Sophie's World

Sophie's World
Author: Jostein Gaarder
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Total Pages: 599
Release: 2007-03-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1466804270

A page-turning novel that is also an exploration of the great philosophical concepts of Western thought, Jostein Gaarder's Sophie's World has fired the imagination of readers all over the world, with more than twenty million copies in print. One day fourteen-year-old Sophie Amundsen comes home from school to find in her mailbox two notes, with one question on each: "Who are you?" and "Where does the world come from?" From that irresistible beginning, Sophie becomes obsessed with questions that take her far beyond what she knows of her Norwegian village. Through those letters, she enrolls in a kind of correspondence course, covering Socrates to Sartre, with a mysterious philosopher, while receiving letters addressed to another girl. Who is Hilde? And why does her mail keep turning up? To unravel this riddle, Sophie must use the philosophy she is learning—but the truth turns out to be far more complicated than she could have imagined.

The Girl Who Could Not Dream

The Girl Who Could Not Dream
Author: Sarah Beth Durst
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 389
Release: 2015-11-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0544464990

"A perfect combination of adventure, humor, and pure imagination!" —Jessica Day George, New York Times best-selling author of Tuesdays at the Castle "Funny, scary, and endlessly inventive.” —Bruce Coville, author of Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher Sophie loves the hidden shop below her parents' bookstore, where dreams are secretly bought and sold. When the dream shop is robbed and her parents go missing, Sophie must unravel the truth to save them. Together with her best friend—a wisecracking and fanatically loyal monster named Monster—she must decide whom to trust with her family’s carefully guarded secrets. Who will help them, and who will betray them?

Buried Dreams

Buried Dreams
Author: Lindsey R. Dennis
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2018-09-18
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1501869124

Finding hope when faced with the devastating loss of your most precious dreams. At 20 weeks pregnant, Lindsey Dennis and her husband were told the child she was carrying would not live due to a fatal diagnosis. Later, in another stunning blow, they were told the same news with her second pregnancy. They chose to celebrate both lives alongside a community, both local and online, of hundreds of thousands as she carried each child to term only to bury them 14 months apart from each other. Through the crushing of their hopes and dreams, they came to know the kind of resurrection hope that can rise from the grave. This experience of infant loss revealed to Dennis how sorrow and suffering are instruments in the hands of God to forge in us a greater joy and hope than one can ever know. This kind of joy can only be discovered when we walk through the deep pain of burying our most precious dreams. Buried Dreams offers an uplifting perspective, sharing how devastating loss of personal dreams can give way to unimaginable hope and how death can give way to life. Framing her own story of staggering loss and soaring hope with biblical perspective, Dennis highlights that we can never plan for the unexpected turns of this life that sometimes lead to great personal suffering, but we can reach for the One who is there with us in the loss. Product Features: Shares how unrealized dreams can give way to unimaginable hope. Shows how sorrow and suffering are instruments in the hands of God. Rekindles hope for those who have experienced loss.

The Luster of Lost Things

The Luster of Lost Things
Author: Sophie Chen Keller
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2017-08-08
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0735210802

In this story for readers of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and A Man Called Ove, when all seems lost, he finds what matters most. Walter Lavender Jr. is a master of finding. A wearer of high-tops. A maker of croissants. A son keeping vigil, twelve years counting. But he wouldn’t be able to tell you. Silenced by his motor speech disorder, Walter’s life gets lonely. Fortunately, he has The Lavenders—his mother’s enchanted dessert shop, where marzipan dragons breathe actual fire. He also has a knack for tracking down any missing thing—except for his lost father. So when the Book at the root of the bakery’s magic vanishes, Walter, accompanied by his overweight golden retriever, journeys through New York City to find it—along the way encountering an unforgettable cast of lost souls. Steeped in nostalgic wonder, The Luster of Lost Things explores the depths of our capacity for kindness and our ability to heal. A lyrical meditation on why we become lost and how we are found, from the bright, broken heart of a boy who knows where to look for everyone but himself.

Reading comprehension

Reading comprehension
Author: Michael Rumi Leigh
Publisher: Rumi Michael Leigh
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2023-05-25
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

"Reading Comprehension, things you should know, questions and answers" is a comprehensive and practical guide designed to transform readers into adept and confident readers. With carefully crafted exercises and thought-provoking passages, this book offers a transformative learning experience that will enhance your reading comprehension skills to new heights. Whether you are a student aiming to improve your academic performance, a professional seeking to enhance your analytical abilities, or simply an avid reader looking to delve deeper into the written word, this book is your go-to resource. Inside this book you will find a wide range of diverse passages covering various genres, including literature, science, history, and more. Each passage is thoughtfully selected to challenge your understanding and stimulate critical thinking. As you progress through the exercises, you will unlock the secrets to deciphering complex texts, analyzing arguments, identifying main ideas, drawing inferences, and grasping nuanced meanings. The exercises in this book are designed to be engaging, making your learning experience enjoyable and rewarding. Key Features of "Reading Comprehension Exercises": 1. Diverse Passage Selection: Explore a rich assortment of passages across various subjects to broaden your knowledge and understanding. 2. Targeted Skill Development: Learn and apply essential reading comprehension strategies, such as identifying key details, making inferences, and evaluating arguments. This book is your ultimate companion for unlocking the power of reading comprehension. Embark on this transformative journey and witness the remarkable progress you make as you navigate the intricate world of written language with precision and confidence.

Breath, Eyes, Memory

Breath, Eyes, Memory
Author: Edwidge Danticat
Publisher: Soho Press
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2015-02-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1616955023

The 20th anniversary edition of Edwidge Danticat's groundbreaking debut, now an established classic--revised and with a new introduction by the author, and including extensive bonus materials At the age of twelve, Sophie Caco is sent from her impoverished Haitian village to New York to be reunited with a mother she barely remembers. There she discovers secrets that no child should ever know, and a legacy of shame that can be healed only when she returns to Haiti—to the women who first reared her. What ensues is a passionate journey through a landscape charged with the supernatural and scarred by political violence. In her stunning literary debut, Danticat evokes the wonder, terror, and heartache of her native Haiti—and the enduring strength of Haiti’s women—with vibrant imagery and narrative grace that bear witness to her people’s suffering and courage.

Sofia's Dream

Sofia's Dream
Author: Land Wilson
Publisher: Little Pickle Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-08-21
Genre:
ISBN: 9781484459102

In this magically illustrated bedtime story, little Sofia befriends the Moon and sets off on a dreamy adventure to visit her friend. She sees our planet from the Moon's point of view and is inspired to protect the Earth, and encourage others to do th

Solved Papers & Practice Book

Solved Papers & Practice Book
Author: YCT Expert Team
Publisher: YOUTH COMPETITION TIMES
Total Pages: 145
Release:
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

2023-24 UP Board Class-12 English Solved Papers & Practice Book

Lighter Than Air: Sophie Blanchard, the First Woman Pilot

Lighter Than Air: Sophie Blanchard, the First Woman Pilot
Author: Matthew Clark Smith
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2017-03-14
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0763677329

Shares the life of the first female to work as a professional balloonist, making more than sixty ascents until 1819, when she became the first woman to die in an aviation accident.

Sophie's Lookbook

Sophie's Lookbook
Author: Silvana Arias
Publisher:
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2018-05-30
Genre:
ISBN: 9781985854079

Help Princess Sophie create her dream look for each month! Once you are done coloring, frame the page and use it as wall decor in your favorite room or give it to someone you love.Follow her on Social Media @PrincessSophieAmato and share your artwork using the hashtag #SophiesLookbook to enter a monthly giveaway.Send us your barcode/receipt or reference number to [email protected] and you'll receive extra drawings via email to print at home.Enjoy this colorful experience!