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piątek, 12 lutego 2010

TIME Magazine May 10, 2004 Vol. 163 No. 19

TIME Magazine May 10, 2004 Vol. 163 No. 19
DOC (MS Word) | English | 1.38 MB

• COVER: What Makes Teens Tick - A flood of hormones, sure. But also a host of structural changes in the brain. Can those explain the behaviors that make adolescence so exciting--and so exasperating?
• BUSINESS: Is Microsoft A Slowpoke? - Its big new product is way overdue. And Linux is challenging Windows' desktop dominance. What will it take to get the software titan moving again?
• ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT: Troy Story - How did an Iliad adaptation turn into an endless moviemaking odyssey? Blame hurricanes, turtles, Bulgarian weight lifters ...

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czwartek, 28 stycznia 2010

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Atlas of Anatomy

Featuring more than 750 new, modern images, the Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Atlas of Anatomy is a vibrantly colored regional atlas of human anatomy offering an unprecedented combination of visual aesthetic appeal and anatomical accuracy. Many student-friendly features set this atlas apart from others on the market, including a unique art style featuring bright colors, color coding of anatomical elements, judicious use of labeling, and no extraneous text. Each plate is designed around a teaching/learning objective, providing immediate focus and resulting in easier and faster comprehension. This unique pedagogy, in combination with the atlas' beautiful art style, will make this new anatomy atlas the preferred choice of teachers and students alike. Packaged with the atlas is an online interactive atlas with all of the images, including fully searchable legends and labels and "zoom-and-compare" features. Also included are electronic flash cards that permit students to test their knowledge of newly learned concepts and structures.

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Birds of the World (DK Handbooks)

It is hard to imagine a raison d'etre for this book, for its pretentions to be a field guide, as bruited on the dust cover, are absurd and are surprising coming from the authors, two highly respected ornithologists. What we have instead are species accounts of 800 birds, nine percent of the world total. These very brief accounts include a few sentences of general commentary; very small sections on range and nesting; a range map, color photo, and drawing showing scale; and one or two other small illustrations. This good selection of the world's birds, shown in quality photographs, is fine as far as it goes, but it is too limited to serve as an indentification guide. The traveler needs regional guides, and there are already many good ones for almost all parts of the world. Fun for browsing but otherwise only marginally useful.

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A Visual Dictionary of Architecture

This book defines over 5,000 terms relating to architectural design, history, and technology. It is the only dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed, hand-rendered drawings, each executed in Mr. Ching's signature style.

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Encyclopedia Of Mathematics

Encyclopedia of Mathematics is a comprehensive one-volume encyclopedia designed for high school through early college students. More than 1,000 entries, more than 125 photographs and illustrations, and numerous essays cover the principal areas and issues that characterize this "new" area of science. This valuable resource unites disparate ideas and provides the meaning, history, context, and relevance behind each one. The easy-to-use format makes finding straightforward and natural answers to questions within arithmetic - such as algebra, trigonometry, geometry, probability, combinatorics, numbers, logic, calculus, and statistics - simple. Encyclopedia of Mathematics also gives historical context to mathematical concepts, with entries discussing ancient Babylonian, Chinese, Egyptian, Greek, Hindu, and Mayan mathematics, as well as entries providing biographical descriptions of important people in the development of mathematics.

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Encyclopedia of Society and Culture in the Medieval World (4 Volume set)

The new four-volume "Encyclopedia of Society and Culture in the Medieval World" provides readers with comprehensive coverage of the medieval world, from the fall of Rome to the European Renaissance, including Western and non-Western cultures and civilizations.Following an introduction that outlines the history of the major centers of civilization, this authoritative set features 71 alphabetical entries that explore specific topics - such as architecture, economy, art, and the military - followed by subsections on Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Islamic World. These insightful entries - including 12 on "major" topics with more in-depth coverage - allow readers to compare and contrast events in different areas of the world with ease. Key articles are supported by primary source documents, and a list of further reading complements each entry. More than 200 black-and-white photographs, maps, and sidebars accompany the text, and a glossary, chronology, general bibliography, and comprehensive index round out this accessible set.

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poniedziałek, 18 stycznia 2010

The Heinle Picture Dictionary with Audio CDs (International Student Edition)

Unlike other dictionaries, The Heinle Picture Dictionary presents new vocabulary in contextualized, thematic readings and high-frequency collocations. It also offers immediate practice and reinforcement through "Words in Action." Whether used as a classroom text or a self-study tool, The Heinle Picture Dictionary will rapidly move students toward fluency.

LINKS for Book: Part 1; Part 2; Part 3
LINKS for Audio: CD1; CD2; CD3; CD4; CD5; CD6

English Correspondence (Polish Edition)

English Correspondence (Polish Edition)
By Jacek Środa | Dziennik Gazeta Prawna
PDF | Polish & English | 22 MB

Full title: "Samples of English Correspondence - Advice and Patterns" (Przykłady korespondencji w języku angielskim - porady i wzory). A booklet aimed to help employees communicate in the written form within the company as well as with remote recipients.

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wtorek, 12 stycznia 2010

Situational Dialogues (Longman)

This situationally-graded book is intended for intermediate and advanced students wishing to learn and practise the type of informal conversational English in current, everyday use. Forty-four situations are presented, each in the form of four short dialogues. The aim of the student should be to memorise as many as possible of the expressions and phrases contained in the dialogues, since they are used by English people time and time again in the given situations.

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piątek, 18 września 2009

Charles Lamb, Mary Lamb, "Tales from Shakespeare"

Charles Lamb, Mary Lamb, "Tales from Shakespeare"
Dutton Adult | ISBN: 0460010085 | PDF | 320 pages | 14.6 MB

Shakespeare's fourteen comedies and six tragedies retold in prose. The tales are meant to be submitted to the young reader as an introduction to the study of Shakespeare, for which purpose his words are used whenever it seemed possible to bring them in; and in whatever has been added to give them the regular form of a connected story, diligent care has been taken to select such words as might least interrupt the effect of the beautiful English tongue in which he wrote: therefore, words introduced into our language since his time have been as far as possible avoided.
Although this book is written for children it is great for all ages and is great to get the basic story line before you go to a play. This edition is illustrated by Arthur Rackham.

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TIME Magazine Collection, March 2009 (5 Issues)

TIME Magazine Collection, March 2009 (5 Issues)
PDF | English | 5.5 MB

Time (trademarked in capitals as TIME) is a weekly American newsmagazine, similar to Newsweek and U.S. News & World Report.
Time Magazine was created in 1923 by Briton Hadden and Henry Luce, making it the first weekly news magazine in the United States. The first issue of Time was published on March 3, 1923, featuring on its cover Joseph G. Cannon, the retired Speaker of the United States House of Representatives; a facsimile reprint of Issue No. 1, including all of the articles and advertisements contained in the original, was included with copies of the February 28, 1938 issue as a commemoration of the magazine's 15th anniversary.
Since 2000, the magazine has been part of AOL Time Warner, which subsequently reverted to the name Time Warner in 2003.
In 2007, Time moved from a Monday subscription/newsstand delivery to a schedule where the magazine goes on sale Fridays, and is delivered to subscribers on Saturday.

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Pride and Prejudice (Penguin Readers, Level 5)

Pride and Prejudice (Penguin Readers, Level 5)
by Jane Austen
Pearson Education Ltd (December 2000) | ISBN-10: 0582419352 | 133 pages
PDF | English | 2.3 MB
(Extra: TIME Magazine March 2009 Collection - 5 Issues)

Mrs Bennet wants all of her five daughters to marry and to marry well. When two rich young men come to the village, Mrs Bennet is sure that they will make wonderful husbands. "Penguin Readers" is a series of simplified novels, film novelizations and original titles that introduce students at all levels to the pleasures of reading in English. Originally designed for teaching English as a foreign language, the series' combination of high interest level and low reading age makes it suitable for both English-speaking teenagers with limited reading skills and students of English as a second language. Many titles in the series also provide access to the pre-20th century literature strands of the National Curriculum English Orders. "Penguin Readers" are graded at seven levels of difficulty, from "Easystarts" with a 200-word vocabulary, to Level 6 (Advanced) with a 3000-word vocabulary. In addition, titles fall into one of three sub-categories: "Contemporary", "Classics" or "Originals". At the end of each book there is a section of enjoyable exercises focusing on vocabulary building, comprehension, discussion and writing. Some titles in the series are available with an accompanying audio cassette, or in a book and cassette pack. Additionally, selected titles have free accompanying "Penguin Readers Factsheets" which provide stimulating exercise material for students, as well as suggestions for teachers on how to exploit the Readers in class.

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Pictures for Language Learning (Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers)

Pictures for Language Learning (Cambridge Handbooks for Language Teachers)
by Andrew Wright
Cambridge University Press (Jan. 1990) | ISBN-10: 0521358000 | 249 pages
PDF | English | 34 MB

Pictures for Language Learning is richly illustrated and provides a valuable guide to the role of pictures and other visual materials in language teaching. It brings together a wealth of ideas on how to use pictures in a wide range of language learning situations. The first section discusses the contribution visuals can make to all the classroom settings in providing real opportunities for students to communicate, whether they are working as a class, in groups or in pairs. Sections B and C contain over 200 practical suggestions for picture-generated language work. These make use of visual materials which are readily available to teachers anywhere or illustrations which have been kept simple so that they can be copied easily. The activities can be integrated into all stages of the language teaching process and advice is given on how to adapt the ideas to suit different teaching environments. The final section describes the process of setting up a picture library and offers guidance on where to begin looking for visuals, how to categorise pictures and different methods of storage.

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National Geographic - January 2009

National Geographic - January 2009
English | 139 pages | PDF | 43.06 MB

The National Geographic Magazine, later shortened to National Geographic, is the official journal of the National Geographic Society. It published its first issue in 1888, just nine months after the Society itself was founded. It is immediately identifiable by the characteristic yellow frame that surrounds its front cover.

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National Geographic Russia - January 2009

National Geographic Russia - January 2009
PDF | Russian | 144 pages | 58,5 MB

Infotech: English for Computer Users: Student's Book

Infotech: English for Computer Users: Student's Book
By Santiago Remacha Esteras
Cambridge University Press (April 2008) | ISBN 10: 0521702992 | 168 pages
PDF | English | 30 MB

Fully updated in line with the latest developments in Information Communications Technology (ICT), this course teaches students the language and skills they need to understand and work in the world of computers.
The 30 topic-based units cover everything from computer essentials through to programming, web design, job hunting, and future technologies.
A focus on terminology is combined with vocabulary and grammar practice to give students the tools to use English in areas such as describing features and functions, applying for jobs and discussing the world of ICT.
With the support of clear explanations, no specialist knowledge of ICT is required, making this course ideal for anyone who needs to understand the English of computing for study or work.

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BOOK = 116 MB: Part 1; Part 2; Part 3; Part 4
BOOK = 30 MB

The Wrong Trousers (Dominoes Reader Level One)

The Wrong Trousers (Dominoes Reader Level One)
By Bill Bowler | Oxford University Press | ISBN: 9780194243964
PDF | English | 26.6 MB

It's Gromit, the dog's birthday, and his friend, Wallace, gives him an unusual present - a pair of techno-trousers.
At first, Wallace uses the trousers to take Gromit for walks, but when the penguin comes to stay, he uses them one night for something different, very different.
This strange story won the Oscar for Best Animated Short Film in 1990.

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The New Cambridge English Course 2 Practice Book

The New Cambridge English Course 2 Practice Book
By Michael Swan and Catherine Walter
Cambridge University Press | ISBN-10: 0521376505 | 119 pages
PDF | English | 14 MB

The New Cambridge English Course is a course teachers and students can rely on to cover the complete range and depth of language and skills needed from beginner to upper-intermediate level. Each level is designed to provide at least 72 hours of class work using the Student's Book, with additional self-study material provided in the Practice Book. The course has a proven multi-syllabus approach which integrates work on all the vital aspects of language study: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, skills, notions and functions.
Free photocopiable placement tests for Levels 1 and 2 are available, with teacher's notes in French, Spanish and Polish and answer sheets to help allocate students to the appropriate level.

The New Cambridge English Course jest kursem, w którym nauczyciele i uczniowie mogą liczyć na pełne pokrycie zakresu i głębi umiejętności językowych, potrzebnych od poziomu beginner do upper-intermediate. Każdy poziom jest zaprojektowany do opracowania w czasie 72 godzin pracy lekcyjnej w oparciu o podręcznik i o dodatkowy materiał zawarty w Practice Book.
Kurs ma udowodnione wieloletnie podejście, które integruje program działający na wszystkie istotne aspekty nauki języka: gramatykę, słownictwo, wymowę, umiejętności i funkcje.
Dołączone są oddzielne testy, możliwe do powielenia, na poziomie 1 i 2 z materiałami metodycznymi dla nauczyciela w języku francuskim, hiszpańskim i polskim oraz arkusze odpowiedzi, które pomagają w przydzieleniu studentów do odpowiedniego poziomu.

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100 Great Artists: A Visual Journey from Fra Angelico to Andy Warhol

100 Great Artists: A Visual Journey from Fra Angelico to Andy Warhol
By Charlotte Gerlings
Foulsham (2005) | ISBN: 0572031610 | 208 pages
PDF | English | 25 MB

100 Great Artists presents the cream of European painting, from Fra Angelico to Whistler; from the art of the thirteenth century to the modern day. Beautifully designed, the selection is intended to take readers on a wide-ranging journey to reveal how the tradition of European painting was re-interpreted in different locations, from the New World to the Far East.
For the most part, leading exponents trained, inspired or influenced one another, and throughout this book the reader will find stimulating and rewarding connections to enhance their appreciation of these artistic relationships. Arranged alphabetically, 100 Great Artists represents a visual and thought-provoking treat for anyone interested in western painting.
Each entry comprises a perceptive commentary, a time-line to 'place' the art within its historical context, and two full-colour images.

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UFOs And Popular Culture: An Encyclopedia Of Contemporary Myth

UFOs And Popular Culture: An Encyclopedia Of Contemporary Myth
by James R. Lewis
ABC-Clio Inc (December 2000) | ISBN-10: 1576072657 | 393 pages
PDF | English | 5.6 MB

Are extraterrestrials providing the military with alien technology in exchange for carte blanche abduction rights? Are satanists, extraterrestrials--or both--mutilating cattle? Is the human race the result of a breeding experiment carried out by ancient astronauts? Are Crop Circles the pranks of drunken Englishmen or just alien graffiti? Who, really, are Men in Black, and why are they making movies? UFOs and Popular Culture: An Encyclopedia of Contemporary Mythology examines these questions and more. UFO culture has penetrated America with a vengeance. From religious beliefs and legends to movies and TV shows, from advertising and celebrities to Internet sites and photo ops, this illustrated A-to-Z encyclopedia is your first-stop resource for understanding UFO beliefs and their impact on contemporary America. Among the topics covered:

• Music and UFOs
• Naked Aliens
• Reincarnation
• Roswell
• Brad Steiger
• Heaven's Gate
• War of the Worlds
• UFO conventions

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