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iTunes Store: Top 25 Books in Reference 2024-09-01

Olly Richards - Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners artwork Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners
Read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn Spanish the fun way!
Olly Richards
Genre: Spanish Language Studies
Price: $7.99
Publish Date: October 04, 2018
Publisher: John Murray Press
Seller: Hachette Digital, Inc.

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners. "I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for Numbers Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when reading. What does this book give you? · Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making reading fun, while you learn a wide range of new vocabulary · Controlled language at your level, including the 1000 most frequent words, to help you progress confidently · Authentic spoken dialogues, to help you learn conversational expressions and improve your speaking ability · Pleasure! It's much easier to learn a new language when you're having fun, and research shows that if you're enjoying reading in a foreign language, you won't experience the usual feelings of frustration - 'It's too hard!' 'I don't understand!' · Accessible grammar so you learn new structures naturally, in a stress-free way Carefully curated to make learning a new language easy, these stories include key features that will support and consolidate your progress, including · A glossary for bolded words in each text · A bilingual word list · Full plot summary · Comprehension questions after each chapter. As a result, you will be able to focus on enjoying reading, delighting in your improved range of vocabulary and grasp of the language, without ever feeling overwhelmed or frustrated. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners will make learning Spanish easy and enjoyable.



Daily Books - The Tattooist of Auschwitz: A Novel by Heather Morris artwork The Tattooist of Auschwitz: A Novel by Heather Morris
Daily Books
Genre: Study Aids
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: October 16, 2018
Publisher: DB
Seller: Pay Per Talk, Inc

The Tattooist of Auschwitz: A Novel by Heather Morris: Conversation Starters Lale Sokolov was 26 when the Nazis came to his hometown in Slovakia to take the men away. When he arrived at Auschwitz, he was given the identity number 32407. A fellow prisoner, a French man named Pepan, took care of him and eventually made him his assistant as a tattooer, or a tetovierer. Eventually, he was assigned as the head tattooist in the camp due to his knowledge of many languages. He met a young girl, the 18-year old Gita, whose arm he tattooed as she braved the pain. Her tattoo number was 34902. He fell in love with her that day. Despite the harrowing conditions, Lale believed that he would survive prison camp. Gita, however, was less hopeful. Will Lale and Gita survive Auschwitz? The Tattooist of Auschwitz will soon be an international drama series, with the British Synchronicity Films as producer. The film version is targeted to be released in January 2020 in time for the 75th anniversary of the Auschwitz liberation. A Brief Look Inside:    EVERY GOOD BOOK CONTAINS A WORLD FAR DEEPER than the surface of its pages. The characters and their world come alive,  and the characters and its world still live on.  Conversation Starters is peppered with questions designed to bring us beneath the surface of the page and invite us into the world that lives on.    These questions can be used to create hours of conversation:   • Foster a deeper understanding of the book • Promote an atmosphere of discussion for groups • Assist in the study of the book, either individually or corporately • Explore unseen realms of the book as never seen before   Disclaimer : This book you are about to enjoy is an independent resource to supplement the original book, enhancing your experience . If you have not yet purchased a copy of the original book, please do before purchasing this unofficial Conversation Starters .   Download your copy now on sale Read it on your PC, Mac, iOS or Android smartphone, tablet devices.



Collins Dictionaries - Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus Essential artwork Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus Essential
Collins Dictionaries
Genre: Dictionaries & Thesauruses
Price: $9.99
Publish Date: September 09, 2021
Publisher: Intangible Press
Seller: Bookwire Gesellschaft zum Vertrieb digitaler Medien mbH

<p>The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use.</p> <p>The perfect word reference for daily use. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, <i>Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus Essential</i> offers all the words and alternatives you might need.</p> <p>Matching dictionary and thesaurus entries are shown together for easy reference, with synonyms clearly marked and matched with the pertinent sense of the word. Helpful example sentences provide context to understand words in actual use. With the built-in Search Index, you can use your e-reading app's search to jump to the desired entry, and the clear layout ensures you can quickly grasp the information you need.</p>



Syd Field - Screenplay artwork Screenplay
The Foundations of Screenwriting
Syd Field
Genre: Reference
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: June 10, 1984
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group
Seller: Penguin Random House Canada

Hollywood’s script guru teaches you how to write a screenplay in “the ‘bible’ of screenwriting” ( The New York Times )—now celebrating forty years of screenwriting success! Syd Field’s books on the essential structure of emotionally satisfying screenplays have ignited lucrative careers in film and television since 1979. In this revised edition of his premiere guide, the underpinnings of successful onscreen narratives are revealed in clear and encouraging language that will remain wise and practical as long as audiences watch stories unfold visually—from hand-held devices to IMAX to virtual reality . . . and whatever comes next.    As the first person to articulate common structural elements unique to successful movies, celebrated producer, lecturer, teacher and bestselling author Syd Field has gifted us a classic text. From concept to character, from opening scene to finished script, here are fundamental guidelines to help all screenwriters—novices and Oscar-winners—hone their craft and sell their work.    In  Screenplay , Syd Field can help you discover: • Why the first ten pages of every script are crucial to keeping professional readers’ interest • How to visually “grab” these influential readers from page one, word one  • Why structure and character are the basic components of all narrative screenplays • How to adapt a novel, a play, or an article into a saleable script • Tips on protecting your work—three ways to establish legal ownership of screenplays • Vital insights on writing authentic dialogue, crafting memorable characters, building strong yet flexible storylines (form, not formula), overcoming writer's block, and much more   Syd Field is revered as the original master of screenplay story structure, and this guide continues to be the industry’s gold standard for learning the foundations of screenwriting.



U.S. Department of the Army - U.S. Army Ranger Handbook artwork U.S. Army Ranger Handbook
U.S. Department of the Army
Genre: Reference
Price: $2.99
Publish Date: July 02, 2010
Publisher: Double Dog Studios, LLC
Seller: Double Dog Studios, LLC

Army Rangers specialize in airborne assault, raids, recovery of personnel and equipment, and airfield seizure, among other difficult and dangerous missions. The U.S. Army Ranger Handbook app offers the techniques and tactics used by Rangers everyday. This ebook provides Rangers the best advice possible. This manual covers deception, stealth, communications, escape and evasion, ambush operations, booby traps, demolitions perimeter defense, counterintelligence, and much more. This manual was designed so Rangers could easily carry it into the field. Now it is the ultimate resource for anyone who wants to know how Rangers think and work. Chapters include:     * Leadership     * Operations     * Fire Support     * Movement     * Patrolling     * Battle Drills     * Communications     * Army Aviation     * Waterborne Operations     * Military Mountaineering     * Evasion/Survival     * First Aid     * Demolitions     * Urban Operations The Army Rangers are the best soldiers in the world. The U.S. Army Ranger Handbook is the ultimate resource for anyone who wants to know how Rangers think and work.



Theodore Kendris - 201 French Phrases You Need to Know Flashcards artwork 201 French Phrases You Need to Know Flashcards
Theodore Kendris
Genre: French Language Studies
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: January 26, 2021
Publisher: Barrons Educational Services
Seller: Simon & Schuster Canada

Barron’s 201 French Phrases You Need to Know Flashcards offer the most common phrases in color-coded categories, including greetings, questions, feelings and emotions, well wishes, activities and hobbies, and weather.  The flashcards present: • The French phrase with phonetic pronunciation  • The English translation with a photo  • Highlights for different usage and alternate phrasing • Pronunciation guidance • Verb conjugations • Pronouns • Numbers • And more Digital flashcard features: • Access anywhere: study on all devices, including mobile--available online and offline • Flip functionality: a simple click flips cards from front to back • Random select: review cards in a random order rather than sequentially Studying each phrase through visualization and association will increase memory retention--helping you learn and speak French quickly!  



dailyBooks - The Cuban Affair: A Novel by Nelson DeMille: Conversation Starters artwork The Cuban Affair: A Novel by Nelson DeMille: Conversation Starters
dailyBooks
Genre: Study Aids
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: February 02, 2017
Publisher: DB
Seller: Pay Per Talk, Inc

The Cuban Affair: A Novel by Nelson DeMille: Conversation Starters In “The Cuban Affair”, readers are introduced to a fascinating new character whose humor and sharp wit keeps him safe in the midst of a modern-day treasure hunt. A U.S. Army veteran, Daniel “Mac” MacCormick is the owner of a charter boat whose financial security is as weak as his history is strong. While being drafted to transport two mysterious individuals, Mac finds himself embroiled in an attempt to retrieve sixty million American dollars from Cuba. Nelson DeMille’s “The Cuban Affair” adds to his repertoire of over twenty novels and explores a new, fast-paced premise. Praised as “authentic and real” by the Associated Press, this thrilling mystery combines humor and action in an explosive narrative. A Brief Look Inside:   EVERY GOOD BOOK CONTAINS A WORLD FAR DEEPER than the surface of its pages. The characters and their world come alive,  and the characters and its world still live on.  Conversation Starters is peppered with questions designed to bring us beneath the surface of the page and invite us into the world that lives on.  These questions can be used to.. Create Hours of Conversation: • Foster a deeper understanding of the book • Promote an atmosphere of discussion for groups • Assist in the study of the book, either individually or corporately • Explore unseen realms of the book as never seen before Disclaimer : This book you are about to enjoy is an independent resource to supplement the original book, enhancing your experience . If you have not yet purchased a copy of the original book, please do before purchasing this unofficial Conversation Starters . Download your copy today for a Limited Time  Read it on your PC, Mac, iOS or Android smartphone, tablet devices.



Milkyway Media - Summary of Esther Perel’s The State of Affairs by Milkyway Media artwork Summary of Esther Perel’s The State of Affairs by Milkyway Media
Milkyway Media
Genre: Study Aids
Price: $5.99
Publish Date: September 04, 2018
Publisher: Milkyway Media
Seller: Milkyway Media

The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity (2017) by sex and relationship expert Esther Perel is an examination of unfaithfulness in romantic relationships—what it is, why it happens, and how different cultures handle it—as well as an exploration of what affairs can teach all lovers about healthy relationships. Perel takes a non-judgmental approach to the motivations of the cheater and the outside lover, as well as to the contributions of the betrayed partner to the relationship crisis.. Purchase this in-depth summary to learn more.



Elena Artemeva - Complete CELPIP Preparation Guide: A Detailed Overview of the CELPIP artwork Complete CELPIP Preparation Guide: A Detailed Overview of the CELPIP
Elena Artemeva
Genre: Study Aids
Price: $13.99
Publish Date: September 25, 2023
Publisher: Elena Artemeva
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

This guide provides information and strategies necessary to get the desired score on the CELPIP test. Whether you're aiming for higher scores in the CELPIP-General or CELPIP-General LS test, this book has you covered. Key features of this guide include: Thorough Content Coverage: The book delves deep into each component of the CELPIP test, including Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. It offers detailed explanations and examples to help you build proficiency.Expert Tips and Test-taking Strategies: they will boost your confidence and efficiency during the CELPIP test.Comprehensive Answer Explanations: Detailed explanations for each practice question help you understand the correct answers and improve your skills.Speaking and Writing Tasks: Special attention is given to the speaking and writing tasks, which are often challenging for test-takers. This guide provides step-by-step guidance on how to excel in these sections.Time Management Techniques: Learn how to manage your time effectively during the test to ensure you can complete all sections within the allotted time.Scoring Strategies: Gain insights into how the CELPIP test is scored, and discover ways to maximize your score in each section. Whether you are a beginner seeking to establish a strong foundation or an advanced learner aiming for top scores, the "Complete CELPIP Preparation Guide" is an indispensable companion on your journey to CELPIP success. It will help you achieve your desired scores and open doors to your future in Canada. This guide is highly recommended for immigrants, students, professionals, and anyone preparing to take the CELPIP test to fulfill their academic or career aspirations in Canada.



Manik Joshi - Dictionary of Literary Words: Vocabulary Building artwork Dictionary of Literary Words: Vocabulary Building
English Word Power, no. 7
Manik Joshi
Genre: Dictionaries & Thesauruses
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: June 26, 2014
Publisher: Manik Joshi
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

WHAT ARE “LITERARY WORDS”? ‘Literary words’ are associated with literature. ‘Literary words’ are typical of a work of literature and imaginative writing. ‘Literary words’ are used with a particular meaning, in narrative, drama, poetry and other writing in a literary manner. This book has been divided into three sections: Section 01: Common Literary Words Section 02: Figurative Use of the Words Section 03: Glossary of Literary Terms IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE -- A: ELEVATED WORDS Use of an ‘Elevated’ Word in Place of a ‘Simple’ Word ‘Elevated language’ is widely used in literature. Elevated Word -- a word that is used to show a high intellectual level Simple Word -- a word that is used to keep the conversation simple in daily life Example 1: ‘Behold’ [elevated word] | ‘See’ [simple word] Meaning of ‘behold’ and ‘see’: to become aware of something by using your eyes Example 2: ‘Blithe’ [elevated word] | ‘Happy’ [simple word] Meaning of ‘blithe’ and ‘happy’: showing or feeling pleasure ****** NOTE -- B: FIGURATIVE USE OF THE WORDS Many words and phrases are used in a different (literary) way from their usual (literal) meanings to produce a special effect. [I have put these words together in Section-2 (figurative use of the words) of this book.] Example-1: ache: In a general sense -- to feel a continuous pain His leg ached because of injury. ache: In a literary sense -- to be very sad His false accusations made our hearts ache. [= made us sad] Example-2: Flash: In a general sense -- to shine brightly for a few moments The camera flashed once. Flash: In a literary sense -- to suddenly show a strong emotion Their eyes flashed with horror. ****** NOTE -- C: ‘LITERARY TERMS’ There are many words that are used to describe a particular form of writing in a literary work or used in the analysis, discussion, classification, and criticism of a literary work. [I have defined these terms in Section-3 (glossary of literary terms) of this book.] Examples: catharsis -- the process of releasing strong feelings through artistic activities diction -- the choice and use of words to create a specific effect in a literary work epithet -- a word or expression used to attribute a special quality to somebody/something genre -- a particular category, style or type to which a literary wok belongs holograph -- a handwritten piece of writing by its author idyll -- a poem that describes a peaceful and happy scene juvenilia -- a literary work produced by an artist, in his/her youth melodrama -- a literary work that is full of exciting and exaggerated events or emotions opera -- a dramatic work where a majority of the words are sung to music panegyric -- a speech or written composition that praises somebody/something prosody -- the patterns of rhythms and sounds in poetry quatrain -- a verse of a poem that has four lines refrain -- a line or number of lines of a song or poem that is repeated after each verse scene -- one of the small sections within an act (a major division) of a play semantic -- relating to the meaning of words and sentences trilogy -- a set of three books, plays, movies, etc. on the same characters or subject figure of speech -- an expression in which a word or phrase represents one thing in terms of something dissimilar (non-literal) to create a particular effect in somebody’s mind, or in which an emphasis is produced by patterns of sound. [Some common figures of speech are as follows -- alliteration, anaphora, antistrophe. apostrophe, assonance, consonance, hyperbole, irony, litotes, metaphor, metonymy, periphrasis, personification, simile, synecdoche]



Theodore Kendris - 201 French Words You Need to Know Flashcards artwork 201 French Words You Need to Know Flashcards
Theodore Kendris
Genre: French Language Studies
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: January 26, 2021
Publisher: Barrons Educational Services
Seller: Simon & Schuster Canada

Learn the 201 most common French words anywhere, anytime with this digital format that enhances memorization! Barron’s 201 French Words You Need to Know Flashcards offer the most common words in color-coded categories, including nouns, verbs, adverbs, adjectives, prepositions, and tricky words. Each flashcard presents: • The French word with phonetic pronunciation  • The English translation with a photo  • A translated sample sentence to provide the word in context. • Pronunciation guidance • Verb conjugations • Pronouns • Numbers • And more Digital flashcard features: • Access anywhere: study on all devices, including mobile--available online and offline • Flip functionality: a simple click flips cards from front to back • Random select: review cards in a random order rather than sequentially Studying each word through visualization and association will increase memory retention--helping you learn and speak French quickly!



Christopher Kendris & Theodore Kendris - 501 French Verbs, Ninth Edition artwork 501 French Verbs, Ninth Edition
Christopher Kendris & Theodore Kendris
Genre: French Language Studies
Price: $15.99
Publish Date: August 06, 2024
Publisher: Barrons Educational Services
Seller: Simon & Schuster Canada

Choose Barron’s for language learning--a trusted resource for over 50 years! This edition of 501 French Verbs provides language learners with fingertip access to a carefully curated selection of the 501 most common French 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 • A concise grammar review for easy reference • The popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the trickiest French verbs •Over 2,800 additional verbs conjugated like the 501 models Online content includes: • Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciation • Listening comprehension • Four practice quizzes with automated scoring and answers  



Tom Chatfield - Critical Thinking : Your Guide to Effective Argument, Successful Analysis and Independent Study artwork Critical Thinking : Your Guide to Effective Argument, Successful Analysis and Independent Study
Tom Chatfield
Genre: Reference
Price: $27.99
Publish Date: April 12, 2022
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Seller: Gardners Books Ltd

What is critical thinking? How do you apply it in your assessments? How do you build a good argument or find evidence? Critical thinking is a set of techniques. You just need to learn them.This is your personal toolkit for demystifying critical thinking. Clear and focused, it shows you how to sharpen your ability to think critically by developing and honing your skills. You'll learn how to: Build a solid argument and express your ideas clearly Evaluate evidence and identify errors Understand and account for biased or flawed thinking Become a savvy user of technology Sift through the deluge of digital information Develop confident critical writing.Designed to work with a power pack of digital resources and exercises, you'²ll find practical and effective tools to think and write critically in an information-saturated age. Whether you'²re starting your first degree or arriving as an international or mature student, this book equips you with the skills, insights and confidence to succeed.This second edition has been redesigned and fine-tuned with a focus on accessibility: with a new and improved layout to improve the eBook experience, and updated language, examples and further reading recommendations throughout.



Quick Reads - Summary of The Real Anthony Fauci artwork Summary of The Real Anthony Fauci
Bill Gates, Big Pharma, and the Global War on Democracy and Public Health (Children’s Health Defense) by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Get The Key Ideas Quickly
Quick Reads
Genre: Study Aids
Price: $5.99
Publish Date: January 10, 2023
Publisher: Quick Reads
Seller: StreetLib Srl

The Real Anthony Fauci is a behind-the-scenes look at "America's Doctor, " documenting his experiments on animals as well as young Hispanic and Black kids on welfare. The Real Anthony Fauci is a behind-the-scenes look at "America's Doctor," documenting his experiments on animals as well as young Hispanic and Black kids on welfare. The Real Anthony Fauci also reveals how "America's Doctor" launched his career during the early AIDS crisis by partnering with pharmaceutical companies to sabotage safe and effective off-patent therapeutic treatments for AIDS. Fauci orchestrated fraudulent studies, and then pressured US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulators into approving a deadly chemotherapy treatment he had good reason to know was worthless against AIDS. "This book provides a startling, nightmare-inducing history of failed public health initiatives, not to add the enormous waste of taxpayer's funds that supported awful and brutal experiments. This is the SUMMARY of the book, The Real Anthony Fauci: Bill Gates, Big Pharma, and the Global War on Democracy and Public Health (Children’s Health Defense) by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., which in no way intends to displace the original work but offers the following: * An in-depth analysis of the book * An efficiently written work that conveys the authors' message in a reader-friendly manner . * A sufficient synopsis of the author's main ideas . These and many more can be found in this little book of immeasurable value!  If you want to discover all the information provided above in detail, then click on the buy now button to Order your copy now!. --------- DISCLAIMER This book is an unofficial summary and analysis of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s book, The Real Anthony Fauci: Bill Gates, Big Pharma, and the Global War on Democracy and Public Health, which should be read in conjunction with the original work, not as a substitute. This content is solely the responsibility of Quick Reads, which is not affiliated with the original author in any way.



Russell Ash - Top 10 of Britain artwork Top 10 of Britain
250 quintessentially British lists
Russell Ash
Genre: Reference
Price: $6.99
Publish Date: May 05, 2009
Publisher: Octopus
Seller: Hachette Digital, Inc.

From the bestselling author of "Hamlyn's Top 10 of Everything" series comes a special collection of 250 unique lists that observe of the idiosyncrasies of our Isles and encompass everything British. Discover hundreds of essential, intriguing and bizarre facts about your country's most iconic subjects, including: the 10 most produced plays by Shakespeare; 10 defunct British national holidays; the 10 longest seaside piers; the 10 lowest-scoring UK Eurovision entries; the 10 latest winners of the World Conker Championships; the 10 first performed Gilbert & Sullivan operas; the Top 10 singles of all time banned by the BBC; 10 unusual British laws; the Top 10 Tesco's lines; the 10 latest winners of the Pub of the Year award ...plus 240 other fascinating lists in this at-a-glance guide to what makes Britain great.



Kurtuluş Öztopçu, Ph.D. - Elementary Turkish   artwork Elementary Turkish
A Complete Course for Beginners
Kurtuluş Öztopçu, Ph.D.
Genre: Foreign Languages
Price: $72.99
Publish Date: May 05, 2015
Publisher: Sanat Kitabevi
Seller: Fatma A. Oztopcu

Elementary Turkish is a beginning-intermediate level course for learners of Turkish. Multi-skills syllabus on which the course is based integrates structural, functional, lexical, phonological, situational, thematic, and cultural syllabi. The book has been adopted as a textbook at more than 35 universities in the U.S. and abroad. The book includes Turkish-English and English-Turkish glossaries. It can be used in a classroom setting or as self-study aid.



Bryn Donovan - MASTER LISTS FOR WRITERS artwork MASTER LISTS FOR WRITERS
Thesauruses, Plots, Character Traits, Names, and More
Bryn Donovan
Genre: Writing Reference
Price: $6.99
Publish Date: October 25, 2015
Publisher: Munds Park Publishing
Seller: Bryn Donovan

Get inspired...stay inspired.  Write faster...write more!  MASTER LISTS FOR WRITERS makes “show, don’t tell” much easier and helps you figure out your story more quickly. In this book, you’ll find:  • lists of phrases for describing facial expressions, body language, gestures, physical appearance, and emotions  • 175 master plot ideas, including romance, high-stakes, family, and workplace stories  • lists of words for writing action scenes and love scenes  • inspiration for figuring out character traits and quirks, backstories, occupations, motivations, and goals  • lists for describing settings and writing dialogue  • lists of good character names for contemporary stories...plus medieval England, Regency England, Wild West, and WWII settings  • and more!  Whether you’re writing novels or short fiction, screenwriting, or any other kind of storytelling, MASTER LISTS FOR WRITERS is a rich source of inspiration you’ll turn to again and again.  This book contains adult language.



Edward Brooke-Hitching - The Madman's Library artwork The Madman's Library
The Strangest Books, Manuscripts and Other Literary Curiosities from History
Edward Brooke-Hitching
Genre: Reference
Price: $26.99
Publish Date: July 21, 2021
Publisher: Chronicle Books LLC
Seller: Chronicle Books LLC

This fascinating and bizarre collection compiles the most unusual, obscure books from the far reaches of the human imagination throughout history. From the author of the critically acclaimed bestsellers The Phantom Atlas and The Sky Atlas comes a unique and beautifully illustrated journey through the history of literature. The Madman's Library delves into its darkest territories to hunt down the oddest books and manuscripts ever written, uncovering the intriguing stories behind their creation. From the Qur'an written in the blood of Saddam Hussein, to the gorgeously decorated fifteenth-century lawsuit filed by the Devil against Jesus, to the most enormous book ever created, The Madman's Library features many long forgotten, eccentric, and extraordinary volumes gathered from around the world. Books written in blood and books that kill, books of the insane and books that hoaxed the globe, books invisible to the naked eye and books so long they could destroy the Universe, books worn into battle and books of code and cypher whose secrets remain undiscovered. Spell books, alchemist scrolls, wearable books, edible books, books to summon demons, books written by ghosts, and more all come together in the most curiously strange library imaginable. Featuring hundreds of remarkable images and packed with entertaining facts and stories to discover, The Madman’s Library is a captivating compendium perfect for bibliophiles, literature enthusiasts, and collectors intrigued by bizarre oddities, obscure history, and the macabre. • MUST-HAVE FOR BOOKLOVERS: Anyone who appreciates a good read will love delving into this weird world of books and adding this collection to their own bookshelf. • DISCOVER SOMETHING TRULY UNIQUE: The Madman's Library will let you in on the secret and obscure histories of the strangest books ever made. • EXPERT AUTHOR: Edward Brooke-Hitching is the son of an antiquarian book dealer, a lifelong rare book collector, and a master of taking visual deep dives into unusual historical subjects, such as the maps of imaginary geography in The Phantom Atlas or ancient pathways through the stars in The Sky Atlas .



D Brewer - The 72 Demon Sigils, Seals and Symbols of the Lesser Key of Solomon, a Pocket Reference Book artwork The 72 Demon Sigils, Seals and Symbols of the Lesser Key of Solomon, a Pocket Reference Book
D Brewer
Genre: Reference
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: March 30, 2020
Publisher: Lulu.com
Seller: Lulu Enterprises, Inc.

The 72 Demon Sigils, Seals and Symbols of the Lesser Key of Solomon is a unique and comprehensive reference book, detailing magical symbols and seals relating to King Solomon, and the sigils of each of the 72 demons, in rank order, with their individual descriptions and powers, presented in a simple, easy to read manner, perfect for those new to the subject. Discover the ornate seals and magical properties of the symbols believed over the years to provide power to those who understand how to use them to conjure and command demons.



Steven Walryns - Fitbit Charge Advanced 5: A Complete Guide From Beginner Top Advanced Level artwork Fitbit Charge Advanced 5: A Complete Guide From Beginner Top Advanced Level
Steven Walryns
Genre: Reference Manuals
Price: $20.99
Publish Date: May 14, 2023
Publisher: Silverstarz
Seller: Greenlights Publishing

Fitbit's most recent activity tracker is the Charge 5 Advanced. It provides a number of resources to help you stay inspired and on track to reach your fitness goals. Among the many metrics it can record are your heart rate, number of steps taken, and energy used. Because of its user-friendly color touchscreen interface. Because of its long battery life and waterproof design, the Fitbit Charge 5 Advanced is a top-notch fitness tracker. The goal of the app is to help you maintain your fitness routine and activity levels. It records your heart rate and sleep patterns continuously for up to seven days on a single charge. It also contains a variety of sensors to keep tabs on your activity, calorie burn, mileage, and more. The Fitbit Charge 5 Advanced, with its sleek design and user-friendly interface, is a great choice for anybody who wants to lead a healthier life.



Adeline Lesot - Bescherelle - L'essentiel : le tout-en-un de la langue française artwork Bescherelle - L'essentiel : le tout-en-un de la langue française
Tout-en-un sur la langue française
Adeline Lesot
Genre: French Language Studies
Price: $18.99
Publish Date: June 20, 2018
Publisher: Hatier
Seller: Hachette Livre

Un ouvrage de référence qui répond à toutes les questions qu'on peut se poser au quotidien sur le bon usage du français. Un tout-en-un en cinq parties •  La grammaire pour connaître toutes les notions grammaticales : la nature et la fonction des mots, les différentes propositions... •  L'orthographe pour résoudre les principales difficultés orthographiques : former le pluriel des mots, faire les accords qui conviennent... •  La conjugaison pour maîtriser toutes les particularités des formes verbales, ainsi que l’emploi des temps et des modes. •  Le vocabulaire pour enrichir et varier ses phrases : éviter les contresens, distinguer les mots de sens proches, choisir le mot juste... •  L'expression pour améliorer son style à l'écrit comme à l'oral : éviter les fautes de construction, s’exprimer avec logique, éviter les mots superflus... Un ouvrage pour tous •  Bescherelle, L'essentiel est destiné à tous ceux – élèves, étudiants et adultes – qui veulent améliorer leur expression orale et écrite. •  Rédigées dans un langage simple, les explications sont illustrées par plus de 5  000 exemples. L'ouvrage propose également des exercices et des quiz pour vérifier ses connaissances. •  Des index détaillés, à la fin de l’ouvrage, permettent de retrouver immédiatement la réponse à la question qu’on se pose.



David E. Edey - Executor Help artwork Executor Help
How to Settle an Estate Pick an Executor and Avoid Family Fights
David E. Edey
Genre: Reference
Price: $12.99
Publish Date: August 19, 2021
Publisher: FriesenPress
Seller: FriesenPress Inc

David Edey wants to save you a lot of trouble! In this self-help book he clearly, concisely, and repeatedly explains why it is important that every individual appoint an executor of their estate; what it means to be an executor of an estate; and how having a knowledgeable and responsible executor can help ensure a family’s wealth, welfare, health, and future happiness. The book is filled with advice, tips, and many real-life examples demonstrating what can go wrong (and what can go right), depending on whether or not families plan accordingly in advance, communicate clearly with one another, and are willing to put petty and selfish differences aside. No one likes talking about death and inheritances before they absolutely have to, but as Edey learned from personal experience, having these conversations earlier, rather than later, will save a lot of time and money, alleviate a ton of stress and ill feeling, and ensure that the deceased’s wishes are properly and efficiently carried out.



Frédéric Bibard - Learn French with Stories artwork Learn French with Stories
7 Short Stories for Beginner and Intermediate Students
Frédéric Bibard
Genre: Foreign Languages
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: April 21, 2015
Publisher: Talk in French
Seller: Lingohabit C Corp

A rewarding and effective method of learning French. If you cannot easily visit a French speaking country and immerse yourself in the French language, reading is one of your best alternatives.  A painless and effective way to absorb the French Language. Reading has long been proven to be one of the most effective ways of learning a foreign language. By studying in this way, you should be able to improve your French without the monotonous chore of memorising grammar. These eBooks cover a diverse range of grammatical structures (description, casual conversation, useful vocabulary).  No dictionary necessary Each story is broken down - with French and English Glossary.  “Même si Laura est trop mauvaise cuisinière, et qu’elle  est habituée à se nourrir uniquement de surgelés. Elle ne souhaite pas rater l’occasion de revoir toute sa famille. Elle réfléchit beaucoup mais ne trouve pas de solution.”  est habitué = get used  se nourrir = feed  uniquement = only  surgelés = frozen food  rater l’occasion = miss the opportunity  réfléchit = think  The text has been specially adapted for use on the iPad and iPhone. No painful back and forth process of continually searching for definitions or translation.  Recommended for beginner and intermediate level learners of French. However, a basic understanding of French would be highly recommended to achieve maximum enjoyment and effectiveness. Perfect for anyone who wants to brush up their French language skills.  Improve your listening. Practice your pronunciation and your listening with the MP3! (70 minutes/ read by a French Native Speaker).  Never forget the vocabulary again. A vocabulary list recap appears at the end of each chapter. You can review your study and make sure that you don’t forget any essential French words.  Progress in your writing too. We encourage you to make your own summary to reinforce the learning process. A sample summary is provided for each story. Write and compare. (though it’s totally optional)  Useful vocabulary for everyday situations: 7 stories about Travelling, Cooking, Shopping, Love, School, Relationships, Cinema.  Technical detail : • 700 words expressions in French translated in English. • MP3 (70 minutes in total) • Story Length: 15 000 words (Equivalent of a 60 page book) By the time you’ve finished this eBook, you will have picked up 600 new words, learned some colloquial French, some new grammar, and improved your French listening skills (thanks to the MP3). Whether you are about to visit France or are just learning French for pleasure, you’ll be able to apply the vocabulary used in this eBook to make your French sound more natural.



Penguin Books Ltd - Penguin Modern Classics artwork Penguin Modern Classics
The Complete List
Penguin Books Ltd
Genre: Reference
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: February 15, 2011
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Seller: Penguin Books Limited

'A classic is a book which has never exhausted all it has to say to its readers' from Why Read the Classics? by Italo Calvino Penguin Modern Classics have been shaping the reading habits of generations since 1961. This 50th anniversary catalogue offers a complete list of all the titles in print across the Modern Classics list, from Chinua Achebe to Stefan Zweig via George Orwell and everything else in between. It also contains Italo Calvino's inspiring essay on what makes a classic a classic.



Eton Institute - French Phrasebook artwork French Phrasebook
Eton Institute
Genre: Foreign Languages
Price: $2.99
Publish Date: August 02, 2011
Publisher: Eton Institute
Seller: Eton Institute

Speak French instantly! Easy to follow; perfect for beginners Over 1000 essential words and phrases Perfect your pronunciation with transliteration Practical and conversational Easy reference dictionary included No complex jargon or grammar Over 1000 essential words and phrases in one handy guide. Transliteration and pronunciation guide to help you get started immediately.