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La Siguanaba representa el sacrificio y la perseverancia de las mujeres en todo el mundo. Asimismo, es un símbolo para las madres y las hijas que han luchado por la justicia social, el empoderamiento y por la creación de un mundo más justo para todas las mujeres. En especial, ella aboga por establecer una igualdad en la economía, la política, la cultura y el equilibrio entre los géneros.
La verdadera reputación de La Siguanaba fue distorsionada...
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Works on Jewish humor and Jewish jokes abound today, but what formed the basis for our contemporary notions of Jewish jokes? How and when did these perceptions develop? In this groundbreaking study and translation, noted humor and folklore scholar Elliott Oring introduces us to the joke collections of Lippmann Moses Büschenthal, an enlightened rabbi, and an unknown author writing as "Julius Ascher." Originally published in German in 1812 and 1810,...
5403) Beast Charming
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Beast Charming tells the story of Beauty, who works as a temp at an agency run by a high-tempered dragon. To avoid running into her conniving and desperately-craving-for-nobility father-conveniently named Noble-she takes on a peculiar job that will force her to converse with a violent beast named, well, Beast. The rest of the story develops into a hysterical tale of a classic fairy tale romance gone modernly awry.
5404) In a Dark Land
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IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 10
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What is a Fairy without her magic? Life hasn't been the same since Izzy found out she was a Changeling during a trip to the magical land of Faerie. Sure, she's glad to be back on Earth with her human family, but she can't stop thinking about the amazing friends she left behind. Even worse, Izzy can't seem to change anymore. She can't stand the thought of losing all ties to the one place she felt like she truly belonged. So when Izzy gets a chance...
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While living in Russia, Tolstoy operated a tiny school for the peasant children, where they could learn to read, write, and draw. He found that there were a lack of folktales and fables to read to the children so he created his own, which are now brought together in this beautifully illustrated collection. From "The Lion and the Puppy," a story about friendship, to "The King of the Shirt," a parable about obtaining happiness, to "Escape of the Dancing...
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From Jonas Bronck to today, discover stories and legends of New York's Bronx River.
The Bronx River flows for twenty-three miles through Westchester County and the heart of the Bronx. It is New York City's only freshwater river, and it is exceptionally rich in history, folklore and environmental wonder. From Revolutionary War battlefields to native forests and lost villages, its lore and remarkable history are peopled with an array of legendary characters...
5407) A Song of Sea and Flame
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"A Song of Sea and Flame" by award-winning author Ryan Carriere is a must-read for fans of high fantasy, epic war stories, and myths and legends.
This coming-of-age novel is perfect for adults and teens who are looking for a captivating, immersive read.
With over 600 pages of thrilling adventure, this epic fantasy novel takes you to a world brimming with ancient magic and legendary creatures. Follow the journey of two teenage misfits – an orphan...
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An illustrated story books are sure to please young readers.
A reliable city bus runs amuck when it has the hiccups. Passengers are unseated in a comical way.
A story to which a child can relate because what child has never had the hiccups?
His poor passengers are tossed about when Mortified Morty has the "hiccups."
How will he ever get over the shame?
Once resolved, all is forgiven.
An illustrated story books are sure to please young...
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The Haunted History of Pelham, New York is an unusual and fascinating fusion of New York history and folklore. Recognizing that virtually every gripping regional ghost drama springs from kernels of fact, Blake A. Bell weaves spellbinding accounts of ghosts, spirits, and specters together with well-documented context for the stories to help readers understand the actual events and historical developments that underlie each. With nine sections including...
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Once upon a fairy tale volume 1
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IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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The Enchanted Kingdom is in a heat wave until the Ice Princess uses her magic mirror to make winter come- no wonder Kara and Zed are too hot. But the magic mirror is broken! And no one else wants to help the princess. Can Kara and Zed find out how to fix the mirror and bring back winter? Or will it be summer forever?
5411) Haunted Dolls
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Most people think of dolls as being cute or sweet-but what if a doll were haunted? Could some dolls have powers or even cause bad things to happen? This scary-yet-fun book takes a look at spooky dolls!
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Little Rude Riding Hood is incredibly rude to everyone that she meets. She doesn't even know the meaning of "please" and "thank you!" Then one day, on her way to Grandma's house, she meets a surprisingly well-mannered wolf. Will he keep his temper when faced with her constant insults?
This riotously funny remix of a traditional children's story is packed with irrepressible fun.
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This vintage book contains a collection of twelve classic fairy tales by Hans Christian Andersen with illustrations by Dugald Stewart Walker. Hans Christian Andersen (1805 - 1875) was a Danish writer. He wrote many poems, travelogues, and plays, but he is most famous for his fairy tales, which have been translated into over 125 languages and continue to have a significant influence on western popular culture. Some of his most famous tales include...
5414) Ghost Girl
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What if an alienated 12-year-old girl could reinvent her family and then lead it into the future?
In this contemporary novel infused with magical realism, ghosts, and Celtic mythology, the biracial Bonnie is lonely, angry, and confused. Her mother died, her father remarried, and her new school was a disaster. She is sent to live with relatives, who will homeschool her in a haunted house.
There, ancestral ghosts befriend her and guide her...
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Architecture, democracy, the Olympics-the modern world owes a lot to the ancient Greeks! In Explore Greek Myths! With 25 Great Projects, readers embark on a fascinating journey to explore the myths that infused ancient Greek culture, civilization, and innovation. Readers will learn how these myths, popular more than 3,000 years ago, have provided fundamental support to today's art, architecture, mathematics, science, philosophy, literature, and government.Readers...
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Kayla Murphy hears an odd call for help in the dead of night coming from the creepy woods beyond her backyard. The voice is all she remembers when she wakes up on her bedroom floor below an open window the next morning.
At school, the teachers don't even notice that several kids have disappeared, and every time Kayla thinks about the voice from the woods, she gets a terrible headache. When her own little brother goes missing and her parents forget...
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This charming history of metalwork and blacksmithing features many traditional stories and folk tales surrounding the ancient craft.
Frederick W. Robbins shares many customs, traditions, stories, and historical anecdotes regarding ancient smithwork in this captivating volume. The Smith is a wonderful book for those who are interested in blacksmithing and wish to know more about the folklore and myths surrounding the craft. First published in 1953.
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What if I told you that Santa doesn't bring coal anymore? What if I said there was a much better surprise happening at the North Pole?
Our Chief Mining Elf discovered rock candy! So now, Santa flies by the naughty children's houses and leaves candy for the good children, instead. This endearing tale with beautiful and colorful pictures told in rhyme explains the little-known goings-on at the Hard Rock Candy Mine at the top of the world.
Santa's...
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Celtic mythology is filled with many important subjects, including the giant Finn MacCool, the Mother Goddess Danu, and the mysterious selkies who could appear as seals or humans. Celtic Gods, Heroes, and Mythology explores the gods, heroes, creatures, and stories of Celtic mythology, in addition to examining their influence today. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a...
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