Elizabeth (Mehr als 920.000 Ergebnisse)

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Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. This definitive guide to hip-hop teaches kids about the history and world-wide cultural impact of the genre, covering everyone from early heroes like The Sugar Hill Gang, Kurtis Blow, and Run D.M.C., to modern day titans like Kanye West, Cardi B, and Kendrick Lamar. Jenai, Markia (illustrator). …

Hardback. Zustand: Good. An inspiring graphic novel about Elizebeth Friedman, a codebreaking pioneer who changed the course of World War II. Nazi spy rings! No-good gangsters! Shakespearian lies! Discover the courageous woman who cracked all these cases and more--with only a pencil and paper. The youngest of ten siblings, Elizebeth Friedman stood out from an early age with brilliant language skills and a passion for English literature. Eventually, these talents led to a new opportunity: codebreaking. Using ciphers and other trailblazing techniques, Friedman solved coded messages to take down some of the most notorious gangsters in the United States, including the infamous Al Capone. During World War II, as German forces stormed across Europe, she took her skills to the frontlines, thwarting Nazi spies and helping lead Allied forces to victory. In this action-packed, full-color graphic novel, learn more about this daring woman who took risks, defied expectations, and confronted the enemies of World War II. Other Women Warriors of World War II:Angels of Bataan and Corregidor: The Heroic Nurses of World War IIThe Courageous Six Triple Eight: The All-Black Female Battalion of World War IIDaring Women of D-Day: Bold Spies of World War IIJane Kendeigh: Brave Nurse of World War IINancy Wake: Fearless Spy of World War IISophie Scholl: Daring Activist of World War IIVirginia Hall: Clever Spy of World War II. Monnin, Alisha (illustrator).…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. Once we cross this mountain, you will be free In the fall of 1963, these words stirred seventeen-year-old Elizabeth's heart as she and her guide approached the densely wooded slopes of the Alps. For so long, she dreamed of escaping the clutches of communism in Eastern Europe and fleeing to the West to pursue her dreams, but now her heart pounded with fear. Had she made the right choice? Would they make it across the border without the guards spotting them? Little did Elizabeth know this grueling trek over the mountains was only the beginning of a nightmare she would battle for years to come.or that true freedom, peace, joy, and healing would come from the most surprising, tender places.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. Sharply observed, bitter and humorous, The Long Prospect is a story of life in an Australian industrial town. Growing up neglected in a seedy boarding house, 12-year-old Emily Lawrence befriends Max, a middle-aged scientist who encourages her to pursue her intellectual interests. Innocent Emily will face scandal, suburban snobbery and psychological torment. Originally published in 1958, The Long Prospect was described as second only to Patrick White's Voss in postwar Australian literature.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Elizabeth Blackwell (1821 - 1910) was the first woman awarded the MD degree in the United States. This is the story of her dedicated, groundbreaking struggle to practice the medical profession, eloquently told in her own words. Full of insightful reflections on the philosophy of medicine, women's education, the evils of slavery, and the nature of American society in the nineteenth century, this unique autobiography will interest scholars and students of women's studies and the history of science.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. WINNER OF THE THE CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019 SHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE 2019 THE WINNER OF THE 2018 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD THE WINNER OF THE MICHAEL L.PRINTZ AWARD THE WINNER OF THE PURA BELPRÉ AWARD THE WINNER OF THE BOSTON GLOBE-HORNBOOK AWARD 'I fell in love at slam poetry. This one will stay with you a long time.' ? Angie Thomas, bestselling author of The Hate U Give 'This was the type of book where "I'll just do 50 pages" turned into finishing it in 2 reads. I felt very emotional, not just because the story and the words themselves were so beautiful but because I knew it was going to make so many teens who felt like no one cares about them or listens to them feel seen.' ? Tomi Adeyemi, bestselling author of The Children of Blood and Bone THE POET X ? THE WINNER OF THE CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL. A stunning New York Times bestseller with a powerful and unforgettable YA voice. Perfect for fans of Tomi Adeyemi's The Children of Blood and Bone, Angie Thomas's The Hate U Give and Sarah Crossan's One. Xiomara has always kept her words to herself. When it comes to standing her ground in her Harlem neighbourhood, she lets her fists and her fierceness do the talking. But X has secrets ? her feelings for a boy in her bio class, and the notebook full of poems that she keeps under her bed. And a slam poetry club that will pull those secrets into the spotlight. Because in spite of a world that might not want to hear her, Xiomara refuses to stay silent. A novel about finding your voice and standing up for what you believe in, no matter how hard it is to say. Brave, bold and beautifully written ? dealing with issues of race, feminism and faith. ?Crackles with energy and snaps with authenticity and voice.? Justina Ireland, author of Dread Nation ?An incredibly potent debut.? Jason Reynolds, author of the National Book Award Finalist Ghost ?Acevedo has amplified the voices of girls en el barrio who are equal parts goddess, saint, warrior, and hero.? Ibi Zoboi, author of American Street 'A story that will slam the power of poetry and love back into your heart.' ? Laurie Halse Anderson, author of Speak and Chains 'Acevedo breathes words instead of air' ? Lisa Heathfield, author of award-winning Paper Butterflies ?Powerful, finely crafted verse ? Readers will yearn to finish this verse novel in a single sitting, but its echoes will remain with them much longer? Guardian ELIZABETH ACEVEDO was born and raised in New York City and her poetry is infused with Dominican bolero and her beloved city?s tough grit. The Poet X is her debut novel and a National Book Award winner. With over twelve years of performance experience, Acevedo has been a featured performer on BET and Mun2, as well as delivered several TED Talks. She has performed internationally and her poetry has been featured in Cosmopolitan, The Huffington Post and Teen Vogue. Acevedo is a National Slam Champion, Beltway Grand Slam Champion, and the 2016 Women of the World Poetry Slam representative for Washington, D.C, where she lives and works.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. The fourth volume in this explosive science fiction adventure series, from the Nebula Award winning author of The Speed of Dark.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This book is a guide to one hundred plays addressing the most urgent and important issue of our time: the climate crisis100 Plays to Save the World is a book to provoke as well as inspire-to start conversations, inform debate, challenge our thinking, and be a launchpad for future productions. Above all, it is a call to arms--to step up, think big, and unleash theatre's power to imagine a better future into being.Each play is explored with an essay illuminating key themes in climate issues: Resources, Energy, Migration, Responsibility, Fightback, and Hope.100 Plays to Save the World is an empowering resource for theatre directors, producers, teachers, youth leaders, and writers looking for plays that speak to our present moment.…

Zustand: Very Good. Two rivals vie to inherit the same house Will it be a game of survivor.or seduction? Bennett Hadden just inherited the mansion Summerlight. So did Haven Moreau. But only if these two archenemies can live there together for one year. Haven vows to restore the home--and her broken relationship with Bennett. She'll use every tool at her disposal to return both to their former glory. But will Bennett accept Haven's sweet forgiveness or take the hostility to a whole new level? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Seasons in Sudbury Book 1: Heir in a Year.…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. No taxation without representation The colonists in America are rising up against the British government. It's the start of the American Revolution Will you: - Fight as a colonist or British soldier at the Battle of Bunker Hill? - Experience the Battle of Saratoga as the nanny of a Hessian general's children or as a drummer boy in the Connecticut militia? - Join the Overmountain Men or the Loyalist militia at the Battle of King's Mountain? You Choose offers multiple perspectives on history, supporting Common Core reading standards and providing readers a front-row seat to the past.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. 'She's not going anywhere. Her heart is struggling. She's not stable enough to move' Lizzie couldn't believe it. She had just gone to the hospital for a quick check-up and now they told her she could die. The doctors had diagnosed Anorexia and that she must regain weight. Her life closed in around her, but all she wanted was to avoid food. Anyone who lives with an eating disorder fights their own thoughts, their own anxieties, their own self, every second of every minute of every day. For Lizzie this was her reality from the age of 14. However through professional help, the support of her loving family and her faith, she somehow found the hope and strength to overcome. Life Hurts tells Lizzie's story, reflecting on it from her perspective as a doctor. Her vision is to inspire and encourage others to see that, although eating disorders can be devastating, there is hope for all of us. …

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Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. Suffolk, 1939: Julia Compton has a beautifully well-ordered life. Once a promising musician, she now has a handsome husband who pays the bills, a young son she adores and a housekeeper who takes care of her comfortable home. Then on the eve of war something unexpected happens. She falls in love. The consequences are devastating.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The volume moves from a series of Dante studies, dedicated in turn to specific problems of the Commedia and to interpretations of the poem in general, towards the relationship between the Commedia and vulgar Petrarca with particular reference to the Triumphi of which it attempts an unusual reading. A large part of the work covers the theoretical question of Christian tragedy with the subsequent readings of suitably identified texts and authors (such as Dante, Manzoni and some contemporaries). Rissolo, Katie (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. In this sweet and softly illustrated picture book, a young girl journeys through downtown Baltimore with her father on the way to find the perfect Christmas tree in the deep woods.Christmas is coming! And all Chita can dream about is choosing her very own Christmas tree. ?Mama!? Chita calls. ?Mama! Is today the day?? ?Yes,? says Mama. ?Papa is almost ready.? And so Chita and her father set out in the buggy into the deep, snowy woods to find Chita?s very own Christmas tree. And when Christmas morning comes, Chita has many surprises, but none as beautiful as her tree?with its full and graceful branches and her name carved in its trunk.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Discover the thrilling side of the history of World War I in this fact-tastic, nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a new series about the secrets of American History! Do you know about the adventures of Eugene Bullard, the first African-American fighter pilot, who fought in World War I? Did you know that, in the same war, America used a kind of camouflage called Dazzle Painting that made ships look like Easter eggs? Or that Americans Indians sent secret messages as code talkers in the Choctaw Telephone Squad? Find out in this book of amazing true stories! Secrets of American History is an action-packed nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read series that lets beginning readers in on a little secret: history is full of surprises! Want to know what invisible ink has to do with the American Revolution? Or why shark repellant and inflatable army tanks were used in World War II? Find out in this fact-filled series of fascinating true tales, wild adventures, and spy missions, and discover the secret side of American history. Fabbretti, Valerio (illustrator). …

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Sharply observed, bitter and humorous, The Long Prospect is a story of life in an Australian industrial town. Growing up neglected in a seedy boarding house, 12-year-old Emily Lawrence befriends Max, a middle-aged scientist who encourages her to pursue her intellectual interests. Innocent Emily will face scandal, suburban snobbery and psychological torment. Originally published in 1958, The Long Prospect was described as second only to Patrick White's Voss in postwar Australian literature.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. How did I discover that the inconceivable, unbelievable, horrific events that had happened to my children actually occurred? How did I learn about spiritual warfare and how to navigate the real court system? Was I eventually able to protect my children from further abuse? The story you're about to read is a recounting of events I lived through in the early 1980s. Names and identifying details have been changed to protect both the innocent and the guilty. …

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. How do weather forecasters predict storms? When does a snowstorm turn into a real blizzard? Get answers to these questions and more in the Natural Disasters series, which features clear explanations and tips for being prepared for extreme natural events. This photo-illustrated book describes wildfires, including forest fires, grass fires, and bush fires. Explains how these fires are started, what conditions create a crisis, and steps taken to put fires out. Also includes information on staying safe and preventing wildfires.…

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