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Inspired by the Inspector Morse novels of Colin Dexter, Inspector Robert Lewis (Kevin Whately) steps out of the shadow of his mentor-the inimitable Inspector Morse (John Thaw)-in this highly-acclaimed series of 27 intricate mysteries. Together with his brooding, inscrutable partner, Detective Sergeant James Hathaway (Laurence Fox), they take on the elite criminal underworld of Oxford, England, relying on Lewis' instinct and Hathaway's intellect to...
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"The youngest of King Triton's daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life and her father's crown in jeopardy"--WorldCat....
3) Robin Hood
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English
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"Swashbuckling adventure and unforgettable characters make the story of Robin Hood an all-time favorite! The animal kingdom serves up a feast of bowmanship, swordplay and daring deeds in Disney's classic version of this timeless medieval tale. England is at war and ruled by a phony king! Greedy Prince John and his slithering sidekick, Sir Hiss, are taxing Nottingham's residents to the limit. But roguish Robin Hood, along with his trusted companion...
5) Cinderella
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Pub. Date
[1995]
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English
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Cinderella overcomes the obstacles of too many chores and a mean stepmother with the help of her fairy godmother and animal friends to win the heart of the prince.
7) Pocahontas
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Pub. Date
[1996?]
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English
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In 1607, a group of British adventurers, including John Smith, led by the greedy Virginia Company governor Ratcliffe, set sail for the New World, seeking gold and other treasures. In Virginia, Pocahontas, Chief Powhatan's daughter, ponders her life as she is faced with marriage to the stern warrior, Kocoum. The British establish the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia, and dig up the countryside for gold. Smith meets Pocahontas and they overcome their...
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Masterpiece volume 2
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English
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Mrs. de Winter revives Manderley's famous ball, but, encouraged by Mrs. Danvers to copy her dress from a painting, she incurs Maxim's wrath. Mrs. Danvers' taunting reaches a climax as she declares Rebecca is still ruler at the house.
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Series
Masterpiece volume 1
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English
Description
Daphne du Maurier's tale of romance and suspense stars Charles Dance as Maxim de Winter and Emilia Fox as his new bride, who finds that the head housekeeper of Manderley, Mrs. Danvers (Diana Rigg), is devoted to her dead mistress, Rebecca.
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Series
Masterpiece volume 1
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English
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Uncertain of her future but unwilling to sacrifice her freedom, Bathsheba Everdene rejects the proposal of dependable Gabriel Oak. Gabriel can only watch as Bathsheba flirts with Mr. Boldwood, unleashing a passionate obsession inside him.
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Series
Masterpiece volume 2
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English
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Gabriel and Mr. Boldwood forsake their hearts upon the arrival of the dashing, womanizing soldier Frank Troy, who, despite being in love with another woman himself, sees a challenge in Bathsheba and sets out to win her.
15) Prime suspect
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English
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When a young woman is found brutally murdered, and the DCI in charge is unable to take up the case, the role is passed on to Detective Chief Inspector Jane Tennison, the first female DCI to handle such a responsibility. Between a slippery suspect and resistence from her team of detectives, Tennison has her hands full.
16) Prime suspect 2
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English
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Detective Chief Inspector Jane Tennison is back, and is assigned the murder of a young black woman. Among her many problems are the pressure for a quick resolution to avoid charges of racism, the political disapproval of her colleagues and the reappearance of a former lover.
17) 101 Dalmatians
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English
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Pongo and Perdita have a litter of 15 Dalmatian puppies. Cruella De Vil takes a fancy to the puppies and tries to buy them from their human owners, Roger and Anita. Cruella wants to get a hold of those puppies, as well as more puppies, to make herself a lovely dalmatian skin coat. She hires some thugs to kidnap the puppies and hold them at an abandoned mansion. Now Pongo and Perdita must use an animal communication system to help find all the puppies....
18) Mulan
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Pub. Date
[1999?]
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English
Description
When Mulan's aging father is drafted into the Imperial army to fight the invading Hun army, she disguises herself as a soldier and takes his place. Mulan's hilarious guardian dragon and lucky cricket are not enough to help her defeat the ruthless Hun leader; only by staying true to herself will she bring victory to her country and honor to her family.
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Ben and Jo McKenna, are an innocent American couple vacationing in Morocco with their young son. But their simple plans turn into a nightmare after a French spy dies in Ben's arms at a Marrakesh market, and their son is kidnapped and taken to another country. A thrilling tale of international espionage, assassinations and terror.
20) Topaz
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English
Description
The best-selling spy novel bursts onto the screen in this riveting story of adventure and international intrigue. An American CIA agent hires a French operative to travel to Cuba and intestigate rumors of Russian missiles and Topaz, a NATO spy. The inquiry soon spins into a life-threatening escapade of espionage, betrayal and murder.
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