The boldest, bravest and brainiest people of all timeSome people just can’t resist showing off… and this book introduces readers to some of the biggest braggers and loudest show-offs throughout history. This book takes young readers on a tour of some of history's greatest show-offs, from wealthy kings and queens who loved to splash the cash to masterful musicians who weren't shy about their talents or brilliant artists who could not stop telling others how great they were.Some of the showoffs in this book include:◆Queen Elizabeth I of England, who owned over 2,000 pairs of gloves, ◆Alexander the Great, who named more than 70 cities in his vast empire after himself,... and one after his horse!◆The Montgolfier brothers, who showed off their flashy new invention, the hot air balloon, in front of huge crowds and even the King and Queen!Andy Seed's hilarious text brings these crazy but true stories to life, as he tells readers tales about massive palaces, fast cars, monster banquets, immens
?It is impossible to stop our ears against the excruciating power of what Breytenbach has to say.”??Nadine Gordimer?Obviously the greatest Afrikaner poet of this generation. . . . No one elevated the
“For anybody who loves horses, and for all of those who are thrilled by horse racing and the behind-the-scenes drama of the track, The Horse That God Built is must reading."--Michael Korda, aut
It's Seabiscuit vs. War Admiral in the race of the century!Seabiscuit was the grandson of one of the greatest racehorses of all time, but he'd lost practically every race he'd ever run. Who would wan
He was bred to be a champion. He was born to run. Everyone said he would be one of the greatest racehorses of all time. Everyone said he would take a place in history next to Triple Crown winners lik
Some people just can't resist showing off... and this BIG book introduces readers to some of the biggest braggers and loudest show-offs throughout history. This book takes young readers on a tour of some of history's greatest show-offs, from wealthy kings and queens who loved to splash the cash to masterful musicians who weren't shy about their talents or brilliant artists who could not stop telling others how great they were. Some of the showoffs in this book include: Queen Marie Antoinette of France, who arrived for her wedding with 57 carriages pulled by 376 horses, Alexander the Great, who named more than 70 cities in his vast empire after himself, ... and one after his horse!The Montgolfier brothers, who showed off their flashy new invention, the hot air balloon, in front of huge crowds and even the King and Queen!Andy Seed's hilarious text brings these crazy but true stories to life, as he tells readers tales about massive palaces, fast cars, monster banquets, immense armies, fri
Discover the universal tale of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse brought to life in audio by its author and illustrator Charlie Mackesy, with a beautiful music score and the real wildlife sounds of rural England.“A surprise bestseller about kindness and vulnerability is bringing people together.”—Washington Post“What do you want to be when you grow up?” asked the mole.“Kind,” said the boy.Charlie Mackesy offers inspiration and hope in uncertain times in this beautiful audiobook, following the tale of a curious boy, a greedy mole, a wary fox, and a wise horse who find themselves together in sometimes difficult terrain, sharing their greatest fears and biggest discoveries about vulnerability, kindness, hope, friendship, and love. The shared adventures and important conversations between the four friends are full of life lessons that have connected with readers of all ages.
The father of the Kentucky Derby called him "the greatest all-around Thoroughbred in American racing history". Sportswriter Grantland Rice simply called him "the greatest racehorse". Now Eliza McGraw
When the greatest monsters of the past and future join forces to conquer all of history, only the time traveling adventurer Restin Dane can stand in their way! Accompanied by his loyal android MAN-RS,
Nearly 200 stunningly realistic paintings and drawings bring the greatest fantasy epic of all time to life. Classical realism unites with contemporary storytelling as artist Donato Giancola explores t
Two of the greatest titans in all of media collide as the Dark Knight take on the deadly Predator aliens in these classic crossovers from DC and Dark Horse!After investigating a series of gruesome mur
The beloved horses of Disney gallop out of their fairy tales― and into our world―in this magical chapter book series from the New York Times best–selling author of the Never Girls books!One mixed-up wish sends two sisters galloping away on the adventure of a lifetime..Maddie and her sister Evie have just moved with their family from the big city to a farm called Horsetail Hollow. Maddie dreams of a horse of her own. Evie would rather read her favorite book of fairytales. They are disappointed to discover that there are no horses―or fairy tale princesses―on this farm.But there is a wishing well…In this third book in the series, Maddie and Evie have agreed to leave horses in their fairy tales―after all, the fairy tales need them! But Evie’s greatest birthday wish is for a princess to come to her party. The girls find themselves back at the well and wishing their way into Belle’s fairy tale, where fearless Philippe helps them save the day!
The beloved horses of Disney gallop out of their fairy tales― and into our world―in this magical chapter book series from the New York Times best–selling author of the Never Girls books!One mixed-up wish sends two sisters galloping away on the adventure of a lifetime..Maddie and her sister Evie have just moved with their family from the big city to a farm called Horsetail Hollow. Maddie dreams of a horse of her own. Evie would rather read her favorite book of fairytales. They are disappointed to discover that there are no horses―or fairy tale princesses―on this farm.But there is a wishing well…In this third book in the series, Maddie and Evie have agreed to leave horses in their fairy tales―after all, the fairy tales need them! But Evie’s greatest birthday wish is for a princess to come to her party. The girls find themselves back at the well and wishing their way into Belle’s fairy tale, where fearless Philippe helps them save the day!
Come to Grief is a classic novel from Dick Francis, one of the greatest thriller writers of all time. Sid Halley, ex-champion jockey turned investigator, is facing his toughest test. A number of horse
