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Step into the leafy world of Sherwood Forest in this joyful, timeless retelling of one of literature’s greatest legends. The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle brings to life the daring outlaw Robin Hood and his band of merry men as they outwit the corrupt Sheriff of Nottingham, defend the weak, and turn every encounter into a lively adventure.

In this edition, Larry Abraham has at last revised, None Dare Call It Conspiracy, and brought it up to date. The events of the last fifteen years have served Larry's thesis quite well. As far as Larry is concerned, the history of 1970-85 has been a kind of giant grab-bag of goodies that reinforce his original thesis. The arguments for the existence of a conspiracy are stronger today than they have ever been, especially when we lay them alongside of what was said and written before.

Discover the life of Jane Goodall—a story about loving and protecting nature for kids 6 to 9 Jane Goodall is a celebrated scientist for her studies of chimpanzees in the forests of Africa. Before she observed chimps and helped save them from losing their home, Jane was a curious kid who loved...

The 17th century was a time of change rivalling all past centuries. A child bride and a frontier adventurer traverse the Atlantic to enjoy life in the first Canadian community formed by Europeans. This is a story-line expounding archaic mythology with extensive character development. Anne was married at 12 years old to Jean, a young man known on two continents as the "Gobloteux" - the goblet maker. Three-quarters of a million people are descendants of this unique couple.

"We are all prompted by the same motives, all deceived by the same fallacies, all animated by hope, obstructed by danger, entangled by desire, and seduced by pleasure." This book is a biography of the man who wrote those words about 300 years ago, the great man of letters of the 18th century Samuel Johnson. And it has a special purpose: presenting the story of Sam’s life in a shorter form than any other researched biography and conveying that story in a style that’s clear and accessible for any general audience.

From Why-ning to Winning will transform your life. Cindy will lead you through the healing questions. She's been there herself. Her child was sick and almost died. She was once contemplating suicide. You'll hear her moving story and be inspired to overcome your own challenges.

Jackson is having difficulty coping after losing Grandpa Milswick due to COVID. Not only did Grandpa Milswick join them on Saturday morning for breakfast, but he was also someone whom Jackson adored. Jackson believed that it was his responsibility to defeat COVID just as it had Grandpa Milswick. After several unsuccessful attempts, Jackson finally had to ask his parents for their assistance, in which they all agreed to defeat COVID as a team.

After Bailey’s mommy and daddy meet a surfing dog in Costa Rica, they get a good idea: Why not try to teach Bailey how to surf too? Back home in Canada, Mommy organizes a visit to a friend who lives by a wavy lake, and Daddy plans out how he is going to teach Bailey how to surf. Starting by sniffing Daddy’s surfboard, to eating treats off of it, Bailey eventually learns how to balance on the surfboard in the water. When Bailey gets nervous about the moving water and big waves, Daddy and Mommy fear Bailey might not enjoy surfing.

Charlie and Simm, Montreal pub owners with a knack for sleuthing, thought they were taking on a straightforward case when Noah Wolfe hired them to find his missing family fortune. Their search leads them to the idyllic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, where they quickly realize this is no ordinary investigation. Joined by Noah's sharp-witted sister-in-law, Sarah, they dig into the Wolfe family's past at a grand estate brimming with secrets.

When English aristocrats John and Alice Clayton are marooned on the African coast, their newborn son is orphaned in the heart of the jungle. Raised by a tribe of great apes, the boy grows into a powerful, intelligent, and instinct-driven man—one who will come to be known as Tarzan. Straddling the worlds of civilization and savagery, Tarzan’s journey is one of identity, survival, and discovery, as he uncovers his noble birthright and must choose where he truly belongs.

A tale of bravery, betrayal, and true love, The Golden Mermaid follows the youngest son of a powerful king as he sets out to uncover the thief of his father's golden apples. Mocked as the “foolish” son, he wins the help of a magical wolf and embarks on a journey across kingdoms, facing enchanted birds, golden horses, and a mysterious mermaid who may hold the key to his destiny. Through acts of kindness and courage, he overcomes deadly trials, betrayal by his own brothers, and even death itself in a richly woven fairy tale filled with magic, romance, and redemption.

Step into the mystical world of The Enchanted Wreath by Benjamin Thorpe, a captivating holiday tale brought to life by the enchanting narration of Tiffany Logan. This story blends folklore and festive charm, weaving a tale of magic, mystery, and transformation. At the heart of the story is a glowing wreath, imbued with ancient enchantments, that leads its finder on an unforgettable journey through snowy forests and ethereal wonders.