Dictionaries, Reference & Language Books
John Murray Press LANGUAGE HACKING SPANISH Learn How to Speak
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 Spanish? 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 Spanish - from day one!Unlike most traditional language courses that try to teach you the rules of a language, Language Hacking Spanish, shows you how to learn and speak Spanish 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
£19.79
John Murray Press Beginners English Learn AMERICAN English as a
Book SynopsisDo you want a solid foundation to your English studies?If you are looking for a solid foundation to your language studies for school, work or travel, this engaging course will get you speaking, writing, reading and understanding English in no time. Through authentic conversations, clear language presentations, and extensive practice and review, you will learn the English you need to communicate naturally in everyday situations - from booking a hotel room to talking about friends and family.What will I learn?The course focuses on American English but offers British alternatives. Basic English is slowly and carefully introduced to ensure you progress confidently through the course and build up a foundation to allow you to feel confident in everyday situations and move to the next level of your learning. It teaches grammar, vocabulary and listening, reading, writing, speaking and pronunciation skills. By the end of the course you will reach a solid Novice
£11.69
John Murray Press Animal Languages
Book SynopsisA fascinating and philosophical exploration of animal intelligence and the way animals communicate with each other, and us.Trade ReviewA fascinating and accessible new book about how animals communicate * Guardian *Fascinating stories and there is much to learn from them . . . Meijer proves that many animals are sophisticated, more intelligent than we may have assumed and often surprising * Spectator *Eva Meijer is on a mission to redefine the relationship between humans and animals . . . a bold and progressive vision of a future just beyond the horizon in which humankind gets better at sharing the Earth by simply learning how to listen * Herald *Fascinating . . . offers insight into the methods different species use to communicate with each other * Daily Mail *Overflowing with fabulously entertaining anecdotes * Strong Words *
£10.44
John Murray Press Arabic Script Hacking
Book SynopsisUsing a unique, tried and tested algorithm, this book teaches you how to quickly and efficiently recognise letters and common words in Arabic script. Whether you''re travelling and want to understand the words around you, or preparing to learn Arabic and want to master the basics, this is the book for you. In this book you will find: An introduction to Arabic script Plenty of practice activities to help you recognise each letter of the alphabet Helpful mnemonics to make you remember the shape of each letter Accompanying audio files so you know how to pronounce letters and words Handy tips to help you decipher common and familiar words The audio for this course can be downloaded from the Teach Yourself Library app or streamed at library.teachyourself.com.Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.
£10.44
John Murray Press Greek Script Hacking
Book SynopsisUsing a unique, tried and tested algorithm, this book teaches you how to quickly and efficiently recognize letters and common words in Greek script. Whether you''re travelling and want to understand the words around you, or preparing to learn Greek and want to master the basics, this is the book for you. In this book you will find: An introduction to Greek script Plenty of practice activities to help you recognize each letter of the alphabet Helpful mnemonics to make you remember the shape of each letter Accompanying audio files so you know how to pronounce letters and words Handy tips to help you decipher common and familiar words The audio for this course can be downloaded from the Teach Yourself Library app or streamed at library.teachyourself.com.Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.
£10.44
John Murray Press Hindi Script Hacking
Book Synopsis Using a unique, tried and tested algorithm, this book teaches you how to quickly and efficiently recognize letters and common words in Hindi (Devanagari) script. Whether you''re traveling and want to understand the words around you, or preparing to learn Hindi and want to master the basics, this is the book for you. In this book you will find:An introduction to Hindi (Devanagari) scriptPlenty of practice activities to help you recognize each letter of the alphabetHelpful mnemonics to help you remember the shape of each letterAccompanying audio files, so you know how to pronounce letters and wordsHandy tips to help you decipher common and familiar words The audio for this course can be downloaded from the Teach Yourself Library app or streamed at library.teachyourself.com Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 80 years.
£10.44
Hodder & Stoughton General Division Short Stories in German for Beginners
Book SynopsisAn unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners.I love Olly''s work - and you will too! - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in German for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when reading.What does this book give you? Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making reading fun, while you learn a wide range of new vocabulary Controlled language at your level, including the 1000 most frequent words, to help you progress confidently Authentic spoken dialogues, Trade ReviewAs researchers in language acquisition, we need to study people like you. * Stephen Krashen, Emeritus Professor, University of Southern California *Olly's advice on language learning is the real deal, and I recommend you pay attention to what he has to say! * Benny Lewis, Fluent in 3 Months *When we wanted to create a free online course on how to learn a language we asked Olly to write it with us. * Dr Tita Beaven, The Open University *Learning a language is challenging, but it's one of the best things you can do for your brain and your learning skill set... Olly Richards is doing some seriously incredible work to empower more and more people to rise to the challenge. * Jonathan Levi *Olly bridges the gap between theory and practice by helping you to use scientific principles to get real results with your language learning. * Anthony Metivier, Magnetic Memory Method *
£10.44
Sage Publications Ltd Essentials of Business Research
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£43.69
Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Language Testing and Assessment
Book SynopsisAek Phakiti is Associate Professor in TESOL in the Sydney School Education and Social Work, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, at the University of Sydney, Australia. He is co-editor of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics: A Practical Resource (Bloomsbury Academic, 2015) and author of Experimental Research Methods in Language Learning (Bloomsbury Academic, 2014).Table of ContentsPART I: Language Testing and Assessment 1: Language Testing and Assessment in Contexts 2: Key Considerations in Language Testing and Assessment 3: Cycles of Language Testing and Assessment 4: Current Issues and Trends in Language Testing and Assessment PART II: Assessment Methods and Techniques 5: Common Test Techniques 6: Self- and Peer-assessment 7: Scales and Rating Scales PART III: Assessing Language Areas 8: Assessing Listening 9: Assessing Speaking 10: Assessing Reading 11: Assessing Writing 12: Assessing Other Language Areas PART IV: Operationalization of Language Tests and Assessments 13: Test Specifications and Developments 14: Basic Statistics, Test Analyses, Displays and Reports References Glossary of key terms in language testing and assessment Appendices Indexes
£23.74
Edinburgh University Press Thomas De Quincey Dark Interpreter
Book SynopsisThis book investigates how De Quincey's writing was shaped by his work as a translator.Trade Review"This passionately argued and engagingly written book opens up new vistas onto De Quincey's ways of reading and writing 'as an interpreter'. Reappraising De Quincey's cosmopolitan, multilingual profile, De Groote locates him convincingly?- and fascinatingly -?at the centre of Romantic-period cross-cultural dialogues and intersections.?" -Diego Saglia, University of Parma
£19.94
Orion Publishing Co All the Knowledge in the World
Book Synopsis''Witty and geekily eclectic'' The TimesAn erudite and amusing exploration'' Financial Times''Full of jawdropping facts'' Mail on Sunday''Remarkable . . . engrossing'' Sunday Times''A pleasure'' Spectator''An infectiously enthusiastic history'' Times Literary SupplementThe encyclopaedia once shaped our understanding of the world. Now these huge books sell for almost nothing on eBay while we derive information from our phones. What have we lost in this transition? All the Knowledge in the World tracks the story from Ancient Greece to Wikipedia, from modest single-volumes to the 11,000-volume Chinese manuscript that was too big to print. It exposes how encyclopaedias reflect our changing attitudes towards sexuality, race and technology, uncovers a fascinating part of our shared past and wonders whether the promise of complete knowledge - that most human of ambitions - will forever be beyond our grasp.<Trade ReviewWitty and geekily eclectic . . . celebrates encyclopaedias in all their quirky, leatherbound glory * THE TIMES *Simon Garfield's history of the encyclopaedia is full of jawdropping facts, and he turns what might have been a dry subject into an enjoyable, quirky, highly informative tour . . . fascinating * MAIL ON SUNDAY *A delightful romp through the history of trying to summarise all there is to be known. Simon Garfield displays his inimitable mix of curiosity, learnedness and wit -- TIM HARFORDRemarkable . . . engrossing. It is impossible to give readers an impression of the scope and power of Garfield's knowledge and imagination * SUNDAY TIMES *An erudite and amusing exploration of the human quest for knowledge * FINANCIAL TIMES *Simon Garfield's fascinating story of encyclopaedias is itself brilliantly encyclopaedic -- DAVID CRYSTALAll human life is here - and animal, vegetable and mineral life, too -- HARRY MOUNTA pleasure. Garfield writes fluidly, cheerily and charmingly, even while the breeziness does not detract from the scale of his ambition: to understand nothing less than humans' need for knowledge and how to convey and preserve it * THE SPECTATOR *Illuminating . . . An infectiously enthusiastic history, inspired by genuine affection * TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT *A gripping story - so much I didn't know here! I loved this book -- SARA WHEELERSuitably encyclopaedic - written with all [Garfield's] usual wit and sharp eye for memorable facts * READER'S DIGEST *A valentine to the monumental significance of encyclopaedias, reminding us how, until the arrival of computers, "they did more than any other single thing to shape our understanding of the world". Illustrates Garfield's capacity to synthesise wide-ranging research and present it in a lucid, vibrant style with his characteristic eye for detail * IRISH EXAMINER *Delightful. Garfield's witty history captures the obsessive, quixotic and sometimes error-filled quests of those . . . who have attempted to corral all the world's information into a single source * NEW YORK TIMES *The life and death of the encyclopedia is recounted in Simon Garfield's excellent new book . . . Garfield is lucid, witty, learned and clearly a bibliomaniac . . . In All the Knowledge in the World, he has produced a lively threnody to the encyclopedic impulse . . . Impressively comprehensive * WALL STREET JOURNAL *A fascinating history . . . Lively and informative * WASHINGTON POST *Simon Garfield is the only author who could ever keep me up at night reading about encyclopedias. A brilliant book about knowledge itself -- DEIRDRE MASKMagnificent . . . The story [Garfield] tells is truly extraordinary . . . A perfectly styled work of literature - at times sad, at times funny, but always full of life . . . One of those few books that I've found impossible to put down -- Vitali Vitaliev * ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY *Anyone fascinated by the origins, evolution and the ultimate mortality of print encyclopedias will love this book. All the Knowledge in the World is excellent at telling the long historical story of all encyclopedias, including those that predated Britannica. The book does a great job of detailing the 20th-century history of Britannica and the full story of Wikipedia's creation, challenges and impact * INSIDE HIGHER ED *
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Orion Publishing Co Mother Brain
Book Synopsis''Promises a new route through the parenting wilds'' Sunday Times''Powerful, honest and reassuring'' Professor Gina Rippon''A vital new narrative . . . Meticulously researched, compelling and compassionate'' Elinor Cleghorn''A compelling book that upends popular notions about becoming a parent . . . reminds us why scientific research is a feminist issue'' New Stateman''I wish I''d had this book when I first became a mother'' Emma Jane UnsworthNew parents undergo major structural and functional brain changes, driven by hormones and the deluge of stimuli a baby provides. These neurobiological changes help all parents - birthing or otherwise - learn how to meet their child''s needs. Yet this emerging science is mostly absent from the public conversation about parenthood. Untangling insidious myths from complicated realities, Chelsea Conaboy reveals that the story that exists in the science today is far more meaningful than the idea that moth
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Puss in Boots
Book SynopsisAll Tom has in the world is a cat, but Puss is no ordinary cat. He introduces Tom to the King as the Marquis of Carabas. The King is impressed by the Marquis' generosity; his daughter thinks Tom is charming. If Puss can kill a giant, their fortunes are made. With fun activities after the story, and online audio in British and American English.
£6.99
Usborne Publishing Oliver Twist
Book SynopsisOliver Twist barely survives childhood in the workhouse. When he runs away to London, he is taken in by a gang of thieves. Wealthy Mr. Brownlow rescues him, but the thieves snatch Oliver back, and it seems that he has no hope of escaping a life of crime. With fun activities after the story, and online audio in British and American English.
£6.99
Bloomsbury Academic Successful Writing Strategies for National Board Certification
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£20.89
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Cinq mtres de tempsFnf Meter Zeit Un livre
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Kaplan Publishing AP Human Geography Flashcards Sixth Edition UptoDate Review
£23.03
SAGE Publications Inc Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design
Book SynopsisIn the Fourth Edition of this bestselling book, John W Creswell and new co-author Cheryl N Poth explore the philosophical underpinnings, history and key elements of each of five qualitative inquiry traditions: narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography and case study - putting them side by side, so that we can see the differences. The authors relate research designs to each of the traditions of enquiry. They compare theoretical frameworks and ways to employ standards of quality, as well as strategies for writing introductions to studies, collecting data, analyzing data, writing a narrative and verifying results. New in this edition: Updated materials on each tradition More on interpretive frameworks and ethics More visual depictions of the five approaches Two new topical articles in Chapter 5, reproduced in full in the appendices. Table of ContentsIntroduction Philosophical Assumptions and Interpretive Frameworks Designing a Qualitative Study Five Qualitative Approaches to Inquiry Five Different Qualitative Studies Introducing and Focusing the Study Data Collection Data Analysis and Representation Writing a Qualitative Study Standards of Validation and Evaluation “Turning the Story” and Conclusion
£78.91
Adams Media Corporation Wedding Toasts 101: The Guide to the Perfect
Book SynopsisWrite and present a memorable wedding toast with this light-hearted, humorous guide that gives you all the tools you’ll need for a successful speech—the perfect gift for any best man or maid of honor. As much as it’s an honor to be chosen as the best man or maid of honor at a wedding, giving the perfect speech can sometimes be nerve-wracking. Delivering a crowd-pleasing toast at the reception that has the right amount of humor and sentimentality is a daunting undertaking, no matter how advanced your public speaking skills are. Pete Honsberger’s guide to giving the perfect wedding toast provides even the most nervous of public speakers with all the tools and advice they need for writing and presenting the best toast ever. After witnessing speeches both good and bad, Honsberger shares a few bits of wisdom he’s learned along the way, providing building blocks to creating an unforgettable story along with helpful speech prompts, and the perfect checklist that will turn a potentially scary obligation into a golden opportunity. Wedding Toasts 101 presents a fun and simple way to write a successful wedding toast without all the stress so you can spend less time worrying and more time celebrating the happy couple.Trade Review"This is an easy to read book that will walk you through the steps needed to write an unforgettable wedding toast." —Woke N Free“There is literally no reason whatsoever for bad speeches anymore.” —Bliss & Bellinis
£999.99
Pan Macmillan A Place For Everything: The Curious History of
Book Synopsis'Marvellous . . . I read it with astonished delight . . . It is equally scholarly and entertaining.' - Jan Morris 'Quirky and compelling.' - The Times Once we've learned it as children, few of us think much of the alphabet and its familiar sing-song order. And yet the order of the alphabet, that simple knowledge that we take for granted, plays a major role in our adult lives. From the school register to the telephone book, from dictionaries and encyclopaedias to library shelves, our lives are ordered from A to Z. Long before Google searches, this magical system of organization gave us the ability to sift through centuries of thought, knowledge and literature, allowing us to sort, to file, and to find the information we have, and to locate the information we need. In A Place for Everything, acclaimed historian Judith Flanders draws our attention to both the neglected ubiquity of the alphabet and the long, complex history of its rise to prominence. For, while the order of the alphabet itself became fixed very soon after letters were first invented, their ability to sort and store and organize proved far less obvious. To many of our forebears, the idea of of organizing things by the random chance of the alphabet rather than by established systems of hierarchy or typology lay somewhere between unthinkable and disrespectful.A Place for Everything fascinatingly lays out the gradual triumph of alphabetical order, from its possible earliest days as a sorting tool in the Great Library of Alexandria in the third century BCE, to its current decline in prominence in our digital age of Wikipedia and Google. Along the way, the reader is enlightened and entertained with a wonderful cast of unknown facts, characters and stories from the great collector Robert Cotton, who denominated his manuscripts with the names of the busts of the Roman emperors surmounting his book cases, to the unassuming sixteenth- century London bookseller who ushered in a revolution by listing his authors by 'sirname' first.Trade ReviewMarvellous . . . I read it with astonished delight . . . It is equally scholarly and entertaining. -- Jan MorrisQuirky and compelling . . . She is a meticulous historian with a taste for the offbeat; the story of the alphabet suits her well . . . Fascinating. -- Dan Jones * Sunday Times *A library and academic essential. -- Libby Purves * The Times *One of the many fascinations of Judith Flanders’s book is that it reveals what a weird, unlikely creation the alphabet is. -- Joe Moran * Guardian *Judith Flanders’s A Place for Everything presents itself as a history of alphabetical order, but in fact it is more than that. Rather, as the title suggests, it offers something like a general history of the various ways humans have sorted and filed the world around them – a Collison –level view of the matter, in which alphabetical order is just one system among many.’ -- Dennis Duncan * The Spectator *Judith Flanders has a knack for making odd subjects accessible . . . In A Place for Everything, the popular historian paints alphabetisation as one of our most radical acts. . . Flanders retains a sense of fun . . . finds contemporary resonance in humanity's search for order. * i *Praise for Judith Flanders' previous book, Christmas: A Biography: 'A catalogue of colourful information, and as surprising an assortment of items as any you might find heaped up under a tree.' -- Lucy Hughes-Hallett * Observer *A well-researched account. There are more footnotes here than there are presents under a Rockefeller Christmas tree. Indeed, the book is stuffed with facts – enough to satiate even the most ravenous postprandial taste for quizzing. * Sunday Times *[An] entertaining biography . . . Following the fine tradition of light entertainment Christmas books, Judith Flanders provides lots of trivia . . . However, there is much more to it than that. Flanders is a respected social historian, best known for studies on Victorian life, and the strength of this warm book lies in its quiet erudition. * The Times *Judith Flanders . . . likes Christmas (I think), but she loves reality and its awkward, amusing facts. (A previous book of hers, Inside the Victorian Home, is deep, bright and encompassing.) * New York Times *The non-fiction I most enjoyed . . . an excellent subject, carried out with exemplary care and authority. -- Philip Hensher * Spectator *
£15.29
Hodder Education AQA A-level Spanish Revision and Practice
Book SynopsisExam board: AQALevel: A-levelSubject: SpanishFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018Maximise your students' potential and build the skills needed to succeed with this exam-focused workbook, packed with practice questions for every section of the AQA A-Level Spanish exams.- Encourage rolling revision throughout the two years by developing your students' skills in class and at home- Test each skill with exam-style activities for every section of the exam papers, with all the audio and answers accessible online- Build your students' confidence in vocab and grammar with focused lists, explanations and activities- Target the top grades with sample answers and tips to boost exam performance
£12.89
Hodder Education Wort für Wort Sixth Edition: German Vocabulary
Book SynopsisExam board: EdexcelLevel: A-levelSubject: GermanFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2017Essential vocabulary for Edexcel A level German, all in one place.- Supplement key resources such as course textbooks with all the vocab students need to know in one easy-to-navigate place, completed updated to match the latest specification - Ensure extensive vocab coverage with topic-by-topic lists of key words and phrases, including a new section dedicated to film and literature - Test students' knowledge with end-of-topic activities designed to deepen their understanding of word patterns and relationships - Develop effective strategies for learning new vocab and dealing with unfamiliar words
£15.09
Sage Publications Ltd Research Proposal: Little Quick Fix
Book SynopsisWhen it comes to research proposals, there′s the good, the bad, and the messy; there are essential elements and students often forget them, miss them, or struggle to find a workable plan. Zina O′Leary′s Research Proposal Little Quick Fix gives you a clever, beautiful workbook packed with real-life examples to keep you on track. Use it to: work through guided exercises; understand the elements of the proposal; and, put them together thoughtfully to create your very own research proposal—fast. Little Quick Fix titles provide quick but authoritative answers to the problems, hurdles, and assessment points students face in the research course, project proposal, or design—whatever their methods learning is. Lively, ultra-modern design; full-colour, each page a tailored design. An hour′s read. Easy to dip in and out of with clear navigation enables the reader to find what she needs—quick. Direct written style gets to the point with clear language. Nothing needs to be read twice. No fluff. Learning is reinforced through a 2-minute overview summary; 3-second summaries with super-quick Q&A DIY tasks create a work plan to accomplish a task, do a self-check quiz, solve a problem, get students to what they need to show their supervisor. Checkpoints in each section make sure students are nailing it as they go and support self-directed learning. How do I know I’m done? Each Little Quick Fix wraps up with a finale checklist that allows the reader to self-assess they’ve got what they need to progress, submit, or ace the test or task. Trade ReviewThis semester is my first time having to go through the official research proposal process, and it was a little terrifying! So having this book (and the Little Quick Fix: Research Question) available was super helpful. It really helps you get over that initial "What the heck am I even going to DO?!?! -- Amazon ReviewerTable of Contents1. What is the purpose of a research proposal? 2. How can I get the most benefit out of writing a research proposal? 3. What do I need to work out before I start writing the proposal? 4. How can I write so that my proposal is a winner? 5. What can go wrong and how do I overcome obstacles? 6. The DIY workbook
£12.16
Sage Publications Ltd Gather Your Data Online: Little Quick Fix
Book SynopsisBetween the comfort of using a medium they use daily and the perceived easiness of access and use, students are increasingly quick to choose online methods for their research projects. However getting data online isn’t as easy as it seems. No matter how data is collected (through existing materials, through elicited responses, or through work with participants) or what type of online data is used (e.g. blogs, websites, interviews, etc.), there are a lot of unique and complex considerations that must be factored in to every step of the research process. This Little Quick Fix boils down all these potentially thorny issues into a speedy guide so students thinking about working with online data can be prepared for (and avoid) any unexpected circumstances like access issues or ethical dilemmas. It will also help students decide what, if any, online data is best suited to their particular research question so they don’t end up fighting unnecessary complications for little benefit. It covers: What types of data collection do researchers conduct online? How do I choose which type(s) fit my research? How can I find, and get permission to use, data that exists online? How can I find, and gain consent from, participants online? How can I interact with participants online to collect data? What practical steps should I take to prepare for online research? Little Quick Fix titles provide quick but authoritative answers to the problems, hurdles, and assessment points students face inthe research course, project proposal, or design—whatever their methods learning is. Lively, ultra-modern design; full-colour, each page a tailored design. An hour′s read. Easy to dip in and out of with clear navigation enables the reader to find what she needs—quick. Direct written style gets to the point with clear language. Nothing needs to be read twice. No fluff. Learning is reinforced through a 2-minute overview summary; 3-second summaries with super-quick Q&A. DIY tasks create a work plan to accomplish a task, do a self-check quiz, solve a problem, get students to what they need to show their supervisor. Checkpoints in each section make sure students are nailing it as they go and support self-directed learning. How do I know I’m done? Each Little Quick Fix wraps up with a final checklist that allows the reader to self-assess they’ve got what they need to progress, submit, or ace the test or task. Table of ContentsSection 1: What types of data collection can I conduct online? Section 2: How do I choose which type(s) of online data collection to fit my research? Section 3: How can I find and get permission to use data that exists online? Section 4: How can I find and gain consent from participants online? Section 5: How can I interact with participants to conduct interviews, surveys or questionnaires? Section 6: What steps should I take to prepare for online research?
£12.28
Channel View Publishing Plymouth What is the Meaning of the Numbers & Letters on
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Vintage Publishing The Queens' English: The LGBTQIA+ Dictionary of
Book SynopsisA landmark reference guide to the LGBTQIA+ community's contributions to the English language-an intersectional, inclusive illustrated glossary featuring more than 800 terms created by and for queer culture.With a foreword from Paula Akpan Do you know where "yaaaas queen!" comes from? Do you know the difference between a bear and a wolf? Do you know what all the letters in LGBTQIA+ stand for? The Queens' English is a comprehensive guide to modern gay slang, queer theory terms, and playful colloquialisms that define and celebrate LGBTQIA+ culture. This modern dictionary provides an in-depth look at queer language, from terms influenced by celebrated lesbian poet Sappho and from New York's underground queer ball culture in the 1980s to today's celebration of RuPaul's Drag Race. The glossary of terms is supported by full-color illustrations and photography throughout, as well as real-life usage examples for those who don't quite know how to use "kiki," "polysexual," or "transmasculine" in a sentence. A series of educational lessons highlight key people and events that shaped queer language; readers will learn the linguistic importance of pronouns, gender identity, Stonewall, the Harlem Renaissance, and more. For every queen in your life-the men, women, gender non-conforming femmes, butches, daddies, and zaddies-The Queens' English is at once an education and a celebration of queer history, identity, and the limitless imagination of the LGBTQIA+ community.Trade ReviewA fun, engaging and comprehensive guide... Every time I opened the book I learned something new, enjoying turning the pages of this celebration of queer theory -- Eric Page * Gscene *A must for better understanding queer culture, especially the contributions of Black and Latinx trans people to pop culture at large. * Library Journal Review *Chloe Davis's delightfully informative, succinct, helpful and playful dictionary of more than 800 LGBTQIA+ words and fabulous phrases is truly 'sickening' (defined within as 'astonishingly impressive'). * ShelfAwareness *
£15.29
Bristol University Press Controversial Encounters in the Age of Algorithms
Book SynopsisThis book explores how digital technologies shape our opinions and interactions, often in ways that limit our exposure to diverse perspectives and therefore can fuel polarization. Drawing on the ancient art of controversy, (arguing all sides of a case) it offers a way to revive public debate as a source of trust and legitimacy in our society.
£26.59
John Murray Press Complete Creative Writing Course: Your complete
Book SynopsisLEARN HOW TO WRITE CREATIVELY WITH THIS COMPREHENSIVE AND PRACTICAL COURSE.The only comprehensive Creative Writing title on the market that goes beyond introducing the basic genres to offering a complete journey along the writing path, including material on editing, redrafting and polishing a piece of work. Featuring the unique Workshop exercises to encourage readers to hone their work rather than just progressing through a number of exercises.Takes the reader from complete beginner or committed amateur to the point you've completed, edited and redrafted your work and are ready for publication.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 and tips for unlocking creativity and improving your writing. And because we know how daunting the blank page can be, we set up the Just Write online community at tyjustwrite, for budding authors and successful writers to connect and share.Trade ReviewChris is as good a tutor as one could have - superb course and wonderful control of the class and the subject. - A former student
£16.14
John Murray Press Write a Novel in 10 Minutes a Day: Acquire the habit of writing fiction every day
LEARN HOW TO WRITE FICTION BY WRITING EVERY DAYWould you like to write but have no spare time?Do you not know where to begin?Write A Novel In 10 Minutes A Day will help you sculpt a full-length piece of creative writing in just ten minutes a day. Starting with a daily practical exercise, it will help you manage your writing schedule within this time frame and help you bring your novel to life. You will be able to clarify your vision and review your time commitments, as well as understand your own abilities. Learning to observe the world around you, write quickly and tap into your unique voice will help you to create all the elements of your story and, by the time you've finished all the exercises, you'll have created something beautiful.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 and tips for unlocking creativity and improving your writing. And because we know how daunting the blank page can be, we set up the Just Write online community at tyjustwrite, for budding authors and successful writers to connect and share.
£13.49
Hodder & Stoughton The Gardener's Almanac: A Treasury of Wisdom and
Book SynopsisNational treasure and presenter of ITV's hugely popular Love Your Garden, Alan Titchmarsh brings us his month by month almanac of garden knowledge, facts, advice and inspiration. Here is seasonal advice on what to grow and sow, projects to engage in, as well as wildlife to spot, gorgeous gardens to visit, birds and flowers to celebrate, weather notes, and nature to reflect on in poems, music, and books. A beautifully packaged giftbook with illustrations by Alan himself.
£14.24
Sage Publications Ltd Data Visualisation in Qualitative Research
Book SynopsisLearn to meet your day-to-day needs in creating data visualisation, without needing a qualification in graphic design or computational science.The 8-step guide aids you in creating simple data visualisations that clearly communicates your qualitative data.The author:Draws on real-world data to inform your own representations of dataProvides easy to replicate examples to help you learn by doingCompares case studies from around the worldFeatures advice from experts across the social sciences, and related industries.Whether you are taking a course, or just one lecture, this is the ideal companion to help you transform your data visualisation.
£31.34
Sage Publications Ltd Introduction to Text Analytics
Book SynopsisThiseasy-to-followbookwillrevolutionisehow youapproach text mining and data analysisas well asequippingyou with the tools,and confidence,to navigatecomplexqualitative data.It can bechallenging to effectively combinetheoretical concepts with practical, real-worldapplicationsbutthisaccessible guideprovidesyou withaclearstep-by-stepapproach.Written specifically for students and early career researchers this pragmatic manual will: Contextualiseyour learning with real-worlddata andengaging case studies. Encouragethe application of yournewskills with reflective questions. Enhanceyour ability to be critical,and reflective,when dealing withimperfectdata.Supported by practical online resources, this book is the perfect companion forthoselooking t
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Sage Publications Ltd Data Visualisation
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Kodansha America, Inc Kodansha Kanji Dictionary, The: The World's Most
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Kodansha America, Inc Japanese For Busy People 1 - Kana Edition:
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New World Library Writing by Heart
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Cypress Book Co. UK Ltd Integrated Chinese Level 2 Textbook with
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