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An old castle with a black tower has a dangerous secret - accidents happen there, animals and people die. One day, Claire goes to the castle. She wants to know its secret. 4,514 words. British English.
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Why has a mysterious stranger come to the island? Why is he looking at Eagle’s Rock? Costas wants to be the first person to climb the dangerous rock. But will the stranger climb it first? 8,624 words. British English.
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Classics, modern fiction, non-fiction and more. Written for secondary and adult students the Oxford Bookworms Library has seven reading levels from A1-C1 of the CEFR. There has been a ghost in the house for three hundred years, and Lord Canterville's family have had enough of it. So Lord Canterville sells his grand old house to an American family. Mr Hiram B. Otis is happy to buy the house and the ghost - because of course Americans don't believe in ghosts. The Canterville ghost has great plans to frighten the life out of the Otis family. But Americans don't frighten easily - especially not two noisy little boys - and the poor ghost has a few surprises waiting for him. Retold by John Escott.
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The Macmillan Graded Readers series is one of the most popular simplified readers for learners of English. The series is published at six levels - Starter, Beginner, Elementary, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate and Upper Intermediate. The information, structure and vocabulary are controlled at each level to suit the students' ability. The Macmillan Readers provide a choice of enjoyable reading materials for learners of English from a range of prestigious authors from around the world. Retold by John Escott.
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When British Prime Minister Adam Lang's ghost writer, Mike McAra, dies in mysterious circumstances, a new writer is brought in to write Lang's biography. But it soon becomes clear that Lang and his wife Ruth are a much more complicated couple than they first seem. The Ghost is a powerful commentary on the policies employed by the British government on 'The War on Terror' during the Tony Blair years. Retold by John Escott.
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The year is 1717. It is a bad time to be the captain of a ship in the Caribbean because of pirates. The most frightening pirate on the sea is Edward Teach, or 'Blackbeard'. This is his story... Retold by John Escott.
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Follow the little ghost through the mazes of this spooky Halloween finger maze book. there are seven scenes for children to explore by using their fingertips to trace along the grooves on the book pages. The illustrated pages are full of charming little Halloween characters to spit in the Ghost Town, the Count's Castle, the Witches' Wood, and more. At the end of every trail is a hold the ghost goes through to start the next exciting maze adventure.
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A story of love and war follows the popular but selfish Scarlett O'Hara, gentlemanly Ashley Wilkes, and dangerous but charming Rhett Butler as their world is destroyed in the American Civil War. 15,804 words. American English. Retold by John Escott.
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Heidi lives with her grandfather in the mountains of Switzerland. One day, Heidi's aunt takes her to Clara's home in Frankfurt. Heidi likes her new friend, but can she go back home to the mountains? British English. Retold by John Escott.
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Classics, modern fiction, non-fiction and more. Written for secondary and adult students the Oxford Bookworms Library has seven reading levels from A1-C1 of the CEFR. Suddenly, there was a high voice screaming in the darkness: "Pieces of eight! Pieces of eight! Pieces of eight!" It was Long John Silver's parrot, Captain Flint! I turned to run... ' But young Jim Hawkins does not escape from the pirates this time. Will he and his friends find the treasure before the pirates do? Will they escape from the island, and sail back to England with a ship full of gold? Retold by John Escott.
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Chief Inspector Wexford had been sure that the murder of an old lady was carried out by her employee, Herbert Painter, and the courts had agreed with him. But then Henry Archery, whose son is engaged to marry Painter's daughter, starts questioning the case... Retold by John Escott.
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You've seen the movie, now read the book! Ram Mohammad Thomas answers 14 questions correctly in a TV quiz and wins a billion rupees, but how does he know the answers? Slumdog Millionaire takes us through the major events of Ram's life, from his battle for survival on the streets of Mumbai and Delhi to his final act of love and revenge - and the amazing good fortune it brings! Retold by John Escott.
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Bond is sent to investigate a dangerous diamond smuggling gang which is run by the American mafia. The story begins in Africa, moves to London, and ends in Las Vegas. There Bond and the beautiful Tiffany Case must escape the fury of the gang's leaders, the evil Spang brothers. Recommended for older readers. Retold by John Escott.
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The first book in a hilarious and exciting new series, from the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize! John Drawbridge has moved to Widemoat Castle to learn to become a knight. And there is a LOT to learn. . . How to charge with a lance on horseback without falling off. Why the spiral staircases always go up in a clockwise direction. How to defend the castle against invading parties. Why the plates served at banquets are made of stale bread (and why you shouldn’t eat them…). And much, MUCH more. So it’s no wonder that John decides to keep a diary (even if it is only an imaginary one…) of his time at the castle. Things REALLY liven up when the castle is attacked by an invading Welsh party – but can John foil their plot before it’s too late…? Perfect for fans of Horrible Histories, filled with amazing facts and historical trivia, with an exciting story and brilliant illustrations, you won’t be able to put this SECRET DIARY down!
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A romantic adventure story set in south-west England in the 1600s. John Ridd swears revenge upon the evil Carver Doone who murdered his father. But who is the beautiful young girl he meets in Doone Valley? Retold by John Escott.
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Pete and Carla look at some old coins and stamps in a shop, but they are very expensive. Later, some coins are missing from the shop, and the shopkeeper wants to find Pete! 1,711 words. British English.