V. S. Naipaul's Booker Prize winning novel about displacement, the yearning for the good place in someone else's land and the attendant heartache. 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 is introduced by acclaimed author, Robert McCrum. In a Free State tells the story first of an Indian servant in Washington, who becomes an American citizen but feels displaced. Then of a disturbed Asian West Indian in London who, in ... |
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If you like stories about wilderness and survival full of adventures, check out Jack London's "To Build a Fire and Other Stories". This book has approximately 2 000 headwords and is appropriate for intermediate-level learners. The text has been adapted and simplified, but it keeps the ideas and flavor found in the original stories. Jack London (1876 - 1916) was an American novelist and short story writer. He wrote passionately about the great questions of life and death and the elemental strugles for survival. His stories were based on his own experiences and they appealed to millions of peopple worldwide. ... |
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A Fire in the Sky - Selected Career-spaning Songs. ... |
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A Fire in the Sky - А Career-spaning Collection. ... |
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Nominal Categories ... Ellie (Elissaveta) Boyadzhieva, Ph.D., is Associate Professor of Linguistics, Head of the English Department at the Philological Faculty, South - West - University of Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria. The volume elaborates on the nominal categories in Modern English from the perspective of the general theory of language. It is a result of the author`s year experience in lecturing on English morphology to students majoring in English Philology and Applied Linguistics at various Bulgarian universities. The analysis of the linguistic phenomena discussed in the book is based on data from written and oral ... |
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The classic biography of reggae legend Bob Marley, updated and revised for the twenty-fifth anniversary of his death. ... Bob Marley left an indelible mark on modern music, both as a reggae pioneer and as an enduring cultural icon. Catch a Fire, now a classic of rock biography, delves into the life of the leader of a musical, spiritual, and political explosion that continues today. Under the supervision of the author’s widow and with the collaboration of a Marley expert, this fourth edition contains a wealth of new material, including many revisions made by the author before his untimely death. An appendix to the new ... |
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The sequel to the book World Without End. ... A world in turmoil. 1558, and Europe is in revolt as religious hatred sweeps the continent. Elizabeth Tudor has ascended to the throne but she is not safe in this dangerous new world. There are many who would see her removed, not least Mary Queens of Scots, who lies in wait in Paris. A new order. Elizabeth determines to set up a new secret service: a group of resourceful spies and courageous agents entrusted to keep her safe and in power. As she searches for those who will make the difference, one man stands out. A man who would die for his queen. For Ned Willard the ... |
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Over 200 paintings, sculptures, photographs, and conceptual pieces trace the story of modern art's innovation and adventure. With explanatory texts for each work, and essays introducing each of the major modern movements, this is an authoritative overview of the ideas and the artworks that shook up standards, assaulted the establishment, and trailblazed new ideas. A blow-by-blow account of groundbreaking modernism. Most art historians agree that the modern art adventure first developed in the 1860s in Paris. A circle of painters, whom we now know as Impressionists, began painting pictures with rapid, loose brushwork. ... |
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The contributions in this collection pertain to a variety of multiethnic, multilingual and multicultural aspects of Canada, Epitomizing the diverse academic interests of the members of the Bulgarian Chapter of the Central European Association for Canadian Studies. The Bulgarian Chapter is one of the recent additions to the Association - formed in 2004 - but since its very inception it has proved to be a vibrant and enthusiastic society for academics, to which the present volume undeniably testifies... ... |
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The Kyoto costume institute. Clothes define people. A person's attire, whether it's a sari, kimono, or business suit, is an essential code to his or her culture, class, personality, even faith. Founded in 1978, the Kyoto Costume Institute recognizes the importance of understanding clothes from sociological, historical, and artistic perspectives. With one of the world's most extensive clothing collections, the KCI has amassed a wide range of historical garments, underwear, shoes, and fashion accessories dating from the 18th century to the present day. Showcasing the Institute's vast collection, Fashion ... |
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Born to rule. Blessed by fire. Broken by desire. Once a territory built on matriarchal rule, Tir Teine has been without a female heir for centuries. Through a long line of corrupt kings, an oppressive anti-magic teaching has infected the land - leading to the tragic decline of the dragons. Aemyra was born to rule, gifted with fire magic from the Goddess Brigid. For years she has hidden in the shadows, waiting for the king to die so she can bond to his dragon, claim her birthright and protect her people. But when her ambitious plan is foiled, Aemyra is thrust into a vicious game of politics and plots. Her biggest ... |
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Когато Грег Хофман се присъединява към Nike като стажант по графичен дизайн, няма никаква представа, че ще се озове в позицията на възможно най-старшия маркетинг мениджър на най-прочутата марка в света. През следващите двайсет и седем години Хофман участва в някои от най-емблематичните рекламни кампании в историята, от Find your greatness (Открий своето величие) по време на Олимпийските игри в Лондон през 2012 година до Risk everything (Рискувай всичко) от Световното първенство по футбол през 2014 година. Работата му го отвежда от централния офис на Nike в Орегон до стадиони, кортове и игрища по цял свят. В крайна ... |
