Susan Cooper es una autora cuyas obras a menudo exploran el viaje del héroe y la interacción entre la luz y la oscuridad, tejiendo el folclore y la mitología británica en narrativas cautivadoras. Su magistral narración para jóvenes lectores destaca por su capacidad para sumergirlos en mundos de magia y aventura, con un estilo caracterizado por ricas descripciones y una profunda comprensión de la psicología humana. Cooper ha dejado una marca imborrable en el género de fantasía, presentando temas de coraje, sacrificio y la batalla perdurable entre el bien y el mal. Sus historias resuenan con lectores de todas las generaciones, dejando una impresión duradera.
Una trepidante novela de fantasía épica, que se ha convertido en un clásico de la literatura juvenil americana. El día de su cumpleaños, Will descubre que es el último superviviente de una serie de guerreros que a lo largo de la historia han combatido contra las fuerzas del mal.
Epic. Bestselling. Award-winning. The complete Dark Is Rising Sequence is now available as one keepsake collection. Will Stanton’s ordinary life is shattered with the dreadful revelation that the Dark—the source of all evil—is rising in its last and greatest bid to control the world. He finds that he is no ordinary boy, but the last-born of the Old Ones, immortals dedicated to keeping mankind free from the Dark. Soon Will is swept up in the great battle, along with his ageless master, Merriman; the three Drew children, who are mortal but have their own vital part to play; and a strange boy named Bran. These six fight fear and death in a quest through time and space interwoven with the most ancient myths of the islands of Britain—until, at last, Will and Bran find the weapon that will ultimately vanquish the Dark. One of the most celebrated fantasy sequences of all time, The Dark Is Rising is a searing, epic rendering of the eternal conflict between good and evil. This complete collection includes Over Sea, Under Stone; The Dark Is Rising; Greenwitch; The Grey King; and Silver on the Tree.
Cooper's highly acclaimed series—Over Sea, Under Stone; The Dark Is Rising; Greenwitch; The Grey King; and Silver on the Tree—is now available in its entirety for the first time in an attractive, sturdy boxed set that's perfect for gift giving.
Theory and Practice
Focusing on the intersection of evaluation, professionalism, and practice in youth and community work, this book provides a comprehensive exploration of the complexities involved in effective evaluation. It addresses the challenges faced in demonstrating the impact of youth and community initiatives, offering insights into both theoretical frameworks and practical applications. The text aims to enhance understanding of how evaluation can contribute to meaningful outcomes in these fields.
Experience three enchanting adventures filled with magic and mischief featuring the whimsical Boggart. Created by Newbery Medalist Susan Cooper, this collection promises to captivate readers with its imaginative storytelling and playful spirit, making it a perfect choice for fans of fantasy and adventure.
Renowned for her contributions to children's literature, Susan Cooper has garnered numerous accolades, including the Newbery Medal for her celebrated work, The Dark Is Rising sequence. With a background in journalism, she has successfully transitioned to writing novels, plays, and television scripts. Her Boggart series and King of Shadows have also received prestigious nominations, showcasing her talent and versatility. Now residing in America, Cooper continues to inspire young readers with her imaginative storytelling.
The Dark is rising in its last and greatest bid to control the world. And Will Stanton -- last-born of the immortal Old Ones, dedicated to keeping the world free -- must join forces with this ageless master Merriman and Bran, the Welsh boy whose destiny ties him to the Light. Drawn in with them are the three Drew children, who are mortal, but have their own vital part in the story. These six fight fear and death in the darkly brooding Welsh hills, in a quest through time and space that touches the most ancient myths of the British Isles, and that brings Susan Cooper's masterful sequence of novels to a satisfying close.
There is a Welsh legend about a harp of gold, hidden within a certain hill, that will be found by a boy and a white dog with silver eyes -- a dog that can see the wind. Will Stanton knew nothing of this when he came to Wales to recover from a severe illness. But when he met Bran, a strange boy who owned a white dog, he began to remember. For Will is the last-born of the Old Ones, immortals dedicated to saving the world from the forces of evil, the Dark. And it is Will's task to wake-with the golden harp -- the six who must be roused from their long slumber in the Welsh hills to prepare for the last battle between the Dark and the Light.
Someone is stalking romance novelist E.J. Pugh's 14-year-old adopted daughter, Bessie. When she was a child, Bessie's entire family was murdered . . . so who is this person claiming to be her dead brother Aldon?
Families huddle in bomb shelters.For Derek and his friends, night-time air raids are a normal part of everyday life. When a particularly violent raid closes their school for a few days, the boys use the time to complete construction of their secret camp. And then, after one night filled with bombing, the war changes his world forever.