Classical School

The imaginative talents of Caroline Lawrence (author of the Roman Mysteries series) and Laura Jenkinson Brown (illustrator of Greek Myth comics) combined with the expertise of Dr Sophie Hay, Prof. Andrew Wallace-Hadrill and Dr Olivia Elder, with just a dash of the CSCP magic that made the Cambridge Latin Course so well-loved, bring the ancient town of Pompeii to life in a truly unique way.

This audiobook contains the classic story "The School" by beloved Russian writer Arkady Petrovich Gaidar (born Golikov, 1904-1941). "The School", largely autobiographical, is not only a favorite among fans of Gaidar, but also one of the most faithful, true-to-life works of the Russain Civil War.

"You can’t expect a murderer to be able to have everything his own way “ Scientist James Hardwicke is invited to progressive co-educational Scrope House School to investigate a case of apparent pyromania among the student body. Although inclined to ignore this odd invitation, he is persuaded to accept by his friend Caroline, who wants a job at the school. It is May 1939, German refugees are streaming into England to escape the horrors of the Hitler regime, and the headmaster is worried about the ramifications of a refugee child being the culprit. Soon enough, James’ rather desultory (...

How to Explode Homeschooling Success and Achievement! ”This book provides a unique insight into homeschooling, its pros and cons and steps that will help you make an informed decision about whether to homeschool your children.” – Pablo “This is the most complete guide to home schooling that I have come across.” - Rob Are you trying to decide if Homeschooling your child is right for you? Choosing to homeschool your child isn’t a decision you'll want to take lightly. As parents, teaching your child is second nature. You teach them to talk, walk and educate them about what to eat. ...

They say you never forget your first love, but what happens when your first love becomes a world-famous rock star? Justin and Peggy were high school sweethearts, but their lives changed when Justin and his brothers made it big as rock stars. Suddenly her sweet and attentive boyfriend was traveling all over the world, partying and living the high life. Then came the night when he hurt her in the worst way imaginable... She vowed to never forgive Justin for hurting her. But when he unexpectedly moves in next door to her twelve years later, bringing her flowers and talking about fate, will she...

“The Most Dangerous Game” (1924) is the Richard Connell short story that continues to fascinate readers with its suspense and action. This is the original story—only word order and difficult vocabulary have been updated. Biographical information, end notes, and analysis of the major themes follow the text. AR Quiz No. 8634 EN Fiction Upper Grades - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1.0. For other short stories in easy to understand modern English search the web for “George Lakon.”

Nasha skromnaja scena na Bejker-strit znavala mnogo dramaticheskih jepizodov, no ja ne pripomnju nichego bolee neozhidannogo i oshelomljajushhego, chem pervoe pojavlenie na nej Tornikrofta Hakstejbla, magistra iskusstv, doktora filosofii i t.d. i t.p. Vizitnaja kartochka, kazavshajasja slishkom malen'koj dlja takogo gruza uchenyh stepenej, operedila ego na neskol'ko sekund; sledom za nej pojavilsja i on sam, chelovek roslyj, solidnyj, velichestvennyj - olicetvorenie vyderzhki i tverdosti duha.

I had it all—a college scholarship, great friends, and a promising future in hockey. But something was missing. Until I saw her. Emila. An 18-year-old high school student. She caught my eye, and I couldn't help but become obsessed with her. So, I start following her around town. I watch her every move. I know it sounds creepy, but I can't help myself. She's my end goal, and I will not lose the game to capture her heart. Obsessive, possessive and over the top, these men will do anything to get the women they love. But their love is all-consuming and knows no boundaries—so much so that ...

Was ergibt Paul McCartney inkognito + Punk + 2263 Shows in 22 Jahren? RAMONES! Zu Gast begrüßt Andy Brings den Frontmann der DONOTS und Fan von RAMONES Ingo Donot sowie George Dubose, den Hoffotografen der Band. Doch den ultimativen Einblick garantiert Marky Ramone höchstpersönlich! Der Schlagzeuger bringt die ROCK`N`ROLL HALL OF FAME ins ROCK SCHOOL Studio und in Eure Wohnzimmer! "ROCK SCHOOL", die Hörbuch-Serie mit Andy Brings, in Kooperation mit dem ROCK CLASSICS- Magazin, veröffentlicht im Hause LAUSCH.

Hast auch du Angst vor der Dunkelheit? Dann sei beruhigt. Denn diese Folge bringt Licht ins Dunkel und eine Menge Fakten rund um “Iron Maiden”. Als Gast begrüßt Andy Brings den Schlagzeuger Johnny Dee (Britney Fox), der sich mit den Giganten des Rocks bereits die Bühne teilen durfte und die Band maßgeblich bei der “Somewhere in time”-Tour in Osteuropa und den USA unterstützt hat. Wolfgang Rott komplementiert die Runde. Seit dreiundzwanzig Jahren promotet er “Iron Maiden” in ganz Europa und verdankt der Presse seinen Spitznamen “Mister Heavy Metal”.

First published in 1911, A School Story is a classic paranormal tale written by M. R. James, an author considered to be the originator of the modern-age ghost story. In this particularly story, a Latin teacher is troubled by unusual phrases from the dead language that start to show up among the work he sets his students; something about the phrases remind him of a dark secret from his past.

For over five decades, Ruskin Bond has written charming tales that have mesmerized people of all ages. This collection brings together his finest stories for children in one volume. Published previously as a Treasury of Stories for Children, this attractive edition includes two new stories: "The Big Race" and "Remember This Day". Filled with a rich cast of characters, The Room of Many Colours, A Treasury of Stories for Children is the definitive book for all Ruskin Bond fans truly a collector's item.

With Christ in the School of Prayer offers a structured series of 31 short and concise, practical, and powerful lessons on prayer to fill the listener's heart with a hunger for God’s presence. It has been updated with a study guide to ensure a deeper study of Andrew Murray's original message, while still holding firmly to his classic teaching and theology, and retaining the elegance of his writing style.

“The Tell-Tale Heart” is the Edgar Allan Poe gothic short story that continues to fascinate readers with its murder, beating heart, and insanity. -The language of over 170 years ago has been updated making Poe’s difficult language easily understood by today’s readers. -Every effort has been made to keep the story as close to the original as possible--only word order and difficult vocabulary have been changed. -End notes, interpretation, and discussion of major themes follow the text. -Biographical information on Edgar Allan Poe is included.-Accelerated Reader AR Quiz No. 7946 EN ...

It all started with the school rabbit. Snowflake is the school rabbit, and Snowflake is trouble. At least that's what Tommy thinks, and when Snowflake is unexpectedly left for him to look after and everything starts to go wrong, it looks like Tommy might be right. Even if he is getting more pocket money for feeding it and might be able to afford a new bike after all. And with a sick sister left in bed, a snobby actor left with suspiciously damp trousers, and no rabbit anywhere to be seen, Tommy can see his hopes of a new bike disappearing as fast as Snowflake.

Charles Dickens was a writer and social critic who created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the twentieth century critics and scholars had recognised him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity.

Detskij spektakl' "V anglijskoj shkole" po motivam vospitatel'nogo romana Charlza Dikkensa "Zhizn' i prikljuchenija Nikolasa Nikl'bi". Posle smerti otca Nikolas Nikl'bi s mater'ju i sestroj Kjet edet v London prosit' pomoshhi u bogatogo djadi Ral'fa Nikl'bi. Ral'f Nikl'bi napravljaet Nikolasa k Skvirsu, vladel'cu chastnoj shkoly "Akademii Dotbojs-Holl" v Jorkshire. Zdes' Nikolas obnaruzhivaet, chto shkola bol'she napominaet tjur'mu: deti golodajut, podvergajutsja zhestokim nakazanijam.

The Schoolboy's Story is a short stories by Charles Dickens. Charles John Huffam Dickens (7 February 1812 - 9 June 1870) was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's most memorable fictional characters and is generally regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian period. During his life, his works enjoyed unprecedented fame, and by the twentieth century his literary genius was broadly acknowledged by critics and scholars.

'A School Story' is an intriguing ghost tale set in a private school near London. During a lesson one of the boys finds himself writing a strange sentence in Latin which he himself cannot properly explain. When the teacher reads it, he turns pale and appears to become suddenly very ill. A week or so later, again during class, another even more mysterious Latin message appears...and then events turn very strange and sinister indeed.

يتلقى شيرلوك هولمز زيارة من الدكتور ثورنيكروفت هوستابل، مؤسس ومدير مدرسة بريوري الإعدادية بشمال إنجلترا. يرجوه أن يعود معه إلى ماكليتون للتحقيق في اختفاء أحد تلاميذه، اللورد سالتير ذو العشر سنوات، ابن الدوق هولدرنس صاحب الثراء والشهرة الواسعة.