Theme: justice

The Impudent Rooster

By Book Importer | Published: May 5, 2011

Using his amazing swallowing ability, a rooster foils the evil plans of a greedy nobleman and brings back riches to his poor master.

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Folklore, Picture Book, Romania » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

The King and the Three Thieves

By Book Importer | Published: April 4, 2011

King Abbas apppears to get caught up in the schemes of three thieves but he has a few tricks of his own and ultimately saves his kingdom from starvation.

Descriptors: Folklore, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Iran, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Excalibur

By Book Importer | Published: March 17, 2011

The Arthurian legend springs to life in another powerhouse graphic novel from the creators of OUTLAW: THE LEGEND OF ROBIN HOOD. Arthur Pendragon was raised in obscurity, but fate will not leave him to the shadows. In a moment of desperate need, he draws a legendary sword from its stonebed and commences the life he [...]

Descriptors: England (UK), Graphic Novel, Intermediate (ages 9-14) » Other Themes: , , , , » 1 Comment

Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom

By Book Importer | Published: February 8, 2010

Nelson Mandela’s autobiography, LONG WALK TO FREEDOM, offers a glimpse into the mind of a great leader, admired across the globe for his dedication to the struggles against apartheid in South Africa. Now the youngest readers can discover the remarkable story of Mandela’s long walk from ordinary village boy, to his dynamic leadership of the [...]

Descriptors: Africa, Biography, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), South Africa » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment