John Christopher
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Language
English
Description
During World War 2, Hitler's engineers had pioneered an incredible array of futuristic secret weapons, from the Me 262, the first operational jet fighter, to the deadly V2 inter-continental ballistic missile. With the Third Reich shattered and lying in ruins, in the summer of 1945, the Allies launched a frantic race to grab what they saw as the justifiable spoils of war. The Americans and Russians in particular were anxious to secure not only the...
Author
Series
Tripods ; 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Young Will Parker and his companions make a perilous journey toward an outpost of freedom where they hope to escape from the ruling Tripods, who capture mature human beings and make them docile, obedient servants." --
5) Fireball
Author
Series
Fireball trilogy ; 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Two boys are drawn by a fireball into a society, parallel to 20th-century England, which has many of the characteristics of Roman Britain.
Author
Language
English
Description
Unleash the magic of your very own theatre! Dive into the exhilarating world of stagecraft, where your unique skills and creativity come alive. Whether it's musicals, plays, or pantomimes, with the right guidance and collaboration, your vision can become a reality. Everyone possesses a unique talent; it's time to harness yours. This book is your roadmap, drawing from personal experiences to navigate the highs and lows of theatre life. Whether you...
9) Aaliyah
Author
Language
English
Description
Don't miss the inspirational biography behind the exciting new Lifetime movie Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B, starring Alexandra Shipp as the extraordinary singer Aaliyah.
Aaliyah Dana Haughton was that music business rarity: a teen idol who transformed herself into a critically acclaimed hip-hop soul artist, a singer who successfully made the transition to actress, and a beautiful woman who never let the trappings of celebrity go to her head. Following...
10) Astrum Divinus
Author
Language
English
Description
All his life, Dr. Peter Northcott has been plagued by
disturbing dreams--apocalyptic scenes of angels and
demons and visions of fire and blood. Concentrating on
his scholarly life in Rome, Peter is approaching his thirty-
third birthday when he is accosted by a mysterious priest.
Father Renauld claims to have important information
regarding Peter's destiny. He spins a tale of secret
societies and ancient texts and enemies who not only
threaten...
11) The pool of fire
Author
Series
Tripods ; 3
Language
English
Description
"Will and a small group of free people plan to destroy the three great cities of the Tripods before the arrival of a space ship destined to doom humanity." --
Author
Series
Tripods ; 2
Language
English
Description
Three boys set out on a secret mission to penetrate the City of the Tripods and learn more about these strange beings that rule the earth. Sequel to "The White Mountains."
14) Zero o:clock
Author
Publisher
Black Sheep
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"In early March 2020 in New Rochelle, New York, teenager Geth Montego is fumbling with the present and uncertain about her future. She only has three friends: her best friend Tovah, who's been acting weird ever since they started applying to college; Diego, who she wants to ask to prom; and the K-pop band BTS, because the group always seems to be there for her when she needs them. She could use some help now. Geth's small city becomes one of the first...
Author
Publisher
Crown Publishers
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
Irish-born Anne Bonny is only a teenager when she is left destitute by her mother's death. Abandoned by her father, she seems destined to be forgotten by the world. But Anne chooses to seek her fortune in the lush tropics of the colonial West Indies, where she passes herself off as a young man named Bonn. She finds work as a ship's hand, sailing under the command of Calico Jack Rackam, a notorious and charismatic pirate with a bounty on his head....