The Green-eyed Dragon
Author: Kathleen V. McLennan
Publisher:
Published: 1979
Total Pages: 16
ISBN-13: 9780170054409
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The Green-Eyed Dragons and Other Mathematical Monsters
Author: David J. Morin
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: 2018-10-02
Total Pages: 210
ISBN-13: 9781719958370
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book is a collection of 57 very challenging math problems with detailed solutions. It is written for anyone who enjoys pondering difficult problems for great lengths of time. The problems are mostly classics that have been around for ages. They are divided into four categories: General, Geometry, Probability, and Foundational, with the Probability section constituting roughly half the book. Many of the solutions contain extensions/variations of the given problems. In addition to the full solution, each problem comes with a hint. For the most part, algebra is the only formal prerequisite, although a few problems require calculus.Are you eager to tackle the Birthday Problem, Simpson's Paradox, the Game-Show Problem, the Boy/Girl Problem, the Hotel Problem, and of course the Green-Eyed Dragons? If so, this book is for you! You are encouraged to peruse the problems via either the Look Inside feature on Amazon, or the author's Harvard webpage (where all of the problems are posted), to gauge whether the level of difficulty is right for you.
The Green Eyed Girl
Author: J. W. Chew
Publisher: Author House
Published: 2014-12-17
Total Pages: 225
ISBN-13: 1496999193
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThere is war in the mountains. War fueled by hatred and mistrust. War driven by vengeance and misunderstanding. War between two great peoples, the humans and the dragons. War that can only end with the absolute, utter destruction of one'unless, of course, something can turn that disaster aside. Something or someone'the girl with brilliant, emerald-green eyes.
Ghosts of Weirdwood
Author: Christian McKay Heidicker
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Published: 2021-04-06
Total Pages: 286
ISBN-13: 1250302919
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this second action-packed and hilarious Weirdwood adventure by William Shivering and Newbery Honor winner Christian McKay Heidicker (Scary Stories for Young Foxes), two thieves and their ghost friend wage a battle against a shadowy magical organization intent on opening a Rift between the worlds of the living and the dead. "[W]ill delight and satiate those besotted with Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Artemis Fowl, Miss Peregrine, the Spiderwicks." —New York Times Book Review on Thieves of Weirdwood Fresh off of heroically saving their city from nightmarish monsters, 12-year-old reformed thieves Arthur and Wally are determined to join the Wardens of Weirdwood—defenders of the border between the Real and Imaginary worlds. Their mission: defeat the Order of Eldar, a shadowy group that exploits the creatures of the Fae for their own gain. When the Order opens what seems to be a Rift between the worlds of the living and the dead, they set up a menagerie of ghosts to make money off those grieving for their lost loved ones. As spirits begin to cross over into Kingsport, Arthur, Wally, and their ghost companion, Breeth, will have to return a fleet of dead souls to the other side of the Veil. Perfect for fans of Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky and Keeper of the Lost Cities.
The Green-Eyed Goblin
Author: Kay Al-Ghani
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published: 2016-10-21
Total Pages: 50
ISBN-13: 1784503525
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDeep inside everyone, a little goblin lies sleeping. When it wakes up, its eyes turn green, its nose grows and it starts to breathe a smelly green mist. This is the story of the wakening of a Green-Eyed Goblin. When Theo sees his sister getting lots of attention for her birthday, his sleeping goblin wakes and he can't seem to stop himself from saying all the horrid things the nasty goblin's green mist is making him think. Will Theo learn how to send his Green-Eyed Goblin back to sleep in time for the party? This fun, illustrated storybook will help children aged 5-13 to understand and cope with jealousy and how it can sometimes make us feel not good enough. A helpful introduction for parents and carers explains jealousy in children, and a section at the back of the book provides strategies for overcoming it.
The Dragon of Lonely Island
Author: Rebecca Rupp
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Published: 2012-05-22
Total Pages: 171
ISBN-13: 0763660000
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Rebecca Rupp's magical tale . . . radiates a glow as golden as the dragon's scales." – Boston Globe Hannah, Zachary, and Sarah Emily are spending the summer at their great-aunt Mehitabel's house on faraway Lonely Island. There, in a cave hidden high above the ocean, they discover a fabulous creature: a glittering three-headed golden dragon with a kind heart, an unpredictable temper, and a memory that spans 20,000 years. Transported by the magic of the dragon's stories, the children meet Mei-lan, a young girl in ancient China; nineteenth-century cabin boy Jamie Pritchett; and, in more recent times, Hitty and her brother, Will, who survive a frightening plane crash on a desert island. In this fluidly written novel, Rebecca Rupp explores what three children from the present learn from the past - and from an unlikely but wise and generous friend.
The Dragon of Lonely Island
Author: Rebecca Rupp
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Published: 2006-04-11
Total Pages: 180
ISBN-13: 9780763628055
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThree children spend the summer with their mother on a secluded island where they discover a three-headed dragon living in a cave and learn what it means to be a Dragon Friend.
The Dragon's Flower: Severity Grey
Author: Choco Lily
Publisher: Yue Lily Penning
Published: 2022-07-12
Total Pages: 196
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhen the enchanting heroine and the dashing hero finalized the date of their wedding, Xiao Hua looked forward to witnessing an ancient wedding ritual for the first time! Marriage is a big and life-changing event. That must explain why the heroine decided to go wild before she got tied down, even if her actions would destroy their homeland. The heroine's to-do list consists of crossdressing, capturing new supporting male leads, doing new business that's borderline illegal, and face slapping more cannon fodders. Heroine, aren't you tired? Why don't you take a break? [Book 6 of 9]
The Geisha with the Green Eyes
Author: India Millar
Publisher: Red Empress Publishing
Published:
Total Pages: 346
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe secrets of the Floating World unfold in the embrace of The Geisha with the Green Eyes. In 1850, Japan had remained veiled from the outside world for centuries, a secretive realm that held within its heart Edo. Within Edo lay Yoshiwara — "The Floating World," a center of unbridled pleasure. Deep within this enigmatic district stood the Hidden House, a sanctuary reserved for the elite, where geisha of extraordinary talent dwelled. Among them was Midori No Me, a woman of dual heritage — part Japanese, part foreigner. Born into captivity, she was trained from youth to devote herself to the wealthiest patrons in Japan, her innocence was auctioned at a tender age of thirteen. She found herself under the possession of a renowned kabuki actor before fate intervened, leading her into the hands of Edo's most formidable yakuza. This is the tale of the geisha who fled the intoxicating allure of the Floating World. This is the saga of The Geisha with the Green Eyes. For enthusiasts of Amy Tan's "The Valley of Amazement" and Arthur Golden's "Memoirs of a Geisha," "The Geisha with the Green Eyes" beckons with its sensuality, sentimentality, and captivating narrative, crafted by author India Millar. Embark on a journey through a mesmerizing historical romance unlike any other. Keywords: Historical romance set in Japan, Geisha historical fiction, Edo-era Japan romance, Yakuza romance novels, Kabuki theater novels, Geisha with green eyes book, Forbidden love Japan historical fiction, Geisha who feels no pain novel, Dragon Geisha book, Hidden House trilogy, Japan historical romance series, Samurai love story, Japanese cultural fiction, Yoshiwara district novels, Floating World romance books, Japan secret society romance, Geisha and yakuza love story, Resilient geisha stories, Author India Millar, Escape from the Floating World, Amy Tan, James Clavell, Arthur Golden, Lisa See, Pearl S. Buck, Eiji Yoshikawa, Gail Tsukiyama
The Return of the Dragon
Author: Rebecca Rupp
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Published: 2013-06-11
Total Pages: 157
ISBN-13: 0763664138
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn the long-awaited follow-up to The Dragon of Lonely Island, three adventurous children find further intrigue on a tiny Maine island where a talkative three-headed dragon lives out its days. With their parents off to London on a special trip, Hannah, Zachary, and Sarah Emily are thrilled to be going back to Aunt Mehitabel’s house on Lonely Island. Though their favorite aunt can’t join them, they know their tummies will soon be filled with Mrs. Jones’s mouthwatering cookies and their minds full of Fafnyr, the fabulous creature they befriended last summer. The glittering three-headed dragon remains safely hidden in a cave high above the ocean, waiting for the children’s return. But is Fafnyr’s hiding place safe? As the children nervously discover, a white yacht is now anchored off the private island, and a crew led by billionaire J. P. King has been scouring onshore, supposedly watching birds. The children have promised to keep Fafnyr’s existence a secret, but it’s hard to know if the smooth-talking Mr. King is friend or foe. Only Fafnyr’s own stories can lead the Dragon Friends to the heart of the mystery, as they teach the children to think more clearly, to make the right decisions - and to discover what’s worth fighting for.
