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Frank and Joe investigate a possible connection between two unusually harsh accidents at a nearly martial arts school. They enroll to collect clues, but soon discover the case is leading them dangerously close to their own circle of friends.ATAC BRIEFING FOR AGENTS FRANK AND JOE HARDYMISSION: To det... More

Rich with surprise and hilarious adventure, "The Prince And The Pauper is a delight satire of England's romantic past and a joyful boyhood romp filled with the same tongue-in-cheek irony that sparked the best of Mark Twain's tall tales. Two boys, one an urchin from London's filthy lanes, the other a... More

This is a story of how a prince and a pauper boy exchange places by mistake. When Prince Edward and Tom Canty - who spent his days begging in the streets meet, they exchange clothes and set on to an interesting path. In the end, each boy finds the king inside himself.American humorist, novelist, c... More

There are few readers who are unfamiliar with Washington's timeless story of schoolmaster Ichabod Crane and the terrifying Headless Horseman. But The Legend of Sleepy Hollow offers more than a mere ghost story, providing readers with an excellent social commentary about how people lived outside the ... More

A fierce war rages between two bitter rivals: on one side the House of Lancaster; on the other the House of York. The prize is the crown of England. Young Richard Shelton finds himself torn in his loyalties. He must decide wisely, for his fate and that of England hang in the balance in this classic ... More

A story of adventure set in the seas and highlands of Scotland. After the death of his father, seventeen-year-old David Balfour goes to help his wealthy uncle Ebnezer. But Ebnzer attempts to kill him and, when it fails, has him kidnapped and put aboard a ship of murderers. It is too late by the time... More

Seventeen-year-old David Balfour's villainous uncle has him kidnapped in order to steal his inheritance. David escapes only to fall into the dangerous company of rebels who are resisting British redcoats in the Scottish highlands. "From the Trade Paperback edition.Spirited, romantic, and full of dan... More

Eight wonderful illustrations highlight the pages of this timeless classic for children.Tor Classics are affordably-priced editions designed to attract the young reader. Original dynamic cover art enthusiastically represents the excitement of each story. Appropriate "reader friendly" type sizes have... More

For the first time, an edition of Lewis’s classic fantasy fiction packaged specifically for adults. Complementing the look of the author’s non-fiction books, and anticipating the forthcoming Narnia feature films, this edition contains an exclusive “P.S.” section about the history of the book... More

As a series of catastrophes continues to occur as a movie about the infamous River Heights crime is being filmed, Nancy figures out who's been behind all the trouble. But new trouble sparks when a mysterious fire breaks out on the production set.So I agreed to play the part of Esther Rackham in a fi... More

A whodunit dinner on a restored riverboat turns into a real mystery when Mrs. Cornelius Mahoney's necklace is swiped right off her neck. Good thing Nancy, George, and Bess are on board.How about a seat at a mystery dinner on a riverboat? Yes, please I jumped at the invitation to go along with Bess,... More

Arch-Criminal artemis Fowl Has Had His Mind Wiped, And Now Someone Wants Him Dead.He remembers nothing of the man-eating trolls and flame throeing goblins from his past. It might help if Artemis actually read what his much- abused biographer has written.Because now he needs his memories back-and fas... More

An unusual hex sign leads Nancy Drew to Pennsylvania Dutch country in pursuit of a thief who stops at nothing to get rid of her.... More

A thrilling and colourful comic adventure from the multi-award-winning author of JOURNEY TO THE RIVER SEA. When Madlyn and Rollo are sent to staying at ancient Clawstone Castle they soon fall in love with the house and its eccentric, penniless inhabitants. Theres grumpy, limping Uncle George, mousey... More

Rikki-tikki-tavi is the story of a brave little mongoose who finds a home in a bunglow where Teddy lives with his parents. In the garden he confronts Nag and his wife, his sworn enemies. Helped by his friends Darzee and Chuchundra, he overcomes his formidable foes. This story is part of The Jungle B... More

A movie is being filmed in River Heights, and Nancy gets cast as the lead's stand-in. But word gets out that a stand-in on the director's previous film was killed. It soon becomes clear that someone is trying to sabotage the move. Will Nancy find the culprit?To my friend Bess, the major Hollywood pr... More