Edited by Hakim Adi. ... A compelling anthology of Black voices from England, America, Africa and the Caribbean, from people who lived, worked, campaigned and travelled in Britain from the eighteenth to the early twentieth century. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library ; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. Professor Hakim Adi, shortlisted for the Wolfson history prize, draws on a variety of published works in Black Voices on Britain, all of which describe powerful experiences: ... |
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The international bestseller. ... A novel of high adventure, great storytelling and moral purpose, based on an extraordinary true story of eight years in the Bombay underworld. "In the early 80s, Gregory David Roberts , an armed robber and heroin addict, escaped from an Australian prison to India, where he lived in a Bombay slum. There, he established a free health clinic and also joined the mafia, working as a money launderer, forger and street soldier. He found time to learn Hindi and Marathi, fall in love, and spend time being worked over in an Indian jail. Then, in case anyone thought he was slacking, he acted ... |
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Peter Grant is facing fatherhood, and an uncertain future, with equal amounts of panic and enthusiasm. Rather than sit around, he takes a job with emigre Silicon Valley tech genius Terrence Skinner's brand new London start up - the Serious Cybernetics Company. Drawn into the orbit of Old Street's famous "silicon roundabout", Peter must learn how to blend in with people who are both civilians and geekier than he is. Compared to his last job, Peter thinks it should be a doddle. But magic is not finished with Mama Grant's favourite son. Because Terrence Skinner has a secret hidden in the bowels of the ... |
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Как да създавате поразителни снимки на жени. ... В тази широко приета книга, професионалната фотографка Криста Меола минава отвъд света на фотографията, за да помогне на жените да изглеждат и да се чувстват красиви, като развиват своя сексапил, увереност и женственост. Без значение дали снима модел или "момичето от съседната врата", Криста споделя своите лични съвети и техники за целия процес по провеждането на успешна будоарна фотосесия. С този красиво илюстриран наръчник ще научите как да подготвяте обект, който никога не е позирал, да създавате чувствени движения, осигурявате красиво осветяване и да ... |
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A dead body is dredged from the Thames, presumed to be the son of wealthy miser John Harmon, in Charles Dickens final novel, "Our Mutual Friend". Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library - a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition has an introduction by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley and original illustrations by Marcus Stone. John Harmon made his fortune collecting "dust", and on his death his estranged son is due to inherit his wealth on the condition that ... |
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"Oxford Bookworms Library Factfiles" are non-fiction graded readers from the "Oxford Bookworms Library" available for Levels 1 to 4 (CEFR A1 - B2). Students learn about different countries and cultures, science and nature, history and historical figures all while practising and improving their English. It's an exciting life - full of fast cars, money, and travel. The names of Formula One champions are known all over the world. And everywhere young drivers dream of success one day in Monaco, Melbourne, Monza... But it is a difficult life too. Drivers need strong bodies - and minds. They need to ... |
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Compiled by: Tig Thomas. ... "Illustrated Treasury of Hans Christian Andersen" is a delightful hardback book for children aged 7+ to celebrate one of the most famous storytellers of all time. The book contains a wealth of enchanting illustrations that bring the wonderful fairytale world of Hans Christian Andersen to life. Taking readers on a magical journey in which mermaids are enchanted, princes are turned into swans, and tin soldiers are always brave, this is truly an anthology to treasure. Discover magic, wonder and adventure woven throughout this charming collection. "Illustrated Treasury of Hans ... |
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"Oxford Bookworms Library Factfiles" are non-fiction graded readers from the "Oxford Bookworms Library" available for Levels 1 to 4 (CEFR A1 - B2). Students learn about different countries and cultures, science and nature, history and historical figures all while practising and improving their English. What will we do when there is nowhere to put our rubbish? Every day, all over the world, people drop cans, boxes, paper, and bottles into bins and never think about them again. And the rubbish mountains get bigger and bigger. But there is another way - a way that makes old paper into houses, broken ... |
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"Oxford Bookworms Library Factfiles" are non-fiction graded readers from the "Oxford Bookworms Library" available for Levels 1 to 4 (CEFR A1 - B2). Students learn about different countries and cultures, science and nature, history and historical figures all while practising and improving their English. It is hard to imagine the modern world without information technology. At home, at work, and at play, mobile phones, emails, and computers have become part of daily life. The story of information technology is a story of machines - from the ancient abacus to the small powerful computer chips of today. ... |
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Изданието е съвместимо с настоящата учебна програма. ... Учебното помагало по история и цивилизации е предназначено за учениците от 9. клас на профилираните гимназии с интензивно изучаване на английски език. То е съобразено със спецификата на преподаването на учебните предмети на чужд език в българското училище. Неговите основни предимства са: компетентен превод и редакция, направени от носител на езика, специалист по история и културология; текстовете на темите са намалени по обем и адаптирани спрямо езиковото равнище на учениците; към всяка тема е предложен откъс от писмен исторически източник, подходящ за ... |
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The epic story of how a young social climber from Malaysia pulled off one of the biggest financial heists in history. In 2015, rumours began circulating that billions of dollars had been stolen from a Malaysian investment fund. The mastermind of the heist was twenty seven year old Jho Low, a serial fabulist from an upper-middle-class Malaysian family, who had carefully built his reputation as a member of the jet-setting elite by arranging and financing elaborate parties for Wall Street bankers, celebrities, and even royalty. With the aid of Goldman Sachs and others, Low stole billions of dollars, right under the nose of ... |
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Книгата за учителя подготвя за изпита "First Certificate in English". ... "Complete First for Schools" is the most thorough preparation for B2 "First for Schools". This Teacher's Book contains detailed teacher's notes, answer key and extra teaching ideas. The Downloadable Resource pack includes Class Audio, access to B2 First for Schools Speaking Test Videos, and worksheets containing extra skills practice for the exam and extension skills work to stretch students further. Учебната система по английски език "Complete First for Schools Second Edition - ниво B2" се състои от: ... |
