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1) The Jungle
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David Schwimmer and Chicago's Lookingglass Theatre Company created this innovative and heart-wrenching adaptation of Upton Sinclair's powerhouse novel, in a co-production with L.A. Theatre Works.
A young Lithuanian immigrant, full of hope, arrives in Chicago in 1904 to work in the stockyards. He and his family soon find themselves processed like the very cattle they slaughter, by the system they dreamed would save them.
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Sheena Queen of the Jungle volume 6
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English
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The adventures continue! After surviving the dome (spoiler alert), legendary writer Steven E. De Souza takes the reins as Sheena faces a new set of challenges: Higher education and a trip to the remnants of the Cenozoic Age?
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One of the most beloved classics in children's literature, Kipling's masterpiece follows Mowgli, the boy raised by wolves, and his animal friends as they fight for survival in the Indian jungle. Young readers will love the wise bear Baloo and Bagheera the black panther; shiver at the vicious tiger Shere Khan; laugh at the silly monkeys; and feel compassion for the grown-up Mowgli-who must finally acknowledge his own humanity. One of the most beloved...
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The army guide that taught WWII soldiers how to survive in the jungles and swamps of the tropics.
During the Second World War, Allied soldiers fought to survive not only encounters with the enemy but the landscape they found themselves in. Being posted to Southeast Asia and the Pacific to fight the Japanese meant soldiers had to learn to survive in the tropics, fighting and living in endless steamy jungle and perilous swamps. In this alien environment,...
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Dr. Rose Stevens is shy, anxious, and a believer in following the rules. However, when a handsome college student on her excavation crew catches her eye, things change. He is hotter than the Guatemalan heat and makes it hard for her to think. She tries to ignore her blossoming feelings and focus on archaeology...because an attraction like that could ruin her career and Gabriel's future.
Gabriel Cano is a wisecracking former solider who loves to fluster...
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Often called the 'Jungle', the refugee camp near Calais in Northern France epitomises for many the suffering, uncertainty and violence which characterises the situation of refugees in Europe today. But the media soundbites we hear ignore the voices of the people who lived there - people who have travelled to Europe from conflict-torn countries such as Syria, Sudan, Afghanistan and Eritrea: people with astounding stories, who are looking for peace...
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Sonic Prime volume 4
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English
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Sonic finds himself in a strange jungle world with even stranger versions of his friends, whom he must protect from a "monster" below!
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"Lion's Roar: Unveiling the Majesty of the King of the Jungle" takes readers on an immersive journey into the captivating world of the lion, the iconic King of the Jungle. This enthralling nonfiction book offers a comprehensive understanding of lions by exploring their remarkable characteristics, social dynamics, and ecological significance.Through vivid storytelling and well-researched insights, readers discover the regal majesty of lions and their...
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Alice Nevers volume 3
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Français
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Alice and Marquand investigate when a young bank intern dies on an obstacle course.
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O'Shea's Big Adventure volume 12
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English
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Mark O'Shea returns to his home from home - the jungles of South America - to capture and photograph reptiles in Guyana's Iwokrama rain forest reserve.
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O'Shea's Big Adventure volume 9
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Mark's quest is to find one of the world's rarest and most beautiful frogs, to save it from the threat of extinction and to study its unique toxin for medical research.
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Embark on a thrilling expedition through the unpredictable terrain of the cryptocurrency world with "Navigating the Crypto Jungle: A Day Trader's Guide to Surviving the Next Bull Run." In this riveting guide, we unravel the mysteries of the crypto jungle, exposing the glittering mirage of bull runs and the hidden dangers that lurk beneath the surface.Journey through the lessons of past bull runs, exploring the pitfalls of greed, the anatomy of rug...
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Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs volume 17
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English
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Harry wants to make a movie with a great story! / Harry is 'Jungle Harry', King of the Jungle and friend to all the jungle animals.
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"Tiki's Big Adventure" "Join Tiki the Blue Tuk-Tuk on a thrilling adventure into the jungle! Tiki's best friend Raju, the brave Red Fire Truck, comes along too. In the jungle, they meet Isla, the sweet Pink Ice Cream Truck, and a sad little Milo the Monkey who's lost. Together, they follow clues to help Milo find his way back to his family. It's a heartwarming journey full of friendship and discovery, teaching children valuable lessons about friendship,...
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A legendary city in the jungle. Immortal heroes and formidable enemies. Epic adventure awaits! For more than a thousand years the city of Ridyani has stood protected by the legendary heroes Erdai, the Knight of a Hundred Eyes and Radji, the Just. It is a beacon of fairness and justice in the jungle chaos. But such prosperitty creates envy and, Barganush the Ravager has set his sights and that of his horde on conquering Ridyani for themselves.The Ravager...
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Children's Book in rhyming story for kids from 3 to 8 years. Tale in verse. 60 pages with text and colorful picture. Join Patrick the raccoon, Cody the giraffe, and Lily the monkey on a thrilling adventure in this enchanting children's fairy tale! Tired of their mundane lives in the zoo, the trio, along with their animal friends, hatch a daring plan to escape to the jungle. As they embark on a journey full of excitement and challenges, they discover...
18) Little monkey
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Macmillan's Children's Books, an imprint of Pan Macmillan
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2024.
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English
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Publisher Annotation: It's hard being a little monkey in a big troop, in an even bigger jungle - and this little monkey has had enough of always missing out! She's off to climb to the top of the tallest tree in the jungle and she's going to do it all on her own. Except that there's someone following close behind. Someone with claws and stripes and rather sharp teeth...
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Two childhood friends, an orc and a goblin, have long dreamed of adventure. When a magic school dropout stumbles into their lives, they jump at the chance to realize their ambitions. This found family realizes the world of Galevyn is a much bigger place than the jungle they grew up in.
20) A Man Returns
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Gain wisdom and learn how to make good choices from someone who has made good and bad choices alike. The author' s experience will save readers a lot of trouble, all while being thoroughly entertained by the breadth and unique qualities of the author' s adventures. This adventurer's journey to manhood is one that will inspire, challenge, and reassure everyone on the same path of life. This book will take you on an adventurist'...
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