Книги жанра Walker Books
Название: City of Bones
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2013
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Clary Fray is seeing things: vampires in Brooklyn and werewolves in Manhattan. Irresistibly drawn towards a group of sexy demon hunters, Clary encounters the dark side of New York City — and the dangers of forbidden love.
Название: Double Crossing
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2013
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This is the amazing story of a young immigrant's journey to Ellis Island and his life beyond. It's 1908, and David O'Connor, newly orphaned and alone in the world, has had to leave his home in Ireland to go and live with his uncle and aunt in America. His journey to New York and his new life there are tougher than David could ever have imagined, especially when he is harbouring a dark secret which he must take with him to his grave. His incredible story is recorded in his journal, complete with memento's of his journey.
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2012
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Remember Rome for ever with this exquisite cut-paper souvenir. Presented in a beautiful slipcase, this stunning memento features twelve of Rome's most famous sites such as the Colosseum, Roman and Imperial Forums, St Peter's Basilica (Vatican), Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Castle Sant Angelo, Piazza Navona, Vittorio Emanuele II Monument, Capitole Museum and Villa Borghese Gardens. Stylishly illustrated and folding out to a length of 150 cm, this is a perfect souvenir for anyone visiting Italy's capital city. Great things come in small packages, and buyers will be amazed at how much of Rome is folded into this petite box. Printed front and back, twelve famous sites are featured along with brief descriptions/histories in a concertina. Fully extended, the cityscape is almost 5 feet long! This is a nice alternative to a postcard.
Название: A Bedtime for Bear
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2011
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When the impish Mouse comes to spend the night, Bear is in for a rude — and very funny — awakening in this irresistible bedtime story starring the unlikely pair. Bear must have absolute quiet when he goes to bed. He likes to set out his glass of water, adjust his nightcap, fluff up his favourite pillow and then drift peacefully off to sleep. But the effervescent Mouse, small and grey and bright-eyed, finds it terribly hard to be as quiet as a... well, you know. With masterfully paced slapstick humour, droll repartee and comic visual detail, A Bedtime for Bear sees the curmudgeonly Bear and his irrepressible friend Mouse return in a third wry adventure that will have readers of all ages laughing in recognition. This is the longed-for return of the hilariously mismatched pair from the bestselling and award-winning A Visitor for Bear. Another terrific read-aloud picture book that's perfect at any time — not least bedtime! On publication this was Amazon's 'Best of the Month'.
Название: A Present for Father Christmas
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2008
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We all love receiving presents at Christmas, but has anyone ever thought of Father Christmas? One little boy sets out to find him the perfect gift in this festive pop-up adventure! Sam thinks Father Christmas deserves his own present this year. But what might he like as a gift? Something to eat? Something to wear? Or maybe some help delivering all those presents! Join Sam on this wonderful Christmas adventure and enjoy all the festive fun of the pop-up scenes. There's even a chance to peak inside Father Christmas' grotto and glimpse the spectacular 3-D celebrations! You won't believe your eyes!
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2009
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Walker Illustrated Classics is a new series which brings together some of the best-loved stories ever told, illustrated by some of today's finest artists. These exquisitely designed books, with their magnificent words and glorious pictures, are a pleasure to read — and re-read. The classics have never looked so good! This title includes over eighty of the most memorable poems written in the English language, from William Blake's The Tyger to Lewis Carroll's Jabberwocky. Selected by Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and accompanied by his lively biographical sketches and notes and Paul Howard's astonishingly varied illustrations, this is indeed a classic collection.
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2009
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Alice walking through a mirror into a topsy-turvy world. There she meets a host of bizarre characters, including Tweedledum and Tweedledee, Humpty Dumpty and the Red Queen. But is it all a dream?
Название: Moby-Dick: Walker Illustrated Classics
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2009
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Walker Illustrated Classics is a new series which brings together some of the best-loved stories ever told, illustrated by some of today's finest artists. These exquisitely designed books, with their magnificent words and glorious pictures, are a pleasure to read — and re-read. The classics have never looked so good! Haunted by prophesies of his own death, Captain Ahab hunts the vast waters of the Pacific in search of the great white whale that has become his obsession. This towering novel has been sympathetically edited to a tenth of its original length, focussing on the exciting chase at the core of the book, as all but one of the Pequods loyal crew are sacrificed to Ahab's great obsession. A true classic of American literature is brought to life in this lavish illustrated edition.
Название: A Visitor for Bear
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2009
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This is a slapstick comedy of manners featuring a bear who wants to be left alone — but hasn't reckoned on a very determined visitor! Bear doesn't like visitors. He even has a sign to warn them off. So when a small, grey, bright-eyed mouse appears on his doorstep while he's making breakfast, he is furious! And when the unwanted guest turns up again in the cupboard... then in the bread drawer... and then in the teakettle... Bear is beside himself! But it seems the cheeky mouse is determined to stay for tea — and it isn't long before Bear is begging his new friend not to leave. This title presents a humorous story that shows how friendship can sometimes be found when you least expect it. With the expressive cartoon-style art and the warm characterization, Bear and Mouse make a winning double act. Suspense and laughter are guaranteed as the determined mouse keeps on reappearing.
Название: A Birthday for Bear
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2013
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Celebrate curmudgeonly Bear and the irrepressible Mouse in this laugh-out-loud companion to the much-loved A Visitor for Bear, A Bedtime for Bear and The Sniffles for Bear. Bear does not like birthdays. He doesn't like parties or balloons, cards or candles. In fact, Bear does not like anything to do with birthdays at all. He would much rather spend his birthday alone cleaning his house, but Mouse, small and grey and bright-eyed, has other ideas. With a perfectly paced story by Bonny Becker paired with Kady MacDonald Denton's slapstick visual comedy, A Birthday for Bear welcomes young listeners to the party in a new Bear and Mouse picture book ideal for sharing. It is an another laugh-out-loud funny picture book starring the hilariously mismatched friends Bear and Mouse. It is a witty tale of a reluctant birthday celebrant with all the slapstick humour and repartee that readers of Bear and Mouse's escapades have come to expect. It is the perfect birthday gift for any two-to-six-year-old — or even a grumpy (like Bear!) grown-up!
Название: Lizzy Bennet's Diary
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2013
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Published to coincide with the 200th anniversary of Pride and Prejudice, this is a glorious retelling of Jane Austen's most famous novel from the point of view of Lizzy Bennet, its feisty heroine. This is the story of Pride and Prejudice, told through Lizzy Bennet's secret diary. It is a beautifully detailed and completely fresh take on one of the best-loved stories in English literature. Readers will feel as though they've stepped into Austen's world: the book is packed with Lizzy's drawings, pressed flowers, ribbons from her bonnet, hand-written notes to fold out and read, dance cards, invitations, and even a letter from Mr Darcy... 2013 is the 200th anniversary of the publication of Pride and Prejudice. It is a beautifully illustrated retelling of Jane Austen's classic novel. Featuring flaps and fold-out letters, readers will really feel they are looking at Lizzy Bennet's diary. It is the ideal introduction to Jane Austen for those who aren't yet ready to read her novels. It is the perfect gift. Fans of movie and television adaptations of Austen's novels will love this book.
Название: Granny Samurai, the Monkey King and I
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2013
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This is a quirky, off-beat comedy about a boy scribe, a kick-ass granny and a primate with a vendetta... Eccentric young wordsmith Samuel Johnson finds himself home alone while his diplomat uncle is off diverting a crisis in Azerbajan. As Samuel sits penning his memoirs and wondering how to divert the crisis in his own life — namely the big, hairy brute that is Boris Hissocks — he spots the little old lady next door acting very strangely. Is she actually chopping wood with her bare hands? Then the Monkey King comes knocking, and suddenly Samuel's whole world is turned on its head...
Название: Harvey Slumfenburger's Christmas Present
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2004
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It`s Christmas Eve and there is one present left in Father Christmas`s sack. It`s for a small boy called Harvey Slumfenburger, who lives far, far away on top of the Roly Poly Mountain. But no journey is too far for Father Christmas!
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2012
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According to ten-year-old Hank Zipzer, there are many reasons why he shouldn't have to do homework, e.g. every pen he owns has run out of ink, his thoughts are controlled by alien beings, he's allergic to lined paper... Or could it just be that Hank has dyslexia and doesn't want to look stupid? In this first book in the highly popular series, Hank's ingenious plans to avoid doing his homework end in comic disaster as he accidentally floods his classroom.
Название: How to be a Detective
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2012
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In ten easy-to-follow spreads this action-packed guide to sleuthing contains everything you need to know to examine a crime scene, collect evidence, identify suspects and solve the most confounding crimes — just like Sherlock Holmes. This title includes an inkpad for taking fingerprints, make-your-own periscope kit and a fold-out poster with a case to solve. Sherlock Holmes is one of the most well-known fictional characters of all time. He featured in 60 stories and books, written by Arthur Conan Doyle, and has been immortalised in over 100 films and plays.
Название: Pop-up London
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2011
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Explore London in this pop-up tour of one of the world's greatest cities. This title helps you follow the River Thames through the famous, funny and fantastic sights of London from Kew Gardens to the Olympic Village, with amazing interactive pop-up buildings to explore on the way. With ever-inventive Jennie Maizels as your guide, the journey is full of surprises, secrets and spooky stories. Find out where you can see a pair of Queen Victoria's knickers, have a conversation with a floating ghost or see peregrine falcons hunting. Full of fun and facts, this is a delight for all, whether introducing this great city to novices or revealing unknown treats to the capital's long-time fans.
Название: Wind in the Willows
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2009
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A children`s story that presents the adventures of the amiable Mole, the dapper Water Rat and the marvellous Badger as they endeavour to keep the wayward Toad out of trouble.
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2013
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Remember Prague for ever with this beautifully illustrated pocket guide. This cut-paper guide unfolds to a length of 1.5-metres and features the most important sites in Prague, including Prague Castle, St Vitus Cathedral, Petrin Hill, Wallenstein Palace, Charles Bridge, Old-New Synagogue, Golden Lane, Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock, Municipal House, Wenceslas Square, National Theatre and Dancing House. Presented in a beautiful slipcase, this is the perfect gift or souvenir for anyone wishing to remember a trip to Prague. It can be sold in gift, novelty or travel sections. Great for counter displays as it makes the perfect impulse purchase. Presented in a stylish slipcase, it would make a great alternative to a postcard.
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2011
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Remember New York for ever with this exquisite cut-paper souvenir. Presented in a beautiful slipcase, this stunning memento features twelve of New York's most famous sites: the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, the Flat Iron Building, Macy's, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, Times Square, Radio City Music Hall, the Plaza Hotel, Central Park, the Guggenheim Museum and the Yankee Stadium. Stylishly illustrated and folding out to a length of 150 cm, this is a perfect souvenir for anyone visiting America's most famous city.
Название: The Secret Garden
Жанр: Walker Books
Год: 2009
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When orphan Mary Lennox arrives from India to live with her uncle, everyone at Misselthwaite Manor thinks her a most disagreeable child. Then one day she discovers a secret garden. With the help of Dickon and her spoilt, invalid cousin, Colin, Mary brings the garden back to life; and as she does, the mystery behind it is revealed.
