William Nicholson Libri

Un popolo misterioso costruisce nel villaggio primitivo dei Manth una torre fatta di tronchi e canne (il "Cantore"); il vento che si incanala nelle canne fa uscire una musica celestiale che incanta l'intero villaggio e quel villaggio diventerà, secoli dopo, la città di Aramanth. Qui l'appartenenza dei singoli cittadini e delle famiglie ai ranghi sociali dipende dai punteggi assegnati loro in una serie infinita di esami che iniziano fin dalla prima infanzia; in base al punteggio avvengono brutali trasferimenti nei quartieri inferiori e ambite promozioni in quelli più ricchi ed eleganti. Solo la famiglia Hath contesta questa opprimente forma di "democrazia".

È il tempo della crudeltà, I Manth sono partiti dalla Signoria, ormai in rovina, per intraprendere il lungo viaggio che li condurrà finalmente nella loro patria. Durante il tragitto si vedranno costretti ad affrontare carestie, tempeste di neve e ancora la malvagità del Morah. Solo Ira Hath, la profetessa, potrà portarli a destinazione, ma la sua salute peggiora di giorno in giorno... Kestrel trema all'idea di raggiungere la patria. La spaventa ciò che questo traguardo significherà per sua madre ma non soltanto per lei, Bowman attende la chiamata di Sirene, preparandosi a compiere l'estremo sacrificio per il suo popolo e per la sua famiglia. Prima, però, dovrà seguire gli insegnamenti del grande Albard. E nei frattempo si alza il vento...

Seeker, Morning Star and the Wildman are about to discover the secret behind the power of the Noble Warriors. And they are going to need it ... The mighty warlord of Orlan has allied himself with the empire of Radiance in a bid to defeat the Noble Warriors once and for all. The two armies are gathering their forces ready to begin their assault. And they are determined to annihilate all who come in their path. Is this the Noble Warriors' final stand?

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In the nursery the Velveteen Rabbit and the Skin Horse talk about how a toy becomes real. A few days later, Velveteen Rabbit finds himself tucked into bed with a little boy and the two soon become inseparable. This is an extraordinary story about love and the value it can invest in the people and things around you.

Ridley Scott brings the splendour of Ancient Rome to the big screen, with Russell Crowe as the Roman general who wreaks vengeance on the man who rules the Roman empire. The film is released on 19th May 2000.

Set against the backdrop of Tudor history, this play explores the tumultuous lives of Henry VIII's wives, beginning with his marriage to Anne of Cleves and concluding with the tragic fate of Katherine Howard. It weaves a rich tapestry of romance, political intrigue, and betrayal, offering a poignant yet often humorous glimpse into women's experiences during this era. With a cast of four women and seven men, the production combines entertainment with thoughtful commentary on the complexities of love and power in a historical context.

Jack Lewis is smug in his convictions about God and His plan for the world until Joy and her young son enter his life and the bewildered theoretician of love in the abstract finally confronts its direct presence.

A beautiful brand new hardback edition of one of the greatest children's books of all time, from the renowned artist William Nicholson, illustrator of The Velveteen Rabbit.

The story unfolds in a world where the Noble Warriors' sanctuary is destroyed and the Nomana have scattered. A charismatic young boy advocating peace attracts a growing following, including Morning Star and the Wildman. Meanwhile, Seeker is consumed by his quest to eliminate the last savanter, leading to conflicts with this new leader. As they navigate shifting loyalties and challenge their beliefs, the characters must confront the complexities of trust and faith in their tumultuous environment.