Books with author Lee Wilson

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About the Book Satire is a genre of literature where vices, follies, abuses, and shortcomings in humans and their institutions are held up to ridicule with the intent of shaming individuals, corporations, government, or society itself into reform. While satire is generally meant to be humorous, its greater purpose is generally constructive social criticism. About us Leopold Classic Library has the goal of making available to readers the classic books that have been out of print for decades. While these books may have occasional imperfections, we consider that only hand checking of every page ensures readable content without poor picture quality, blurred or missing text etc. That's why we: republish only hand checked books; that are high quality; enabling readers to see classic books in original formats; that are unlikely to have missing or blurred pages. You can search "Leopold Classic Library" in categories of your interest to find other books in our extensive collection. Happy reading!

Asa is the daughter of a Viking chief whose clan is struggling to survive a never-ending winter. All the able-bodied men head to sea in search of food, leaving behind the children, the elderly, the sick—and Jorgen the skald, the wise man who will stop at nothing to take over the clan. When Asa learns the skald wants to kill and eat her beloved horse, she runs away. But then she meets a strange woman who talks to her two pet ravens, and who warns Asa she’ll have to make a great sacrifice to save her clan. Now Asa must face the biggest challenge of her life in this eerie, absorbing adventure tale.

Asa is the daughter of a Viking chief whose clan is struggling to survive a never-ending winter. All the able-bodied men head to sea in search of food, leaving behind the children, the elderly, the sick—and Jorgen the skald, the wise man who will stop at nothing to take over the clan. When Asa learns the skald wants to kill and eat her beloved horse, she runs away. But then she meets a strange woman who talks to her two pet ravens, and who warns Asa she’ll have to make a great sacrifice to save her clan. Now Asa must face the biggest challenge of her life in this eerie, absorbing adventure tale.

Being separated from a parent can be saddening, but My Happy Day shows kids that there’s no need to be sad when you know another visit is coming! Read this lyrical story together to enjoy all the good things about having a parent visit you that make it a “Happy Day.” With colorful illustrations and a message that will have parents and children alike beaming with joy, My Happy Day is a great book that teaches children about separation in a new and refreshing way.

Can the railroad that is uniting America bridge the gap between two boys from different backgrounds?Shortly after the Civil War, Malachy laces on his father’s boots and travels to the American West to work on the transcontinental railroad that will unite the country. In addition to the challenge of the physically grueling work, Malachy also has to adjust to working with Chinese men and boys, whom he views with suspicion and contempt. Despite everything, Malachy gets by with his love for his fierce new dog, Brina, and Blind Thomas, the most hardworking and loyal railroad horse around.But after a Chinese boy is blamed for stealing a bag of coins, Malachy begins to reconsider his prejudices—because Malachy is the real thief, and his conscience is uneasy. He begins to notice the many ways in which the Chinese workers are mistreated. And when real danger threatens, Malachy needs to find the courage to step up and do what’s right.Diane Lee Wilson’s atmospheric writing vividly depicts the western landscape of America in the 1860s, bringing readers alongside Malachy—and his beloved horse and dog—as he navigates a bumpy moral terrain, and discovers a friendship he never knew was possible.

Germs are everywhere, some can make you sick and others are harmless. Knowing what germs cause serious illness and how to avoid coming into contact with them or spreading them around is critical to staying healthy.Colds, flu, and stomach bugs are rarely severe enough to cause an emergency. But sometimes, for certain people, colds, flu, and stomach viruses can be very serious. Do you know how to tell when a mild illness becomes severe enough to cause an emergency? Would your child know what do to if someone in their home became severely ill? Join the germ squad--Germaine the Flu germ, Ryan the Rhinovirus germ, and Nora the Norovirus germ--as they explain the signs and symptoms of colds, flu, and stomach bugs and when they are severe enough to cause an emergency.The Germ Squad will tell you which groups of people are most susceptible to an illness becoming severe and what symptoms to look for. The Germ Squad will also help you learn how germs are spread and what to do to prevent spreading germs and getting sick.As an EMT and firefighter, I've seen plenty of cases of colds, flu, and stomach bugs in all ages. I've also witnessed first-hand how even young children can grasp the seriousness of a medical emergency and act bravely by getting help. This book will help empower you and your child to be someone's hero by learning when to recognize a medical emergency and how to get help.Reaching out today to inspire the world's first responders of tomorrow.