Hegemony or Survival is Noam Chomsky's essential polemic on American foreign policy. Noam Chomsky the world's foremost intellectual activist presents an irrefutable analysis of America's pursuit of total domination & the catastrophic consequences that are sure to follow. From the funding of repressive regimes to the current 'war on terror' from the toppling of governments opposing its beliefs to the invasion of Iraq America pursues its global strategy no matter what the cost. With the rigour & insight that have made him our most important unraveller of accredited lies Noam Chomsky reveals the truth & the true motives behind America's quest for dominance
- & seeks also to show how the world may yet step back from the brink. A devastating history of American foreign policy since 1945 as well as a dissection of the current "war on terror"". (Tim Adams Observer). " Anybody who thinks about American foreign policy has to read & contemplate Hegemony or Survival". (Independent). " One of the radical heroes of our age. A towering intellect". (Guardian). Noam Chomsky is the author of numerous bestselling political books including Hegemony or Survival Failed States Interventions What We Say Goes Hopes & Prospects How the World Works & Occupy all of which are published by Hamish Hamilton/ Penguin."
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If you love a good story then look no further. Oxford Children's Classics bring together the most unforgettable stories ever told. They're books to treasure & return to again & again. When orphan Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather in the mountains the two grow to love each other dearly. Heidi charms everyone she meets-but then her strict aunt sends her away again to live in the town. Despite a wonderful new friendship there Heidi longs to return to her happy life in the mountains. Is there any way she can have both? ...

Heidi is a much loved Puffin Classic by Johanna Spyri. Little Heidi goes to live with her grandfather in his lonely hut high in the Alps & she quickly learns to love her new life. But her strict aunt decides to send her away again to live in the town. Heidi cannot bear being away from the mountains & is determined to return to the happiness of life with her grandfather. With a delightfully nostalgic introduction by award-winning author Eva Ibbotson. Johanna Spyri (1827-1902) was born in Switzerland in the village of Hirzel which has magnificent views of the Alps. She wrote almost fifty books but it was Heidi who brought her great fame. The Puffin Classics: Red Badge of Courage; Anne of the Island; Wuthering Heights; Anne of Avonlea; Kidnapped; What Katy Did; The Happy Prince; David Copperfield; Robin Hood; Peter Pan; The Secret Garden; Black Beauty; The Call of the Wild; Huckleberry Finn; Sherlock Holmes; Little Lord Fauntleroy; The Wizard of Oz; Just So Stories; Treasure Island; Alice's Adventures in Wonderland; Little Women; Oliver Twist; The Wind in the Willows; The Secret Garden; & the Princess & the Goblin. ...

Read it yourself" is a learning to read series of classic traditional stories with four levels of difficulty to suit the stage your child is at with reading. Written in a simple way for young readers they will build their confidence in learning to read as they progress through each level. Familiar fairytales & exciting stories will amuse children & encourage them to progress further with this series & become confident readers. Each book in the " Read it yourself with Ladybird" series is carefully structured to include many everyday words that are vital for first reading/beginner readers. They also contain clear beautiful pictures for extra support & interest. Extra puzzle questions at the end of each book further help with comprehension. This " Read it yourself" version of Heidi is a level 4 title & so suitable for children who are eager to read longer stories independently. The story is full & exciting with a richer & more varied vocabulary. Trust Ladybird to help your child learn to read & become a confident reader." ...

These two new gift editions in the Usborne Young Reading series are titles to treasure published in hardback with a ribbon marker. Each title is a classic: Johanna Spyris Heidi is beautifully retold following the exploits of the orphaned youngster who is sent to live in the Alps with her grumpy grandfather; & the classic tale of Jack & the Beanstalk is humorously revisited. Usbornes Young Reading Series was developed in conjunction with experts from the University of Surrey & is designed to encourage independent reading. Each title has clear engaging text & is accompanied by stunning original illustrations. ...

Heidi is the heart-warming tale of a small girls power for good & it has remained a firm favourite since it was published over 100 years ago. It tells of the orphan Heidi & her idyllic existence with her gruff grandfather in the mountains. When she is sent to live in a city comic chaos ensues & eventually it is arranged that Heidi should return to the mountains. Together she & her friend Peter the goat-herd achieve wondrous changes in the community in which they live. ...

Jan Francis reads Johanna Spyris classic tale of the adventures of a little Swiss girl. Ever since her mother died Heidi has been looked after by her aunt Dete. But now Dete is moving to Frankfurt & Heidi must go & live with her grandfather in a hut high up in the Swiss mountains. There she meets Peter the goatherd & his blind grandmother & the three become great friends. Heidi loves her new carefree life
- but then her aunt returns to take her away from everyone she loves. Will she ever come back to the mountains again?
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Harper Collins is proud to present its new range of best-loved essential classics. Up on the Alp with grandfather is the loveliest spot in all the world. Little orphan Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather in his remote house in the Swiss Alps. She soon begins to love her life with her grandfather & makes friends with Peter the goat-herder & his grandmother. Idyllic as her existence is her aunt sends Heidi to live in Frankfurt to become a companion to the invalid daughter of a wealthy family although Heidi yearns to be back in the fresh air & freedom of the mountains. ...

With its unique month-by-month organization this is the most structured grammar revision & practice book on the market. One book covers AS & A2. The book covers all topics in the Student Book in the order they are taught. Students can see at a glance what they have to learn & when. It is an ideal way of ensuring students keep up with the essential grammar they need for AS & A-Level. ...

Heinemann Active Maths bright & lively Pupil Books have been designed to further consolidate childrens learning through independent practice. They are closely linked to the Teacher Activity Cards & each Heinemann Active Maths outcome. Each Pupil Book contains: *I can statements to encourage self-assessment. * Rocket questions to extend & challenge childrens learning. * Teacher Activity Card references so you know which card the Pupil Book pages link to. ...