With a language disappearing every two weeks & neologisms springing up almost daily an understanding of the origins & currency of language has never seemed more relevant In this charming volume a narrative history written explicitly for a young audience expert linguist David Crystal proves why the story of language deserves retelling From the first words of an infant to the peculiar modern dialect of text messaging A Little Book of Language ranges widely revealing language's myriad intricacies & quirks In animated fashion Crystal sheds light on the development of unique linguistic styles the origins of obscure accents & the search for the first written word He discusses the plight of endangered languages as well as successful cases of linguistic revitalization Much more than a history Crystal's work looks forward to the future of language exploring the effect of technology on our day-to-day reading writing & speech Through enlightening tables diagrams & quizzes as well as Crystal's avuncular & entertaining style A Little Book of Language will reveal the story of language to be a captivating tale for all ages ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play Alan Rickman directs & stars in this British period drama alongside Kate Winslet & Matthias Schoenaerts Landscape architect Sabine De Barra (Winslet) is selected to design a garden in the grounds of King Louis XIV&s new Palace of Versailles As she develops a professional relationship with the king&s principal gardener Andre Le Nôtre (Schoenaerts) romance gradually blossoms between the two Meanwhile Sabine faces challenges in her new position within the palace & must defy the limits of her gender & class The cast also

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Faith Watkins loves Christmas which is why she's thrilled that her new hotel in the Lake District will be open in time for the festive season Now all she needs are the guests But what she didn't bank on was her first paying customer has an intense hatred of all things Christmassy! Freeman Kathryn ...

Helps you learn a practical course in pilates This title offers step-by-step pictures that show you what other courses only tell you & the practice moves keep you on the right track 192 pages DK ...

A practical & inspirational course in learning how to sew 192 pages 100 Illustrations color Various ...

Arranged in colour for speedy identification with extra anecdotes from winsome characters in Charlotte Voake's inimitable style; this child-friendly guide also

Includes:: keynotes on plant parts & the seasons along with a tick-box index for keen spotters The Eden Project brings plants & people together It is dedicated to developing a greater understanding of our shared global garden; encouraging us to respect plants
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Adorable Baby in Hand Figurine 'A Little Handful' Bronze Effect Baby Sculpture stunning Gift To Celebrate A New Arrival This ...

how the suburbs dug for victory in World War IIWith a brief guide to particular historic or evocative gardens open to the public this is a book to put in your pocket when planning a summer day out
- but also to read in your deckchair with a glass of cold wine when dead-heading is simply too much 384 pages 80 Uglow Jenny
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Why are dragons recognised in almost all cultures on Earth? What is the mysterious geomantic gold they secretly guard? Could dragons be a folk memory of something which once hunted us? In this beautiful little book Joyce Hargreaves tells the story of these extraordinary animals through examples drawn from all over the world Richly illustrated & with detailed appendices of notable dragon sites around the United Kingdom this is an essential dragonologists guide WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information Fascinating FINANCIAL TIMES Beautiful LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS Rich & Artful THE LANCET Genuinely mind-expanding FORTEAN TIMES Excellent NEW SCIENTIST stunning NEW YORK TIMES Small books big ideas ...

A lively inviting account of the history of economics told through events from ancient to modern times & the ideas of great thinkers in the field What causes poverty? Are economic crises inevitable under capitalism? Is government intervention in an economy a helpful approach or a disastrous idea? The answers to such basic economic questions matter to everyone yet the unfamiliar jargon & math of economics can seem daunting This clear accessible & even humorous book is ideal for young readers new to economics & for all readers who seek a better understanding of the full sweep of economic history & ideas Economic historian Niall Kishtainy organizes short chronological chapters that center on big ideas & events He recounts the contributions of key thinkers including Adam Smith David Ricardo Karl Marx John Maynard Keynes & others while examining topics ranging from the invention of money & the rise of agrarianism to the Great Depression entrepreneurship environmental destruction inequality & behavioral economics The result is a uniquely enjoyable volume that succeeds in illuminating the economic ideas & forces that shape our world ...