One man. One cat. One alien invasion. Infinite chaos. Dive into the first explosive Dungeon Crawler Carl adventure - a wild mix of sci-fi, fantasy, and twisted survival comedy. 'If there's a better LitRPG than Dungeon Crawler Carl, I haven't read it' Shirtaloon, author of He Who Fights Monsters -- You know what's worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Being stuck with her prize-winning show cat. And you know what's worse than that? An alien invasion, the destruction of all man-made structures on Earth, and the systematic exploitation of all the survivors for a sadistic, intergalactic game show. That's what. And now Coast Guard veteran Carl and his ex-girlfriend's cat, Princess Donut, must try to survive the end of the world-or just get to the next level-in a video game-like, trap-filled, fantasy dungeon. A dungeon that's actually the set of a reality TV show with countless viewers across the galaxy. So not only do they have to stay alive, but they also need to earn ratings based on their performance. Exploding goblins. Magical potions. Deadly, drug-dealing llamas. This ain't your ordinary game show. Keeping viewers entertained is essential. Survival, however, is not. --- PRAISE --- 'Fresh. Creative. Hilarious. I'm obsessed...Princess Donut is my queen' Actor, producer and New York Times bestselling author Felicia Day 'I don't always say nice things about a book just because the writer has compromising pictures of me engaging in some very complicated international crimes, but when I do, I say them about Matt Dinniman's Dungeon Crawler Carl! Also, this series has no goddamn business burying so much depth and emotion and complexity under its bawdy, gory surface, but it does so anyway. What a wild-ass and unexpected delight' New York Times bestselling author Scott Lynch '[A] comically cosmic adventure series...often laugh-out-loud funny...Grind your way to dungeon mastery alongside Carl and Princess Donut' The Wall Street Journal 'This is the book for anyone who ever wondered what it would be like to be a role player in a game with the best game master ever. Also for anyone who wants to read a good book. Or maybe anyone who has been outside at night?in their underwear?looking for their cat and wondering 'What's the worst thing that could happen?' Once you start, you won't put it down' Patricia Briggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mercy Thompson series 'One of the most bananapants, funny, inventive books I have read in a while' Book Riot 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is just one big smile all the way through. Put on your best pair of boxer shorts and sit back for a truly fun and enjoyable read' New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is a dangerously addicting tale of chaos and mayhem. I'm thoroughly hooked! - #1 New York Times bestselling author Callie Hart

One man. One cat. One alien invasion. Infinite chaos. Dive into the first explosive Dungeon Crawler Carl adventure - a wild mix of sci-fi, fantasy, and twisted survival comedy. 'If there's a better LitRPG than Dungeon Crawler Carl, I haven't read it' Shirtaloon, author of He Who Fights Monsters -- You know what's worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Being stuck with her prize-winning show cat. And you know what's worse than that? An alien invasion, the destruction of all man-made structures on Earth, and the systematic exploitation of all the survivors for a sadistic, intergalactic game show. That's what. And now Coast Guard veteran Carl and his ex-girlfriend's cat, Princess Donut, must try to survive the end of the world-or just get to the next level-in a video game-like, trap-filled, fantasy dungeon. A dungeon that's actually the set of a reality TV show with countless viewers across the galaxy. So not only do they have to stay alive, but they also need to earn ratings based on their performance. Exploding goblins. Magical potions. Deadly, drug-dealing llamas. This ain't your ordinary game show. Keeping viewers entertained is essential. Survival, however, is not. --- PRAISE --- 'Fresh. Creative. Hilarious. I'm obsessed...Princess Donut is my queen' Actor, producer and New York Times bestselling author Felicia Day 'I don't always say nice things about a book just because the writer has compromising pictures of me engaging in some very complicated international crimes, but when I do, I say them about Matt Dinniman's Dungeon Crawler Carl! Also, this series has no goddamn business burying so much depth and emotion and complexity under its bawdy, gory surface, but it does so anyway. What a wild-ass and unexpected delight' New York Times bestselling author Scott Lynch '[A] comically cosmic adventure series...often laugh-out-loud funny...Grind your way to dungeon mastery alongside Carl and Princess Donut' The Wall Street Journal 'This is the book for anyone who ever wondered what it would be like to be a role player in a game with the best game master ever. Also for anyone who wants to read a good book. Or maybe anyone who has been outside at night?in their underwear?looking for their cat and wondering 'What's the worst thing that could happen?' Once you start, you won't put it down' Patricia Briggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mercy Thompson series 'One of the most bananapants, funny, inventive books I have read in a while' Book Riot 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is just one big smile all the way through. Put on your best pair of boxer shorts and sit back for a truly fun and enjoyable read' New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is a dangerously addicting tale of chaos and mayhem. I'm thoroughly hooked! - #1 New York Times bestselling author Callie Hart

“This is an amazing book . . . [Desmet is] one of the true geniuses I’ve spoken to . . . This book has really changed my view on a lot.”—Tucker Carlson “[Desmet] is waking a lot of people up to the dangerous place we are now with a brilliant distillation of how we ended up here.”—Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. The world continues to exist in the grips of mass formation—a dangerous, collective type of hypnosis—as we bear witness to loneliness, free-floating anxiety, and fear giving way to censorship, loss of privacy, and surrendered freedoms. It is all spurred by a singular, focused crisis narrative that forbids dissident views and relies on destructive groupthink. Desmet’s work on mass formation theory was brought to the world’s attention on The Joe Rogan Experience and in major alternative news outlets around the globe. Read this book—now in paperback, ebook, and audiobook—to get beyond the sound bites! Totalitarianism is not a coincidence and does not form in a vacuum. It arises from a collective psychosis that has followed a predictable script throughout history, its formation gaining strength and speed with each generation—from the Jacobins to the Nazis and Stalinists—as technology advances. Governments, mass media, and other mechanized forces use fear, loneliness, and isolation to demoralize populations and exert control, persuading large groups of people to act against their own interests, always with destructive results. In The Psychology of Totalitarianism , world-renowned Professor of Clinical Psychology Mattias Desmet deconstructs the societal conditions that allow this collective psychosis to take hold. By looking at our current situation and identifying the phenomenon of “mass formation”—a type of collective hypnosis—he clearly illustrates how close we are to surrendering to totalitarian regimes. With detailed analyses, examples, and results from years of research, Desmet lays out the steps that lead toward mass formation, including: An overall sense of loneliness and lack of social connections and bonds A lack of meaning —unsatisfying “bullsh*t jobs” that don’t offer purpose Free-floating anxiety and discontent that arise from loneliness and lack of meaning Manifestation of frustration and aggression from anxiety Emergence of a consistent narrative from government officials, mass media, etc., that exploits and channels frustration and anxiety In addition to clear psychological analysis—and building on Hannah Arendt’s essential work on totalitarianism, The Origins of Totalitarianism—Desmet offers a sharp critique of the cultural groupthink that exists throughout society. He cautions against the dangers of our current cultural landscape, media consumption, and reliance on manipulative technologies and then offers simple solutions—both individual and collective—to prevent the willing sacrifice of our freedoms. “We can honor the right to freedom of expression and the right to self-determination without feeling threatened by each other;” Desmet writes. “But there is a point where we must stop losing ourselves in the crowd to experience meaning and connection . That is the point where the winter of totalitarianism gives way to a spring of life.” “One of the most important books I’ve ever read.”—Ivor Cummins, The Fat Emperor Podcast

One man. One cat. One alien invasion. Infinite chaos. Dive into the first explosive Dungeon Crawler Carl adventure - a wild mix of sci-fi, fantasy, and twisted survival comedy. 'If there's a better LitRPG than Dungeon Crawler Carl, I haven't read it' Shirtaloon, author of He Who Fights Monsters -- You know what's worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Being stuck with her prize-winning show cat. And you know what's worse than that? An alien invasion, the destruction of all man-made structures on Earth, and the systematic exploitation of all the survivors for a sadistic, intergalactic game show. That's what. And now Coast Guard veteran Carl and his ex-girlfriend's cat, Princess Donut, must try to survive the end of the world-or just get to the next level-in a video game-like, trap-filled, fantasy dungeon. A dungeon that's actually the set of a reality TV show with countless viewers across the galaxy. So not only do they have to stay alive, but they also need to earn ratings based on their performance. Exploding goblins. Magical potions. Deadly, drug-dealing llamas. This ain't your ordinary game show. Keeping viewers entertained is essential. Survival, however, is not. --- PRAISE --- 'Fresh. Creative. Hilarious. I'm obsessed...Princess Donut is my queen' Actor, producer and New York Times bestselling author Felicia Day 'I don't always say nice things about a book just because the writer has compromising pictures of me engaging in some very complicated international crimes, but when I do, I say them about Matt Dinniman's Dungeon Crawler Carl! Also, this series has no goddamn business burying so much depth and emotion and complexity under its bawdy, gory surface, but it does so anyway. What a wild-ass and unexpected delight' New York Times bestselling author Scott Lynch '[A] comically cosmic adventure series...often laugh-out-loud funny...Grind your way to dungeon mastery alongside Carl and Princess Donut' The Wall Street Journal 'This is the book for anyone who ever wondered what it would be like to be a role player in a game with the best game master ever. Also for anyone who wants to read a good book. Or maybe anyone who has been outside at night?in their underwear?looking for their cat and wondering 'What's the worst thing that could happen?' Once you start, you won't put it down' Patricia Briggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mercy Thompson series 'One of the most bananapants, funny, inventive books I have read in a while' Book Riot 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is just one big smile all the way through. Put on your best pair of boxer shorts and sit back for a truly fun and enjoyable read' New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is a dangerously addicting tale of chaos and mayhem. I'm thoroughly hooked! - #1 New York Times bestselling author Callie Hart

One man. One cat. One alien invasion. Infinite chaos. Dive into the first explosive Dungeon Crawler Carl adventure - a wild mix of sci-fi, fantasy, and twisted survival comedy. 'If there's a better LitRPG than Dungeon Crawler Carl, I haven't read it' Shirtaloon, author of He Who Fights Monsters -- You know what's worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Being stuck with her prize-winning show cat. And you know what's worse than that? An alien invasion, the destruction of all man-made structures on Earth, and the systematic exploitation of all the survivors for a sadistic, intergalactic game show. That's what. And now Coast Guard veteran Carl and his ex-girlfriend's cat, Princess Donut, must try to survive the end of the world-or just get to the next level-in a video game-like, trap-filled, fantasy dungeon. A dungeon that's actually the set of a reality TV show with countless viewers across the galaxy. So not only do they have to stay alive, but they also need to earn ratings based on their performance. Exploding goblins. Magical potions. Deadly, drug-dealing llamas. This ain't your ordinary game show. Keeping viewers entertained is essential. Survival, however, is not. --- PRAISE --- 'Fresh. Creative. Hilarious. I'm obsessed...Princess Donut is my queen' Actor, producer and New York Times bestselling author Felicia Day 'I don't always say nice things about a book just because the writer has compromising pictures of me engaging in some very complicated international crimes, but when I do, I say them about Matt Dinniman's Dungeon Crawler Carl! Also, this series has no goddamn business burying so much depth and emotion and complexity under its bawdy, gory surface, but it does so anyway. What a wild-ass and unexpected delight' New York Times bestselling author Scott Lynch '[A] comically cosmic adventure series...often laugh-out-loud funny...Grind your way to dungeon mastery alongside Carl and Princess Donut' The Wall Street Journal 'This is the book for anyone who ever wondered what it would be like to be a role player in a game with the best game master ever. Also for anyone who wants to read a good book. Or maybe anyone who has been outside at night?in their underwear?looking for their cat and wondering 'What's the worst thing that could happen?' Once you start, you won't put it down' Patricia Briggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mercy Thompson series 'One of the most bananapants, funny, inventive books I have read in a while' Book Riot 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is just one big smile all the way through. Put on your best pair of boxer shorts and sit back for a truly fun and enjoyable read' New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is a dangerously addicting tale of chaos and mayhem. I'm thoroughly hooked! - #1 New York Times bestselling author Callie Hart

An erudite and entertaining history of Moscow, a city whose rich past offers crucial insight into contemporary global politics 'A marvellous book' HELEN RAPPAPORT, author of The Rebel Romanov 'Every page pulses with individual stories and historical insights' MARK GALEOTTI, author of A Short History of Russia 'Morrison is the perfect biographer of Moscow' SHAUN WALKER, author of The Illegals Moscow stands at the centre of a nation comprising eleven percent of the globe's landmass, eleven time zones and nearly one hundred and fifty million people, some thirteen million of whom live in the capital. A Kingdom and a Village vividly brings to life Russia's heart and soul, tracing its transformation from a 'big village' into a metropolis of vast geopolitical import. It is a stranger-than-fiction arc. The last century alone has featured invasions and battles, the destruction and reconstruction of sacred landmarks, and the collapse of the Soviet republic - not to mention the rise of an authoritarian leader who is a keen student of Russian history. Morrison reaches back to the city's founding as a fortress on a river nearly a millennium ago. In the following centuries, any number of external forces - from Tatar Mongols and Swedes to Napoleon and Hitler - set their sights on Moscow, bolstering its self-conception as a glittering prize and site of perpetual defence and resurrection. Understanding Moscow not only unlocks the spellbinding mysteries of Russia's past, but also the grim logic of its present. A Kingdom and a Village is an essential guide to a people and a nation. 'Magisterial ... gripping' BEN RHODES, author of The World As It Is 'A mesmerising tale of how Moscow came to be' JILL DOUGHERTY, author of My Russia 'Combines taut storytelling with penetrating analysis' REBECCA REICH, University of Cambridge

Booker Prize winner George Saunders returns with a collection of short stories that grapple with the complexities of our increasingly troubled world, his first since the New York Times bestseller Tenth of December. The "best short-story writer in English" ( Time) is back with a masterful collection that explores ideas of power, ethics, and justice and cuts to the very heart of what it means to live in community with our fellow humans. With his trademark prose--wickedly funny, unsentimental, and exquisitely tuned--Saunders continues to challenge and surprise: Here is a collection of prismatic, resonant stories that encompass joy and despair, oppression and revolution, bizarre fantasy and brutal reality. "Love Letter" is a tender missive from grandfather to grandson, in the midst of a dystopian political situation in the (not too distant, all too believable) future, that reminds us of our obligations to our ideals, ourselves, and one another. "Ghoul" is set in a Hell-themed section of an underground amusement park in Colorado and follows the exploits of a lonely, morally complex character named Brian, who comes to question everything he takes for granted about his reality. In "Mother's Day," two women who loved the same man come to an existential reckoning in the middle of a hailstorm. In "Elliott Spencer," our eighty-nine-year-old protagonist finds himself brainwashed, his memory "scraped"--a victim of a scheme in which poor, vulnerable people are reprogrammed and deployed as political protesters. And "My House"--in a mere seven pages--comes to terms with the haunting nature of unfulfilled dreams and the inevitability of decay. Together, these nine subversive, profound, and essential stories coalesce into a case for viewing the world with the same generosity and clear-eyed attention Saunders does, even in the most absurd of circumstances.

An erudite and entertaining history of Moscow, a city whose rich past offers crucial insight into contemporary global politics 'A marvellous book' HELEN RAPPAPORT, author of The Rebel Romanov 'Every page pulses with individual stories and historical insights' MARK GALEOTTI, author of A Short History of Russia 'Morrison is the perfect biographer of Moscow' SHAUN WALKER, author of The Illegals Moscow stands at the centre of a nation comprising eleven percent of the globe's landmass, eleven time zones and nearly one hundred and fifty million people, some thirteen million of whom live in the capital. A Kingdom and a Village vividly brings to life Russia's heart and soul, tracing its transformation from a 'big village' into a metropolis of vast geopolitical import. It is a stranger-than-fiction arc. The last century alone has featured invasions and battles, the destruction and reconstruction of sacred landmarks, and the collapse of the Soviet republic - not to mention the rise of an authoritarian leader who is a keen student of Russian history. Morrison reaches back to the city's founding as a fortress on a river nearly a millennium ago. In the following centuries, any number of external forces - from Tatar Mongols and Swedes to Napoleon and Hitler - set their sights on Moscow, bolstering its self-conception as a glittering prize and site of perpetual defence and resurrection. Understanding Moscow not only unlocks the spellbinding mysteries of Russia's past, but also the grim logic of its present. A Kingdom and a Village is an essential guide to a people and a nation. 'Magisterial ... gripping' BEN RHODES, author of The World As It Is 'A mesmerising tale of how Moscow came to be' JILL DOUGHERTY, author of My Russia 'Combines taut storytelling with penetrating analysis' REBECCA REICH, University of Cambridge

From acting as the body's first line of defence to regulating body temperature, your skin plays a crucial role in your overall health Join consultant dermatologist Dr Emma Craythorne MBChB FRCP as she reveals the science behind your largest vital organ, showing you how to look after your skin through different lifestages , manage common skin-related concerns and conditions , and achieve radiant, resilient skin throughout your life. Packed with research-backed answers to topics including how stress affects acne , what makes up the skin microbiome , and what causes skin to age the quickest , this book will empower you to make informed choices that will benefit your skin and wider wellbeing . Within this comprehensive handbook, you will find: Essential know-how: how the skin works, its functions, and its structure Easy-to-follow advice: how to adapt your diet, sleep, exercise, and skincare regime to keep your skin healthier for longer Expert guidance: how to manage conditions including eczema, acne, and allergies Science-based insight: how treatments such as botox and chemical peels work and how effective they actually are Whether you're seeking reassurance on how to manage a skin concern , searching for answers to combat misinformation , or you simply want to uncover the science beneath the surface , this pocket-sized owner's guide is perfect for anyone looking to understand and protect their skin for decades to come . _________ The Body Literacy Library has sold tens of thousands of copies globally. Complete your collection with: Breasts: An Owner's Guide Gut: An Owner's Guide Heart: An Owner's Guide Brain: An Owner's Guide _________ Dr Emma Craythorne MBChB FRCP is a consultant dermatologist, laser surgeon, and trustee for the Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority. She is the host of the hugely popular television show Bad Skin Clinic (known as Save My Skin in the USA), now in its eighth series.

From viral meme to one of the year’s most exciting new YouTube series, Idiot Sandwich is the ultimate cookbook dedicated to that special heaven served up between two slices of bread. When the world’s biggest chef, Gordon Ramsay, places two pieces of bread around your face and asks, “What are you?” there’s really only one response: “An idiot sandwich!” When the whole world watches that exchange, it inspires a viral meme, then the internet’s favorite culinary competition show, and now—finally—this cookbook. Join Gordon and some of the most exciting FoodTok chefs and YouTube stars on our trial-and-error journey to delicious, creative, and completely unique sandwiches. Inside, find more than 100 showstopping recipes that blend innovative and international flavors, including: Zach King’s Steak Banh Mi Susi Vidal’s Spicy Chicken Parm Matt Stonie’s Mississippi Shrimp Slugburger H Woo’s Thai Fried Chicken Albert Niazhvinski’s Wellington Sando Emmanuel Duverneau’s Caprese Chicken Josh Scherer’s Carne Asada Cheesesteak What’s more, Idiot Sandwich goes back to basics (obviously, for all of us idiots), outlining pantry essentials, equipment (mandolins, meat mallets, and mixers, oh my!), breads, and everything else you need to get prepped. Divided into simple, idiot-proof sections, this cookbook will teach you how to make the best sandwiches for morning, noon, and night—and hey, you can even reward yourself with one of our sweet treats, after. Developed and curated by Gordon Ramsay himself, and written with Courtney McBroom (co-author of Momofuku Milk Bar, Milk Bar Life and All About Cake), Idiot Sandwich an outrageously fun guide to achieving that perfect, mouthwatering combination of saucy, crunchy, savory deliciousness that only a sandwich can deliver. If you take nothing else from this book, know that anything can be a sandwich, and any idiot can make one. Yes, that means you!

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Marco ist Italiener, 32 Jahre alt und lebt in Wien seit neun Jahren. Die anfängliche Begeisterung übers neue Leben ist mit den Jahren nachgelassen: Obwohl er eine verständnisvolle Freundin und auch den langersehnten Job in einer guten Anwaltskanzlei hat, ist er generell nicht zufrieden. Liegt das Problem beim Arbeitskollegen Schmidt? Oder beim Vermieter und zugleich seinem Nachbar Bozek? Oder sind die Dreißiger im Leben eines jeden Menschen so unangenehm? Marco stellt sich Fragen und denkt laut nach - versucht seinen Unmut auf ehrliche und auch amüsante Art zu lösen. "Mein Leben in Wien - 1. Teil" ist der erste Teil von 3 Teilen einer Geschichte. Marco is Italian, 32 years old he has been living in Vienna since nine years. His initial enthusiasm about his new life has waned over the years: Although he has an understanding girlfriend and also the long-awaited job in a good law firm, he is generally not satisfied. Does the problem lie with his work colleague Schmidt? Or with the landlord and at the same time his neighbour Bozek? Or are the thirties so unpleasant in everyone's life? Marco asks himself questions and thinks out loud - tries to solve his resentment in an honest and also amusing way. "My Life in Vienna - Part 1" is the first part of 3 parts of a story. Introducing a new addition to the "GERMAN-READER" Series Explore the latest short story in the esteemed "GERMAN-READER" series, an essential part of our extensive collection designed for learners of German as a foreign language. This series is not just about reading; it provides a multifaceted approach to language acquisition, incorporating textbooks, reading materials, audiobooks, interactive e-books, videos, and other engaging media resources. Each component is thoughtfully crafted to enhance your learning experience, making German language mastery accessible and enjoyable. Whether you're a beginner or advancing your skills, our resources are designed to cater to all levels of proficiency. For more information about the "GERMAN-READER" series and other resources, including materials dedicated to mastering the German language, please visit our homepage.

Are you looking to learn Japanese quickly and easily? It can be made really simple when you have the right strategy! My combined textbooks and workbooks are perfect for beginners, providing all the tools to read, write, and speak Japanese! Learn all about the different alphabets and scripts, Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji, and how to study each of them in an easy, step-by-step way. Success with Japanese is not always about WHAT you learn but HOW you learn it along the way: Learn all the sounds for speaking Japanese Read and write Kana, with perfect stroke order How the whole language works Comprehensive guides for fundamental grammar Lots of memory and writing exercises Major verb conjugations, sentence structure, and particle usage Understand formality, honorifics, and polite speech. ...and more! Starting with the essentials - Hiragana and Katakana - you will quickly learn to recognize, read, and pronounce lots of Japanese letters in no time, from zero! This book shows you how to write each character with perfect stroke order and how to memorize the syllable sounds with mnemonics. Once you have learned about the Kana scripts, you can begin acquiring Kanji Knowledge. With complex ideas explained in simple terms and topics introduced in a practical, logical way, I'll help you make Kanji acquisition more efficient and fun. Learn about basic sentence structures and how to identify words and their functions. I have also compiled comprehensive lists of verb conjugations and patterns to follow. Practice and revise with lots of writing and memory exercises and bonus study tools designed to speed up your studies, including an assortment of writing practice templates and flashcards to cut out or copy. Click "add to cart" now and start learning Japanese in the most intuitive way!

We are currently refreshing our shelves and this title is 70% off with promo code: Super70 TalkAbouts is a versatile and highly effective visual resource designed to spark communication in ESL/EFL classrooms of all levels. Featuring 72 photocopiable picture-based prompts with minimal text, this collection opens the door to an unlimited range of speaking, listening, and writing activities. The simplicity and openness of each image encourage students to use their own language resources, making the book especially powerful for developing fluency, creativity, and communicative confidence. The images are organized into three purposeful categories. Situations depict everyday scenes that naturally lead to conversation--students describe what they see, guess what might happen next, or role-play interactions. Topics highlight meaningful vocabulary themes, offering visual anchors that help learners recall and use essential words. Events & Occasions focus on broader discourse skills, prompting students to narrate, sequence events, compare cultural practices, and share personal experiences. Because each page contains just one strong image without heavy text, teachers can adapt the prompts for countless tasks: dictations, story-building, pair discussions, grammar practice, vocabulary review, writing extensions, debates, or pronunciation activities. The photocopiable format makes it ideal for classrooms, tutoring sessions, substitute days, conversation groups, and multilevel learning environments. TalkAbouts turns a simple picture into an entire lesson--empowering learners to speak more, share more, and express themselves with confidence. Features Seventy-two photocopiable picture prompts designed for open-ended language practice. Three image types that support different language goals: Situations , Topics , and Events & Occasions . Encourages speaking, listening, describing, predicting, and storytelling. Minimal-text format ideal for all proficiency levels, including beginners. Sample Materials Similar Pro Lingua Learning Titles Lexicarry Clue by Clue My Thoughts Real Life Stories for Interactive Telling and Listening

"Translated with both grace and precision, the poems are elegant expressions of the depth of human emotion." --William Scott Wilson, renowned translator of Japanese literature In the pale dawn your coldness as we parted froze my heart-- nothing now so chills me as morning's early light -- Mibu no Tadamine Experience Japan's most celebrated anthology of poetry with this completely new translation of the Hyakunin Isshu ("A Hundred Poems by a Hundred Poets"). This timeless collection, compiled by the esteemed poet Fujiwara no Teika in the 13th century, features works by 100 poets from the 7th and 8th centuries and remains widely read across Japan to this day. These evocative poems provide a window into the daily life of ancient Japan, exploring universal themes such as love, loneliness, aging, and the beauty of nature--topics that continue to resonate with readers today. Poets featured in this collection include: Sei Shonagon, author of The Pillow Book Lady Murasaki Shikibu, author of The Tale of Genji Emperor Go-toba, ruler of Japan from 1193-1198 Sugiwara no Michizane, renowned Confucian scholar Each poem is presented in the original Japanese script, with Romanized versions and English translations for easy reading. The introduction by translator Michael Freiling provides essential context, an overview of the poets, and insights into the enduring popularity of the Hyakunin Isshu in Japan. This beautifully designed hardcover edition is illustrated with full-color woodblock prints by famous 19th-century artists Hiroshige, Kuniyoshi, and Kunisada, enhancing the visual and cultural richness of the collection. Plus, free online audio recordings of all the poems are available in both Japanese and English, allowing you to hear these timeless verses in their original form. A perfect gift for lovers of Japanese culture, poetry, and art, this edition of Hyakunin Isshu is an invaluable addition to any bookshelf.

The Ultimate Classics Collection: Volume Two is the second instalment of our wide-ranging classic collections. Volume Two features 13 essential classic novels from Jane Austen; Edith Wharton; Leo Tolstoy; D.H. Lawrence, and many more, alongside selected poetry from Christina Rossetti; Elizabeth Browning; and Emily Dickinson. Read by a cast of incredible narrators including Joanne Froggatt, Adjoa Andoh, Jonathan Keeble, and many more, this is your new go-to collection to catch up on those classics you've always wanted to hear. The titles included in this collection, in chronological order, are: - Agnes Grey, by Anne Brontë (read by Kristin Atherton_ - Anna Karenina, by Leo Tolstoy (read by Jonathan Keeble) - Candide, by Voltaire (read by Peter Kenny) - Christina Rossetti Poems (read by Emma Gregory) - Elizabeth Browning Poems (read by Emma Gregory and Megan Gage) - Emily Dickinson Poems (read by Katherine Fenton) - Ethan Frome, by Edith Wharton (read by Christopher Ragland) - Jane Eyre, by Charlotte Brontë (read by Rachel Atkins) - Lady Chatterly's Lover, by D.H. Larence (read by Emma Gregory) - Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott (read by Katherine Fenton) - My Antonia, by Willa Cather (read by Nathan Osgood) - Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen (read by Joanne Froggatt) - Scarlet Letter, by Nathaniel Hawthorne (read by Katherine Fenton) - Tess of the D'Urbervilles, by Thomas Hardy (read by Olivia Dowd) - The Age of Innocence, by Edith Wharton (read by Katherine Fenton) - The Awakening, by Kate Chopin (read by Katherine Fenton) The full cast includes Joanne Froggatt; Peter Kenny; Emma Gregory; Adjoa Andoh; Jonathan Keeble; Katherine Fenton; Christopher Ragland; Rachel Atkins; Olivia Dowd; Lucy Scott; Kristin Atherton; and Ian Porter. This audiobook is fully indexed. Once downloaded, each book and chapter will be listed so you can easily navigate to the individual section.

The darkly comic killer debut novel of 2026. PICKED AS A BOOK TO LOOK OUT FOR BY VOGUE, ESQUIRE, MARIE CLAIRE, THE NEW YORKER, STYLIST, ELLE AND GLAMOUR ------------------------------------------------ 'Dark, thrilling and undeniably hot' GLAMOUR 'The entertaining (and quietly damning) read you'll need to kick off spring' ELLE 'The blistering thriller taking the literary world by storm' VOGUE 'Honey might be the most anticipated debut novel of the year' ESQUIRE 'It's just so clever' LOUISE O'NEILL 'Impossible to predict' ERIN KELLY 'A beautiful, relentless novel' ABIGAIL DEAN 'Wow, basically' HARRIET TYCE 'Worryingly relatable' SOPHIE DUKER 'Rich, hilarious and shocking' JEN SOOKFONG LEE ------------------------------------------------ The first time, Yrsa doesn't intend to kill. But the Cambridge professor sitting opposite has manipulated her friend, stolen her research. When she flicks the bee into his Sanpellegrino, she thinks he'll get a nasty sting. Then he's dead. And Yrsa, who - let's face it - has been bored for a while, is alive. It's a sweet feeling, finally having some control. Comic, sexy, addictive, unpredictable, Honey is about the not-always-righteous path of taking justice into your own hands. The essential next read for fans of Butter, My Sister the Serial Killer, Such a Fun Age, Luster or Boy Parts. ------------------------------------------------ 'Yrsa serves up the unhinged hot girl homicide I didn't know I needed' SOPHIE DUKER 'Juicy, dark, addictive, and truly clever. Yrsa is the antihero we've been waiting for' SILVIA SAUNDERS 'A marvel of a novel, a story that breathes beyond its pages' ORE AGBAJE-WILLIAMS 'A twisted comeuppance story ... Wow. Think Fleabag' KIRKUS 'The hotly-anticipated debut ... a dark tale which throws light on the intersections between politics, race, sex, violence and love through the eyes of a female serial killer' MARIE CLAIRE

An exhilarating debut novel told through three different voices, Whites Can Dance Too is Kalaf Epalanga's reflection on and celebration of the music of his homeland, the intertwining of cultural roots, and freedom and love. It took being caught at a border without proper documents for me to realise I'd always been a prisoner of sorts. Kuduro had been my passport to the world, thanks to it I'd travelled to places I'd never dreamed of visiting. But the chickens had come home to roost . . . Hours before performing at one of Europe's most iconic music festivals, Kalaf Epalanga is detained at the border on suspicion of being an illegal immigrant. Trapped, his thoughts soon thrum to the beat of kuduro, the blistering, techno-infused Angolan music which has taken him from Luanda to Kristiansund, Beirut to Rio de Janeiro, Paris to Lisbon. Shifting between his reflections while incarcerated, and the stories of Sofia - Kalaf's friend at the heart of the Lisbon dance scene - and the 'Viking', the immigration official holding Kalaf's fate in his hands, Whites Can Dance Too is a celebration of the music of Epalanga's homeland, and a hypnotic paean to cultural roots, to freedom and love. 'Both a manifesto and a love story . . . Electrifying . . . What you will find is a story so compelling and visceral that it has the power to move your heart and remind you that the only real borders are the ones we set around ourselves.' Maaza Mengiste, author of The Shadow King (shortlisted for the Booker Prize) 'A hugely original, lyrical odyssey through space and identity. Epalanga is one of the most essential voices from that liminal space between Africa and Europe, and though this novel's flavours are specific, its themes are universal.' Johny Pitts, author of Afropean: Notes from Black Europe

Set in Williams' New York Times bestselling fantasy world, the second book of The Last King of Osten Ard returns to the trials of King Simon and Queen Miriamele as threats to their kingdom loom . . . The kingdoms of Osten Ard have been at peace for decades, but now, the threat of a new war grows to nightmarish proportions. Simon and Miriamele, royal husband and wife, face danger from every side. Their allies in Hernystir have made a pact with the dreadful Queen of the Norns to allow her armies to cross into mortal lands. The ancient, powerful nation of Nabban is on the verge of bloody civil war, and the fierce nomads of the Thrithings grasslands have begun to mobilize, united by superstitious fervor and their age-old hatred of the city-dwellers. But as the countries and peoples of the High Ward bicker among themselves, battle, bloodshed, and dark magics threaten to pull civilizations to pieces. And over it all looms the mystery of the Witchwood Crown, the deadly puzzle that Simon, Miriamele, and their allies must solve if they wish to survive. But as the kingdoms of Osten Ard are torn apart by fear and greed, a few individuals will fight for their own lives and destinies-not yet aware that the survival of everything depends on them. Praise for Tad Williams 'One of my favourite fantasy series' - George R. R. Martin, author of A Game of Thrones 'Ground-breaking . . . changed how people thought of the genre and paved the way for so much modern fantasy, including mine' - Patrick Rothfuss, author of The Kingkiller Chronicle 'One of the main reasons I started writing fantasy . . . Tad Williams' work is an essential part of any science fiction and fantasy library' - Christopher Paolini, author of the Inheritance Cycle series

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