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Confucius - Great Teacher of China by Demi
40.00 NZD
Category: Demi
A beautifully illustrated biography of a man whose philosophy shaped the course of Chinese history: the great teacher Confucius.His sayings are repeated throughout the world. His teachings set the course of Chinese society for two and a half millennia. But Confucius (551 BCE--479 BCE) remains merely a n ...Show more
Demi's Dragons and Fantastic Creatures by Demi
15.00 NZD
Category: Demi
This exquisite picture book opens in two-, three-, and four-page spreads to display a magnificent treasury of dragons and creatures from Chinese lore. Each spirit is acompanied by a witty verse that explains the creature's traditional wisdom. Full color.
Genghis Khan by Demi
40.00 NZD
Category: Demi
As a boy, Genghis Khan inherited the role of leader after his father's death. As a man, he earned it--by fiercely protecting his people, no matter the cost, and by demanding total loyalty from those he led. His is a story of courage and survival, sacrifice and death. The boy who became the great Genghis ...Show more
George Washington - His Legacy of Faith, Character, and Courage by Demi
20.00 NZD
Category: Demi
In this beautifully illustrated book, children will learn the epic story of George Washington, the father of our country, and be inspired by his strong faith, character, and courage. They will discover that the animating force of his heroic life was a deep, abiding faith and trust in God. Captivating ...Show more
Gifts of Our Lady of Guadalupe - Patroness of Latin America by Demi
40.00 NZD
Category: Demi | Series: G - Reference,Information and Interdisciplinary Subjects Ser.
Just before dawn on Saturday the 9th of December, 1531, Juan Diego was on his way to Mass near Mexico City. He came to a hill known as Tepeyac just as day broke. He could hear the singing of many beautiful birds, but then the singing suddenly stopped. As he looked towards the top of the hill he heard so ...Show more
Hildegard of Bingen - Scientist, Composer, Healer & Saint by DEMI
40.00 NZD
Category: Demi | Series: G - Reference, Information and Interdisciplinary Subjects Ser.
Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179) was one of the most remarkable and influential women of her time. Blessed with an astonishing array of talents, she was at once a mystic, theologian, scientist, doctor, nutritionist, composer, writer, linguist, and artist. Born to a noble family in Mainz, Germany, Hildega ...Show more
Joan of Arc by Demi
40.00 NZD
Category: Demi
As a young girl in a small village in France, Joan prayed daily that France would be delivered from the English and Burgundian invaders who were ravishing the country. When Joan was thirteen, she had a life-changing experience. The archangel Michael appeared in a vision and told her that she would save ...Show more
King Midas - The Golden Touch by Demi (Illustrator)
40.00 NZD
Category: Demi
King Midas is a proud and foolish king who loves gold above all else. In return for helping him one day, a satyr grants the king his dearest wish -- all that he touches will turn to gold. For a time, the king enjoys his gift. But then the food he puts to his mouth turns to gold so he cannot eat. And the ...Show more
Liang and the Magic Paintbrush by Demi (Illustrator)
25.00 NZD
Category: Demi | Series: Reading Rainbow Book Ser.
When a poor boy in China receives a magical paintbrush, everything he paints turns to life. But the wicked emperor wants to capture the boy when he hears the news. The story will excite readers as the ruler gets his just reward when the boy creates a masterpiece that spells his doom.
MARCO POLO by 'DEMI'
38.00 NZD
Category: Demi
Many people say Marco Polo was the greatest explorer that ever lived, traveling 33, miles by land and sea from Venice, Italy, to modern-day Beijing, China. His famous book, The Travels of Marco Polo, indicates that he was a man of extraordinary bravery, brilliance, and strength. With his uncle and fathe ...Show more
The Empty Pot by Demi
35.00 NZD
Category: Demi
The Chinese emperor announces an unusual test to choose an heir--the child who raises the best flowers from a seed given by the emperor will be his successor. Ping, unaccountably, is unable to get his seed to sprout--but Ping's empty pot is best of all.
The Great Voyages of Zheng He40 by Demi
40.00 NZD
Category: Demi
The life story of Zheng He, the great Ming Dynasty Chinese naval commander who led the world's biggest fleet of ships, bringing peaceful trade to countries throughout Asia and Africa.