Chris Riddell Libri

Un'astuta gatta gialla organizza rapimenti di cagnolini da salotto e furti nelle case. Bisogna fare qualcosa! Riusciranno Ottoline e Mister Munro a escogitare un piano per fermarla? Età di lettura: da 7 anni.

Nella città galleggiante di Santafrasso, vecchi professori complottano e bisticciano osservando e studiando ogni minimo cambiamento del clima: graduano la foschia, sondano la nebbia, saggiano la pioggia, compiono ricerche nell'aria che arriva dal baratro al di là del Bordo. Ma alcuni esperimenti possono essere molto pericolosi.

Something Else tries to be like the others, but everything he does shows how different he is. Then Something turns up and wants to be friends, but Something Else isn't sure he's at all like him.

100 Hugs is a gorgeous collection of illustrated hugs from Chris Riddell, Children's Laureate 2015-2017. This is the perfect gift for a loved one, or to cheer yourself up on a dark day when all you need is a hug. The 100 beautiful and intricate illustrations from the three-times winner of the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal includes a hug for every emotion and occasion. But one thing is for every hug will touch your heart. In a perfect pocket-sized format, 100 Hugs is certain to comfort and raise a smile.

Neil Gaiman once said that 'the world always seems brighter when you've just made something that wasn't there before'. This little book is the embodiment of that vision. Drawn together from speeches, poems and creative manifestos, Art Matters explores how reading, imagining and creating can change the world, and will be inspirational to young and old.

When young librarian knight Rook Barkwater is taken captive and forced to work for Vox Verlix – nominally the Most High Academe, but no more than a prisoner in reality – he stumbles across a terrible truth. Vox is brewing a plot to destroy the goblins and the shrykes at a stroke, so that he can seize control of the Edgeworld for himself. Can Rook foil Vox's plan and save the lives of his librarian friends and colleagues? Vox is the second book of the Rook Saga – third trilogy in The Edge Chronicles, the internationally best-selling fantasy series, which has featured on the UK and the New York Times best-seller lists and sold more than 3 million copies. There are now 13 titles and four trilogies in the series, but each book is a stand-alone adventure, so you can read The Edge Chronicles in any order you choose.

A cinquant'anni dalla pubblicazione negli Stati Uniti del libro, 'Il Piccolo principe' è divenuto un longseller internazionale, un testo-chiave di formazione. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, il suo autore, era un aviatore e un umanista; adorava volare e s'interessava agli uomini. Qualche mese dopo l'apparizione del suo capolavoro, scomparve in aereo sul Mar Mediterraneo. Ma la favola del ragazzino dai capelli d'oro continua.

The narrative unfolds in a harsh landscape where a herd of greywyrmes is decimated for their valuable flameoil, highlighting the brutality of exploitation. As settlers push into the treacherous high country, they face perilous conditions, with the remains of the fallen serving as a grim reminder of the dangers ahead. The story captures the tension between nature and human greed, revealing the stark realities of survival amidst a backdrop of violence and desperation.

The second installment of the Wyrmeweald series continues the imaginative journey crafted by the creators of the Edge Chronicles. It delves into a richly developed world filled with adventure, unique creatures, and intricate lore, inviting readers to explore the depths of its enchanting landscapes and the challenges faced by its characters. This sequel promises to expand on the themes of bravery and friendship, as well as the ongoing battle against dark forces threatening the realm.

Rook Barkwater Lives In The Network Of Sewer-Chambers Beneath Undertown, The Bustling Main City Of The Edgeworld. He Dreams Of Becoming A Librarian Knight - One Of Those Sent Out To Explore The Mysteries Of Their World. Somewhere Out There Lie The Secrets Of The Past - Including The Lost Floating City Of Sanctaphrax - And, Maybe, Hope For A Future Free From The Fear Of Tyranny. When His Chance Comes, Rook Grabs It! Breaking All The Rules, He Sets Out On A Journey To The Free Glades And Beyond. His Luck And Determination Lead Him From One Peril To Another Until, Buried In The Heart Of The Deepwoods, Rook Encounters A Mysterious Character - The Last Sky Pirate - And Is Thrust Into A Bold Adventure That Dares To Challenge The Might Of The Dread Guardians Of The Night-