The Hound of Ulster: A Bloomsbury Reader

The Hound of Ulster: A Bloomsbury Reader
Title The Hound of Ulster: A Bloomsbury Reader PDF eBook
Author Malachy Doyle
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing
Pages 64
Release 2021-08-05
Genre Juvenile Fiction
ISBN 1472989937

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A thrilling retelling of the traditional Irish legend of Cúchulainn written by Malachy Doyle. Young Setanta, the son of poor shepherds, is determined to impress the might king of Ulster with his strength and bravery and to join the Red Branch Knights. He could easily beat the other warriors at hurling. He could even triumph over them in a fight. But can he defeat the ferocious hound of Ulster, the smith Culann's menacing guard dog, and prove his worth? This page-turning story from Malachy Doyle, based on the traditional Irish folk tale, has exciting black-and-white illustrations by Erin Brown and is perfect for children who are developing as readers. The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with brilliant books to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2, with book-banded stories by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence covering a wide range of genres and topics. With charming illustrations, ideas for discussion points and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), this series is ideal for reading both in the classroom and at home. For more information visit www.bloomsburyguidedreading.com. Book Band: Grey (ideal for ages 8+)

The Hound of Ulster

The Hound of Ulster
Title The Hound of Ulster PDF eBook
Author Malachy Doyle
Publisher A&C Black
Pages 65
Release 2013-09-12
Genre Juvenile Fiction
ISBN 1472903943

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A retelling of a traditional Irish folk tale. The king is on the way to visiting Culain's house, when he sees a young boy, Setanta, playing hurling very bravely, and asks him to join them later. However, as he forgets to inform his host that he will have an extra visitor. Setanta is attacked by Culain's guard dog - which he bravely fights and kills. As Culain is so sad at the loss of his prized hound, Setanta offers to guard the house and its grounds until a replacement is found. The king, impressed by the boy's bravery and skill, gives him the name Culchulainn, the Hound of Ulster.

The Tempest epub

The Tempest epub
Title The Tempest epub PDF eBook
Author Franzeska G. Ewart
Publisher A&C Black
Pages 66
Release 2011-11-07
Genre Young Adult Fiction
ISBN 1408163365

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It's a year after the events of Shakespeare's The Tempest have taken place and Ariel has returned to the magical island. Gradually she starts to look back and reflect upon the strange characters and happenings which took place on that fateful afternoon - the magic, the murder and Prospero's sweet revenge...

Taliesin: A Bloomsbury Reader

Taliesin: A Bloomsbury Reader
Title Taliesin: A Bloomsbury Reader PDF eBook
Author Maggie Pearson
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing
Pages 96
Release 2020-02-27
Genre Juvenile Fiction
ISBN 1472967658

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A magical retelling of the story of the legendary Welsh bard Taliesin, perfect for fans of The Wizards of Once and The Firework Maker's Daughter. On the most magical day of the year, the unluckiest man in the whole of Wales finds a baby floating in the river. But Taliesin is no ordinary baby – not only can he talk, but he is also a magician, prophet, poet and trickster. As the years pass, Taliesin transforms the lives of all he meets, for better or worse... This enchanting version of a Welsh myth from Maggie Pearson has intricate black-and-white illustrations by David Wyatt and is perfect for children who are developing as readers. The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with brilliant books to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2, with book-banded stories by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence covering a wide range of genres and topics. With charming illustrations and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), this series is ideal for reading both in the classroom and at home. For more information visit www.bloomsburyguidedreading.com. Book Band: Grey Ideal for ages 8+

To Liberty! The Adventures of Thomas-Alexandre Dumas: A Bloomsbury Reader

To Liberty! The Adventures of Thomas-Alexandre Dumas: A Bloomsbury Reader
Title To Liberty! The Adventures of Thomas-Alexandre Dumas: A Bloomsbury Reader PDF eBook
Author Catherine Johnson
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing
Pages 49
Release 2020-07-09
Genre Education
ISBN 1472972538

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Book Band: Dark Red - Ideal for ages 10+ An exciting adventure set in revolutionary France which tells the true story of a swashbuckling hero Thomas-Alexandre Dumas, whose mother was an enslaved African woman and whose father was a French noble. Alex is happy living with his brothers and sister on his father's farm on Haiti but his father wants to go back to France and can't afford to take his mixed-race children with him. Soon, Alex must fight for his freedom... and that of France. From a slave on the streets of Port au Prince to a general in the French army, the dramatic true story of Thomas-Alexandre Dumas' life (the inspiration for his son's book The Three Musketeers) is brought to life by award-winning author, Catherine Johnson. Featuring exciting black-and-white illustrations by Rachel Sanson, this book is perfect for children who are developing as readers. The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with book-banded stories to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2 by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence. With engaging illustrations and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), this series is ideal for home and school. For more information visit www.bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Any list that brings together such a quality line up of authors is going to be welcomed ... Bloomsbury Readers are aimed squarely at children in Key Stage 2 and designed to support them as they start reading independently and while they continue to gain confidence and understanding.' Books for Keeps

The Three Hostages

The Three Hostages
Title The Three Hostages PDF eBook
Author John Buchan
Publisher Read Books Ltd
Pages 388
Release 2015-04-24
Genre Fiction
ISBN 1473373646

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The fourth of the five Richard Hannay novels by John Buchan. Here we find our hero Richard Hannay living a quiet life in the countryside with a wife and young child but his past comes back to haunt him and he once more must face up to an arch-enemy.

The Night the Moon Went Out: A Bloomsbury Reader

The Night the Moon Went Out: A Bloomsbury Reader
Title The Night the Moon Went Out: A Bloomsbury Reader PDF eBook
Author Samantha Baines
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing
Pages 80
Release 2021-08-19
Genre Juvenile Fiction
ISBN 1472993535

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A heart-warming adventure story by award-winning comedian, actress, broadcaster, hearing-aid wearer and author of Harriet Versus the Galaxy, Samantha Baines. Aneira is a hearing-aid wearer and she is super scared of the dark. When the moon suddenly goes out one night, Aneira is on a mission to turn it back on! With the help of her owl friend, she sets off on a journey to fix the moon and overcome her fear. This powerful story features beautiful black-and-white illustrations by Lucy Rogers. The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with book-banded stories to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2 by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence. With black and white illustrations and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), this series is ideal for home and school. For more information visit www.bloomsburyguidedreading.com. Book Band: Dark Blue (Ideal for ages 9+)