Lisa Owens
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Español
Formats
Description
En la primavera de 1940, la Alemania nazi lanzó un ataque masivo sobre Europa occidental. Sus fuerzas atravesaron Bélgica y otros países rápidamente, lo que obligó a los poderes Aliados a huir. Pronto los Aliados ya no tuvieron a dónde retirarse. En la ciudad portuaria francesa de Dunkerque, quedaron atrapados entre los nazis al este y el Océano Atlántico al oeste.
Entonces comenzó una evacuación masiva a través del Canal de la Mancha hacia...
Author
Publisher
The Dial Press
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"First there was Helen Fielding's Bridget Jones; then Allison Pearson's I Don't Know How She Does It; and now Lisa Owen's Not Working to capture the point of view of of a young generation trying not to have it all, but to figure out what it all means. Claire has just resigned from her job without a plan - she is pleased and anxious, but her family and friends don't seem to understand. Before too long she pushes away her safe, steady, brain surgeon...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Español
Description
Cuando comenzó la Segunda Guerra Mundial, muchos países no permitían que hubiera mujeres pilotos en el ejército. Sin embargo, a medida que avanzaba la guerra, estos países comenzaron a enfrentar una escasez de pilotos. Gran Bretaña, Estados Unidos y la Unión Soviética comenzaron a reclutar mujeres pilotos para apoyar el esfuerzo bélico.
Estas mujeres pilotos volaron cientos de aviones militares. A menudo se arriesgaban para servir a sus países....
Publisher
Greenwich Entertainment, Kino Lorber
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Sue works in a library; her son Daniel eats chips and listens to Metallica. When his father and stepmother cancel his summer plans to visit them in Florida at the last minute, Sue and Daniel suddenly face the prospect of six long weeks together. An epic war of wills ensues in the unassuming battleground of their suburban home as they each reckon with private tragedies, and pursue their passions." --
Author
Series
Publisher
Fodors Travel
Pub. Date
[2020-]
Language
English
Description
"Whether you want to soak in a hot spring, experience Reykjavik nightlife, or hike glaciers, the local Fodor's travel experts in Iceland are here to help! This guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This brand-new Iceland guide has been designed with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. An...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
World War II marked the first time women pilots were trained to fly military planes in the United States. Although most were not allowed to fly combat missions, they provided great service to the Allied forces. Learn about the brave women in the United States, Great Britain, and the Soviet Union who trained, flew, and fought for the Allies, blazing a path for women in the military.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Learn about the people and strategies behind the military campaign known as the "Miracle of Dunkirk." In 1940 Allied soldiers fled France as Nazi armies swept across the country. More than 300,000 soldiers escaped across the English Channel.