Map No. 043, Texelgruppe NP
- Merano High Route, from Kompass, printed on strudy waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper in
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Map No. 043, Texelgruppe NP
- Merano High Route, from Kompass, printed on strudy waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper in
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Pieced together much like the fine garments it portrays, this colourful book takes the reader on an international textile tour, presenting in glorious photographs, samples & sketches a raft of remarkable clothing from all over the world. Taking the reader from Vietnam to Benin, from Central America to Eastern Europe, the book is brimful of stunning costumes, vibrant fabrics & breathtaking detail. All designers & anyone who loves fashion will find this volume a huge source of inspiration, as will all fans of off-the beaten- track travel destinations. ...

Mallory Ortberg presents... Texts from Jane Eyre is a whimsical collection of sharp, satirical & side-splittingly funny text message conversations from your favourite literary characters. Of course if Scarlett O` Hara had an unlimited data plan, she`d be sexting Ashley Wilkes at all hours; & if Mr Rochester could text Jane Eyre, his ARDENT MISSIVES would be in ALL-CAPS; & Daisy Buchanan would text you from behind the wheel
- & then text you to come pick her up after the car crash. Texts from Jane Eyre is a witty, original & very clever kind of mashup that brings your favourite authors & literary characters right into the twenty-first century. Mallory Ortberg is a genius.
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Map No. 2426, Thabazimbi, in South Africa’s official topographic survey at 1:250, 000 from the country’s national survey organization, the Chief Directorate of Surveys & Mapping. The maps have altitude colouring & contours at 50m or 100m intervals, depending on the map edition, plus spot heights. Deserts, marshes, dry pans, perennial & seasonal water features, etc, as well as protected areas are shown. The maps present the country’s road & rail networks & include the usual information expected on topographic mapping at this scale, although in more rapidly developing areas road information may not necessarily be up to date. Also indicated are magisterial district & provincial boundaries. Latitude & longitude values are shown in the margins at 5` intervals together with South African grid co-ordinates. Typically, each sheet covers an area of one degree of latitude & two degrees of longitude. The projection used is Gauss Conformal. The legend is in English & Afrikaans. ...

This pack is a practical course in everyday Thai requiring no prior knowledge of the language. It is ideal for anyone seeking to develop a sound command of contemporary Thai whether studying independently or with a teacher. The book is divided into lessons which introduce the core functions needed for communicating effectively in Thai. The book
Includes:: a pronunciation guide; useful & up-to-date vocabulary; situation-based conversations; aspects of Thai culture & customs; clear, concise grammar; notes; special reference to idiomatic expressions; a wide variety of exercises with answer key; a Thai-English & English-Thai glossary; & a grammar index. The two 60-minute cassettes included were recorded by native Thai speakers. They complement & reinforce the material covered in the book & should help develop pronunciation & listening comprehension skills.
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Discover how to create delicious Thai dishes using easily available ingredients & with surprisingly little effort. Kris Dhillon explains the basic principles of Thai cooking
- fresh, flavoursome ingredients, correctly combined & quickly cooked
- so that you can achieve the wonderful flavours Thai cooking is famous for. Many Thai restaurants in the Western world barely capture the true essence of Thai food but Kris shows how you can match the best Thai food from Thail&. Recipes of this book include perfect pad thai, easy stir fries, aromatic soups, Thai tempura, quick vegetarian side dishes like steamed bok choy & garlicky broccolini, & a large variety of curries including the classic Thai green curry.

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This dual language book brings to life fifty proverbs & sayings from Thailand with great creative flair. Each proverb is interpreted with an abundance of vibrant pizzazz reflecting modern Thai culture. Under the direction of designer Tulaya Pornpiriyakulchai, sensational visuals have been provided by some of Thailand`s leading contemporary artists from Manit Sriwanichpoom & Pinaree Sanpitak to Jakkai Siributr. S.E.A. Write award winner, Jane Vejjajiva`s explanation of the proverbs is accompanied by the delightful tale of schoolgirl Lum Nam & her aunt & uncle. Her trials & tribulations in modern Bangkok links ancient Thai Folk Wisdom with the vibrant modern city. ...

Thai Food gives the most comprehensive account of this ancient & exotic cuisine ever published in English. David Thompson shares his passion for the unique style of cooking that he believes to be one of the world`s greatest cuisines. He provides over 300 mouthwatering recipes, from the simple, honest flavour of a classic pad thai or the refreshing tang of a Green Papaya Salad to such elaborate creations as Green Curry of Trout Dumplings with Apple Eggplants or Stir-fried Crispy Fish Cakes with Pork & Salted Eggs. A series of introductory chapters examine the role of food in Thai culture & society, offer guidance on ingredients, with notes on availability & substitutions, & explain the essential techniques of Thai cookery. More than 50 menus provide ideas for combining Thai dishes. Beautifully written, & complimented by superb photography, this book captures all aspects of this diverse culinary culture. ...

Being able to speak a little of the local language enhances any trip abroad, & this beginner-level Thai audio course contains all the key travel phrases you need to communicate with complete confidence. The 60-minute audio CD features native Thai speakers using phrases you`re likely to encounter in typical travel situations. In no time, you will be able to meet & greet people, be familiar with numbers, time & days of the week, find your way around transport, shops, & restaurants, & make new friends. The pack

Includes:: a sturdy booklet that is easily portable &

Includes:: phonetic transcriptions of the phrases on the CD, plus handy tips & key word reminders. The contents of the CD can be easily downloaded to your iPod or MP3 player.



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