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In 1854, Decatur was nicknamed Hell's Half Acre."? By the 1910s and 1920s, the town was referred to as the "Second Most Corrupt City in Illinois, "? gaining notoriety as a p

The bestselling classic and basis for the Tony Award-winning musical and upcoming movie Wicked, here paired for the first time with the other three books in the Wicked Years series (Son of a Witch, A Lion Among Men, and Out of Oz) in a stunning box set featuring a gorgeous design and new covers for all four trade paperbacks.Gregory Maguire's groundbreaking New York Times bestselling series redefined the land of Oz, its inhabitants, its Wizard, and the Emerald City, viewing the world created by L. Frank Baum through a darker and greener lens.Wicked. The first novel in the series, basis of the smash hit musical, explores a land where animals talk and strive to be treated like first-class citizens, Munchkinlanders seek the comfort of middle-class stability, and the Tin Man becomes a victim of domestic violence. And then there is the little green-skinned girl named Elphaba, who will grow up to become the infamous Wicked Witch of the West--a smart, prickly, and misunderstood creature who ch

MP3 CD FormatNewt has been to hell and back with his friends.The Glade. The Maze. The Scorch. The inner halls of WICKED. But now he has a burden that can't be shared with Thomas and the others—the Fla

Fate doesn't favour the wicked. From the #1 bestselling Twisted Sisters, Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti, comes the explosive third installment in their Zodiac Academy spin-off series. Full blurb coming soon. ***This is an enemies-to-lovers romantasy series set in the same world as Zodiac Academy, but it's a dark and villainous tale of its own. You haven't met tainted souls like these before or enemies that hate each other as deeply as these characters do. You'll be left gasping for breath and aching for more of the dark and twisted Fae who lurk between the pages and they might just be irredeemable...***

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Decatur has a long history of patriotic service, both on and off the field of battle. Decatur volunteers participated in six major campaigns including the Black Hawk War (1832), the Mexican War (1846–

What the Ladybird Heard 經典繪本套書內含：1. 9781509863167 The Singing Mermaid (1平裝+1CD) Tempted by the promise of fame and fortune, the Singing Mermaid joins a circus. The crowds love her, but the poor mermaid is kept in a tank by the wicked circus owner Sam Sly, and she soon longs to return to the freedom of her ocean home. The Singing Mermaid is a delightful tale from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard.With brilliant rhyming verse, bright and distinctive illustrations and glitter on every page, this story is loved by children and parents alike. This paperback and CD edition features a fantastic reading of the story by Lauren Laverne. Enjoy all the stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: Sharing a Shell, The Princess and the Wizard, The Rhyming Rabbit, The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn, Princess Mirror-Belle and the Dragon Pox, What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next and What the L

Decatur proudly proclaims itself a city of "homes, schools, and places of worship." While that motto might seem to describe any number of small towns, the words accurately capture th

Decatur, Illinois has long had a proud tradition of workers and craftsmen who produced coal, water pumps, gloves, automobiles, clothing, corn meal, and many other products. Though it is home to Caterp

包含 Izzy the Inventor 系列 #1-6 集，共 6 本平裝本 本書系列以熱愛科學、堅信理性的小女孩 Izzy 為主角，她不相信魔法，卻一次次被帶進充滿童話角色的奇幻世界。當王子被詛咒、獨角獸受困、精靈設下審查陷阱，Izzy 總是帶著她的發明與實驗，用觀察、推理與創意破解看似不可能的難題。故事將科學原理巧妙融入童話冒險，讓火山、時間旅行、飛行裝置都成為情節的一部分，也讓讀者在歡笑中感受思考的力量。隨著旅程推進，Izzy 也慢慢發現，理性與想像並非對立，友情、信任與一點點「相信」，同樣重要。這是一套兼具幽默、節奏感與啟發性的橋樑書系列。科學思考結合童話冒險每集皆有明確任務與解謎情節鼓勵好奇心與問題解決能力Izzy the Inventor and the Unexpected Unicorn: Izzy the Inventor LOVES science and does NOT believe in magic. That is until the day her Fairy Godmother appears and sends her to Fairytale Land to rescue Prince Charming from the Mountain of Doom, with an enthusiastic unicorn as her guide. To succeed, Izzy must use her science skills to outwit trolls, goblins and a bottomless lake of despair. But her quest will also teach her about the power of friendship and that we all need a little magic in our lives... Izzy the Inventor and the Curse of Doom: Izzy the Inventor is back in Fairytale Land and this time she must rescue the prince in Sleeping Beauty from a wicked fairy's curse. If sh

A chilling, lavishly illustrated who's-who of the most despicable people ever to walk the earth, featuring both rare and best-loved stories from the hit podcast Lore, now an online streaming series. H

A tree that sheds poison daggers; a glistening red seed that stops the heart; a shrub that causes paralysis, a vine that strangles; and a leaf that triggered a war. Amy Stewart takes on over two hundred of Mother Nature's most appalling creations in an A to Z of plants that kill, maim, intoxicate, and otherwise offend.Menacing botanical illustrations render a ghastly portrait of evildoers that may be lurking in your own backyard. Drawing on history, medicine, science, and legend, this compendium of bloodcurdling botany will entertain, enlighten, and alarm even the most intrepid gardeners and nature lovers.

A working-class city of 75,000 people on the banks of the Sangamon River and its largest lake, Decatur has a reputation for outstanding individuals with a strong community spirit and an unashamed sens

Though artistic and ambitious, Paul Kwilecki (1928-2009) chose to remain in Bainbridge, Georgia, the small Decatur County town where he was born, raised, and ran the family's hardware store. He had al

Ordered to join the Pacific Squadron in 1854, the sloop of war Decatur sailed from Norfolk, Virginia, through the Strait of Magellan to Valparaiso, Honolulu, and Puget Sound, then on to San Francisco,

Born to a prominent Philadelphia family in 1779, Stephen Decatur at age twenty-five became the youngest man ever to serve as a captain in the U.S. Navy. His intrepid heroism, leadership, and devotion

The hardcover edition of Wicked Business contains Plum & Wicked stickers inside!Janet Evanovich, mega-bestselling author of the beloved Stephanie Plum series, is back and better than ever. Her nov

Celebrate the holidays and Wicked with this official advent calendar loaded with exclusive Wicked surprises inspired by the film. From patches to keychains, buttons, magnets, stickers, and more, this advent calendar is a magical way to celebrate the holidays.Start every day with a gift from the Land of Oz as you make your way through the holiday season! 25 DAYS OF SURPRISES: Count down to the holidays or any other special occasion and receive 25 days of Wicked–themed collectibles by opening a pocket each day. COLLECTIBLE PRIZES: This 25-day advent calendar features high-quality collectible items—patches, magnets, coasters, washi tape, laptop stickers, and more—that are designed to last so that you can show off your love for Wicked year-round. PERFECT FOR FANS: With items inspired by Shiz University, The Emerald City, Elphaba Thropp, Glinda Upland, and more, this advent is a must-have for any fan of Wicked who dreams of visiting the Land of Oz. ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION: Add more Wicked–in

In Creating Wicked Students, Paul Hanstedt argues that courses can and should be designed to present students with what are known as “wicked problems” because the skills of dealing with such knotty pr

In Creating Wicked Students, Paul Hanstedt argues that courses can and should be designed to present students with what are known as “wicked problems” because the skills of dealing with such knotty pr

"The odd, quirky and not-so-wicked stories of Ypsilanti's past"--

This unique volume combines two modern classics spun from the imagination of national bestselling author Gregory Maguire. Wicked, told from the perspective of Elphaba Thropp, the Wicked Witch of the W

First published in 1955, Personal Influence reports the results of a pioneering study conducted in Decatur, Illinois, validating Paul Lazarsfeld's serendipitous discovery that messages from the media

When Dorothy triumphed over the so-called Wicked Witch of the West in Frank Baum's tales, we heard only Dorothy's side of the story. The Wicked Witch we think we know is the predictable, green-faced

Get your lines word-perfect with Wicked Part One: The Complete Screenplay, which features the complete script of the film, full-color stills, and behind-the-scenes insights on the movie magic that brought the story from page to screen. This stunning hardcover features the complete script to director Jon M. Chu's smash-hit movie, including the full lyrics to each of the unforgettable songs, from "No One Mourns the Wicked" to "Defying Gravity." Each spread has vivid stills showcasing the set design and amazafying costumes. Behind-the-scenes annotations written alongside classic dialogue tell the story of how this film came to life, making this book right at home on the shelves of film buffs and Wicked fans alike.

這款 Wicked Advent Calendar 將節慶與魔法結合，讓粉絲在12月的每一天都能開啟一份奧茲國的驚喜。內容包含25款精緻收藏品，如徽章、鑰匙圈、磁鐵與 Elphaba、Glinda 主題飾品，每件都細緻呈現劇中角色與場景魅力。無論是慶祝聖誕節或作為紀念收藏，都能感受 Wicked 世界的奇幻與友情。Celebrate the holidays and Wicked with this official advent calendar loaded with exclusive Wicked surprises inspired by the film. From patches to keychains, buttons, magnets, stickers, and more, this advent calendar is a magical way to celebrate the holidays.Start every day with a gift from the Land of Oz as you make your way through the holiday season!25 DAYS OF SURPRISES: Count down to the holidays or any other special occasion and receive 25 days of Wicked–themed collectibles by opening a pocket each day.COLLECTIBLE PRIZES: This 25-day advent calendar features high-quality collectible items—patches, magnets, coasters, an Elphaba and Glinda friendship bracelet, and more—that are designed to last so that you can show off your love for Wicked year-round.PERFECT FOR FANS: With items inspired by Shiz University, the Emerald City, Mu

ELPHIE: A WICKED CHILDHOOD is the spellbinding prequel to Wicked, the internationally bestselling novel that inspired the hit stage show phenomenon.Once upon a time in the land of Oz, a green little girl was born... ELPHIE: A WICKED CHILDHOOD is the captivating coming-of-age story of the most iconic witch ever to grace our screens and bookshelves.Young Elphaba is destined to be a witch, she bears the markings from childhood. But what happened before her powers took hold?Elphie is a girl like any other and no other. Nothing like her parents - one beautiful, the other pious - nor her saintly sister, Nessarose. Her skin is green, her mind is cunning. One day she will command this strange and wonderful world. For now, her journey is just beginning.The road ahead is full of lessons and heartbreak, the first bruising attempts at friendship - and tantalising whispers of magic.It will lead Elphie to the doors of Shiz University, and to the girl who will change her life forever...

What happened to young Elphaba before her witchy powers took hold in Wicked? Almost 30 years after the publication of the original novel, for the first time Gregory Maguire reveals the story of prickly young Elphie, the future Wicked Witch of the West—setting the stage for the blockbuster international phenomenon that is Wicked: The Musical.Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, will grow to have a feisty and somewhat uncompromising character in adult life. But she is always a one-off, from her infancy; Elphie is the riveting coming-of-age story of a very peculiar and relatable young girl.Young Elphie is shaped and molded by the behaviors of her promiscuous mother, Melena, and her pious father, Frex. She suffers ordinary childhood jealousies when her sister, saintly Nessarose, and brother, junior felon Shell, arrive. She first encounters the mistreatment of the Animal populations of Oz, which live adjacent to but not intertwined with human settlements, haunted by a Monkey and receiving

Celebrate the highly anticipated film Wicked with this officially licensed journal featuring Emerald City on the cover and an elegant velvet ribbon page marker adorned with an enameled hot air balloon charm.184 RULED PAGES: Write down all your magical notes and thoughts in the 184 lined pages of this stunning Wicked–themed journal.QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: This deluxe journal features a flexible and soft faux leather cover printed in full color, premium archival paper with an Oz-inspired design, and a velvet ribbon page marker with an enameled charm of the Wizard’s iconic hot air balloon at the end.CONVENIENT SIZE: This 5.875” x 8.5” journal is a comfortable size to journal anywhere and easily fits in a bag or backpack to keep with you as you set off to meet the Wizard.PERFECT FOR FANS: With imagery of Emerald City, this journal is a must-have for any fan of Wicked.ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION: Add more Wicked–inspired stationery products to your collection with Wicked: Elphaba Thropp Hardcover

The New York Times Bestseller and Basis for the Tony-Winning Hit MusicalNewly Reissued"An outstanding work of imagination."--USA TodayWhen Dorothy triumphed over the Wicked Witch of the West in L. Frank Baum's classic tale, we heard only her side of the story. But what about her arch-nemesis, the mysterious Witch? Where did she come from? How did she become so wicked?Gregory Maguire has created a fantasy world so rich and vivid that we will never look at Oz the same way again.Wicked is about a land where animals talk and strive to be treated like first-class citizens, Munchkinlanders seek the comfort of middle-class stability, and the Tin Man becomes a victim of domestic violence. And then there is the little green-skinned girl named Elphaba, who will grow up to become the infamous Wicked Witch of the West--a smart, prickly, and misunderstood creature who challenges all our preconceived notions about the nature of good and evil.

Can archaeologists help solve the 'Wicked Problems' that the world faces, such as climate change, conflict resolution, and social injustice? This book suggests that they can, but that it requires them

In this follow-up to The Wicked City, New York Times bestselling author Beatriz Williams combines past and present in this delicious Jazz Age adventure featuring a saucy redheaded flapper, the square-

Designing Post-Virtual Architectures: Wicked Tactics and World-Building explores, describes, and demonstrates theories and strategies for design in a post-virtual world. This book reveals affinities a

Early Wichita earned a wicked reputation from newspapers across Kansas thanks to a bevy of madams and murderers, bootleggers and bank robbers, con men and crooked cops. Gambler and saloonkeeper "Rowdy

The Buckeye State produced its share of wicked women. Tenacious madam Clara Palmer contended with constant police raids during the 1880s and '90s. Only her death could shut the doors of her gilded bor

Woven into the history of the Culver House are the legends of this architecturally and historically important building. The once beautiful brick Queen Anne stands in Decatur, Illinois awaiting the com

Traditional valuation approaches are increasingly recognised as being insufficient to address the wicked valuation problems of the diverse peoples and groups that inhabit the globe from north, south,

When Wicked Comes Calling . . .When a mysterious stranger finds his way into her bedchamber and offers his help in landing a duke, Lady Felicity Faircloth agrees—on one condition. She’s se

THE WICKED HEALTHY COOKBOOK presents a simple game plan endorsed by every doctor and health organization in the world: eat more plants. Chefs Chad and Derek Sarno are among the world's foremost author

On a hot, humid July morning just before dawn, the thundering roar of a massive explosion in the Norfolk and Western Railway yard awakened the people of Decatur, Illinois. By the time the fires were o