Judi Dench
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Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Language
English
Description
"From her first theatrical roles as a teenager in York to her scene-stealing performances as 'M' in the James Bond films, Dame Judi Dench's professional life has consisted of non-stop acting, leading to numerous accolades, including an Academy Award for her performance as Queen Elizabeth I in Shakespeare in Love. Behind the Scenes is a candid blend of reminiscences and photos, many of them never-before-seen from her personal collection. It's a uniquely...
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Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Language
English
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Description
"Part of the nonfiction Orca Wild series for middle readers, this book looks at the important role sea otters play in the ecosystem. Readers will learn about the history of sea otters, their recovery from near extinction and how to conserve the species for the future. Illustrated with photos by the photojournalist author."--
3) Belfast
Publisher
Focus Features
Language
English
Description
It was 1969, and in his mixed, working-class Ireland neighborhood, young Buddy (Jude Hill) at least knew no shortage of indulgent infection from his mom (Catriona Balfe) and grandparents (Judi Dench, Ciaran Hinds). However, the rising of the Troubles looked to splinter life in his community--and push his oft-absent dad (Jamie Dornan) into taking a stand.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Happy 90th birthday, to one of the world's most beloved icons of children's literature, Winnie-the-Pooh!
The adventures of Pooh and Piglet, Kanga and tiny Roo, Owl, Rabbit, and the ever doleful Eeyore are timeless treasures of childhood. In this beautiful edition of Winnie-the-Pooh, each of Ernest H. Shepard's beloved original illustrations has been meticulously hand painted. Bright in color and elegant in design, this lovely...
The adventures of Pooh and Piglet, Kanga and tiny Roo, Owl, Rabbit, and the ever doleful Eeyore are timeless treasures of childhood. In this beautiful edition of Winnie-the-Pooh, each of Ernest H. Shepard's beloved original illustrations has been meticulously hand painted. Bright in color and elegant in design, this lovely...
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Series
Language
English
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A fully revitalized edition of the 1928 classic sequel to Winnie the Pooh by A.A. Milne, with full-color versions of the original illustrations by E.H. Shepherd. The first book in the series featuring the beloved character Tigger!
Winnie the Pooh has enchanted readers of all ages for nearly one hundred years with its relatable, heartwarming adventures that follow the famously friendly and lovable teddy bear.
Now you can own the original 1928...
10) Chocolat
Publisher
Alliance Atlantis Communications
Language
English
Description
A single mother and her daughter move to rural France and open a chocolate shop just before Lent across the street from the local church in a rigidly moral community.
11) Casino Royale
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Language
English
Description
With two professional assassinations in quick succession, James Bond is quickly elevated to '00' status. Bond's first 007 mission takes him to Uganda where he is to spy on a terrorist, Mollaka. Not everything goes to plan and Bond decides to investigate, independently of MI6, in order to track down the rest of the terrorist cell. Following a lead to the Bahamas, he encounters Dimitrios and his girlfriend, Solange. He learns that Dimitrios is involved...
13) Skyfall
Language
English
Description
James Bond tries to retrieve a hard drive that falls into the hands of a cyberterrorist.
14) Victoria & Abdul
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Language
English
Description
The extraordinary true story of an unexpected friendship in the later years of Queen Victoria's remarkable rule. When Abdul Karim, a young clerk, travels from India to participate in the Queen's Golden Jubilee, he is surprised to find favor with the Queen herself. As the Queen questions the constrictions of her long-held position, the two forge an unlikely and devoted alliance with a loyalty to one another that her household and inner circle all attempt...
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Language
English
Description
A group of British retirees decide to outsource their retirement to a newly renovated hotel in Jaipur, India, that is being marketed as a retirement residence, but when they arrive, they find it to be in less luxurious condition than they had imagined, although they are soon charmed and transformed by their shared experiences.