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501 Facts Factory: Amazing Countries of the World
by Ananya SubramaniFrance covers the most number of time zones in the world, with 12 of them. Libya is the driest country in the world, with 99 per cent of its land covered in desert.China accounts for about 30 per cent of global carbon-dioxide emissions.In Denmark, parents have to choose baby names from a list of 7,000 government-approved names.Every nation on earth is brimming with amazing people, places, events, lifestyles, customs, laws and quirks, and this book takes you on a fun, fact-packed trip through the most fascinating, remarkable and colourful of these. From what happened in the past to current happenings, from language to landscapes, from festivals to flags, from food to famous people, and from transport to technology in the most well-known and the remotest of locations, Amazing Countries of the World covers a range of topics and themes that will make you go ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’!With bite-sized information and photographs, this wellresearched volume gives you an entertaining peek into countries worldwide. What are you waiting for? Step into the 501 Facts Factory for a whirlwind world tour!
501 Facts Factory: Amazing Plants and Trees of the World
by Amreen ToorBamboo is the fastest-growing woody plant. It can grow about 35 inches in a day. In Richfield, Utah, there is a grove of around 47,000 aspens that all originate from a single male parent aspen. Manchineel is one of the world’s most dangerous trees. Standing underneath it in rain can result in painful blisters!Rafflesia, the biggest flower in the world, can weigh up to 11 kilos. It has no leaves, stem or roots! Plants and trees give us the breath of life and this book takes you on a fun, fact-packed trip through the most intriguing and fascinating of these. A tree that has fruit growing on its trunk, an orchid that looks like a monkey's face, a seed that can weigh as much as 20 kilos, cactus that ‘wanders’… our world is filled with all sorts of weird and wonderful vegetation! From the tiniest mosses to gigantic species that tower above us, from insect-eating flowers to trees that drip poison, from the oldest plant fossils to the latest hybrids, from gardens and groves to forests and jungles, from the most useful to the deadliest, Amazing Plants and Trees of the World covers a range of fascinating flora that will make you go ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’! With bite-sized text and photographs, this well-researched volume gives you an informative and entertaining peek into of the most interesting facts about plants and trees worldwide. What are you waiting for? Step into the 501 Facts Factory for a whirlwind ‘green’ tour!
501 French Verbs (Barron's 501 Verbs)
by Christopher Kendris Theodore KendrisLearning the French language is easy with help from the 501 Verb Series ! Optimized for use on the Kindle, this book presents the most important and commonly used verbs from the French language. The verbs are arranged alphabetically with English translations in chart form, one verb per page, and conjugated in all persons and tenses, both active and passive. In addition, this comprehensive guide to French verb usage offers a wealth of reference material and language tips, including a bilingual list of more than 1,250 additional verbs, helpful expressions and idioms for travelers, and verb drills and short tests with all questions answered and explained.
501 French Verbs, Ninth Edition (Barron's 501 Verbs)
by Christopher Kendris Theodore KendrisChoose 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 modelsOnline content includes:• Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciation• Listening comprehension• Four practice quizzes with automated scoring and answers
501 French Verbs: With Cd-rom (501 Verbs Ser.)
by Christopher Kendris Theodore N. Kendris Ph.D.Learning the French language is easy with help from the 501 Verb Series ! Optimized for use on the Kindle, this book presents the most important and commonly used verbs from the French language. The verbs are arranged alphabetically with English translations in chart form, one verb per page, and conjugated in all persons and tenses, both active and passive. In addition, this comprehensive guide to French verb usage offers a wealth of reference material and language tips, including a bilingual list of more than 1,250 additional verbs, helpful expressions and idioms for travelers, and verb drills and short tests with all questions answered and explained.
501 German Verbs
by Henry StrutzThe most commonly used 501 German verbs are arranged alphabetically in a table format, one verb per page with English translation, and conjugated in all tenses and forms. This updated version includes an explanation of the 1999 spelling reform, providing examples of the differences between the two methods. The book’s additional features include common idioms with many updated example sentences throughout the book to demonstrate verb usage and a grammar review. Bonus Online Component: includes a link to online content that presents valuable exercises for students in German sentence completion, word completion, word matching, and conversational dialogue, with answers provided for all exercises.
501 German Verbs, Seventh Edition (Barron's 501 Verbs)
by Henry StrutzChoose Barron&’s for language learning–a trusted resource for over 50 years! This edition of 501 German Verbs provides language learners with fingertip access to a carefully curated selection of the 501 most common German 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 online activity center.This comprehensive guide also includes: Updated example sentences for every verb accompanied by the English translation The popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the trickiest German verbs Hundreds of verb practice drills with detailed answer explanations Over 2,300 additional verbs conjugated like the 501 models Numerous reference sections, including an explanation of German pronunciation, special verb uses, frequently used expressions, and much more Online content includes: 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 Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entities included with the product.
501 German Verbs, Sixth Edition (Barron's 501 Verbs)
by Henry StrutzPublisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entities included with the product.Choose Barron&’s for language learning–a trusted resource for over 50 years!This brand-new edition of 501 German Verbs provides language learners with fingertip access to a carefully curated selection of the 501 most common German 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 online activity center.This comprehensive guide also includes:Updated example sentences for every verb accompanied by the English translationThe popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the trickiest German verbsHundreds of verb practice drills with detailed answer explanationsNumerous reference sections, including an explanation of German pronunciation, special verb uses, frequently used expressions, and much moreOnline content includes:Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciationFour practice quizzes to help you practice German sentence completion, conversational dialogue, and word completion exercisesAnswer explanations for all questions plus a timed test option and scoring
501 Italian Verbs (Barron's 501 Verbs)
by Marcel Danesi John Colaneri Vincent LucianiThe original and most trusted verb book in the market with over 50 years of proven excellence! Barron&’s 501 Italian Verbs provides students, travelers, and adult learners with fingertip access to the 501 most common and useful Italian verbs in all 15 tenses and moods. Fluency in Italian begins with a knowledge of correct verb formation and usage. Having a quick reference guide such as this classic book is an absolute essential for those learning the language or those who just need a quick refresher. The authors provide clear, easy-to-follow instruction along with synonyms, antonyms and idiomatic expressions. Each verb is listed alphabetically in chart form—one verb per page along with its English translation.Highlights of this brand new edition include:One verb per page conjugated in all tenses and moodsSynonyms, antonyms and idiomatic phrases for each verbThe 55 most essential Italian verbs highlighted and used in contextA pull-out reference card featuring the most essential verbsAn extensive index including many more regular verbs conjugated like the book's 501 model verbsPassive and active voice formationsEven more entries in the English-Italian verb index covering impersonal verbs, weather expressions, and moreOnline practice and exercises to reinforce verb conjugations and usageAudio program to model native speaker rhythms and intonationNew pronoun chart on the inside front cover
501 Italian Verbs, Sixth Edition (Barron's 501 Verbs)
by John Colaneri Ph.D. Vincent Luciani Ph.D. Marcel Danesi Ph.D.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 verbA concise grammar review for easy referenceThe popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the trickiest Italian verbsOver 1,500 additional verbs conjugated like the 501 modelsOnline content includes:Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciationFour practice quizzes to help you practice German sentence completion, conversational dialogue, and word completion exercisesAnswer explanations for all questions plus a timed test option and scoring
501 Portuguese Verbs, 3rd edition: Fully Conjugated In All The Tenses, In A New Easy-to-learn Format, Alphabetically Arranged (501 Verb Ser.)
by John J. Nitti Michael J. FerreiraThe bestselling 501 Verbs Series is the #1 reference source for verb usage in virtually every major language. It’s printed in two colors and features tinted page edges for ease of reference. This edition presents the most important and most commonly used Portuguese verbs arranged alphabetically with English translations in chart form, one verb per page, and conjugated in all persons and tenses, both active and passive. This comprehensive guide to verb usage contains a wealth of reference material and language tips, including a bilingual list of more than 1,250 additional Portuguese verbs, helpful expressions and idioms for travelers, verb drills and short tests with all questions answered and explained, and more. Learning Portuguese is easy with help from the 501 Portuguese Verbs!
501 Spanish Verbs, 8th edition
by Christopher Kendris Theodore Kendris Ph.D.The world’s bestselling Spanish verbs reference eBook has just gotten better! The authors focus directly on a command of Spanish verbs—and fluency in Spanish starts with knowledge of verbs. This new eighth edition is optimized for use on the Kindle and features links throughout and shows students and travelers exactly how to use the 501 most common and useful Spanish verbs in all 15 tenses and moods. Each verb is alphabetically listed in easy-to-follow chart form, one verb per page with its English translation. Bonus Online Component includes a hyperlink to online content that presents language-learning aids and audio files that review the formation and usage of Spanish verb forms. Helpful features include—Formation and usage of Spanish verb tenses and moods summarized as they relate to their English equivalents --The 55 most essential Spanish verbs used in context--Another 2,200 regular verbs conjugated like the book’s 501 model verbs--Verbs in idiomatic phrases--Passive and active voice formations--Updated sentences demonstrating Spanish verb usage in all tenses--Exercises in Spanish verb usage with answers--Even more entries in the English-Spanish verb index--Information covering impersonal verbs, weather expressions, and more!
501 Spanish Verbs, Tenth Edition (Barron's 501 Verbs)
by Christopher Kendris Theodore KendrisChoose Barron&’s 501 Spanish Verbs for language learning--a trusted resource for over 50 years! This edition provides language learners with fingertip access to a carefully curated selection of the 501 most common Spanish verbs--in all tenses and moods! It is the perfect companion for students in high-school and college-level courses, or for anyone who wants to self-study. Each verb is listed alphabetically in chart form—one verb per page along with its English translation, present participle, and gerundio. Follow the clear, concise instruction, and then take your language fluency to the next level with an online activity center. Comprehensive Language Learning Lists of synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and usage examples for every verb A concise grammar review of tricky topics, organized for easy reference The popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the most useful and challenging Spanish verbs Over 2,300 additional verbs conjugated like the 501 models English-Spanish Verb Index Numerous other features, such as: a pronunciation guide, weather expressions, subjunctive mood, defective and impersonal verbs, verbs that take prepositions, reflexive and reciprocal verbs, and more More Practice Online Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciation Listening comprehension 4 practice quizzes with detailed answer explanations and auto scoring
501 Spanish Verbs: Fully Conjugated In All The Tenses In A New Easy To Learn Format (Barron's 501 Verbs)
by Christopher Kendris Theodore KendrisThe original and most trusted verb book in the market with over 50 years of proven excellence! Barron&’s 501 Spanish Verbs provides students, travelers, and adult learners with fingertip access to the 501 most common and useful Spanish verbs in all 15 tenses and moods. Fluency in Spanish begins with a knowledge of correct verb formation and usage. Having a quick reference guide such as this classic book is an absolute essential for those learning the language or those who just need a quick refresher. The authors provide clear, easy-to-follow instruction along with synonyms, antonyms and idiomatic expressions. Each verb is listed alphabetically in chart form—one verb per page along with its English translation.Highlights of this brand new edition include:One verb per page conjugated in all 15 tenses and moodsSynonyms, antonyms and idiomatic phrases for each verbThe 55 most essential Spanish verbs highlighted and used in contextA pull-out reference card featuring the most essential verbsMore than 2,200 additional regular verbs conjugated like the book's 501 model verbsPassive and active voice formationsEven more entries in the English-Spanish verb index covering impersonal verbs, weather expressions, and moreOnline practice and exercises to reinforce verb conjugations and usageAudio program to model native speaker rhythms and intonationNew pronoun chart on the inside front cover
504 Absolutely Essential Words
by Murray Bromberg Julius LiebbA Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
52 Foods and Supplements for a Healthy Heart (Healthy Home Library)
by Deborah MitchellHeart disease is one of today's most common -- and preventable -- health conditions. Learn how to reduce your risk, strengthen your heart, and even reverse the disease process with 52 Foods and Supplements for a Healthy Heart. Author Deborah Mitchell has compiled the most comprehensive, up-to-date information on how to promote a healthy heart - naturally and nutritiously. With this book, you will find:• A-to-Z listings of the most essential heart-smart foods, vitamins, and supplements• Simple, nutritional ways to reduce cholesterol, lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart attack, and reverse the process of heart disease• How to incorporate healthier foods and supplements into your daily diet• Delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes that your whole family will love• Which supplements to take to replace nutrients that are lost when taking statins• The latest medical studies supporting the importance of certain foods and supplements for a strong, healthy heart52 Foods and Supplements for a Healthy Heart is an essential reference guide for all interested a healthy diet, and for preventing and reversing the effects of heart disease.
52 Natural Cleaning Solutions: Recipes for Green Cleaning Products Without Any Pesticides, Carcinogens or Toxic Chemicals
by Stephen TvedtenKill germs—while keeping people and pets safe—with easy-to-make, affordable natural cleaners.Did you know that most common cleaning products are loaded with dozens or hundreds of chemicals known to be toxic according to the EPA? These toxins, carcinogens, and chemicals can wreak havoc on your health, your family’s health, and even your pets’ health.In this book, you’ll discover how to create your own natural green cleaning products simply and easily without spending a lot of money or time. Learn how to harness the power of lemon, boric acid, vinegar, citrus solvent, cornstarch, hydrogen peroxide, isopropyl alcohol, peppermint, castile soap, and many more natural ingredients—to keep your home sparkling while also keeping you and your loved ones safe.
52 Prepper Projects: A Project a Week to Help You Prepare for the Unpredictable
by David Nash James Talmage StevensAre you and your family self-reliant? Will you be able to provide for them and keep them safe? The best way to prepare for the future is not through fancy tools and gadgets--it's experience and knowledge that will best equip you to handle the unexpected.Everyone begins somewhere, especially with disaster preparedness. In 52 Prepper's Projects, you'll find a project for every week of the year, designed to start you off with the foundations of disaster preparedness and taking you through a variety of projects that will increase your knowledge in self-reliance and help you acquire the actual know-how to prepare for anything.Self-reliance isn't about building a bunker and waiting for the end of the world. It's about understanding the necessities in life and gaining the knowledge and skill sets that will make you better prepared for whatever life throws your way. 52 Prepper's Projects is the ultimate instructional guide to preparedness, and a must-have book for those with their eye on the future.
52 Prepper's Projects for Parents and Kids: A Project a Week to Help Prepare Your Child for the Unpredictable
by David NashPrepare your child for the unpredictable through 52 prepper projects. Teach them basic outdoors survival skills, first aid, how to create their own "bug-out bag," and more.
52 Series: Tips for New Parents
by Lynn GordonQuick, essential tips to help couples transition into parenthood in an easy-to-read format—the perfect baby shower gift for expecting parents. These fifty-two practical tips are just the thing to help new parents ease into parenthood, including suggestions for ways to reduce isolation, calm a screamer, and make sure you keep your social life.
52 Times Britain was a Bellend: The History You Didn't Get Taught At School
by James Felton'Scurrilous, scandalous and frequently disgusting. I absolutely loved it' James O'BrienTwitter hero James Felton brings you the painfully funny history of Britain you were never taught at school, fully illustrated and chronicling 52 of the most ludicrous, weird and downright 'baddie' things we Brits* have done to the world since time immemorial - before conveniently forgetting all about them, of course. Including:- Starting wars with China when they didn't buy enough of our class A drugs- Inventing a law so we didn't have to return objects we'd blatantly stolen from other countries- Casually creating muzzles for women- Almost going to war over a crime committed by a pig- And a brand new chapter just for the paperback!52 TIMES BRITAIN WAS A BELLEND will complete your knowledge of this sceptred isle in ways you never expected. So if you've ever wondered how we put the 'Great' in 'Great Britain', wonder no more . . .*And when we say British, for the most part we unfortunately just mean the English. JAMES FELTON'S "SUNBURN" ('AN ASTONISHING PIECE OF WORK' James O'Brien; 'FUNNY, SCATHING AND WITTY' IAN DUNT) IS OUT NOW
52 Times Britain was a Bellend: The History You Didn't Get Taught At School
by James Felton'Scurrilous, scandalous and frequently disgusting. I absolutely loved it' James O'BrienTwitter hero James Felton brings you the painfully funny history of Britain you were never taught at school, fully illustrated and chronicling 52 of the most ludicrous, weird and downright 'baddie' things we Brits* have done to the world since time immemorial - before conveniently forgetting all about them, of course. Including:- Starting wars with China when they didn't buy enough of our class A drugs- Inventing a law so we didn't have to return objects we'd blatantly stolen from other countries- Casually creating muzzles for women- Almost going to war over a crime committed by a pig- And a brand new chapter just for the paperback!52 TIMES BRITAIN WAS A BELLEND will complete your knowledge of this sceptred isle in ways you never expected. So if you've ever wondered how we put the 'Great' in 'Great Britain', wonder no more . . .*And when we say British, for the most part we unfortunately just mean the English.JAMES FELTON'S "SUNBURN" ('AN ASTONISHING PIECE OF WORK' James O'Brien; 'FUNNY, SCATHING AND WITTY' IAN DUNT) IS OUT NOW
52 Times Britain was a Bellend: The History You Didn't Get Taught At School
by James FeltonJAMES FELTON'S NEW BOOK "SUNBURN" ('AN ASTONISHING PIECE OF WORK' James O'Brien; 'FUNNY, SCATHING AND WITTY' IAN DUNT) IS OUT NOW 'Scurrilous, scandalous and frequently disgusting. I absolutely loved it' James O'BrienTwitter hero James Felton brings you the painfully funny history of Britain you were never taught at school, fully illustrated and chronicling 52 of the most ludicrous, weird and downright 'baddie' things we Brits* have done to the world since time immemorial - before conveniently forgetting all about them, of course. Including:- Starting wars with China when they didn't buy enough of our class A drugs- Inventing a law so we didn't have to return objects we'd blatantly stolen from other countries - Casually creating muzzles for women- And almost going to war over a crime committed by a pig52 TIMES BRITAIN WAS A BELLEND will complete your knowledge of this sceptred isle in ways you never expected. So if you've ever wondered how we put the 'Great' in 'Great Britain', wonder no more . . . *And when we say British, for the most part we unfortunately just mean the English.
52 Unique Techniques for Stocking Food for Preppers: A Strategy a Week to Help Stock Your Pantry for Survival
by David NashAre you and your family self-reliant? Will you be able to provide for them and keep them safe? The best way to prepare for the future is not through fancy tools and gadgets--it’s experience and knowledge that will best equip you to handle the unexpected. However, it doesn’t matter how prepared you are for disaster, if you run out of food you will soon run out of time. Everyone begins somewhere, especially with learning how to stock your pantry for an indefinite period of time. In 52 Unique Techniques for Stocking Food for Preppers, you’ll find a project for every week of the year, designed to teach you the fundamentals of canning and preserving any sort of food as safely as possible. Self-reliance isn’t about building a bunker and waiting for the end of the world. It’s about making sure you have enough food to feed your family should the worst happen. 52 Unique Techniques for Stocking Food for Preppersis the ultimate instructional guide to preparing food and making sure that it keeps. It is a must-have book for those with their eye on the future.
52 Ways to Cheat at Poker
by Allan Zola KronzekIt?s no news that cheating pervades American culture. Americans cheat on taxes, tests, sports and spouses. But the largest arena for cheating may be at the poker table! With an estimated 60-80 million Americans playing poker every week?for the highest stakes ever?you can be sure that not everyone is playing by the rules! In this fascinating look at the card sharper?s art?from its origins in Renaissance Italy to the high-tech methods of today?deception expert Allan Kronzek reveals 52 of the most diabolical scams ever invented. Topics include codes and signaling systems, hidden cameras and miniature ear pieces, false shuffles, cuts and deals, peeking and flashing, deck and card switches, culling, instant stacks, marked cards, ?location play,? the ?cooler,? and dozens of other devious devices. Each chapter zeroes in on a single cheating concept and provides expert advice on how to spot and foil the scam (when possible!). You?ll learn the secrets of shade, flash, and juice?the subtlest marking systems; why cutting the cards doesn?t guarantee an honest deal, how a crooked dealer can stack the flop in hold ?em, why casino card rooms are not 100% safe, and how cheating crews crush the opposition without marked cards or sleight of hand. Thoroughly illustrated and researched, and enlivened with historical sidebars, 52 Ways to Cheat at Poker is essential reading for anyone who plays cards for money? or anyone interested in the ingenious ways cheats steal your money while appearing to do nothing at all. .