Résultats pour "The Letters" dans Jeunesse

As chief advisor to the emperor Nero, Lucius Annaeus Seneca was most influential in ancient Rome as a power behind the throne. His lasting fame derives from his writings on Stoic ideology, in which philosophy is a practical form of self-improvement rather than a matter of argument or wordplay. Seneca's letters to a young friend advise action rather than reflection, addressing the issues that confront every generation: how to achieve a good life; how to avoid corruption and self-indulgence; and how to live without fear of death.

Bloomsbury presents Letters From the Upside by Katya Balen read by Joe Jameson A captivating story about finding friendship and hope … and a place where you can spread your wings. From Carnegie Medal winner Katya Balen. Con has been angry ever since Dad left. He doesn’t want to be. He wants...

February 1941. After months of bombing raids in London, 12-year-old Olive Bradshaw and her little brother, Cliff, are evacuated to the Devon coast. The only person with two spare beds is Mr Ephraim, the local lighthouse keeper. Desperate to be helpful, Olive becomes his post girl, carrying secret messages (as she likes to think of the letters) to the villagers. But Olive has a secret of her own. Her older sister, Sukie, went missing in an air raid, and she’s desperate to discover what happened to her.

The complete series of Father Christmas letters written by JRR Tolkien for his own children between 1920 and 1943. Can you imagine writing to Father Christmas and actually getting a reply? Every year, the children of J.R.R. Tolkien would write to Father Christmas, and the letters they received...

Embark on a captivating journey through the eyes of an English aristocrat as we delve into the rich tapestry of cultural exchange and observation in "Turkish Embassy Letters (selection)." This podcast invites listeners to explore a series of intimate letters that illuminate the complexities of life in the early 18th century Ottoman Empire, providing a unique perspective on the interplay between East and West. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, presenting a curated selection of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu's vivid correspondence, filled with insightful commentary and striking ...

C'è stato un tempo in cui si potevano affrancare e spedire anche le persone. Sembra strano e un po' noioso, ma se questo capita a Johanna diventa l'inizio di una fantastica avventura, in cui non mancano colpi di scena, una rivoluzione, nuove amicizie e il ritorno a casa. Ascolta questo audiolibro se ti piace fare nuove amicizie, scoprire storie curiose.

Pura Belpré Award Winner Ruth Behar's inspiring story of a young Jewish girl who escapes Poland to make a new life in Cuba, while she works to rescue the rest of her family The situation is getting dire for Jews in Poland on the eve of World War II. Esther's father has fled to Cuba, and she is...

Shannon Clayton is 35-year-old woman with a troubled past. When she tries to kill herself on her wedding day, her fiancé commits her to a mental hospital. Her psychiatrist is the best in her field, but Shannon will not speak to her. She will only communicate through letters. The doctor needs a new perspective on Shannon's tormented soul, so she calls on Kathryn. Kathryn is Shannon's twin sister who wants nothing to do with her. But she can't turn her back on her sister because she is drawn to the letters Shannon has written for some inexplicable reason.

Mark’s dog, Wolfie, is part malamute, part German shepherd, and all heart. Mark can hardly imagine life without his big, loving canine companion. But in 1969, the Vietnam War is still raging, and when Mark learns that the army needs scout dogs, he decides to send Wolfie. As his dad says, a smart dog like Wolfie could save a lot of soldiers - soldiers like Mark’s brother, Danny. Besides, it seems like the patriotic thing to do. Inspired by real events, this is a heartbreaking story about sacrifice, loyalty, and the complex meanings of patriotism.

In 1851, twelve-year-old orphan Austin Ives joins a wagon train headed for California. As they make their way across the country, Austin writes home to his brother Levi, describing day-to-day life on the Overland Trail. In his own observant and vigorous voice, Austin tells of the everyday...

Begin with the basics! Kids ages 2 to 7 will enjoy these simple, catchy songs that teach letter names and sounds, numbers 1 to 20, and simple addition. This audiobook is perfect for children who are just starting to learn the alphabet and numbers. It makes learning fun and is sure to grab your child's attention more than the standard, boring counting and alphabet practice!

You can wish your cousin a happy birthday. You can share the latest news from school. You can ask your favorite basketball star for playing tips. You can write great letters and emails!

Learn about Letters and Numbers, Colors and Shapes! Letters and Numbers: Songs teach letters, numbers and counting 1 to 20. Colors and Shapes: Songs teach common shapes, and primary and secondary colors!

Rifka knows nothing about America when she flees from Russia with her family in 1919. But she dreams that in the new country she will at last be safe from the Russian soldiers and their harsh treatment of the Jews. Throughout her journey, Rifka carries with her a cherished volume of poetry by Alexander Pushkin. In it, she records her observations and experiences in the form of letters to Tovah, the beloved cousin she has left behind.

Welcome to the Graveyard of Dead Letters, where evil silent letters, like the W of swords and the K of knives, are buried. Here they can do no harm. But the wicked Spellbinder has plans to revive the letters . . . and use them to create a fierce weapon that will challenge even the powerful Librarian!

Why is the letter A like a flower? BECAUSE A B COMES AFTER IT! You can count on these jokes about letters and numbers to make you giggle.

The Heaven Mailbox: Letters and Hugs from Kids is a gentle, comforting book that helps children express love, memories, and feelings when they miss someone who lives in Heaven. Through tender letters written from a child’s heart, this book offers a safe space for kids to share their emotions and feel connected to the people and pets they love.

In 1970s Vancouver, six-year-old Gianni Bosa faces a world where letters twist and words won’t stay still. Growing up in an Italian immigrant family, Gianni struggles with dyslexia in a society that doesn’t yet understand. With the quiet strength of his father, a builder with unwavering resilience, and the warmth of his mother, who learns English from soap operas, Gianni begins to find his voice.

Grace is a worker in the new Industrial Revolution town, Lowell, MA. Despite only being 14 years old, she hopes to send extra money to help her poor family. To do so, she must work 12 hours a day in a factory helping machines wind thread. Learn about her life as a textile mill worker in the 1830s and the working conditions that she and her fellow workers endured in order to stay employed.

One soon-to-be dad's journey as he comes to terms with his new upcoming stage of life.