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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 50 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | A snowy forest. A wise raven. Two mischievous squirrels. And a wolf who learns that friendship is stronger than fear.Snow and Shenanigans: A New Year's Tale is a whimsical picture book that captures the sparkle of winter magic and the warmth of unexpected friendship.Under the soft glow of the winter moon, Tom and Jim - two red squirrels brimming with energy - tumble through the snowdrifts, chasing mischief wherever it leads. But the ancient forest holds secrets. When Fang the Wolf prowls into the story, his amber eyes flash with hunger and pride. Watching from above is Grandpa Raven, majestic and frost-feathered, whose dry humor hides a heart of wisdom.What begins as a test of wits becomes something far more powerful: a discovery that even the fiercest predator can become a friend when laughter, courage, and kindness melt the coldest night.¿ Why children (and grown-ups) will love this book:A winter adventure filled with gentle humor, suspense, and heart.Memorable characters: two lively squirrels, a proud wolf, and a wise old raven.A tale that blends traditional fairytale magic with a fresh, playful voice.Stunning watercolor-style illustrations bring the snow-laden forest to life.A story that celebrates friendship, courage, and the spirit of New Year wonder.Perfect for cozy bedtime reading, classroom storytelling, or family gatherings during the holiday season, Snow and Shenanigans is designed for ages 4-9 but will charm readers of all ages. With its luminous illustrations and timeless themes, it's a storybook that children will want to return to every winter.Whether read aloud by the fireside or discovered quietly under blankets, this tale reminds us that joy and kindness are the true treasures of the season.…

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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Russian Empire: Contours of the Modern World explores one of the most pivotal junctures in world history-the turn of the 19th century-through the dual lenses of two extraordinary yet often misunderstood figures: Emperor Pavel I of Russia and Napoleon Bonaparte of France. These men, radically different in temperament and ideology, nevertheless shaped the geopolitical and ideological architecture of the modern world in parallel, sometimes converging and other times clashing within a broader tapestry of revolutions, reformations, and rising empires.Emperor Pavel I's brief but turbulent reign (1796-1801) unfolded during a moment of acute tension within the Russian Empire. He sought to upend the entrenched privileges of the aristocracy, implement sweeping military and social reforms, and redefine Russia's place within Europe-often in erratic and authoritarian ways. His fascination with the Order of Malta and symbolic gestures, such as incorporating the Maltese cross into state iconography, bewildered allies and antagonized powers like Britain and the Vatican. Increasingly isolated and surrounded by conspirators, his reign ended in assassination in 1801.Running alongside Pavel's drama was the meteoric rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, a military genius whose ascent from artillery officer to self-crowned Emperor reshaped France and the world. His campaigns in Italy and Egypt, and later his reorganization of the French state, exemplified an era of meritocratic rise, revolutionary fervor repurposed into imperial structure, and global ambition. He centralized power with ruthless efficiency, suppressed dissent through censorship and police surveillance, reconciled with the Catholic Church under state terms, and codified a new civil order through the Napoleonic Code. Abroad, his efforts to isolate Britain and extend French influence marked the beginning of the 'Great Game' that would later dominate Russian and British foreign policy.This study does not treat Pavel and Napoleon in isolation. Rather, it traces the invisible web of connections-secret societies like the Freemasons, revolutionary ideals, ideological retrenchments, and geopolitical rivalries-that bound them within a shared historical current. It examines how continental upheaval reshaped imperial Russia's foreign strategy, social order, and ideological identity, while France transitioned from revolution to empire.This volume concludes at a crucial historical inflection point: the mounting tensions between Napoleonic France and Imperial Russia that would ultimately culminate in the fateful invasion of 1812. For now, we leave the reader standing at the threshold of that confrontation, with the forces of empire and ideology poised for collision.Through the rise and rule of two radically different emperors, the book reveals how ambition, ideology, and insecurity contoured the emerging modern world, and how the enduring tension between autocracy and revolution defined a new age.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - The Rise of the Russian Empire chronicles the transformation of Russia from a divided tsardom into a dominant European empire during the pivotal reigns of Peter the Great and Empress Ekaterina II (Catherine the Great).Spanning the late 17th to 18th centuries, this volume explores the military triumphs, sweeping reforms, and strategic diplomacy that propelled Russia onto the world stage. From Peter's modernization campaigns and victory at Poltava to Ekaterina's annexation of Crimea and partitioning of Poland, the book captures the ambition, vision, and contradictions of two of history's most consequential rulers.As Enlightenment ideals clashed with autocratic rule, Russia expanded its borders, reshaped its identity, and asserted its influence in the era of revolutions and shifting alliances. Through internal turmoil, cultural transformation, and bold imperial ambition, this is the story of how Russia rose to claim its place among the great powers of Europe.Perfect for readers of history, geopolitics, and empire-building, The Rise of the Russian Empire is the second volume in the Russian Empire series.…