The global spread of English has had widespread linguistic, social and cultural implications, affecting the lives of millions of people around the world. This textbook provides a lively and accessible introduction to world Englishes, describing varieties used in places as broad-ranging as America, J[...]

Far more than a recipe book of techniques that readers can pull out at the right time, this book encourages readers not only to use techniques sensitively and creatively in their own groups, but also to go one step further to invent their own techniques. The authors draw on their combined experience[...]

Covers Windows 7, Internet Explorer 8, Mozilla Firefox 3, and Google Chrome. This title allows you to learn basic and advanced features of the internet, from browser basics to finding the best resources on the web.[...]

This searching interpretation of the past and present addresses fundamental questions about the fall of the Roman Empire. Why did ancient culture, once so strong and rich, come to an end? was it destroyed by weaknesses inherent in its nature? or were mistakes made that could have been avoided - was [...]

Over the past several years, privately run, publicly funded charter schools have been sold to the American public as an education alternative promising better student achievement, greater parent satisfaction, and more vibrant school communities. But are charter schools delivering on their promise? O[...]

Facsimile reprint of a classic Phaidon title, written and designed by the co-founder of the company, and containing 120 beautiful full-page plates of the powerfully realistic marble portraits for which the Romans were renowned Among the greatest artistic achievements of the Roman Empire are portrait[...]

The very best advice from "The Rules" and "The Rules 2" is brought together to provide the ultimate guide to successful dating. This dating handbook comprises many tips such as "Never call a man first" which, although old-fashioned, has been found effective by millions of women worldwide.[...]

Ellen Fein and Sherrie Schneider have written a book to help the millions of women trying to connect with men on the internet. There are serious mistakes women are making and these can ruin their chances of ever getting Mr. Right to the altar. These mistakes can now be easily corrected with Ellen a[...]

Flexible housing is housing that can adjust to the changing needs of the user and accommodate new technologies as they emerge. "Flexible Housing" by Jeremy Till and Tatjana Schneider examines the past, present and future of this important subject through over 160 international examples. Specially co[...]

Master the techniques that make barbeques great with this indispensable show-and-tell by Steven Raichlin. Using more than 1,000 full-colour, step-by-step photographs, How to Grill covers it all, from how to build an ingenious three-zone fire to the secrets of grilling a porter-house, prime rib, fish[...]

This thoroughly revised and updated guide features more than 100 hikes in Yellowstone National Park. Readers will find detailed maps, elevation charts, difficulty ratings, and information on avoiding confrontations with bears. This new edition also features stunning color photos and GPS coordinates [...]