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As much a cultural appraisal as a history of Gallic athletic endeavour, Sport and the French is well-researched,witty and enlightening in equal measure.

Things are about to get seriously spooky for Alex Neptune in his fourth action-packed adventure - perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Dragon Realm!When a creepy fog rolls into Haven Bay, Alex, Zoey and Anil are ambushed by terrifying crab-riding zombies, controlled by the evil spirit of Brineblood the pirate.The only weapon that can stop Brineblood's zombie army is a powerful trident - but it's been broken into three pieces. Alex, Zoey and Anil must enter three deadly worlds that have been magically trapped in bottles to retrieve the hidden pieces, all before the zombies can catch them. But with some penguins, an octopus and a frozen dragon on their side, how can they go wrong?

Exploring the evolution and impact of Earth's most formidable predator, this in-depth study delves into the ecological significance and adaptations of this species over millions of years. It highlights the intricate relationships between the predator and its environment, shedding light on its role in shaping ecosystems and influencing biodiversity. The book combines scientific research with compelling narratives to provide a comprehensive understanding of this dominant force in nature.

Alex Neptun przez lata czuł paniczny strach przed wodą. Tajemniczy splot wydarzeń doprowadził go jednak do magicznego wodnego smoka, a chłopiec zrozumiał, że z oceanem łączy go silna więź. Teraz stara się opanować swoje nowe moce, więc ostatnie, czego potrzebuje, to… atak piratów na zatokę Haven Bay na statku zrobionym ze śmieci. Rabusie chcą zdobyć zaginione jajo wodnego smoka i przejąć jego moc. Wraz z przyjaciółmi Zoey i Anilem – a także niezdarną foką, krabem pustelnikiem otwierającym zamki i kilkoma naprawdę groźnymi wydrami – Alex wyrusza do niezwykłego wraku statku, gdzie jego drużyna musi stawić czoła trzem wyzwaniom. Indiana Jones spotyka piratów z Karaibów w tej niesamowitej oceanicznej przygodzie, w której trzeba rozwiązać zagadki, by znaleźć ukryty skarb.

Despite L'Escargot's remarkable achievements, his name has largely faded from memory. Looking back, even Ginger McCain, Red Rum's trainer, felt L'Escargot did not receive the credit he was due. Now, at last, No Snail tells the story of this extraordinary, uncomplaining warrior and elevates him to his rightful place in horseracing's pantheon.

Praise for Alex Neptune, Dragon Thief:"I loved it! A rich and exciting story." LD Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency "A wonderfully pacy adventure full of imagination and jeopardy." Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha & the Spirit Bird"Hilarious - full of humour, friendship, and mythical adventure." Sarah Driver, author of The Huntress trilogyJoin Alex Neptune, the boy with the power of the ocean in his hands, on his second adventure - perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Dragon Realm!Alex Neptune is struggling to get to grips with his new oceanic powers...so the last thing he needs is Haven Bay being attacked by pirates in a ship made of rubbish. The marauders are hunting for the missing egg of the elusive water dragon - and Alex is determined to reach it first to stop them stealing its power. Along with friends Zoey and Anil - plus a clumsy seal, a lock-picking hermit crab and some seriously menacing otters - Alex sets out on a treasure hunt to a secret shipwreck where they must face three monstrous challenges.Indiana Jones meets Pirates of the Caribbean in this ultimate treasure-hunting, puzzle-solving ocean adventure!

Alex Neptun ma tylko jednego zaciekłego wroga, a jest nim… ocean, który przy każdej okazji próbuje wciągnąć chłopca w śmiertelną pułapkę. Alex trzyma się więc z dala od wody, co nie jest łatwe, gdy mieszka się w nadmorskim miasteczku… Wkrótce jednak będzie musiał pokonać swój lęk, by uratować wodnego smoka uwięzionego w starym miejskim akwarium na szczycie wzgórza. Szybko zrozumie, że z pradawną istotą łączy go głęboka, tajemnicza więź, a ocean wcale nie jest tak straszny, jak mogłoby się wydawać. Z pomocą najlepszej przyjaciółki, utalentowanej technicznie Zoe, miłośnika legend i świetnego nurka Anila, wyjątkowo silnej siostry, skrywającego wiele sekretów dziadka, nietuzinkowej ośmiornicy, czterech zabawnych wydr i szalonej mewy Alex zaplanuje brawurową akcję ratunkową, by wykraść smoka i zwrócić mu wolność. A przy okazji odkryje, że potęgę oceanu ma na wyciągnięcie ręki…

Get ready for an epic mission INSIDE a water dragon in Alex Neptune's third fast and funny adventure - perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Dragon Realm!The sea creatures near Haven Bay are acting very strangely, attacking boats, and Alex senses some dark power is controlling them. When he tracks down his friend the water dragon, he finds it's been infected too. If he can't find a way to stop it, the deadly parasite it's carrying could spread throughout the seas. After battling storms, electric eels and an army of angry crabs, Alex realises that the only way he and his team can save the dragon and all their ocean friends is by going inside the dragon...gulp!

"I loved it! A rich and exciting story." LD Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency"A wonderfully pacy adventure full of imagination and jeopardy." Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha & the Spirit Bird"Hilarious - full of humour, friendship, and mythical adventure." Sarah Driver, author of The Huntress trilogyMeet Alex Neptune, the boy with the power of the ocean in his hands - a brand-new hero for fans of Percy Jackson and Dragon Realm!For as long as Alex Neptune can remember, the ocean has been trying to kill him. So he's not too happy when a bunch of sea creatures drag him to the abandoned aquarium on the hill, where an imprisoned water dragon needs his help. But how can he say no to a magical myth? Recruiting his tech-genius best friend Zoey, legend-lover Anil, a sharp-shooting octopus, four acrobatic otters and a thieving seagull, Alex plots a heist to break the dragon out. And suddenly discovers the power of the ocean at his fingertips...

They may not have had TikTok or Instagram, but Ancient Roman children lived in families and had friends and families and fun just like kids today. This book shows you how they lived, what they wore, ate and studied and the jobs they learned to do.