As a young boy, Little Stevie learnt about rhythm in the kitchen, banging on pots and pans. Soon, he was playing his uncle's harmonica and a neighbour's old piano, and by the age of 11 he signed his first music contract with Motown. With a bright smile and infectious optimism, he became an icon, making music that people could believe in and sing along to. This inspiring story of the musician's …
King Henry V is new to the throne and declares war on France, England's old enemy, to prove his military strength. As the country prepares for battle, will the young king accomplish the unthinkable - victory on French soil, against an army that outnumbers his troops ten to one? A thrilling retelling of this fantastic historical play. With Notes on Shakespeare and the Globe Theatre and Patrio…
Foolish and bad-tempered, King Lear divides the kingdom between his two wicked daughters, disowns his honest youngest daughter and banishes his friends. As the kingdom falls apart and Lear's humiliation turns him mad, will he finally realise what he has done?
In Venice, the merchant Antonio borrows money so his friend can woo a beautiful lady. He agrees that if he doesn't repay Shylock the moneylender, Shylock can take a pound of his flesh. When Antonio's ships sink and he loses his fortune, Shylock insists on the gruesome payment...
Children will love exploring their world and learning the names of all sorts of farm object with this helpful word book. Every page is pocked with picture and lots to spot and talk about.
Are you ready to turn your big ideas into reality? "Young A Kids Guide to Starting a Business" is the ultimate guide for young dreamers eager to dive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship. This inspiring book is packed with great information and practical tips that will help you launch your very own business from scratch. From writing a business plan, to marketing, customer service, overc…
Andrew Lang draws on his classical learning to recount the Homeric legend of the wars between the Greeks and the Trojans. Paris, Helen of Troy, Achilles, Hector, Ulysses, the Amazons and the Wooden Horse all figure in this magical introduction to one of the greatest legends ever told. Also included in this book are the adventures of Theseus and his dramatic battle with the Minotaur with the …
Matthew Henson was simply an ordinary man. That was, until Commander Robert E. Peary entered his life, and offered him a chance at true adventure. Henson would become navigator, craftsman, translator, and right-hand man on a treacherous journey to the North Pole. Defying the odds and the many prejudices that faced him to become a true pioneer. This is his incredible and often untold story…