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Learn to speak, read, and write Korean—with manga illustrations!A complete language guide for beginners, Learning Korean is your gateway to learning the basics of the Korean language, allowing you to engage in practical daily conversations and build your vocabulary for effective communication. Whether you're a self-study enthusiast or participating in a beginner-level class, this guide equips you with the essential skills to start conversing in Korean right away.Key features include: 11 Beginner-Friendly Lessons: 11 thoughtfully crafted lessons designed to cater to adult learners taking their first steps in the world of Korean language Daily Conversations: Learn basic sentence patterns and essential vocabulary that are commonly used in everyday interactions. This practical approach ensures that you can start communicating effectively from the very beginning Manga Art: Illustrations throughout each lesson demonstrate the daily dialogues and common experiences in Korea, and help make learning the key vocab fun & easy Hangeul and Romanization: All Korean words and sentences are presented in both Korean Hangeul script and Romanized form, making pronunciation and understanding accessible to learners. English translations are also provided for clarity Practical Exercises: Fill-in-the-blanks, word games, dialogue prompts, reading & writing exercises, and more help to reinforce each lesson Native Speaker Audio Recordings: Access native-speaker audio recordings online to improve your pronunciation and listening comprehension skills Downloadable Flashcards: Reinforce your learning with downloadable flashcards, a convenient tool for efficient vocabulary memorization This guide provides invaluable notes and explanations on various aspects of the Korean language, including pronunciation, the Korean Hangeul script, greetings, requests, basic sentence structure, vocabulary, verb conjugations, honorific forms, idiomatic expressions, and etiquette dos and don'ts.Start your Korean language adventure today with Learning Korean and pave the way for meaningful conversations and cultural understanding in the Korean-speaking world!

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Japanese gardens are found throughout the world today—their unique forms now considered a universal art form. This stunning Japanese gardening book examines the work of five leading landscape architects in North America who are exploring the extraordinary power of Japanese-style garden design to create an immersive experience promoting personal and social well-being. Master garden designers Hoichi Kurisu, Takeo Uesugi, David Slawson, Shin Abe and Marc Keane have each interpreted the style and meaning of the Japanese garden in unique ways in their innovative designs for private, commercial and public spaces. Several recent Japanese-style gardens by each designer are featured in this book with detailed descriptions and sumptuous color photos. Hoichi Kurisu—transformative spaces for spiritual and physical equilibrium. Takeo Uesugi—bright, flowing gardens that evoke joyful living. David Slawson—evocations of native place that fuse with the surrounding landscape. Shin Abe—dynamically balanced "visual stories" that produce meaning and comfort. Marc Keane—reflections on human connections with nature through the art of gardens. Also included are essays on the designers and mini-essays by them about gardens in Japan which have most inspired their work, as well as commentaries by patrons and visitors to their North American gardens. The book focuses on recently-created gardens to suggest how the art form is currently evolving, and to understand how Japanese garden design principles and practices are being adapted to suit the needs and ways of people living and working outside Japan today.

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This pack contains 200 high-quality large (6.75 inch) origami sheets printed with traditional Floating World prints.These vibrant origami papers were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. This paper pack contains 12 prints, and all of the papers have coordinating colors on the reverse side to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back. "Floating World" refers to Japan's traditional Geisha districts and the art and literary worlds associated with them.This origami paper pack includes: 200 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique designs Saturated colors Double-sided color 6.75 x 6.75 inch (17 cm) squares Step-by-step instructions for 6 easy-to-fold origami projects

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This pack contains 200 high-quality origami sheets printed with fun and vibrant Blue & White Patterns.These paper patterns were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains 12 designs unique to this pack, and all of the papers are printed with coordinating colors on the reverse to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back of the papers.This origami paper pack includes: 200 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique designs Vibrant and bright colors Double-sided color 6 x 6 inch (15 cm) squares Instructions for 6 easy origami projects

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This origami paper pack includes: 500 sheets of high-quality origami paper

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This remarkable new collection of paper plane models by renowned paper artist Andrew Dewar presents replicas of 13 of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous aviation inventions - most of which actually fly!

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Chinese Myths and Legends is a wonderful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love, this mesmerizing book includes myths of creation, mortality and love. More than just a Chinese children's storybook, Chinese Myths and Legends also explores the historical impact and roots of each tale, inviting you and the children you love to fully enjoy the many layers of meaning contained within them. The included pronunciation guide as well as information for further reading makes this a perfect tool for educators, librarians and parents.

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You'll be delighted at how quick, fun and inexpensive it is to make beautiful folded paper jewellery! Who knew that papercraft could be used to create such gorgeously wearable jewellery pieces?

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**Named a "Best Craft Book" by Book Riot**With this origami folding book, learn how to create original gift boxes that are as beautiful as the treasures they hold!Considered the most famous living origami master, Tomoko Fuse is known for her expertise in modular origami and box-folding. The more than 30 origami projects in this book range from beginner to more advanced, and ensure you'll always have a special way to give a gift. The simple flat box, or tato, is an excellent introduction to the art of origami for beginners and allows readers to "start small," then build to more intricate pieces like the Hexagonal Box and Octagonal Flower Box (Mukuge).Handmade paper boxes are an expression of origami crafts at their very best. Experiment with different thicknesses, textures, and origami paper designs for a true one-of-a-kind presentation. The projects are divided into 3 sections: Simple Boxes from Square Sheets, Modular Boxes from Multiple Square Sheets and Modular Boxes from Rectangular Sheets.Step-by-step instructions and diagrams guide you from start to finish as you create: Simple flat boxes—rectangular, triangular, hexagonal and more Pyramid-shaped boxes and different ways of finishing them off Modular box tops that look amazing Window-topped boxes for nesting a special gift Box tops with flourishes from flat to spiraled Easy liners for boxes of all shapes and sizes And a lot more Origami box folding is a relaxing and satisfying craft for all levels of expertise and—with a little practice and this easy origami book—gift-giving will never be the same.

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This pack contains 500 high-quality origami sheets printed with 12 different colourful and attractive kaleidoscope prints.

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Chinese is a fascinating language that can seem impossibly difficult to learn at first but is relatively easy if you focus on the spoken language. This user-friendly guide to the basics helps you learn how to speak Chinese quickly and easily by drawing parallels with something you already know; English. The revised edition contains new dialogues, cultural notes, IT, smartphone and social media vocabulary and new manga illustrations. This book is designed for everyone who wants to learn to speak and understand colloquial spoken Chinese whether it is for business, for pleasure, or for travel in China;and it allows you to enjoy the process of learning the language! A lighthearted guide that brings Chinese to life in a down-to-earth fashion Real-life dialogues and situations help you to converse with confidence Sentence pattern exercises and drills help to reinforce what you are learning Native-speaker audio recordings teach you to pronounce Chinese accurately Interesting notes, idioms, sayings, and poems introduce you to Chinese culture Mandarin Chinese for Beginners contains lots of extra hints and tips drawn from the authors' many years of experience in teaching the language in adult evening classes. Answer Keys to the exercise questions are provided, and an Extend Your Vocabulary section in each chapter helps you to remember and understand more words that you'd think possible. Photos and insider tips about China's culture and its many unique places, add spice to the adventure! Mandarin Chinese for Beginners focuses on real-life situations that you'll encounter in China. New words are explained regarding how you'll use them to communicate with friends in real-life. The audio recordings allow you listen, repeat and remember the sentences with ease. These will help you to declare with pride, I can say that in Chinese!

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This Korean picture dictionary covers the 1,200 most useful Korean words and phrases. It gives each word and sentence in Korean Hangeul characters with a Romanized version to help you pronounce it correctly and the English meaning. The words are grouped into 40 different themes or topics. Each theme has around 30 words and several example sentences showing how the words are used. Each page is richly illustrated with dozens of colour photographs. Companion online Audio recordings by native Korean speakers of all the vocabulary and sentences in the book, to allow you to practice pronouncing them. An introduction to Korean pronunciation and grammar is included and indexes at the back allow you to look up the words in this easy-to-use Korean dictionary quickly.

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"This portrait of Japanese country life reminds us that at its core, a happy and healthy life is based on the bonds of food, family, tradition, community, and the richness of nature." —John Einarsen, Founding Editor and Art Director of Kyoto JournalWhat would it be like to move to Japan, leaving everyone you know behind, to become part of a traditional Japanese household? At Home in Japan tells an extraordinary true story of a foreign woman who goes through a fantastic transformation, as she makes a move from a suburban lifestyle in California to a new life, living in Japan. She dedicates 30 years of her life to being a housewife, custodian and chatelaine of a 350-year-old farmhouse in rural Japan. This astonishing book traces a circular path from were Rebecca began, to living under Japanese customs—from the essential day to day details of life in the house and village, through relationships with family, neighbors and the natural and supernatural entities with which the family shares the home. Rebecca Otowa then focuses on her inner life, touching on some of the pivotal memories of her time in Japan, the lessons in perception that Japan has taught her and how she has been changed by living in Japan.An insightful and compelling read, At Home in Japan is a beautifully written and illustrated reminiscence of a once pure life made extraordinary.

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Kimchi is the newest star on the Asian culinary stage. These kimchi recipes are an appetizing way to add more vegetables with probiotics, vitamins, and enzymes to your healthy diet.This delicious Korean superfood is tasty in a surprisingly tangy, spicy, and pungent way! The Korean Kimchi Cookbook is the first Korean cookbook in English to present Korean kimchi recipes in so many different forms. Learn about the alchemy of vegetable fermentation and its health benefits, which include healthy digestion, anti-aging results, lower cholesterol, and a stronger immune system. The Korean Kimchi Cookbook features the extensive history and background information about Korean cuisine and the country's fascinating culture, and is perfect for vegans, vegetarians and omnivores alike!There are 78 flavorful and easy-to-prepare recipes organized by season, including: Fresh Oyster Kimchi Swiss Chard Kimchi Fresh Ginger Pickles Traditional Cabbage Kimchi This latest edition has been rewritten to make instructions more accessible for the home cook, with all spices, condiments, and vegetables easily found in any Western supermarket. Plus, all recipes are easy enough for anyone new to the world of fermentation—the combinations and possibilities are endless! The recipes in this Korean cookbook represent what good food is about: health, quality, simplicity, and the balance of texture and flavor. Become a part of an ancient Korean tradition passed down through the years with The Korean Kimchi Cookbook!

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Unlock the secrets of the legendary weapons of the samuraiWhile the samurai is well known as the military nobility of medieval Japan, their range of weapons, which went far beyond the katana, bow, and spear, is lesser known. For instance, some weapons, like the tesson, or iron fan, were used in secret where samurai swords were not allowed. Others were improvised, with warriors using whatever fighting tool was at hand. In Samurai Weapons, readers will follow the story of Zenigata Heiji, among others, who developed an uncanny ability to use heavy coins as dangerous weapons by throwing them like bullets.Author Don Cunningham, who held ranks in judo, jujutsu, and kendo, including a second dan license from the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo, gives us a historical look at these ancient arms in a way that's useful for novices and samurai experts alike.Chapters cover such rich details as: Japanese martial arts culture Hidden weapons Sensu, truncheons, and polearms Learn how and why samurai weapons included not only the sword of popular lore but also a variety of others. Cunningham describes the society of Japan, how the samurai class arose, and the place in society that samurai held through the centuries, focusing in particular on the various weaponry they used, how they used it, and why. Samurai Weapons highlights how these weapons and fighting styles have influenced various schools of Japanese martial arts.

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Taekwondo Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this martial art form in a clear and easy-to-understand manner! This basic introductory survey contains the following vital information: The origins of Taekwondo its philosophy, history, and different skills; How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you; Getting ready for your first class what happens in a Taekwondo class?; The essential elements stances, blocks, hand and arm strikes and kicks; How to complement your Taekwondo training with other conditioning exercises, such as running and biking; Powerful ways to improve your technique through target training, partner training, competitive training, free-sparring, and more; Resources that can help you further develop your Taekwondo training. Whether you're just getting started, or you've already been training for a year or two, Taekwondo Basics offers an easy to read, and yet comprehensive introduction to the sport.

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Essential Tagalog Phrasebook & Dictionary presents the practical language of everyday interactions, conveyed in a way that's clear, concise, accessible and enjoyable. It includes fundamental sentences used when meeting people, starting conversations, and asking and replying to questions, as well as a basic grammar and pronunciation guide to help you start speaking Tagalog right away.Terms and phrases covering mobile phones, wireless and social media help you make the most of the language. In addition, sentences on the essentials of travel help visitors navigate the basics of arranging accommodations, dining out, dealing with transportation and emergencies and more.This resource includes: Over 1,500 essential sentences for everyday use A glossary containing over 2,000 terms and expressions A handy format for finding the information you need quickly and easily Latest Tagalog vocabulary and phrases for smart phones, social media and more In this book you'll find: Expressions for meeting people, asking and answering simple questions and starting up friendly conversations A pronunciation guide and grammar notes explaining the basic sounds and sentence patterns of the language New manga illustrations showing key phrases and situations Phrases for technology, WiFi, smartphones and social media A useful English-Tagalog dictionary so the right word and phrase is always at your fingertips! Travel tips, cultural notes and more—allowing you to interact with Tagalog speakers without making serious blunders Whether you're a total beginner or have some experience with the language, this is a reference you'll turn to again and again when visiting the Philippines or interacting with Tagalog speakers.

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This DIY sewing book presents a fabulous new collection of lightweight wraps that are easy to sew and look fantastic!

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500 Basic Korean Verbs is a complete study guide to the most common Korean verbsKorean grammar is notoriously difficult for foreigners to master but is essential for those wishing to learn Korean. This book is the only comprehensive guide to the correct usage of Korean verbs available for English-speaking learners. Each of the 500 high-frequency Korean verbs is presented in a convenient single-page format that gives the verb's meaning and pronunciation and displays the verb's 48 main tenses, speech levels, and moods (all accompanied by romanizations). Also included are a handy guide to the Korean language and verb conjugation, reference tables of basic Korean verb types, and three indexes (Romanized, Hangeul, and English). 500 Basic Korean Verbs Includes: Conjugations by tense, speech levels, and mood. "Model verb" system quickly identifies each verb's pattern. Sample sentences demonstrating the verb's correct usage. Free downloadable audio provides pronunciations for the verbs and 1,000 example sentences. Korean characters (Hangul) as well as romanized pronunciations to help English speakers. A two-color design makes quick reference easy.

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Learn the essential Mandarin Chinese characters and words in everyday use in China!Anyone planning to learn Chinese knows that there are 300 primary characters they must learn to function in China. This systematic introduction to Mandarin is designed to help you learn them fast—along with how to pronounce, write, and remember 1,200 key vocabulary words and phrases. Essential for anyone wishing to pass the official Chinese government HSK Level 1 & 2 proficiency exam or the Advanced Placement (AP) Chinese Language and Culture Exam, Beginning Mandarin Chinese Characters, Volume 1 presents these 300 characters in a series of very simple and easy lessons that: The characters are grouped into themes with a warm-up narrative for each character Each character''s pronunciation and meanings in combination with other characters are presented Exercises to practice recognizing the characters and using the vocabulary are provided Writin

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More Making Out in Korea is a fun, accessible and thorough Korean phrase book and guide to the Korean language as it's really spoken.Now in its third edition, this is the perfect introduction to Korean as it's really spoken—from everyday interactions to basic questions to the language of love. It includes phrases and tidbits of information on a variety of social situations such as eating out, traveling texting, and much more. More Making Out in Korean features a pronunciation guide and basic grammar, as well as guidelines for the use of polite and informal phrases so you'll never put a foot wrong when: Meeting and getting to know people Exploring clubs and bars Getting serious in relationships Talking to friends through social media Each expression in this Korean phrasebook is given in Korean script as well as the Romanized form to enhance your experience of the language (and help you with "written socializing" on computers and gadgets). Full of colorful slang, straight talk and a little cultural savvy on the side, this book has what you need to get started. Pick it up and get ready to converse.

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This exciting new translation of the Chinese classic is designed to delight modern readers.The Three Kingdoms is an epic Chinese novel written over six centuries ago. It recounts in vivid historical detail the turbulent years at the close of the Han Dynasty when China broke into three competing kingdoms and over half the population was killed or driven from their homes. readers will experience the loyalty and treachery, the brotherhood and rivalry of China's legendary heroes and villains during the most tumultuous period in Chinese history.Part myth, part reality, The Three Kingdoms is considered the most significant work in classic Chinese literature. Many Chinese people view it not only as a work of art but also as a moral guide to success in life and business. Foreigners often read it to gain insights into Chinese society and culture. From the saga of The Three Kingdoms, readers will learn how great warriors motivated their troops and enhanced their influence while disguising their weaknesses and turning the strengths of others against them. Complete with footnotes and a detailed character list, this readable new edition is sure to thrill today's readers from all over the world.As the first volume in a trilogy, The Three Kingdoms: The Sacred Oath introduces Liu Bei and his brothers-in-arms Zhang Fei and Guan Yu, whose allegiance is sorely tested in a society in which each group is fighting for its own survival.

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**Creative Child Magazine Preferred Choice Award Winner** **Moonbeam Children's Book Award Silver Medal Winner**All About Thailand is a new Thai book for kids ages 8 to 12 which brings you on an incredible journey to exotic Thailand.Thailand is a place where a modern culture thrives in one of the world's most ancient countries. Your guides in this adventure are two Thai children: Mali is a 9-year-old girl from the countryside and Tawan is an 11-year old boy from Bangkok. Travel with them as they explore their land—experienced its fascinating wildlife, beautiful handcrafts, sports, games, celebrations and, of course—great Thai food! They'll give you a glimpse of what it's like to live in Thailand, and they'll show you all the things that kids in Thailand love to do. With this Thai culture and history-for-kids book readers will: Visit with elephants and monkeys Learn new fun and challenging games Share Thai myth, fairy tales and fables Get a taste of the Thai language and learn a song or two Make things that let you experience Thailand's beliefs, celebrations and culture Experience the unique flavors of Thailand with a few easy, yummy recipes And lots more! Along with fun facts, you'll learn about the spirit of the Thailand that makes this country and its people unique. All About Thailand is a book for parents and kids to enjoy together!

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Mini Hindi Dictionary is the most up-to-date Hindi pocket dictionary available. Ideal for any application where a handy, portable dictionary is required—whether for travel, business or study.This powerful pocket reference contains the following essential features: Bidirectional English-Hindi and Hindi-English sections Covers all 12,000 essential words, idioms, and expressions Headwords printed in bold for quick and easy reference Hindi words given in Romanized form for easy pronunciation Latest computer, Internet, smartphone, and social media vocabulary Whether you need a travel size dictionary for your trip to India or are learning the Hindi language in a classroom setting, this mini dictionary is an essential resource.

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Advanced Korean offers a complete, systematic, and streamlined third-year course in Korean. It is ideal for university students and adult learners with plentiful reading texts and written exercises, all in Korean Hangul. Concise Korean grammar notes in English, extensive glossaries, and an answer key make this book suitable for those studying alone, as well as for classroom use. There are 20 comprehensive lessons, each with a reading text in which new language is introduced in context, followed by vocabulary, grammar points, and exercises. Lessons 5, 10, 15 and 20 are short reviews of the key structural patterns introduced. The focus is on written Korean, but the reading texts are not academic; they are breezy, chatty, and amusing, with illustrations. The textbook comes with a free online workbook, which includes 20 lessons that build on the content of the lessons in the book to introduce 500 Chinese characters in their Sino-Korean readings. The emphasis is on giving students the tools they need to decipher unfamiliar Chinese characters on their own, and also on Sino-Korean vocabulary acquisition. Each lesson introduces approximately 25-30 new Chinese characters along with related vocabulary items and builds on previous characters and vocabulary introduced, demonstrating the cumulative effect on one's vocabulary of paying systematic attention to Sino-Korean.

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Flash cards are one of the quintessential keys to successful language learning, and Chinese Flash Cards Kit Volume 3 contains all the necessary ingredients you need to read and write Chinese.Many Chinese language students understand that there are three secrets to committing these Chinese characters, or Hanzi, to memory: start with the basic characters first, then study the others in the correct order, and use constant repetition to reinforce them until they stick in your long-term memory. No other study tool is better equipped to handle this task other than flash cards, making this kit an ideal resource for practicing Chinese. These handy flash cards present the characters in the correct order, and the cards have a full range of features to help you master the 448 Upper Intermediate level characters, along with their associated 2,240+ words and sentences. All characters needed for the HSK Upper Intermediate Level exam are covered. The HSK is China''s standard tes

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Developed out of the aesthetic philosophy of cha-no-yu (the tea ceremony) in fifteenth-century Japan, wabi sabi is an aesthetic that finds beauty in things imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete.Taken from the Japanese words wabi, which translates to less is more, and sabi, which means attentive melancholy, wabi sabi refers to an awareness of the transient nature of earthly things and a corresponding pleasure in the things that bear the mark of this impermanence. As much a state of mind—an awareness of the things around us and an acceptance of our surroundings—as it is a design style, wabi sabi begs us to appreciate the pure beauty of life—a chipped vase, a quiet rainy day, the impermanence of all things. Presenting itself as an alternative to today's fast-paced, mass-produced, neon-lighted world, wabi sabi reminds us to slow down and take comfort in the natural beauty around us.In addition to presenting the philosophy of wabi-sabi, this book includes how-to design advice—so that a transformation of body, mind, and home can emerge.Chapters include: History: The Development of Wabi Sabi Culture: Wabi Sabi and the Japanese Character Art: Defining Aesthetics Design: Creating Expressions with Wabi Sabi Materials Spirit: The Universal Spirit of Wabi Sabi

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"A teacher is never a giver of truth—he is a guide, a pointer to the truth that each student must find for himself. A good teacher is merely a catalyst."—Bruce LeeWithin the pages of Striking Thoughts, you will find the secrets of Bruce Lee's incredible success— as an actor, martial artist, and inspiration to the world. Consisting of eight sections, Striking Thoughts covers 72 topics and 825 aphorisms—from spirituality to personal liberation and from family life to filmmaking—all of which Bruce lived by.His ideas helped energize his life and career and made it possible for him to live a happy and assured life, overcoming challenging obstacles with seeming ease. They also inspired his family, friends, students, and colleagues to achieve success in their own lives and this personal collection will help you in your journey too.Sections include: On First Principles—including life, existence, time, and death On Being Human—including the mind, happiness, fear, and dreams On Matters of Existence—health, love, marriage, raising children, ethics, racism, and adversity On Achievement—work, goals, faith, success, money, and fame On Art and Artists—art, filmmaking, and acting On Personal Liberation—conditioning, Zen Buddhism, meditation, and freedom On the Process of Becoming—self-actualization, self-help, self-expression, and growth On Ultimate (Final) Principles—Yin-yang, totality, Tao, and the truth This Bruce Lee Book is part of the Bruce Lee Library which also features: Bruce Lee: The Celebrated Life of the Golden Dragon Bruce Lee: The Tao of Gung Fu Bruce Lee: Artist of Life Bruce Lee: Letters of the Dragon Bruce Lee: The Art of Expressing the Human Body Bruce Lee: Jeet Kune Do

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"A nonchalant string of anecdotes and wisecracks, told by a fellow who doesn't have a name, and has never caught a mouse, and isn't much good for anything except watching human beings in action…" —The New YorkerWritten from 1904 through 1906, Soseki Natsume's comic masterpiece, I Am a Cat, satirizes the foolishness of upper-middle-class Japanese society during the Meiji era. With acerbic wit and sardonic perspective, it follows the whimsical adventures of a world-weary stray kitten who comments on the follies and foibles of the people around him. A classic of Japanese literature, I Am a Cat is one of Soseki's best-known novels. Considered by many as the most significant writer in modern Japanese history, Soseki's I Am a Cat is a classic novel sure to be enjoyed for years to come.

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This is an introductory workbook and guide to writing Japanese Katakana.Writing Japanese Katakana has been carefully designed to facilitate the quick and easy mastery of the 46-character katakana alphabet, making it the perfect tool to begin the process of mastering written Japanese. Each character is introduced with brushed, handwritten and typed samples that enhance character recognition. Extensive space for writing allows the maximum practice to facilitate memorization and to ensure proper character formation. Entertaining illustrations and amusing examples of loan-words that use katakana in Japanese writings further reinforce memorization in a fun way. Writing Katakana is tailored to the specific needs of young students of the Japanese language, but is also well suited to beginning students of any age. This Japanese language workbook contains: grayed-out, trace-over characters for correct character construction. Extensive practice in writing sentences for maximum reinforcement. Supplementary explanations, including a brief history of the origin of each character, to foster visual recall.

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This is a compact and user-friendly Japanese to English and English to Japanese dictionary.The Tuttle Compact Japanese Dictionary is an updated and expanded version of Martin's Concise Japanese Dictionary, the favorite dictionary for students of the Japanese language for more than 30 years. The inclusion of declensions for common verbs at the back is a valuable reference for foreigners learning Japanese is. The layout of the dictionary is extremely easy to use: headwords are highlighted in color, and all entries are given in Japanese script as well as their romanized equivalents. This format gives the learner a head start in mastering the important written characters of Japanese. This dictionary includes idiomatic expressions along with numerous sample sentences showing how Japanese words and expressions are correctly used in everyday contexts. A comprehensive pronunciation guide and detailed notes on Japanese grammar are also included, making this dictionary a great way to learn Japanese. Comprehensive and up-to-date with over 25,000 entries. English-Japanese and Japanese-English sections. Clear, user-friendly layout with idioms, expressions and sample sentences. The ideal dictionary for students, teachers and business people.

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These beautiful note cards feature 16 traditional Japanese woodblock prints. Blank inside, these cards will convey a heartfelt message for any occasion.This note card set includes: 16 folded blank note cards—3.75 x 4.5 inches (9.5 x 11.5 cm) 17 patterned envelopes (meet US Postal requirements for mailing with a standard stamp) 16 different designs

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This pack contains 48 high-quality origami sheets printed with 12 different colorful abstract patterns.These creative patterns were chosen to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. There's enough paper here to assemble amazing modular origami sculptures, distribute to students for a class project, or put to a multitude of other creative uses.This origami paper pack includes: 48 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 colorful abstract designs and patterns Double-sided color Large 8 1/4'' squares Instructions for 6 easy origami projects

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This origami paper pack contains 250 actual size, fake $1.00 bills. These bills were designed for use in dollar bill origami models, but are also suitable for school projects, as props for movies and theatrical productions, for gifts and other novelty purposes.This paper pack includes: 250 realistic high-quality practice dollar bills Faithfully reproduced details and landmarks Full color, double-sided, actual size Step-by-step instructions for 4 easy-to-fold dollar origami projects by Marc Kirschenbaum, author of Easy Money Origami Kit

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This epic saga of brotherhood and rivalry, of loyalty and treachery, of victory and death, forms part of the indelible core of classical Chinese culture and continues to fascinate modern-day readers.In 220 EC, the 400-year-old rule of the mighty Han dynasty came to an end and three kingdoms contested for control of China. Liu Pei, the legitimate heir to the Han throne, elects to fight for his birthright and enlists the aid of his sworn brothers, the impulsive giant Chang Fei and the invincible knight Kuan Yu. The brave band faces a formidable array of enemies, foremost among them the treacherous and bloodthirsty Ts'ao Ts'ao. The bold struggle of the three heroes seems doomed until the reclusive wizard Chuko Liang offers his counsel, and the tide begins to turn.Romance of the Three Kingdoms is China's oldest novel and the first of a great tradition of historical fiction. Believed to have been compiled by the play-wright Lo Kuan-chung in the late fourteenth century, it is indebted to the great San-kuo chi (Chronicles of the Three Kingdoms) completed by the historian Ch'en Shou just before his death in 297 CE. The novel first appeared in print in 1522. This edition, translated in the mid-1920s by C. H. Brewitt-Taylor, is based on a shortened and simplified version which appeared in the 1670s. An Introduction to this reprint by Robert E. Hegel, Professor of Chinese and Comparative Literature at Washington University, provides an insightful commentary on the historical background to the novel, its literary origins and its main characters.

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Award-winning actor In Black Belt Fitness for Life, Grandmaster Tae Sun Kang applies his four decades of experience to guide you through an innovative method of fitness using Taekwondo principles

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