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Paperback. Zustand: Good. In this 1978 Caldecott Honor Book, award-winning author and illustrator David Macaulay explores the history and construction of castles in a richly illustrated resource for curious young readers. The word itself conjures up mystery, romance, intrigue, and grandeur. What could be more perfect for an author/illustrator who has continually stripped away the mystique of architectural structures that have long fascinated modern man? With typical zest and wry sense of humor punctuating his drawings, David Macaulay traces the step-by-step planning and construction of both castle and town.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. In this 1978 Caldecott Honor Book, award-winning author and illustrator David Macaulay explores the history and construction of castles in a richly illustrated resource for curious young readers. The word itself conjures up mystery, romance, intrigue, and grandeur. What could be more perfect for an author/illustrator who has continually stripped away the mystique of architectural structures that have long fascinated modern man? With typical zest and wry sense of humor punctuating his drawings, David Macaulay traces the step-by-step planning and construction of both castle and town.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. ?In 1985, I went to live on the other side of the peace line. Everyone said my head was cut. It was the summer of Live Aid and Bob Geldof pledged to save Africa from hunger. My ambitions were more modest. I wanted to stop the violence between Catholics and Protestants in Belfast.?  Driven by the conviction that things can change and that he can change them, Tony Macaulay takes up a job running a youth club in the staunchly nationalist New Lodge, an area known as Murder Mile, with youth unemployment at 90 per cent. Challenge enough you might think, but it?s also a requirement of the job that Tony, a Protestant from the Shankill Road, and his wife Lesley live in the local community. As the realities of life in a working-class republican community start to hit home, Tony?s idealism and faith are pushed to the limit. Inspiring, heart-breaking, and often laugh-out-loud funny, this is the story of how one couple kept the faith in a little house on the peace line.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. "'Take my camel, dear," said my Aunt Dot, as she climbed down from this animal on her return to High Mass.' Thus starts, with one of the most famous opening lines in modern English literature, Rose Macaulay's classic novel, The Towers of Trebizond.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. For 26-year-old Lucy Gray, life revolves around her family, friends and a classroom full of third graders. Reliable and responsible, she puts everyone's needs before her own, often without even realizing it. In a chance meeting with the psychic at her sister's 80s-themed wedding, Lucy is confronted with the idea that she is missing out on life and should follow the signs of fate happening all around her. Awakening to this realization, these signs spur Lucy to take a last-minute trip to London - the very trip her sister had reserved as a honeymoon backup plan. She'll just have to pretend to be her sister. what could go wrong?Once in London, what Lucy hoped to be the getaway she's always dreamed of turns into an adventure she never expected. Tangled in lies and in over her head, she struggles to follow the signs - and her heart - to figure out who she truly is.With depth and humor, author Nicole Macaulay has crafted a lighthearted, charming read with Honeymoon Alone. Relatable and full of personality, readers will undoubtedly see a little of themselves and their own families in the characters that seem to leap off the pages. At its heart is a story about friendship and romance, and how the most unconventional path can lead to a happy ending.…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. Deep within snow-crested mountains, nine thousand feet above the lumber town of Blackwood, Oregon, a vessel has arrived. It is a craft of enormous dimensions, covering the mountainous peak. And yet, the ground beside it remains undisturbed. Not a single pine tree broken. Not a sound to be heard. Inside the craft, however, things are not as quiet. A young waitress, Casey Stevens, awakens after having mysteriously vanished from Blackwood thirty-five years earlier. And she is not alone. Navigating inverted tunnels, she's plagued by ghostly apparitions from her past and stalked by a ravenous alien experiment gone horribly wrong. When Casey discovers her own body is changing--becoming blotched with grey, scaly patches--she fears she may face the same fate as the once-human creature that now hunts her.Flying saucers. Alien abduction. Mutant hybrids. Government conspiracies and UFO coverups. The truth is not what you think. Take a breath. Hold it. You are entering The Ship.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. In Lays of Ancient Rome, Thomas Babington Macaulay masterfully reimagines the epic tales of Rome's storied past through a series of lyrical ballads. Written in the early Victorian era, this collection not only reflects Macaulay's rich command of language but also his adeptness at intertwining history with poetic form. Each poem serves as a dramatic retelling of significant episodes from Roman history, emphasizing themes of heroism, civic duty, and moral fortitude. Macaulay's vivid imagery and rhythmic verse breathe life into the ancient world, inviting readers to engage deeply with the narratives that shaped Rome's identity. Macaulay, an influential historian and politician, was profoundly inspired by his own debates in the realms of history and governance, leading him to compose this work as a way of celebrating the virtues of Roman civilization. His larger body of work, marked by a passionate advocacy for reform and enlightenment ideals, informs this collection, as he elevates the importance of learning from history to understand moral lessons relevant to his own time. Lays of Ancient Rome is an essential read for those fascinated by historical poetry and the interplay between literature and history. Its stirring verses and moral lessons resonate with modern readers, making it a compelling exploration of how the echoes of ancient civilizations inform contemporary ideals of character and virtue.…

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Hardback. Zustand: Good. Winner of the 1991 Caldecott Medal  Four stories are told simultaneously, with each double-page spread divided into quadrants. The stories do not necessarily take place at the same moment in time, but are they really one story.

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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 1. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Winner of the 1991 Caldecott Medal  Four stories are told simultaneously, with each double-page spread divided into quadrants. The stories do not necessarily take place at the same moment in time, but are they really one story.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Winner of the 1991 Caldecott Medal  Four stories are told simultaneously, with each double-page spread divided into quadrants. The stories do not necessarily take place at the same moment in time, but are they really one story.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Winner of the 1991 Caldecott Medal  Four stories are told simultaneously, with each double-page spread divided into quadrants. The stories do not necessarily take place at the same moment in time, but are they really one story.

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Zustand: very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.

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Zustand: very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.

Zustand: good. Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.