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Martin Luther King Jr.

Saddleback Educational Publishing (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602915909

In graphic-novel format, this brief biography of Martin Luther King Jr. discusses his childhood, his protests and marches, and his "I Have a Dream" speech.

The Tempest

William Shakespeare (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911833

Prospero, the rightful Duke of Milan, and his daughter, Miranda, were put out to sea in nothing more than a raft but were miraculously spared, arriving safely on an enchanted island. Using the island's magic, which the sorcerer Prospero has learned to control over many years, he conjures up a storm that envelopes a nearby ship containing his enemies. Each separate group of survivors is manipulated by Prospero. Will his marooned rivals apologize for their mistakes?

As You Like It

William Shakespeare (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911765

Orlando makes his way to the court of Duke Frederick, and falls desperately in love with the Duke's niece, Rosalind. Meanwhile, in the Forest of Arden, the Old Duke is living peacefully after having his throne usurped by his brother, Frederick. Orlando learns about a threat on his life and flees to the forest. Shortly thereafter, Rosalind is banished by her uncle and also seeks safety there disguised as a boy. Will the Old Duke recognize his daughter? Will the lovers be reunited?

Othello

William Shakespeare (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911819

A beautiful love story turns to tragedy when jealousy takes root. The powerful general, Othello, finds himself hurting the one person he loves most in the world, his wife, Desdemona, when he misplaces his trust in Iago. Treacherous and vindictive, Iago is enraged at being passed over for a promotion and plots his revenge against Othello setting off a chain of events that ends in the ultimate sacrifice.

The Merchant of Venice

William Shakespeare (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911802

Although Bassanio owes his friend Antonio a great deal of money, he must borrow more to make a good impression when he courts his true love, Portia. However, Antonio is short of cash and must borrow from the lender, Shylock. More problems arise when Antonio's ships are wrecked, leaving him penniless when Shylock's loan is due. Bassanio must now find a way to save his friend's life, but help is on the way from an unexpected source!

The Mutiny on Board H.M.S. Bounty

William Bligh (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911628

Sail the seas in good weather and bad on the ship H.M.S. Bounty. Flounder in a hurricane as you try to round Cape Horn. Sail to the South Seas the long way, around the Cape of Good Hope and through the Indian Ocean. Enjoy the idyllic island life and decide for yourself if the men on the Bounty should have mutinied against Captain Bligh. Find out what happened when the Captain and his men were put off the Bounty in a small rowboat with little food or water. Did they make it?

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Robert Louis Stevenson (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911468

Dr. Jekyll's studies of transcendental medicine lead him to a fascinating discovery. He develops a magic potion that can split his dual nature into two separate identities- one good and one evil. As the evil Hyde, Jekyll is able to live out his wicked fantasies without shame or remorse. His experiments soon turn into a nightmare when Jekyll no longer has control over the transformations.

The Tempest

William Shakespeare (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602918443

Prospero uses magic to raise a tempest at sea and wreck the ship of his enemies. What will he do when the survivors come ashore? Will he exact revenge? Or will he need all his magical powers to match his daughter with the love of her life?

The Great Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911499

Read two of the most intriguing mystery stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. In "The Adventure of the Speckled Band" the sharp-eyed Holmes, along with his friend, Dr. Watson, is able to save the life of a young woman fated by an evil stepfather to meet a horrifying death. "The Boscombe Valley Mystery" is even more difficult to solve, but Sherlock Holmes comes to the rescue again and saves an innocent young man from a fate he does not deserve.

Treasure Island

Robert Louis Stevenson (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911734

This masterfully written story of buried treasure, piracy, and swashbuckling on the high seas is an unforgettable adventure, filled with excitement for all ages. It begins in merry ol' England and entwines its way with intrigue and adventure to an exciting climax on an exotic tropical island.

The Prince and the Pauper

Samuel Clemens (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911642

Two boys- one a prince, the other a pauper- look so much alike that no one can tell them apart! Join them in the days of old England, as they switch places- the prince becoming a pauper and the pauper a prince.

Twelfth Night

William Shakespeare (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911840

Shipwrecked Viola disguises herself as a boy and enters the service of Duke Orsino and falls in love with him. Orsino sends his servant, Cesario (Viola in disguise) to woo the Countess Olivia on his behalf. Olivia cannot love Orsino, but promptly falls in love with his servant, Cesario (Viola). Viola's shipwrecked twin brother, Sebastian, arrives on the scene creating chaos as it now appears that Cesario can be in two places at once. Will all the confusion end to everyone's satisfaction?

A Tale of Two Cities

Charles Dickens (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911697

Journey between London and Paris during that perilous time known as the French Revolution. This is a story of two men that look alike - one in danger of being beheaded by the guillotine, and the other a hero who sacrifices his own life for his friend. The French Revolution has been called The Reign of Terror, and you will feel the terror in your own bones as you read!

The War of the Worlds

H.G. Wells (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911758

Do UFO's really exist? Could creatures from another planet visit Earth? In The War of the Worlds they do exist and the visitors from the planet Mars come to Earth with not so friendly intentions- to destroy our civilizations! Can humans stop these monstrous invaders before they destroy everything and everyone on Earth?

Romeo and Juliet

William Shakespeare (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911666

Romeo and Juliet has become Shakespeare's well-known love story. See how true love can blossom, even in an unfriendly setting of hatred and feuding. Read along and find out how their innocence enables them to overlook the fighting between their families. Romeo and Juliet are betrayed by the very families they care about, forcing them to take their lives instead of being separated. Through the pain of losing their children, the families realize how trivial their differences really were.

Julius Caesar

William Shakespeare (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911772

A triumphant Caesar enters Rome after defeating the sons of his old enemy, Pompey. Jealousy and fear over Caesar's reforms reveal a brewing conspiracy to assassinate him. As the plot thickens, Caesar's wife is plagued by terrible nightmares and begs him not to go to the Capitol. But Caesar shrugs off her fears and is accompanied to the Senate by the conspirators thus sealing his fate. Caesar's loyal friends rally to avenge his death and preserve his legacy.

The Beatles

Saddleback Educational Publishing (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602915794

This graphic novel depicts the Beatles' dramatic rise to fame and their impact on rock and roll music.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

Mark Twain (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911529

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn takes place on the Mississippi during the late 1800s... when the riverboat and small towns along the river were adventurous, exciting, and romantic.

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

Jules Verne (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781602911741

When seaman were sailing only wooden ships, Captain Nemo was the master of his incredible, futuristic submarine, the Nautilus, which journeyed through many strange and adventurous voyages...