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Books > Children's & Educational > Language & literature > English (including English as a school subject) > English literature texts

A Poem for Every Winter Day (Paperback): Allie Esiri A Poem for Every Winter Day (Paperback)
Allie Esiri; Allie Esiri
R406 Discovery Miles 4 060 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Within the pages of Allie Esiri's gorgeous collection, A Poem for Every Winter Day, you will find verse that will transport you to sparkling winter scenes, taking you from Christmas, to New Years Eve and the joys of Valentines Day. The poems are selected from Allie Esiri's bestselling poetry anthologies A Poem for Every Day of the Year and A Poem for Every Night of the Year. Perfect for reading aloud and sharing with all the family, this book dazzles with an array of familiar favourites and remarkable new discoveries. These seasonal poems - together with introductory paragraphs - have a link to the date on which they appear. Includes poems by Mary Oliver, Edgar Allan Poe, Thomas Hardy, E. E. Cummings and Robert Burns who sit alongside Benjamin Zephaniah, Wendy Cope, Roger McGough and Jackie Kay. This soul-enhancing book will keep you company for every day of winter.

The Glass Menagerie (Paperback): Tennessee Williams The Glass Menagerie (Paperback)
Tennessee Williams; Volume editing by Daniel Ciba
R284 Discovery Miles 2 840 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

This revised Student Edition includes an introduction by Daniel Ciba, which looks in particular at the play as a piece of realism or experimentalism and considers the play through the lens of Queer Identity. The introduction includes discussion of very recent revivals and adaptations of the play across the world. The Glass Menagerie, Tennessee Williams' first great popular success and an autobiographical play about his mother and sister, launched the brilliant and controversial career of this ground-breaking American playwright. Set in St Louis during the depression era of the 1930s, it is the poignant drama of a family's gradual disintegration, under pressure both from outside and within. METHUEN DRAMA STUDENT EDITIONS are expertly annotated texts of a wide range of plays from the modern and classic repertoires. A well as the complete text of the play itself, this volume contains: · A chronology of the play and the playwright’s life and work · an introductory discussion of the social, political, cultural and economic context in which the play was originally conceived and created · a succinct overview of the creation processes followed and subsequent performance history of the piece · an analysis of, and commentary on, some of the major themes and specific issues addressed by the text · a bibliography of suggested primary and secondary materials for further study.

Smile Out Loud, Volume 2 - 25 Happy Poems (Hardcover): Joseph Coelho Smile Out Loud, Volume 2 - 25 Happy Poems (Hardcover)
Joseph Coelho; Illustrated by Daniel Gray-Barnett
R311 Discovery Miles 3 110 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho presents another brilliant compendium of poetry to read out loud and make you smile! From the fantastic duo behind Poems Aloud comes twenty five original poems designed to be read aloud to project confidence, conjure happiness, make you laugh or cheer others up. Some are odes, some can be said as personal mantras or just poems full of words that you can't help but smile when you hear them. This is a book for any child who wants to build confidence reading aloud, or wants a way to channel their speech and drama confidence. It is a book to foster a love of words and the power that comes with the spoken word. It will show children how speaking a poem aloud has a certain magic, almost like reading a spell. Poems can be read aloud to an audience, muttered quietly to oneself or whispered in the ear of someone who needs to hear some cheerful words.

Romeo and Juliet (new edition) (Paperback, 2nd edition): John O'Connor, Stuart Eames Romeo and Juliet (new edition) (Paperback, 2nd edition)
John O'Connor, Stuart Eames 1
R332 Discovery Miles 3 320 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Romeo and Juliet fall madly in love, despite being from two feuding families. They arrange to be secretly married, but a series of miscommunications results in the death of the two lovers, as well as some of their most beloved friends and relatives. "Romeo and Juliet" is the quintessential dramatic tragedy from a master of English literature.

Forgotten Fairy Tales of Brave and Brilliant Girls (Hardcover): Isabella Grott, Alessandra Santelli, Maria Surducan Forgotten Fairy Tales of Brave and Brilliant Girls (Hardcover)
Isabella Grott, Alessandra Santelli, Maria Surducan; Rosie Dickins, Andy Prentice, … 2
R330 R264 Discovery Miles 2 640 Save R66 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Once known, now largely forgotten, these empowering fairy tales have been brought together to inspire a new generation of readers. Discover heroines who outwit giants, fight evil, awaken sleeping princes and, of course, live happily ever after. With a foreword by Kate Pankhurst, author of Fantastically Great Women who Changed the World.

Beauty & Beast (Hardcover): Clive Hicks-Jenkins Beauty & Beast (Hardcover)
Clive Hicks-Jenkins
R1,177 Discovery Miles 11 770 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Rock-a-Bye Rumpus - Action Rhymes for the Very Young (Hardcover): Julia Donaldson Rock-a-Bye Rumpus - Action Rhymes for the Very Young (Hardcover)
Julia Donaldson; Illustrated by Sebastien Braun
R295 R231 Discovery Miles 2 310 Save R64 (22%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Rock-a-Bye Rumpus is a delightful collection of sweet and fun action poems for the very young, specially chosen by bestselling author, Julia Donaldson and beautifully illustrated by Sebastien Braun. This gorgeous gift book and accompanying audio CD is made up of seven charming sections, including 'Fingers, Toes and Faces', 'Hop, Skip and Jump' and 'Tea, Bath and Bed' - each featuring much-loved classic rhymes such as Incy Wincy Spider and Hush, Little Baby as well as carefully selected poems from contemporary poets, including brand new poems by Julia Donaldson herself. With irresistible illustrations from bestselling illustrator, Sebastien Braun, Rock-a-Bye Rumpus is sure to become a firm favourite and a must-have for every child.

Animal Farm (Hardcover, New Ed): George Orwell, Andrew Bennett, Jim Taylor, John Shuttleworth Animal Farm (Hardcover, New Ed)
George Orwell, Andrew Bennett, Jim Taylor, John Shuttleworth 1
R497 Discovery Miles 4 970 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others. George Orwell's modern fable on the way power corrupts is as apt as ever in the twenty-first century. Educational edition of this much-loved classic from Longman.

Tales of Brave and Brilliant Girls from the Greek Myths (Hardcover): Rosie Dickins, Susanna Davidson Tales of Brave and Brilliant Girls from the Greek Myths (Hardcover)
Rosie Dickins, Susanna Davidson; Illustrated by Maribel Luchuga, Maxine Lee-Mackie, Josy Bloggs
R330 R264 Discovery Miles 2 640 Save R66 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Tales of Brave and Brilliant Girls from the Greek Myths celebrates heroines from Circe to Psyche, from Athena to Artemis, re-telling their stories to inspire and empower a new generation of readers. Watch as Penelope cunningly outwits her suitors and discover how Artemis defeats two giants. See Circe perform powerful magic and follow Demeter on her brave search for her missing daughter. Beautifully illustrated with lively retellings which bring these much-loved myths to life.

A Bedtime Full of Stories, Volume 7 - 50 Folktales and Legends from Around the World (Hardcover, Illustrated Edition): Angela... A Bedtime Full of Stories, Volume 7 - 50 Folktales and Legends from Around the World (Hardcover, Illustrated Edition)
Angela McAllister; Illustrated by Anna Shepeta
R496 R373 Discovery Miles 3 730 Save R123 (25%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Look forward to bedtime with this richly illustrated treasury of 50 bedtime stories from around the world, each the perfect length to read aloud. There's always time for a bedtime story, so snuggle up and get ready to drift off to the land of nod with this collection of magical tales that includes both well-known classics and lesser-known treasures from Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and Oceania, North America, the Middle East and Latin America. These folktales and legends, accompanied by enchanting and dream-like illustrations, are each the perfect length for a bedtime story, and will transport children around the world as well as into fantasy lands. The Emperor's New Clothes - Denmark The Bag of Winds - Greece How Cheetah Got His Speed - South Africa The Moon Maiden - Japan The Star Hunt - New Zealand The Crow and the Daylight - North America Aladdin - Syria The Three Dreams - Guatemala Collected and retold by award-winning author Angela McAllister and beautifully illustrated by Anna Shepeta, this anthology will be treasured by story lovers both young and old. The World Full of... series is a collection of beautiful hardback story treasuries. Discover folktales from all around the world or be introduced to some of the world's best-loved writers with these stunning gift books, the perfection addition to any child's library. Also available from the series: A Year Full of Stories, A World Full of Animal Stories, A Stage Full of Shakespeare Stories, A World Full of Dickens Stories, A World Full of Spooky Stories, A Year Full of Celebrations and Festivals, A World Full of Journeys and A World Full of Nature Stories.

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Treasury - 50 Stories from Brilliant Dreamers (Hardcover): Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Lisbeth... Little People, BIG DREAMS: Treasury - 50 Stories from Brilliant Dreamers (Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Lisbeth Kaiser
R830 R742 Discovery Miles 7 420 Save R88 (11%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Dive deeper into the world of Little People, BIG DREAMS with this beautifully packaged and highly giftable keepsake treasury featuring 50 dreamers from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling series. Learn more about each of your favourite dreamers with new in-depth stories, facts and figures in this beautifully-crafted compendium.Each story is rewritten to be appropriate for an older audience. Revisit best-loved figures from the series and some new ones, too, including Frida Kahlo, Coco Chanel, Maya Angelou, Amelia Earhart, David Attenborough, Greta Thunberg, Elton John, John Lennon, Malala Yousafzai, Mindy Kaling, and Prince. From inspiring artists and passionate climate activists to intrepid explorers and groundbreaking musicians, this collection goes further than the original series into the lives of these iconic figures, perfect for curious minds who always want to know more! Printed with gold gilded page edges and with an interior reading ribbon, this luxury keepsake treasury makes the perfect gift for holidays, birthdays, and more. Each of the beautifully written biographies is accompanied by a timeline, featuring extra information, important dates and real photos. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

Amazing Dad (Paperback): Alison Brown Amazing Dad (Paperback)
Alison Brown
R189 Discovery Miles 1 890 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A pitch-perfect rhyming celebration of dads! Dads are all around! But there's just ONE dad who gives the best hugs of all. Can you guess who it is? A joyfully inclusive celebration of ALL dads - perfect for Father's Day gifting!

The Jackie Morris Book of Classic Nursery Rhymes (Hardcover): Jackie Morris The Jackie Morris Book of Classic Nursery Rhymes (Hardcover)
Jackie Morris
R414 Discovery Miles 4 140 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A wonderfully illustrated and sumptuous collection of nursery rhymes for all ages, including many favourite rhymes as well as some that will be a delightful discovery. Originally published as The Cat and the Fiddle in 2011, this edition includes a new introduction by Jackie Morris - a spirited defence of the nursery rhyme, which she fears is in danger of being forgotten in a digital world. The beautiful and detailed watercolour paintings combine with over 40 rhymes to make this a unique treasury and lifetime possession for children and adults of all ages.

Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes - A Complete Collection of All Your Favourites (Paperback): Axel Scheffler Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes - A Complete Collection of All Your Favourites (Paperback)
Axel Scheffler
R275 R215 Discovery Miles 2 150 Save R60 (22%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Join Mother Goose and her three little goslings as they enjoy over fifty classic nursery rhymes, traditional lullabies and favourite action songs, beautifully illustrated in full colour throughout by the award-winning Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo. The rhymes are linked together by enchanting original stories about Mother Goose and her goslings as they learn to waddle, swim and more, giving a unique and fresh twist to these traditional favourites. From Humpty Dumpty to Jack and Jill, and from Baa Baa Black Sheep to Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, there's something for everyone in this beautiful gift treasury - a must for every family bookshelf.

In a People House (Paperback): Dr. Seuss In a People House (Paperback)
Dr. Seuss; Illustrated by Roy McKie
R190 R152 Discovery Miles 1 520 Save R38 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Join Mr. Bird and Mouse in this witty introduction to all the everyday things you can find in a "People House", perfect for young readers! When Mouse and Mr. Bird find their way into a "People House", they are thrilled with how much there is to see! From chairs and stairs to hooks and books, balls of string and bells to ring, these two chaotic creatures quickly cause mischief in every room. But are those footsteps they can suddenly hear? Easy to read and full of familiar words for early readers, this story brings Dr. Seuss's unique blend of rhyme, rhythm, repetition and classic humour to the home environment.

A Christmas Carol - The Complete Novel with Annotations and Knowledge Organisers (Paperback): Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol - The Complete Novel with Annotations and Knowledge Organisers (Paperback)
Charles Dickens; Edited by CGP Books
R163 Discovery Miles 1 630 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A Christmas Carol - The Complete Text contains the full text of the novel, with helpful annotations to explain characters, themes, context and more! Plus, we've included Knowledge Organiser pages, where all the key info is laid out in one handy place. And there are discussion questions to help students dig deeper into the novel. The CGP range for English Literature also includes a matching Text Guide (9781782943099), which contains all the notes and practice you need to really master A Christmas Carol!

A Treasury of Tales for Five-Year-Olds - 40 stories recommended by literary experts (Hardcover): Gabby Dawnay A Treasury of Tales for Five-Year-Olds - 40 stories recommended by literary experts (Hardcover)
Gabby Dawnay; Illustrated by Heidi Griffiths
R339 Discovery Miles 3 390 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Snuggle up together and enjoy this collection of charming and engaging stories written by Gabby Dawnay and reccomended especially for five-year-olds by literacy experts. The stories in A Treasury of Tales for Five-Year-Olds are arranged in order of complexity so that the child listening or reading will increase their confidence as they make their way through the book. Most children may not be able to read independently by the age of five, but they can start to prepare for this by building a foundation of literacy skills. For example, many can recognise letters, understand that print carries a message and know that sentences are read from left to right. Some may even be attempting to read. This beautiful book contains original and inclusive stories about animals, dragons, nature, vehicles, music and more, as well as reimagined fairytales from around the world. From tales of pirate adventures to heartwarming animal stories, there will be something for every young reader in this rich collection. The luxurious package with sparkling foil and ribbon marker will make this a must-have gift for the birthday of any five-year-old and Heidi Griffiths' charming and engaging illustrations will mean that the child will cherish this book even as they grow older.

Dino-Valentine's Day (Hardcover): Lisa Wheeler Dino-Valentine's Day (Hardcover)
Lisa Wheeler; Illustrated by Barry Gott
R522 R439 Discovery Miles 4 390 Save R83 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Cry, the Beloved Country (2015 Edition) (Paperback): a Paton Cry, the Beloved Country (2015 Edition) (Paperback)
a Paton
R76 R67 Discovery Miles 670 Save R9 (12%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

An ageing preacher, Reverend Kumalo, travels from a remote village to the metropolis of Johannesburg, to find his sister and his son. There, his world collapses as he slowly pieces together what has happened. However, there is hope even in despair - and the reverend understands what he must do to rebuild his family and community.

This classic South African novel takes the reader on a journey into the past and into the lives of ordinary people who answered fear, anger and hopelessness with love, compassion and respect. It asks questions, suggests solutions and highlights issues that are relevant to all South Africans today.

First published in 1948, it has sold over 15 million copies, and in 1960 the author, Alan Paton was awarded the Freedom Award for his role in countering the apartheid regime.

Cooking with the Birthday Bird (Paperback): Glenda Armand Cooking with the Birthday Bird (Paperback)
Glenda Armand
R154 R126 Discovery Miles 1 260 Save R28 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The Birthday Bird-star of the beloved Dr. Seuss classic Happy Birthday to You!-bakes a cake in this simple, rhymed easy reader ideal for inspiring young cooks, especially on their birthdays! In this sweet, easy-to-read story, the Birthday Bird arrives at a child's house to bake and decorate a birthday cake. An ideal choice for children learning to read, baking enthusiasts, and of course, Dr. Seuss fans; it's perfect for encouraging young children to help in the kitchen! Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

A Year of Scottish Poems (Paperback): Gaby Morgan A Year of Scottish Poems (Paperback)
Gaby Morgan 1
R323 Discovery Miles 3 230 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A Year of Scottish Poems is a glorious collection of 366 poems compiled by Gaby Morgan. Reflecting the changing seasons, landscape and history of Scotland and her people and marking key dates in the Scottish calendar - from Burns Night to Hogmanay - these poems are powerful, thoughtful and uplifting. With an introduction from the National Poet for Scotland, Makar Jackie Kay, this collection is bursting at the seams with the strongest voices in Scottish poetry including Robert Burns, Robert Louis Stevenson, George Mackay Brown, Sir Walter Scott, Liz Lochhead, Don Paterson, Nan Shepherd, Stewart Conn, Kathleen Jamie, Elma Mitchell, John Rice, Muriel Spark, Iain Crichton Smith, Julia Donaldson, Kate Clanchy, Carol Ann Duffy and many more to deliver magic on every page that lasts a whole year!

My Beautiful Voice (Paperback, Illustrated Edition): Joseph Coelho My Beautiful Voice (Paperback, Illustrated Edition)
Joseph Coelho; Illustrated by Allison Colpoys
R182 Discovery Miles 1 820 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A moving, lyrical picture book about a shy child unlocking the power of their own voice through poetry, with the helping hand of an extra special teacher, written by multi-award winning poet and Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho. From the creators of If All The World Were, winner of the 2019 Independent Book Shop Picture Book Award which has been translated into 13 languages, this beautifully illustrated, powerful and heartwarming text shows children that everyone's voice can be powerful and beautiful, however small. Allison Colpoys' gorgeous artwork spills from every page as she shows this most heartwarming of tales. Follow a child who is so shy she doesn't speak. With the encouragement on an enchanting and magical teacher, she writes a poem. But a poem is meant to be read aloud! She musters all her courage, stands at the front of the class and shows her classmates that she does have a voice. And her voice is BEAUTIFUL! The perfect way to encourage empathy in young children and show shy children how to feel brave, this beautiful story will delight readers time and time again.

Rhythm and Poetry (Paperback, None ed.): Karl Nova Rhythm and Poetry (Paperback, None ed.)
Karl Nova
R209 R169 Discovery Miles 1 690 Save R40 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days
Hamlet (2015 Edition): Grade 12 (Paperback): W Shakespeare Hamlet (2015 Edition): Grade 12 (Paperback)
W Shakespeare
R105 R93 Discovery Miles 930 Save R12 (11%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

This edition of Hamlet offers a uniquely interactive approach to one of Shakespeare's most performed plays. William Shakespeare did not intend that his plays be read as texts only - they were meant to be acted, seen and heard. This exciting edition of Hamlet offers a wealth of supporting material to encourage understanding and appreciation of this remarkable play as well as meet all the requirements of the CAPS and preparation for the Grade 12 examination. The features of this edition include: A detailed introduction to prepare learners for studying the key literature features and characteristics of the play.; A short biography of Shakespeare.; Background information about the context of the play.; A summary of each Act.; A complete and authoritative text of the play.; An attractive double-page spread layout, which includes notes and activities that: Assist with pre-reading and during reading.; Explain difficult language.; Provide useful background information.; Explore characters, themes, words and images; and stimulate thoughts on how to stage the play.; Pre-reading questions before each Act.; Questions and activities at the end of each Act to consolidate understanding and for revision.; Exam preparation, including sample contextual and essay questions, and guidance for answering both types of questions as well as suggested answers.; A list of references; and A detailed glossary of terms for literature study and drama. This edition is fully illustrated with drawings and story-boards for each Act as well as photographs to support and extend the understanding and enjoyment of Hamlet. This e?Book is a digital version of the printed, CAPS-approved ?book. Benefits of the ePUB format? include:? The ability to view on ?a ?desktop computer, notebook or tablet.; As learners adjust fonts, rotate and flip pages, content reflows to fit the device's screen giving the user a more flexible experience; and Learners can take notes, highlight and bookmark, and access video and audio for visual learning.

The Missing Notebook! - Ready-To-Read Level 1 (Paperback): Tina Gallo The Missing Notebook! - Ready-To-Read Level 1 (Paperback)
Tina Gallo
R129 R106 Discovery Miles 1 060 Save R23 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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