Peony has neither seen nor spoken to any man other than her father a wealthy Chinese nobleman. Nor has she ever ventured outside the cloistered women's quarters of the family villa. As her sixteenth birthday approaches she finds herself betrothed to a man she does not know but Peony has dreams of her own. Her father engages a theatrical troupe to perform scenes from The Peony Pavilion" a Chinese epic opera in their garden amidst the scent of ginger green tea & jasmine. ' Unmarried girls should not be seen in public ' says Peony's mother but her father allows the women to watch from behind a screen. Here Peony catches sight of an elegant handsome man & is immediately bewitched. So begins her unforgettable journey of love desire sorrow & redemption." ...

A sale? Why not? Release all your wonderful treasures onto the open market & they are there for everyone to enjoy. Its a kind of emancipation a setting them free to range the world.. .a saleroom here an exhibition there; art Lady Stacpoole is a rover. People spoil things; there are so many of them & the last thing one wants is them traipsing through ones house. But with the park a jungle & a bath on the billiard table what is one to do? Dorothy wonders if an attic sale could be a solution. People" premieres at the National Theatre London in October 2012. As with Alan Bennetts previous two plays " The History Boys" & " The Habit of Art" " People" will open in the Lyttelton Theatre in a production directed by the Nationals artistic director Nicholas Hytner. Howre you doing? Not sure. Well why dont you get on the mobile to your dick & find out." ...

People are at the heart of any successful organization & a good understanding how they interact is an essential ingredient for an organization's success. This popular book provides a systematic approach to people & organizational management highlighting the importance of the managerial & social functions in affecting the attitude & behaviour of people at work. People & organisational management in construction applies management principles specifically to the construction industry. Blending theory with practice using case studies drawn from the industry each of the core management topics relevant to the industry are covered including: management theory; strategy; organization structure & design; culture leadership & power; personnel development & ways in which construction organizations can improve their performance & effectiveness addressed. ...

This practical & inspirational guide in a handy sketchbook format is aimed at the practised beginner & shows how to achieve successful watercolour paintings of people in just 30 minutes
- ideal for the busy amateur artist who doesnt have much time to paint. Many people think they dont have enough time to paint but in this attractive guide Trevor Waugh encourages quick & simple painting. By working with just a few materials & focusing on the key techniques it is possible to achieve successful realistic paintings of people in no more than half an hour. & for those artists who already have a little painting experience learning to work more quickly enables them to free up their style & paint more spontaneously. All the key topics are covered from watercolour techniques colour & tone to learning about proportions simple silhouettes facial features & backgrounds.
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A PERFECT FAMILY Mick & Amy Nash are an ordinary couple leading ordinary lives. & then into the house next door move the Renders
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This is a retrospective look at the backstreets of Birmingham in the early years of the 20th century. The book is based on the memories of the residents of an old people's home whose life stories have been distilled & combined to form an indictment of slum life. ...

The new novel from the author of ' March' & ' Year of Wonders' takes place in the aftermath of the Bosnian War as a young book conservator arrives in Sarajevo to restore a lost treasure. When Hannah Heath gets a call in the middle of the night in her Sydney home about a precious medieval manuscript which has been recovered from the smouldering ruins of wartorn Sarajevo she knows she is on the brink of the experience of a lifetime. A renowned book conservator she must now make her way to Bosnia to start work on restoring The Sarajevo Haggadah a Jewish prayer book
- to discover its secrets & piece together the story of its miraculous survival. But the trip will also set in motion a series of events that threaten to rock Hannah's orderly life including her encounter with Ozren Karamen the young librarian who risked his life to save the book. As meticulously researched as all of Brooks's previous work ' People of the Book' is a gripping & moving novel about war art love & survival.
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The idea was simple. Take the most impassioned speeches about the fight for what is right & bring them to life for a new generation. The reason why its so powerful is because its about everything that matters to us: love & life sex & death justice & freedom. Weve found some amazing speeches from the most unlikely places British voices that have been ignored for centuries because history is a tale often told by the winners COLIN FIRTH The People Speak tells the story of Britain through the voices of the visionaries dissenters rebels & everyday folk who took on the Establishment & stood up for what they believed in. Here are their stories letters speeches & songs from the Peasants Revolt to the Suffragettes to the anti-war demonstrators of today. They are some of the most powerful words in our history. Compiled by the Oscar-winning actor Colin Firth influential writer Anthony Arnove & the acclaimed historian David Horspool The People Speak reminds us that democracy has never been a spectator sport. ...

People with autism spectrum conditions may often behave in ways that cause difficulties for themselves & those who care for them. People with Autism Behaving Badly offers effective long-term strategies to help resolve common problem behaviors such as physical aggression self-injury verbal abuse rudeness & property damage. The book is organized around the common messages conveyed by behaviors & some of the underlying issues that drive these messages. Practical ideas for intervention are provided & illustrated by case examples. A range of exercises help to build understanding of the issues & detail appropriate plans. A log book helps to track what has been tried & what has been learned. In addition the author explores the role of relationship styles that can help reduce challenging behaviors & encourage positive ones. Realistic information about working together with individuals families & outside agencies & about the pros & cons of medication is also included. This hands-on practical manual is indispensable for families carers & anyone involved with autistic people who need help with behavioral or emotional challenges. ...

QUEEN Elizabeths Diamond Jubilee is a milestone year for Sovereign & country that brings the nation together to celebrate. This stunning ...