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1) Gargantua
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Points volume 287
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"Gargantua" est un livre écrit par François Rabelais au XVIe siècle et publié en 1534. Il s'agit du premier volet de la célèbre série "Gargantua et Pantagruel". L'histoire est centrée sur les aventures du géant Gargantua, depuis sa naissance jusqu'à sa vie à l'université. Ce roman est un mélange de satire sociale et de comédie, avec un style d'écriture caractéristique de Rabelais qui inclut des calembours et des jeux de mots. Le livre...
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"In 1177 B.C., marauding groups known only as the "Sea Peoples" invaded Egypt. The pharaoh's army and navy managed to defeat them, but the victory so weakened Egypt that it soon slid into decline, as did most of the surrounding civilizations. After centuries of brilliance, the civilized world of the Bronze Age came to an abrupt and cataclysmic end. Kingdoms fell like dominoes over the course of just a few decades. No more Minoans or Mycenaeans. No...
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Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
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2016
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English
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Get ready for a thrilling journey in Compass South, a New York Times–bestselling middle-grade graphic novel full of pirates and adventure, from the same team who created the Eisner Award-winner Salt Magic.
It's 1860 in New York City. When 12-year-old twins Alexander and Cleopatra's father disappears, they join the Black Hook Gang and are caught by the police pulling off a heist. They agree to reveal the
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It's the most wonderful time of the year...
It's December on Castle Street; the fairy lights are twinkling, snow has settled and the festive season is in full swing.
For Carly, the owner of Carly's Cupcakes, it's the busiest time of year getting everyone's Christmas treats ready on time. However with her clumsy sister, Bethany, as a co-worker, it's proving a difficult task. They say you shouldn't mix work with family. Maybe they have a point...
As...
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Four points volume 1
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When their father goes missing, twelve-year-old twins Alexander and Cleopatra Dodge join the Black Hook Gang. Soon after, Alex is arrested for burglary, but the twins cut a deal with the police chief and leave town to start a new life. They assume different identities, but upon their arrival in New Orleans, they find even more trouble. Alex is separated from his sister and pressed into service on a ship bound for San Francisco, and Cleo, hoping to...
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"As the COVID-19 pandemic has swept around the globe, people have looked to the past for other examples of deadly disease outbreaks. In the mid-14th century, an outbreak of bubonic plague, or the "Black Death," killed more than 25 million Europeans within a five-year span. Through informative maps, critical-thinking questions, and in-depth sidebars, readers learn the similarities and the vast differences between the Black Death, the 2020 pandemic,...
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Each Flash Points: Stand Up! EShort is a single chapter from the full Flash Points: Stand Up! Title, packaged as a mini ebook. Flash Points: Stand Up! Eshorts include Jackie Robinson, The Montgomery Bus Boycott, The Selma to Montgomery March, and Protest at the 1968 Olympics.
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Native peoples of the United States have rich histories and traditions that help them maintain varied cultural identities in modern society. In the past, white Americans attempted to hide or eradicate these cultures, seeing Native Americans as an obstacle to prosperity. This distorted view eventually led to the deadly forced relocation known as the Trail of Tears. Primary sources and annotated quotes show readers the Trail of Tears from the perspective...
11) Sputnik
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Each Flash Points: Liftoff! EShort is a single chapter from the full Flash Points: Liftoff! Title, packaged as a mini ebook. Flash Points: Liftoff! Eshorts include Sputnik, Apollo 11, Challenger, and Spirit & Opportunity.
12) Bullet Points 5
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Bullet Points captures the complexity, tragedy, and hope of warfare and violence in human and nonhuman society, with reprints and original stories every three months. The April 2024 issue (Volume 5) presents stories on a fantastical theme: Original Stories* Annika Barranti Klein, "Say a Prayer to the New God"* Robert Runté, "The Guy with the Shopping Cart* Andy Clark, "A Final Raid" Reprints* Elana Gomel, "Alyona and Ivan"* Elaine Isaak, "Joenna's...
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When people talk about the Industrial Revolution, they tend to point to the positives. Electric lighting, washing machines, cars-the list of things from this period that have improved people's lives around the world is seemingly endless. However, the negative effects of this historical turning point, such as climate change and oil depletion, are frequently glossed over. Through detailed maps and in-depth sidebars, this volume examines the lasting...
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Each Flash Points: Stand Up! EShort is a single chapter from the full Flash Points: Stand Up! Title, packaged as a mini ebook. Flash Points: Stand Up! Eshorts include Jackie Robinson, The Montgomery Bus Boycott, The Selma to Montgomery March, and Protest at the 1968 Olympics.
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The Nazi campaign against Jewish people living in their territories began slowly, by the time death camps such as Auschwitz were established, it was too late for many Jews and other targeted groups. Even if they had the resources to leave, they were often denied entry by other countries. This volume, featuring a detailed timeline, discussion questions, and excerpts from primary sources, offers an in-depth look at the Nazis' rise to power. Engaging...
16) Apollo 11
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Each Flash Points: Liftoff! EShort is a single chapter from the full Flash Points: Liftoff! Title, packaged as a mini ebook. Flash Points: Liftoff! Eshorts include Sputnik, Apollo 11, Challenger, and Spirit & Opportunity.
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The intellectual and cultural expansion of the 1920s known as the Harlem Renaissance deeply enriched American society. Recently freed from slavery, black Americans finally had an opportunity to freely express themselves even though they continued to face many hardships, including segregation and poverty. Through main text that features annotated quotes from primary sources and historical photographs, readers learn about the contributions people of...
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Each Flash Points: Power On! EShort is a single chapter from the full Flash Points: Power On! Title, packaged as a mini ebook. Flash Points: Power On! Eshorts include The Telephone, The First Fireside Chat, Video Game Advancement, and The Future of Smartphones.
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Las palabras del asesino al que Lily Fitzgerald había fotografiado sin saberlo habían sido claras y concisas: "Vas a morir". La bella fotógrafa no quería depender de la ayuda de nadie... y menos aún del guapísimo agente Tony Giovani.
La amabilidad y la confianza de Lily estaban resquebrajando las barreras que Tony había construido a su alrededor. Tenía que concentrarse en ganar la custodia de su hijo y no perder el control con la encantadora...
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