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Egyptian Tales: The Gold in the Grave (Paperback): Terry Deary Egyptian Tales: The Gold in the Grave (Paperback)
Terry Deary; Illustrated by Helen Flook 1
R184 R149 Discovery Miles 1 490 Save R35 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Tutankhamen has been buried in his rocky tomb. But there is a plot to rob the grave of its vast wealth as soon as possible after the funeral. A motley gang of villains have all the skills they need to undertake the crime - the key member of the team is young Paneb, who is small and lithe and the only one who can slip through the tunnel and into the funeral chamber. It's a risky venture, because, if he's caught, the punishment is slow torture and death. Terry Deary's Egyptian Tales explore the world of Ancient Egypt through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Egyptian settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

Troubled Waters (Paperback): Sophie De Mullenheim Troubled Waters (Paperback)
Sophie De Mullenheim
R366 R308 Discovery Miles 3 080 Save R58 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Crown of Violet (Paperback, Main): Geoffrey Trease The Crown of Violet (Paperback, Main)
Geoffrey Trease
R371 Discovery Miles 3 710 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

All over Athens the cocks were crowing, the sky was turning from dark-blue to oyster-grey, and the city was waking to one of its great events, the annual festival in the vast open-air theatre. Alexis, son of Leon, was full of anticipation as he dreamed of having his own plays performed there one day. But he was to be involved in more than playwriting before the day was over, for among the spectators at the horse race, by the light of the flaming torches, he heard Hippias, the arrogant dandy, and a stranger with a beaked nose and over-high cheekbones, plotting to overthrow the democracy of Athens. For the rest of the year, two things possessed Alexis: his comedy The Gadfly, and the plans he laid with his friend Corinna to trap the conspirators and save his beloved city. His exultation and anxiety grew together as the fateful Theatre Festival arrived once more. Geoffrey Trease has combined a fast-moving dramatic story with a vivid and accurate picture of a great historical period.

Roman Tales: The Fatal Fire (Paperback): Terry Deary Roman Tales: The Fatal Fire (Paperback)
Terry Deary; Illustrated by Helen Flook 1
R184 R149 Discovery Miles 1 490 Save R35 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... AD 64 Rome is a frightening place. But little does Christian slave girl Mary realise the dangers that await her when she accompanies her master to the city. It is the day of the chariot races and Mary finds herself the only witness to a terrible crime. Soon it is not just the thieves and drunks she has to worry about, but someone far more cruel and powerful... A tale based on a key moment in Roman history, full of Terry Deary's dark humour and dry wit. Book band: Brown Ideal for ages 7+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader

On the Wings of Heroes (Paperback): Richard Peck On the Wings of Heroes (Paperback)
Richard Peck
R240 R198 Discovery Miles 1 980 Save R42 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Davy Bowman's dad looks forward to Halloween more than a kid, and Davy's brother, Bill, flies B-17s. Davy adores these two heroes and tries his best to follow their lead, especially now. World War II has invaded Davy's homefront boyhood. Bill has joined up, breaking their dad's heart. It's an intense, confusing time, and one that will spur Davy to grow up in a hurry. This is one of Richard Peck's finest novels--a tender, unforgettable portrait of the World War II home front and a family's enduring love.

Where the World Ends (Paperback): Geraldine McCaughrean Where the World Ends (Paperback)
Geraldine McCaughrean
R351 R276 Discovery Miles 2 760 Save R75 (21%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Royal Rebel - The Life of Suffragette Princess Sophia Duleep Singh (Paperback): Bali Rai The Royal Rebel - The Life of Suffragette Princess Sophia Duleep Singh (Paperback)
Bali Rai; Illustrated by Rachael Dean
R253 R207 Discovery Miles 2 070 Save R46 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Rebel, Princess, Suffragette: this is the incredible true story of the life of Princess Sophia Duleep Singh, a forgotten heroine of the early twentieth century. Born in 1876, Princess Sophia Duleep Singh was the daughter of the last Sikh ruler of the Punjab, and goddaughter of Queen Victoria. After her father lost control of his empire and was exiled to England, Sophia had a privileged but troubled upbringing that left her unsure about where she belonged - in India or England. Sensitive to injustice, she became an suffragette and fought hard to win the vote for women. This is the extraordinary story of her life.

When the Siren Wailed (Hardcover): Noel Streatfeild When the Siren Wailed (Hardcover)
Noel Streatfeild
R319 R262 Discovery Miles 2 620 Save R57 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A thrilling and moving adventure story about evacuees in World War Two, perfect for readers of Goodnight Mister Tom 'A compelling heart-warming story about three children in the Second World War - I loved it.' Jacqueline Wilson When war breaks out in September 1939, Laura, Andy and Tim Clark are evacuated to the countryside. The Colonel's comfortable home in Dorset is a huge contrast to their cramped terraced house in London, where their loving parents struggle to put the next meal on the table. Though unused to having children around, the Colonel proves to be a kind and generous, if gruff, guardian until a terrible turn of events means the kids must move on. When they discover they are to live with Miss Justworthy, who is rumoured to feed her evacuees on cat food, Andy insists they can't risk staying. He persuades his sensible older sister and their little brother that they must run away, back to London and their mum. The children are shocked to see London now pitted with craters and ruined buildings. And no sooner have they stepped off the train than the skies are lit by searchlights and filled with the crack of bombs and the glow of fires. How will they be able to find their mum in the middle of an air raid? A brilliantly page-turning read from the author of Ballet Shoes, based on her own real-life experience in the Second World War. Perfect for any child interested in wartime and classic adventure stories.

Hettie and the London Blitz - A World War II Survival Story (Paperback): Jenni L Walsh Hettie and the London Blitz - A World War II Survival Story (Paperback)
Jenni L Walsh
R271 R206 Discovery Miles 2 060 Save R65 (24%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Maribel Versus the Volcano (Paperback): Sarah Hannah Gomez Maribel Versus the Volcano (Paperback)
Sarah Hannah Gomez
R270 R224 Discovery Miles 2 240 Save R46 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Extraordinary Voyage of Katy Willacott (Paperback): Sharon Gosling The Extraordinary Voyage of Katy Willacott (Paperback)
Sharon Gosling
R190 R152 Discovery Miles 1 520 Save R38 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Living among the flowers and ferns of Kew Gardens, Katy has always dreamed of more - of the sky and the stars and the sea. Unfortunately for Katy, her father doesn't understand. He says young girls should be content to stay at home, not go off gallivanting around the world. So when news reaches London of a meteorite falling in the faraway land of Brazil and an expedition being put together to find it, Katy knows it's her chance to follow her dreams and prove her father wrong. And winning a place on the trip is just the start of her extraordinary voyage on the trail of a fallen star... A thrilling historical adventure from the author of THE HOUSE OF HIDDEN WONDERS, perfect for fans of Katherine Woodfine, Lucy Worsley, Jennifer Bell and Robin Stevens Praise for THE GOLDEN BUTTERFLY: "Touching on issues of class and gender, its main purpose is to bewitch and enthral." - Financial Times "A perfectly paced and wonderfully written tale of mystery and magic." - Sinead O'Hart, author of THE EYE OF THE NORTH and THE STAR-SPUN WEB

Asterix Omnibus #4 - Collects Asterix the Legionary, Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield, and Asterix and the Olympic Games... Asterix Omnibus #4 - Collects Asterix the Legionary, Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield, and Asterix and the Olympic Games (Paperback)
Rene Goscinny; Illustrated by Albert Uderzo
R454 R363 Discovery Miles 3 630 Save R91 (20%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel (I Survived Graphic Novel #6) (Hardcover): Lauren Tarshis I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel (I Survived Graphic Novel #6) (Hardcover)
Lauren Tarshis; Illustrated by Alvin Epps
R696 R583 Discovery Miles 5 830 Save R113 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Les Miserables (Hardcover): Marcia Williams Les Miserables (Hardcover)
Marcia Williams; Illustrated by Marcia Williams
R536 R459 Discovery Miles 4 590 Save R77 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Circus Maximus: Race to the Death (Paperback): Annelise Gray Circus Maximus: Race to the Death (Paperback)
Annelise Gray
R257 R194 Discovery Miles 1 940 Save R63 (25%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Circus Maximus, the greatest sporting stage of the ancient Roman world, where the best horses and charioteers compete in a race to the death, and one girl dreams of glory. Ben Hur meets National Velvet in the ultimate 9-12 adventure story by debut children's author, Annelise Gray. Twelve-year-old Dido dreams of becoming the first female charioteer at the great Circus Maximus. She's lost her heart to Porcellus, a wild, tempestuous horse she longs to train and race. But such ambitions are forbidden to girls and she must be content with helping her father Antonius - the trainer of Rome's most popular racing team, The Greens - and teaching the rules of racing to Justus, the handsome young nephew of the Greens' wealthy owner. When her father is brutally murdered, she is forced to seek refuge with an unlikely ally. But what of her dream of Circus triumphs and being reunited with the beloved horse she left behind in Rome? And the threat to her life isn't over as she faces a powerful and terrifying new enemy... the emperor Caligula.

The Hatmakers (Paperback): Tamzin Merchant The Hatmakers (Paperback)
Tamzin Merchant; Illustrated by Paola Escobar
R259 R214 Discovery Miles 2 140 Save R45 (17%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Enter a spellbinding world in this soaring magical adventure, perfect for fans of Nevermoor, A Pinch of Magic and Rooftoppers. 'Wildly inventive . . . full of laugh-out-loud humour, enchanting magic and rebellious hope. I loved it' Catherine Doyle 'Imaginative . . . entertaining, comical and breezy, and the settings are conjured in transporting detail' The Times Cordelia comes from a long line of magical milliners, who weave alchemy and enchantment into every hat. In Cordelia's world, Making - crafting items such as hats, cloaks, watches, boots and gloves from magical ingredients - is a rare and ancient skill, and only a few special Maker families remain. When Cordelia's father Prospero and his ship, the Jolly Bonnet, are lost at sea during a mission to collect hat ingredients, Cordelia is determined to find him. But Uncle Tiberius and Aunt Ariadne have no time to help the littlest Hatmaker, for an ancient rivalry between the Maker families is threatening to surface. Worse, someone seems to be using Maker magic to start a war. It's up to Cordelia to find out who, and why . . . Featuring gorgeous black-and-white illustrations throughout by Paola Escobar. 'An utterly charming adventure full of wildness, wit, magic and heart' Anna James 'Absolutely wonderful' Emma Carroll 'A cosy magical adventure peppered with charming detail' The Bookseller

Victorian Tales: The Fabulous Flyer (Paperback): Terry Deary Victorian Tales: The Fabulous Flyer (Paperback)
Terry Deary; Illustrated by Helen Flook 1
R184 R150 Discovery Miles 1 500 Save R34 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Henri Giffard has devoted all his free time and money to inventing the first steam-driven hot air balloon. He's determined to make mankind's first ever-powered flight, and so in 1852 he sets off for Paris with just an urchin girl to help him. Thousands of people gather to watch the flight. Will the machine work when the weather changes - or will Henri's dream of flying become his downfall? Terry Deary's Victorian Tales explore the fascinating world of the Victorians, including many of the incredible achievements and breakthroughs that took place, through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

Mrs. Noah's Doves (Hardcover): Jane Yolen Mrs. Noah's Doves (Hardcover)
Jane Yolen; Illustrated by Alida Massari
R516 R437 Discovery Miles 4 370 Save R79 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Arctic Star (Paperback): Tom Palmer Arctic Star (Paperback)
Tom Palmer; Illustrated by Tom Clohosy Cole
R251 R205 Discovery Miles 2 050 Save R46 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Multi-award-winning author Tom Palmer returns with a thrilling naval adventure inspired by the incredible history of the Second World War Arctic convoys. Winter 1943. Teenagers Frank, Joseph and Stephen are Royal Navy recruits on their first mission at sea during the Second World War. Their ship is part of an Arctic Convoy sailing to Russia to deliver supplies to the Soviets. The convoys have to navigate treacherous waters, sailing through a narrow channel between the Arctic ice pack and German bases on the Norwegian coast. Faced with terrifying enemy attacks from both air and sea, as well as life-threatening cold and storms, will all three boys make it home again?

Little Bird Lands (Paperback): Karen McCombie Little Bird Lands (Paperback)
Karen McCombie; Illustrated by Jasu Hu 1
R223 R183 Discovery Miles 1 830 Save R40 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Little Bird has landed in America, far from her home in Scotland and far from the danger that stalked her family. But the new world holds new perils, and soon she's on the run again. From the teeming streets of New York to the prairies of the west, Little Bird holds tight to secrets and dreams of freedom. Then, on her journey, she comes face-to-face with an unwelcome ghost from the past...

Lingering Echoes (Hardcover): Angie Smibert Lingering Echoes (Hardcover)
Angie Smibert
R522 R346 Discovery Miles 3 460 Save R176 (34%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Twelve-year-old Bone uses her Gift, which allows her to see the stories in everyday objects, to try to figure out why her best friend, Will Kincaid, suddenly lost his voice at age five. This supernatural historical mystery is the second title in the acclaimed and emotionally resonant Ghosts of Ordinary Objects series. In a southern Virginia coal-mining town in October 1942, Bone Phillips is learning to control her Gift: Bone can see the history of a significant object when she touches it. When her best friend, Will Kincaid, asks Bone to "read" the history of his daddy's jelly jar--the jelly jar that was buried alongside his father during the mine cave-in that killed him--Bone is afraid. Even before Bone touches it, she can feel that the jar has its own strange power. With her mother dead, her father gone to war, and Aunt Mattie's assault looming over Bone, she can't bear the idea of losing Will too. As Will's obsession with the jelly jar becomes dangerous, Bone struggles to understand the truth behind the jar and save him Featuring a beautiful, compelling voice, this novel weaves a story of mystery, family, and ultimately, love.

Tony Jenzano, Astronaut Trainer - The Man Who Made the Stars Shine (Hardcover): Michael G. Neece Tony Jenzano, Astronaut Trainer - The Man Who Made the Stars Shine (Hardcover)
Michael G. Neece; Illustrated by Benlin Alexander
R564 R476 Discovery Miles 4 760 Save R88 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

When America's first astronauts launched into outer space, Tony Jenzano helped them learn to navigate by the stars. As the leader of a big planetarium in a small town, Tony was the man who made the stars shine. Without Tony, NASA's first space travelers would have been lost in space.

Cuckoo Summer (Paperback): Jonathan Tulloch Cuckoo Summer (Paperback)
Jonathan Tulloch
R181 Discovery Miles 1 810 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Summer 1940. As the cuckoo sings out across the Lake District, life is about to change for ever for local boy Tommy and his friend Sally, the mysterious evacuee girl who lives on the neighbouring farm. When they find a wounded Nazi airman in the woods, Sally persuades Tommy not to report it but to keep the German hidden. This starts a chain of events that leads to the uncovering of secrets about Sally's past and a summer of adventure that neither child will ever forget.

The Devil's Arithmetic (Puffin Modern Classics) (Paperback, Puffin modern classics ed): Jane Yolen The Devil's Arithmetic (Puffin Modern Classics) (Paperback, Puffin modern classics ed)
Jane Yolen
R243 R202 Discovery Miles 2 020 Save R41 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Hannah thinks Passover Seder will be the same as always. Little does she know that this year she will be mysteriously transported into the past where only she knows the horrors that await. Now repackaged with a new sophisticated look.

Avery Everywhere - A Day in Ancient Rome (Hardcover): Jacopo Olivieri Avery Everywhere - A Day in Ancient Rome (Hardcover)
Jacopo Olivieri; Illustrated by Clarissa Corradin
R218 Discovery Miles 2 180 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Avery is a little curious child who simply loves history! Follow him along time and space to learn everything about the Ancient Greeks, Romans, Egyptians and Aztecs! Every title is an adventure in history bringing together fiction and nonfiction: follow the "fictional" story of Avery and his friends and learn history with the special in- depth spreads. Each volume is a great adventure that's just about to begin! A new special format bringing together fiction (with the fun adventures of Avery) and non-fiction spreads focusing on the main assets of the cultures of each historical period.

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