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In Flanders Fields
An eloquent counterpoint to the senselessness and inhumanity of war, In Flanders Fields tells the story of a young homesick World War I soldier who risks his life to cross the no-man's-land and rescue a robin caught in the barbed wire that separates the opposing forces.
Jack's Island
When war comes to Australia, Jack' s family moves to Rottnest Island while his father helps the military build an airfield. Jack is left to explore his new home with his best friend Banjo ... and the pair have a knack for getting in trouble. Trouble that' s exacerbated when their new classmate Dafty seeks revenge against the local schoolmaster for a punishment inflicted on Banjo. Will Dafty' s loyalty lead to things suddenly becoming more serious?Written in short, engaging chapters, this poignant and accessible story for younger readers offers valuable insights into wartime Australia.
The Smuggler's Curse
Red Read's life takes an alarming turn when his mother sells him to an infamous smuggler plying his trade off the north-west coast of Australia in the closing days of the 19th century. From terrifying encounters with cut-throat pirates to battling the forces of nature in a tropical typhoon, from dining with head-hunting guerrillas to making meals of monkey stew, Red is in for a hair-raising adventure that may cost him his life.
The Wreckers' Revenge
Red Read doesn't set out to find trouble, but trouble sure has a way of findinghim. Expelled from school, he is whisked off by Captain Black Bowen, one ofthe most infamous smugglers ever to ply the coast of northern Australia inthe early years of the twentieth century. Together they battle demon storms, crazed pirates and killer diseases while hunting down a great lost treasure. Non-stop action, adventure and excitement!
Last Viking Returns
Josh is as brave as a Viking warrior. And not much can scare a Viking. Not even bullies. But the two littlest Vikings are so fearless they think they're invincible. When Pop takes the family to Viking World, the two littlest Vikings go berserk. Josh is in for one rocky ride as he discovers just how far he'll go to keep them safe.
Another Fine Mess 002
In this sequel to A Fine Mess! the adventures of hapless Year 9 students Michael Hardy and Woody Decker continue. Michael and Woody have a serious knack for getting themselves into a lot of trouble, from exploding fire trucks to exploding cows, sewage laden willy-willys, kidnapped Harry Potter gnomes, cattle prods, smoking penises and serious wardrobe malfunctions, there's nothing these boys can't stuff up. On the other hand, Michael's alter-ego the uber-cool Dirk Fleming, Junior MI6 Agent, can do no wrong with his feats of danger, daring and high drama. From dreadful delinquent to reluctant hero in just 192 pages - can Michael save the day, win the girl and stay out of the poo?
The Call of the Osprey
The Call of the Osprey is a new book by the Childrens Book Council prize-winning duo, Norman Jorgensen and Brian Harrison-Lever. This time they have used their considerable talents to tell the story of an old retired sea captain who rescues an abandoned paddle steamer and rebuilds it with the help of a young boy, Tom. Over several years the Captain and Tom work together to restore the boat to its former glory, and as the boat is gradually rebuilt, so their relationship deepens. Finally, when the boat is ready to be re-launched, the Captain, realizing his life is coming to an end, hands over the reins to Tom who, now a young man, is ready to accept the responsibility of captain. Beautifully illustrated with the exquisite watercolor paintings of Brian Harrison-Lever, this book is a timeless story of love and friendship that will be passed down from generation to generation. Shortlisted for the 2004 Western Australia Premiers Books Awards
Discourse Analysis as Theory and Method
A systematic introduction to discourse analysis as a body of theories and methods for social research. Introduces three approaches and explains the distinctive philosophical premises and theoretical perspectives of each approach.
Interpretive Interactionism
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Non-Linear Optical Properties of Matter
This book assembles both theory and application in this field, to interest experimentalists and theoreticians alike. Part 1 is concerned with the theory and computing of non-linear optical (NLO) properties while Part 2 reviews the latest developments in experimentation. This book will be invaluable to researchers and students in academia and industry, particularlrly to anyone involved in materials science, theoretical and computational chemistry, chemical physics, and molecular physics.
