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Meet mythology's fifty fiercest females in this modern retelling of
the world's greatest legends. From feminist fairies to bloodsucking
temptresses, half-human harpies and protective Vodou goddesses,
these are women who go beyond long-haired, smiling stereotypes.
Their stories are so powerful, so entrancing, that they have
survived for millennia. Lovingly retold and updated, Kate Hodges
places each heroine, rebel and provocateur fimly at the centre of
their own narrative. Players include: Bewitching, banished Circe,
an introvert famed and feared for her transfigurative powers. The
righteous Furies, defiantly unrepentant about their dedication to
justice. Fun-loving Ame-no-Uzume who makes quarrelling friends
laugh and terrifies monsters by flashing at them. The fateful Morai
sisters who spin a complex web of birth, life and death. Find your
tribe, fire your imagination and be empowered by this essential
anthology of notorious, demonised and overlooked women.
Inverness, 1769. On a freezing winter's night, astronomer Nancy
Lockaby arrives at Blackthistle House, home to renowned, enigmatic
Shakespeare scholar Caleb Malles. When, a month before, Nancy
received an invitation from Caleb to leave her position at the
Royal Observatory and join him as a research fellow, she saw the
opportunity to leave behind a past riddled with tragedy - and to
find adventure and freedom in Scotland. In her new home, Nancy
initially finds herself captivated by Caleb's eccentric mind and
deep passion for Macbeth. So, when she crosses paths with three old
crones who reveal that Caleb is keeping secrets from her, she is
dismissive - after all, the women also claim to have lived many
centuries and possess powers that defy any logical reasoning. Yet
as Caleb's behaviour becomes more erratic, she begins to suspect
that the mysterious scholar might have had hidden motives to lure
her into his home. But can Nancy trust these three strange women
when they warn her that if she doesn't uncover Caleb's true
intentions, great danger awaits them all? Offering a fresh,
feminist perspective on literature's most infamous trio, The
Wayward Sisters is an enthralling, intricately woven story of
friendship, intrigue and magic.
The book showcases 75 beautiful words evocative of the wild, from
all around the world, that describe natural happenings in nature.
It includes words that describe weather, or a feeling you have when
in nature as well as sensory words that explain the smell or sound
of a place. The words used to express what is seen in the world are
vital to an appreciation of it - language is a key component in the
call of the wild. As words vanish from a language, it follows that
what they describe may disappear. Words deepen understanding of
what is seen, and what is seen comes more vividly to life through
the words used to describe it. As the natural world and the time
spent in it diminish in the face of modern life, it's more vital
than ever to recall it into being with the magic of language. Each
of the 75 words will have a 100-word description, including its
pronunciation, a geographical/historical/cultural background, as
well as reflecting on the emotional/mindful response the natural
phenomenon can inspire. Each word will be paired with an
illustration Examples of words: Mangata. Sweden. Noun. The path of
light that the moon makes on water. Sugar weather. Canada. Noun. A
period of warm days and cold nights - the perfect weather to start
the sap flowing in maple trees. Rudenja. Lithuania. The way nature
begins to feel as autumn takes hold and the vestiges of summer
disappear. Komorebi. Japan. Noun. Beams of sunlight filtering down
through the trees.
Inverness, 1769. On a freezing winter's night, astronomer Nancy
Lockaby arrives at Blackthistle House, home to renowned, enigmatic
Shakespeare scholar Caleb Malles. When, a month before, Nancy
received an invitation from Caleb to leave her position at the
Royal Observatory and join him as a research fellow, she saw the
opportunity to leave behind a past riddled with tragedy - and to
find adventure and freedom in Scotland. In her new home, Nancy
initially finds herself captivated by Caleb's eccentric mind and
deep passion for Macbeth. So, when she crosses paths with three old
crones who reveal that Caleb is keeping secrets from her, she is
dismissive - after all, the women also claim to have lived many
centuries and possess powers that defy any logical reasoning. Yet
as Caleb's behaviour becomes more erratic, she begins to suspect
that the mysterious scholar might have had hidden motives to lure
her into his home. But can Nancy trust these three strange women
when they warn her that if she doesn't uncover Caleb's true
intentions, great danger awaits them all? Offering a fresh,
feminist perspective on literature's most infamous trio, The
Wayward Sisters is an enthralling, intricately woven story of
friendship, intrigue and magic.
Behind every great woman... is another great woman. Here, the
extraordinary achievements, relationships and secret histories of
84 pioneering women are revealed in inspirational stories which
together show the indomitable strength of womankind. From
ground-breaking scientist Marie Curie to political activist Malala
Yousafzai, from feminist author Virginia Woolf to the game-changing
Billie Jean King; Connected Women creates a gigantic web of
womanhood which celebrates the relationships between the world's
most inspirational and influential women. Threading tales from
across the globe and throughout history, the lives of innovative
aviatrixes, gun-toting revolutionaries and women with incomparable
intellects are revealed. Each woman is connected to the next,
discovering the women behind the scenes; those who didn't get the
credit for scientific discoveries, sporting achievements or acts of
bravery when they were alive. Some names will be familiar, some
might not, but all are equally important. With compelling
story-telling and beautifully illustrated portraits, Connected
Women is bold and engaging with a unique purpose: to uncover the
links between 84 pioneering women. Featuring Michelle Obama, Gala
Dali, Emma Watson, Nina Simone, Frida Kahlo, Coco Chanel, Greta
Garbo, Eleanor Roosevelt, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and many more
pioneering women who have shaped the world we live in today.
Rock, Paper, Scissors is a collection of creative, fun,
sense-stimulating things you can do with very simple materials:
stones, paper and scissors. From land art to science experiments,
with a pinch of geology, and a sprinkling of magic, these
easy-but-inspiring and thrifty activities will keep your family
occupied all year round. Rock, Paper, Scissors is packed with
activities to do indoors and outdoors, in the city, at the beach,
in the countryside – wherever you might be. Perfect for parents
who are keen to turn walks and day trips into exciting experiences,
this activity book will have universal appeal for families who want
to reduce their screen time and encourage kids to conjure up
adventures from almost nothing both indoors and out.
An essential book for any parent needing games and craft
inspiration, On a Starry Night offers fresh and creative ideas for
family fun in the dark. The sun has gone down, but that doesn't
mean that family fun has to come to an end. On A Starry Night is an
inspiring collection of 52 things to do, make and play when there's
very little or no natural light, and the evenings feel long and
empty. There's something incredibly alluring about playing after
dark for kids - it feels grown-up, exciting, and a little bit
scary. Packed with ideas for indoor and outdoor fun, things to do
in all seasons, and ideas that will work whether you live in a
city, town or country, projects include: * Glow-in-the-dark fun
with bubbles, paint and even bath-time * Easy crafts reusing
everyday objects, such as tin can lanterns * Food for the
imagination: movie making, secret messages and sensory games * Fun
for all the family with a back garden cinema, night-time hikes and
stargazing It will inspire parents to go beyond sitting their kids
in front of the TV, and to take back the night and be creative with
their evenings as a family. Fun, light, but with plenty of
practical information, this book includes checklists, box-outs and
spaces to make notes and scribble. It'll be aimed at families, but
simple enough for older children to read and enjoy.
A paraplegic on a rooftop and a woman with a hemorrhage that
lasts 12 long years, what do they have in common? Another woman
outcast by society and a religious ruler with a sick kid, what do
they share? The one thing all these people have is an encounter
with Jesus. We know the story told in the bible, but what about the
story left untold? The thoughts, feelings and reactions of the
people who lived on the other side of the miracles are largely
unknown. The Other Side of Miracles looks at what else may have
happened that day.
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