In the untamed wilderness of the Pacific Northwest, a young woman named Una embarks on a transformative journey that will forever alter her destiny. As she ventures deep into the heart of nature, she encounters a world of wonder and danger, where the boundaries between humanity and the animal kingdom blur. Una's quest for self-discovery leads her to confront her own primal instincts and the complexities of human nature. Along the way, she encounters a cast of unforgettable characters, incl...

Murders in London 2: 2 New cases of Inspector James, including:V.3 "Unsolved case"Charles Müller comes back with a third installment of Inspector James!In this new addition, the Inspector is confronted with what could probably be his most difficult case to date. A not very well-known TV presenter dies in his flat, crushed by a shelf full of books.Was he murdered? Was it an accident? It is James’ job to find the truth with the help of his assistant, Sergeant ...

Charles Müller comes back with a third installment of Inspector James!In this new addition, the Inspector is confronted with what could probably be his most difficult case to date. A not very well-known TV presenter dies in his flat, crushed by a shelf full of books.Was he murdered? Was it an accident? It is James’ job to find the truth with the help of his assistant, Sergeant Georges.But after a few days of investigation, it seems the case will only get harder...

"A very useful addition to the chemical literature." — Journal of the American Chemical Society.Designed to aid students and teachers in advanced physical chemistry, spectroscopy, or quantum chemistry courses, this carefully written book is unique in the variety of problems covered and the detail of the solutions provided.The book consists of 12 chapters, each of which includes a short introduction, followed by approximately 20 problems with detailed solutions. Also ...

This is Gladys’s story, one of four stories from The Sugar Girls. During the Blitz and the years of rationing, the Sugar Girls kept Britain sweet. The work was back-breakingly hard, but the Tate & Lyle factory was more than just a workplace – it was a community, a calling, a place of love and support and an uproarious, tribal part of East London.‘Gladys changed into her new uniform. The dungarees hung loosely on her boyish frame, the crotch resting somewhere down by her knees and t...

When a childhood illness leaves her blind and deaf, Helen Keller's life seems hopeless indeed. But her indomitable will and the help of a devoted teacher empower Helen to triumph over incredible adversity. This amazing true story is finally brought to the beginner reader level.

They’ve been friends since they were kids. They recently became business partners in a fashion design firm. But Henry still doesn’t see how much Jo loves him. Or does he? This cute, quick read is about discovering what was in front of you all along. This contemporary romance about a fashion designer is a short story of about 20 pages. Short enough to read during a lunch break but long enough to give you an escape.

Retold for Learners of English by Richard RogersLondon in the 1830s was no place to be if you were a hungry ten-year-old boy, an orphan without friends or family, with no home to go to, and only a penny in your pocket to buy a piece of bread.But Oliver Twist finds some friends - Fagin, the Artful Dodger, and Charley Bates. They give him food and shelter, and play games with him, but it is not until some days later that Oliver finds out what kind of friends they are and what k...

Following the death of their young daughter, John and Laura visit Venice to try and escape their grief. But when the couple meet two aged sisters, one of whom claims to have psychic visions of the dead girl, strange things start to happen.Filmed in 1973 with Julie Christie and Donald Sutherland, Daphne du Maurier's classic thriller starts as a moving examination of grief but gradually becomes a chilling tale with a dark and terrifying climax.This adaptation of Don't Look No...

Laura Lake is the deputy editor of glossy mag Society. She's been asked to write an exclusive on celebrity getaway Coconut Cay, a private paradise belonging to billionaire businessman James Redmond.When a couple of pompous journalists turn up unexpectedly, scuppering Laura's chances of an exclusive, she decides to enjoy the glittering sea and golden Caribbean sands instead.But Laura soon discovers that the hi-tech, haute luxe, seven-star comfort of Coconut Cay hide...

Oliver Twist is the classic tale of a poor orphan boy who runs away from an abusivemaster, only to fall in with thieves and robbers on the cruel streets of 19th-century London.Eventually Oliver discovers the truth about his past, and finds a true home.Adapted by Maggie Pearson from the original novel by Charles Dickens.A series of adaptations of well-known stories, designed to introduce young readersto the classics. Divided into short chapters and illus...

If you are looking for an inspirational, true-life hero to introduce your children to, Helen Keller is definitely a good choice! "Meet Helen Keller" was written for children age 8 & up. With many colorful illustrations, this biography focuses on Helen Keller's life stories and how she overcame her disabilities.Helen Keller was a very special woman who did not let a problem keep her from reaching her goals. Before s...