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Like its predecessor, this second edition of Fundamental Spoken Chinese places importance on a clear, systematic, and graduated introduction to the basic grammar and vocabulary of spoken Mandarin Chinese through chapters that center on sentence patterns and vocabulary rather than social functions or activities....

Like its predecessor, the second edition of Fundamental Written Chinese places importance on a clear, systematic, and graduated introduction to written Mandarin. The authors continue the tradition of separating the teaching of written and oral skills, leaving the instruction of vocabulary and grammar exclusively...

Like its predecessor, the second edition of Fundamental Written Chinese places importance on a clear, systematic, and graduated introduction to written Mandarin. The authors continue the tradition of separating the teaching of written and oral skills, leaving the instruction of vocabulary and grammar exclusively...

The West is a place of reverence that will reinvigorate one's soul. Go West, wherever that is for you. Further West and Fireweed takes your hand and pulls. From desert to mountain to tundra to sea, it roams through whimsical storytelling and tenderness, chronicling...

Academic scholars and professionals are currently grappling with hurdles in optimizing diagnostic processes, as traditional methodologies prove insufficient in managing the intricate and voluminous nature of medical data. The diverse range of imaging techniques, spanning from endoscopy to magnetic resonance imaging, necessitates a more...

The Epistle to Galatians, written by St. Paul, is a fascinating letter that discusses the complex themes and issues that the early church Christians faced. Throughout this Epistle, Paul discusses his apostolic authority, the Old Covenant and New Covenant, the work of the Holy...

God's love and life's hardships are evident in our backyard gardens. From the transformation of seeds, through battles with weeds, to the use of the fruit, gardens are an apt metaphor for the Christian life. Betsy Davies walks us through the seasons and the...

Learn how to treat your front yard like a backyard without sacrificing beauty, from choosing the right plants to building walkways and setting up a front yard patio. In Gardening Your Front Yard, author Tara Nolan (Raised Bed Revolution) of SavvyGardening.com uses her unique...

A collection of moments in time. From a desperation for escape to hopefulness and healing, this book offers a glimpse into the experiences through which I've lived. It's my attempt at connecting through the challenges and struggles faced while sharing the odd enchantment I...

"Gehring remains supreme in film comedy scholarship" - Choice"I find myself always drawn into Wes' comedic research and storytelling by its insights into history, politics and sociology of the period explored. In that context, his gift is not only that of a researcher but...

For generations, the lives of the respected Hunter and McLauren families have been woven into the fabric of the rural Alabama community. Six-year-old Annabelle, the youngest member of this extended family, is the most vulnerable. Although she is surrounded by loving family members, all...

Canvasing a range of materials that include early tales of exemplarity, medieval song lyrics, Ming-Qing poetry and plucked rhymes, twentieth century writings about revolutionaries, opera stars, missionaries, and contemporary fiction, this volume illustrates the discourse and representation of friendship in which women gain agency...

This book is based on a transcript of 14 lectures given by Alfred Korzybski at Olivet College in 1937. This 4th Edition has a newly added Foreword and Index by Corey Anton. General Semantics Seminar 1937 represents Korzybski's most accessible introduction to the discipline...

Begin your generative AI journey with Python as you explore large language models, understand responsible generative AI practices, and apply your knowledge to real-world applications through guided tutorialsKey Features: - Gain expertise in prompt engineering, LLM fine-tuning, and domain adaptation- Use transformers-based LLMs and...

Discover the power of speaking Gen Z with "Gen Z Dictionary: The A-Z Slang Guide to Decoding, Understanding and Speaking the Gen Z Language with Common Emojis."Unlock the key to connecting with today's youth and staying relevant in today's fast-paced world. Become fluent in...

This concise and clear book provides actionable solutions to every manager's and leader's newest problem: How to work effectively with Gen Z employees.Employee disengagement is a problem for businesses around the globe, with 85% of employees actively disengaged from their work. By 2025, Gen...

This textbook provides a history of modern Germany, locating the country's social, cultural, and political developments within their proper global and transnational context. The author argues that most developments in German culture, society, and politics throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries were caused by...

Create your own blueprint for creativity in the pages of this journal pulsing with the style and flavor of hip-hop's beats, rhymes, and life--designed by an award-winning music journalist, writing professor, and media coach. The classic feel of your composition notebook, upscaled to align...

HORSESHOE GAME - Hate being outdoors? Us too. That's why we created this smaller version of horseshoes that's specifically designed to play indoors-making it perfect for a high-class party. HOW TO PLAY - Rules are simple: Throw the horseshoe and try to make it...

Ginger Giraffe, a passionate watermelon enthusiast, embarks on a captivating cruise adventure with her beloved cousins. Initially apprehensive about the availability of her cherished fruit on the voyage, Ginger is overjoyed to discover a watermelon haven awaiting her. From refreshing watermelon juice to delectable...