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With dazzling wit and astonishing insight, Bill Brysonthe acclaimed author of The Lost Continentbrilliantly explores the remarkable history, eccentricities, resilience and sheer fun of the English language. From the first descent of the larynx into the throat (why you can talk but your dog can't), to the fine lost art of swearing, Bryson tells the fascinating, often uproarious story of an inadequate, second-rate tongue of peasants that developed into...
7) The odyssey
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 10.3 - AR Pts: 24
Language
English
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The epic poem recounting the experiences of Odysseus during his return from the Trojan War.
A new translation of the epic poem, and the first by a woman, brings alive Homer's tale of shipwrecks, monsters, and magic, and provides an introductory overview of the poem's major themes, controversial origin, and the scope of its influence.
A New York Times Notable Book of 2018 "Wilson’s language is fresh, unpretentious and lean…It is rare to find...
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Avalon Travel
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Bonjour! From ordering steak frites in Paris to making new friends in Nice, it helps to speak some of the native tongue in France. Rick Steves offers well-tested French words and phrases that come in handy in a variety of situations. Inside you'll find: Helpful phrases for everyday circumstances, complete with phonetic spelling An English-French and French-English dictionary Tips for small talk and local lingo with Rick's signature sense of humor...
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Carolrhoda Books
Pub. Date
c2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Rhyming text and illustrations of comical cats present numerous examples of adjectives, from "hairy, scary, cool, and ordinary" to "tan and tall," "funny, frisky, smooth, and small."
18) Belfast noir
Publisher
Akashic Books
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Lee Child, Eoin McNamee, and others explore the dark corners and alleyways of Belfast.
Reflecting a city still divided, Belfast Noir serves as a record of a city transitioning to normalcy, or perhaps as a warning that underneath the fragile peace darker forces still lurk.
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Publisher
Flatiron Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
A recipe collection that celebrates home cooking offers recipes that are simple to prepare and feature new ingredients to enrich classic flavors and tastes, including such dishes as parmesan French toast, meatballs with orzo, and apple pork chops.
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