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2008 |
![]() ![]() Author: Mary Hoffman Publisher: FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN'S € 8,80
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![]() ![]() Author: Mary Hoffman Publisher: BLOOMSBURY CHILDREN'S BOOKS € 8,50
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Set in Talia, a parallel-world version of Italy, the Stravaganza series combines Renaissance court intrigue with time travel, subterfuge, romance, and revenge. In this new story arc, we meet Matt, a painfully dyslexic and insecure boy (despite a beautiful and clever girlfriend!). Matt has just discovered that he is a Stravagante - someone capable of traveling between two worlds. A leather-bound book transports Matt from our world to Talia, where he meets Luciano. Luciano has killed the head of the powerful di Chimici family in a duel, and has gone into hiding. The di Chimici are on the verge of making a terrifying breakthrough into our world, and it will fall to Matt, Luciano, and the other Stravaganti to stop them…. € 16,00
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Joan, Vivian Mary, Rader Laura (ILT), Sasaki Ellen Joy (ILT) Publisher: School Zone Pub Co € 3,80
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Publisher: Bloomsbury USA The award-winning author of the Stravaganza series has done it again with this atmospheric adventure set in Renaissance Italy. Chiara and Silvano come from different worlds, but when they fall in love while living in exile and posing as religious novices, they are powerless to reveal their feelings to one another. And a few suspicious murders don't make their love lives any simpler! These intertwining stories unfold in a fantastic and completely entertaining romp that is marvelously engaging and filled with swirling intrigue. € 7,60
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary, Hu Ying-Hwa (ILT), Wright Cornelius Van (ILT) Publisher: Dial Books for Young Readers This year two girls will be selected as princesses in the town parade, and Grace can?t wait to be one of them. It?s the perfect opportunity to dress up?but how, exactly, should a princess costume look? Grace asks her teacher for help, and soon the whole class is learning that there?s more to princesses than pink dresses and frills. From Kenya to China and from warriors to spies, princesses are a multicultural and multitalented bunch, and there are just as many kinds of happily ever afters?both for the royals and for Grace?s community and its princess parade. Mary Hoffman?s picture books featuring this intrepid heroine have earned major critical acclaim; amongst other awards, Amazing Grace was a i>Reading Rainbow selection and a Booklist Editors? Choice. Grace?s latest adventure is sure to delight her established fans?and win the hearts of many more! € 17,00
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2007 |
![]() ![]() Author: Mary Hoffman Publisher: FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN'S Reissues of previous }Grace{ titles, to tie in with the new book }Princess Grace{. Ages: 5-8yrs. € 9,40
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![]() ![]() Author: Mary Hoffman Publisher: FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN'S € 9,45
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Ann, Alaman Eduardo (TRN) Publisher: Rosen Pub Group Simple text and photographs introduce the accomplishments of the left-handed 2005 MVP of the Boston Red Sox. € 19,80
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Ann, Alaman Eduardo (TRN) Publisher: Rosen Pub Group Simple text and photographs introduce the accomplishments of the 2005 and 2006 NBA All-Star who plays for the Miami Heat. € 17,90
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Sixteen-year-old Silvano da Montacuto has wealth, good looks, a new hawk--and an infatuation with a merchant's wife. When a man is murdered in his town, Silvano's bloody dagger is found, and he is accused of the crime. For his own protection, he is sent to a Franciscan House, where he poses as a novice, or a young monk. There, he lays eyes on Chiara, a lovely novice at the nearby Abbey of the Poor Claires. Both Chiara and Silvano are put to work mixing paint pigments for a nearby basilica. But murder seems to have followed Silvano, and soon several other dead bodies turn up. Who is committing the crimes? Will a young man accused of multiple murders be able to clear himself? And what about the girl he adores? Fans of Mary Hoffman's critically acclaimed Stravaganza series won't be disappointed in the romance, colorful web of intrigue, and rich, marvelous setting--a Name of the Rose for teens! € 15,90
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Ann Publisher: Rosen Pub Group A biography of baseball player Alex Rodriguez discusses the high points of his career in the sport and his work with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. € 20,10
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Ann Publisher: Rosen Pub Group Simple text and photographs introduce the accomplishments of the youngest member of the 2004 USA Olympic basketball team. € 19,30
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Ann Publisher: Rosen Pub Group Simple text and photographs introduce the accomplishments of the 2005 and 2006 NBA All-Star who plays for the Miami Heat. € 19,30
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Ann Publisher: Rosen Pub Group Simple text and photographs introduce the accomplishments of the left-handed 2005 MVP of the Boston Red Sox. € 19,30
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2006 |
![]() ![]() Author: Mary Hoffman Publisher: Dorling kindersley children's New edition of this collection of 14 classic fairy tales, with colour illustrations by Julie Downing. € 10,60
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary, Downing Julie (ILT) Publisher: Dk Pub Offers a collection of fourteen classic fairy tales, such as 'Cinderella' and 'Jack and the Beanstalk' along with lesser known tales, including 'The Fisherman and his Wife.' Reprint. € 8,90
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Ann Publisher: Rosen Pub Group € 4,20
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Ann Publisher: Rosen Pub Group Young children enjoy having a piänata at a party. € 4,00
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Ann Publisher: Rosen Pub Group Molly enjoys making and drinking milkshakes. € 4,50
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2005 |
![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Publisher: Bloomsbury USA The latest story in the Stravaganza series unravels amid ever-more-dangerous politics and intrigue. Sky, a new Stravagante, is whisked away from his dreary life in London to Giglia, the Talian version of Florence. Featuring favorite characters from the first two titles in the series, including Georgia and Falco, as well as a host of exciting new characters, this breathtaking adventure will not disappoint. But beware-in the beautiful City of Flowers, much that seems beautiful is in fact poisonous... € 14,70
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Fifteen-year-old Georgia, who loves horses as much as she hates her bullying stepbrother, buys a figurine of a winged horse and finds it has magical powers that transport her from present-day London to the sixteenth-century world of Talia where, in the city of Remora, similar to Sienna, Italy, she finds danger and intrigue as well as friendship and a chance to perfect her riding skills.Fifteen-year-old Georgia, who loves horses, buys a figurine of a winged horse and finds it has magical powers that transport her to the sixteenth-century world of Talia, where she finds danger, intrigue, and friendship. € 6,90
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2004 |
![]() ![]() Author: Mary Hoffman Publisher: Bloomsbury children's books Sequel to the international bestseller }City Of Masks{. Also set in 16th century Talia, a parallel world version of Italy, but this time in Remora (Siena). An exciting adventure with a flying horse, kidnapping and plenty of intrigue. Readership € 8,40
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary, Robertson M. P. (ILT) Publisher: Pgw In this exciting tour of the ancient world, Callimachus, Royal Librarian of Alexandria, is researching a new book and decides to take his young apprentice Philip on his Mediterranean journey. As Philip marvels at the most breathtaking and beautiful buildings, gardens, and statues ever built ? at Giza, Babylon, Olympia, Ephesus, Halicarnassus, and Rhodes, he knows that he will remember this trip for the rest of his life. But when they sail home to Alexandria, there is one more surprise waiting. Mary Hoffman's storytelling, based on the latest research, blends with M.P. Robertson's creative reconstructions in this inspiring introduction to the ancient wonders. € 6,50
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2003 |
![]() ![]() Author: Mary Hoffman Publisher: Frances lincoln Tackles the social issue of moving to another country. The author has written over 70 books, including }An Angel Just Like Me{ and }A Twist In The Tale{. Vivid artwork. Readership level: 5 - 9 yrs. € 9,40
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2002 |
![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary, Littlewood Karin (ILT) Publisher: Penguin Group USA This remarkably moving picture book follows first-grader Hassan through his first few days at school. Hassan has only recently arrived in the United States after he and his family were forced to flee Somalia, and he deeply misses the colorful landscape of his former home in Africa. But with the help of his parents, an understanding teacher, and a school art project, Hassan finds that by painting a picture of his old home and sharing his story, his homesickness and the trauma of leaving a war-torn country are lessened. And he finds that there are many things to like about his new home in America. The colorful, impressionistic illustrations are a perfect complement to the wonderful text by Mary Hoffman, author of the highly acclaimed Amazing Grace. Together art and text make this poignant story accessible and affecting for a young audience. € 14,70
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary, Downing Julie (ILT) Publisher: Dk Pub An entertaining and educational introduction to Jewish Bible stories. In this beautifully illustrated picture book, seven stories from the bible are retold for the very young. Children can follow the stories in pictures while an adult reads aloud, and each page provides opportunities for shared discussion. A First Book of Jewish Bible Stories is an entertaining and delightful introduction to the teachings of the Bible. € 11,90
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2001 |
![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary, Binch Caroline (ILT) Publisher: Penguin Group USA Grace and her friends have all sorts of adventures during their summer vacation--going to the circus, taking an imaginary safari, making friends with an elderly neighbor, pretending to be astronauts, and calling the paramedics when her grandmother has an accident.Grace and her friends have all sorts of adventures during their summer vacation--going to the circus, taking an imaginary safari, pretending to be astronauts, and calling the paramedics when her grandmother has an accident. € 4,80
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![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary, Downing Julie (ILT) Publisher: Dk Pub In this beautifully illustrated book, 14 classic fairy tales are retold for young children. Old favorites, such as 'Cinderella' and 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' are presented alongside some lesser known stories, such as 'The Fisherman and his Wife' and 'Diamonds and Toads.' Mary Hoffman's charming retellings use simple, lyrical language ideal for reading aloud, while Julie Downing's illustrations bring the characters to life. The stories in this collection show the consequences of greed, pride, and vanity, but also tell of the love that grows from a kind heart and a cheerful nature. And along the way, there is a wealth of magic and fun to be enjoyed. € 12,20
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2000 |
![]() ![]() Author: Hoffman Mary, Binch Caroline (ILT) Publisher: Penguin Group USA Accompanied by Nana, Grace travels to Africa to visit her father, who left home when she was little, and learns that love can be without bounds even in divided families. By the author of € 7,60
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