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What would this young woman do with her pen? Well educated and with a gift for writing, Hannah More was set to become one of the leading lights in the literary and artistic circles of the 1700s. Gradually, however, she realised that only Jesus Christ could bring her fulfilment. Hannah More is...

"...a joyful evocation of [Cage's] artistic philosophy..."–The New York Times ★ School Library Journal, starred review ★ Booklist, starred review ★ The Horn Book, starred review Spend a day with composer John Cage—hear what he hears, see what he sees, and get caught up in the music he...

小学生のうちに知っておくと中学生以降の歴史がもっと楽しくなる！ 大人の学び直しにも最適！！ 第31回で紹介するのは、武将たちの争いが絶えなかった戦国時代の文化を深堀していこう！というシリーズ企画の第二弾「南蛮貿易&キリシタンと天正遣欧少年使節」。

小学生のうちに知っておくと中学生以降の歴史がもっと楽しくなる！ 大人の学び直しにも最適！！ 第32回で紹介するのは、武将たちの争いが絶えなかった戦国時代の文化を深堀していこう！というシリーズ企画の第三弾「茶の湯と千利休」。

Learn the Inspiring Story of the All-Star Baseball Left Fielder, Christian Yelich! Listen on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! One of many riveting listens in the Baseball Biography Books series by Clayton Geoffreys. In Christian Yelich: The Inspiring Story of One of Baseball's All-Star Left Fielders, you will learn the story of one of baseball's best left fielders, Christian Yelich. Christian Yelich has accomplished a lot in his baseball career to date.

A children’s adaptation of the incredibly important Why We Kneel, How We Rise, written and narrated by sporting legend Michael Holding – winner of the William Hill Sports BOOK OF THE YEAR prize 2021. This essential adaptation takes kids through the history of racism, and gives them tools to...

In this toe-tapping jazz tribute, the traditional "This Old Man" gets a swinging makeover, and some of the era's best musicians take center stage. Satchmo plays one, Bojangles plays two . . . right on down the line to Charles Mingus, who plays nine, plucking strings that sound "divine." This playful introduction to nine jazz giants will teach children to count—and will give them every reason to get up and dance!

Which Way to Nineveh? brings Bible history to life through the vivid storytelling of Ethel Barrett, “The Story Lady.” From Jonah running from God’s call to Daniel standing firm in Babylon, from Esther risking everything for her people to Nehemiah rebuilding against impossible odds, these stories follow kings, prophets, captives, and ordinary people who had to make difficult choices —and live with the consequences.

Young CeDell Davis learns to play the blues unlike anyone else—with his guitar upside down and a butterknife in his hand—and becomes a legendary musician. For young CeDell Davis, the blues cut straight to his heart. He wanted to play, but he had no instrument. He became an inventor: nailing...

The true story of how Laila Ali went from being the daughter of the beloved boxing champion Muhammad Ali to being an undefeated boxer herself, by nurturing the spark of something great inside her. Are champions born or made? You might look at Laila Ali, the daughter of Muhammad Ali, and think...

Jock of the Bushveld is the classic and much-loved story based on the true experiences of Sir Percy Fitzpatrick and his Staffordshire bull terrier, Jock. The story begins in the 1880s, at the time of the South African gold rush, when young Fitzpatrick worked as an ox-wagon transport rider in the old Transvaal. There he came across a man who was in the process of drowning a puppy, the runt of the litter. He saved the dog and the story of his ever-faithful and loving companion was born.

How did a 14-year-old steal the Vatican's most guarded secret — using nothing but his ears? How did an enslaved man bluff his way to freedom on a train, in plain sight, in a single day? And how did NASA engineers save three astronauts 200,000 miles from Earth with duct tape, a sock, and 45...

In this extraordinary companion to Newbery Honor winner Mexikid, hilarious family hijinks, immigration patrols, and musical daydreams shape a year of growth and change for a Mexican American boy and his family. Pedro Martín is sick of strawberries. Since he was seven, he’s spent every weekend...

Listen about the life and skyrocketing career of Sabrina Carpenter—singer, songwriter, actress, and fashion icon. This dazzling audiobook is sure to "Please Please Please" fans of all ages! Sabrina Carpenter knew she wanted to be a star from a very young age. Learn about the many things she...

Get to know the Oscar-nominated star of Wonka, Dune, and A Complete Unknown! This is the perfect read for young movie fans, aspiring actors, and theater kids. Timothée Chalamet grew up in a family of artists and performers in New York City. From a young age, he knew that he wanted to be a great...

Here is the whole story of Abraham Lincoln, told briefly and simply, yet with warmth and understanding. The author's dramatic illustrations play an important part in giving a true feeling of the president and the man. Foster's Initial Biographies, while written for young readers, have a...

As a young man of 16, George helped survey the wilderness beyond the Blue Ridge Mountains, keeping a journal of everything he saw. A few years later he inherited Mount Vernon from his older brother Lawrence, whom he idolized. Over the decades he took part in the French and Indian War, attended...

Every time you switch on a light, start up a computer or turn on a television, you do it because of discoveries related to the work of Michael Faraday. In a swimming pool you will be guarded from disease because of liquid chlorine in the water: this is because Michael Faraday first liquefied...

Learn the Inspiring Story of the Denver Nuggets' Rising Star, Jamal Murray! Listen on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! One of many riveting listens in the Basketball Biography Books series by Clayton Geoffreys. In Jamal Murray: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Rising Star Guards, you'll learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's rising star guards, Jamal Murray. Murray was a central storyline of the 2020 NBA Bubble due to his exceptional play. He was a large reason why the Denver Nuggets were able to overcome 3-1 deficits in two different playoff series.

Learn the Inspiring Story of One of Tennis' Stars, Naomi Osaka! Listen on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet or Kindle device! One of many riveting listens in the Tennis Biography Books series by Clayton Geoffreys. In Naomi Osaka: The Inspiring Story of One of Tennis' Stars, you will learn the story of one of the world's greatest tennis players, Naomi Osaka. Osaka is a Japanese tennis player who has taken the world of tennis by storm. She made her professional debut at the US Open in 2018, where she defeated her idol Serena Williams to win the title.