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Abstract: The Young Hornblower - a truly formidable force in His Majesty's Service The seventeen-year-old Hornblower became notorious as soon as he stepped on board ship - as the midshipman who was seasick in Spithead. But he was soon to gain his sea legs. Amid battle, action and adventure he proves himself time and time again - courageous in danger, resourceful in moments of difficulty and decisive in times of trouble. The reader stands right beside him as he prepares to fight his first duel, feels the heat as he battles to control a blazing ship and shares his horror as he experiences for the first time the panic of the Plague. This omnibus edition contains: Mr Midshipman Hornblower Lieutenant Hornblower Hornblower and the 'Hotspur'

Abstract: Protagonista silenzioso e affascinante di questo libro è il Tamigi, che scorre da secoli nel cuore di Londra. Dai tempi della conquista romana ad oggi, sulle sue rive si animano e si intrecciano le vicende di personaggi indimenticabili, da Julius, il giovane falsario di monete romane, a Dame Barnikel, proprietario della taverna frequentata da Chaucer, a Edmund Meredith e al gruppo di attori del Globe Theatre di Shakespeare, alla piccola Lucy che sembra uscire da un romanzo di Dickens. Attraverso i loro occhi vediamo crescere la città, vediamo sorgere uno dopo l'altro i monumenti che ancora oggi la caratterizzano, e siamo messi a confronto con i personaggi che hanno fatto la sua grandezza, con gli eventi che hanno segnato il suo destino.

Abstract: Se ai tempi di Wilde era l'omosessualità a obbligare al segreto e a nascondersi, a essere proibita e soggetta al carcere, oggi la diversità della sofferenza può essere incarnata dalla malattia del ventesimo secolo, che è diventata simbolo di sacrificio, vera e propria cultura, sostiene Gaia Servadio. Del resto, non è vero, anche se è stato spesso ripetuto, che Wilde scrisse Salomè pensando a Sarah Bernhardt: era Alfred Douglas la persona che aveva ispirato la sua concezione del personaggio. Wilde scrisse l'opera originariamente in francese, per poi assistere e aiutare Douglas nella sua traduzione inglese. In quest'edizione sono presentate entrambe le versioni dell'opera.

Abstract: L'assassinio del padre e la sfrenata sensualità della madre inducono il giovane Amleto a sentirsi prigioniero in un mondo di inganni e corruzione, ma le molte angustie e indecisioni non gli impediscono di portare a termine la propria vendetta.

Abstract: A collection of ten short stories featuring the world's best-loved puppy and his friends - each just the right length for young children who have begun to read for themselves.

Abstract: These books feature interactive touch and feel pages and precious stories that will stimulate children's curiosity and make learning about the natural world an entertaining experience. Endearing animal characters and beautifully illustrated, nature-inspired settings encourage youngsters to ask for these books time and time again.

Abstract: What secrets lie behind the doors at Misselthwaite Manor? Recently arrived at her uncle's estate, orphaned Mary Lennox is spoiled, sickly, and certain she won't enjoy living there. Then she discovers the arched doorway into an overgrown garden, shut up since the death of her aunt ten years earlier. Mary soon begins transforming it into a thing of beauty--unaware that she is changing too. But Misselthwaite hides another secret, as mary discovers one night. High in a dark room, away from the rest of the house, lies her young cousin, Colin, who believes he is an incurable invalid, destined to die young. His tantrums are so frightful, no one can reason with him. If only, Mary hopes, she can get Colin to love the secret garden as much as she does, its magic will work wonders on him.

Abstract: On a visit to the museum for her birthday, Katie climbs into five Impressionist paintings and has wonderful adventures. This delightful fantasy exposes young ones to the works of famous painters. Full color.

Abstract: Bringing joy, laughter, and a warm touch of wisdom to kids young and old, these Peanuts titles feature Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, and the rest of the gang as they cope with life, love, and summer camp in their own hilarious ways.