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Abstract/Sommario: Jane Austen seems to have been born with the comic precision and other-worldly insight she everywhere displays in Sense and Sensibility, her first published novel (1811), which, though revised later, was completed in 1797 at the age of twenty-two. This meticulously constructed story of two sisters with opposing temperaments and romantic inclinations exemplifies the distilled spirit of classicism in English literature.

Abstract/Sommario: Following an afterschool ice-skating excursion, the sibs are anxious to go ice fishing, just like Little Weasel and his father. However, Father has to work, and Mother is too afraid of slipping on the ice. But after learning that their Mother used to be called the “Ice-Fishing Princess,” they put their heads together for some problem solving. Some cutting, hammering and tying later, they present Mother with their invention—a sled-chair that they can tow across the ice to the fishing ho ...; [Leggi tutto...] Following an afterschool ice-skating excursion, the sibs are anxious to go ice fishing, just like Little Weasel and his father. However, Father has to work, and Mother is too afraid of slipping on the ice. But after learning that their Mother used to be called the “Ice-Fishing Princess,” they put their heads together for some problem solving. Some cutting, hammering and tying later, they present Mother with their invention—a sled-chair that they can tow across the ice to the fishing hole. While the children all have fun, they are not as successful as Mother, who proves she still deserves her title.

Abstract/Sommario: Pup, the dog, is in the park: "There's a shark in the park!" he barks...

Abstract/Sommario: In this unique collection, Sherlock co-creators Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss have selected their all-time favourite Sherlock Holmes adventures, providing readers a curated masterclass in crime fiction. Each of these tales is a potent mix of murder, suspense, cryptic clues, red herrings, and revenge a ground-breaking combination of forensic science and bold storytelling. Sherlock Holmes established new rules for what a fictional hero could be, and provided a template for detective stor ...; [Leggi tutto...] In this unique collection, Sherlock co-creators Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss have selected their all-time favourite Sherlock Holmes adventures, providing readers a curated masterclass in crime fiction. Each of these tales is a potent mix of murder, suspense, cryptic clues, red herrings, and revenge a ground-breaking combination of forensic science and bold storytelling. Sherlock Holmes established new rules for what a fictional hero could be, and provided a template for detective stories we still follow today. With introductions by Steven and Mark for each story, this beautifully designed collection is the perfect introduction to the world of Sherlock Holmes and the ultimate gift for fans of the show it inspired.

Abstract/Sommario: Una esilarante ed incredibile avventura per Shrek e Fiona. Con l'aiuto del suo fedele destriero Ciuchino, Shrek affronta una Fata Madrina che realizza pozioni magiche, un pomposo Principe Azzurro e il famoso killer di orchi: il Gatto con gli Stivali. Un feroce felino che in realtà è solo un ... micione!

Abstract/Sommario: His mother was ugly and his father was ugly, but Shrek was uglier than the two of them put together...

Abstract/Sommario: The evil Shadow Witch wants to steal the Everchanging Lights right out of the sky! The Snow Sisters will need all their magic to stop her turning their world dark for ever... In their first adventure, the girls sneak away from their castle for a night-time quest through the frozen forest. Can they find the pink Everchanging Light before the Shadow Witch snatches it for herself?

Abstract/Sommario: El Skippito is back! His doggy pals want to visit the Under Mundo—the underworld—where mummitos rest in peas. But they need El Skippito’s brains and courage to answer the riddle of the Finx and enter the mummy’s tomb. Our hero is up to the task, and he’s in for another whirlwind adventure.

Abstract/Sommario: Some animals like to sleep a lot in the winter and wake up now and then for a meal. They should sleep in their own houses. Two little red squirrels, Rowan and Sorrel, sat in front of a blazing fire of pine cones one winter's evening...