaching connections is a dangerous gamble, and soon Tamara is the one being threatened. A man with his own share of family issues, ex-marine C. J. MacNamara knows that protecting Tamara is the right thing to do. Keeping her safe is no easy task, but getting her to trust him is an entirely different challenge. As Tamara attempts to right a wrong ten years in the making, C.J. puts his own life on the line to protect the woman who is more worthy of love than anyone he's ever known.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When Olivia Limoges and other Oyster Bay patrons of the arts sponsor a retreat for famous storytellers, one of them is going to have a very unhappy endingOlivia thought gathering some of the most renowned storytellers in one place would be a nice, simple way for herself and the Bayside Book Writers to appreciate their talents. But things take a dark turn when the most famous storyteller in the nationthe captivating performer Violetta Devereauxannounces onstage that she will meet her end in Oyster Bay.When Violetta is discovered murdered after the show, everyone involved with the retreat becomes a suspect. There are rumors that Violetta, who grew up in extreme poverty in the Appalachian Mountains, possessed an invaluable treasure. Now Chief Rawlings and the Bayside Book Writers must work at a frenzied pace to solve the crime before someone closes the book on them.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An electrifying story about love and new life from the international phenomenon, Karl Ove Knausgaard.This is a book about leaving your wife and everything you know.It is about fresh starts, about love, about friendship. It is also about the earth-shattering experience of becoming a father, the mundane struggles of family life, ridiculously unsuccessful holidays, humiliating antenatal music classes, fights with quarrelsome neighbours, the emotional strains of childrens' birthday parties and pushing a pram around Stockholm when all you really want to do is write.This is a book about one man's life but, somehow, about everyone else's too.'Compelling, rewarding.breathtaking' Observer; Nominiert: Independent Foreign Fiction Prize, 2014.Nominiert: I.M.P.A.C. Dublin Award, 2015.Nominiert: Warwick Prize for Writing, 2015.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Longarm needs to even the score with some ladies of the evening.When Deputy U.S. Marshal Custis Long's boss, Billy Vail, sends him to the town of Salt Springs in New Mexico Territory to investigate a possibly crooked lawman, he needs a good cover. Whiskey salesman, wandering gambler, and doctor specializing in female complaints are all ruled out. Land speculator should be safe, Billy decides. But Longarm still manages to get himself into some trouble when he books a room in the town's only hotel, which also happens to be a brothel. Longarm quickly learns there's more going on behind closed doors than good times. Some of the ladies of the world's oldest profession may be moonlightingas stagecoach robbers.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In this joyous and whimsical holiday novel, Debbie Macomber rings in the season with the return of Shirley, Goodness, and Mercy, deliveringlaughs, love, and a charming dose of angelic intervention. Shirley, Goodness, and Mercy know that an angel's work is never done, especially during a time as wondrous as New Year's Eve. With an apprentice angel, Will, under their wings, they descend upon Times Square in New York City eager to join in the festivities. And when Will spies two lonely strangers in the crowd, he decides midnight is the perfect time to lend a heavenly helping hand. Lucie Farrara and Aren Fairchild meet after bumping into each otherseemingly by accidentin Times Square on New Year's Eve. They immediately hit it off and find they have a lot in common: Lucie is a burgeoning chef and Aren is a respected food critic. But just as quickly as they're brought together, another twist of fate tears them apart, leaving Lucie and Aren with no way to reconnect. A year later, Lucie is the chef of an acclaimed new restaurant and Aren is a successful columnist for a major New York newspaper. For all the time that's passed, the two have not forgotten their one serendipitous eveningand neither have Shirley, Goodness, Mercy, and Will. To reunite the young couple, the angels cook up a brilliant plan: mix true love, a second chance, and a generous sprinkle of mischief to create an unforgettable Christmas miracle.Praise for Angels at the Table "This delightful mix of romance, humor, hope and happenstance is the perfect recipe for holiday cheer."Examiner "Rings in Christmas in tried-and-true Macomber style, with romance and a touch of heavenly magic."Kirkus Reviews "The angels' antics are a hugely hilarious and entertaining bonus to a warm love story."Bookreporter "[A] sweetly charming holiday romance."Library Journal.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A man refuses to rest until he finds his family's killer in this pulse-pounding tale of the American West.No child should have to witness what twelve-year-old Cord Malone sees the day his parents are murdered and his home burned to the ground. After he's rescued from the blaze by his Uncle Jesse, the terrible images haunt him, as does the name of the man responsible: Eli Creed.Jesse tries to track Creed down, only to lose the man's trail. But Cord won't give up. He waits out his young years before setting out on a trail long gone coldand one day, he will satisfy the need for revenge that burns inside him.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Perfect for fans of Clive Cussler and Dan Brown, Pharaoh is a pulse-pounding new adventure starring intrepid marine archaeologist Jack Howard, on the trail of a shattering revelation about an ancient secret buried deep under the Egyptian pyramids. 1351 BC: Akhenaten the Sun-Pharaoh rules supreme in Egypt . . . until the day he casts off his crown and mysteriously disappears into the desert, his legacy seemingly swallowed up by the remote sands beneath the Great Pyramids of Giza. AD 1884: A British soldier serving in the Sudan stumbles upon an incredible discovery--a submerged temple containing evidence of a terrifying religion whose god was fed by human sacrifice. The soldier is on a mission to reach General Gordon before Khartoum falls. But he hides a secret of his own. Present day: Jack Howard and his team are excavating one of the most amazing underwater sites they have ever encountered, but dark forces are watching to see what they will find. Diving into the Nile, they enter a world three thousand years back in history, inhabited by a people who have sworn to guard the greatest secret of all time. Praise for Pharaoh '[David Gibbins's] love of archaeology and of diving really brings these books to life. . . . Add to this . . . a true passion for history and a writing skill that has grown book by book. By the time we get to Pharaoh the series is a serious example of how this genre should be written; it does not get much better than this. . . . Gibbins makes the astounding seem more than plausible, he writes the history in such a way that the myth feels factual or at least highly plausible, and it's more that just places and names; it's a philosophical undertone to the extended plot, to the ethos of Jack Howard and his search for the facts and the truth. . . . History, mystery and myth all brought together to astound the reading senses . . . a true leader of his genre and his art.'--Parmenion Books 'Utterly absorbing . . . When the adventure is as exciting as it is here, it is too good not to be allowed to speak for itself. . . . Put aside your assumptions of what a thriller should be and instead immerse yourself in one of the best historical adventures you'll read this year.'--For Winter Nights Praise for David Gibbins 'What do you get if you cross Indiana Jones with Dan Brown Answer: David Gibbins.'--Daily Mirror (U.K.), on Atlantis 'An exciting mix of fact and fiction, with shades of Clive Cussler and Indiana Jones.'--York Evening Press, on Crusader Gold. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - "Fast-paced . . . layered with both tenderness and fun . . . Coben [is] a gifted storyteller."The Denver PostIn his seventh Myron Bolitar thriller, Edgar Award winner Harlan Coben brings us his most astonishingand deeply personalnovel yet. And it all begins when Myron's ex tells him he's a father . . . of a dying thirteen-year-old boy."A terrific novel . . . Coben's professionalism is clear from every paragraph in the book."The Boston GlobeA surprise visit from an ex-girlfriend is unsettling enough. But Emily Downing's news brings Myron to his knees. Her son Jeremy is dying and needs a bone marrow transplant from a donor who has vanished without a trace. Then comes the real shocker: Jeremy is Myron's son, conceived the night before Emily's wedding to another man. Myron is determined to help him. But finding the missing donor means cracking open a dark mystery that involves a broken family, a brutal kidnapping spree, and the FBI. And as doubts emerge about Jeremy's true paternity, a child vanishes, igniting a chain reaction of heartbreaking truth and chilling revelation.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Laugh and learn with fun facts about cats, from domestic to wild, kittens to cubs, and moreall told in Dr. Seuss's beloved rhyming styleand starring the Cat in the Hat! "I'm the Cat in the Hat. Let us leave right away to see all the cats we can see in one day." The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! Travel aboard the Kitty-Cat-Copter and learn: how cats fit through small spaces how they use their whiskers why their eyes glow in the dark and much more!Perfect for story time and for the youngest readers, What Cat Is That All About Cats also includes an index, glossary, and suggestions for further learning. Look for more books in the Cat in the Hat's Learning Library series!If I Ran the Horse Show: All About HorsesClam-I-Am! All About the BeachMiles and Miles of Reptiles: All About ReptilesA Whale of a Tale! All About Porpoises, Dolphins, and WhalesSafari, So Good! All About African WildlifeThere's a Map on My Lap! All About MapsOh, the Lavas That Flow! All About VolcanoesOut of Sight Till Tonight! All About Nocturnal AnimalsOnce upon a Mastodon: All About Prehistoric MammalsOh Say Can You Say What's the Weather Today All About WeatherThe Cat on the Mat: All About Mindfulness. Ruiz, Aristides; Mathieu, Joe (illustrator).…