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This book of 50 short Coffee Break activities makes it possible for language learners to fit in a little extra practice of Swedish on a regular basis in a fun and relaxed way in just 5, 10 or 15 minutes a day.

Updated for 2020! 50 Things to See with a Small Telescope explores the planets, stars, galaxies and nebulae visible right from your backyard! The book includes easy to follow star maps and eclipse charts updated through the year 2030. With the "Telescope View" feature, you will see how objects appear when viewed through a small telescope. This book will help you: Choose the telescope that's right for your budget Identify prominent stars and major constellations See bright nebulae and globular clusters Explore the Moon and planets View comets and asteroids Track the Space Station and spot satellite flairs So much more!

In its innovative magazines and books, Flow celebrates creativity, mindfulness, and the pleasures of paper through a uniquely appealing marriage of ideas and visuals--beautiful illustrations and paintings created by a group of talented professional artists. Now those same artists have opened up their toolkits, sharing secrets, techniques, and point of view to teach the creatively curious how to draw. Here are 50 easy, illustrated step-by-step lessons on how to draw a whimsically curated list of the things we see and interact with every day: a bouquet of flowers, a watering can, a cat, mittens, favorite plants and vegetables, a cup and saucer, a kitchen table, fruit wrappers, a seagull, a dress collar, an apple tree. The lessons take us line by line from early sketch to finished drawing, with space alongside for the reader to draw the same. And unlike other beginner's drawing guides, every lesson stems from each artist's particular sensibility. This book is not about learning shapes, but how to create beautiful images with quirkiness and personality. The focus is not on perspective or shading, but the mindful pleasures of doing creative work. Included are special paper goodies, from the instructional (sheets of tracing paper, watercolor paper, colored paper for a singular effect) to the purely joyful--postcards, a 32-page booklet with bellyband, paper doll foldouts, and more.

From the Audrey to the Paris, the Top Down, or the Easy Breezy, there are 50 scarf styles in this book for any occasion or mood. Jaunty illustrations break down each step so stylistas can wrap, loop, and get out the door looking perfectly polished. Teens, young professionals, and moms alike will love playing around with the looks, including unexpected belts, sarongs, and topknots. Vibrantly illustrated and packaged as a compact hardcover, 50 Ways to Wear a Scarf begs to be gifted with a scarf and displayed on a dresser, plus it's small enough to take scarf shopping. Très chic!

Since a winter morning in 1971 when a teacher wheeled a teletype into his classroom to debut a game about the Oregon Trail, people have been telling interactive stories on digital platforms. From text adventures to VR poetry, MUDS to mobile romance sims, and chatbots to roguelikes, these games without graphics have pioneered new techniques for interactive storytelling, engaged imaginations with clever engines and beautiful prose, and explored the new terrain of fiction you can play. 50 Years of Text Games: From Oregon Trail to AI Dungeon picks one text-based game from each year between 1971 and 2020 and studies how it works, what it's about, why it's special, and its lasting legacy. From famous classics to overlooked gems, from personal stories to million-word epics, and from games printed by teletypes to games downloaded on smart watches, this is the fascinating story of interactive fiction's first half-century.

Since a winter morning in 1971 when a teacher wheeled a teletype into his classroom to debut a game about the Oregon Trail, people have been telling interactive stories on digital platforms. From text adventures to VR poetry, MUDS to mobile romance sims, and chatbots to roguelikes, these games without graphics have pioneered new techniques for interactive storytelling, engaged imaginations with clever engines and beautiful prose, and explored the new terrain of fiction you can play. 50 Years of Text Games: From Oregon Trail to AI Dungeon picks one text-based game from each year between 1971 and 2020 and studies how it works, what it's about, why it's special, and its lasting legacy. From famous classics to overlooked gems, from personal stories to million-word epics, and from games printed by teletypes to games downloaded on smart watches, this is the fascinating story of interactive fiction's first half-century.

A declaration on European identity was adopted for the first time at the EC Summit in 1973.

A fantastic collection of favourite melodies by Bach, Beethoven, Vivaldi, Handel, Chopin, Mozart, Rossini, Grieg, Tchaikovsky, Borodin, Verdi, Puccini, Bizet, Elgar, Paganini, Dvöák, Saint-Saëns, Schumann, Strauss and more, arranged especially for the intermediate to advanced soprano/descant recorder player, starting with the easiest. All are in easy keys. Great for sight reading practice or just for fun. Assuming a good knowledge of the recorder and music reading, some pieces are one page, others longer; the music ranges across three octaves although the easier pieces range up to second octave A; with plenty of familiar melodies. 50+ Greatest Intermediate Classics for Recorder follows on from our popular 50+ Greatest Classics for Recorder which is much easier, contains different repertoire and shorter pieces. If you're looking for recorder duets, you may like our Intermediate Classic Duets for Recorder or Wicked Duets; Devilish Duets; Shanties and Sea Songs; all books are available for two descants, and descant and treble. Look out for our instrument specific music theory books, recorder theory for very young children and for our vast array of music arranged for mixed instruments: Flute, Clarinet, Bassoon, Mini-Bassoon, Tenoroon, Oboe, Saxophone, Recorder, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, French Horn, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass! We have a spectacular variety of duet books, a gargantuan selection of festive books (including Halloween!) and even downloadable playalong and backing tracks and sheet music on our website. Just visit WildMusicPublications.com or for news of our latest releases, why not follow us on twitter? @WMPublications

CRESTFALLEN at CHICANERY and CIRCUMLOCUTION? Have no TRUCK with TOMFOOLERY? Or OMNISCIENT about OBLOQUIES and OPSIMATHS? Whether you've answered yes, no or "sorry, I didn't catch that," this book is for you. It offers words that flow EXQUISITELY off the tongue; words that are just perfect for their meaning, like the lazy-sounding SLOTH and the heavy-footed GALUMPH; words that will make you sound clever, like DEUTERAGONIST and LETHOLOGICA; and words that are just fun to say, like LIQUEFACTION and LUXURIATE. It'll tell you where they come from, how to use them and whether you're likely to BAMBOOZLE anyone who's listening to you. With occasional special features on great words for colors, words from the Classics and words that make you laugh, this is a book to delight BIBLIOPHILES and BLATHERSKITES alike.

A book that is SURE to turn heads!!! Hilarious blank book for your notes and journaling. High-quality book cover with 110 pages inside. Makes the perfect gift for those with a good sense of humor!

Make bedtime an adventure every night with this book of 500 dreams to seek and find!

The game of Go is, occasionally, referred to as a sitting martial art. This series of books is dedicated to kyu ranked players and uses the following colors to represent belt colors often used in martial arts rating systems: white (beginner), yellow, orange, green, blue and then brown. The brown color stands for the power of the mountains. For the student, it is time to deal with the vastness, the sky, to become more attuned to the ascent to mastery. These final kyu grades are probably the most difficult. The goal seems close, but reaching it requires more refinement and further coordination of technique and strategy. This books can be used as a classroom tutorial, as an after-school exercise, or as a test for self-learners who would like to improve their skills.

The game of Go is, occasionally, referred to as a sitting martial art. This series of books is dedicated to kyu ranked players and uses the following colors to represent belt colors often used in martial arts rating systems: white (beginner), yellow, orange, green, blue and then brown. Green is the color of spring and of growth. The student has now become more versatile, he is learning and experimenting with new techniques. Above all, he is also becoming more adventurous in the execution and application of technique training. He strives for a better techniques and tries to involve the whole board. This books can be used as a classroom tutorial, as an after-school exercise, or as a test for self-learners who would like to improve their skills.

The game of Go is, occasionally, referred to as a sitting martial art. This series of books is dedicated to kyu ranked players and uses the following colors to represent belt colors often used in martial arts rating systems: white (beginner), yellow, orange, green, blue and then brown. Orange, the color of this volume, is the fire of enthusiasm that has now seized the student. He wants to develop and evolve. The student reaches this level quickly. Now, the basic techniques are adopted in the game while the flow of the game becomes much more fluid. The student starts to play on the 19×19 board, and his behavior becomes visibly calmer. The way is prepared. This books can be used as a classroom tutorial, as an after-school exercise, or as a test for self-learners who would like to improve their skills.

The game of Go is, occasionally, referred to as a sitting martial art. This series of books is dedicated to kyu ranked players and uses the following colors to represent belt colors often used in martial arts rating systems: white (beginner), yellow, orange, green, blue and then brown. This volume, the white one, is where the learning begins. The color white symbolizes purity, clarity, and - especially in Asia - stands generally for the beginning. The player has just learned the rules and now takes their first steps on the board, most often on the small 9×9 board. This books can be used as a classroom tutorial, as an after-school exercise, or as a test for self-learners who would like to improve their skills.

Do You Feel Stuck in the Intermediate English Level? Do you want to break out and start improving quickly? Then this is the perfect book to help you move up to the advanced level and start using everyday English fluently. The 500 phrases in this book will help you make the leap from intermediate to advanced. What made me want to write this book? After years of teaching intermediate students who never seemed to improve I decided to find out what the problem was. Essentially, intermediate students get stuck because learning at this stage is a different type of learning than at the beginner stage. You have mastered the grammar and the basic vocabulary but most textbooks just carry on like nothing has changed. However, what you need at the intermediate stage is not just more dry grammar and lists of vocabulary, but to be exposed to as much 'real' English in as many 'real-life' situations as possible. This will help you start to understand what people are actually saying and not just 'textbook' English. It will also help you to naturally 'get a feel' for the language. Because I could not find a book that introduced everyday English phrases in a fun and engaging way I decided to write one myself. How will this book help you? Every new phrase is introduced in the real context of a short story or an article. So by having fun and reading something interesting you will be learning naturally rather than having to force yourself to study. It's a simple fact that if you are having fun you will learn quicker and more easily. This book is an excellent way to be exposed to 'real everyday English phrases' but with the guidance of clear explanations and examples in simple English. Basically it uses simple language to introduce more complex phrases so you are eased into a more advanced level. All of the phrases in this book are in common use and are the key to unlocking fluency. I have only included phrases which I have heard recently in conversation or on the radio or television. If it is in this book it is in everyday use. So, if you are sick of being stuck and want to improve in a fun and engaging way, this is the perfect solution for you.

BLEIBEN SIE AUF DEM MITTLEREN ENGLISCHNIVEAU STECKEN? MÖCHTEN SIE AUSBRECHEN UND BEGINNEN, SICH SCHNELL ZU VERBESSERN? Dann ist hier das perfekte Buch, um Ihnen zu helfen, sich zum fortgeschrittenen Niveau zu bewegen und zu beginnen, Alltagsenglisch fließend zu verwenden. Die 500 Sätze in diesem Buch werden Ihnen helfen, den Sprung vom mittleren zum fortgeschrittenen Englisch zu machen. Warum habe ich dieses Buch geschrieben? Nach Jahren des Unterrichtens mittlerer Schüler, die nie aussahen, als wenn sie sich verbesserten, entschied ich herauszufinden, was das Problem war. Im Grunde bleiben mittlere Schüler stecken, weil ihre Art zu Lernen auf dieser Stufe eine andere ist als auf der Anfängerstufe. Sie beherrschen die Grammatik und die grundlegenden Vokabeln, aber die meisten Sachbücher machen einfach weiter, als wenn sich nichts geändert hätte. Allerdings benötigen Sie auf der mittleren Stufe keine trockene Grammatik und Vokabellisten mehr, sondern Sie müssen so viel ¿echtem Englisch" in so vielen ¿echten" Situationen wie möglich ausgesetzt sein. Das wird Ihnen helfen, das zu verstehen, was Leute wirklich sagen und nicht nur ¿Lehrbuchenglisch". Es wird Ihnen ebenfalls helfen, ein ¿Gefühl" für die Sprache zu bekommen. Da ich kein Buch finden konnte, das alltägliche englische Sätze auf eine lustige und ermutigende Art vorstellte, entschied ich, selbst eins zu schreiben. Wie wird Ihnen dieses Buch helfen? Jeder neue Satz wird im echten Kontext einer Kurzgeschichte oder eines Artikels vorgestellt. Also lernen Sie auf natürliche Art, während Sie Spaß haben und etwas Interessantes lesen. Es ist einfach; Wenn Sie Spaß haben, lernen Sie schneller und einfacher. Dieses Buch ist eine exzellente Art, ¿echten Sätzen des Alltagsenglisch" ausgesetzt zu sein, mit der Hilfe deutlicher Erklärungen und Beispiele in einfachem Englisch. Im Wesentlichen nutzt es einfache Sprache, um komplexere Sätze einzuführen, sodass Ihnen auf ein höheres Niveau geholfen wird. Alle Sätze in diesem Buch werden allgemein verwendet und sind der Schlüssel zu fließendem Sprechen. Ich habe nur Sätze eingefügt, die ich kürzlich in Gesprächen oder im Radio oder Fernsehen gehört habe. Wenn es in diesem Buch ist, dann wird es allgemein verwendet.

Choose Barron’s for language learning--a trusted resource for over 50 years!This edition of 501 Italian Verbs provides language learners with fingertip access to a carefully curated selection of the 501 most common Italian verbs--in all tenses and moods! Each verb is listed alphabetically in chart form—one verb per page along with its English translation. Follow the clear, concise instruction, then take your language fluency to the next level with an all-new online activity center.This comprehensive guide also includes:Lists of synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and usage examples for every verb The popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the trickiest Italian verbs Over 2,300 additional verbs conjugated like the 501 modelsOnline content includes:A concise grammar review for easy reference Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciation Four practice quizzes to help you practice German sentence completion, conversational dialogue, and word completion exercises Answer explanations for all questions plus a timed test option and scoring

A reference guide for students and learning users of Russian looking to expand their use of verb forms.

2013 Reprint of 1908 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. This title illustrates the most important mechanical movements in dynamics, hydraulics, hydrostatics, pneumatics, steam engines, mill and other gearing, presses, horology, and miscellaneous machinery ; and including many movements never previously published, and several which had only recently come into use as of 1868, the first date of publication for this classic title. This 1868 compendium of ingenious mechanisms employs simple drawings to explain 507 of the small components that constitute complex machinery. Left-hand pages feature illustrations, and facing pages offer brief descriptions of their use and operation. Ranging from simple to complex, the mechanisms include cranks, pulleys, drills, wheels, and screws.

2022 Hardcover Reprint of the 1908 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. This title illustrates the most important mechanical movements in dynamics, hydraulics, hydrostatics, pneumatics, steam engines, mill and other gearing, presses, horology, and miscellaneous machinery ; and including many movements never previously published, and several which had only recently come into use as of 1868, the first date of publication for this classic title. This 1868 compendium of ingenious mechanisms employs simple drawings to explain 507 of the small components that constitute complex machinery. Left-hand pages feature illustrations, and facing pages offer brief descriptions of their use and operation. Ranging from simple to complex, the mechanisms include cranks, pulleys, drills, wheels, and screws.

This title illustrates the most important mechanical movements in dynamics, hydraulics, hydrostatics, pneumatics, steam engines, mill and other gearing, presses, horology, and miscellaneous machinery; and including many movements never previously published, and several which had only recently come into use as of 1868, the first date of publication for this classic title. This 1868 compendium of ingenious mechanisms employs simple drawings to explain 507 of the small components that constitute complex machinery. Left-hand pages feature illustrations, and facing pages offer brief descriptions of their use and operation. Ranging from simple to complex, the mechanisms include cranks, pulleys, drills, wheels, and screws.

From barometers to windmills, friction pulleys to ratchets, throstles to ellipsographs, this book has it all! Originally published in 1868, this compendium of ingenious mechanisms contains 507 entries that illuminate and explain the mechanics at play in hydraulics, pneumatics, steam engines, presses, horologes and more. Each entry includes a clear line drawing to illustrate the mechanism's function, and a brief description of the mechanism, its use, and its operation. Running the gamut from extremely simple to complex and intricate, this engaging reference provides a detailed window into the innumerable small components that comprise complex machinery. An accurate and thorough index allows for quick, easy reference. For those with a keen interest in the mechanical, 507 Mechanical Movements is an informative and inspiring read.

This compendium of ingenious mechanisms employs simple drawings to explain 507 of the small components that constitute complex machinery. Left-hand pages feature illustrations, and facing pages offer brief descriptions of use and operation. Ranging from simple to complex, the mechanisms include cranks, pulleys, drills, wheels, and screws.

This is book three of the 51- Pegasi series.From the Dark Streets of New Orleans toThe Hilltop Paradise.The story of a poor immigrant family and the teenage son who steps into the head of household role when his father disappears.Gang life in the underbelly of New Orleans is his only opportunity.Not a good one. Soon, his family is gone, Shiv is in prison, and working through his last days before release into an unfriendly world with no better options than he had....Until his future is decided for him, and he is transported into a new world of unspeakable terror, and unimagined tropical beauty.Come along as we watch Dmitri (Shiv), Shankov build a new life of adventure and misadventure in a whole new world.This story brings real-world stories to the reader through science fiction and time travel, based on real science.The adventure, danger, romance, losses, and success are very human as the relatable characters carry the story of people like you and me, looking for second chances.

Die vierte Ausgabe der Reihe "Chapters" bringt architektonische Forschung und Praxis zusammen. Das belgische Architekturbüro 51N4E und der Lehrstuhl für Städtische Transformation der ETH Zürich, NEWROPE, zeigen, wie Infrastrukturprojekte Impulsgeber für eine neue Art der Stadtplanung sein können. Anhand von acht Projekten von 51N4E und vier Designperspektiven von NEWROPE untersucht die Publikation, wie jedes der Projekte den Raum strukturiert und gleichzeitig neue Nutzungen fördert. Infrastruktur wird so zum Ausgangspunkt für ein gemeinsames Nachdenken darüber, was wir als Gesellschaft schätzen und in was wir investieren wollen. In einer abschließenden Reflexion wird für einen Infrastrukturwandel im Städtebau plädiert: weg von Prestigeprojekten und großen Masterplänen, hin zu einer Designmethode, die bereits Existierendes respektiert, die Unvorhersehbarkeit des städtischen Lebens akzeptiert und Raum für zukünftige Veränderungen lässt.

Die zweite Ausgabe der vom belgischen Architekturbüro 51N4E initiierten Reihe Chapters beschäftigt sich mit der Frage, wie Entwurfsprozesse dialogisch gestaltet werden können. Damit ist nicht notwendigerweise ein partizipativer Designprozess gemeint. Vielmehr geht es um eine Praxis des Entwerfens, die einerseits neue Situationen erzeugt, aber auch anderen die Möglichkeit gibt, etwas hinzuzufügen, zu entfernen oder zu verändern. Vor allem erkennt Dialogisches Entwerfen an, dass Konflikt und Komplexität das Herzstück urbaner Transformation sind. In seinem ersten Teil untersucht Design in Dialogue die Arbeit des Brüsseler Architekturbüros 51N4E, des Antwerpener Büros für sozial- räumliche Innovation endeavour und des Baseler Büros für urbane Transformation Denkstatt. Alle drei Büros loten die Grenzen der archi- tektonischen Praxis aus und stellen das Selbstverständnis von Archi- tekten und Stadtgestaltern in Frage, denen es oft mehr um Autonomie und Monolog als um Offenheit und Dialog geht. Obwohl sich die drei Büros radikal unterscheiden, schätzen sie alle den Wert von Design im Dialog. Der zweite Teil der Publikation ver- anschaulicht anhand einer Vielzahl von europäischen Architekturbüros und -projekten, unter welchen Bedingungen dialogisches Entwerfen eine produktive Dynamik entfaltet. Die Autoren verstehen Design in Dialog nicht als eine neue Methodik, sondern als eine befreiende Entwurfspraxis des Teilens, Wertschätzens und Weiterentwickelns.

After the INFINITE CRISIS, the DC Universe spent a year without Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman, a year in which those heroes were needed more than ever as the fate of the world hung in the balance.

'Fascinating ... Connected both to old wisdom and new scientific frontiers of discovery' Lauren Laverne ________________________ 'We can all learn something from 52 Ways to Walk. I know I can.' Michael Ball, BBC Radio 2 ________________________ Walking strengthens our bodies, calms our minds and lifts our spirits. But it does so much more than this. Our vision, hearing, respiration, sleep, cognition, memory, blood pressure, sense of smell and balance are all enhanced by how we walk. For instance: · Walking in cold weather burns extra fat and builds more muscle. · Walking alone strengthens our memories. · Walking in woodland helps us sleep. · And there's nothing more restorative than a romantic nighthike. Our choice of location, time, direction, duration, walking companion and gait, as well as the weather we opt to walk in, can transform our daily stroll. Here, Annabel Streets shares the thrill of 52 different ways to walk, explaining the latest science behind each one, and providing practical tips for making the most of your daily steps. 52 Ways to Walk is a revelatory and informative handbook for anyone stuck in a walking rut, curious about the lesser-known benefits of walking or merely in need of some on-foot novelty and adventure.

This is a beautiful collection of 52 patterns to create cosy accessories - mostly knits but also including some crochet piece - and was created by 48 international designers. It is a great companion for those who love knitting hats, shawls, socks and mittens, but also includes some more fashion-forward projects like cowls, hoods, headbands and bags.

52 Weeks of Easy Knits is a contemporary collection of 52 uncomplicated knitting patterns, ranging from beanies, mittens and scarves to sweaters, socks and cardigans, from Nordic knitting experts Laine. For people who are picking up needles for the very first time, or for experienced knitters who are looking for an effortless comfort project, this gorgeous book contains a fun, cozy and modern knitting pattern for every week of the year - each one a pleasure to knit. The 52 projects have been contributed by leading knitwear designers from across the world. The book uses a 'super easy' label to mark the patterns that are perfect for your very first knitting project.

52 Weeks of Scarves is a contemporary collection of 52 patterns for scarves, shawls, wraps, cowls and collars, from Nordic knitting experts Laine.Nothing brings more comfort than a hand-knitted scarf – from a light wrap for cool shoulders on summer evenings or spring mornings, to a beautiful shawl as the centerpiece of fall outfits, or a cozy collar to be layered under winter coats. Whether you’re creating a shawl for yourself or a cowl for a loved one, there’s care in every stitch. Knitting is more than just knit, knit, purl. It is a feeling.This stunning book contains a beautiful scarf pattern for every week of the year. The 52 projects have been contributed by leading knitwear designers from across the world and showcase an exceptionally wide range of yarns, techniques and difficulty levels, including two crochet designs. Comprehensive patterns are supported by extra material on the Laine website, and stunning photography and styling evokes the inspiring Nordic lifestyle and slow living.The follow up to the bestselling 52 Weeks of Socks, 52 Weeks of Scarves is destined to become another knitting classic – a book to return to again and again, not just for weeks but for years to come.Previously published in hardback as 52 Weeks of Shawls.

52 Weeks of Scrap Yarn is an inspiring collection that contains 52 scrap yarn knitting patterns ranging from small to large projects, from accessories and home decor to sweaters and cardigans. Some designs in the book are made entirely from scraps, while others incorporate them as an eye-catching design element. In addition to knitting, there are also a few crochet pieces. Working with scrap yarn is fun, rewarding, and eco-friendly: it saves money, reduces waste, and frees up space in your yarn stash! Each project is unique, adding a playful and personal touch to the making process. 52 Weeks of Scrap Yarn is the latest addition to Laine Publishing’s beloved 52 Weeks series. The patterns come from 47 talented designers from around the world, with skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced. So dive into your stash and turn those hopeful skeins, stray balls, and even the tiniest leftovers into something beautiful.

From knitting experts Laine, 52 Weeks of Socks, Vol. II is a colorful, abundant and even more versatile book on patterns than its best-selling predecessor.The patterns, contributed by a diverse group of 47 talented designers from all over the world, are clear, approachable and graded into three sizes, and are accompanied by gorgeous photography. Using a variety of different techniques and yarns, the book has something for both beginners and advanced knitters, including lace, cables, stripes, ruffles, colorwork — even a pair embellished with beads!52 Weeks of Socks, Vol. II offers even more inspiration for all sock enthusiasts. They are fun to make, quick to finish and always needed — no wonder so many knitters love socks!

52 Weeks of Socks is a modern collection of sock patterns from Nordic knitting experts Laine. What is more special than a pair of hand-knitted socks? Perfect for curling up at home on cozy winter evenings and crisp autumn mornings, or for hiking adventures over spring afternoons and summer nights, knitted socks are the ultimate small luxury. Whether they're a treat for yourself or a heartfelt gift, there's love in every stitch. Knitting is more than just knit, knit, purl. It is a feeling. This whimsical book contains a beautiful pair of socks for every week of the year. That's 52 sock patterns contributed by 46 leading knitwear designers from across the world, suitable for knitters of all abilities. Each uses different yarns and techniques, including projects with stunning stitch definition and classic slippers for beginners. From sole to toe, these easy-to-follow patterns will sweep you up with stunning photography and styling that evokes the inspiring Nordic landscape and slow living. 52 Weeks of Socks is a book to treasure and return to again and again, not just for weeks but for years to come.

There's one thing that's more important than productivity and promotion: your wellbeing. Discover how you can lead a fulfilling work life with 52 inspiring insights, one for every week.Too often, a busy and competitive work life can distract us from focusing on our wellbeing and mental health. 52 Weeks of Wellbeing is packed full of practical and accessible tips that you can incorporate into your everyday life, leaving you healthier and more fulfilled.Ryan Hopkins has vast experience of offering ground-breaking wellbeing insights and tips to individuals and organizations across the world. This book distils his insights, which are backed by psychological research and inspiring stories of success. From unconventional concepts such as Kintsugi to the power of digital detoxes, begin your journey towards a more fulfilling work life with 52 Weeks of Wellbeing.

A highly illustrated guide to simple yet effective methods for keeping horses sound, healthy, and performing their best. Over time, horses (like people) acquire postural habits, compensate for soreness and injury, and develop poor movement patterns. This limits performance ability, causes unsoundness and health issues, and ultimately undermines the horse's overall well-being.Jec Aristotle Ballou has made a name for herself advocating for the horse and providing sensible instruction in his schooling, conditioning, and care. Her bestselling books and popular clinics are designed to enable any horse person to correctly apply proven principles that bring measurable progress while avoiding boredom and confusion.In her latest collection of mounted and unmounted corrective exercises, Ballou demonstrates how we can actively work to improve the horse's posture and movement, whether he is: An active performance or pleasure mount. An aging or older horse that benefits from gentle exercise. A horse being rehabilitated following injury, illness, or lack of conditioning. Ballou's positive cross-training techniques are free of shortcuts, and her guidelines for analyzing the horse's posture and way of going help readers gain a new awareness of the equine body. Applicable for all disciplines and full of quality color photographs to explain the exercises, this is an integral collection that optimizes how the horse uses his body and helps ensure he stays sounder and healthier for more years of his life.

"Popular and prolific author and knitwear designer Kotomi Hayashi presents 55 innovative stitch designs--specifically for those who have never tried Japanese-style knitting before. These include re-imagined modern variations on traditional stitches as well as Hayashi's own innovative inventions, which incorporate influences from her travels all around the world"--]cProvided by publisher.

Let's talk about it ... Lieblingsfarben, Kleidung, Städte, Schulfächer - hier sprechen die Kinder über das, was sie interessiert - und zwar in Englisch! Über Zuhören, Nachahmen und Handeln erweitern und festigen die Kinder in den 55 motivierenden, nach Themen geordneten Spielen ihren Wortschatz. Damit es nicht zu kompliziert wird, liegen jedem Spiel einzelne Redewendungen wie etwa "What's your telephone number?" oder "I see something you don't see and it is ..." zugrunde, an denen sich die Kinder orientieren können. Auf einen Blick erkennen Sie in jeder Spielanleitung, welche Wörter und Redewendungen die Kinder jeweils üben können und welche Materialien sie dafür benötigen. Genau wie das "Fünf-Minuten-Rechnen" im Matheunterricht können Sie die "Five-Minute-Games" zum festen Bestandteil jeder Englischstunde machen - zu Beginn, zur Auflockerung zwischendurch oder als krönenden Abschluss. Auch andere Unterrichtsfächer können Sie mit den Spielen aufpeppen: Mit "One, two, oops" üben die Kinder nämlich ebenso das Einmaleins wie die englischen Zahlen. Oder, wenn es im Sachunterricht um fremde Länder geht, dann ist das Spiel "Capital cities" angesagt. Come on and play!

Do you know that questioning yourself is one of the powerful ways to unlock some hidden things about yourself that you never knew? By asking the right questions, you will unravel interesting versions of yourself.Most of us don't ask outcome-based questions such as what do I want? How can I get it? What makes me happy? Rather we ask blame frame questions such as Why is this happening to me? What is wrong with me? Why is life unfair to me?This book has been crafted with 55 unique questions you wouldn't have asked yourself in the past. Get ready for a self-exploration journey.

No one even knew they were together. Now one of them is dead. 56 DAYS AGOCiara and Oliver meet in a supermarket queue in Dublin and start dating the same week COVID-19 reaches Irish shores. 35 DAYS AGOWhen lockdown threatens to keep them apart, Oliver suggests they move in together. Ciara sees a unique opportunity for a relationship to flourish without the scrutiny of family and friends. Oliver sees a chance to hide who - and what - he really is. TODAYDetectives arrive at Oliver's apartment to discover a decomposing body inside. Can they determine what really happened, or has lockdown created an opportunity for someone to commit the perfect crime?'Compulsive, intriguing and fantastically entertaining' Liz Nugent

"No one even knew they were together. Now one of them is dead. 56 days ago: Ciara and Oliver meet in a supermarket queue in Dublin and start dating the same week COVID-19 reaches Irish shores. 35 days ago: When lockdown threatens to keep them apart, Oliver suggests they move in together. Ciara sees a unique opportunity for a relationship to flourish without the scrutiny of family and friends. Oliver sees a chance to hide who--and what--he really is. Today: Detectives arrive at Oliver's apartment to discover a decomposing body inside. Can they determine what really happened, or has lockdown created an opportunity for someone to commit the perfect crime?"--