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41) Oliver Twist
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A graphic novel version of the classic, set in Victorian England, in which a poor orphan is forced into the workhouse at age eight and runs away to become a thief and has a series of misadventures before discovering his true identity.
43) Treasure Island
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Pub. Date
2006.
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Description
The story begins with the death of an old sailor and the discovery of a secret treasure map. Young Jack Hawkins sets out on the biggest adventure of his life. Will he live to tell the tale?
44) Dracula
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Pub. Date
2007
Description
"One of the greatest horror stories of all time is vividly and faithfully retold in graphic novel format."--p.4 of cover.
45) Gothic classics
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Graphic classics volume 14
Pub. Date
[2007]
Description
A collection of five classic tales involving ghosts, vampires, haunted castles, and forbidden love presented in an illustrated format by prominent artists working in the fields of comics, book illustration, and fine arts.
47) Kidnapped
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A world-famous classic novel is the basis for this brand-new, dramatically illustrated book. Transformed from Robert Louis StevensonU+2019s original text into a graphic novel, this, like other Graphic Classics editions, makes a good introduction for young readers to the imaginative riches of literature. These books contain many extra features, including brief biographies of their authors, a list of each authorU+2019s important works, a glossary, and...
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Pub. Date
2007
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A retelling, in graphic novel format, of The man in the iron mask, featuring Athos, Aramis, Porthos, and DArtagnan, from The Three Musketeers, in their later years. They become involved in a dangerous, top-secret plot, and find themselves fighting for their lives against seemingly impossible odds. Includes brief biographical information about Alexandre Dumas and historical information to put the story in context.
49) Mark Twain
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Pub. Date
2007
Description
Contains graphic novel adaptations of seven stories by Mark Twain, including "Tom Sawyer Abroad," "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," "A Dog's Tale," "The Facts Concerning the Recent Carnival of Crime in Connecticut," "A Curious Pleasure Excursion," "Is He Living or is He Dead?," and "The Mysterious Stanger;" and includes portions of "Advice to Little Girls" accompanied by illustrations.
50) Moby Dick
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Pub. Date
2007.
Description
Ishmael's dream of adventure on a whaling ship becomes a nightmare as the voyage turns into a struggle for survival. Captain Ahab, maimed by a monster whale, is obsessed with revenge. As the crew discovers, he is willing to risk everything to destroy the whale.
51) Robin Hood
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Pub. Date
19--?
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
King Richard is away, and Prince John has stolen his throne! Prince John has set high taxes on the people of Sherwood Forest and many cannot pay. But they have a hero among them who steals from the rich to help the poor. Will Robin Hood and his merry men save the kingdom for King Richard? Find out in this stunning graphic novel adaptation of Howard Pyle's classic by Joe Dunn Creator biographies and a glossary help reluctant readers take the first...
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Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A family from Switzerland is shipwrecked on a deserted island. They discover that the island is filled with plants and animals they've never seen before. Unfortunately, not all of the creatures are friendly. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded introduction, bolded glossary words and dynamic new covers.
58) Jane Eyre
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Pub. Date
2009
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A graphic novel adaption of Charlotte Bronte's tale of Jane Eyre who has a miserable childhood. But when she gets a job as governess at Thornfield Hall she finds a secret that could destroy all her dreams of happiness. Includes information about the Brontë family.
60) The odyssey
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Pub. Date
2009.
Description
The ancient Greek hero Odysseus fought for nine long years in the terrible siege of Troy. Now, all he wants is to go home to his wife and son. But the voyage is long and perilous, and the god of the sea is his enemy. Will he ever see his home and family again? A graphic novel version of Homer's work.