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Скачать книгу (размер 840 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 166) Аннотация: From Zeus and Europa, to Diana, Pan, and Prometheus, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome seem to exert a timeless power over us. But what do those myths represent, and why are they so enduringly fascinating? Why do they seem to be such a potent way of talking about our selves, our origins, and our desires? This imaginative and stimulating Very Short Introduction goes beyond a simple retelling of…

Скачать книгу (размер 769 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 152) Аннотация: Crime fiction has been one of the most popular genres since the 19th century, but has roots in works as varied as Sophocles, Herodotus, and Shakespeare. In this Very Short Introduction Richard Bradford explores the history of the genre, by considering the various definitions of 'crime fiction' and looking at how it has developed over time. Discussing the popularity of crime fiction worldwide and…

Скачать книгу (размер 932 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 184) Аннотация: In today's art world many strange, even shocking, things qualify as art. In this Very Short Introduction Cynthia Freeland explains why innovation and controversy are valued in the arts, weaving together philosophy and art theory with many fascinating examples. She discusses blood, beauty, culture, money, museums, sex, and politics, clarifying contemporary and historical accounts of the nature,…

Скачать книгу (размер 2 115 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 416) Аннотация: This course book supports the latest syllabus and includes all options. It promotes cross-cultural links and connections to TOK, international-mindedness and the IB learner profile. Written by two experienced IB teachers, it contains historical information alongside data from the latest research. Students are stimulated by a wealth of engaging activities and features. They are encouraged to think…

Скачать книгу (размер 3 257 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 640) Аннотация: Written by experienced authors and members of the Editorial Board of the IOP, Advanced Physics maintains the rigours of physics at the highest levels in a style that makes it accessible to a wide range of students.

Скачать книгу (размер 728 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 144) Аннотация: This highly original and sophisticated look at architecture helps us to understand the cultural significance of the buildings that surround us. It avoids the traditional style-spotting approach in favour of giving an idea of what it is about buildings that moves us, and what it is that makes them important artistically and culturally. The book begins by looking at how architecture acquires…

Скачать книгу (размер 157 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 32) Аннотация: 'Once, a long time ago, in a town called Nazareth, a little donkey was born.' As the wonderful events of the Nativity unfold, Brian Wildsmith tells of the journey of a little girl and a donkey to Bethlehem. It is their perspective on the Christmas story that gives the book such an intimate, innocent, and child-centred appeal. This classic story from one of our most internationally acclaimed…

Скачать книгу (размер 565 Kb , формат fb2) Аннотация: World Quest combines the drama and excitement of an episodic story, with real world texts and topics to accelerate students' progression. Your students will be enchanted by award winning author, Paul Shipton's episodic story at the beginning of each unit and they will want to know what happens next. Written especially for the course, the story introduces key vocabulary at the start of each unit…

Скачать книгу (размер 809 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 160) Аннотация: How advertising works is not a question that has a simple answer. Advertising is a diverse entity and different campaigns work (or fail to work) in a plethora of different ways. Most advertising persuades people to buy things, but how? And who does it aim to persuade? And how are these decisions made? In this Very Short Introduction Winston Fletcher, an expert with extensive knowledge of…

Скачать книгу (размер 157 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 32) Аннотация: Wanted — the tiny robbers are on the loose! They are a mischievous lot, always looking for something they can take, especially if it is mummy's glasses, daddy's socks, or even grandpa's wig! But don't worry, here come the tiny cops! They've polished their boots, shined their badges, and now they're ready for action! Which is a good thing, because the tiny robbers are after something really BIG…

Скачать книгу (размер 820 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 162) Аннотация: What is innovation? How is innovation used in business? How can we use it to succeed? Innovation — the ways ideas are made valuable — makes an important contribution to economic and social development, and is an increasingly topical issue. Not so long ago, there were no information technologies, commercial airlines, or television companies. Our parents were born into a world very different to…

Скачать книгу (размер 850 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 168) Аннотация: What shapes our sexuality? Is it a product of our genes, or of society, culture, and politics? How have concepts of sexuality and sexual norms changed over time? How have feminist theories, religion, and HIV/AIDS affected our attitudes to sex? Focusing on the social, political, and psychological aspects of sexuality, this Very Short Introduction examines these questions and many more, exploring…

Скачать книгу (размер 891 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 176) Аннотация: If you want to know what anthropology is, look at what anthropologists do. This Very Short Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology combines an accessible account of some of the disciplines guiding principles and methodology with abundant examples and illustrations of anthropologists at work. Peter Just and John Monaghan begin by discussing anthropologys most important contributions to…

Скачать книгу (размер 167 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 34) Аннотация: Talk Time 1 Test Booklet contains a photocopiable test for each unit in the Talk Time 1 Student Book. It also contains the Audio CD with the listening sections for each test and a complete audio script and answer key.

Скачать книгу (размер 503 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 100) Аннотация: Talk Time is a three-level conversation course that provides speaking and listening practice based on everyday situations. Gentle progression of communicative activities in each lesson makes it ideal for less confident students. The Student CD, included at the back of the Student Book, contains recordings of the conversations to provide students with listening practice outside of the classroom.

Скачать книгу (размер 646 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 128) Аннотация: The Talk Time 2 Teacher’s Book lets you: Plan lessons from the Talk Time 2 Student Book easily with step-by-step teaching notes including the complete audio script and answer keys to all the activities. Vary your lessons with tips on teaching vocabulary, listening, grammar, and speaking. Provide background information on situations and locations mentioned in the Talk Time 2 Student Book. Explain…

Скачать книгу (размер 157 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 32) Аннотация: 'Once, a long time ago, a little donkey was brought to Jesus.' The story of Easter is told here through the eyes of the donkey that carried Jesus into the city of Jerusalem. He watches the Last Supper, he sees Jesus brought before Pontius Pilate, he is there when Jesus is crucified, and he witnesses the joy of the resurrection. Every year, as these events are remembered, this beautiful retelling…

Скачать книгу (размер 952 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 188) Аннотация: English lessons form an integral part of a young learner's whole education. This book ciontains guidance for teachers who are new to young learners, and ideas and materials for a wide variety of language practice activities, including art and crafts, drama, games, storytelling, and songs. This book is intended for teachers of English as a foreign language.

Скачать книгу (размер 565 Kb , формат fb2) Аннотация: Find out how Steven Seagull saves Beach City in this hilarious action-packed picture book from the creator of Weasels, Elys Dolan. It's packed with cross-over jokes to appeal to children and adults too. The artwork is full of details for poring over time and time again. And you'll get to see sharks playing volleyball, a goldfish driving a speedboat, crabs building sandcastles ...oh, and the most…

Скачать книгу (размер 483 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 96) Аннотация: The Oxford Phonics Spelling Dictionary is an easy home and school reference tool. It supports the teaching of reading and spelling through synthetic phonics. Supported by the Floppy's Phonics Sounds and Letters Programme, it follows the Alphabetic Code Chart showing the sounds and alternative spellings that children will need to learn to become proficient readers and spellers. The words are…