show more | hide... Tolkien in Foreign Language Editions Note: these books are special orders, so they will take longer to ship than other products.
When J.R.R. Tolkien penned The Hobbit, which was published in 1937, he couldn't have known that he was beginning one of the most famous and beloved story cycles the world has ever known.
Its initial popularity prompted his publisher to ask for a sequel and Tolkien started writing The Lord of the Rings, which turned out to be a huge opus requiring twelve years for completion - and history was in the making. By the time of Tolkien's death in 1973 The Lord of the Rings had a huge word-of-mouth cult following, with many popular editions, and was part of the cultural background for youth and adults of all ages. Peter Jackson's movie Ring cycle of the Tolkien series has made history again (and is in its own way an achievement in cinema much like Tolkien's in literature, but that is another story) - and has brought Tolkien's writings into a prominence that is perhaps at its peak. Happily, this means that the many foreign editions of Tolkien will probably remain in print for some time, and more may be brought to the fore.
show more | hide... Le Petit Prince in the original French Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Note: these books are special orders, so they will take longer to ship than other products.
Equally loved by children and adults alike, The Little Prince is one of the most translated books on the planet - which is fortunate, as we are able to offer here editions in many languages for your (or your child's) enjoyment!
With wonderful and whimsical illustrations by the author, this delightful tale straddles a world between adulthood and childhood, philosophy and fantasy, satire and fable, and reminds one not of great children's authors of the past, but of more unclassifiable writers like Carroll, Milne, and Tolkien, who seem to be writing as much for older as younger readers, and whose writings can be enjoyed on many levels. Written in 1943 by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, who disappeared shortly after in WWII during a flying mission for the Allies in Northern Africa, it became an instant cult classic and has remained so ever since. Enjoy The Little Prince in the language of your choice, and check regularly, as we will be adding new versions as they become available.
show more | hide... Tintin in French
We now carry the original 22 titles of Tintin by Herge in the original French. Follow Tintin and his dog, Snowy, as they ski through the Himalayas, visit opium dens in Hong Kong, explore ancient Aztec temples, and more.
Captain Haddock and the blundering Mr. Dupont and the equally blundering Mr. Dupond join Tintin in these exciting detective adventures. The colorful illustrations in these comic-book-style adventures help you learn French as you read, and they are fun to look at, too! For kids and adults. Hardback. Shipping weight 2 lbs. each.
$34.95 each, large hardbacks $675 for the entire set, large hardbacks (22 titles) - a savings of $93! $475 for the entire set, small hardbacks (22 titles) More information and pricing for Tintin...
Sea Monsters in French
show more | hide... Sea Monsters
Sea Monsters is the new children’s song by Brian Sorensen that kids love to listen to and sing along to. Sea Monsters is a delightful rhyme about some of the real life monsters that live in the ocean and imagining what else can be down there that we can’t see, or that we haven’t discovered yet... in Japanese and English $2.95
Sea Monsters is the new children’s song by Brian Sorensen that kids love to listen to and sing along to. Sea Monsters is a delightful rhyme about some of the real life monsters that live in the ocean and imagining what else can be down there that we can’t see, or that we haven’t discovered yet. The imagination of what that could be is the inspiration for the song and story. Sea Monsters is a great learning tool that’s fun to play and helps familiarize kids to different languages of your choice.
in Japanese and English $2.95
The Twilight Series, in French
show more | hide... Fascination (Twilight in French) by Stephenie Meyer
Bella Swan's move to Forks, a small, perpetually rainy town in Washington, could have been the most boring move she ever made. But once she meets the mysterious and alluring Edward Cullen, Bella's life takes a thrilling and terrifying turn.
Up until now, Edward has managed to keep his vampire identity a secret in the small community he lives in, but now nobody is safe, especially Bella, the person Edward holds most dear. Deeply romantic and extraordinarily suspenseful, Twilight captures the struggle between defying our instincts and satisfying our desires. This is a love story with bite.
in Japanese and English $2.95
The Twilight Series, in French
show more | hide... Revelation (Breaking Dawn in French) by Stephenie Meyer
To be irrevocably in love with a vampire is both fantasy and nightmare woven into a dangerously heightened reality for Bella Swan. Pulled in one direction by her intense passion for Edward Cullen, and in another by her profound connection to werewolf Jacob Black, she has endured a tumultuous year of temptation, loss and strife to reach the ultimate turning point.
Her imminent choice to either join the dark but seductive world of immortals or pursue a fully human life has become the thread from which the fate of two tribes hangs. Now that Bella has made her decision, a startling chain of unprecedented events is about to unfold with potentially devastating and unfathomable consequences. Just when the frayed strands of Bella's life - first discovered in Twilight, then scattered and torn in New Moon and Eclipse - seem ready to heal and knit together, could they be destroyed. . .forever?
$34.95
show more | hide... The Twisted Doors (Les Portes Tordues) by Dr. Kathie Dior The Scariest Way in the World to Learn and Listen to French!
Whoever heard of of curling up on a nice, soft, warm couch to actually enjoy learning French? The first chapters are a warm-up, but you must learn them well or else! Then, hang on tight to your pillow, for this will be the scariest way in the world to learn a language!
The Twisted Doors is a bilingual French-English illustrated mystery and grammar combined with an accompanying audio CD. Just read along and listen to the captivating mystery and improve or perfect your comprehension of spoken French! Suitable for beginners, intermediates, self-learners, it offers educational material as taught at Purdue University's Gifted Education Resource Institute, was among the top 10 French resources picked by Laura K. Lawless for About.com, and received an AATF's editor rating of 5 Fleurs de lis. Each edition includes 46 chapters, 165 pages, 2-sided printing on 8½ X 10¾ high-quality paper, 37 victorian-like ink illustrations, and an audio CD with 46 tracks compatible with PC CD-ROMs, Mac CD-ROMs, car, portable, and home stereos. A package of 10 is also available for schools and teachers.
show more | hide... Let's Learn French Picture Dictionary
Created by leading educators, these colorful, large-size dictionaries introduce beginning language learners to more than 1,550 commonly taught basic words. Each Let's Learn Language Picture Dictionary in the series boasts 30 delightful two-page spreads that vividly illustrate the meanings of words.
Fun-filled panoramas focus on scenes familiar to children aged three through eight, such as home life, the classroom, city life, sports, the zoo, and even outer space! Learners will love to revisit these detailed depictions of people, places, actions, and objects, each time improving their recall. Featured words are set off with individual illustrations and definitions to help learners at various levels build vocabulary. Includes an index and glossary of all the individually illustrated words. An ideal selection of first word books for parents and teachers who want to encourage second language acquisition.
$29.95
show more | hide... Where The Wild Things Are (in French) Maurice Sendak
In the forty years since Max first cried "Let the wild rumpus start," Maurice Sendak's classic picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children's books of all time.
Now, in celebration of this special anniversary, introduce a new generation to Max's imaginative journey where a naughty little boy, sent to bed without his supper, sails to the land of the wild things and becomes their king. Paperback.
$24.95
show more | hide... Circus Book Takao Yoguchi
What at first appears a typical children’s book, soon springs to life with use of the book’s magic film. Simply place the included film on top of the illustrations and make circular movements to reveal cleverly animated figures in an exciting three-ring circus.
With over 10 moving pictures and a simple story told in four languages (English, German, French, and Italian), this Circus book will delight children of all ages. Created by Takao Yoguchi in 2005.
$29.95
show more | hide... Le Chat Chapeaute
(The Cat in the Hat) Dr. Seuss
Dr. Seuss's most famous children's book is now in a bilingual edition! The Cat in the Hat came to play one rainy, nothing-to-do-afternoon. His hilarious antics are presented here in French. Ages 4-8. 72 pages.
$27.95
show more | hide... Green Eggs and Ham in French
When parents, teachers and young readers need a beginner book, they turn to Dr. Seuss more than any other author. His titles are timeless favorites that transcend countries, generations and languages.
So what better book to help a youngster learn to read an edition of his widely popular Green Eggs and Ham? Combining Dr. Seuss' original illustrations with an all new translation, this is a true-to-the-author presentation of the slyly engaging story that has delighted readers since it was first published in 1960.
