With an easy-to-read text from a much-loved reteller of childrens Bible stories & lots of illustrations packed full of character this treasury of Bible stories is designed to introduce young readers to the great stories that have shaped western culture. 18 stories are retold from the Old & New Testaments covering the Bibles most well-known events & best-loved people from creation to Jesus crucifixion & resurrection. Along with Barbara Vagnozzis bright illustrations which fill the pages these easy retellings are compellingly child-friendly throughout. ...

The Lion Handbook to the Bible was first published in 1973 & has been continuously in print ever since selling over 3 million copies worldwide. This fascinating guide to the book that has intrigued & inspired millions of people for thousands of years comprises an authoritative yet accessible commentary on the Bible book by book & chapter by chapter alongside over 100 articles by leading scholars around the world on areas of special interest. Beautifully illustrated throughout with more than 600 photographs maps & illustrations the Handbook is a pleasure to browse & read & a mine of information & insight about this crucially important book. For this new edition a number of articles have been revised in the light of recent discoveries & developments in scholarship. New photographs have also been added where available. ...

The treasured stories of the Bible make one great story about God & God's people. In this retelling each memorable episode can be enjoyed in its own right or read & understood as part of the unfolding story. Christina Balit's stunning illustrations underline the power & drama of the narrative. Starting with the beauty of creation & the tragedy of humankind turning its back on Paradise the story continues with the lives of Abraham Isaac Jacob Joseph & Moses; the struggles of the nation during the time of Joshua Samson & Gideon; peace under Saul David & Solomon; the prophets; the return to Israel after exile in Babylon. Finally come the stories of Jesus stories that show people how to walk the road of love peace justice & eternal life. ...

In an era when even the finest rugby coaches have a drastically short shelf-life Ian Mc Geechans longevity & adaptability is staggering. In his 20 years at the highest level of the game he has been at the centre of almost every major story in UK rugby & has worked alongside some of the greatest rugby figures of the era. Mc Geechan began his career as a player -- winning more than thirty caps for Scotland & twice touring with the Lions. As coach to the Scottish national team he led his country to a famous Grand Slam victory in the 1990 Five Nations tournament. Continued success in management earned him an appointment as head coach to the Lions on four separate occasions more than any other & he again took charge on their 2009 tour to South Africa. No-one gave the 2009 Lions a chance in South Africa. But through a combination of fervent players & Mc Geechans brilliant coaching leadership the Lions pushed South Africa all the way & came to the very brink of glory in a Test series seen as one of the most momentous the Lions have ever played. Now in this frank & engaging memoir Ian Mc Geechan shares his unrivalled insight into the triumphs & tribulations of British rugby & of the progress of the sport over the past two decades. Lion Man offers a unique glimpse into the past present & future of British rugby from one of the most influential figures in the history of the sport. ...

In a not-so-distant future when lions are extinct Jachin-Boaz a middle-aged mapmaker leaves home with the wonderful map that was to tell his son where to find everything. In the ruins of a palace at Nineveh his son Boaz-Jachin finds the wall-carving of a great lion dying on the spear of an ancient king. In a series of rituals he evokes the long-dead lion & sends him out to stalk his father. Then he follows on the lions track. ...

The Lion Storyteller Bible broke new ground in its presentation
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This collection of stories is packed full of Christmas tales & legends from around the world; a festive treat from a popular storyteller. Here you will find Nativity stories from the Bible folk tales from long ago stories of favourite Christmas figures & learn about how many Christmas traditions came about. Written to be read aloud or read alone the stories jump off the page with fun illustrations which capture the Christmas spirit & will become family favourites year after year. ...

Lion is a bully. All the other animals are terrified of him. So they advertise for help. Soon Rabbit comes to the rescue. Although hes small & Lion is big Rabbit has something that Lion doesnt have... An extremely funny story with a wonderful little twist & the key message that you can always get the better of a bully. ...

Leo isn't like other lion cubs. Instead of chasing zebras & antelopes he wants to make friends & hug them. But can a lion who's so different ever fit in with the rest of the pride? Learn how Leo's need to be different brings happiness to the jungle in this heart-warming story that little ones will love. This touching rhyming picture book winner of the Children's Book Award is a joy to read aloud & share. ...

213 BC. The great inventor Archimedes has just one problem. His clumsy servant young Lydia is the bane of his life. But when the Romans besiege Syracuse & the Greeks turn to Archimedes for help it is young Lydia who always seems to come up with the answers. Of course Archimedes is a lion in the eyes of the folk of Syracuse. He takes all the credit but thats life for a Greek girl slave. As Aesop said You may share the labours of the great but you will not share the rewards. ...