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"Eleven-year-old Nico Krispis never told a lie. When the Nazi’s invade his home in Salonika, Greece, the trustworthy boy is discovered by a German officer, who offers him a chance to save his family. All Nico has to do is convince his fellow Jewish residents to board trains heading to 'new homes' where they are promised jobs and safety. Unaware that this is all a cruel ruse, the innocent boy goes to the station platform every day and reassures the...
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Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
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Join the celebration, sing and dance, and discover how it all began! Ten years after Mamma Mia! the movie premiered, you're invited back to the Greek island of Kalokairi in an all-new musical sequel based on the songs of ABBA. Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) is now pregnant, and like her mother Donna (Meryl Streep), she'll need to take risks. The film's original cast returns, with new additions including Lily James as a young Donna, Andy Garcia and Oscar-winner...
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Grosset & Dunlap
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Athens, Greece, is best known for the Parthenon, the ruins of an ancient temple completed in 438 BC to honor the goddess Athena. But what many people don't know is that it only served as a temple for a couple hundred years. It then became a church, then a mosque, and by the end of the 1600s served as a storehouse for munitions. When an enemy army fired hundreds of cannon balls at the Acropolis, one directly hit the Parthenon. Much of the sculpture...
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Last apprentice volume 6
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 10
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English
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As the Spook's apprentice, Tom Ward must protect the country from the creatures of the dark. But now a dangerous ancient witch, Ordeen is about to rise. If Tom joins the army Tom's mother has mustered to confront Ordeen, the Spook will abandon him as his apprentice. What sacrifices will be made for the battle against the dark?
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Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub. Date
[2022]
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English
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"Our recently updated guide brings Greece to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed information on all the must-see sights, inspiring photography and our and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the county's iconic buildings and neighborhoods." -- From Amazon.com summary.
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Stewart, Tabori & Chang
Pub. Date
1997
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English
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This book opens with a brief but complete history of Hellas, from its origins through the Roman conquest, and concludes with an archaeological tour through the regions of Greece, Asia Minor, and Magna Graecia, visiting all the most significant monuments.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 10.9 - AR Pts: 3
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English
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Passions unleashed cause much wooing and confusion in the magical woods of Athens. Whether real or induced by magical potions seems to mak little difference, showing that love is far from rational, though those afflicted might feel otherwise. A Midsummer night's dream is a delightful comedy that offers something for everyone. The intertwined love constellations include Hermia and Lysander, who having decided to elope, steal away into the forest. Demetrius,...
9) Athens
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Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub. Date
[2022]
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English
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"An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Athens, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map - all designed to help you see the very best of Athens. Wander through the ruins of the ancient Agora, admire the cultural carvings at the Museum of Cycladic Art, marvel at the Roman Forum and Tower of the Winds, or take a stroll in the city's markets. From the Top 10 churches to the Top 10 restaurants - discover...
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Fodor's Travel
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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"Whether you want to explore the Acropolis of Athens, watch the sunset in Santorini, or party in Mykonos, the local Fodor's travel experts in Greece are here to help! Fodor's Essential Greece: with the Best of the Islands guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read...
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English
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"From New York Timesbestselling author Anthony Horowitz comes a new novel featuring ex-editor hero Susan Ryeland, set to solve another murder mystery. Farlingaye Hall is a beautiful hotel in Suffolk on the east coast of England. Unfortunately, it is also the site of the brutal murder of Frank Parris, a retired advertising executive. Stefan Codrescu, a Romanian maintenance man, is arrested after police discover blood spatter on his clothes...
13) Crete
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Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
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Home to the ancient Minoan ruins of Knossos, the largest of Greece's islands also offers abundant other attractions - think charming towns, stunning resorts and palm-shaded beaches. Make the most of your trip to this enchanting island with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Crete has to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light...
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Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Which innovative ideas and inventions began with the ancient Greeks? Find out how the ancient Greeks organized their society, trained their soldiers, used their ships for trade and transportation, and built their temples. Discover how their brilliant developments in architecture, politics, art, medicine, theater, and sports still influence the way we live today"--
19) One of the girls
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Publisher
Putnam Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
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The latest twisty psychological thriller from internationally-bestselling author Lucy Clarke, One of the Girls is the delicious story of a bachelorette trip on a stunning Greek island... that ends in murder. It was supposed to be the perfect weekend away. Six very different women travel to a sun-soaked Greek island for a bachelorette trip, to celebrate Lexi's upcoming wedding. From the glorious ocean views to the quaint tavernas and whitewashed streets,...
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Viking, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 3
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English
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"A snappy, informative travel guide for the time traveler complete with humorous maps, reviews of places to stay, and top attractions and tips on who to have lunch with"--
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