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The Latin American tale of La Llorona strikes fear in the hearts of
all who hear it. It begins with a woman who drowns her children in
a fit of rage and jealousy. It ends with a weeping spectre rumoured
to pull anyone she encounters to a watery grave. Where did the
legend of this murderous mother begin? And why is La Llorona doomed
to wander the waterways for all eternity? Young readers will find
out in this easy-to-read ghostly graphic novel that will send
shivers down their spines!
Mirror, mirror on the wall, whoâs the scariest spirit of them
all? Bloody Mary, the gruesome ghost who haunts those who dare to
play a ghoulish game. It is said that repeating her name in front
of a looking glass will bring this blood-soaked spectre to your
bathroom mirror! Who could Bloody Mary be? And what happens when
she is called forth from the great beyond? Young readers will find
out in this easy-to-read ghostly graphic novel that will send
shivers down their spines!
In October 1918, World War I had been raging in Europe for more
than four years. When Major Charles Whittlesey led the US 77th
Division into Franceâs Argonne Forest, his troops were soon
surrounded and cut off from escape by German forces. Things became
even more dangerous when the division came under friendly fire from
US forces. The troopsâ only hope was to send a carrier pigeon
named Cher Ami with an urgent message to stop the attack. Read all
about the brave little pigeon that carried out a dangerous mission
to deliver a desperate message across a deadly battlefield. This
real-life animal adventure story combined with a stunning,
full-colour graphic novel format is certain to appeal to all
children who love animals, adventure stories, history and/or
graphic novels, even struggling and reluctant readers. The book
concludes with further information about the heroic animal
including real-life historic images, perfect for those readers
eager to learn more.
Ever since the first astronauts traveled to space in the 1960s,
scientists and engineers have worked hard to learn more about space
travel. What kinds of spaceships will people use in the future? How
will their needs be met during the long journey between Earth and
some distant world? In this non-fiction graphic novel, Max Axiom
and the Society of Super Scientists look for the answers to these
questions and more as they learn about modern space tourism and the
future of space travel.
Of all the places to explore on Earth, remote places are often said
to be the most challenging. Yet brave explorers travel to the most
remote corners of the world, pushing through vast forests, icy
polar regions, and other landscapes. Who are these adventurers and
why do they do it? Turn the pages to find out!
Animals come in all shapes and sizes. Some are cute and cuddly.
Some are frightening and fierce. And some are downright strange!
Have you ever seen a blobfish? This deep-sea creature looks like a
swimming blob. How about a glass frog? You can see right through
its skin to its beating heart! Take a look at these amazing animals
and many more strange beasts.
Venom has been one of the most vicious villains in the Marvel-Verse - and one of its most lethal protectors! Get to know the sinister symbiote with some of his most action-packed adventures! It all begins with Spider-Man's symbiotic black costume - a killer outfit in more ways than one! And Spider-foes, including the Rhino and the Shocker, will find out just how dangerous it is! But after Spidey scorns and abandons the alien suit, the vengeful symbiote bonds with disgraced reporter Eddie Brock to become...Venom! Together, the two target Spider-Man for destruction - and nearly succeed! Venom eventually turns over a heroic new leaf - but how will Spidey react when his former deadliest foe swings back into town wanting to be...his friendly neighborhood sidekick?!
Experience the events that followed the Sobibor death camp
prisoner's decision to escape. Readers will discover a powerful
story of human courage and mankind's fierce will to live.
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Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima
Nel Yomtov; Contributions by Eduardo Garcia
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R255
R201
Discovery Miles 2 010
Save R54 (21%)
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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For many decades, courageous men and women have ventured to our
planet's foreboding icy regions. These brave explorers risk life
and limb in the name of science or for the thrill of adventure. Who
are these thrill seekers and why do they do it? Turn the pages to
find out!
When one thinks about the Vikings, usually images of savage
fighters arriving in longships to raid villages come to mind. But
the Vikings weren't just violent invaders trying to steal treasure.
These Norse warriors were also master sailors and explorers looking
for new lands to farm and colonise. Dynamic illustrations and
entertaining tales of famous Viking warriors teach readers about
the lives and goals of these fierce Scandinavian raiders.
Experience the events that followed the Sobibor death camp
prisoner's decision to escape. Readers will discover a powerful
story of human courage and mankind's fierce will to live.
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Nadine Gordimer
Paperback
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R398
R330
Discovery Miles 3 300
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