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Book SynopsisA collection of life-affirming books to guide you through. Settle down with 100 Books to Live By and learn which book prescriptions can be dispensed to lift your spirits, whatever you may need.Sometimes, only a good book will help. In life’s biggest moments and challenges, turning to a book can often help us to navigate our way through. Whether you need a dose of resilience, a course of comfort or a prescription of purpose, this gem of a book offers guidance on everything from love and heartbreak to grief and loss, to friendship and family, and more.These are 100 life-affirming reads and remedies for anyone searching for love, meaning, belonging, purpose and hope in their everyday lives. Featuring well-known favourites alongside undiscovered gems and modern classics, the literary prescriptions will see you through unsteady waters, whatever they may be. With authors ranging from Haruki Murakami to Sally Rooney, Toni Morrison to Franz Kafka, 100 Books to Live By is the perfect collection of remedies, featuring books from all over the world. Each prescription also features a number of 'Alternative Remedies', so the book includes as many diverse literary prescriptions as possible. With books to address all manner of ailment, this is the ultimate celebration of reading that can be referenced and treasured for years to come.Also available:100 Poems to Live By (9781789298345)100 Speeches to Live By (9781789298635)

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Book SynopsisA Year of Festivities & Feasting is a delightful collection that celebrates the bounty of nature, the joy of seasonal cooking, and the stories that connect delicious foods with some of our most sacred annual traditions.People find joy in the rhythms of nature. We delight in the taste of fresh ingredients, the turning of the seasons and the earth below our feet, and the joy of gardening. The seasons, with their ever-changing abundance, offer us endless opportunities to savour nature''s gifts, from wild garlic in springtime to juicy berries in summer, autumn mushrooms, and winter root vegetables. This beautiful collection features a wide variety of recipes to celebrate special moments throughout the year and reveals the story of why we associate such events with certain foods, from the traditional Burn''s Night meal of Cullen Sink to Cornish Saffron buns, Midsummer cushion cakes to mark the Summer solstice, and Pot-roast pheasant, Martinmas Beef and Feast of the Seven Fishes pie as the colder months set in.This beautifully designed book will be a volume readers will treasure both this year and in those to come, and the perfect companion to A Year in Story and Song.

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Book SynopsisImmerse yourself in this photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Japanese. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Japanese language and culture. Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words and phrases, and an English and Japanese index help you to find words quickly as you learn. 3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in Japan are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern Japanese culture and enhance your experience of Japan and its people, including customs, celebrations, and festivals. Plus, download your free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and get your pronunciation pitch perfect.

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Book SynopsisAndrew Chevallier FNIMH, MCIPP is a medical herbalist, healer, and author of books on botanical medicine, including the Herbal Remedies Handbook (DK, 2018). He is a fellow and former president of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists, and a member of the College of Practitioners of Phytotherapy.

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Book SynopsisWith the Studio 1 Pupil Book you can choose the right pace of learning for your pupils. You can either move at a faster pace by skipping the French basics covered in Accès Studio and at KS2, or slow down to pause and revise knowledge. lncludes complete coverage of the 2014 National Curriculum.

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Book SynopsisA guide to the nuts and bolts of fantasy writing that illustrates techniques with examples drawn from published fantasy fiction and offers plentiful drills and exercises to help students hone their writing skills.Trade ReviewListen carefully to what Debbie has to say about telling stories, aspiring writer. She knows exactly what she's talking about.Jim Butcher, New York Times bestselling author of The Dresden Files -- .Table of ContentsForeword by Jim ButcherAuthor preface1. Formulating a story plan2. Character design3. Viewpoint4. Dialogue5. Scene structure6. Scene conflict7. Conflict maneuver8. Ending scenes9. Sequels10. Dilemma and decision11. Entering the dark dismal middle 12. Surviving the dark dismal middle13. More dark dismal middle14. Unmasking true nature15. Pacing16. Ending the story17. Story climax18. Writing the resolution19. Revision methods20. The road to publication21. Final suggestionsIndex

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Book SynopsisLevel: KS1Subject: EnglishAn engaging Handwriting activity book to really help boost your child's progress at every stage of their learning! Including helpful questions and answers, this English book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child's learning at home.Combining useful English practice with engaging, colourful illustrations, this Handwriting practice book helps to boost your child's confidence and develop good learning habits for life. Each fun activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement.Included in this book:Questions that allow children to practise the important skills learned at schoolColourful activities that make learning fun and motivate children to learn at homeHelpful tips and answers so that you can support your child's learning

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Book SynopsisThe 5th edition of this best-selling dictionary helps intermediate students improve their writing with the Collocations feature and offers extra support for those studying other subjects in English. The integrated Thesaurus helps students build their vocabulary. The online dictionary includes innovative functionality to facilitate customizable teaching and learning, and a wealth of customizable practice so that users focus on the words that they want to learn. Students preparing for TOEFL can also practice their exam skills using the interactive exercises.

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Book SynopsisThe first stroke-by-stroke guide ever produced for learning to write Naskh, one of the six major cursive Arabic scripts.Table of Contents1 Introduction by Dr Venetia Porter; 2 Naskh script: a brief introduction; 3 The Arabic alphabet; 4 The initial, medial and final; 5 Getting started: what you need to know and do; 6 Stage One: al-Mufradat (single letters); 7 Stage Two: al-Murakkabat (joined letters); 8 Stage Three: al-Kelimat (words); 9 Gallery; 10 Naskh script: past and present; 11 Bibliography and further reading

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Book Synopsis4,000 words and phrases are organized thematically within 163 topics. Realistic illustrations and exercises are designed to build vocabulary and critical thinking skills. 13 bilingual editions available.

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.The Extraordinary Life of Steve Jobs, a Level 2 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework. Sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the future tenses will

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Book SynopsisLearn French step-by-step and soon you'll be making leaps and bounds Your quickest route to learning French is through a solid grounding in grammar basics. Now don't be put off by the "G-word." What you won't find in this book is a lot of repetitive drills. Instead, you get an original, step-by-step approach to learning French based on the way people naturally acquire language.From the very beginning, you are introduced to the most essential structures--allowing you to communicate in French almost immediately. Gradually, through a series of interconnected "steps," you logically progress to more common concepts that govern how French is spoken and written. And along the way you are introduced to hundreds of carefully selected verbs and vocabulary words presented on the basis of how often they are used in everyday French.Guaranteed to get you quickly up and running with the knowledge and skills you need to communicate in French with confidence, Easy FrenTable of ContentsPreface xi I. First Elements of French 1. Nouns, Articles, and Descriptive AdjectivesGender and Number of Nouns and Articles The Definite Article Masculine Nouns Feminine Nouns Masculine and Feminine Articles Before a Vowel Sound or Mute h Singular Nouns and the Definite Article Learning the Gender of Nouns The Indefinite Article Masculine Nouns Feminine Nouns Plural Nouns Pronouncing the Plural Descriptive Adjectives Agreement of Adjectives in Gender and Number Adjectives of Color Adjectives That Precede the Noun Key Vocabulary Les adjectifs descriptifs (Descriptive Adjectives)Les cou/eurs (Colors) Key Vocabulary Les nationalities (Nationanlities) 2. The Verbs etre and avoir, Subject Pronouns, and Negation The VerbsThe Verbs etre (to be) and avoir (to have) Être and Subject Pronouns Subject Pronouns Uses of Être Expressions with Être Key Vocabulary Conjonctions. quafificatifs. et adverbes (Conjunctions, Qualifiers, and Adverbs) Negation with ne ... pas The Verb avoir (to have) Ne ..• pas de ... with avoir If y a ... (There is ... , There are ... ) Expressions with avoir Key Vocabulary La maison (The House) Reading Comprehension: La maison de Jean-Pierre 3.Days and Months, Regular -er Vel"bs in the Pl"eSent Tense, and InterrogativesDays of the Week, Months, and Seasons Les jours de la semaine(Days of the Week) Les mois de I'annee(Months of the Year) Les saisons (Seasons) Les parties du jour(Parts of the Day) Regular Verbs in the Present TenseConjugating Regular -er Verbs Uses of the Present Tense Interrogatives and Interrogative Words Yes/No QuestionsInformation Questions Key Vocabulary Noms mascu/ins (Masculine Nouns) Noms feminins (Feminine Noun~) Adjectifs(Adjectives) Conjonctions(Conjunctions) Reading Comprehension: Une petite ville en province 4 Numbers, Dates, and Time and Regular -ir Verbs in the Present Tense Cardinal Numbers Numbers from 0 to 99 Numbers from 100 Ordinal Numbers The Date and the YearTelling Time Regular -if Verbs in the Present TenseKey Vocabulary Les magas;ns et les commerces (Stores and Businesses)Key Vocabulary Les repas et Jes provisions(Meals and Groceries)Reading Comprehension: Au restaurant

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Book SynopsisLadybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. - Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts. - Structured language progression to develop children''s reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. - Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). - Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. - A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources. Roald Dahl: The Enormous Crocodile, a Level 3 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Movers exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, some expression of future meaning, comparisons, contractions and relative clauses.In the jungle lives an enormous crocodile with clever ideas. He wants to eat children. Will the animals in the jungle keep the children safe?Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

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Book SynopsisCollins International Primary English offers full coverage of the Cambridge Primary English curriculum framework (0058) from 2020 within a six-level, multi-component course, which has been carefully developed to meet the needs of teachers and students in the international market.Collins International Primary English is a self-contained, cohesive course which develops reading, writing, speaking and listening skills at primary level.With a colourful and engaging design, the Student's Books follow a clear structure and progression through the levels. They feature carefully selected texts, covering both fiction and non-fiction genres, including extracts from the highly successful Collins Big Cat series. Skills are clearly defined, and the carefully differentiated activities will allow students to develop competence and confidence in English. This series also supports Cambridge Global Perspectives with activities that develop and practise key skills.This series is endorsed by Cambridge Asse

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Book SynopsisClaire Montgomerie is a textiles designer specialising in crochet and knitting. She has written many books on these topics, and has also edited the UK craft magazine Inside Crochet.

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Book SynopsisThe must-have Back to School dictionary for Year 10.The most up-to-date and information-packed dictionary of its size available. With spelling, grammar and pronunciation help, plus a practical writing guide, the Pocket Dictionary gives you all the everyday words you need at your fingertips.Up-to-date language coverage along with practical guidance on effective English for everyday use.The text is compiled using the latest information on current English from Collins Corpus our unique and constantly updated 4.5-billion-word database ensuring the most up-to-date language coverage available. And, with all entry words and spelling forms in clear type, modern definitions, you can be sure to find all the information you need in the quickest time possible.85,000 words, meanings, and phrasesCollins have been pioneers in dictionary publishing since 1819. We are proud to offer an extensive range of dictionaries in multiple formats and languages for all leisure, travel and educational needs.

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Book SynopsisA companion to Bloomsbury’s popular two-volume Greek to GCSE, this is the first course for Latin students that directly reflects the curriculum in a clear, concise and accessible way. Enhanced by colour artwork and text features, the books support the new OCR specification for Latin (first teaching 2016) as well as meeting the needs of later students, both at university and beyond. Written by two experienced school teachers, one also an examiner, the course is based on a keen understanding of what pupils find difficult, concentrating on the essentials and on the explanation of principles in both accidence and syntax: minor irregularities are postponed and subordinated so that the need for rote learning is reduced. User-friendly, it also gives pupils a firm foundation for further study. Part 1 covers the basics and is self-contained, with its own reference section. It outlines the main declensions, a range of active tenses and a vocabulary of 275 Latin words to be learned. Pupil confidence is built up by constant consolidation of the material covered. After the preliminaries, each chapter concentrates on stories with one source or subject: the Fall of Troy, the journeys of Aeneas, the founding of Rome and the early kings, providing an excellent introduction to Roman culture alongside the language study.Trade ReviewI particularly enjoyed the respect the authors show for the intelligence of the students ... Whilst this text book is a useful and much-needed aid when trying to get one’s head around the new specification for the first time, it provides much more than that. * Journal of Classics Teaching *Table of ContentsContents Chapter One The Latin alphabet Capital letters Punctuation Pronunciation Latin in English Abbreviations and phrases Inflection (1): word order and endings Inflection (2): modern languages Inflection (3): what the endings tell us Verbs: first conjugation Nouns: first and second declensions Working out the subject Word order ‘the’ or ‘a’? Three important conjunctions The verb to be Prepositions (1): with the accusative Summary of grammar covered in Chapter One Chapter One vocabulary Chapter Two Genitive, dative and ablative cases Noun cases: a summary table First and second declensions in full Translating with the ablative Prepositions (2): with the ablative Second declension neuter Verbs: second, third and fourth conjugations New verbs The infinitive Background: the Trojan War and the origins of Rome Using wordlists The Judgement of Paris To, from and in cities Time phrases (1): ‘time how long’ The wrath of Achilles The death of Patroclus The death of Hector The Trojan Horse and the fall of Troy Chapter Two vocabulary Chapter Three Chapters One & Two grammar revision summary Imperfect tense Translating the imperfect tense sum – imperfect tense Aeneas and Creusa The verb possum Adjectives (1): laetus -a -um The Trojans head for Crete Noun anomalies (1): nauta Noun anomalies (2): vir, puer, liber Adjectives (2): miser -era -erum Vocative case The Imperative The Trojans depart from Crete Time adverbs Two contrasting receptions Scylla and Charybdis Chapter Three vocabulary Chapter Four Perfect tense: first conjugation Perfect tense: second, third and fourth conjugations Perfect tense: summary table Third declension nouns In the land of the Cyclopes Storm and Rescue Background: Aeneas’ epic quest Questions (1) Dido and Aeneas (1) Third declension neuter Mixed conjugation verbs Dido and Aeneas (2) Pronouns and possessives (1) Time phrases (2): ‘time when’ Dido and Aeneas (3) Dido and Aeneas (4) Chapter Four vocabulary Chapter Five Verbs: future tense Time adverbs (2) sum & possum: future tense Time adverbs (3) The Sibyl and the Underworld Personal pronouns and possessive adjectives (2): nos, vos, noster, vester The eating of tables Adjectives (3): third declension The future site of Rome The victory of Aeneas Adverbs from adjectives Background: From Aeneas to Romulus Romulus and Remus The foundation of Rome The relative pronoun (qui, quae, quod) and the relative clause The Sabine women The Deification of Romulus Chapter Five vocabulary Chapter Six tbc Reference Grammar English to Latin vocabulary Latin to English vocabulary

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Book SynopsisThis new dictionary offers up-to-date coverage of essential Italian and English, and extra help with Italian and English verbs and pronunciation, all in a compact and affordable format.

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Book SynopsisCollins International Primary English offers full coverage of the Cambridge Primary English curriculum framework (0058) from 2020 within a six-level, multi-component course, which has been carefully developed to meet the needs of teachers and students in the international market.Collins International Primary English is a self-contained, cohesive course which develops reading, writing, speaking and listening skills at primary level. The course follows a clear structure and progression through the levels, with carefully selected texts covering both fiction and non-fiction genres, including extracts from the highly successful Collins Big Cat series.The Workbooks offer a range of reading, writing and grammar activities for students of varying language levels to consolidate the language learned in the Student''s Books. Following the same topic-based units as the Student''s Books, they provide further practice and extension material for learners of all levels. This series also supports Cambr

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Book SynopsisRichly illustrated books offering classic stories retold for children accompanied by e-Books, audio, and Activity and Play books.

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Book SynopsisLadybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points. Perfect for learning English in school or at home Develops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills Features much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests Features free online resources including audio

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Book SynopsisLearn more than 10,000 of the most useful words and phrases in Italian with this illustrated dictionary for Italian-language students. Building on the success of the English for Everyone course books and the Bilingual Visual Dictionary series, the Italian English Visual Dictionary uses crystal-clear illustrations to show the meaning of over 10,000 Italian vocabulary words.Fancy becoming an expert in the language? Then open the pages of this Italian dictionary to discover: A guide to a wide range of useful Italian words and expressions. Structured sections around a theme (e.g., sports, food and drink, transport). Clear, attractive illustrations make the vocabulary easy to understand and remember. Whether you are brushing up on your skills or learning the language from scratch, this dictionary makes learning and understanding Italian easy. The words are shown visually in themed sections covering practical

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Book SynopsisWith over 6,750 fully illustrated words and phrases in Japanese and English, along with a free bilingual audio app, DK''s Japanese-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary is your essential companion to learning Japanese.You will learn all the words and phrases you need to buy food and clothes, talk about work and education, visit the doctor, go to the bank, use public transport, and much more.Fancy becoming an expert in the language? Then open the pages of this Japanese dictionary to discover: A guide to a wide range of useful Japanese words and expressions. Structured sections around a theme (e.g. sports, food and drink, transport). Clear, attractive illustrations make the vocabulary easy to understand and remember. Whether you are brushing up on your skills or learning the language from scratch, this dictionary makes learning and understanding Japanese easy. The words are shown visually in themed sections co

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Book SynopsisThis book guides the reader through a land where the road to hell is paved not with good intentions, but with cobbles. This is a place where all the world is a stage, unless you are a one-day specialist. Where its inhabitants come with a litany of arresting nicknames - Badgers, Cannibals, Eagles, Pirates - each with a wonderful story of their own.

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Book SynopsisA new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the 2015 A Level English qualifications. Endorsed for the AQA A/AS Level English Language specifications for first teaching from 2015, this print Student Book is suitable for all abilities, providing stretch opportunities for the more able and additional scaffolding for those who need it. Helping bridge the gap between GCSE and A Level, the unique three-part structure provides essential knowledge and allows students to develop their skills through a deeper study of key topics, whilst encouraging independent learning. An enhanced digital version and free Teacher''s Resource are also available.Table of ContentsIntroduction; BEGINNING: 1. What does language study mean at A Level?; 2. Text producers and receivers; 3. Mode and genre; 4. Language use and language users; 5. Language level 1: Lexis and semantics; 6. Language level 2: Grammar; 7. Language level 3: Phonetics, phonology and prosodics; 8. Language level 4: Graphology; 9. Language level 5: Pragmatics; 10. Language level 6: Discourse; 11. Introduction to analysing texts; 12. Becoming a language investigator; DEVELOPING: 13. Textual variations and representations; 13.1 Textual variations; 13.2 Language analysis: methods and approaches; 13.3 Language analysis: genre and mode; 13.4 Language analysis: audience and purpose; 13.5 Introduction to representations; 13.6 Language and representations: people, social groups and gender; 13.7 Language and representations: events, places and issues; 13.8 Exploring similarities and differences between texts; 13.9 Bringing it all together; 14. Child language development; 14.1 Learning to talk; 14.1.1 The process of spoken acquisition; 14.1.2 A historical overview of acquisition theory; 14.1.3 Environmental factors; 14.1.4 Pragmatics; 14.1.5 Discourse; 14.1.6 Lexis and semantics; 14.1.7 Grammar; 14.2 Learning to write; 14.2.1 Early exposure to printed language; 14.2.2 Learning to read; 14.2.3 The process of writing development; 14.2.4 Attitudes and theories about learning to write; 14.2.5 Environmental factors; 14.2.6 Handwriting and orthography; 14.2.7 Lexical and grammatical development; 14.3 Bringing it all together; 15. Language diversity; 15.1 Varieties and diversity – an overview; 15.2 Geographical varieties of English; 15.3 Grammatical variations; 15.4 Phonological variations: our accent; 15.5 Personal and social varieties of English; 15.6 Bringing it all together; 16. Language change; 16.1 Studying language change; 16.2 The origins of English; 16.3 Lexical change; 16.4 Semantic change; 16.5 Orthography; 16.6 Grammatical change; 16.7 Standardisation; 16.8 Why does change happen?; 16.9 How does change spread?; 16.10 Bringing it all together; 17. Language in action: a language investigation; 17.1 What is a language investigation?; 17.2 Choosing an area to investigate; 17.3 What approach could you take?; 17.4 Data collection; 17.5 Data selection; 17.6 Writing your investigation; 17.7 Bringing it all together; 18. Original writing; 18.1 The writing process; 18.2 The style model; 18.3 The power of persuasion; 18.4 The power of storytelling; 18.5 The power of information; 18.6 The drafting process; 18.7 Writing a commentary; 18.8 Referencing your work; 18.9 Bringing it all together; ENRICHING: 19 Textual variations and representations; 20 Language development; 21 Language diversity; 22 Language change; 23 Language investigation; 24 Original writing; References; Index; Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisFoundations of Educational Research will give you a solid grounding in education as a discipline, introducing the key concepts, theorists, and terms which underpin educational research from Dewey and Piaget, to ethics, ontology and bias. The book sets the scene for education as a field which emerges from psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics and history, and explores the difficulties and opportunities this creates for new educational researchers. You will be introduced to the many approaches within educational research, from applied linguistics to pedagogy, from child development to higher education, to comparative education and ed-tech. The key debates in the field are clearly explained, including the tensions between theory and method, and quantitative vs. qualitative approaches. The book introduces all the key referents you will need as a new student of education, whether undergraduate or graduate level, as you begin your journey into educational research.Trade ReviewIn this accessible and illuminating text, Victoria Elliott provides the reader with essential knowledge for navigating the dynamic field of contemporary education research. * Andrew Wilkins, Reader in Education Policy, Goldsmiths, University of London, UK *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements List of Theorists 1. Outlining the Field 2. Ontology and Epistemology 3. Fundamental Concepts of Design 4. What Counts as Evidence? 5. Theory as the Beginning and End of Research 6. The Body of the Researcher 7. Data Analysis 8. Research as an Ethical Practice 9. Research as a Political Practice References Index

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Book SynopsisYour complete guide to Excel 365, written for newbies all the way to seasoned professionals Neatly organised and written using accessible language, Microsoft Excel 365 Bible contains everything that readers need to know to get up and running quickly with Excel. Covering the numerous updates to Excel 365 since the previous edition was published in 2022, this Second Edition contains many useful examples and tips and tricks that cover all essential aspects of Excelfrom the basics, such as navigating the user interface, to more advanced topics, such as creating visualisations and crafting custom functions. Written by an accomplished team of authors with decades of Excel and business intelligence experience, this book explores topics including: Entering and editing worksheet data, with information on data types, formulas, dates, times and other cell contentsBuilding formulas with Excel table objects, correcting common formula errors and using formula variablesWorking with data series, chang

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Book Synopsis''This is not just the most insightful book ever written on public speaking-it''s also a brilliant, profound look at how to communicate'' - Adam Grant, author of ORIGINALSIn Ted Talks Chris Anderson, Head of TED, reveals the inside secrets of how to give a first-class presentation. Where books like Talk Like TED and TED Talks Storytelling whetted the appetite, here is the official TED guide to public speaking from the man who put TED talks on the world''s stage. Anderson shares his five key techniques to presentation success: Connection, Narration, Explanation, Persuasion and Revelation (plus the three to avoid). He also answers the most frequently asked questions about giving a talk, from ''What should I wear?'' to ''How do I handle my nerves?''.Ted Talks is also full of presentation tips from such TED notable speakers as Sir Ken Robinson, Bill Gates, Mary Roach, Amy Cuddy, Elizabeth Gilbert, Dan Gilbert, Amanda PaTrade ReviewIs there a single recipe for a great speech? Of course not. But there are some essential ingredients, which the TED team sets out here with concision, verve and wit (which are also some of the ingredients). An inspiring, contemporary guide to the venerable arts of oratory. * Sir Ken Robinson *Excellent; easily the best public speaking guide I have read. -- Tim Harford * Financial Times *Nobody in the world better understands the art and science of public speaking than Chris Anderson. He is the absolutely perfect person to have written this book, and it will be a gift to many. -- Elizabeth GilbertThis is not just the most insightful book ever written on public speaking-it's also a brilliant, profound look at how to communicate. If you ever plan to utter a sound, this is a must-read. It gives me hope that words can actually change the world. -- Adam Grant, Wharton professor and author of ORIGINALSThe TED Talk has reinvented the art of rhetoric for the 21st century - we now know that "ideas worth spreading" can indeed be spread far and wide, and with clarity and panache. Behind this revolution lies Chris Anderson, who had a vision that powerful ideas can improve the world and has developed a coherent philosophy and a set of guidelines for compelling communication. -- Steven PinkerThe TED Talk may well be the defining essay genre of our time: what the pamphlet was to the 18th-century, and the newspaper op-ed was to the twentieth. TED TALKS is a guidebook to this new language, written by the man who has made it a global force. -- Steven Johnson, bestselling author of HOW WE GOT TO NOWFor anyone who's got a story to tell, or an audience they want to engage - this book is a must-read * Forbes *

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Book SynopsisLyle Campbell presents an accessible, hands-on introduction to historical linguistics. The fourth edition has a lucid and engaging style, expert guidance and comprehensive coverage, making it ideal for students coming to historical linguistics for the first time.

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Book SynopsisONE OF THE WATKINS TOP 100 MOST SPIRITUALLY INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE OF 2023 From JULIA CAMERON, author of the multimillion bestselling THE ARTISTS WAY comes WRITE FOR LIFE. Legendary author of The Artist's Way Julia Cameron has pioneered the field of creative recovery, inspiring millions of people around the world to discover their true creative selves. Now in Write for Life, the 'Queen of Creativity' speaks directly to writers - it is an openhearted invitation to begin, stick with, and finish a project. Write for Life delivers a wonderful balance of firm and inspiring advice, shaped into a 6-week program for writers of all levels. From setting daily writing quotas to changing genres, fighting perfectionism to polishing a first draft, Julia Cameron provides holistic guidance and support every step of the way. Write for Life is written for every writer, and every writer should read it. It is Julia Cameron at her best, distilling decades of wisdom and experience in practical lessons on the craft and spiritual practice of writing. Itis an unmissable addition to Julia Cameron's creative canon, destined to sit in the pantheon of classic books on writing.Trade ReviewA boon to those struggling to get started ... aspiring writers will appreciate the solid advice. * Publishers Weekly *In this luminous new book, Julia Cameron whisks you so effortlessly along a six-week writing adventure that you will barely notice you have written the first draft of a book until she deposits you back on your doorstep. There is a book in you, a ripe fruit, ready to drop into your hand. Write for Life is the gust of wind you've been waiting for. -- Mirabai Starr * Author of Wild Mercy & Caravan of No Despair *PRAISE FOR JULIA CAMERON'S PREVIOUS WORK * : *The queen of change * The New York Times *Fascinating (and fun) ... Three times in the last decade I've committed to doing The Artist's Way's program, and each time I've learned something important and surprising about myself and my work ... Without The Artist's Way, there would have been no Eat, Pray, Love -- Elizabeth GilbertI absolutely love The Artist's Way ... It's a really good starting point to discover what lights you up -- Emma GannonCameron wants you to have a serious think about what you really want from your life * The Times *Julia Cameron invented the way people renovate the creative soul * The New York Times *The book that made a real impact on me is The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. My friend [actress and comedian] Sophie Willan recommended it to me years ago, and I still have it on my desk. It enables anyone to tap into their creative self regardless of themselves - we often get in our own way when trying to achieve. Want to write that novel? That play? This is the book. -- Lemn SissayThe Artist's Way by Julia Cameron is my favourite book -- Precious Lee * Vogue *Cameron's morning pages have shaped the lives of millions of others -- Elle Hunt * The Guardian *Everything creative I've done has led from the freedom this book gave me. After I read The Artist's Way, I wrote a comedy show and took it to Edinburgh ... this book truly changed the path my life was taking [and] I still go back to it when I feel stuck. -- Cariad Lloyd, host of Griefcast and author of You Are Not Alone

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Book SynopsisA beautiful, compelling and eye-opening guide to the way we live in Britain today.______________How much more do we drink than we should? Why do immigrants come here? How have house prices changed in the past decade? What do we spend our money on? Britain by Numbers answers all these questions and more, vividly bringing our nation to life in new and unexpected ways by showing who lives here, where we work, who we marry, what crimes we commit and much else besides.Beautifully designed and illustrated throughout, it takes the reader on a fascinating journey up and down the land, enriching their understanding of a complex - and contradictory - country.Trade ReviewAn ingenious portrayal of a nation through data and statistics. * Bristol24-7 *Table of Contents1: Who We Are 2: Family and Relationships 3: House and Home 4: Education and Employment 5: Personal Finance 6: Health and Fitness 7: Crime 8: Society and Economics 9: Lifestyle and Leisure

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.After You, a Level 5 Reader, is B1 in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to four clauses, introducing present perfect continuous, past perfect, reported speech and second conditional. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear regularly.Lou is now living in London and trying to be happy, but it's difficult when she misses Will so much. One night, a young girl appears at her door. My name's Lily Houghton-Miller, she says. I need to talk to you about my father Will Traynor.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

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Book SynopsisThe number 1 Spanish dictionary for GCSE success.Fully updated with new approved word lists for GCSE study and examinations.An easy-reference Spanish to English and English to Spanish dictionary with up-to-date translations for current vocabulary, for example, plant-based, AI, diversidad and neurodivergente. Key GCSE curriculum words are highlighted, students are given help with Spanish pronunciation and there is a practical, fun supplement covering key topic areas. This is the ideal dictionary for students of Spanish, and especially for those aiming for exam success.Designed for learners of Spanish, whether you are studying for exams at school, in an evening class, for business or to go on holiday to Spain. Covering everyday Spanish and English, with key curriculum words and expressions highlighted to help with exam preparation. Detailed information given for key Spanish verbs and verb forms, plus Spanish verbs cross-referred to comprehensive verb tables, helping you find all the Spanish verb forms you need. Clear and concise language notes provide information on common errors and confusing words, while interesting notes explain cultural differences.The full-colour supplement offers students essential vocabulary and phrases based on topics that they will find useful, for example, communication, jobs and careers, global issues, and so on. Helpful information on Spanish sounds and pronunciation is provided, with free audio and video available to access online at www.collins.co.uk/easylearningresources.

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Book SynopsisPresents advice on how to write creatively, discussing the importance of discipline and offering a series of writing exercises.

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