The thrills and tragedies of everyday living come into focus in realistic fiction. These stories take on the issues that matter to everyone- from relationships with family and friends to struggles against discrimination and illness. Whether it is comic or tragic, reliastic fiction sends characters through many challenges, and readers learn something about life as the story pulls them along.
Added by: KundAlini | Karma: 1594.10 | Fiction literature | 29 January 2011
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Stern Men by Elizabeth Gilbert
By Elizabeth Gilbert
In 2000, Elizabeth Gilbert's Stern Men debuted to phenomenal critical attention. Now, a new edition of Gilberts wise and charming novel for the millions of readers who devoured Eat, Pray, Love and remain hungry for more.
Raskolnikov, a destitute and desperate former student, wanders through the slums of St Petersburg and commits a random murder without remorse or regret. He imagines himself to be a great man, a Napoleon: acting for a higher purpose beyond conventional moral law. But as he embarks on a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a suspicious police investigator, Raskolnikov is pursued by the growing voice of his conscience and finds the noose of his own guilt tightening around his neck. Only Sonya, a downtrodden prostitute, can offer the chance of redemption.
Favorite Asian Folk Tales (Level 1 Audio CD NO BOOK) Lavender Classic Readers Series
Lavender Books brings four of Asia's favoritefolk tales to its line of Lavender Classic Readers. English language learners of all ages will enjoy developing their vocabulary and reading fluency as they read these charming stories that feature an array of characters both human and animal. Students and teachers alike will enjoy discovering that the life lessons presented in each tale remain relevant to modern life in all cultures.
Grimm's Fairy Tales (Level 1 Audio CD NO BOOK)Compass Classic Readers
The Brothers Grimm's beloved tales of magical wonderment are part of the Classic Readers series. English language learners of all ages will enjoy developing their vocabulary and reading fluency as they read these timeless tales of sweet Little Red Riding Hood, beautiful Snow White, enchanting Rapunzel, and the persevering Bearskin. Students and teachers alike will be touched by these clever adaptations of the delightful Brothers Grimm.
