Download or read book The Enchanted Nightingale written by Bernadette Watts and published by . This book was released on 2017-09-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Classic Grimm's tale with traditional illustrations as an antidote to Disney

Download or read book The Nightingale written by Sam Lee and published by Random House. This book was released on 2021-03-25 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Wondering and wonderful. The nature book of the year.' JOHN LEWIS-STEMPEL 'This lovely book is almost as thrilling as the bird's immortal song - balm for a troubled soul and a glimpse of paradise.' JOANNA LUMLEY ______________________________ Come to the forest, sit by the fireside and listen to intoxicating song, as Sam Lee tells the story of the nightingale. Every year, as darkness falls upon woodlands, the nightingale heralds the arrival of Spring. Throughout history, its sweet song has inspired musicians, writers and artists around the world, from Germany, France and Italy to Greece, Ukraine and Korea. Here, passionate conservationist, renowned musician and folk expert Sam Lee tells the story of the nightingale. This book reveals in beautiful detail the bird's song, habitat, characteristics and migration patterns, as well as the environmental issues that threaten its livelihood. From Greek mythology to John Keats, to Persian poetry and 'A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square', Lee delves into the various ways we have celebrated the nightingale through traditions, folklore, music, literature, from ancient history to the present day. The Nightingale is a unique and lyrical portrait of a famed yet elusive songbird. ______________________________ 'Sam Lee has brought the poetic magic that has long enchanted so many of his musical fans into the written word. Allow yourself to glimpse the world Sam sees, to be part of his love affair with the nightingale, and you will no doubt be delighted.' LILY COLE 'A wonderful book.' STEPHEN MOSS 'A magical marriage of the lyrical and practical: a book that makes us want to seek out the nightingale and then reveals how we can.' TRISTAN GOOLEY

Download or read book The Bear and The Nightingale written by Katherine Arden and published by Random House. This book was released on 2020-01-30 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: _____________________________ Beware the evil in the woods... In a village at the edge of the wilderness of northern Russia, where the winds blow cold and the snow falls many months of the year, an elderly servant tells stories of sorcery, folklore and the Winter King to the children of the family, tales of old magic frowned upon by the church. But for the young, wild Vasya these are far more than just stories. She alone can see the house spirits that guard her home, and sense the growing forces of dark magic in the woods. . . Atmospheric and enchanting, with an engrossing adventure at its core, The Bear and the Nightingale is perfect for readers of Naomi Novik's Uprooted, Erin Morgenstern's The Night Circus, and Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials. _____________________________ Now with over 100 5* reviews, readers are spellbound by this magical story: 'This book stayed with me, I didn't want it to end' 'A beautifully written story' 'An entrancing story, which swept me up from the very first chapter' 'Full of magic' _____________________________ Make sure you've read all the books in the acclaimed Winternight Trilogy 1. The Bear and the Nightingale 2. The Girl in the Tower 3. The Winter of the Witch

Download or read book Dear Fairies written by Sandy Nightingale and published by Orchard Books. This book was released on 1999 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Adele finds real letters from the fairies at the bottom of the garden, she reads about what fairies eat, what they wear and how much they love parties.

Download or read book The Curse written by Marian Nichols and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2008-03-24 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Myra finds herself standing in front of an old abandon house on a thunderous night. Her car had run into a ditch during the storm and it look like she would need to take shelter inside. But she was not alone and her host was a little upset at this unwelcome invasion. By morning, Myras investigation of the three-story manor and the meeting of the ghost reveal a hundred year old murder. What more, the uncanny resemblance between Myra and the Ghost Mariah is more than coincidental. Why are the spirits trapped in this house? And what of the Dark Spirit that holds them there and feed off their terror? Can the psychic, Adrian, whom Myra had employed for help, release Mariah and the other spirits without harming Myra who has a paranormal connection with this house, its resident and its past? Venture with him into the very bowels of the Earth as Adrian attempts a rescue of Myras astral body that has been taken by the Dark Spirit into Hades itself. But there is a surprise ending, for just when you think it is the end, it is actually the beginning of an adventure to end the Curse. But it can only be removed at the time it was first place on the ancestor of the Worthington family, yes they must travel back into time.

Download or read book Animal Stories from a British Forest written by Robin Wickens and published by Rob's Books. This book was released on 2024-04-12 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the enchanting world of "Animal Stories from a British Forest," a delightful collection of heartwarming tales that will captivate young readers and adults alike. Follow the charming creatures that inhabit the lush forest as they navigate friendship, courage, and the beauty of nature. With whimsical prose and captivating storytelling, this book is sure to spark imagination and leave a lasting impression. Join these lovable characters on their adventures through the British forest and discover the magic that surrounds us all.

Download or read book The Enchanted Screen written by Jack Zipes and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2011-01-27 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Enchanted Screen: The Unknown History of Fairy-Tale Films offers readers a long overdue, comprehensive look at the rich history of fairy tales and their influence on film, complete with the inclusion of an extensive filmography compiled by the author. With this book, Jack Zipes not only looks at the extensive, illustrious life of fairy tales and cinema, but he also reminds us that, decades before Walt Disney made his mark on the genre, fairy tales were central to the birth of cinema as a medium, as they offered cheap, copyright-free material that could easily engage audiences not only though their familiarity but also through their dazzling special effects. Since the story of fairy tales on film stretches far beyond Disney, this book, therefore, discusses a broad range of films silent, English and non-English, animation, live-action, puppetry, woodcut, montage (Jim Henson), cartoon, and digital. Zipes, thus, gives his readers an in depth look into the special relationship between fairy tales and cinema, and guides us through this vast array of films by tracing the adaptations of major fairy tales like "Little Red Riding Hood," "Cinderella," "Snow White," "Peter Pan," and many more, from their earliest cinematic appearances to today. Full of insight into some of our most beloved films and stories, and boldly illustrated with numerous film stills, The Enchanted Screen, is essential reading for film buffs and fans of the fairy tale alike.

Download or read book Nightingale written by Deva Fagan and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After twelve-year-old Lark, determined to escape her squalid life, steals a magical sword from the Royal Museum, she reluctantly becomes the next Nightingale, destined to vanquish an ancient evil.

Download or read book Nightingale s Song written by Denise Robins and published by Hodder & Stoughton. This book was released on 2014-02-27 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It all happens so fast... Celia's long lost father appears and announces that he is a millionaire. Now, in his last days, he wants to share his life, and his wealth with his only kin - his daughter. Celia is taken from her drab London flat to her father's fabulous villa in Monte Carlo. There she meets Philippe, the dashingly handsome Frenchman who sweeps her into a confusion of fiery passion. And Geoffrey, the solid good-looking Englishman whose love for her is quiet and dependable. Then, suddenly, her father dies - and Celia is a millionairess. Now the ugly question nags at her heart: does the man she desperately loves want her for herself - or for her money?

Download or read book Forest Friends and the Great Berry Mystery written by Adrian Dragoi and published by Adrian Dragoi. This book was released on 2024-01-23 with total page 87 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a magical journey with Nutmeg, Meadow, Thumper, and Whisk in "Forest Friends and the Great Berry Mystery." This enchanting children's book takes young readers on a whimsical adventure through the mysterious enchanted forest. Follow the delightful characters as they navigate the Puzzle Tree, join the Grand Berry Parade, and discover the secrets of the Friendship Seed garden. Filled with laughter, curiosity, and heartwarming moments, this story celebrates the magic of friendship and the wonders of nature. With captivating illustrations and a sprinkle of fantasy, this book is perfect for children aged 3-8 who love tales of imagination, exploration, and the joy of shared adventures. Join our forest friends and let the enchantment unfold in every page!

Download or read book The Djinn in the Nightingale s Eye written by A. S. Byatt and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2009-10-21 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The magnificent title story of this collection of fairy tales for adults describes the strange and uncanny relationship between its extravagantly intelligent heroine--a world renowned scholar of the art of story-telling--and the marvelous being that lives in a mysterious bottle, found in a dusty shop in an Istanbul bazaar. As A.S. Byatt renders this relationship with a powerful combination of erudition and passion, she makes the interaction of the natural and the supernatural seem not only convincing, but inevitable. The companion stories in this collection each display different facets of Byatt's remarkable gift for enchantment. They range from fables of sexual obsession to allegories of political tragedy; they draw us into narratives that are as mesmerizing as dreams and as bracing as philosophical meditations; and they all us to inhabit an imaginative universe astonishing in the precision of its detail, its intellectual consistency, and its splendor. "A dreamy treat.... It is not merely strange, it is wondrous." --Boston Globe "Alternatingly erudite and earthy, direct and playful.... If Scheherazade ever needs a break, Byatt can step in, indefinitely." --Chicago Tribune "Byatt's writing is crystalline and splendidly imaginative.... These [are] perfectly formed tales." --Washington Post Book World

Download or read book The Tempest or The Enchanted Island written by John Dryden and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-04-03 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Tempest, or The Enchanted Island" by John Dryden is a Restoration-era adaptation of William Shakespeare's famous play "The Tempest." In Dryden's version, he collaborated with William D'Avenant to create a reimagined and expanded interpretation of Shakespeare's original work. Set on a mysterious island, the play follows the sorcerer Prospero, who uses his magical powers to manipulate the elements and control the inhabitants of the island, including the spirit Ariel and the monstrous Caliban. When a shipwreck brings a group of noblemen to the island, including Prospero's treacherous brother Antonio, the stage is set for a series of magical encounters, romantic entanglements, and dramatic revelations. Dryden's adaptation of "The Tempest" retains much of the original plot and characters from Shakespeare's play but incorporates additional subplots, characters, and scenes to enhance the theatrical spectacle and appeal to the tastes of Restoration audiences. The result is a lavish and extravagant production that showcases Dryden's poetic talents and flair for dramatic storytelling.

Download or read book The Nemesis of Fait written by James Anthony Froude and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Enchanted Life written by Sharon Blackie and published by September Publishing. This book was released on 2018-02-27 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book of natural wonders, practical guidance and life-changing empowerment, by the author of the word-of-mouth bestseller If Women Rose Rooted. 'To live an enchanted life is to pick up the pieces of our bruised and battered psyches, and to offer them the nourishment they long for. It is to be challenged, to be awakened, to be gripped and shaken to the core by the extraordinary which lies at the heart of the ordinary. Above all, to live an enchanted life is to fall in love with the world all over again.' The enchanted life has nothing to do with escapism or magical thinking: it is founded on a vivid sense of belonging to a rich and many-layered world. It is creative, intuitive, imaginative. It thrives on work that has heart and meaning. It loves wild things, but returns to an enchanted home and garden. It respects the instinctive knowledge, ethical living and playfulness, and relishes story and art. Taking the inspiration and wisdom that can be derived from myth, fairy tales and folk culture, this book offers a set of practical and grounded tools for reclaiming enchantment in our lives, giving us a greater sense of meaning and of belonging to the world.

Download or read book The Nightingale written by Jenny Giles and published by Nelson Australia. This book was released on 2002 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In an ancient land, a king is enchanted by a nightingalea s song, and wonders that such a plain little bird can sing so beautifully. People from all over the world come to hear her sing. One day, the king receives a mechanical bird made of gold and jewels, which sings the same beautiful song as the nightingale. He is fascinated by the mechanical bird and ignores the nightingale, which flies away. However, the king learns that there are more important things than gold and jewels.

Download or read book Unveiled written by Cherry Mosteshar and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1997-10-15 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Attractive, educated in Oxford, and a respected journalist, Cherry Mosteshar wanted to return to the homeland she knew as a child. Filled with ideals, she hoped to help the fundamentalist-ruled nation to enter the 20th century. Instead, she ended up a virtual slave in a nation where a woman constantly experiences fear and degradation--and is legally worth only half a man. This is her true story. Martin's Press.

Download or read book Zoological Mythology written by Angelo De Gubernatis and published by . This book was released on 1872 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: