Architect Charles R. Stinson conceives each project as a balance of space and light, where horizontal and natural light bring the outside in. The result is a living space that is both transcendent and grounding; a place that lifts the spirit and connects those who live there. Whether he is envisioning a family home or creating an entire community, Stinson views the compositional process as the art of `putting families and friendships` together. Architect and client collaborate to define an architectural vision that seamlessly joins beauty with function and interior with exterior. The book explores Charles Stinson`s most significant work, offering readers an opportunity to see the spaces that live and breathe light in his homes,...
ISBN: 978-1-86470-299-6
Издательство:
Antique Collector Club
Дата выхода: август 2011
Beloved by generations, "Charlotte`s Web" and "Stuart Little" are two of the most cherished stories of all time. Now, for the first time ever, these treasured classics are available in lavish new collectors` editions. In addition to a larger trim size, the original black-and-white art by Garth Williams has been lovingly colorized by renowned illustrator Rosemary Wells, adding another dimension to these two perfect books for young and old alike.
Stimulating activities within a graded syllabus. - It follows a carefully graded syllabus which allows for recycling of language. - A complete comic-strip adventure story runs through each book, featuring ace detective Captain Shadow. This provides a memorable context for new language and maintains motivation. - It involves children in a variety of other fun activities, such as songs, rhymes, games, and puzzles, which are all used to practise language in an enjoyable way. - It gives children a thorough grounding in listening, speaking, reading and writing.
ISBN: 978-0-19-432431-1
Издательство:
Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2011
A self-study or classroom book and CD package focusing on the topics and language structures required by pilots and air-traffi c controllers preparing to gain ICAO level 4 language requirements. The book contains 30 two-page units. Each unit is focussed on a unit topic and contains activities to practise speaking and listening skills as well as activities to develop key vocabulary. Tasks are similar to those commonly found in aviation English exams. Listening exercises use plain English recordings as well as RT exchanges and also feature routine and non-routine situations. Key features * Ideal for use alongside Aviation English and for ICAO level 4 preparation * The accompanying Audio CD features recordings for the listening activities...
ISBN: 978-0-230-40207-2
Издательство:
Macmillan Publishers
Дата выхода: июль 2011
Check Your English Vocabulary for Law is a workbook designed to help non-native English speakers improve their knowledge and understanding of core legal terminology. The workbook includes crosswords, puzzles and word games to test English vocabulary and a combination of self-study exercises and practical speaking activities mean that this book is ideal for both home- and classbased study.
ISBN: 978-0-7136-7592-4
Издательство:
A&C Black
Дата выхода: октябрь 2011
This workbook features a range of activities to help students learn and revise non-technical English vocabulary, essential for the study of any subject at a UK university. Self-study exercises and practical classroom activities are included, making it easy to revise classroom knowledge at home. Containing a range of word games, crosswords, quizzes and exercises, this workbook will help build vocabulary confidence in a fun, memorable way. Check Your Vocabulary for Academic English is a must-have workbook for all non-native English speakers wishing to expand their language skills.
ISBN: 978-0-7136-8285-4
Издательство:
A&C Black
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2012
The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) is a multiple choice English language proficiency test which measures comprehension, speaking, writing and reading skills in an international environment. Scores indicate how well people can communicate in business, commerce and industry. Check Your English Vocabulary for TOEIC is a must-have workbook for all non-native English speakers wishing to expand their language skills in preparation for the Test of English for International Communication. This workbook provides exercises to help teach and build vocabulary related to the TOEIC examination and also covers grammar, use of English, comprehension and spelling.
ISBN: 978-1-4081-5392-5
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2012
This workbook contains exercises to help teach and practise the vocabulary students need to be successful in the Cambridge First Certificate examination. Written for learners at upper-intermediate level, this workbook aims to help improve students` exam performance and is particularly appropriate for students working towards the FCE, but is also suitable for those working towards the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English. The material covers both general and topic-specific vocabulary as well as grammar, comprehension, pronunciation and spelling. Key Features Tests and improves vocabulary with exercises, word games, puzzles and quizzes; Easy-to-use format with clear instructions and answer key; Ideal for self-study or classroom use.
ISBN: 978-0-230-03363-4
Издательство:
Macmillan Publishers
Дата выхода: июль 2011
This workbook is designed to help non-native English speakers improve their knowledge of essential banking and financial terms. Written for students at intermediate level and above, this book is useful for anyone wishing to study, train or seek banking or finance work in an English-speaking country. The book uses fun puzzles and exercises to test grammar, general and topic-specific vocabulary, comprehension, pronunciation and spelling. Topics covered include insurance, pensions, taxation, mortgages, investments and international trade.
ISBN: 978-0-7136-8250-2
Издательство:
A&C Black
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2012
This workbook provides a resource for students studying towards the TOEFL (R) (Test of English as a Foreign Language) exam, which is a requirement for entry for non-native speakers of English at over 6,000 universities in 100 countries worldwide. It includes a range of fun activities to help students build and improve their English vocabulary at TOEFL (R) level, and is suitable for both self-study and classroom use. Check Your Vocabulary series: `Ideal self-study aids for anyone preparing for these exams` - The Bookseller.
ISBN: 978-0-7136-8414-8
Издательство:
A&C Black
Дата выхода: февраль 2012
A workbook for non-native English speakers wishing to expand their language skills in preparation for the Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC). --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
ISBN: 978-0-230-03362-7
Издательство:
Macmillan Publishers
Дата выхода: июль 2011
This workbook is designed to help non-native English speakers improve their knowledge and understanding of core computing and I. T. terminology. Self-study exercises and practical classroom activities are included, making it easy to revise classroom knowledge at home. It uses a variety of engaging activities such as word games, crosswords, speaking exercises and group games, which make learning easy and fun!
ISBN: 978-0-7136-7917-5
Издательство:
A&C Black
Дата выхода: октябрь 2011
Check Your Vocabulary workbooks are aimed at non-native speakers who want to build essential vocabulary and learn to speak fluent and natural-sounding English. For example, in English we use different words to describe different types of food when they go bad. We can describe meat as rotten, cheese as mouldy, milk as sour and butter as rancid - but we would not say sour meat, or rotten milk. Knowing how words are naturally used together is known as collocation. A good knowledge of these word combinations greatly improves the style of written and spoken language for non-native speakers. Knowledge of collocations is often tested in exams such as Ielts, Toefl and Toeic. Containing a range of word games, quizzes and exercises, this workbook...
ISBN: 978-0-7136-8317-2
Издательство:
A&C Black
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2012
Filled with illuminating questions and answers, this comprehensive workbook provides exercises to help teach and build vocabulary related to the TOEIC examination. For nearly three decades, the Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) has been used to measure the ability of nonnative English speakers to use English in occupational situations. Through the puzzles, examples, and word games in this guide, students can get to know words in different contexts and become familiar with language use in the workplace. The material covered also includes grammar, comprehension, and spelling to fully prepare test takers for the TOEIC.
ISBN: 978-0-7136-7508-5
Издательство:
A&C Black
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2012
This workbook is designed to help students studying for the FCE (First Certificate Examination). This University of Cambridge exam is taken by over 250,000 people worldwide every year and is one of the most popular English Language Teaching (ELT) exams. It includes a range of activities to help students build and improve their English vocabulary, and it is suitable for both self-study and classroom use.
ISBN: 978-1-4081-0455-2
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2012
This workbook contains exercises to help teach and practise the vocabulary students need to be successful in the IELTS test (International English Language Testing System). Written for intermediate and upper-intermediate level learners, this workbook aims to help improve students` exam performance and is particularly appropriate for students who are hoping to study or train in an English-speaking country. The material covers both general and topic-specific vocabulary as well as grammar, comprehension, pronunciation and spelling. Key Features Tests and improves vocabulary with exercises, word games, puzzles and quizzes; Easy-to-use format with clear instructions and answer key; Ideal for self-study or classroom use.
ISBN: 978-0-230-03360-3
Издательство:
Macmillan Publishers
Дата выхода: июль 2011
Check Your English Vocabulary for Medicine is a workbook designed to help learners of English improve their knowledge and understanding of core medical terminology. The workbook includes crosswords, puzzles and word games to test and build specialist English vocabulary. The combination of self-study exercises and practical speaking activities mean that this book is ideal for both home and class-based study.
ISBN: 978-0-7136-7590-0
Издательство:
A&C Black
Дата выхода: октябрь 2011
The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) is a multiple choice English language proficiency test which measures comprehension, speaking, writing and reading skills in an international environment. Scores indicate how well people can communicate in business, commerce and industry. Check Your English Vocabulary for TOEIC is a must-have workbook for all non-native English speakers wishing to expand their language skills in preparation for the Test of English for International Communication. This workbook provides exercises to help teach and build vocabulary related to the TOEIC examination and also covers grammar, use of English, comprehension and spelling.
This workbook provides exercises to help students practice and build many of the English words and phrases that they will find useful for the popular TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) examination, which focuses on the use of English in business and in the workplace. Written for students at upper-intermediate level and above, this book is particularly appropriate for anyone who wishes to study or train in an English-speaking country. General vocabulary covered in this workbook includes changes, location and direction, linking words, phrasal verbs, prepositions and word forms. The topics covered in this workbook include computers and IT, contracts, entertainment, job advertising and recruitment.
ISBN: 978-1-4081-5391-8
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2012
This workbook provides exercises to help teach and build English vocabulary, and covers topics such as recruitment and selection, contracts, payment systems, dismissals and industrial relations. It has been written both for students who are studying towards professional exams and for those involved in business and management. The material covers general and topic-specific vocabulary, as well as grammar and use of English, comprehension, pronunciation and spelling.
ISBN: 978-1-4081-4101-4
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2012
This workbook contains exercises to help teach and practise the vocabulary students need for academic purposes. Written for students at upper-intermediate level and above, this workbook aims to help those who need to learn basic non-technical vocabulary so that they can study any subject at college or university. The material uses exercises, gap-fills and puzzles to test grammar, comprehension and spelling. Key Features Tests and improves vocabulary with exercises, word games, puzzles and quizzes; Easy-to-use format with clear instructions and answer key; Ideal for self-study or classroom use.
ISBN: 978-0-230-03364-1
Издательство:
Macmillan Publishers
Дата выхода: июль 2011
