The Wind on the Moon

The Wind on the Moon, written by Eric Linklater and published as part of The New York Review Children's Collection, is a celebrated Carnegie Medal-winning fantasy novel. The story centers on two energetic and naughty sisters, Dinah and Dorinda, who fail to heed a magical warning about bad behavior when the wind blows on the moon. Consequentially, they swallow a magical potion that turns them in…

The Eye of the Horse

The Eye of the Horse, written by Whitbread Children's Award-winning author Jamila Gavin and published by Mammoth, is a compelling historical novel set in 1948. Following the aftermath of India's Partition and the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi, Indian siblings Jaspal and Marvinder face personal and cultural conflict while living in England. While Jaspal struggles with resentment and longs to r…

Whispers and Lies

Whispers and Lies, written by New York Times bestselling author Joy Fielding and published by Pocket Books, is a tense psychological thriller set in Florida. The plot centers on Terry Paisley, a quiet and reserved nurse who decides to sub-let her seaside guest house to Alison Marshall, a charming and charismatic tenant. What initially seems like a warm new friendship quickly devolves into suspi…

Jemma's Jungle Adventure

Edition

1

ISBN/ISSN

9780194245654

Collation

67 hlm.: ilus.; 15 x 21 cm

Series Title

Oxford Dominoes

Call Number

823 COL j

Octopussy & The Living Daylights

Octopussy & The Living Daylights is a collection of high-stakes espionage short stories featuring the iconic British secret agent, James Bond. Adapted for high school English learners, these narratives follow 007 as he navigates the complex world of international intelligence, Cold War tensions, and dangerous undercover assignments. From tracking down a war criminal in the Caribbean to protecti…

Conan The Barbarian: The Jewels Of Gwahlur

Conan the Barbarian: The Jewels of Gwahlur is an action-oriented adaptation of Robert E. Howard’s classic sword-and-sorcery fiction, tailored for high school students. The story follows the legendary Cimmerian warrior, Conan, as he infiltrates the forbidden city of Keshan in search of the legendary "Teeth of Gwahlur"—treasures of immense value. Caught in a web of political intrigue, ancient…

Ariadne's Story

Ariadne's Story is a compelling retelling of the classic Greek myth, specifically adapted for English language learners at the high school level. The narrative follows Ariadne, the Princess of Crete, who finds herself caught between loyalty to her family and her growing love for the Athenian hero, Theseus. As she aids Theseus in his perilous journey through the Labyrinth to defeat the Minotaur,…

Lord Arthur Savile's Crime And Other Stories

Lord Arthur Savile's Crime and Other Stories is an adapted collection of short stories by the celebrated Victorian playwright and author Oscar Wilde. This anthology, tailored for high school English learners, presents a series of witty and satirical tales that explore the themes of fate, societal duty, and the supernatural. The title story follows a young aristocrat who, after being told by a p…

Eight Great American Tales

Eight Great American Tales is a curated collection of classic short stories adapted for high school students developing their English proficiency. This anthology features the works of the legendary storyteller O. Henry, known for his mastery of irony and iconic twist endings. The narratives offer a profound look into the lives of ordinary individuals in early 20th-century America, exploring uni…

The Three Musketeers

"The Three Musketeers" is a classic historical adventure set in 17th-century France, adapted for intermediate English language learners. The story follows d'Artagnan, a spirited young man who travels to Paris with the ambition of joining the elite Musketeers of the Guard. He soon befriends three of the most formidable musketeers—Athos, Porthos, and Aramis—and becomes embroiled in a web of p…