The story might revolve around Lady Rum-Di-Doodle-Dum and her unconventional brood of children, who could embark on various escapades and encounters with fantastical creatures or situations. Each of Lady Rum-Di-Doodle-Dum's children may have unique personalities or abilities, leading to a series of entertaining and humorous scenarios.Central to the narrative could be themes of family, friendship, and creativity, as Lady Rum-Di-Doodle-Dum's children navigate the challenges and joys of growi...

In "Lady Rum-Di-Doodle-Dum's Children," Samuel Benjamin Dickson intricately weaves a narrative that delves into the complexities of childhood within a whimsical, yet poignant, literary framework. This enchanting tale blends elements of magical realism with sharp social commentary, capturing the innocence and curiosities of youth while subtly critiquing societal norms. The lyrical prose invites readers into a fantastical realm that is rich in imagination and steeped in cultural references, ...

As a young witch, Daisy Sparrow, gets used to her role as Queen Elizabeth I’s right-hand witch, providing spells and cures at her beck and call. But things aren’t completely merry in the castle. The constant pressure from the Queen’s advisors for her to marry and turn over her power to a male sovereign boils over. Enter a prince from rival-country Spain. Only, Daisy feels she has seen him before and something’s not quite right about him now. Can a young witch protect her Queen from the var...

Rural fantasy meets high-stakes adventure in the original hardcover graphic novel, THE MOUNTAINS BELONG TO US, where it’s one young woman and her trusted dog vs. the world – literally.A fantastical journey through loss and danger – both earthly and unearthly.Somewhere in the high mountains of Europe, Thomasin loses her father while travelling to a convent. A shepherd takes her in and promises to help her finish her journey; but when the shepherd is...

Named one of Rough Trade’s Best Books of 2013According to Gandhi, the Four Stages of Protest are as follows: First they ignore you. Then they ridicule you. Then they fight you. Then you win!In Fight the Power!, comics authors Sean Michael Wilson and Benjamin Dickson team up with illustrators Hunt Emerson, John Spelling, and Adam Pasion to show how this process has been played out again and again throughout history--and has slowly but surely led to ...

This is a short inspiring story of a scientist who is working on low cost solar battery invention for his country . One day the scientist gets kidnapped. Three children with the help of villagers rescue the scientist using the concept of electric bulbs. This story helps children to learn that a little knowledge that gets used is worth infinitely more than the knowledge that is idle.After reading the story, the children can ponder over the interesting questions to further enhance the...

What is the place of individual choice and consequence in a post-Holocaust world of continuing genocidal ethnic cleansing? Is "identity" now a last-ditch cultural defence of ethnic nationalisms and competing fundamentalisms? In a climate of instant information, free markets and possible ecological disaster, how do we define "rights", self-interest and civic duties? What are the acceptable limits of scientific investigation and genetic engineering, the rights and wrongs of animal rights, eu...

The first in-depth, behind-the-scenes book treatment of the rivalry between the two comic book giants.THEY ARE THE TWO TITANS OF THE COMIC BOOK INDUSTRY--the Coke and Pepsi of superheroes--and for more than 50 years, Marvel and DC have been locked in an epic battle for spandex supremacy. At stake is not just sales, but cultural relevancy and the hearts of millions of fans.To many partisans, Marvel is now on top. But for much of the early 20th century, it was ...

Son Goku battles the demon king! In Dragon Ball Culture Volume 5 we’ll reunite with Goku and his friends as they compete in the 22nd Tenkaichi Budokai. Then we’ll join them as they fight in a life or death battle against the Demon King Pikkoro!Akira Toriyama starts us off by introducing three new characters into the story. These are Tenshinhan, Chaozu, and their evil master, Tsuru-sennin. This book reveals each of their cultural backgrounds. That’s right, if you’ve ever said to you...

Don't be fooled by books which promise you that learning Chinese is "easy", "easier", "simple", or "instant". Learning Chinese is a pain in the pìgu!AIEEYAAA! is the first book since China invented paper which offers Chinese language learners some well-deserved laughs amidst the suffering.Featuring 150 topical cartoons about life, love and culture clash in China, this hilarious satirical dictionary sends up many of the ironies, delights, and cultur...

Rediscover, or experience for the first time, the incredible life story of a true American icon.Steve McQueen said, "I'm not sure whether I'm an actor who races or a racer who acts." Fortunately for us, he was the best of both.McQueen left an indelible imprint as one of Hollywood's sexiest leading men. His masterful film roles in Bullitt, The Great Escape, The Thomas Crown Affair, and Papillion have been often imitated but never repeated. ...

The two ambitious and young entertainment entrepreneurs had been working together for the past three years.