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The Chinese University Press English-Cantonese Dictionary: Cantonese in Yale Romanization
English-Cantonese Dictionary is a handy, user-friendly dictionary which emphasises the Cantonese spoken dialect. It is designed to help users find the best word or phrase in Cantonese to express the meaning of an English word or expression. It features: over 15,000 entries of the most commonly used words and phrases; a brief introduction to Cantonese pronunciation in accordance with the Yale System of Romanization; a comparative chart of four different systems of Romanization; and grammatical notes for beginners.
£21.95
Design Originals Crochet with Beads: Basic Steps and Innovative Techniques
Welcome to the wonderful world of bead crochet. This attractive collection of necklaces and bracelets includes designs and patterns for beginners to intermediate skill levels. The easy-to-follow instructions will have you creating your own designer accessories in no time. With projects ranging from everyday- pretty to evening- elegant, you are sure to find several you'll want to make. Even if you have never crocheted before, you will have a successful experience making these beaded baubles.
£9.30
Union Square & Co. Easy as Pie Crosswords Extra Easy
If you think crosswords are too hard, that can only mean that you haven't tried these yet! This 96-page puzzle book features 72 daily-size crosswords from top puzzlemakers, edited by the prolific puzzle pro Stanley Newman. Each puzzle has a theme, which means the longest answers are tied together in some waygiving solvers additional help. Perfect for beginners, pros looking to brush up on the basics, or anyone who just wants some simple puzzles to relax with.
£9.99
Assimil 300 Tests De Neerlandais
A 300-page book. Want to test your Dutch? The multiple-choice questions are good fun and help you quickly assess your Spanish. This compact work is easy to slip in your bag when youre on the go. It contains 300 tests corresponding to level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). 300 multiple-choice tests for beginners through to level A2. The vocabulary corresponding to the multiple-choice questions Self-assessment & answers.
£8.99
Llewellyn Publications,U.S. Tarot of the Hidden Realm
Evoke the powerful wisdom of the fae with the Tarot of the Hidden Realm. Instead of relying on esoteric symbols, this powerful deck uses the raw elements-water, air, fire, and earth-to speak directly to your emotions. The beautifully drawn figures follow the Rider Waite style, but express more energy and movement, drawing you in even as you draw their truths out. The companion guidebook reveals techniques and card meanings for beginners and more experienced readers alike.
£26.25
C & T Publishing Easy Precision Piecing: A New Approach to Accuracy & Organization for Quilters
Say goodbye to your seam ripper, backwards blocks, and mismatched seams with Easy Precision Piecing — the pathway to flawless patchwork. Use the best tools to prep and press fabric for seams that always lay flat. Get organised so you can easily set aside projects without losing your place. Practice your cutting, sewing, and pressing with foolproof Quilt Block Builder blueprints. Six stunning projects for beginners and advanced quilters will help you use your newfound skills.
£26.99
Clavis Publishing This Book Is Full of Monsters
Ages 3 - 8WITH POP-UP. This is a book full of monsters: small, smelly, yelling, creepy… monsters! So it's a book for hard core monster lovers, but also for beginners in monsterology. With shock effects! Try it yourself! Softies keep out! Conquer your deepest fears! Tremble and shiver with pleasure! Are you scared already? No? Just you wait and see…. (Includes a monstrously fun pop-up spread at the end of the book!)
£16.41
b small publishing limited Ready Steady Spanish
Are you ready to learn some Spanish? Here is an activity book full of popular puzzles that you will know and love. But there's one big difference it's for learning Spanish! From clothes and animals to opposites and likes or dislikes, each page presents first words and phrases in age-appropriate activities that take the fear out of getting started in Spanish. Perfect for beginners! So grab your pencils and READY, STEADY, GO!
£7.99
b small publishing limited Ready Steady English
Are you ready to learn some English? Here is an activity book full of popular puzzles that you will know and love. But there's one big difference it's for learning English! From clothes and animals to opposites and likes or dislikes, each page presents first words and phrases in age-appropriate activities that take the fear out of getting started in English. Perfect for beginners! So grab your pencils and READY, STEADY, GO!
£7.99
Omnibus Press Just Voices Jazz
This book is the perfect introduction to unaccompanied three part choral singing! Each book in the "Just Voices" series contains ten themed songs in simple a cappella arrangements created especially for beginners. Complete piano reductions for easy rehearsal, all the songs in the book can be sung by either a SSA or SAT choir, making "Just Voices" the most enjoyable and flexible introduction to unaccompanied choral singing available. "Just Voices: Jazz" brings together timeless jazz songs that make an ideal introduction to mastering the a cappella style.
£12.43
Faber Music Ltd Piano by ear
Piano by ear, by renowned piano pedagogue Lucinda Mackworth-Young, is suitable for beginners through to experienced pianists. It teaches how to play the piano by ear in simple steps and improvise with an array of keys and chord patterns, by working through timeless favourites, folk, film, Christmas and contemporary songs. It also encourages an understanding of how music works from the inside out for any level of player. Piano by ear was shortlisted for ‘Best Print Resource’ at the 2016 Music Teacher Awards for Excellence.
£15.17
Penguin Books Ltd The New Penguin Russian Course
Whether you’re learning alone or attending classes, you’ll find this complete Russian language course for beginners both accessible and indispensable. Designed to provide the student with an excellent command of basic Russian (the equivalent of A’ level standard) the book features thirty lessons punctuated by revision exercises to ensure you have fully understood what you have learned. The emphasis is on acquiring vocabulary, experiencing conversational language and learning useful grammar. The book also includes a vocabulary of 1,500 words and a glossary of grammatical terms.
£12.99
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Grow Houseplants: Essential Know-how and Expert Advice for Gardening Success
A no-fuss guide to caring for your indoor plants - ideal for first-time gardeners!Do you want to know how to keep your houseplants alive and thriving indoors but don't know where to start? This gardening book for beginners will help you care for over 60 houseplant varieties. You don't have to be a horticulture expert to create an indoor garden, this indispensable reference book will take you through every single step! It includes:- Easy indoor gardening tips and expert advice on indoor gardening for beginners - Packed with practical, jargon-free know-how, this easy-to-use guide has everything you need to know to help your - houseplants grow- Easy-to-follow format to help grow your gardening skills- Learn how to look after, rescue, and propagate plants including a rubber plant, fiddle fig leaf, a bread plant and more!Houseplants can magically transform any living space but looking after them can be tricky. If you are new to owning plants, this easy-to-use guide is packed with essential care tips and expert advice for happy and thriving indoor plants. Gorgeous, full-colour photography and simple step by step instructions will show you how to care for a wide range of indoor plants. This indoor gardening book for beginners also includes a plant directory of over 90 houseplants to practice your new gardening skills! Delve into the right succulents to plant, how to grow a fern and choosing the perfect trailing plants for your indoor spaces. Grow Houseplants is perfect for first-time gardeners, especially renters and people who live in smaller spaces.Make your green-fingered dreams a reality with the Grow series from DK. Learn how to sow, grow, and harvest vegetables successfully in Grow Easy Veg, or discover how to garden more sustainably in Grow Eco-Gardening. Alternatively, there are more titles to explore such as Grow Pruning & Training and Grow Compost.
£9.99
Yellow Pear Press Macrame: The Power of Knots
Fun Macramé Crafts to do at Home!Macrame for beginners just got even easier! Learn how to do macrame! Books to creatively express yourself with Macrame knots and other basic knots are just what you need!Macrame Projects and craft ideas for the whole family. Want to start something new? Want to get away from binging Netflix? Sick of embroidery? Well, jump into some knotty macrame knots that the whole family can enjoy. Take a moment to yourself with Macrame diy crafts. Having a stressful day? Unsure of yourself? Enjoy a macrame project that sparks emotional regulation for adults. When you get those hands moving, the anxiety ceases. Craft ideas are so much more than just a project, they bring healing to the mind and beautiful art to the home.Inside, you’ll find: Tutorials on starting your own macrame projects, macrame kits, and basic knots How emotionally beneficial it is to make your own knotty crafts and home decor Crafts to do at home and fun activities for the whole family to participate in If you like books to calm anxiety or like Macramè For Beginners, Statement Macramé, or Modern Embroidery, you’ll love Macramè: The Power of Knots for Macrame Beginners.
£27.89
David & Charles The Dressmaking Technique Bible: A Complete Guide to Fashion Sewing Techniques
Calling all dressmakers! This is a fully updated version of the best selling The Dressmaker's Technique Bible, complete with an all-new fabric guide to choosing the right fabric for the right garment. Dressmaking is having a renaissance, driven by hugely successful programmes such as the Great British Sewing Bee and Project Runway. This dressmaking handbook offers all the guidance you need to create beautiful clothes, whether you are following a pattern, adding embellishments or starting from scratch. This is a fully updated, new edition of best selling book, The Dressmaker's Technique Bible, which has sold thousands of copies due to its in depth instruction and comprehensive content. It includes step by step instructions for a wide range of dressmaking techniques from basic patterns through to couture designs making it suitable for beginners as well as more experienced sewers. Easy-to-follow, highly illustrated instructions explain the essential dressmaking techniques - allowing you to work confidently from a pattern to create beautiful clothes that fit perfectly. It features an at-a-glance guide to basic garment shapes and styles, cross referenced with the relevant techniques throughout the book. Suitable for beginners, or those who are already designing or making their own clothes, this is the perfect reference book for anyone interested in dressmaking and sewing.
£14.39
Page Street Publishing Co. Cookie School: Recipes, Tips and Techniques for Perfectly Baked Treats
Be prepared to think beyond boring ol’ chocolate chip with this ultimate guide for baking the perfect cookie! Amanda Powell’s clear and practical approach to baking yields extraordinary results and is ideal for beginners looking to learn the basics as well as more experienced bakers looking to elevate their skills. The recipes are presented in a grade-level format, with freshman recipes for beginners (think simple drop cookies) and advancing to the senior level for when readers become bonafide cookie experts, capable of piping an impeccable macaron! Amanda fully embraces baking as a science yet presents the information to readers in a way that removes any intimidation. She also establishes the fun that can be had when baking and shares helpful tips for troubleshooting techniques. Her expertise translates to inspiration for readers to put their own spin on these recipes and make them their own. Bakers will be delighted with the endless creative options they have to choose from, which includes Brown Butter Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies, Better than Pie Apple Pie Cookies, Mocha Cookies for Coffee Lovers, and Light as a Cloud Meringue Cookies. This incredible collection of recipes will satisfy every cookie craving imaginable.
£17.99
Sixth & Spring Books Cricut® Made Easy with Sweet Red Poppy®: A Guide to Your Machine, Tools, Design Space® and More!
Create beautiful projects step by step with your Cricut® ambassador, Kimberly Coffin, of Sweet Red Poppy® Learn to use your Cricut machine and make gorgeous projects with Cricut ambassador, Kimberly Coffin in this Cricut book for beginners and seasoned crafters! Kimberly will teach you how to use your machine with easy to follow step-by-step instructions. Kimberly has been trusted by Cricut to test each new machine before launch for the past several years. She knows how overwhelming Cricut can be for beginners with no idea where to start, so she made it her goal to learn all she could, then spent months on trial and error. Once she got the hang of it, she fell in love with Cricut! It's now her mission to help you love your machine, have fun using it and create stunning projects. This book is loaded with everything you need to know to make the best use of your Cricut. It includes: How to use tools, software, materials, etc. Information about different Cricut models Step-by-step projects Free downloadable files Tutorials Access to giveaways and much more!
£17.99
Faber Music Ltd Going Solo (Bassoon)
Going Solo (Bassoon) is a lively collection arranged by Graham Sheen, designed to bridge the gap between music for beginners and more advanced solos Grades 4 to 5 upwards, enabling the young player to face a conductor or an audience with complete confidence. This selection avoids the easy marches, minuets and sarabands so often seen, and introduces an essentially idiomatic repertoire for the intermediate bassoonist (with piano accompaniment), consisting of transcriptions of famous solos from orchestral masterpieces, alongside arrangements of pieces ranging from the Renaissance to the 20th century.
£11.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Whittling Country Folk, Revised Edition: 12 Caricature Projects with Personality
This book features 12 whittling projects with over 100 colour photographs. It is suitable for all levels, including a 'Getting Started' chapter for beginners. It comes from popular author and experienced woodcarver Mike Shipley. Professional caricature carver Mike Shipley introduces you to a whole clan of colourful characters from his native Ozarks. Whether you're a beginner just learning to whittle, or an old hand looking for some new ideas, this book delivers plenty of fun, inspiration, and satisfaction. More than 100 step by step colour photographs guide you through whittling, painting, and staining.
£11.69
Assimil El Frances 2022 Superpack
100 lessons 800 pp 3 audio CD, download code. French course for Spanish speakers. A course that doesn't involve learning by heart, ideal for beginners and for a refresher course. Learners can start to speak French within two months, gaining an intuitive knowledge of grammar. Within six months, learners can take part in everyday conversation with a vocabulary of 1,500 to 2,000 words. The recordings include all the texts in French for each lesson and the translation exercises from the book. These progressively more challenging texts have been recorded by professional native speakers.
£79.91
Schiffer Publishing Ltd 20th Century Glass Candle Holders: Roaring '20s, Depression Era, & Modern Collectible Candle Holders
Here it is, a book for everyone who loves antique and collectible glass candle holders! Over 600 candle holders, many of which are commonly found in malls, antique stores, and flea markets, are shown in full color. Roaring '20s, Depression Era, and modern collectible candle holders are listed alphabetically--from A & A Imports to Westmoreland--making this book especially easy to use. With up-to-date pricing and extensive color information based on published values and authors' personal experience, this book is a must for beginners and experienced collectors alike.
£25.19
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe The Strip-Built Sea Kayak: Three Rugged, Beautiful Boats You Can Build
Although books on strip building canoes abound, this is among the first to adapt the technique to crafting attractive, functional kayaks. Using high-quality, computer-generated illustrations and photographs to explain key techniques, the book provides complete plans and measurements for three different kayaks: 1) A simple solo craft for beginners, 2) A high-performance solo kayak for intermediate paddlers, and 3) A tandem design for two paddlers. With its easy-to-follow guidance and instructions, The Strip-Built Sea Kayak makes top-notch kayaks accessible to budget-minded paddlers.
£23.99
The Crowood Press Ltd Painting in Pastels
Pastels are an extremely versatile and immediate medium. These characteristics can lead to bold, exciting and impromptu paintings. However, their responsive, flexible nature can also be used to create subtle, gentle colour with little or no texture. This practical book will guide you through the full scope of painting in pastels and explain particularly how they can be used to capture light, colour and texture. With step-by-step instructions in a wide range of subject matter, Painting in Pastels will be invaluable for beginners and experienced artists.
£16.99
Andrews McMeel Publishing Cozy Witch Tarot Deck and Guidebook
take a chance, for each morning is a new beginning. the creators behind the believe in your own magic oracle deck, bestselling author amanda lovelace & illustrator janaina medeiros, bring you cosy witch tarot, a deck that goes perfectly with your comfiest sweater, a lit candle, & a steaming mug of tea. inspired by the traditional rider-waite-smith deck, cosy witch tarot is ideal for beginners & suitable for practitioners at every skill level. contains: compact box 78 full-colour cards 128-page illustrated guidebook that includes card meanings, card spreads, tarot basics, & more
£15.29
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Breeding Horses
Written for students and all with a general interest in breeding horses, this book sets out to provide a basic understanding with sufficient practical information for beginners to get started. Enough reproductive physiology of the mare and stallion is included to clarify the management techniques which are explained later in the book, but unnecessary details are avoided. Artificial insemination and embryo transfer are also explained, as are selecting the broodmare and stallion, management at covering and during pregnancy, and post-partum care of the mare and foal.
£45.95
HarperCollins Publishers Abracadabra Brass – Abracadabra Trumpet (Pupil's Book): The way to learn through songs and tunes
Learn to play the trumpet with popular pieces – lessons and sheet music for beginners The Abracadabra approach to learning through songs and tunes has set countless beginners on a clear path of progress and enjoyment with their chosen instrument. An established and popular course offering a thorough grounding in basic technique. Features include:• Carefully graded songs and tunes• Clear guidance on theory and technique• Enough flexibility to suit individual teaching approaches• Ensemble skills taught through duets and trios• Playalong CD for home practice
£12.45
Landauer Publishing Jelly Roll Jazz
Jazz up your quilt-making with lively and fun jelly roll quilts! Jean Ann Wright is back with 9 new quilt projects all made with precut jelly roll strips and inspired by the movement of music. The easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and detailed diagrams make these quilts a perfect weekend project, even for beginners. Also included are full-size, ready-to-use templates and the interesting background that inspired each musically-oriented design. Jean Ann has created unique and entertaining designs to ensure your projects won't look like a typical precut quilt.
£14.99
3DTotal Publishing Ltd 3ds Max Projects: A Detailed Guide to Modeling, Texturing, Rigging, Animation and Lighting
If you've ever wanted to know more about modeling, texturing, rigging, animating, and lighting in Autodesk's 3ds Max, then this is the book for you. The tutorials in 3ds Max Projects deal with diverse topics including modeling characters and vehicles for beginners, character rigging, animation and topology, blending 3D and photography, and FX particles and dynamics. Written by top industry artists including the award-winning Matt Chandler and Pawel Podwojewski, 3ds Max Projects is designed to be a one-stop resource for those looking to create their own 3D masterpieces.
£37.00
C & T Publishing Free-Motion Meandering: A Beginner's Guide to Machine Quilting
Turn the corner to free-motion success with a meandering makeover! Best-selling author Angela Walters shows you that free-motion quilting doesn't have to be scary - with a couple of designs in your pocket, you can finish almost any quilt on your home machine and enjoy the process. Practice eight meandering stitches for beginners, plus creative variations on each, with step-by-step visuals and quilted samples. Start your free-motion journey on the right foot with proven techniques to help you disguise mistakes and transition between designs with ease.
£20.69
Fox Chapel Publishing Complete Guide to Soap Carving: Tools, Techniques, and Tips
This comprehensive guide provides everything readers need to know about carving soap, from basic carving methods for beginners to sophisticated techniques for accomplished artists. Complete Guide to Soap Carving shows how to choose the best carving soap and how to test soap for carving quality. Twenty-two step-by-step projects range from quick carvings to elaborate soap sculptures. Fun and easy-to-learn, soap carving is a perfect craft for children, who won’t need to handle sharp knives—this book shows how to make simple wooden carving tools that are safe for kids.
£14.16
Chicago Review Press Yoga Made Easy A Personal Yoga Program that Will Transform Your Life
Expert instructions and clear step-by-step color photographs introduce the basic yoga postures and build on them in a month-by-month course, enabling students to gradually create their own daily exercise programs. Ideal for beginners who are looking to yoga to ease the rush and stress of modern life while building physical strength and flexibility, this course is also a great refresher for more advanced students who want to improve their postures and technique. The meditative side of yoga, which helps to build a calm, positive attitude, is integrated into the lessons.
£16.17
Adams Media Corporation The Everything Easy Large-Print Crosswords Book, Volume 8: More than 120 crosswords in easy-to-read large print
The newest addition to the popular series—122 all-new large-print crossword puzzles!Everything is bigger in The Everything® Easy Large-Print Crosswords Book, Volume 8—the clues, the numbers, the grids—even the answers! Enjoy all of the fun—without the eye-strain—with these mildly challenging puzzles. With clues ranging from beloved books and classic TV shows to favorite foods and popular vacation spots, these light and easy puzzles are perfect for taking a break—without having to use a dictionary! Perfect for beginners and experienced puzzlers alike.
£15.61
Storey Publishing LLC SkirtADay Sewing
Design and sew your own fabulously stylish skirts. In this fun guide, Nicole Smith shows you how to draft a pattern for a custom fit and shape it into one of four basic silhouettes: wrap, straight, flared, and high-waisted. Each skirt can then be easily redesigned into seven distinct looks one for each day of the week. Suitable for beginners and expert sewers alike, Skirt-a-Day Sewing will inspire you to express your unique personal style as you stitch up great new pieces for your wardrobe.
£14.70
John Wiley & Sons Inc Interior Lighting for Designers
This revised edition of the successful primer thoroughly covers fundamentals of lighting design, and also serves as a handy reference for professional designers. The Fifth Edition is more comprehensive than ever, with new information on LED, energy efficiency, and other current issues. In addition, it includes more information for drawing ceiling floor plans and the application of designs to specific types of interiors projects. Considered a "key reference" for the Lighting Certified exam, no other text combines both technical and creative aspects of lighting design for beginners and novice designers.
£81.95
The Crowood Press Ltd Soldering for Jewellers
Soldering is one of the most commonly used processes in jewellery, but its potential is often overlooked. This practical book explains the basics of the method but goes on to suggest ways in which soldering can be used to explore ideas and produce unique pieces. Topics covered include further applications such as silver soldering; sweat soldering; soldering small items, attaching fixings and findings, stick feeding and advanced techniques. Written both for beginners and for those wishing to extend their knowledge, Soldering for Jewellers will inspire a more creative use of this key process.
£12.99
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Geometric Linear Algebra (Volume 2)
This accessible book for beginners uses intuitive geometric concepts to create abstract algebraic theory with a special emphasis on geometric characterizations. The book applies known results to describe various geometries and their invariants, and presents problems concerned with linear algebra, such as in real and complex analysis, differential equations, differentiable manifolds, differential geometry, Markov chains and transformation groups. The clear and inductive approach makes this book unique among existing books on linear algebra both in presentation and in content.
£124.00
Lucky Spool Media Boho Embroidery: Modern Projects from Traditional Stitches
Embellish your world with the whimsical, creative art of Boho Embroidery. These bright, clean designs, in an Anthropologie-esque style, are ideal for beginners to advanced stitchers. This book begins with a tutorial for learning 10 different embroidery stitches, detailed instruction on colour work, and 10 fun projects like buttons and hair clips, then goes on to advanced pattern work for vintage clothing and linens, and finally, learning how to make your own hoop and accessories.
£18.33
HarperCollins Publishers Stargazing: Beginner’s guide to astronomy
A brilliant introductory guide to exploring the night sky, from the astronomers of the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Offering complete advice from the ground up, Stargazing is the perfect manual for beginners to astronomy – introducing the world of telescopes, planets, stars, dark skies and celestial maps. Discover how to tackle light pollution, how to stargaze with just your eyes, and what equipment is best for beginners. Astronomy experts Radmila Topalovic and Tom Kerss explain the best ways to plan your stargazing experience and the key things to look out for on specific dates throughout the year. With seasonal star charts, constellation charts and facts about our Solar System, Stargazing is packed of useful information and guidance for both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Bridging the gap between human curiosity and the need for scientific expertise, Stargazing allows a complete novice to understand our place in the cosmos and enjoy the beautiful and extraordinary wonders of the night sky. The perfect companion to the best-selling Guide to the Night Sky from Collins, Stargazing is a great way to get started in the fascinating world of astronomy. Download your free resource booklet to follow the star chart explanations on the Stargazing audiobook – visit collins.co.uk/stargazing-booklet
£9.99
Tuttle Publishing The Korean Table: From Barbecue to Bibimbap 100 Easy-To-Prepare Recipes
This Korean cookbook makes it easy to replicate the authentic tastes of Korean food — even for beginners!Korean food is poised to become America's next favorite Asian cuisine to adopt. It is rapidly gaining popularity in the US for its robust and intensely flavorful dishes like Korean barbecue (known as bulgogi), kimchi (pickled spicy cabbage), and bibimbap rice bowls. The Korean Table shows American cooks how to replicate the exciting and authentic flavors of Korean cuisine at home using fresh ingredients available from their neighborhood grocery store or farmer's market. In this Korean cooking book, Chung and Samuels, a Korean and American author team, guide home cooks through the process of making Korean meals without fuss and multiple trips to specialty markets, or worse, expensive online shopping. Along with showing cooks how to create a complete Korean meal from start to finish—including recipes such as: Scallion Pancakes Korean Dumplings (mandu) Tofu and Clam Hot Pot Simmered Beef Short Ribs Barbecued Pork Ribs The Korean Table will also show cooks how to add the flavors of Korea to their homestyle cuisine in numerous quick and easy ways—via condiments, side dishes, salad dressings, sauces and more. With this cookbook, filled with over 100 recipes, everyone's kitchen can incorporate a spread of delicious Korean meals for all to share and enjoy.The Korean Table presents the best of Korean cooking for beginners.
£18.95
Skyhorse Publishing Kid's Guide to Chess: Learn the Game's Rules, Strategies, Gambits, and the Most Popular Moves to Beat Anyone!—100 Tips and Tricks for Kings and Queens!
A fun illustrated guide for beginners who want to learn about more chess! Perfect for fans of the hit Netflix show The Queen's Gambit! Chess is played on every continent and by several hundred million people. It’s the most popular board game in the world, and people of all ages love to play! In A Kid's Guide to Chess, you’ll start learn all of the basics like how the pieces move and then progress to the more complicated ideas behind the best moves for the different phases of the game. This book offers something for beginners who have never picked up a chess piece as well as more advanced instruction for experienced learners who are looking to become expert players! With this comprehensive guide, learn: • The rules of the game • Tactical moves • Openings • Vulnerable routes • The history of chess • And much more! Additionally, inside you’ll find exclusive tips from some of the world’s best chess players. These clever suggestions will help you to become a real master of chess. Imagine how much fun it will be to win a game against a classmate or—if you’re really good—maybe even your grandpa! If you’re up for a real challenge, you can also test yourself with puzzles taken from world championship games. Put on your thinking cap—your brain’s got some work to do!
£13.05
Union Square & Co. Easy as Pie Crosswords: Oh-So-Easy!
72 easy crosswords for a gentle mental challenge, brought to you by a crossword stalwart. Looking for crosswords that are easy AND fun? This collection features 72 fantastic 15-by-15 crosswords created by some of the country’s top puzzlemakers. Each one has a theme that ties the longest answers together in some way, which can really help solvers. Perfect for beginners (or pros brushing up on the basics), Easy as Pie Crosswords: Oh-So-Easy! is just right for those who want to think inside the box.
£11.99
iSeek Ltd My First Dot-to-Dot
My First Puzzles series is the perfect introduction to the fun of solving different types of puzzle and is specifically devised for beginners. From simple dot-to-dots to mazes, spot the difference, to colouring, these books develop problem-solving, pen-control and visual- thinking skills, while keeping small children entertained and busy. The bright colourful illustrations on every page will engage and encourage very young minds. • Bright, colourful illustrations • Help develop problem solving, visual thinking and pen control • Additional counting and observational questions to answer on every page
£6.80
Springer Verlag, Singapore Recent advances in Power Systems: Select Proceedings of EPREC 2022
This book presents select proceedings of the 3rd Electric Power and Renewable Energy Conference 2022 (EPREC 2022). This book provides rigorous discussions, case studies, and recent developments in the emerging areas of the power systems, especially renewable energy conversion systems, distributed generations, microgrids, smart grids, HVDC & FACTS, power system protection, etc. The readers would be benefited in terms of enhancing their knowledge and skills in the domain areas. The book will be a valuable reference for beginners, researchers, and professionals interested in developments in the power system.
£179.99
HarperCollins Publishers Abracadabra Strings – Abracadabra Violin (Pupil's book): The way to learn through songs and tunes
Learn to play the violin with popular pieces – lessons and sheet music for beginners The Abracadabra approach to learning through songs and tunes has set countless beginners on a clear path of progress and enjoyment with their chosen instrument. Now in its third edition, features include:• Technique carefully graded in 20 learning steps• Clear fingering and bowing diagrams• Concise theory explanations• Enough flexibility to suit individual teaching approaches• Duet accompaniments, trios and rounds throughout• Can be used alongside the companion tutors for viola,cello and double bass
£12.45
Montserrat Publishing Practical Everyday English: Book 1 in the Everyday English Advanced Vocabulary series: 2022
For upper intermediate and advanced students only; not for beginners or elementary level. Practical Everyday English is Book 1 in the Everyday English series. It is a self-study book designed to improve the vocabulary of upper intermediate and advanced students of English as a foreign language. This book has a special focus on phrasal verbs, advanced vocabulary and idioms. Unlike a dictionary, this book actually teaches students how and when to use the words by giving true-to-life examples, entertaining dialogue and useful exercises.
£18.19
Odd Dot Tiny World: Crochet!
Welcome to Tiny World, a series of cutie-patootie mini-craft kits created especially for beginners. Coupled with materials to make an adorable, miniature project, this full-color, photographic, thirty-two page book provides an overview of crochet and step-by-step instructions to create your very own teeny-tiny koala. The easy-to-learn project can be completed in just a few hours or less and looks fabulous on your bookshelf and desk, and to show off to your friends.
£11.99
Master Point Press Barbara's Bridge Tips
An expert bridge coach’s guide for beginners who are looking to move their game up to the next level. This book is for readers who have finished their beginner lessons, and are trying to move their game up to the next level. The tips cover all aspects of bridge -- bidding, play and defence. Advice and examples are drawn from material Barbara Seagram has developed for her students over the last twenty years -- it's like having your own personal bridge coach sitting beside you!
£16.23
Odd Dot Tiny World: Soap!
Welcome to Tiny World, a series of cutie-patootie mini-craft kits created especially for beginners. Coupled with materials to make an adorable, miniature project, this full-color, photographic, thirty-two page book provides an overview of soap making and step-by-step instructions to create your very own teeny-tiny donut. The easy-to-learn project can be completed in just a few hours or less and looks fabulous on your bookshelf and desk, and to show off to your friends.
£13.49
