Saved from the jaws of the evil tiger Shere Khan, young Mowgli is adopted by a wolf pack and taught the law of the jungle by lovable old Baloo the bear and Bhageera the panther. Tales of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi the snake-fighting mongoose, little Toomai and the elephant's secret dance, and Kotick the white seal join Mowgli's journey.
Meet little Mole, willful Ratty, Badger the perennial bachelor, and petulant Toad. In the almost one hundred years since their first appearance in 1908, they've become emblematic archetypes of eccentricity, folly, and friendship. And their misadventures-in gypsy caravans, stolen sports cars, and their Wild Wood-continue to capture readers' imaginations and warm their hearts long after they grow…
In this vivid portrait of the new business world, Thomas L. Friedman shows how technology, capital, and information are transforming the global marketplace, leveling old geographic and geopolitical boundaries. With bold reporting and acute analysis, Friedman dramatizes the conflict between globalizing forces and local cultures, and he shows why a balance between progress and the preservation of…
Classic Treasury Fairy Stories is a bestselling fairy story book, full of magical fairy tales by well-known authors including Louisa M Alcott and E Nesbit. A perfect story time book to read to young kids or enjoyed independently by confident readers aged 7+. # Specially commissioned artwork and page decorations with every story to delight young readers. # Suitable for shared reading with you…
Classic Treasury Animal Stories contains 20 animal-themed short stories for kids to both amaze and amuse. Each tale is stunningly illustrated, bringing animal adventures to life in the imaginations of children. This is an enchanting animal story book for kids aged 7-10 years. # 'About the authors' section for young readers can learn more about famous writers. # Specially commissioned artwork…