Résultats pour "The Stranger" dans Contes de fées et populaires et mythes

Fans of Neil Gaiman, Holly Black, and Maggie Stiefvater will embrace the richly drawn, Norse-influenced alternate world of the United States of Asgard, where cell phones, rock bands, and evangelical preachers coexist with dragon slaying, rune casting, and sword training in schools. Where the president runs the country alongside a council of Valkyries, gods walk the red carpet with Hollywood starlets, and the U.S. military has a special battalion dedicated to eradicating Rocky Mountain trolls.

"Strange Baby Doll" invites listeners into a world where mystery and enchantment abound, where a peculiar doll holds the key to uncovering secrets hidden within the shadows. In this captivating bedtime story, embark on a journey filled with twists and turns, where nothing is quite as it seems.

Embark on a mesmerizing journey with Mia and her loyal companion, Max, as they discover the secrets hidden within the enigmatic "Strange Cloud." This captivating bedtime storybook weaves a tapestry of wonder and imagination, immersing listeners in a world where clouds are more than just puffs of vapor in the sky. In "Strange Cloud," listeners will join Mia and Max on a series of twenty spellbinding adventures, each chapter brimming with vivid descriptions and rich sensory details.

"Strange Rain: An Heavy and Havoc-Wrecking Rainfall in Jolie's Village" takes listeners on an enchanting journey through the extraordinary events that unfold in Jolie's quaint village. From the initial stirrings of curiosity to the revelation of hidden truths, each chapter unfolds like a captivating tale, drawing listeners deeper into a world filled with mystery, magic, and resilience.

Arachne is good at weaving—so good, in fact, that jealous goddess Athena decides to teach her a lesson! The five twisted tales in this book show what happens when mortal creatures cross paths with the gods ... and come away entirely changed.

This story is a gem representing the delightful stories from the Indian subcontinent which capture the simple essence of everyday life in rural/urban India. The simple pleasures of life indicate a time gone by, before the advent of cellphones and Facebook, a time which almost stood still, a time where children could revel in the rain, make paper boats and race them down a drain, play marbles, and generally pass time. The once idyllic life almost seems too slow to bear, and hence is fascinating to watch unfurl as we listen to the story.

Two foundlings appear on a potter’s steps. When the potter vows to raise them, another surprise soon follows: The Laird of Dun nan Gall commissions a set of wedding cups bearing the likeness of a hag. Here is the story of the strange bride of Dun nan Gall. The Strange Bride follows The Gad Nail, winner of a Royal Dragonfly Award ans short-listed for the Rubery Book Award, and Howl of the Lambergoon, winner of ABR’s Reviewer’s Award and short-listed for the Rubery Book Award. Derek Murray returns as narrator.

Akbar was one of the most admired and also one of the most feared emperors of India. He patronized art and promoted religious harmony due to which he is called "Akbar the Great". In his court was present one of the wisest men of his time - Birbal. The interactions between Akbar and Birbal are stuff of legend and folklore due to the interesting problems and situations that Akbar posed and the witty solutions and answers that Birbal gave.

Song Sun likes to talk but never listens. After talking too much to a stranger, Song Sun accidentally gives away the Chinese secret of silkmaking. Will Song Sun be able to save the secret?

The Kingdom of Grape is a classic tale of good versus evil. Set in the Middle Ages, a common messenger boy named Donnie Drake has fallen in love with the beautiful princess Jane Grape. Her father King Earl Grape has arranged for Jane to marry the ruthless Duke the Red. Not only does Jane not love him, she despises him. It is up to Donnie Drake to become a hero and rescue his true love. The Kingdom of Grape takes you on an unforgettable journey filled with miracle healers, ancient magic, and a poisonous prince.