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Anne Frank’s Diary of a Young Girl is one of the most memorable books in the face of the holocaust that Nazi Germany and its collaborators unleashed on European Jews between 1941 and 1945 across German-occupied Europe. Anne Frank was a German-born Jew hiding in Amsterdam with her family in 1942 when Nazis occupied Holland. She started keeping a diary in hiding - a diary she’d received for her 13th birthday from her parents.

The first of many sequels to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz follows Tip, who is escaping from the sorceress Mombi. On his way to the Emerald City, hoping to start a new life, he creates Jack Pumpkinhead and the Wooden Sawhorse. Once the companions arrive in the Emerald City, they discover an army of girls have overthrown King Scarecrow. Joining with Scarecrow, they set off to find Tin Man, and ask Glinda for help setting things right. But first, Tip must find out who he is....

Shortlisted for the 2017 Carnegie Medal, Sputnik's Guide to Life on Earth by the award-winning UK Children's Laureate 2024–2026 Frank Cottrell-Boyce is an funny out-of-this-world adventure. Perfect for children aged 8+ and illustrated throughout by Steven Lenton. 'Full of heart and emotion...

China ist keine ferne Bedrohung mehr, China ist da! Politisch und wirtschaftlich. Das Reich der Mitte ist ehrgeizig, schnell und gut organisiert, es ist innovativ wie das Silicon Valley und bestimmt zunehmend die internationalen Spielregeln. China setzt auf Wachstum und digitale Technologien und hält sich nicht mit dem westlichen Demokratiemodell auf. Auf allen Kontinenten investiert es in Bodenschätze, Schlüsselindustrien und Infrastruktur - auch bei uns.

Dorothy Gale and her little dog Toto find themselves traveling through mystical places on their way to Oz. Accompanied by a kind stranger and some other characters, Dorothy follows the road through Foxville and realizes they will make it to the Land of Oz in time for Princess Ozma's royal birthday party. Once the band reaches Oz, Dorothy is met with some familiar faces as the celebration begins.

This sweeping exploration of the impact of epidemic diseases looks at how mass infectious outbreaks have shaped society, from the Black Death to today, and in a new preface addresses the global threat of COVID-19. In a clear and accessible style, Frank M. Snowden reveals the ways that diseases have not only influenced medical science and public health, but also transformed the arts, religion, intellectual history, and warfare.

Frank Harris, a journalist and editor, delighted in Oscar Wilde's genial wit and self-assurance. Wilde's verbal charms evoked Harris' financial and emotional support when Victorian England disdained the playwright for his paganism and imprisoned him for "homosexual offenses". Harris relates the proceedings of Wilde's trial and the malice that sent him to France after release from prison.

""A must read for serious leaders at every level."" —General Barry R. McCaffrey (Ret.) The FBI’s former head of counterintelligence reveals the Bureau's field-tested playbook for unlocking individual and organizational excellence, illustrated through dramatic stories from his own storied...

THE DEFINITIVE EDITION Discovered in the attic in which she spent the last years of her life, the remarkable diary that has become a world classic—a powerful reminder of the horrors of war and an eloquent testament to the human spirit. Updated for the 75th Anniversary of the Diary’s...

When Dorothy and her little dog Toto are caught in a tornado, they and their Kansas farmhouse are suddenly transported to Oz, where Munchkins live, monkeys fly and Wicked Witches rule. Desperate to return home, and with the Wicked Witch of the West on their trail, Dorothy and Toto - together with new friends the Tin Woodsman, Scarecrow and cowardly Lion - embark on a fantastic quest along the Yellow Brick Road in search of the Emerald City. There they hope to meet the legendary, all-powerful Wizard of Oz, who alone may hold the power to grant their every wish.

Die Erde steht am Rande des Kollaps. Naturkatastrophen, politische Unruhen und eine immer brisantere Ressourcenkrise haben die Welt in einen Zustand der Instabilität versetzt. Inmitten dieser Krise tritt eine dramatische Entscheidung auf den Plan: Eine letzte Evakuierung soll die letzten Hoffnungsträger retten – 10.000 Menschen, die das Überleben der Menschheit sichern sollen. Der Mars – der letzte Zufluchtsort. Leona Miles, eine angesehene Ethik-Professorin, steht vor einer unmöglichen Wahl.

Sechs geklonten Wissenschaftlern ist es gelungen, an Bord eines Raumschiffs eine künstliche Intelligenz zu erzeugen. Diese KI, ausgestattet mit gottgleichen Fähigkeiten, hat das Schiff und die Kolonisten darin sicher zum Planeten Pandora gebracht. Doch Pandora ist alles andere als ein Paradies: die Atmosphäre ist giftig, die Lebewesen tödlich – und inmitten all dieser Gefahren scheint die Schiffs-KI den Verstand verloren zu haben und wendet sich jetzt gegen die Siedler.

Step into the enchanting world of the Wizard of Oz, where adventure awaits at every turn! Join Dorothy as she embarks on a magical journey from Kansas to Oz, swept away by a cyclone. Along the way, she encounters a host of peculiar and delightful characters that will captivate both children and adults alike. Gather your family and relive this classic tale, beautifully narrated for your enjoyment. (Summary by J. Hall)

In The Tin Woodman of Oz, the twelfth enchanting installment of L. Frank Baums beloved Land of Oz series, our heartwarming hero, the Tin Woodman, embarks on a nostalgic journey that leads him to reunite with his long-lost Munchkin sweetheart, Nimmie Amee. This touching tale, originally published on May 13, 1918, delves into the Tin Woodmans backstory, revealing the poignant moments from his days as a flesh-and-blood man, as first hinted in The Wizard of Oz. (Summary from Wikipedia)

Saddle up for another exhilarating adventure with the Pony Rider Boys! This time, theyre braving the scorching 100-degree heat of Nevadas desert, where beauty and danger lurk around every corner. Join Professor Zepplin and the boys as they navigate thrilling escapades and discover the untamed spirit of the Wild West! (Summary by Ann Boulais) Previous book in the series The Pony Rider Boys in the Ozarks. Next book in the series The Pony Rider Boys in New Mexico.

Join Dorothy, a spirited farm girl, as she is swept away by a cyclone to the enchanting land of Oz. There, she discovers that she has liberated the Munchkins from the clutches of the Wicked Witch of the East. Gifted with the magical Silver Slippers, Dorothy embarks on a quest to find the illustrious Wizard of Oz, the only one who can return her home. Along her journey, she teams up with a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodsman, and a Cowardly Lion, all while evading the menacing Wicked Witch of the West and the myriad perils that lurk in this wondrous realm. (Summary by T.Craft)

Step into the enchanting world of The Marvelous Land of Oz, where the adventures of the Scarecrow and Tin Woodman continue alongside the whimsical tales of the magnified Woggle-Bug, Jack Pumpkinhead, the Animated Saw-Horse, and the Gump. This delightful sequel to The Wizard of Oz invites listeners to experience a captivating journey filled with magic and wonder. (Summary by L. Frank Baum)

Dive into the enchanting world of Oz where chaos reigns as Princess Ozma has vanished without a trace! The entire kingdom is in turmoil, and it’s up to our brave heroes to embark on a thrilling quest filled with dangers and adventures in search of their beloved ruler. With four search parties dispatched across Ozs four countries, the tale unfolds primarily through the eyes of Dorothy and the Wizard as they face challenges in their quest. Meanwhile, the resourceful Cayke the Cookie Chef finds her cherished magic dishpan—essential for baking her famous cookies—has been stolen. Joined by ...

Suspended in mid-air high above the planet, the stratoship Perseus should still be moving—but it isn’t. Meteorologist Lawton and his crew find themselves trapped in a silent, motionless bubble of sky, where the clouds have frozen beneath them and the air outside has become a strange, alien theatre. Inside the ship, tensions mount, minds unravel, and something unseen creeps across the outer hull in creeping tendrils of life.

Beim Tauchen im Walensee hat Berufsfischer Heinz Moser das Wrack eines 2000-jährigen Frachtschiffs entdeckt. Das Schiff transportierte nämlich amphorenweise römische Münzen. Eines Nachts, kurz nach Ostern, schlägt ein Schatzräuber zu. Um an die Beute zu kommen, zerschlägt er sogar die antiken Gefäße. In dieser schwierigen Situation übernehmen die drei Jungdetektive aus Weesen und Amden Seraina, Oli und Simon, kurz: S.O.S., den Fall.