The seven gifts of the Holy Spirit are complete in this novel with the addition of Understanding, Knowledge, and Good Counsel. As they begin their mission of restoring the fortunes of families devastated by the French Revolution, along the way they learn self-defense with cloistered nuns, attend a lush masquerade, and encounter their first enemy: a sinister thief who will do anything to acquire the hidden war chest of Napoleon himself.
An allegory in the spirit of C.S. Lewis’s Chronicles of Narnia, Tails of the Secret Peacock takes readers on adventures through time and space with the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit come to life. Wisdom, Knowledge, Strength, and the rest are embodied by seven unique women from all over the world. Imbued with the power of the Holy Spirit, they must work together to aid families stripped of their inheritances by a bloody war.
Short and fuzzy, long and scaled: no matter their size and shape, tails aren't just hanging around—they're useful! This fun, informative book invites readers to guess the owner of nine tails, and then turn the page to see the animal and its tail in action.
If you fly fish, you need flies. Which ones to choose for taking trout? Here are the 50 proven, go-to patterns that every trout fly fisher should carry to catch trout almost all the time, anywhere in the world of trout streams and still waters. From the hundreds of trout patterns available to today’s fly fisher, Hughes—in quintessential minimalist style—cuts through the complicated choices and gives a basic selection of essential trout flies that fit in a fly box or two and cover the broad spectrum of trout fishing conditions. This new edition—with 1/3 new material, 20 additional patterns, and 300 variations—addresses the changes in fly preference over the last 15 years with some old patterns dropped for new styles tied with new materials and tying techniques.
Wonder Tales from Many Lands by Katharine Pyle: In this enchanting collection of fairy tales, Katharine Pyle brings together magical stories from diverse cultures and traditions around the world. From the Arabian Nights to European folktales, each narrative carries readers into a realm of wonder and imagination. Pyle's retelling of these age-old stories preserves the essence of each culture's unique storytelling while offering a delightful and enlightening experience for readers of all ages. Key Aspects of the Book "Wonder Tales from Many Lands": Global Folklore: The collection showcases the rich tapestry of world folklore, introducing readers to magical beings, legendary heroes, and cultural motifs from different regions. Art of Storytelling: Katharine Pyle's skillful retelling preserves the charm and allure of each tale, capturing the essence of oral storytelling traditions that have been passed down through generations. Universal Themes: Despite their diverse origins, the stories in the collection often touch on universal themes of love, bravery, friendship, and the triumph of good over evil. Katharine Pyle was an American author, illustrator, and poet, born in Delaware in 1863. She excelled in various forms of art, including book illustration and writing. Throughout her career, Pyle contributed to children's literature and fairy tales, creating numerous works that sparked the imagination of young readers. Her passion for folklore and mythology is evident in "Wonder Tales from Many Lands," a testament to her talent as a storyteller and her dedication to preserving cultural heritage through literature.
THERE was once a King who had one only son, and him he loved better than anything in the whole world-better even than his own life. The King's greatest desire was to see his son married, but though the Prince had travelled in many lands, and had seen many noble and beautiful ladies, there was not one among them all whom he wished to have for a wife. One day the King called his son to him and said, "My son, for a long time now I have hoped to see you choose a bride, but you have desired no one. Take now this silver key. Go to the top of the castle, and there you will see a steel door. This key will unlock it. Open the door and enter. Look carefully at everything in the room, and then return and tell me what you have seen. But, whatever you do, do not touch nor draw aside the curtain that hangs at the right of the door. If you should disobey me and do this thing, you will suffer the greatest dangers, and may even pay for it with your life."
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