Harpercollins nov 2019 (84 risultati)

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'STYLISH, ALLURING, UTTERLY GRIPPING' Observer 'LIKE NOTHING YOU HAVE EVER READ BEFORE' Red 384 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'STYLISH, ALLURING, UTTERLY GRIPPING' Observer 'LIKE NOTHING YOU HAVE EVER READ BEFORE' Red 384 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas, WJECLevel & Subject: GCSE 9-1 English LiteratureNext exam: June 2027Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationLevel & Subject: International AS & A Level Literature in EnglishNext exam: June 2026This edition of Much Ado About Nothing is perfect for GCSE-level and A-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes.- Affordable high quality complete play for Much Ado About Nothing, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and Cambridge A Level- Demystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentary- Set the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretations- Recall plot summaries at the beginning of each scene- Support GCSE and A level revision and essay writing with theme and character indexes- Help students with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeare's life and times.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Exam board: AQA, Edexcel; CXCLevel & Subject: GCSE 9-1 English Literature; CSEC® English BNext exams: 2027This edition of The Tempest is perfect for GCSE-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes.- Affordable high quality complete play for The Tempest, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and CSEC- Demystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentary- Set the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretations- Recall plot summaries at the beginning of each scene- Support GCSE and CSEC revision and essay writing with theme and character indexes- Help students with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeare's life and times.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware -A girl determined to follow her dream persuades two friends to join her for an off-the-grid adventure that becomes a survival story as they confront storms, illness, injury, and a gang of international jewel thieves.Desperate to meet up with her unpredictable father, quiet Alice persuades two friends to abandon their boarding school's orienteering exercise and head for a remote, inaccessible island. As they confront storms, illness, injury, and a gang of international jewel thieves, the quest tests their courage and loyalty and strengthens the bonds of friendship. Readers will cheer the runaways on, laugh with them at their foibles, and share Alice's pleasure in overcoming the obstacles that stand in her way. This combination adventure, school story, and family story will delight fans of all three genres.For Alice and her friends, what begins as a simple runaway plan spirals into a true test of courage- Boarding School Runaways: When a school camping trip becomes a chance to escape, Alice, Jesse, and Fergus trade their maps for a real adventure.- A Survival Story for Kids: From raging storms to unexpected injuries on a remote Scottish island, the trio must rely on each other to make it through.- Found Family: A quiet writer, a by-the-book orienteer, and a hilarious prankster must become a team if they hope to succeed.- An Unexpected Mystery: Their search for Alice's father takes a dangerous turn when they realize they aren't the only ones on the island. 272 pp. Englisch. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Explore the lives of bison with Ranger Rick in this beginning reader with full-color photos of bison in the wild!What if you wished you were a bison and then you became one Could you talk like a bison, with grunts and snorts Could you eat like a bison, chomping lots and lots of grass And would you want to Find out!Ranger Rick explorers can learn all about bison in this reader full of fascinating facts, vivid wildlife photographs, a Wild Words glossary, and a hands-on activity that teaches kids how to to play bison Frisbee!Ranger Rick, the iconic raccoon ambassador from Ranger Rick magazines, engages young readers by comparing and contrasting the life of the bison to the life of the reader. For example, a call-out from Ranger Rick asks: would you rather take a bath or wallow in the dirt Ranger Rick: I Wish I Was a Bison is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.Whether shared at home or in a classroom, theshort sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books supportsuccess for children eagerto start reading on their own. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - For the child who says, 'I want to be a pilot when I grow up!'And for any child who wants a gentle behind-the-scenes look at being a pilot.Pilots fly airplanes! Did you know that there are many different kinds of pilots When Aunt Ro and I visit the Air Fair, I meet pilots who fly seaplanes, hot air balloons, cargo planesand more!I Want to Be a Pilot is part of an I Can Read series that introduces young readers to important community helpers. This Level One I Can Read is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.Whether shared at home or in a classroom, theshort sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books supportsuccess for children eagerto start reading on their own.For anyone looking forbooks about community helpers for kids, the I Can Read My Community books are a great choice. The books are bright and upbeat and feature characters who are diversein terms of gender, race, age, and body type. Kids ages 3-6 will enjoy finding out more about the people who do so much to help all of our communities. Echeverri, Catalina (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Level: KS2Subject: MathsSuitable for 2027 SATsTargeted SATs practice questions in the format of the paperThere's no better way to boost your child's confidence and make sure they're prepared for the 2027 SATs than with plenty of realistic practice! This amazing SATs practice resource from Collins includes two full sets of practice papers in the style of the actual KS2 Maths test, fully up-to-date for 2027.- 2 complete sets of KS2 Maths practice papers- Answers and guidance for marking included to help your kids with SATs Maths- Up-to-date for the 2027 Key Stage 2 tests- Pairs perfectly with other books in the Collins KS2 SATs practice range for extra studyFor even more study and practice, try our KS2 Maths Reasoning SATs Question Book (9780008201630), Year 6 Maths Targeted Practice Workbook (9780008175498), or our KS2 SATs Maths Study Book (9780008112769) and Practice Workbook (9780008112783).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The perfect children's book to curl up with.A beautiful and heart-wrenching middle grade debut for kids aged 9 to 11, full of love, healing, friendship and hope. Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson's Tracey Beaker, Cathy Cassidy, Pax and Gill Lewis. When eleven-year-old Addie goes to stay with a foster family on a remote Exmoor farm in the midst of a very cold winter, she is full of hurt, anger and a deep mistrust of everyone around her. Until one day, when she rescues a tiny wild foal from the moorland snow and Addie discovers that perhaps she's not so alone after all. And as adventure and unexpected friendship blossom, Addie is determined that both of them will know what is to be home again soon . A beautifully written, warm read for anyone looking for a gorgeous family book to read together and to capture the imagination of young horse fans too.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware -A girl determined to follow her dream persuades two friends to join her for an off-the-grid adventure that becomes a survival story as they confront storms, illness, injury, and a gang of international jewel thieves.Desperate to meet up with her unpredictable father, quiet Alice persuades two friends to abandon their boarding school's orienteering exercise and head for a remote, inaccessible island. As they confront storms, illness, injury, and a gang of international jewel thieves, the quest tests their courage and loyalty and strengthens the bonds of friendship. Readers will cheer the runaways on, laugh with them at their foibles, and share Alice's pleasure in overcoming the obstacles that stand in her way. This combination adventure, school story, and family story will delight fans of all three genres.For Alice and her friends, what begins as a simple runaway plan spirals into a true test of courage- Boarding School Runaways: When a school camping trip becomes a chance to escape, Alice, Jesse, and Fergus trade their maps for a real adventure.- A Survival Story for Kids: From raging storms to unexpected injuries on a remote Scottish island, the trio must rely on each other to make it through.- Found Family: A quiet writer, a by-the-book orienteer, and a hilarious prankster must become a team if they hope to succeed.- An Unexpected Mystery: Their search for Alice's father takes a dangerous turn when they realize they aren't the only ones on the island. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'STYLISH, ALLURING, UTTERLY GRIPPING' Observer 'LIKE NOTHING YOU HAVE EVER READ BEFORE' Red.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - "This book is the song of my middle-school heart." Michelle Schusterman, author of the I Heart Band! seriesSam knows she wants to be a drummer. But she doesn't know how to afford a drum kit, or why budget cuts end her school's music program, or why her parents argue so much, or even how to explain her dream to other people. But drums sound all the time in Sam's head, and she'd do just about anything to play them out loudeven lie to her family if she has to. Will the cost of chasing her dream be too high An exciting new voice in contemporary middle grade, Mike Grosso creates a determined heroine readers will identify with and cheer for.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - "Kathryn Lasky's latest is a sleight-of-hand that will have you clapping your hands. With the brio and big-heart that characterizes all of Lasky's work, this opening salvo of a new series can be heralded with trumpet fanfares and clouds of rose petals." Gregory Maguire, author ofWickedandEgg & SpoonFor fans of the Royal Diaries series and Gail Carson Levine, Newbery Honor-winning author Kathryn Lasky delivers the first enchanting adventure in a compelling new middle grade series about a newly orphaned girl whofinds herself time-travelling between the present day and the court of the two most memorable English princesses in history.Life used to be great for Rose: full of friends, a loving mom, and a growing fashion blog.But when her mother dies in a car crash, Rose is sent away to live with a strange grandmother she hardly knows and forced to attend a new school where mean girls ridicule her at every turn.The only place Rose finds refuge is in her grandmother's greenhouse. But one night she sees a strange light glowing from within it. She goes to investigate.and finds herself transported back five hundred years to Hatfield Palace, where she becomes servant and confidant of the banished princess Elizabeth, daughter of King Henry VIII.Rose soon discovers something else amazinga locket with two mysterious images inside it, both clues to her own past. Could the greenhouse portal offer answers to the mysteries of her family.and their secrets. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - "The French Revolution comes alive through the eyes of six diverse and complex women, in the skilled hands of these amazing authors."--Martha Hall Kelly, New York Times bestselling author of Lilac GirlsA breathtaking, epic novel illuminating the hopes, desires, and destinies of princesses and peasants, harlots and wives, fanatics and philosophersseven unforgettable women whose paths cross during one of the most tumultuous and transformative events in history: the French Revolution.Ribbons of Scarlet is a timely story of the power of women to start a revolutionand change the world.In late eighteenth-century France, women do not have a place in politics.But as the tide of revolution rises, women from gilded salons to the streets of Paris decide otherwiseupending a world order that has long oppressed them.Blue-blooded Sophie de Grouchy believes in democracy, education, and equal rights for women, and marries the only man in Paris who agrees. Emboldened to fight the injustices of King Louis XVI, Sophie aims to prove that an educated populace can govern itself--but one of her students, fruit-seller Louise Audu, is hungrier for bread and vengeance than learning. When the Bastille falls and Louise leads a women's march to Versailles, the monarchy is forced to bend, but not without a fight. The king's pious sister Princess Elisabeth takes a stand to defend her brother, spirit her family to safety, and restore the old order, even at the risk of her head.But when fanatics use the newspapers to twist the revolution's ideals into a new tyranny, even the women who toppled the monarchy are threatened by the guillotine. Putting her faith in the pen, brilliant political wife Manon Roland tries to write a way out of France's blood-soaked Reign of Terror while pike-bearing Pauline Leon and steely Charlotte Corday embrace violence as the only way to save the nation. With justice corrupted by revenge, all the women must make impossible choices to survive--unless unlikely heroine and courtesan's daughter Emilie de Sainte-Amaranthe can sway the man who controls France's fate: the fearsome Robespierre. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - An incredible psychological crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat from the Top Ten Sunday Times bestselling author'This is creepy storytelling of the highest order: spine-chilling and difficult to put down' Daily MailA race against time to save her child.In seven days, Maggie's son, Max, turns three. But she's not planning a party or buying presents or updating his baby book. She's dreading it. Because in her world, third birthdays are the days on which the unthinkable happens. she loses her child.For the last twelve years Maggie has been imprisoned in a basement. Abducted aged fifteen, she gave birth to two sons before Max, and on their third birthdays her captor came and took them from her.She cannot let it happen again. But she has no idea how to stop it. And the clock is ticking.'Great hook, fast-paced, fully engrossing. Don't miss out - read it now!' Sam Carrington, author of The Missing Wife'A superb read for suspense fans, this taut thriller will have you racing for the finish'Heat'A gripping page turner'Closer'An expert at crafting chilling scenes that will instantly capture a reader's imagination'Woman & Home'Evocative writing and emotional rawness'Woman's Weekly'By far the best proof I've received this year'Reviews by Chloe'OMG - WOW!!! I have no other words.go buy and read this book now, it is that AMAZING!' Rachel's Random Reads'WHAT. A. RIDE. The adrenaline raced through me as I read this jaw-dropping thriller'Emma's Biblio Treasures'I couldn't put the story down'Jaffa Reads Too'An addictive, tense and chilling read' The Book Review Cafe.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Cosy up at the Comfort Food Cafe for a romance that isn't just for Christmas.'You'll devour this book in one go' Woman's Weekly'As cosy as a buttered crumpet' Sunday Times bestseller Milly Johnson\*Don't miss out on the new Comfort Food Cafe novel and return to Budbury for a Christmas to remember\*Christmas has never been Katie Seddon's favourite time of year. Whilst everyone else shares memories of families coming together and festive number ones, the soundtrack to Katie's childhood wasn't quite so merry.But since she moved to the village of Budbury on the gorgeous Dorset coast, Katie and her baby son have found a new family. A family who have been brought together by life's unexpected roads and the healing magic of a slice of cake and a cupful of kindess at the Comfort Food Café.This year, Katie's new friends are determined to give her a Christmas to remember, and with a gorgeous newcomer in town, Katie's Christmas wish for a happy home for her son might just come true.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The third stunning thriller in the Kate Brannigan series, from No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Val McDermid.'This is crime writing of the very highest order' The TimesManchester-based private eye Kate Brannigan thought it would be safe to let her boyfriend help out with her investigation. But now he's behind bars and she's been left caring for his eight-year-old son.Soon Kate finds herself drawn into the world of drug traffickers, child pornographers, and violent gangland enforcers - bringing her face to face with death in the most terrifying investigation of her career.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The gripping sequel to A Woman of Substance (now a major new tv series) and Hold The Dream.The spirit of Emma Harte lives on in her granddaughter, Paula O'Neill. Paula must act with daring and courage to preserve her formidable grandmother's glittering empire and to protect it from unscrupulous enemies - so that Emma's precious dream lives on for the next generation.Moving from Yorkshire to Hong Kong and America, this remarkable drama is played out against a backdrop of the world of the wealthy and privileged, where the glamour is underscored by jealousy and treachery. The unorthodox and endlessly fascinating Harte family drama continues.'A compulsive read'Daily Mail.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The second gripping thriller in the Kate Brannigan series, from No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Val McDermid.'No one can plot or tell a story like McDermid' ExpressPI Kate Brannigan is hired to investigate a series of strange financial scams across Manchester. At first it looks like a discrepancy with the paperwork, but the deeper Kate digs, the murkier the case becomes.Before long she's up to her neck in crooked land deals - and murder - and her own life is on the line.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Gripping and tense story of secret agents, even more secret government facilities, and a deadly virus, from the acclaimed master of action and suspense.Mordon Chemical Research Centre: an ultra top secret facility hidden in the English countryside and one of the most secure places in the world. But now it has been broken into and the Satan Bug, the deadliest toxin in the world, has been stolen.Private detective Pierre Cavell is recruited by the British Secret Service to investigate, and it soon becomes clear that not everyone is who they seem.And then a letter is sent giving the authorities just 72 hours to meet the thief's outrageous demands. There is no way they can pay the ransom, but if they refuse he will release the virus.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The fourth riveting thriller in the Kate Brannigan series, from No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Val McDermid.'The Queen of Crime is still at the top of her game' IndependentWhen a Monet is stolen from a stately home, Manchester-based private eye Kate Brannigan goes head to head with organized crime as she hunts the thieves through Europe.Meanwhile, someone is leaving a trail of bodies across the Northwest. As Kate confronts some harsh truths in her own life, the case stretches her love and loyalty to its limits.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The stunning first novel in the Kate Brannigan series, from No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Val McDermid.'This is crime writing of the very highest order' The TimesIntroducing Kate Brannigan, Manchester's most-loved private detective - a woman who won't take no for an answer.As a favour, Kate agrees to track down a missing songwriter, Moria Pollock. It was supposed to be a nice simple case, but the search soon leads Kate into the dark underworld of Leeds, Manchester and Bradford - and finally to a shocking confrontation with a killer.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The USA TODAY bestseller!Inspired by the brave women of WWII, this is a moving and powerful novel of friendship, love and resilience for fans of My Name is Eva, The Alice Network and The Tattooist of Auschwitz.A story of love not a story of a war.A daring WWII pilot who grew up among the clouds, Juliet Caron's life was one of courage, adventure - and a love torn apart by war. Every nook of her Cornish cottage is alive with memories just waiting to be discovered.Katherine Henderson has escaped to Cornwall for Christmas, but she soon finds there is more to her holiday cottage than meets the eye. And on the eve of Juliet's 100th birthday, Katherine is enlisted to make an old lady's final Christmas wish come true.Me Before You meets The English Patient in this stunning romantic historical novel'I loved it' Jill MansellReaders love The Last Letter from Juliet'OK. I've finished the book. Holy \*\*\*\*\*\*.I had to keep taking breaks in the last 15% just so I didn't break down in a flood of tears' Zoe Hartgen'Read the first chapter and I. Was. HOOKED!' Skye's Mum'If you only read one book this year make it The Last Letter from Juliet' Tracey Shults'I just couldn't put it down until finished' Jeanette'Captures those stolen moments in dangerous and desperate times.beautiful, nostalgic and emotional' Cheryl M-M'Jam packed full of emotion.I don't usually read historical fiction but I'm so glad I read this' Jennie Scanlan'I can highly recommendthis beautiful tale of love, sacrifice, friendship, courage and so much more' Nessa Stimpson.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - A gripping Kate Brannigan thriller, from No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Val McDermid.'Val McDermid remains unrivalled' ObserverManchester PI Kate Brannigan finds herself with no choice but to take the only case on offer: bodyguarding a paranoid soap star.But the glitzy world of showbusiness has a darker side. And as Kate scratches the surface, she uncovers dramas, threats and bitter rivalries. And when a self-styled 'Seer to the Stars' is murdered, Kate is left with more questions than answers.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - A riveting Kate Brannigan thriller, from No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Val McDermid.'Val McDermid remains unrivalled' ObserverKate Brannigan's having a bad week. Her boyfriend's death notice is in the paper and her plan to catch a team of fraudsters is in disarray.Kate can't even cry on her best friend's shoulder, for Alexis has worries of her own. Her girlfriend's pregnant, and when the doctor responsible for the fertility treatment is murdered, Alexis needs Kate like she's never done before.Delving into the alien world of medical experimentation, Kate confronts betrayal and cold-blooded greed as she fights to save not only her livelihood, but her life as well.…

Kombiprodukt. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Level: KS2Subject: Maths & EnglishSuitable for 2027 SATsTargeted SATs practice questions in the format of the paperThere's no better way to boost your child's confidence and make sure they're prepared for the 2027 SATs than with plenty of realistic practice! This amazing SATs practice resource from Collins includes four full sets of practice papers in the style of the actual KS2 Maths and English tests, fully up-to-date for 2027.- 4 complete sets of KS2 Maths and English practice papers- Answers and guidance for marking included to help your kids with SATs- Up-to-date for the 2027 Key Stage 2 tests- Pairs perfectly with other books in the Collins KS2 SATs practice range for extra studyFor even more study and practice, try our KS2 SATs Study Guides for Maths (9780008112769) and English (9780008112752) as well as our KS2 SATs Practice Workbooks for Maths (9780008112783) and English (9780008112776). …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware -The official children's book to the Netflix original documentary series, Our Planet, with a foreword by Sir David Attenborough.This glorious visual celebration of the natural world combines extraordinary photography from the series with stunning illustrations from acclaimed artist, Richard Jones. Lose yourself in icy landscapes, dense jungles and endless oceans. Learn how our fascinating habitats, and the plants and creatures living there, interconnect to create the one place we all call home - Our Planet.This beautifully written and informative book for children has an uplifting message of hope that will strike a chord with all the family. The perfect gift for families the world over to treasure forever.'You will be among the next characters who can, if they wish, tell the most extraordinary story of all - how human beings in the twenty-first century came to their senses and started to protect Planet Earth' Sir David Attenborough 96 pp. Englisch. Jones, Richard (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - A sharp and provocative new essay collection from the award-winning author of Freedom and The Corrections In The End of the End of the Earth, which gathers essays and speeches written mostly in the past five years, Jonathan Franzen returns with renewed vigour to the themes - both human and literary - that have long preoccupied him. Whether exploring his complex relationship with his uncle, recounting his young adulthood in New York, or offering an illuminating look at the global seabird crisis, these pieces contain all the wit and disabused realism that we've come to expect from Franzen. Taken together, these essays trace the progress of a unique and mature mind wrestling with itself, with literature and with some of the most important issues of our day, made more pressing by the current political milieu. The End of the End of the Earth is remarkable, provocative and necessary.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware -The official children's book to the Netflix original documentary series, Our Planet, with a foreword by Sir David Attenborough.This glorious visual celebration of the natural world combines extraordinary photography from the series with stunning illustrations from acclaimed artist, Richard Jones. Lose yourself in icy landscapes, dense jungles and endless oceans. Learn how our fascinating habitats, and the plants and creatures living there, interconnect to create the one place we all call home - Our Planet.This beautifully written and informative book for children has an uplifting message of hope that will strike a chord with all the family. The perfect gift for families the world over to treasure forever.'You will be among the next characters who can, if they wish, tell the most extraordinary story of all - how human beings in the twenty-first century came to their senses and started to protect Planet Earth' Sir David Attenborough. Jones, Richard (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and Elektronisches Buchs available.It was only a tiny stalactite and I didn't know it would make the tunnel cave in if I snapped it off . Find out what really happened on Oak Class's school trip, told through field trip reports written by the pupils. This humorous and unusual story was written by Martin Howard.Lime Plus/Band 11+ books provide challenging plots and vocabulary as well as opportunities to practise inference, prediction and reading stamina.Pages 46 and 47 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities. Tondora, Judit (illustratore).…