Dictionaries, Reference & Language Books
John Murray Press Bizarre
Book SynopsisThe human brain is an impossibly complex and delicate instrument - capable of extraordinary calculations, abundant creativity and linguistic dexterity. But the brain is not just the most brilliant of evolutionary wonders. It''s also one of the most bizarre.This book shows a whole other side of how brains work - from the patient who is afraid to take a shower because she fears her body will slip down the drain to a man who is convinced, against all evidence, that he is a cat, and a woman who compulsively snacks on cigarette ashes.Entertaining though they are, these cases are more than just oddities. In attempting to understand them, neuroscientists have uncovered important details about how the brain works. BIZARRE will examine these details while explaining what neuroscience''s most unusual patients have taught us about normal brain function -ideal both for readers seeking a better appreciation of the inner workings of the brain and those who simply want some
£10.44
John Murray Press Words from Hell
Book SynopsisFrom bodily functions to the dirtiest insults onto war and weaponry to illicit substances, this book goes where no dictionary has dared go before. It is the only adults-only etymology dictionary.
£10.44
John Murray Press Everyday Shakespeare
Book SynopsisAn absolutely joyous, gasp-out-loud achievement. - Stephen FryA cathedral of consciousness - Shakespeare''s uncanny insight into human nature finds us, unearthed here. - LionHeart, artist, poet, and BBC Radio London presenterShakespeare had an ear and hand that was able to capture our everyday thoughts and emotions, pin them to a page, and express them so well that still today they can make us feel stunned to be seen.''Better three hours too soon than a minute too late.''''Make not your thoughts your prisons.''''Wisely and slow. They stumble that run fast.''''And I have heard it said, unbidden guests are often welcomest when they''re gone.'' With a quote for every day of the year, this beautiful book gathers the finest lines from the lesser-known corners of Shakespeare''s plays and poems. While you may not be familiar with these 400-year-old phrases, you will be surprised by the immediate, easy resonance they have Trade ReviewA cathedral of consciousness - Shakespeare's uncanny insight into human nature finds us, unearthed here. -- LionHeart, artist, poet, and BBC Radio London presenter
£15.29
Mobius Beginners Korean
Book SynopsisLearn to speak, read, write and understand Korean! Love, Travel, Study, Work, Friendship-whatever your reason for wanting to learn, Beginners' Korean will help you to: - Communicate naturally in everyday situations. - Build your confidence with easy-to-follow explanations and plenty of practice activities. - Understand and pronounce Korean easily with online audio. - Become familiar with the Korean alphabet. - Remember what you learn with our effective Discovery Method. - Focus your learning and track your progress with practical tools and planners. Access the audio for this course for free by downloading it to the Teach Yourself Library app or streaming it on library.teachyourself.com. Is this course for me?Beginners' Korean is for absolute beginners and those who've had some previous experience with the language and want to refresh their knowledge. Clear and simple explanations make the course appropriate and accessible to anyone learning French. There are extensive illustrations and tools to help you plan your studies and track your progress, all designed to support learning on your own. This course is also ideal to use with one-to-one tutoring and as a classroom course, and it's the perfect resource to pair with a language-learning app. Where do I go next? Continue learning with Teach Yourself Complete Korean. Have some fun with our Short Stories in Korean for Intermediate Learners by Olly Richards. Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 85 years.
£13.49
John Murray Press The Crisis Casebook
Book SynopsisIt doesn't matter who you are or what business you're in, you are never far from a crisis. Edward Segal has profiled over 700 crises in his popular column on Forbes.com since 2020, from those affecting businesses and organizations to global celebrities and royalty. Here he builds that bank of real-life stories, developing the lessons and adding new unseen material, to reveal how global organizations and high-profile individuals have prevented, managed, and recovered from a variety of crisis situations. According to The Conference Board's C-Suite Outlook 2023, less than half of surveyed corporate executives around the world said they were ready for a pandemic or global health crisis; only 41% are prepared for cybersecurity crises; and only 39% have planned for financial instability. And these are just the tip of the iceberg of crisis triggers with others including recession, extreme climate events, terrorism, lawsuits, accidents, and allegations of sexual abuse. In The Crisis Casebook, Edward Segal expertly recounts the good, the bad, and the ugly ways companies and people have managed a variety of crisis situations showing you how to avoid crisis management mistakes that could damage your company's reputation, profits, and future - and your career.
£21.24
Thomas Nelson Publishers NKJV Personal Size Large Print Bible with 43000
Book SynopsisOffering a convenient size and a large print, this Bible also provides over 43,000 cross-references to help you study anywhere.You don’t have to sacrifice readability for portability. With the NKJV Large Print Personal Size Reference Bible, you get the full text of the popular New King James Version presented in a large print format that’s easy to carry. And with Thomas Nelson’s NKJV Comfort Print®, this edition is even easier to read. An extensive cross-reference system and other essential study resources make this a Bible you’ll want with you, wherever your day takes you.Features include: 43,000 end-of-page cross-references allow you to find related passages quickly and easily Full-color maps show a visual representation of locations and themes in the Bible Easy-to-navigate dictionary-concordance
£24.00
Thomas Nelson Publishers NKJV Personal Size Large Print Bible with 43000
Book SynopsisOffering a convenient size and a large print, this Bible also provides over 43,000 cross-references to help you study anywhere.You don’t have to sacrifice readability for portability. With the NKJV Large Print Personal Size Reference Bible, you get the full text of the popular New King James Version presented in a large print format that’s easy to carry. And with Thomas Nelson’s NKJV Comfort Print®, this edition is even easier to read. An extensive cross-reference system and other essential study resources make this a Bible you’ll want with you, wherever your day takes you.Features include: 43,000 end-of-page cross-references allow you to find related passages quickly and easily Full-color maps show a visual representation of locations and themes in the Bible Easy-to-navigate dictionary-concordance
£32.00
Thomas Nelson Publishers Lsb MacArthur Study Bible 2nd Edition Unleashing
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£41.24
Thomas Nelson Publishers Lsb MacArthur Study Bible 2nd Edition Unleashing
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£119.99
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Applied Linguistics
Book SynopsisIn this complete survey of the theories, methods, and key findings within applied linguistics, students are introduced to core research questions and the various approaches to tackling these.Trade Review“One of the main objectives of an introductory book should be to provide a springboard for future reading and studies. This book meets this objective, and does so in an amalgamation of work that is enjoyable and easy to read.” (International Journal of Applied Linguistics, 19 November 2014)Table of ContentsNotes on Contributors vii Acknowledgements ix 1 Introducing Applied Linguistics 1 li Wei Part I Language in Development 27 2 First Language Acquisition 29 Zhu Hua 3 Second and Additional Language Acquisition 46 Jean-Marc Dewaele 4 Language and the Brain 69 Marjorie Lorch Part II Language in Use 89 5 Language in Interaction 91 María Elena Placencia 6 Intercultural Communication 112 Zhu Hua 7 Literacy and Multimodality 130 li Wei, lisa J. McEntee-Atalianis and Marjorie Lorch Part III Language in Society 149 8 Language Diversity and Contact 151 Penelope Gardner-Chloros 9 Language, Identity and Power 172 Lisa J. McEntee-Atalianis 10 Language Planning and Language Policy 191 li Wei Part IV Language in Public Life 211 11 Language Assessment 213 li Wei 12 Language in Media, Health and Law 228 Malcolm Edwards 13 Translation and Interpreting 245 Malcolm Edwards Glossary 262 Resources List 270 li Wei and Zhu Hua References 285 Index 303
£26.55
Pearson Education FCE Gold Plus Teachers Resource Book
Book Synopsis"Gold Plus "is the updated edition of Gold, the trusted exam preparation course for adult and young adult learners. FCE Gold Plus corresponds to level B2 of the Common European Framework.
£33.06
Pearson Education Limited Level 3 Vanity Fair
Book SynopsisClassic / British English Becky Sharp, an intelligent young lady with no family or money, becomes a governess. But this type of life is not enough for her. She has big plans for herself. Is she clever enough to find success? Will she marry and be happy? Or will life be unkind to her?
£10.46
Pearson Education Limited Level 3 My Fair Lady
Book SynopsisContemporary / British English My Fair Lady is the story of a poor young flower-seller and a professor who doesn’t like women. The professor decides to teach the flower-seller to speak better English. He wants to change her from street-girl to lady. But what will he learn from her?
£10.40
Pearson Education Limited Level 3 Wizard of Oz
Book SynopsisOne day, a great storm takes Dorothy, and her dog Toto, to Oz. They have to follow the yellow brick road and find the Wizard of Oz to go home. Dorothy meets new friends; a scarecrow, a tin man, and a lion. Can they help her find the Wizard, and go home to her family?
£9.19
Pearson Education Limited Level 5 Island Hopping CLIL
Book SynopsisA penguin decides to look for a new home. Somewhere quiet, with more space. Let's go with her on a journey to different islands around the world...and see what we discover.
£7.02
Barcharts, Inc English Grammar Punctuation
Book SynopsisWhether you are looking for a better grade or just a refresher, get your thoughts onto paper the right way with the updated and expanded English Grammar & Punctuation QuickStudy guide. A concise review of the mechanics of the English language, this new edition features an additional panel of information, including more examples for easy comprehension. This guide will help anyone looking to sharpen their writing skills and avoid common grammar and punctuation pitfalls.
£10.63
Shell Educational Publishing 180 Days Writing for Kindergarten
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£17.25
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Forensic Linguistics
Book SynopsisNow in its third edition, this practical introduction to forensic linguistics is required reading for students of language and the law. It includes: new chapters on identifying forensic texts and important interactional aspects of the language used in legal contexts an additional chapter on forensic phonetics by Harry Hollien, a world renowned forensic phonetician an appendix of forensic texts for student study, and even more exercises and suggestions for further reading a companion website with a repository of statements, notes and examples referred to throughout the text.Trade Review[A]n extremely useful book for students and practitioners in a broad range of fields ... [including] law students, practising lawyers, students of applied linguistics, criminologists [and] police officers ... One of the strengths of the book is that real-life legal cases are referred to when illustrating theoretical points ... [A]n informative and accessible text. * New Zealand Studies in Applied Linguistics *This book is vital reading for students and researchers of forensic linguistics and will undoubtedly help to cement interest in the field. It is stunningly comprehensive, addressing a generous range of forensic-related themes and issues: from cyber-terrorism to suicide notes. It takes in spoken, written and computer-mediated communication, examines, in detail, key studies and cases, and is written in a limpid and engaging style. The book also usefully includes a number of practical exercises and insightful commentaries which will prove invaluable to readers wishing to sharpen their forensic analytical sensibilities. This new edition of Forensic Linguistics is a joy to read, and I will be recommending it to all of my students interested in the interface between language and society. -- Kevin Harvey, Lecturer in Applied Sociolinguistics, University of Nottingham, UKTable of ContentsIntroduction. Part I: Language as Forensic Evidence 1. The road to authorship 2. The author constructed 3. Time, variation and genre 4. Range of variation 5. Textual Variation 6. Forensic phonetics 7. Cybercrime Part Two: Dealing with linguistic Evidence 8. Forensic texts 9. Forensic transcription 10. Forensic authorship in practice 11. Investigating author variation in naturalistic data 12. Forensic linguistic evidence in court Part Three: The legal process: Language and the law 13. Power in legal contexts: The courts 14. Power in legal contexts: The police 15. Vulnerable witnesses Part Four: Language of the law 16. The law and us 17. The language of statutes Appendix 1: Forensic texts Appendix 2: Exercises and exercise commentaries Appendix 3: Active researchers in the field of the forensic linguistics Bibliography Author Index Subject Index
£33.24
John Murray Press Complete Nepali Beginner to Intermediate Course
Book SynopsisAre you looking for a complete course in Nepali which takes you effortlessly from beginner to confident speaker? Whether you are starting from scratch, or are just out of practice, Complete Nepali will guarantee success!Now fully updated to make your language learning experience fun and interactive. You can still rely on the benefits of a top language teacher and our years of teaching experience, but now with added learning features within the course and online. The course is structured in thematic units and the emphasis is placed on communication, so that you effortlessly progress from introducing yourself and dealing with everyday situations, to using the phone and talking about work. By the end of this course, you will be at Level B2 of the Common European Framework for Languages: Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.L
£999.99
John Murray Press Aitchisons Linguistics
Book Synopsis Is this the right book for me?This classic book is a straightforward introduction to linguistics which attempts to answer two fundamental questions: ''What is language?'' and ''How does language work?'' It outlines the scope of linguistics, explaining basic concepts and essential terminology with examples drawn mainly from English. Sound patterning, syntax and meaning - the inner core of linguistics - are discussed simply and clearly, as are the rapidly growing areas of pragmatics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics and stylistics. You will find this contemporary, easy-to-read book essential to broadening your understanding of the subtleties and power of language.Learn effortlessly with easy-to-read page design and interactive features:Not got much time?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.Author insightsLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, bTable of Contents : Preface 01: What is linguistics? 02: What is language? 03: The study of language 04: Deciding where to begin 05: Sound patterns 06: Words and pieces of words 07: Sentence patterns 08: Meaning 09: Using language 10: Language and society 11: Language and mind 12: Language and style 13: Language change 14: Comparing languages 15: Attitudes towards change 16: Seeking a suitable framework 17: Trouble with transformations 18: Back to basics : Epilogue : Further reading : List of symbols and abbreviations : Phonetics: the study of speech sounds : Index
£13.49
John Murray Press Complete Bengali Beginner to Intermediate Course
Book SynopsisThis product is most effective when used in conjunction with the corresponding book.- You can purchase the book and double CD as a pack (ISBN: 9781444106862)- The book is also sold separately (ISBN: 9781444106060)(copy and paste the ISBN number into the search bar to find these products)Are you looking for a complete course in Bengali which takes you effortlessly from beginner to confident speaker? Whether you are starting from scratch, or are just out of practice, Complete Bengali will guarantee success!Now fully updated to make your language learning experience fun and interactive. You can still rely on the benefits of a top language teacher and our years of teaching experience, but now with added learning features within the course and online.The course is structured in thematic units and the emphasis is placed on communication, so that you effortlessly progress from introducing yourself and dealing with everyday situations, to usTable of Contents : Preface : Script diagrams : Part One: Sounds and script : Review of part one : Part Two: Conversation and grammar : Finding out about someone : Talking to a rickshawallah : Buying fruit and vegetables : Finding out about schools : Arranging a visit : Health and diet : Meeting an artist : Talking to a child : Conversation on a train : Telling stories : Meeting a writer : Learning Bengali : Review of Part Two : Part Three: Literature : The tailor-bird and the cat : Sakuntala : Satyajit Ray : Tagore in England : The Bangladesh War : Shamsur Rahman : The coming of the monsoon : Jibanananda Das : Review of Part Three : Key to the exercises : Glossary : Grammatical index
£32.39
John Murray Press Living Spanish
Book SynopsisThis new 5th edition includes an up-to-date culture and vocabulary guide, allowing you to broaden your knowledge of contemporary language and customs.Do you want to learn Spanish or brush up what you know already? Are you looking for a course with a traditional approach to language learning, based on solid grammatical foundations, translation skills and practical vocabulary? If so, this is the course for you.The material covers a variety of everyday topics in a simple, concise manner. There are plenty of examples and explanations to illustrate how the language works and to build confidence. Each unit, designed to build systematically on what you have already learned, contains:- clear grammar explanations- vocabulary lists- reading material consisting of a story, dialogue or letter- questions for speaking practice- exercises- 32pp test-yourself section giving you extra practice and allowing you to monitor your progress as you go through th
£15.29
John Murray Press Willkommen 2 German Intermediate course
Book SynopsisWillkommen! 2 Intermediate course is a brand new multi-format German adult learning programme for classroom and home use. This listing is for the activity book. Also available is a coursebook, course pack, and CD and DVD set (see below for details).Created in consultation with teachers and learners it''s the perfect follow-up to the Willkommen! Beginner''s course and takes your learning further. It can also be used as a starting point for study to review and build on existing knowledge.This Activity Book contains hundreds of extra practice and review activities linked to the coursebook units.The course is full of learning features to help you progress in reading, writing, listening and speaking German. It''s designed for classroom use but is also suitable for home study.-Reviews A1 and then maps from A2 to B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages-10 learning units - plus extensive grammar sectiTable of Contents : Support Book : Key to exercises : Audio transcripts : Audio content : CD1 : Lektion 1 - Lektion 6 : CD2 : Lektion 7 - Lektion 12
£16.99
John Murray Press Complete German Learn German with Teach Yourself
Book Synopsis Do you want to develop a solid understanding of German and communicate confidently with others?Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete German will equip you with the skills you need to use German in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way.What will I achieve by the end of the course?By the end of Complete German you will have a solid intermediate-level grounding in the four key skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening - and be able to communicate with confidence and accuracy.Is this course for me?If you want to move confidently from beginner to intermediate level, this is the course for you. It's perfect for the self-study learner, with a one-to-one tutor, or for the beginner classroom. It can also be used as a refresher course.What do I get?
£28.49
John Murray Press Spanish Grammar You Really Need To Know Teach
Book SynopsisComprehensive and clear explanations of key grammar patterns and structures are reinforced and contextualized through authentic materials. You will not only learn how to construct grammar correctly, but when and where to use it so you sound natural and appropriate. Spanish Grammar You Really Need to Know will help you gain the intuition you need to become a confident communicator in your new language. Table of Contents : Introduction : Glossary of grammatical terms 01: Asking for and giving personal information 02: Identifying people, places and things 03: Describing people, places and things 04: Expressing existence and availability 05: Expressing location 06: Expressing possession 07: Expressing obligation and needs 08: Talking about the present 09: Talking about habitual actions 10: Stating possibility, capacity and permission 11: Describing processes and procedures 12: Expressing wants and preferences 13: Expressing likes and dislikes 14: Asking and giving opinions 15: Referring to future plans and events 16: Making requests and offers 17: Referring to the recent past 18: Referring to past events 19: Describing the past 20: Giving directions and instructions 21: Expressing emotional reactions, possibility and doubt 22: Expressing wishes and orders 23: Expressing conditions : Reference grammar : Irregular verbs : Key to the exercises : Spanish-English vocabulary : English-Spanish vocabulary : Taking it further : Index
£13.49
John Murray Press Russian Grammar You Really Need To Know Teach
Book SynopsisDo you want to bring clarity to your communication by...-getting to grips with the building blocks of Russian?-learning the right language for the right context?-speaking and writing with ease and style?In this Russian course you''ll find comprehensive and clear explanations of key grammar patterns and structures. These are reinforced and contextualized through authentic materials. You''ll learn how to to construct Russian grammar correctly and when and where to use it so you sound natural and appropriate. Russian Grammar You Really Need to Know will help you gain the intuition you need to become a confident communicator in your new language. Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.Table of Contents : Meet the author : Only got a minute? : Only got 5 minutes? : Only got 10 minutes? : Introduction Unit 1: Getting started 1.1: The Cyrillic alphabet 1.2: The stressed syllable 1.3: Spelling rules 1.4: Ten things to remember Unit 2: Nouns 2.1: Using nouns 2.2: Gender of nouns 2.3: Cases 2.4: Nominative case - singular 2.5: Nominative case - plural 2.6: Nominative case - irregular plurals 2.7: Accusative case - singular 2.8: Accusative case - plural 2.9: Accusative case - irregular plurals 2.10: Genitive case - singular 2.11: Genitive case - plural 2.12: Genitive case - irregular plurals 2.13: Dative case - singular 2.14: Dative case - plural 2.15: Instrumental case - singular 2.16: Instrumental case - plural 2.17: Prepositional case - singular 2.18: Prepositional case - plural 2.19: Six-case summary 2.20: Ten things to remember Unit 3: Adjectives (1) 3.1: Using adjectives 3.2: Cases and groups of adjectives 3.3: Unstressed adjectives (nominative singular and plural) 3.4: Stressed adjectives (nominative singular and plural) 3.5: Soft adjectives 3.6: Possessive adjectives (nominative singular and plural) 3.7: Reflexive possessive adjectives (nominative singular and plural) 3.8: Accusative singular of adjectives 3.9: Accusative plural of adjectives 3.10: Genitive singular of adjectives 3.11: Genitive plural of adjectives 3.12: Dative singular of adjectives 3.13: Dative plural of adjectives 3.14: Instrumental singular of adjectives 3.15: Instrumental plural of adjectives 3.16: Prepositional singular of adjectives 3.17: Prepositional plural of adjectives 3.18: Ten things to remember Unit 4: Adjectives (2) 4.1: Long and short forms of adjectives 4.2: Comparative adjectives - long form 4.3: Comparative adjectives - short form 4.4: Comparative constructions with adjectives 4.5: Superlative adjectives 4.6: Ten things to remember Unit 5: Adverbs 5.1: Adverbs of manner 5.2: Adverbs of time, place and extent 5.3: Comparative adverbs 5.4: Superlative adverbs 5.5: Ten things to remember Unit 6: Numerals 6.1: Cardinal numerals 6.2: Cardinal numerals - case endings 6.3: Using cardinal numerals with nouns and adjectives 6.4: Ordinal numerals 6.5: Telling the time 6.6: Dealing with dates 6.7: Quantities, age and distance 6.8: Ten things to remember Unit 7: Pronouns 7.1: Personal pronouns 7.2: Possessive pronouns 7.3: Interrogative pronouns 7.4: Demonstrative pronouns 7.5: Determinative pronouns 7.6: Reflexive pronouns 7.7: Relative pronouns 7.8: Indefinite pronouns 7.9: Ten things to remember Unit 8: Verbs (1) 8.1: Using verbs: the infinitive and the present tense 8.2: Regular present tense 8.3: Consonant changes in the present tense 8.4: Irregular present tense 8.5: The present tense of to be, to have, to be able, to want 8.6: The present tense of reflexive verbs 8.7: Ten things to remember Unit 9: Verbs (2) 9.1: Using verbs: the future and past tenses; 9.2: Compound future 9.3: Simple future 9.4: Imperfective past 9.5: Perfective past 9.6: Ten things to remember Unit 10: Verbs (3) 10.1: Verbs of motion 10.2: Conditions 10.3: Imperatives (commands) 10.4: Negatives 10.5: Impersonal constructions 10.6: Indirect statement and question 10.7: Indirect command, wish and purpose (subjunctive) 10.8: Conjunctions 10.9: Ten things to remember Unit 11: Prepositions 11.1: Using prepositions 11.2: Prepositions: place 11.3: Prepositions: motion and direction 11.4: Time 11.5: Setting the scene 11.6: Prepositions which follow verbs 11.7: Ten things to remember : Taking it further : Key to exercises : Glossary of grammatical terms
£13.49
John Murray Press Portuguese Grammar You Really Need To Know Teach
Book SynopsisComprehensive and clear explanations of key grammar patterns and structures are reinforced and contextualized through authentic materials. You will not only learn how to construct grammar correctly, but when and where to use it so you sound natural and appropriate. Portuguese Grammar You Really Need to Know will help you gain the intuition you need to become a confident communicator in your new language.
£13.49
John Murray Press Welsh Grammar You Really Need to Know Teach
Book SynopsisComprehensive and clear explanations of key grammar patterns and structures are reinforced and contextualized through authentic materials. You will not only learn how to construct grammar correctly, but when and where to use it so you sound natural and appropriate. Welsh Grammar You Really Need to Know will help you gain the intuition you need to become a confident communicator in your new language.
£13.49
John Murray Press Get Started in Writing Science Fiction and
Book SynopsisYOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO WRITING AWESOME AND AMAZING FICTION FROM ANOTHER DIMENSION.This is an authoritative and engaging introduction to writing science fiction and fantasy for the complete beginner. This book provides all the information, guidance, and advice you need to write great science fiction to captivate your readers. It will help you understand how the genre works, the big dos and don''ts - as well as giving you the inspiration and motivation you actually need to write. Written by a leading Science Fiction novelist and a Professor in Creative Writing at the University of London - you''ll discover how to let your creativity flow, create incredible worlds, and get your novel finished.ABOUT THE SERIESThe Teach Yourself Creative Writing series helps aspiring authors tell their story. Covering a range of genres from science fiction and romantic novels, to illustrated children''s books and comedy, this series is packed with advice, exercises
£11.69
Amberley Publishing A Mind at Play
Book SynopsisA prize-winning biography of one of the foremost intellects of the twentieth century: Claude Shannon, the neglected architect of the Information Age.Trade Review‘A long overdue, insightful and humane portrait of this eccentric and towering genius.’ -- Walter Isaacson, bestselling author of STEVE JOBs‘A welcome and inspiring account of a largely unsung hero - unsung because, the authors suggest, he accomplished something so fundamental that it’s difficult to imagine a world without it.' -- Kirkus Reviews‘An exceptionally elegant and authoritative portrait… Sonni and Goodman’s elucidations of Claude Shannon’s theories are gems of conciseness and clarity.' -- Sylvia Nasar, author of the bestselling A BEAUTIFUL MIND, winner of the National Books Critics Award
£17.09
Sage Publications Ltd An Introduction to Secondary Data Analysis with
Book SynopsisMany professional, high-quality surveys collect data on people's behaviour, experiences, lifestyles and attitudes. The data they produce is more accessible than ever before. This book provides students with a comprehensive introduction to using this data, as well as transactional data and big data sources, in their own research projects. Here you will find all you need to know about locating, accessing, preparing and analysing secondary data, along with step-by-step instructions for using IBM SPSS Statistics. You will learn how to: Create a robust research question and design that suits secondary analysis Locate, access and explore data online Understand data documentation Check and 'clean' secondary data Manage and analyse your data to produce meaningful results Replicate analyses of data in published articles and books Using case studies and video animations to illustrate each step Trade Review′For a generation we have been waiting for a really good introduction to secondary data analysis. This is it.′ -- Malcolm Williams‘A concise, compelling and engaging new text, this is a valuable addition to the bookshelves of anyone wanting to really get to grips with secondary data analysis.’ -- Alasdair Rae‘An excellent text that engages with the real-world practice of analysing existing quantitative data resources. The book covers the neglected issues of data documentation, data management, and replication that are central to effective research.’ -- Roxanne Connelly‘There are lots of books about statistics. But there are very few that tell students what they really need to know: how to acquire and manage data, and how to use them to answer questions relevant to their studies. This book fills the gap in a clearly written and user-friendly way, and is full of interesting and practical examples. It should be core reading.’ -- Richard Harris′MacInnes shows newcomers the possibilities before them and teaches the safeguards needed to make the most of secondary data.’ -- Michael Hout′Accessibly written, this is a friendly and indispensable companion for any student embarking on a secondary data analysis project. A breath of fresh air.’ -- Luke SloanTable of ContentsChapter 1: Secondary Data Analysis: The Evidence is Out There Chapter 2: Understanding the Basics of Statistics Chapter 3: Doing Secondary Data Analysis in Five Minutes Chapter 4: Getting Started with SPSS Chapter 5: Dealing with Data Documentation Chapter 6: Replicating Published Analyses Chapter 7: Preparing Your Data Chapter 8: Managing and Manipulating Data Chapter 9: Introducing Linear Regression Chapter 10: Getting Started with Logistic Regression Chapter 11: Using Binary Logistic Regression Chapter 12: Practising Regression Skills With Replication Chapter 13: A Look Back: How to Enjoy ‘An Avalanche of Numbers’
£38.94
Pan Macmillan Reading With Patrick
Book SynopsisReading with Patrick is the true story of a teacher, a student who lost his way and the redemptive power of books.Trade ReviewReading with Patrick [is] Michelle Kuo's rich memoir of her literary friendship with a student in a small town in the Mississippi Delta * TLS *Remarkable . . . Honest, generous, humble and wise, Reading with Patrick will endure as a defining story for our times, and, abidingly, a testament to the power of language and of books. -- Claire Messud, author of The Emperor’s Children and The Woman Upstairs'Honest, thoughtful, and humane, Kuo’s book is not only a testament to a remarkable friendship, but a must-read for anyone interested in social justice and race in America. Thoughtfully provocative reading.' * Kirkus Reviews *This book is special and could not be more right on time. An absorbing, tender, and surprisingly honest examination of race and privilege. -- Wes Moore, author of The Other Wes MooreRiveting . . . An empathetic story of connection: between a dedicated teacher and her student, between history and our current times, and between literature and life. It is hard to imagine a more inspiring testament to the transformative power of reading. -- Elliot Holt, author of You Are One of ThemA gorgeous, urgent and heartbreaking memoir. -- Darcy Frey, author of The Last ShotI delighted in this book and read it in a single weekend. Reading with Patrick is a significant work that could swell the ranks of highly motivated and qualified teachers—people who understand they are not just transferring information but transforming lives -- Bill Moyers[A] tender memoir. * O, the Oprah Magazine *Table of ContentsIntroduction - i: Introduction Unit - 1: Part I Chapter - 1: A Raisin in the Sun Chapter - 2: The Free Write Chapter - 3: The Fire Next Time Unit - 2: Part II Chapter - 4: The Death of Ivan Ilyich Unit - 3: Part III Chapter - 5: Crime and Punishment Chapter - 6: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Chapter - 7: He Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven Chapter - 8: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass Chapter - 9: I Have Read Everything on This Paper (The Guilty Plea) Chapter - 10: To Paula in Late Spring Unit - 4: Part IV Chapter - 11: Easter Morning Section - ii: Author’s Note Acknowledgements - iii: Acknowledgments
£15.29
Bristol University Press Fiction and Research
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£57.00
BUP - Policy Press Using Documents in Research When Where Why and How
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£27.54
Pearson Education Limited Cutting Edge Advanced New Edition Workbook
Book SynopsisCutting Edge Advanced New Edition builds on the distinctive task-based approach that has made this course so popular. Engaging texts, new video content and a comprehensive digital package are just some of the features that make this fully revised edition even more effective.Table of Contents Unit 1 Global Living Unit 2 Strong Emotion Unit 3 In the Money Unit 4 Self-Help Unit 5 How You Come Across Unit 6 Live and Learn Unit 7 Taste Unit 8 Live and Let Live Unit 9 Things to Come Unit 10 Truth and Lies
£22.19
Pearson Education Limited Gold Experience B1 Workbook without key
Book SynopsisA workbook focused specifically on all the vocabulary and grammar areas taught in the Students’ Book and is suitable for both use in the classroom or homework.
£12.72
Pearson Education Limited Level 5: Land of New Hope CLIL AmE
Pearson English Kids Readers bring the joy of reading to young learners of English. Children will love discovering the range stories and topics in this series - adventures, fairy tales, popular characters, the world around us. With more than 70 titles across 6 language levels, there is a book to suit every young reader. Find out more at english.com/readers
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Pearson Education Expert Advanced 3rd Edition Coursebook with CD
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Pearson Education Expert First 3rd Edition Coursebook with CD Pack
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Pearson Education Limited PELT 5E BkDVD Pack
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Pearson Education Limited Focus BrE 1 Workbook
Book SynopsisFocus is a rich, varied, carefully levelled course for upper secondary students. Specially designed to motivate older teens, it helps them to track their level and achieve the exam results they need. With its unique blended learning package, Focus is the flexible course that gets results.
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Headline Publishing Group The Modern Bestiary
Book SynopsisFrom the familiar to the improbable, the gross to the endearing, The Modern Bestiary is a compendium of curious creatures. It includes both animals that have made headlines and those you''ve probably never heard of, such as skin-eating caecilians, harp sponges, or zombie worms - also known as bone-eating snot flowers. Arranged by elements (Earth, Water, Air), The Modern Bestiary contains well-known species told from new, unexpected angles (rats that drive cars; fish that communicate by passing wind), as well as stranger and lesser-known creatures, including carnivorous mice that howl at the moon, cross-dressing cuttlefish, and antechinuses - small marsupials that literally mate themselves to death. Finally, there are the ''aliens on Earth'' - the incredible, the surreal, the magical - such as tardigrades, tongue-eating lice and immortal jellyfish, creatures so astonishing that they make unicorns look rather commonplace.Written by a zoologist with a flair foTrade ReviewEveryone who loves wildlife - especially fantastically weird and cringingly gross wildlife - should read this masterful book. * Mark Carwardine, author/presenter of Last Chance to See *Even after half a century - and counting - as a professional zoologist, I encountered new and intriguing facts on every page, all conveyed in an easy, friendly style. If ever there was a book that highlighted the bewildering wonders of the natural world, and the need for their conservation, this is it. * Michael Brooke, author of Far from Land *If you love animals, especially ones with unsavoury habits, this book is for you. Entries are crafted with affection, cast-iron scholarship and an unyielding dedication to exposing as much hilarious weirdness as the animal kingdom can offer. And that, it appears, is rather a lot. This is a book to adore. * Tom Moorhouse, author of Elegy for a River *This modern bestiary is a magnificent miscellany that will amuse and amaze. From butterflies that make crocodiles cry and penis-fencing slugs to fish that live inside sea cucumbers' bottoms - the natural world is stranger than you could ever imagine. * George McGavin, entomologist, author and TV presenter *The Modern Bestiary provides a fascinating, accessible and humorous insight into the wonders of the natural world. Packed with incredible facts and jaw-dropping insights into wildlife ecology, anatomy and behaviour, it is a genuine delight. * Amy Dickman, director of Oxford University’s Wildlife Conservation Research Unit *Just when you thought the natural world couldn't get any more bizarre, you turn the page and learn about a small marsupial that mates itself to death. There's plenty inside this beautifully written book to make you laugh, squirm and - perhaps most importantly - appreciate how lucky we are to not have to live inside an anus. * Yussef Rafik, zoologist and wildlife TV presenter *An illuminating compendium of some weird and wonderful creatures. * Observer *'Addictive ... The Modern Bestiary offers excitement on a grand scale' * Times Literary Supplement *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Whitakers 2017
Book SynopsisQuite simply, Whitaker's 2017 is the perfect book for anyone interested in current affairs and general knowledge. In its 149th edition, the book has been completely revised and updated, using the most authoritative sources available.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC A Writers Journal Workbook
Book SynopsisA writer will change and grow many times in their writing life. This Journal Workbook aims to champion this journey. It answers those tricky questions writers long to ask, shares secret practices to inspire their writing confidence, and free their unique gifts from common obstacles and writing worries. In this Journal Workbook you will discover surprising new techniques from acting, neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and spirituality to re-wild your creativity and empower your writing craft. Writing can seem overwhelming. You long to be a writer, but where do you start?And how do you bridge the gap between where you are right now and where you want to go? How do you discover your voice? What does that even mean? And what can you do to improve your writing? Or discover what you want to write about? This is not a book about getting published or finding an agent. This is a book about finding you. Finding your voice. Trusting your talent. Your creativity. It is about puttiTrade ReviewA wonderful warm hug of a book, packed with practical help and inspiring goodness. Just the tonic to boost the morale of any writer. -- Chris Callaghan * Goodreads *Full of nuggets of wisdom from beginning to end. Packed full of goodies, gems and guidance. -- Emma Perry * Waterstones review *This book is like an invisible hand on one's shoulder supporting and empowering the writer as one takes the first tentative step on their writing path ... I felt [Lucy] wrote it, especially for me. * Amazon review *Table of ContentsIntroduction - Your secret power: what A Writer's Journal Workbook can do for you Part I - Surprising solutions to common questions: Tips, tricks and writing prompts Part II - Practice: The secret habits of a happy writer Resources
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John Murray Press Hindi Tutor Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook Learn
Book Synopsis Do you want to communicate easily and freely in Hindi?Master Hindi grammar and broaden your vocabulary with your very own Hindi Tutor. This contemporary interactive workbook features 200 activities across a range of grammar and vocabulary points with clear goals, concise explanations, and real-world tasks. By studying and practising Hindi grammar you''ll understand how the language really works and be able to speak Hindi with clarity and ease.What will I learn?The Hindi Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook covers a comprehensive range of the most useful and common grammar and vocabulary in Hindi. You can follow along unit by unit, or dip in and dip out to address your weak areas. As you progress, you will be introduced to new vocabulary and combine it with the grammar to complete extensive exercises. You will then practice the language through authentic reading and writing practice. You will achieve a solid upper intermediate level* of Hindi grammar.
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John Murray Press Complete Babylonian
Book SynopsisDesigned for complete beginners, and tested for years with real learners, Complete Babylonian offers a bridge from the textbook to the real world, enabling you to learn the grammar, understand the vocabulary and even how to translate the inscriptions and texts from this ancient cradle of civilization. Structured around authentic material, and introducing cuneiform script for those who wish to take their understanding further, this course also features: -47 short learning units plus glossary and reference section-Authentic materials - language taught through key texts-Teaches the key skills - reading and understanding Babylonian grammar and vocabulary-Covers cuneiform script - one of the earliest written forms-Self tests and learning activities - see and track your own progressA book at once lucid, reliable and exciting. No other teacher in the world could have managed it. All his pupils are fortunate.Irving Finkel, The BritisTable of Contents : INTRODUCTION : The Language’s Relatives and Development : What about Assyrian? : A note on Sumerian : Pronunciation : About the exercises : THE CUNEIFORM SCRIPT, TRANSLITERATION AND NORMALIZATION : Phonetic writing : Sumerographic writing and phonetic complements : Determinatives : The cuneiform script: how it evolved : Transliteration : Which sign is being used to write a syllable? : Normalization : SOME GENERAL FEATURES OF THE LANGUAGE : Roots and patterns : Position of the verb within the sentence : Articles : Pronouns as subjects of verbs : Sound changes : Syllables and division into syllables (‘syllabification’) : Sound change 1: vowel elision : Sound change 2: vowel contraction : Sound change 3: assimilation of consonants : OVERVIEW OF NOUNS AND ADJECTIVES : Case : Gender : Number : Words functioning as nouns : NOUNS AND ADJECTIVES, SINGULAR : The second millennium BC : The first millennium BC : NOUNS AND ADJECTIVES, PLURAL : The second millennium BC : Masculine nouns: : Masculine adjectives: : Feminine nouns and adjectives: : The first millennium BC : HOW TO SAY ‘OF’: THE ‘CONSTRUCT STATE’ : Origin of ‘construct’ forms : Formation of the ‘construct state’ in the singular : Formation of the ‘construct state’ in the plural : Use of the singular and plural construct forms : ADVERBS AND LOCATIVES : OVERVIEW OF VERBS : The four verb systems : The sub-systems: tn and t : ‘Weak’ verbs : Verbs with ‘a’ and verbs with ‘e’ : Tenses : Pronouns and gender : Summary : THE PRESENT : Forming the present for non-weak verbs s : Forming the present for weak verbs : THE PRETERITE : THE PERFECT : THE STATIVE : VERBAL FORMS FOR ALL PERSONS : HOW TO EXPRESS WISHES AND COMMANDS : SUBORDINATE CLAUSES : VERBS AND THE DIRECTION OF MOTION : PRONOUNS : THE DUAL : A FEW TRICKS OF THE TRADE : Sandhi spellings : Puns : Unorthodox syllable divisions : Special sign readings : Alphabetic influence : Rebus writings : Scribal errors resulting from copying : Scribal errors resulting from dictation : The structure of poetic lines : Structural parallelism : FURTHER READING : APPENDIX: GLOSSED CUNEIFORM READINGS : GLOSSARY
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John Murray Press LANGUAGE HACKING FRENCH Learn How to Speak French
Book SynopsisCrack the Code and Get Fluent Faster!I had to learn [a new language] in a handful of days for a TV interview. I asked Benny for help and his advice was invaluable. - Tim Ferriss What if you could skip the years of study and jump right to speaking French? Sound crazy? No, it''s language hacking. It''s about learning what''s indispensable, skipping what''s not - and using what you''ve learned to have real conversations in French - from day one!Unlike most traditional language courses that try to teach you the rules of a language, Language Hacking French, shows you how to learn and speak French immediately through proven memory techniques, unconventional shortcuts and conversation strategies perfect by one of the world''s greatest language learners, Benny Lewis, aka the Irish Polyglot. The Method Language Hacking takes a modern approach to language learning, blending the power
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John Murray Press LANGUAGE HACKING GERMAN Learn How to Speak German
Book Synopsis Crack the Code and Get Fluent Faster!''Ten years ago, Lewis spoke only English. But constant travel, along with a buoyant attitude, has unmasked the polyglot within.''-National Geographic#LanguageHacking is a state of mind. It''s about ditching excuses, using shortcuts and taking risks. It''s about learning what''s indispensable, skipping what''s not - and most importantly speaking from day one!How''s it different?Unlike traditional language courses that are organized by level of difficulty, #LanguageHacking German focuses on the language and conversations you need to master so you can start speaking immediately, not after years of study.Key features- 10 ''mission-based'' units that build up to an easy-to-achieve speaking goal- 10 simple and effective ''language hacks'' to exponentially boost fluency- 28 model conversations and hundreds of the most frequent and useful ''powe
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