W. R. Philbrick Ordine dei libri

In the midst of a catastrophic earthquake and subsequent tsunami, two kids, Nick Chase and Jess Hardy, find themselves trapped at an animal rescue facility with their teachers. As they navigate the chaos and uncertainty, they face the challenge of survival while grappling with the fate of their town and the others who may have been affected by the disaster. The story explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the fight for survival in the face of overwhelming odds.

Set in Maine during the summer of 1924, two orphaned siblings, Davy and Jo Michaud, find themselves living with a famous aviator and working alongside daring stunt pilots. Amidst thrilling aerial performances, a sinister threat looms as the Ku Klux Klan gains power, fueled by racial hatred. Targeted due to their heritage, Davy and Jo become ensnared in a vengeful scheme by the Klan, leading to a desperate fight for survival. The story intertwines themes of courage, identity, and the fight against bigotry.

In a gripping tale of survival, 12-year-old Sam finds himself engulfed in a raging wildfire, battling explosive flames and suffocating smoke. As he navigates this terrifying ordeal, readers are drawn into his struggle for life against the elements. Rodman Philbrick masterfully captures the intensity of the situation, exploring themes of courage and resilience in the face of overwhelming danger.

The narrative unfolds through the personal journal of Douglas Allen Deeds, offering an intimate glimpse into his thoughts and experiences. The book explores themes of identity, resilience, and the human condition, revealing the complexities of Deeds' life journey. As readers delve into his reflections, they encounter a blend of raw emotion and insightful observations, making it a compelling exploration of personal growth and the search for meaning in one's life.

From Publishers Weekly Starred Review. Philbrick (Freak the Mighty) offers rip-roaring adventure in this Civil War-era novel featuring a mistreated orphan who doesn't let truth stand in the way of spinning a good yarn. When his guardian, Uncle Squinton-the meanest man in the entire state of Maine-sells off Homer P. Figg's older brother, Harold, to take a rich man's son's place in the Union army, Homer can't just stand around doing nothing. Determined to alert the authorities (and his brother) that Harold is too young to be a soldier, the plucky narrator traces the path of the regiment. He faces many dangers, including an abduction or two, and being robbed and thrown in with the pigs, and joining the Caravan of Miracles before landing smack in the middle of the Battle of Gettysburg, where he reunites with his brother and more or less drives the Confederates away. The book wouldn't be nearly as much fun without Homer's tall tales, but there are serious moments, too, and the horror of war and injustice of slavery ring clearly above the din of playful exaggerations. Ages 9-12. (Jan.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Arthur, der unter seinem Übergewicht leidet, wird durch einen Schlafhelm in eine fremde Welt entführt. Dort droht das Schwarze Nichts, seine Welt und das Reich der Froschleute zu zerstören. Nur er kann die drohende Gefahr abwenden!

Dove mi trovo io, nessuno legge più. Perchè dovrebbero, quando possono spararsi una storia direttamente nel cervello? Ho sentito parlare di libri, ma erano spariti un sacco di tempo fa, nei tempidietro prima della Grande Scossa, quando tutto era perfetto e tutti vivevano benone. Personalmente, non credo che i tempidietro siano mai esistiti. E' una favola che ti raccontano per farti star meglio. Avere un passato rende il futuro qualcosa in cui vale la pena credere. Poi ho incontrato il vecchio rugoso, Tore. Aveva una quantità di idee assurde e bellissime. Insieme abbiamo cercato di cambiare il mondo. Questa è la nostra storia.

Der 12-jährige Skiff liebt den Atlantik. Hier ist er zu Hause. Täglich schippert er mit seinem kleinen Holzboot durch die Küstengewässer. Als das Fischerboot des Vaters für viel Geld repariert werden muss, beschließt Skiff mit seinem Boot hinauszufahren, Hummerfallen auszulegen und damit die Familienkasse aufzubessern. Skiff ist erfolgreich, eines Tages jedoch sind seine Fallen verschwunden. Hat sein ewiger Widersacher Tyler alle zerstört? Skiff ist verzweifelt. Wie soll er jetzt das fehlende Geld verdienen? Als er hört, dass ein einziger Riesen-Thunfisch mehrere hundert Dollar einbringt, schöpft er wieder Hoffnung und fährt nachts mit einer Harpune bewaffnet aufs offene Meer hinaus. Hier beginnt ein dramatischer Kampf gegen die Naturgewalten, den Skiff beinahe mit seinem Leben bezahlt.

Roy Dilly und sein älterer Bruder Joe wollen Montana hinter sich lassen und alles, was dort geschah. Auf der A bis Z Ranch bekommen sie eine neue Chance, dank Joes Talent als Pferdeflüsterer. Doch die Vergangenheit wird sie einholen.

After his father, notorious sea captain Cash Coffin, locks himself in his room in the belief that a dark secret from his past has come back to destroy his family, Jebediah Coffin seeks the aid of his friend, Dr. Davis Bentwood.