James Cosmo
Author
Language
English
Description
The Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis has become one of the most globally beloved franchises in history. And yet, there are mysteries about the author and these seven stories that have fascinated scholars and fans for nearly half a century. Enter Michael Ward who takes us inside the pages of Lewis's masterpieces and discovers a "secret imaginative key" - THE NARNIA CODE. Like a detective embroiled in an elusive chase, Ward takes us on an illuminating...
Author
Language
English
Description
Following his death, Constable John Gray's loyal terrier Bobby is entrusted to Ewan, a shy young man whom Gray had taken under his wing. Despite their friendship, Bobby refuses to leave his master's side, sleeping on his grave in Greyfriar's churchyard night after night. However, when a new dog licensing law put's Bobby's life in danger, Ewan must overcome his shyness and embark on a fight to save him, one that will lead Ewan all the way to the Lord...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"When 15-year-old Wulliam's father is possessed by a dark spirit, Wull must care for him and take on his family's mantle of Riverkeep, tending the Danek. Wull finds out there is a cure for his father's illness, and embarks on an epic journey to kill the great sea-dwelling beast known as the mormorach." --
Series
Publisher
Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Language
English
Description
Lucy Pevenise, along with her older brothers Edmund and Peter, and her older sister, Susan, are in London during the initial bombing raids of WW II. Like many families, their parents decide to send them to the country for safer keeping. Peter, the oldest, is told to watch over the children and make sure they stay safe. This simple request will test Peter's ability to protect his siblings, especially after Lucy discovers an amazing secret. The children...
Publisher
Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Language
English
Formats
Description
Lucy Pevenise, along with her older brothers Edmund and Peter, and her older sister, Susan, are in London during the initial bombing raids of WW II. Like many families, their parents decide to send them to the country for safer keeping. Peter, the oldest, is told to watch over the children and make sure they stay safe. This simple request will test Peter's ability to protect his siblings, especially after Lucy discovers an amazing secret. The children...
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Formats
Description
First there was an opportunity; then there was a betrayal. Twenty years have gone by. Much has changed but just as much remains the same. Mark Renton returns to the only place he can ever call home. They are waiting for him: Spud, Sick Boy, and Begbie. Other old friends are waiting too: sorrow, loss, joy, vengeance, hatred, friendship, love, longing, fear, regret, diamorphine, self-destruction and mortal danger, they are all lined up to welcome him,...
Publisher
Music Box Films
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Howard is a widowed sailor living alone on the coast of Ireland. His daughter, Grace, hires Annie, a lovely older woman to help around the house. Initially resistant to this support, Howard is soon charmed by Annie's gentle care, and the two fall in love. This new romance illuminates the hurt within Howard's relationship with Grace, tearing at Howard and Annie's seaside love story"--
10) Half light
Publisher
First Look Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
Mystery writer Rachel Carson's life is shattered when her 5-year-old son accidentally drowns. Her best friend rents a secluded cottage so that Rachel and rest, but Rachel ends up being caught in a murder mystery that rocks the town and her nerves.
Publisher
Warner Home Video/HBO
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
The complete third season of the HBO medieval fantasy drama based on the best-selling novel series 'A Song of Ice and Fire' by George R.R. Martin. The programme follows the battle between the Starks and the other noble families of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros to gain control of the Iron Throne. The Lannisters barely hold on to the throne after a savage naval onslaught from Stannis Baratheon, while strirings in the north threaten to alter the overall...
Publisher
Magnolia Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Set in Viking Britain in 871 AD, a young Viking warrior, Steinar, is sent by his father, the king, on a quest to find his estranged brother, who was banished from the kingdom many years before. Steinar's epic journey across terrifyingly hostile territory gradually sees him emerge as the man his father wants him to be, the ruthless and unforgiving successor to his throne.
13) The seeker
Publisher
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
During Christmas break from school, a seemingly typical teenager discovers that he is anything but ordinary. As the seventh son of a seventh son, Will Stanton is The Seeker - a chosen warrior destined to restore the delicate earthly balance between Light and Dark. Guided by ancient protectors of the Light, young Will must travel through time to gather the hidden signs that hold the ultimate power to protect the world.
14) Orde Wingate
Publisher
Koch Vision
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
The story of the military career of Orde Wingate, one of the most controversial and unorthodox Allied commanders of World War II. The guerrilla tactics he developed while in Palestine helped prepare the future leaders of the Israeli Defense Forces.
16) The glass man
Publisher
Indican Pictures
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"Martin owes the wrong people money. He agrees to be an accomplice to a loan shark for one night. What he must do will leave him shattered beyond repair." --
17) The kindred
Publisher
Vertical
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"When a woman who suffers from amnesia puts together events which led to her father's death, she is haunted by the ghosts of the children she begins to suspect were responsible for murdering him."--
Publisher
[Publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"Justin lives in a kingdom where bureaucrats rule and knights have been ousted. His dream is to become one of the Knights of Valor, like his grandfather was, but his father Reginald, the chief counsel to the Queen, wants his son to follow in his footsteps and become a lawyer. After an inspiring visit to his beloved Grandmother and bidding farewell to his supposed lady-love Lara, Justin leaves home and embarks on a quest to become a knight." --
20) Whisky galore!
Publisher
Arrow Films
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Scottish islanders try to plunder cases of whisky from a stranded ship." --