It was a beautiful morning in 1607. John Smith was on a new ship. He loved the ocean. He was excited about traveling again from England to the new land for more adventures. The sailors were excited, too. There were a lot of stories about the new land. There was gold everywhere! The sailors wanted to get rich and find a better life. What will John Smith and his friends find in the new land? Will they meet Indians? What adventures will they have?
An authoritative account of Italian architecture from 1520 to 1630, a crucial period, between High Renaissance and Baroque, of experiment, diversity and bold initiatives that cannot be expressed by a single label. It includes such names as Palladio, Vignola, Sansovino, Scamozzi and Longhena.
Set against the backdrop of the upper Connecticut River valley's early settlement, this gripping adventure intertwines historical figures from the Abenaki tribe with English settlers in a fictional battle. The narrative explores themes of conflict, survival, and cultural clash, bringing to life the struggles and resilience of both Native Americans and settlers during a pivotal time in history.
The book delves into the tragic 1994 explosion at the Moura underground coal mine in Central Queensland, which claimed the lives of 11 men. It explores the inherent hazards within organizations and the catastrophic consequences that can arise from neglecting safety protocols. Through this case study, the narrative highlights the importance of risk management and the need for stringent safety measures to prevent such disasters in the future.
The older son of Odin, King of Asgard, is strong and brave - but also proud and thoughtless. When Thor's actions put Asgard in great danger from its enemies, Odin sends him away, without his powers, to Earth. Can Thor become wiser far from home? Will he e číst celé
The older son of Odin, King of Asgard, is strong and brave—but also proud and thoughtless. When Thor’s actions put Asgard in great danger from its enemies, Odin sends him away, without his powers, to Earth. Can Thor become wiser, far from home? Will he ev číst celé
More than two thousand years ago, traders brought spices and incense by camel caravan across deserts and mountains from the south of Arabia to the Mediterranean Sea. This is the story of that journey, and of the rich and beautiful cities on the way.
Enjoy two great stories about the famous detective Sherlock Holmes and his good friend Mr. Watson ...The League of Redheads. Mr. Wilson starts a very strange new job, copying a dictionary at “The League of Redheads”. But what is this strange “league”? And can Holmes stop the bank thief?The Three Students. When Mr. Soames goes to his room at the college, he finds an important exam paper on the floor. Did a student try to copy the paper? But who was it? And what does the servant know about it?
George hated his grandmother. She was a selfish, nasty, grumpy old woman. Was she a witch?Then, one day, George has a marvellous idea. He makes Grandma a magic medicine from all the runny, powdery and gooey things in the house. “Perhaps she’ll become a better person, or her head will explode!” he thought.Open your mouth wide Grandma, you are going to have a nasty surprise!