Tom's most challenging Quest awaits! He must rescue his mother from devious Wizard Velmal by finding six potion ingredients all guarded by the terrifying Beasts of Kayonia. Can Tom & his companions brave the Dead Desert & conquer Komodo the Lizard King...? ...

A Japanese inspired card designed by Natalie Barton with an illustration of Kookie the geisha in a field of bamboo on a background of yellows gold & pale blues. The message on the front reads &8216;make a wish&8217;. This card is blank inside for your own message & comes with a white envelope ready for posting. Approximate

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A Japanese inspired card designed by Natalie Barton with an illustration of a geisha with a present in shades of pink cream & violet. The message on the front reads &8216; Wishing you a wonderful birthday&8217;. This card is blank inside for your own message & comes with a white envelope ready for posting. Approximate

Dimensions 14.5 x 13.5 cm

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Great for boys with a huge collectability factor bolstered by the collectors' cards in the back of the books & links to an excellent interactive website. Koraka was a gentle shepherdess until evil Wizard Malvel transformed her into a hideous winged Beast! If Tom is to stop Malvel reaching the Eternal Flame he must outwit this bloodthirsty creature. Can he survive? ...

The Koran is a book apart not only as Holy Scripture for Muslims but as the supreme classic of Arabic literature. In its 114 Suras or chapters it comprises the total of revelations believed to have been communicated to the prophet Muhammad as a final expression of God's will & purpose for man. The revelations were received over a number of years the first dating from AD 610 the last shortly before Muhammad's death in AD 632 & the definitive canon was established some twenty years later. The Koran is neither prose nor poetry but a unique fusion of both. In his attempt to convey the sublime rhetoric of the original Professor Arberry has carefully studied the intricate & richly varied rhythms which
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- serve to explain the Koran's undeniable claim to rank among the greatest literary masterpieces of mankind. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features including expert introductions by leading authorities helpful notes to clarify the text up-to-date bibliographies for further study & much more.

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With the current turmoil in the Middle East there is a growing interest about Islam the worlds second largest religion & one of the fastest growing & its holy book the Koran (or Quran). Now with this easy-to-follow plain-English guide you can explore the history structure & basic tenets of Islams sacred scripture. The Koran For Dummies is for non-Muslims interested in the Koran as well as Muslims looking to deepen their understanding. Islamic scholar Sohaib Sultan provides a clear road map revealing: * The meaning of Koran & its basic message * The Korans place in history & in Islamic spiritual life * Explanations of its language structure & narrative style * How to live by the Korans teachings * The Korans role in key global issues such as Jihad vs. terrorism * Different interpretations of the Koran No other book provides such a straightforward look at what the Koran says how it says it & how believers live according to its guidance. From how the Koran was received by Mohammed & how it was compiled to how its interpreted by Islams two main branches youll see how to put the Islamic faith in perspective. Plus youll discover: * What the Koran really says about women & civil law * How Islam relates to Judaism & Christianity * The Korans view of God prophets mankind & the self * How its teachings are lived & recited every day by devout Muslims * Common misconceptions of the Koran * How to raise a family the Koranic way Complete with lists of important passages Koranic terminology famous"es & further reading resources The Koran For Dummies makes it easy & enjoyable for you to grasp the teachings & significance of Islams holy book. ...

The Korean Peninsula is a true travel gem: the South a high-tech nation with a reverence for tradition & the ways of old Asia; the North a challenging geopolitical enigma. Simon Richmond Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about each & every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is. Inside This Book 97 maps 32 National & Provincial Parks visited 27 festivals & events Countless dips into oncheon" spas Inspirational photos Comprehensive planning tools Outdoor activities feature In-depth background" ...

Avoid being offended or worse offending Korea locals instead familiarise yourself with local customs & cultures by reading Culture Smart! Korea. This handy pocket-sized book will help you to ease your way into a different culture & will assist you in making sure you dont develop incorrect stereotypes. Good preparation can go a long way in readying yourself for your journey. Whether you are setting off to Korea in order to travel learn work or relocate Culture Smart! will provide you with a wealth of information on everything from climate population doing business nightlife & so much more. Culture Smart! Korea offers an in-depth insight to the customs & cultures of Korea an area where many other guidebooks only scratch the surface. Culture Smart! provides rare insights & practical guidance into cultures. The values behaviour & customs of peoples have been formed over centuries which is why the unique information in Culture Smart! guides do not date in the same way as ordinary travel guides. Culture Smart! enables you to step into a world untouched by other guidebooks. ...

For Chung Jae Lee born in the busy city of Seoul many moons ago food has always been a huge factor in his life. Koreans love to eat & the food must always be delicious. Chung Jae shares his favourite & most popular Korean recipes introducing the home cook to Korean food with traditional Korean eats & his versions of Korean favourites. With simple steps & easy to find ingredients learn how to cook some of Korea's most-loved food with a modern twist including bulgogi bimibap Korean barbeque Jaeyuk gui seafood pancake kimchi & twist donuts. Chung Jae shows how easy cooking Korean food can be from party food & mains to sweets sauces & sides this is food you will love eating. ...

Start speaking Korean the fun & easy way with Korean For Dummies a no-nonsense guide to Korean culture & the basics of Korean language. Pick up basic phrases & commonly used words so that you can converse with Koreans in both business & personal situations. You'll learn Korean for everyday life & task-specific expressions for Korean on the go. In addition you'll discover important & fascinating aspects of Korean culture. This handy guide won't burden you with lists of grammar rules; just look up the phrases & cultural phrases that you need or read through the whole book for a general overview. You'll be able to place material in a daily context with cultural tidbits phonetic spelling of Korean words & the recorded Korean dialogues on the accompanying CD. Exercises will jog your memory & reinforce everything that you learn. Find out how to:* Use basic phrases & words correctly* Converse intelligently about Korean culture* Do business with a Korean company* Say task-specific expressions* Pronounce Korean words* Put material in a real-world context* Make a good first impression with Koreans Complete with lists of ten ways to learn Korean quickly ten phrases to make you sound Korean ten expressions that Koreans like to use & ten things you should never do around a Korean Korean For Dummies is your one-stop guide to speaking basic Korean & understanding the fundamentals of Korean culture. ...