Exploring the themes of identity and potential, this book invites readers to ponder the future of a child. Through gentle and poetic language, it reflects on the dreams and aspirations parents hold for their little ones, emphasizing the beauty of growth and discovery. The narrative encourages imagination and curiosity about the possibilities that lie ahead, making it a heartfelt read for families and a celebration of the journey of life.
The book provides a comprehensive explainer on the Israel/Palestine issue through a collection of short, alphabetically arranged entries. It addresses key topics, organizations, and historical events that often go overlooked, such as Hamas, the Balfour Declaration, the Palestinian Authority, and the Oslo Accords. By covering a wide range of subjects, from Administrative detention to Zionism, it aims to clarify the complexities of the situation in Palestine and enhance understanding of the ongoing conflict.
a gripping and heart-warming new story of love, bravery and resistance in WW2, inspired by a true story
Set against the backdrop of German-occupied Jersey during World War II, this novel follows a group of women who form a book club to seek comfort in literature. As they navigate the challenges of resistance and the dangers of their time, the power of forbidden books becomes a source of strength and camaraderie. Inspired by true events, the story highlights themes of bravery, friendship, and the transformative impact of storytelling amidst turmoil.
With fun characters, rhyming text and a wonderfully relatable take-away message about normalising feelings, this heart-warming book is an amazing addition to any little hero's bookshelf.
With fun characters, rhyming text and a relatable take-away message about normalizing feelings, this is a great addition to any little hero's bookshelf.
Nach einer wahren Geschichte: eine Hommage an Bücher, Bibliotheken und die Kraft der Hoffnung Der historische Roman »Die Bibliothek der Hoffnung« erzählt die Geschichte der U-Bahn-Station Bethnal Green in London, die während des 2. Weltkriegs für 5.000 Menschen zu einer Art Zuhause wurde. London, 1944: In der stillgelegten U-Bahn-Station Bethnal Green suchen die Londoner Schutz vor den Fliegerbomben. Hier haben sie sich eine Art neues Leben aufgebaut, es gibt sogar ein Theater, einen Kindergarten – und eine kleine Bibliothek. Die hilfsbereite Clara Button und die rebellische Ruby Munroe haben unzählige Bücher vor den Bomben gerettet, jetzt schenken sie vor allem Frauen und Kindern Ablenkung, Wissen und Hoffnung. Doch je länger der Krieg dauert, desto härter wird die Entschlossenheit der Frauen, stark zu bleiben, auf die Probe gestellt – denn es könnte die Leben derer kosten, die ihnen am nächsten stehen. Anrührend und hochspannend erzählt die britische Autorin Kate Thompson eine wahre Geschichte: Eine kleine Bibliothek unter den Straßen von London schenkt den Menschen die Kraft, auch in dunklen Zeiten ein Licht zu sehen. Der liebevoll recherchierte historische Roman aus der Zeit des 2. Weltkriegs wird alle Leser*innen von Antonio Iturbes »Die Bibliothekarin von Auschwitz« oder Lea Kampes »Der Engel von Warschau« begeistern.
The second novel in the Homefront Girls series set in wartime Stratford, from bestselling author Kate Thompson
'I absolutely love this fun, brilliantly illustrated book' - Elizabeth Dale, children's book author 'An important story for young readers, told in lively, dynamic rhyme, which matches the colourful and fun illustrations brilliantly' - Clare Helen Welsh, children's book author 'An action-packed, fun-filled story to reassure even the littlest of Superheroes' - B B Taylor, author of The Vigilante Tooth Fairy Superheroes Don't Get Scared... Or Do They? is an awesome rhyming tale about normalising fear and finding inner powers by realising there's a hero inside of us all. Scared Maisie Brown dreams of being a fearless superhero because they never get frightened, right? But when Dad explains that even the strongest, boldest and bravest hero can sometimes feel afraid, and that's perfectly fine, Maisie realises there's superhero in all of us. With fun characters, rhyming text and a wonderfully relatable take-away message about normalising feelings, this heart-warming book is an amazing addition to any little hero's bookshelf.
A heartwarming and moving novel about the brave, hardworking women who kept the homefires burning in the East End of London during World War Two
