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Salama Kassab was a pharmacy student with a relatively normal life when the cries for freedom began to break out in Syria. Now, she works as a volunteer at a Homs hospital, helping the wounded who walk through its doors daily. Secretly, she is desperate to find a way to get out of her beloved country before her sister-in-law, Layla, gives birth. So desperate that she has manifested a physical embodiment of her fear in the form of her imaginary partner Khawf, who chases her every move to keep her safe. But even with Khawf pressing her to leave, Salama is torn between her loyalty to her country and her conviction to survive. Of course, when she least expects it, she runs into a boy who changes everything.

In this series of books for young adults, the historical deeds of some of the world's best-known explorers are presented in the format of a novel. Each book contains a photographic or illustrated documentary that prolongs the adventure. Based on actual events, this work of historical fiction introduces young adult readers to the voyage of Vitus Bering to find a secure and reliable route between Russia and the North American continent. Told from the point of view of 12-year-old Laurentz Waxell, the novel captures the sense of promise and adventure as the expedition sets sail from Petropavlovsk and also documents the difficulties of the treacherous journey as it unfolds. The narrative action is supplemented by a full-color insert that provides factual information about the voyage and its historical context. En esta serie de libros para adolescentes, los hechos históricos de algunos de los más reconocidos exploradores del mundo están presentados en formato de novela. Cada libro contiene un cuaderno de fotos o ilustraciones para prolongar la aventura. Basada en hechos reales, esta obra de ficción histórica les presenta a los adolescentes la expedición de Vitus Bering en busca de una ruta segura y fiable entre Rusia y el continente norteamericano. Narrado desde el punto de vista de Laurentz Maxwell, un chaval de 12 años, la novela capta el sentido de aventura y posibilidad mientras el grupo zarpa desde el puerto de Petropavlovsk y documenta también las dificultades del peligroso viaje. La acción narrativa es complementada por un apartado documental a todo color que provee información factual sobre la expedición y su contexto histórico.

A fun twist on the traditional tale of the frog who turned into a prince, this is the story of Saponcio and Saponcia, the king and queen of the lagoon, and of their daughter, the little frog princess. The princess wants a motorcycle, but who has ever heard of a princess on a motorcycle? Her parents will never allow it. In order to get her mind off the motorcycle, the king and queen decide the princess must get married. Who will be chosen? Can a frog princess marry a human prince? And if the frog princess should kiss the human prince, what will she become? Esta divertida versión del cuento tradicional del sapo y la princesa relata con humor la historia del rey Saponcio, la reina Saponcia y su hija, la princesita, quien quiere una moto. ¿Dónde se ha visto a una princesa con una moto? Sus padres no van a permitirlo y por eso deciden que es hora de que se case. ¿Quién será el elegido? ¿Puede una princesa sapo casarse con un príncipe humano? Y si la princesa sapo besa al príncipe humano, ¿en qué se convertirá?

Accompanied by Hermes, the messenger of the gods, on an exciting journey through the myths and legends of ancient Greece, following in the footsteps of Helena, Achilles, Pandora and Hercules. Climb to the top of Olympus, descend into the shadows of Hades, cross the waters of the Aegean, visit the mysterious Atlantis and discover the secrets hidden in each of these places. Live the fascinating adventures of the heroes and heroines whose exploits have shaped the collective imagination of our civilization. Fights, schemes, revenge, tragedies, true love and a good dose of humor. A unique trip, Are we leaving now? Put yourself in the hands of Zeus, son of Cronos, holder of the scepter, to grant you good fortune, a modest spirit, a happy mood, peace for your heart and nobility for your thoughts.

Classics from some of world literature's most renowned authors are meticulously translated for young adult readers in this series of quality hardcovers. Each title includes vibrant illustrations and a full-color section about the author, the work, and the time period in which it was penned. A prose adaptation for young adults of one of Shakespeare's greatest plays, this edition loses none of the romance and tragedy of the original version as it recounts the tale of two ill-fated lovers from feuding families. Color illustrations interspersed throughout the text bring the timeless story to life, and a full-color documentary section provides context and background, lending this handsome edition an educational quality.

Once the Trojan war is over, Ulysses returns to Ithaca where his son Telemachus and his faithful wife Penelope await him. The trip will last ten never-ending years, during which the Greek hero and his comrades suffer all sorts of misadventures. Only cunning skills will help Ulysses to reach his homeland safe and sound.

"Titulo original: Nicholas St. North and the battle of the nightmare king"--T.p. verso.