‘This beautifully written history of “rebellious London” is a brilliant tribute to the non-famous change-makers and a timely reminder that protest can work’ Emma Dent Coad, former Labour MP, author of One Kensington‘Rosenberg reminds us of the strong tradition of dissent that has shaped our history and made us who we are’ Billy Bragg‘This book is a call to walk the streets, and learn their histories, so that we might just o...

A brand new collection of poetry by former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen, author of We're Going on a Bear Hunt, with illustrations by acclaimed artist Ed Vere.There’s this thing we callthe ‘chain of life’.It’s the way we hand onthe things we do and the things we sayto the people we knowand ...

In No Dribbling the Squid, armchair athletes—and anyone who enjoys tales of the strange and unusual—get a front-row seat at some of the world's most mind-blowing feats of strength, endurance, and eccentricity.Here are profiles of more than 70 fringe, far-fetched, and frightening sports, all featured in up-close-and-personal photos. With everything from wayward warfare (Japanese mudflinging, team snowball fighting, professional shin kicking) to displaced races (swamp soccer...

This book is based of the back memories on the of retired major of the USSR Ministry of Internal Affairs Isaac (Grigory) Tovbin. The memoirs of Major Tovbin, who served in the NKVD, MGB, KGB, MVD from 1941 to 1972, formed the basis of this book. Isaac (Grigory) Tovbin died in 2010 at the age of 88 and was buried in Israel at the cemetery of the city of Kiriyat Motzkin. Most of Major Tovbin's service took part in Ukraine. In his story you can see historical parallels between Second World Wa...

Destiny of common Jewish girl in which we can see reflection of all tragical and heroical destiny of all the Jewish people.

The story "Ecology and Psychology in Israel" it is the reality episodes of the real fate of the author of these lines, who immigrated to Israel from the former USSR for almost 30 years ago. He to live in this country up to the present. During this huge period of time, the author of these lines had to not only to swam, but barely not into drowning in the mysterious sea of the Israeli's reality, which is still "terra incognita" for many people of the worldwide.

The digest "Jewish happiness in Israel" consists of three short stories: "Jewish happiness", "Terrorist's Lover», "Life and death beyond the green line." All these stories are based on real facts of modern Israeli reality. The purpose of these stories is to reflect certain processes taking place in modern Israeli society without myths, miracles and fantasies. The events described in these stories relate mainly to repatriates from the former USSR and their relations with representatives of ...

"Plain-language, kid-friendly introductions to socialist politics . . . striking allegories that remain pertinent now, even on the other side of the Atlantic." —J. C. Pan, The AtlanticIn the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, unique tales inspired by traditional literary forms appeared frequently in socialist-leaning British periodicals, such as the Clarion, Labour Leader, and Social Democrat. Based ...

A classic tale of historical adventure to be enjoyed by children and adults alike, set against the turbulent background of the English Civil War, as well as a charming coming-of-age storyIt was in the month of November in this year that King Charles, accompanied by Sir John Berkely, Ashburnham, and Legg, made his escape from Hampton Court, and rode as fast as the horses could carry them toward that part of Hampshire which led to the New Forest . . .

Packed with humor and heart, showcasing top illustrators, and joyfully celebrating a life well lived, this ultimate gift collection of Michael Rosen’s poems marks the occasion of the beloved poet and author's eightieth birthday.Divided into sections including Food, Childhood, Brothers, School, Being a Dad, and Being Silly—each illustrated in full color by a different artist, including Michael Rosen’s longtime collaborator Quentin Blake—Peas on ...

BUZZ! Who could that be? Expect mischief, merriment, and infectious rhymes in this board book from celebrated author Michael Rosen.A mischievous bee causes chaos among her friends in this hilarious read-aloud for animal fans and language lovers. Who’s that in the ear of the deer, on the tail of the whale, and taking the gibbon’s ribbon? Only me, said the bee! Rhythmic text from the beloved Michael Rosen is paired with Matt Hunt’s vibrant, ...

Michael Rosen’s hilarious viral video poem is brought to life in picture book form by award-winning illustrator Neal Layton.Young Michael thinks his dad knows everything. That is, until the fateful day when his family sits down to eat, and the potato is a bit hot. Michael knows to blow on the potato before eating, as does his brother and his mom. So why does his dad pop it straight into his mouth? Michael Rosen’s amusing retelling of the tale of his dad and the too...