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Jane Yolen

    11 febbraio 1939

    Jane Yolen è un'autrice prolifica la cui vasta opera abbraccia romanzi, poesie, fantasy, giornalismo, scrittura di canzoni, narrazione, folklore e letteratura per bambini. La sua scrittura si addentra spesso nelle profondità dell'esperienza umana e nei regni fantastici, mantenendo uno stile unico e lirico. Yolen è celebrata per la sua capacità di connettersi con lettori di tutte le età, esplorando temi come la famiglia, la perdita e il potere della narrazione.

    Jane Yolen
    Shadow Atlas: Dark Landscapes of the Americas
    Here's a Little Poem
    Wicked Women: An Anthology of the New England Horror Writers
    The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories
    Dear Mrs. LaRue
    Il diario delle fate
    • Il diario delle fate

      • 384pagine
      • 14 ore di lettura

      Serana e Meteora erano due bellissime fate sorelle, dame della Regina della Luce, e vivevano nel Boscoverde. Un giorno, senza volerlo, avevano scoperto un segreto che doveva rimanere nascosto e da quel momento la loro vita era cambiata per sempre. La regina aveva deciso infatti di punirle, separandole e mandandole in esilio sulla Terra: Serana a New York e Meteora a Milwaukee. Come angeli caduti, le due sorelle sono ormai sole, private dei loro poteri magici e soprattutto della loro bellezza e giovinezza. Si trascinano stanche nelle città in cui vivono, affrante per la nostalgia l’una dell’altra e per il ricordo struggente del luogo paradisiaco da cui provengono. Cercano con tutte le forze un modo per comunicare tra loro, senza riuscirvi. Ma la loro presenza sulla Terra è davvero soltanto una punizione? Qual è il vero motivo per cui la Regina della Luce le ha mandate tra gli uomini? Una fiaba piena di poesia in cui convivono l’umano e il soprannaturale, i rumori della metropoli e la magia di un mondo incantato.

      Il diario delle fate
    • Dear Mrs. LaRue

      • 32pagine
      • 2 ore di lettura

      A dog laments his fate at obedience school through a series of hilarious letters home. When Ike LaRue is imprisoned at the Igor Brotweiler Canine Academy, he tries everything to get sent home -- from weepy letters to his owner to illness. In reality, Brotweiler is more like camp than prison, but still, Ike's not cut out for life without Mrs. LaRue. Finally, he runs away only to find himself back in Snort City -- just in time to save Mrs. LaRue's life. This classic picture book by How Do Dinosaurs...? illustrator Mark Teague is now available as a trade paperback!

      Dear Mrs. LaRue
    • Featuring seven jewels of the classical ballet tradition, this sumptuous collection will enchant young dreamers and dancers alike. Now with a story CD, narrated by Juliet Stevenson. This book includes a brief history of Classical Ballet. * Cultural Diversity: A companion to The Barefoot Book of Dance Stories.

      The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories
    • Exploring themes of horror and the uncanny, this collection features stories and poems by women from the New England Horror Writers. Readers will encounter chilling narratives involving stolen identities, eerie local traditions, and haunting psychological landscapes shaped by trauma. From mysterious islands to surreal adventures with carny characters, the anthology delves into the darker aspects of reality, ensuring that safety is an illusion. Each piece invites readers to confront their deepest fears and the unsettling nature of existence.

      Wicked Women: An Anthology of the New England Horror Writers
    • This exuberant celebration of poetry is an essential book for every young one’s library and a gorgeous gift to be both shared and treasured.Sit back and savor a superb collection of more than sixty poems by a wide range of talented writers, from Margaret Wise Brown to Gertrude Stein, Langston Hughes to A. A. Milne. Greeting the morning, enjoying the adventures of the day, cuddling up to a cozy bedtime — these are poems that highlight the moments of a toddler’s world from dawn to dusk. Carefully gathered by Jane Yolen and Andrew Fusek Peters and delightfully illustrated by Polly Dunbar,  Here's a Little Poem  offers a comprehensive introduction to some remarkable poets, even as it captures a very young child’s intense delight in the experiences and rituals of every new day.

      Here's a Little Poem
    • The Umbra Arca Society embarks on daring quests to uncover humanity's lost secrets, navigating treacherous terrains armed with a compass, a journal, and an unwavering commitment to truth. "The Shadow Atlas" chronicles their thrilling adventures as they confront the challenges posed by cursed landscapes, highlighting their resilience and the mysteries they seek to unravel.

      Shadow Atlas: Dark Landscapes of the Americas
    • Exploring the theme of overcoming anxiety, this Level 1 Ready-to-Read story features a fish facing pre-test jitters. Authored by the acclaimed Jane Yolen, it combines vibrant illustrations with a relatable narrative, making it perfect for early readers. The book encourages children to confront their fears while providing an engaging and supportive reading experience.

      Testing the Waters: Ready-To-Read Level 1
    • Encounter

      • 32pagine
      • 2 ore di lettura

      The narrative unfolds through the eyes of a young Taino boy who attempts to caution his community about the impending danger posed by Columbus and his crew, who prioritize gold over genuine connection. As the story progresses, the boy matures into an old man reflecting on the devastating impact of colonization on his people and their culture. This poignant tale highlights the clash between indigenous perspectives and European exploration, emphasizing themes of loss, survival, and the consequences of cultural encounters.

      Encounter