Recounts the history and effects of yellow fever, describes how the disease spreads, and discusses how American and Cuban doctors worked together to discover the source of the infection.
電影《贖罪》原著小說作者伊恩•麥克伊旺全新作品，描寫主人翁羅蘭德，行過從二戰終末直至現今的歷史波瀾，在愛、傷痛、漂泊之中，嘗試解答對自身存在的疑問：我們是否能在不傷害他人的情況下，全然活出自我？The mesmerising new novel from Ian McEwan, the bestselling author of Atonement. The world is forever changing. But for so many of us, old wounds run deep. Lessons is an intimate yet universal story of love, regret and a restless search for answers.'The supreme novelist of his generation' Sunday Times'McEwan is one of the most accomplished craftsmen of plot and prose' New York Times'A true master' Daily TelegraphWhile the world is still counting the cost of the Second World War and the Iron Curtain has descended, young Roland Baines's life is turned upside down. Stranded at boarding school, his vulnerability attracts his piano teacher, Miriam Cornell, leaving scars as well as a memory of love that will never fade.Twenty-five years later, as the radiation from the Chernobyl disaster spreads across Europe, Roland's wife mysteriously vanishes and he is forced to confront the real
Johnstone Justice. Made in America. An ordinary boy with extraordinary dreams. A man whose legend spreads across the frontier. Ride the epic saga of an American hero and the battles that forged his so
Dive into the wondrous world of water and discover the stories of more than 100 incredible aquatic lifeforms.From the deepest, widest ocean to the tiniest puddle, this beautiful compendium takes young readers on an enthralling journey through the aquatic world, meeting amazing animals, ingenious plants, and much more along the way. Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions about each lifeform, and children can uncover hundreds of fascinating facts as they read. Did you know that elephant seals that can hold their breath underwater for more than an hour, or that the Victoria Amazonica water lily can support the weight of an adult, or that the brown basilisk reptile can run across water? Discover the science of how plants have learned to live, feed, and breathe in water, and take a look at the unique challenges of distinct ecosystems on feature spreads about rivers, lakes, wetlands, and more. There’s also a visual index, packed with reference infor
An adorable new buggy edition of this bestselling baby book - with felt flaps and a mirror!Each title in this stylish series has five spreads with friendly characters to find behind colourful felt flaps. In Where's Mrs Ladybird?, you're on the look out for Mr Caterpillar, Mrs Bee, Mr Snail and Mrs Ladybird herself! Lift the final flap and there's a surprise mirror - always a hit with little ones. With its handy strap and mini format, this cute little buggy book is just perfect for babies and toddlers on the go.
In Come unto Me, book two of the series, tension spreads throughout Jerusalem as Jesus announces his divinity and travels through Galilee performing miracles and teaching of God.
Five beautifully illustrated spreads show a series of jungle animals that include a peacock, a monkey, a tortoise, and a tiger all hiding behind bright felt flaps. With a mirror on the final page, thi
The Lucky Red Envelope is a nostalgic, yet ultra cool and visually rich narrative non-fiction book about a little girl and her family as they count down to, and celebrate Lunar New Year. With 144 flaps across 24 pages, there is plenty for observant children to pore over. Get ready for Lunar New Year, following a little girl and her family as they get ready for and celebrate the Lunar New Year festival.With non-fiction information about the significance of certain rituals, but told through the excited eyes of a child, this is a book to return to year after year in the run up to the biggest festival in the Chinese calendar.Each of the 12 spreads will feature 12 lift flaps, 144 in total.Spreads include: - See the little girl decorate the house with lucky red decorations- Tidy the house to welcome in the new year- Watch a special firework display- Discover which animal year it will be- Make festive dumplings with Nainai (grandma)- Read a story about the zodiac with Yeye (grandpa)- Watch a
Five beautifully illustrated spreads show a series of friendly autumnal animals hiding behind bright felt flaps. And there's a mirror on the final page! A perfect book to share with very little ones.
Featuring five spreads, each with approximately four mini pop-ups, the book folds out to create a map of Westeros. Inspired by the Emmy Award–winning title sequence that opens each episode of the hit
The original, award-winning Felt Flap series - perfect for babies and toddlers!Each title in this stylish series has five spreads with friendly characters to find behind colourful felt flaps. In Where's Mrs Cat?, you're on the look out for Mr Goldfish, Mrs Dog, Mr Guinea Pig and Mrs Cat herself!Lift the final flap and there's a surprise mirror - always a hit with the little ones. Parents adore these books because they are beautiful but tough enough to withstand even the most enthusiastic of young readers.And children love them because they are just so much fun. Other titles in the series include, Felt Flaps Where's Mr Lion?, Felt Flaps Where's Mr Unicorn? and Felt Flaps Where's Mrs Ladybird? Felt Flaps Where's Mr Lion? won Sainsbury's Children's Book of the Year 2017The felt flaps in this sturdy board book are perfect for little ones to turn and tug, which means you can get even the tiniest tot into books and finding the activity fun. Ingela Arrhenius' illustrations are a real bonus.Th
The original, award-winning Felt Flap series - perfect for babies and toddlers!Each title in this stylish series has five spreads with friendly characters to find behind colourful felt flaps. In Where's Mr Train?, you're on the look out for Mrs Tram, Mr Ferry, Mrs Bus and Mr Train himself!Lift the final flap and there's a surprise mirror - always a hit with the little ones. Parents adore these books because they are beautiful but tough enough to withstand even the most enthusiastic of young readers.And children love them because they are just so much fun. Other titles in the series include, Felt Flaps Where's Mr Lion?, Felt Flaps Where's Mr Unicorn? and Felt Flaps Where's Mrs Ladybird? Felt Flaps Where's Mr Lion? won Sainsbury's Children's Book of the Year 2017The felt flaps in this sturdy board book are perfect for little ones to turn and tug, which means you can get even the tiniest tot into books and finding the activity fun. Ingela Arrhenius' illustrations are a real bonus.They are
Featuring spreads with raised, shaped objects that fit into scooped cutouts on their opposite page, these new TouchThinkLearn books offer the youngest learners an opportunity to explore in a hands-on,
The original, award-winning Felt Flap series – perfect for babies and toddlers!Each title in this stylish series has five spreads with friendly characters to find behind colourful felt flaps.In Where’s Baby Bunny?, you’re on the look out for Baby Puppy, Baby Mouse, Baby Duckling and Baby Bunny herself!Lift the final flap and there’s a surprise mirror – always a hit with the little ones.Parents adore these books because they are beautiful but tough enough to withstand even the most enthusiastic of young readers. And children love them because they are just so much fun.Other titles in the series include, Felt Flaps Where’s Mr Lion?, Felt Flaps Where’s Mr Unicorn? and Felt Flaps Where’s Mrs Ladybird?Felt Flaps Where’s Mr Lion? won Sainsbury’s Children’s Book of the Year 2017The felt flaps in this sturdy board book are perfect for little ones to turn and tug, which means you can get even the tiniest tot into books and finding the activity fun. Ingela Arrhenius’ illustrations are a real bon
Discover the fascinating world of water! From a tiny drop to an enormous ocean, one of Earth's most important natural resources flows over land and underground, forms icebergs, and is even found in the air. This interactive book provides a comprehensive overview, exploring where water comes from and how it provides for all living things, and more! Readers can find out about the water cycle, dive into the ocean with marine animals, trace how water gets from a lake to our homes and explore ways in which water energy is used in our daily lives.‧ Supersized spreads feature detailed illustrations that just beg to be pored over again and again‧ More than 60 interactive flaps, tabs, pop-ups and more for hands-on learning‧ Educational content reviewed by an expertFans of The Ultimate Book of Water will also enjoy other books in the Ultimate Book? series, including Airplanes and Airports, Animals, Cities, Horses, Planet Earth, Space, Vehicles, and the Construction Site Book.‧ Great family and c
A tale told in verse and illustrated with engaging, full-color spreads stars Olaf, the happy-go-lucky comic relief of Disney's Frozen, who reveals what it means to dream. By the author of Jitterbug Ja
Five stylishly illustrated spreads show a series of friendly park animals hiding behind bright felt flaps. A mirror on the final spread makes for a satisfying ending to the book’s search-and-find inqu
One boy and his toy are about to change everything... Jack loves his childhood toy, Dur Pig. DP has always been there for him, through good and bad.Until one Christmas Eve, something terrible happens - DP is lost. But Christmas Eve is a night for miracles and lost causes, a night when all things can come to life... even toys.And Jack's newest toy - the Christmas Pig (DP's annoying replacement) - has a daring plan: Together they'll embark on a magical journey to seek something lost, and to save the best friend Jack has ever known... A heart-warming, page-turning adventure about one child's love for his most treasured thing, and how far he will go to find it. A tale for the whole family to fall in love with, from one of the world's greatest storytellers.A gorgeous gift, featuring 9 black and white spreads and decorative inside art from renowned illustrator, Jim Field.
Complemented by an exclusive minifigure, a lavishly photographed collection of LEGO Star Wars adventures starring the iconic Jedi master is comprised of themed spreads detailing Yoda's leadership of t
Join Curious George as he snoops around a wide variety of houses and homes. Twelve full-to-bursting spreads represent home interiors from lighthouses to castles. Jaunty rhymes introduce each inviting
