Michael Buckley Reihenfolge der Bücher

"After his adventures through time, Finn returns home to a world he doesn't recognize. Changing the past has created an all-new present, one in which he and his friends never vanquished the Plague. Now the giant bugs rule Earth from their spaceship! What's an intergalactic traveler to do? The answer is obvious. Finn, Lincoln and Julep must defeat the Plague. Again. But how? Julep and Lincoln don't recognize Finn or their friendships. In fact, they've changed just as much as the world itself has, and they want nothing to do with his dangerous plan to save humankind. Finn's plan? find his father, Asher Foley, who is trapped on a microscopic world known as the Subatomic. Using a space-age slip-and-slide, Finn and his confused former-friends shrink themselves to enter this strange new world where nothing is as it seems, hoping to find his father, the one man who can put history, and the present, back together. It won't be easy. The Subatomic is ruled by an evil menace with an army of hulking robots under his command. Even worse, Finn's bitterest enemy, the Plague soldier Sin Kraven, is in pursuit. Can Finn find his father, save his friendships, and return to Earth in time to stop the Plague?"-- Provided by publisher

Recognized with a bronze medal at the 2022 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards for its focus on environmental issues, this book engages young readers with its compelling narrative and vibrant illustrations. It addresses critical themes of nature conservation and sustainability, encouraging children to understand their role in protecting the planet. Through relatable characters and inspiring stories, it fosters a sense of responsibility and awareness about environmental challenges, making it both educational and entertaining for its audience.

Finn's journey begins when an older version of himself saves him from the Time Rangers, but he must help this "Old Man Finn" defeat the vengeful Paradox to learn the whereabouts of his father. Armed with malfunctioning time-traveling pajamas, Finn and his friends, Lincoln and Julep, face perilous challenges, including encounters with sabretooths and holographic foes. As they navigate this chaotic adventure, Julep's mysterious illness adds a deeper layer of tension, threatening their friendship and the mission's success.

Focusing on the dramatic elements of Wagner's Der Ring des Nibelungen, this book explores how these aspects shape its construction and meaning, addressing misconceptions that arise from neglecting this perspective. It provides an in-depth analysis of the four dramas within the tetralogy and connects them to the works of Shakespeare and Greek tragedians, reflecting Wagner's influences. Additionally, a concluding chapter examines similar dramatic techniques in Wagner's other opera, Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, enriching the understanding of his artistry.

Set against the backdrop of Ireland's stunning landscapes, this photographic book captures the essence of Father Flanagan's early life. Growing up in a large, loving family, he experienced a childhood rich with stories, songs, and the simple joys of rural life. As the "little shepherd boy" in Ballymoe, he developed a deep appreciation for the beauty surrounding him, which would later inspire his virtuous path. The narrative highlights how his formative experiences shaped his character and influenced generations of artists, poets, and philosophers.

Hoping to save their family and the citizens of Ferryport Landing from the evil plans of Mirror, Sabrina and Daphne Grimm seek counsel from the other magic mirrors, who advise them to join forces with the Scarlet Hand

Sixteen-year-old Lyric Walker’s life is forever changed when she witnesses the arrival of 30,000 Alpha, a five-nation race of ocean-dwelling warriors, on her beach in Coney Island. The world’s initial wonder and awe over the Alpha quickly turns ugly and paranoid and violent, and Lyric’s small town transforms into a military zone with humans on one side and Alpha on the other. When Lyric is recruited to help the crown prince, a boy named Fathom, assimilate, she begins to fall for him. But their love is a dangerous one, and there are forces on both sides working to keep them apart. Only, what if the Alpha are not actually the enemy? What if they are in fact humanity’s only hope of survival? Because the real enemy is coming. And it’s more terrifying than anything the world has ever seen.Action, suspense, and romance whirlpool dangerously in this cinematic saga, a blend of District 9 and The Outsiders.

Jackson Jones je bezstarostný a mezi spolužáky velmi oblíbený jedenáctiletý kluk, jenže když mu do pusy znenadání přibude tuna železa, stane se z něj jako mávnutím kouzelného proutku jeden z těch podivínských exotů, kterým se se svou partou dřív posmíval. A to je jeho konec – aspoň do chvíle, než náhodou odhalí tajemnou špionskou organizaci EKZOTI, kterou tvoří banda technologicky vylepšených mimoňů bojujících za bezpečnost naší planety. Ale šílený padouch, který si brousí zuby na ovládnutí světa, není tím jediným, s čím se musí Jackson ve svém novém životě vypořádat...

... dann leben sie noch heute. Und zwar in Ferryport Landing, einer amerikanischen Kleinstadt. Dort haben sich all die geheimnisvollen Märchenwesen, die sogenannten Wareinmale, niedergelassen. Und die Aufgabe der Familie Grimm ist es, unter ihnen für Ordnung zu sorgen - als Märchendetektive. Sabrina (11), Daphne (7) und ihre Omi Relda stürzen sich begeistert auf diese Aufgabe! Dieses Mal haben sie es mit einem besonders ausgefuchsten Wareinmal zu tun ... Die Welt der Märchen neu verpackt!