This edition of this German course is intended for people new to the language or those wishing to brush up on existing skills. It presents a step-by-step guide to the core vocabulary & grammar of German. This edition has been revised by Delia Sexton to ensure that all cultural & linguistic references are up to date. The book

Includes:: exercises to help practice the language skills acquired. The course is accompanied by a cassette
- available separately or in a book/cassette pack.


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Great walls in China. This title deals with the splendid & traditional homes in the People`s Republic. Dating back more than six thousand years, China is the world`s oldest civilization & most populous nation. With its remarkable history, rich culture, & diversity of ethnic groups, China is an endlessly fascinating country. Sneaking a peek at an array of different homes, from ancient to modern, ” Living in China” brings you to places that most will never have a chance to visit. Whether it`s the Bamboo Wall by Kengo Kuma, a 600-year-old round earth house in Fujian, the artsy Shanghai apartment of a celebrated but banned Chinese writer, the Hong Kong residence of the owner of the China Clubs & Shanghai Tan, or an artist studio & home in the largest art community in the world, all of the interiors featured here capture intriguing facets of life in China today. ...

In this book are highlighted 15 cities, which stand out for their particular beauty, charm, personality & history: Amsterdam, Cape Town, Barcelona, Berlin, Buenos Aires, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, London, New York, Paris, Rome, San Francisco, Shanghai, Sydney & Tokyo. ...

Barbara & Rene Stoeltie bring you yet another excursion to the best of the worlds country homes
- this time to the mythical land
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The history of Cairo is usually presented in terms of periods & dynasties such as the Fatimid or Ayyubid. The modern history of Egypt is generally held to begin in the last decades of the nineteenth century with the emergence of a new, modern city, constructed by the Khedives of Egypt along European lines. This illustrated book examines Cairo from the first century AH/seventh century AD until the present, considering the relationships between the physical layout of the city & its historic buildings, its economy, & its social, cultural, & religious life. The book discusses the programs of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, both for restoring historic monuments in the district of al-Darb al-Ahmar & for reviving & improving the social & economic life of the old city. It also seeks to convey what the residents of the old city think about these projects, to clarify what, if any, is the felt relationship between the great monuments like Bab al-Zuwayla & the people who live nearby & what can be learned from this experience for similar restoration projects in other parts of the world. No previous book has dealt with Cairo across so wide a range of periods & subjects, examining the relationships between the inhabitants of Cairo & their city & the relationships between past & present. Economics, architecture, & religious practices in past ages all have reverberations in the present. The contributors range from academics with expertise in Islamic history & architecture, such as Nasser Rabbat & Roy Mottahedeh, to the personnel who were engaged in the restoration projects. A DVD of the film ” Living with the Past: Historic Cairo” (2001, 56 minutes, directed by Maysoon Pachachi for Echo Productions, produced by Elizabeth Fernea) accompanies the book. It portrays al-Darb al-Ahmar, a neighbourhood in the heart of the old city, & follows several interwoven restoration projects undertaken with a unique approach combining conservation with social, cultural, & economic neighbourhood schemes that aim not only to rescue endangered monuments but also to preserve the spirit & vitality of the community. ...

This title features colorful interiors from Costa Careyes to the Yucatan Peninsula. Barbara & Rene Stoeltie, the dynamic writer & photographer duo, have struck gold again
- this time with a truly breathtaking look at Mexico`s most remarkable abodes. The Stoelties have traveled far & wide, from Costa Careyes to the Yucatan Peninsula, seeking out homes to surprise, delight, & inspire you. The contrast between Constructivist architect Luis Barragan`s home, a restored 16th century hacienda, & traditional Mayan thatched-roof dwellings is telling of the vibrant palette of textures & hues to be found with the pages of this book. This diverse selection of villas, casitas, haciendas, cabanas, & palapas paints a lively & colorful picture of Mexican style.
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Once upon a time in a land not so far away... Though it lies just across the Mediterranean from Europe, barely a stone`s throw from Spain`s southernmost tip, Morocco couldn`t possibly be farther away. With its mountainous & desert landscapes, labyrinthine souks, delectable cuisine, exquisite rugs & textiles, vibrant mosaics, fragrant odors, mesmerizing music, & welcoming people, Morocco is a most alluring & tantalizingly exotic destination. Digging a little deeper into the myth of Morocco, Barbara & Rene Stoeltie bring us this eclectic selection of homes that demonstrate all that is most wonderful about Moroccan style. Flipping through these pages of fairy tale interiors (ideally whilst sipping a steaming cup of sweet, fragrant mint tea) you`ll be instantly transported. ...

A revised addition to the Living In series shows & describes the gardens, boulevards, museums, monuments, & parks of Paris, &

Includes:: interiors of homes decorated in various styles. Essentially an insider’s introduction to the vibrant soul of Paris, this book is lavishly illustrated, it

Includes:: a bibliography for further reading, practical travel information, & an extensive listing of the capital’s best hotels, restaurants, museums, & shops. It is an inspiring resource for anyone who has strolled along the streets or dreamed of visiting the City of Lights.



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Here is an accessible & visually ravishing portrait of Sri Lankan living spaces, each one illustrating the multi-ethnic heritage & stunning surroundings of this magical island off the south-east coast of India. The discerning choice of homes, gardens & hotels is illustrated with some 250 specially commissioned colour photographs of their interiors & the breathtaking landscapes in which they st&. These interiors of simple elegance & universal charisma will provide fresh inspiration for jaded palates. ...

New Yorkers are known the world over for their love of sophicticated style. This accessible volume profiles the chicest living spaces in & around this ultimate urban playground. Featuring an array of decor from solidly classical to the ultimate in contemporary glamour, Reto Guntli`s photographs take us on an insider tour of the Big Apple`s most desirable residences. ...