Ergebnis für "Duke" in Literatur & Belletristik

Garg is an alien from the planet Zarnos. His mission is to take an Earthling back to his planet. He asks the members of the Thompson family to go, but they are all too busy. What's a little alien to do when everyone says no?

"Der gefährlichste Spieleabend aller Zeiten": Von einer erfolgreichen Expedition nach Mittelamerika zurückgekehrt, befällt Track ein akutes Burn-Out: Er hat das abenteuerliche Leben an der Seite seines Onkels satt. Zum Glück legt Dagobert vor der nächsten Reise einen Spieleabend ein. Doch der ist keineswegs erholsam: Daniel Düsentrieb stört die Idylle mit seiner neuen Erfindung, einem Verkleinerungsstrahler, und der Entdeckung eines kriegerischen Zwergenvolkes, das in der Duck-Villa lebt.

Auriane is willing to do anything to save her father, the kingdom's alchemist, from a supposedly incurable disease. Since humans can't find a cure, she doesn't hesitate to turn to less conventional methods.By invoking help from another world, Auriane brings a tyrannical ghost into the palace... To remedy the situation, the young girl will travel beyond worlds, overcome her fears, meet terrifying creatures but also experience a very strong friendship. Above all, she will surprise herself and reveal all her talents...

The Duke's Children is the sixth and last novel of The Palliser Series in which the story of the Duke of Omnium's family changes and growing children bring aristocratic and political England into view. - Summary by Deon Gines

In the last of the six Palliser novels, the sudden death of his wife, Lady Glencora, leaves Plantagenet Palliser, the Duke of Omnium, finding himself in charge of his three children. The eldest, Lord Silverbridge, has recently been expelled from Oxford; his younger brother, Gerald, is about to enter Cambridge; and the youngest, nineteen-year old Lady Mary, has imprudently formed an attachment to Francis Tregear, who, while certainly a gentleman, unfortunately has no income. Before her death, Glencora knew (and approved) of her daughter's attachment; the Duke, however, does not know of it, and ...

Skateboarder Michel is freaking out as his cousin Romain has gone missing. Michel sticks his head through a hole in the garden fence and is sucked into a giant vortex. He ends up in a mysterious corridor, with doors leading to strange worlds. He also meets Duke, a food-obsessed, sarcastic Basset Hound dog, who is searching for his brothers. Together, they hunt for their missing relatives, unaware that they are also being hunted by the Master, a villain with a dandruff problem.

In this all-new, fast-paced tale of lost treasure and mistaken identities, young treasure hunter Fish—nicknamed for his swimming abilities—learns that his refusal to fight has a cost when he’s torn away from his pirate family. Fish and his friends Nora and Daniel are forced to sail under Countess Marie de Bornholdt, the widely feared and very unusual captain of the Rat Queen, and her first mate—Fish’s archnemesis, Scab.

Based on historical fact, full of intrigue and chivalry at a time when Normandy was not part of France, this is the romantic childhood history of Richard the Fearless, Duke of Normandy. After his father was assassinated, when he was just nine years old, he is kidnapped and imprisoned by Louis of France, who wanted to annex Normandy. But thanks to the bravery and daring of Richard's loyal squire and knight, Osmond de Centeville, he makes good his escape.

Duke and Michel must rescue Michel's family and Duke's premium nibbles from the villainous Master but end up becoming pawns in a battle between the Master and King Tingaling, who is still royally riled over a portrait of him in a compromising position with a pineapple, a wad of cash and his favorite pig - Buttercup. A superb adventure story for kids ages 8+.

With World War II raging and his father fighting overseas in Europe, eleven-year-old Hobie Hanson is determined to do his part to help his family and his country, even if it means giving up his beloved German shepherd, Duke. Hoping to help end the war and bring his dad home faster, Hobie decides to donate Duke to Dogs for Defense, an organization that urges Americans to "loan" their pets to the military to act as sentries, mine sniffers, and patrol dogs.

Princess Tessa Meets Luc the Duke is a funny and tender audiobook about big feelings, growing families, and the love between siblings—with a sparkly crown of imagination on top.

Cora, the principal’s gloomy goth daughter, is not exactly popular Duke Meyer’s type. Still, Duke finds himself inexplicably drawn to her dark eyes and mysterious manner. She makes it clear she doesn’t return his admiration, but when a burst appendix lands Duke in the hospital, he and Cora will be forced to come together by the most unlikely intermediary: her eight-year-old brother, Jaime.

Charlotte Mary Yonge (1823-1901) was a prolific English novelist. The Little Duke, the first of her historical tales for children, was published in 1854. The main character is Richard Duke of Normandy, the great grandfather of William the Conqueror. The first part concentrates on Richard's failings, their punishment, and his reform, and the second part on his virtues. At the beginning of the tale, Richard is a boy of eight who becomes duke when his father dies in 943 AD. His overlord King Louis brings the boy to the French court where his life seems to be in peril.

In diesem Podcast werden von Noah und seinem Papa gemeinsam Gute-Nacht-Geschichten vorgelesen und erzählt. Tauche ein in eine Welt voller Fantasie und Abenteuer, perfekt zum Entspannen und Einschlafen.

The Little Duke: Richard the Fearless by Charlotte M. Yonge is a captivating tale of courage, loyalty, and resilience set in the tumultuous world of 10th-century Normandy. This classic story follows the journey of young Richard I, who inherits the title of Duke of Normandy after the tragic death of his father. Faced with betrayal, captivity, and the daunting responsibilities of leadership, Richard's indomitable spirit earns him the name "Richard the Fearless."As the tale unfolds, Richard learns valuable lessons about trust, friendship, and the strength of character required to lead his people....

Sammy Spinner, an eager fishing bait, gets plopped into a tackle box alongside Bucky Bucktail, Francis Frog, and Suki Suick with one goal, to catch big fish. He sees shores lined with pine trees and large loons swimming on the water. He hears giggling eagles sitting in woody nests and beavers’ thick tails building dams. Sammy believes he is well-prepared to get a fish into the red boat. However, he quickly learns catching fish that live in Northwoods Lakes could take thousands of casts.

Sam and his best friend Duke are at it again. This time, the lovable and charming duo set out on an incredible adventure high above the world in an airplane. Join Sam and Duke as they explore the ever-changing and enchanting world in the sky right above our heads.

Roberto travels from the US to Mexico to a city known as Puerto Peñasco. Roberto quickly learns of all the wonderful parts about Peñasco, later realizing a common theme: the many puppies of Peñasco are looking for families of their own. Find out how Roberto works with his dad - who lives in the city of Peñasco - and his puppy friend, Pepe, to help the puppies of Peñasco in this exciting, classic bedtime story for kids and toddlers of all ages.