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Emma (Paperback)
Jane Austen; Retold by Gill Tavner; Illustrated by Ann Kronheimer
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R183
Discovery Miles 1 830
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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Following her governess's marriage, wealthy, spoilt Emma Woodhouse
seeks new company and new amusement. Ignoring the warnings of her
friend Mr Knightley, she begins a series of terrible
blunders.Through letters to her sister, the author presents the
reader with puzzles to confuse even the best detective. Who sent
the mystery piano? Why is Mr Elton so charming and Miss Fairfax so
reserved? How many men can Harriet love? Who is hiding a shocking
secret?With little understanding of her own feelings, can Emma lead
anyone towards happiness?Can you solve any of the mysteries before
Emma does?Real Reads are accessible texts designed to support the
literacy development of primary and lower secondary age children
while introducing them to the riches of our international literary
heritage. Each book is a retelling of a work of great literature
from one of the world s greatest cultures, fitted into a 64-page
book, making classic stories, dramas and histories available to
intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full texts, to
language students wanting access to other cultures, and to adult
readers who are unlikely ever to read the original versions."
Young, attractive and impetuous, Bathsheba has inherited a farm and
is determined to be as independent as possible. Her natural beauty
is a magnet for men; how will she choose between them? Gabriel Oak
is a young farmer, just set up in business with his own flock of
sheep. He meets Bathsheba and falls in love with her, but she turns
him down. He has to stand by and watch while the woman he loves is
courted by others, first by William Boldwood, much older than
Bathsheba; then by Sergeant Troy, young, handsome, and reckless.
Who will she choose? Throughout Bathsheba's series of mistakes,
Gabriel remains her loyal friend. But will he ever be more than
just a friend?
Marianne seeks a man who shares her eager spirit; Elinor is in love
with the polite, considerate Edward Ferrars. Their younger sister
Margaret watches in bewilderment as Marianne and Elinor experience
the joys and heartaches of early adult life. Is Marianne too warm
or is Elinor too cold? Whose example should Margaret follow?
Margaret records the dangers presented by scheming friends and
deceitful lovers. Will Elinor's sense be strong enough to support
both sisters, or will Marianne's sensibility bring tragedy? What
will you learn as you read Margaret's account?
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Mansfield Park (Paperback)
Jane Austen; Retold by Gill Tavner; Illustrated by Ann Kronheimer
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R181
Discovery Miles 1 810
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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At the tender age of ten, Fanny Price moves from her poor family
home to live with her wealthy cousins at Mansfield Park. Settling
into this proud family is only the first of many challenges she
will have to face.Can Fanny, uneducated and inexperienced, win any
respect or love, or will the spiteful Mrs Norris turn everybody
against her?When plays, balls and marriage proposals challenge
Fanny's judgement, will she be strong enough to do what is right?
When jealousy, duty and flattery challenge Fanny's heart, will it
be strong enough to guide her towards true love?Just how strong is
Fanny Price?Real Reads are accessible texts designed to support the
literacy development of primary and lower secondary age children
while introducing them to the riches of our international literary
heritage. Each book is a retelling of a work of great literature
from one of the world s greatest cultures, fitted into a 64-page
book, making classic stories, dramas and histories available to
intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full texts, to
language students wanting access to other cultures, and to adult
readers who are unlikely ever to read the original versions."
Her new employer, Alec d'Urberville, seems charming and kind. Tess
has a mind of her own, but she is vulnerable and alone among
strangers. Can she trust Alec? A year later Tess meets Angel Clare,
and they fall in love. If Angel discovers the truth about Tess's
past, will he still love her? In this gripping story of courage,
love and betrayal, Thomas Hardy asks many difficult questions. Are
the expectations of women and men the same? Can we ever escape the
consequences of our past actions? How much pain can one person live
with?
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Northanger Abbey (Paperback)
Jane Austen; Retold by Gill Tavner; Illustrated by Ann Kronheimer
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R183
Discovery Miles 1 830
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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Catherine Morland has little experience of the world. When a
neighbour takes her to visit the fashionable city of Bath, her
naivete leaves her vulnerable. Who should Catherine trust? Whose
friendship is genuine and whose will be harmful?Catherine's
adventure becomes sinister when she visits Northanger Abbey. What
is hidden in the locked cabinet? Why are the General's children
afraid of him? What terrible secrets does he keep in his dead
wife's bedroom?Guided only by the gothic horror stories she so
loves reading, Catherine stumbles through her adventures. Will hers
be a happy ending? Will she find a hero to share her 'happily ever
after'?Real Reads are accessible texts designed to support the
literacy development of primary and lower secondary age children
while introducing them to the riches of our international literary
heritage. Each book is a retelling of a work of great literature
from one of the world s greatest cultures, fitted into a 64-page
book, making classic stories, dramas and histories available to
intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full texts, to
language students wanting access to other cultures, and to adult
readers who are unlikely ever to read the original versions."
Henchard is a handsome farm labourer. When he gets drunk at a
country fair, he sells his wife and child to a sailor. The next
day, ashamed by what he has done, he lets people believe that his
wife has died. Thus begins a chain of events which leads Henchard
deep into dishonesty and betrayal. Repentant and determined to
change his ways, Henchard works hard to improve his fortunes. He
becomes rich, and is elected mayor of Casterbridge - though his
temper and his pride make him difficult to like. When Henchard's
wife and daughter come back to find him, will he accept them? And
what might they want from him? Will a reunion mean a happy ending?
The Ballet Colouring Book is packed with stunning pictures to
colour and complete. With perfect pirouettes, gorgeous costumes,
scenes from famous ballets, and much more, it's the perfect gift
for any budding ballerina who loves colouring in!
A truly magical colouring book, brimming with extraordinary
illustrations of fantastic fairytale princesses, sparkling
slippers, amazing ball-gowns, cute carriages and pretty ponies.
Children will simply fall in love with this enchanting collection
of beautiful scenes to colour!
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Mansfield Park (Hardcover)
Jane Austen; Illustrated by Ann Kronheimer; Retold by Gill Tavner
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R229
Discovery Miles 2 290
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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At the tender age of ten, Fanny Price moves from her poor family
home to live with her wealthy cousins at Mansfield Park. Settling
into this proud family is only the first of many challenges she
will have to face. Can Fanny, uneducated and inexperienced, win any
respect or love, or will the spiteful Mrs Norris turn everybody
against her? When plays, balls and marriage proposals challenge
Fanny’s judgement, will she be strong enough to do what is right?
When jealousy, duty and flattery challenge Fanny’s heart, will it
be strong enough to guide her towards true love? Just how strong is
Fanny Price?
Marianne seeks a man who shares her eager spirit; Elinor is in love
with the polite, considerate Edward Ferrars. Their younger sister
Margaret watches in bewilderment as Marianne and Elinor experience
the joys and heartaches of early adult life. Is Marianne too warm
or is Elinor too cold? Whose example should Margaret follow?
Margaret records the dangers presented by scheming friends and
deceitful lovers. Will Elinor's sense be strong enough to support
both sisters, or will Marianne's sensibility bring tragedy? What
will you learn as you read Margaret's account?
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Northanger Abbey (Hardcover)
Jane Austen; Illustrated by Ann Kronheimer; Retold by Gill Tavner
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R229
Discovery Miles 2 290
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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Catherine Morland has little experience of the world. When a
neighbour takes her to visit the fashionable city of Bath, her
naivete leaves her vulnerable. Who should Catherine trust? Whose
friendship is genuine and whose will be harmful? Catherine's
adventure becomes sinister when she visits Northanger Abbey. What
is hidden in the locked cabinet? Why are the General's children
afraid of him? What terrible secrets does he keep in his dead
wife's bedroom? Guided only by the gothic horror stories she so
loves reading, Catherine stumbles through her adventures. Will hers
be a happy ending? Will she find a hero to share her 'happily ever
after'?
Girls will discover the excitement of being a bridesmaid with this
delightful colouring book. With beautiful illustrations depicting
the beauty of the big day, the bridesmaid's part in the ceremony
and the fun of the celebrations, this book is sure to become a
treasured memento of a very special day. Full of flowers, fans,
cakes, corsages, confetti, bouquets, bunting and much, much more,
this book will appeal to young bridesmaids everywhere
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Emma (Hardcover)
Jane Austen; Illustrated by Ann Kronheimer; Retold by Gill Tavner
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R251
R179
Discovery Miles 1 790
Save R72 (29%)
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Ships in 9 - 15 working days
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Following her governess's marriage, wealthy, spoilt Emma Woodhouse
seeks new company and new amusement. Ignoring the warnings of her
friend Mr Knightley, she begins a series of terrible blunders.
Through letters to her sister, the author presents the reader with
puzzles to confuse even the best detective. Who sent the mystery
piano? Why is Mr Elton so charming and Miss Fairfax so reserved?
How many men can Harriet love? Who is hiding a shocking secret?
With little understanding of her own feelings, can Emma lead anyone
towards happiness? Can you solve any of the mysteries before Emma
does?
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Pride and Prejudice (Hardcover)
Jane Austen; Illustrated by Ann Kronheimer; Retold by Gill Tavner
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R251
R179
Discovery Miles 1 790
Save R72 (29%)
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Ships in 9 - 15 working days
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Why does spirited, lively Elizabeth Bennet so rudely reject the
proposal of the handsome, rich Mr Darcy? What could he possibly
have done to offend her? Elizabeth is proud of her ability to judge
others; Mr Darcy is proud of his family name. When their social
worlds collide, feelings run high. Misunderstandings, poor
judgement and wicked lies bring danger to the Bennet family. Can
broken hearts be mended? Can hurtful words be forgiven? Can the
Bennets be drawn back from the brink of disgrace? Will
Elizabeth’s prejudice and Darcy’s pride be the ruin of them
both?
You are the last man in the world I would marry. Why does spirited,
lively Elizabeth Bennet so rudely reject the proposal of the
handsome, rich Mr Darcy? What could he possibly have done to offend
her?Elizabeth is proud of her ability to judge others; Mr Darcy is
proud of his family name. When their social worlds collide,
feelings run high.Misunderstandings, poor judgment and wicked lies
bring danger to the Bennet family. Can broken hearts be mended? Can
hurtful words be forgiven? Can the Bennets be drawn back from the
brink of disgrace? Will Elizabeth s prejudice and Darcy s pride be
the ruin of them both?Real Reads are accessible texts designed to
support the literacy development of primary and lower secondary age
children while introducing them to the riches of our international
literary heritage. Each book is a retelling of a work of great
literature from one of the world s greatest cultures, fitted into a
64-page book, making classic stories, dramas and histories
available to intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full
texts, to language students wanting access to other cultures, and
to adult readers who are unlikely ever to read the original
versions."
The great thing about being 75 years old is that you can wear your slippers everywhere - Percy Sloggett wears his in the garden and to the shops as well as in the house. In time his battered old slippers need to be replaced and he gets something of a surprise when he discovers that his new pair are magic. They make him feel years younger and also make him strong and clever. Percy is desperate to tell someone his secret and so tells his friend's grand-daughter, Lollie - for of course children understand magic better than adults do. Percy's slippers turn out to be life-savers as they enable him to leap across the road to save Lollie from being knocked over by a car.
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Persuasion (Hardcover)
Jane Austen; Illustrated by Ann Kronheimer; Retold by Gill Tavner
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R251
R179
Discovery Miles 1 790
Save R72 (29%)
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Ships in 9 - 15 working days
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Eight years ago, Anne Elliot was persuaded that her family's honour
was more important than her own happiness. She has suffered ever
since. Now the man she turned away has returned. Can Captain
Wentworth forgive Anne, or will he be charmed instead by the
beautiful Louisa? Will Anne be persuaded to marry her cousin, or
will she find the strength to follow her heart? The extravagance of
Anne's foolish father, the greedy plotting of false friends, and a
near-fatal accident bring danger into Anne's safe world. Their
hearts assailed by resentment, regrets and rivals, can Anne and
Captain Wentworth now reach across the void that separates them to
love each other again?
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