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Across The Seven Seas: Indian Travellers' Tales
by Anuradha KumarA lot has been written about people who came to India at various times in history, but not enough about those who went from here to strange and surprising foreign lands. Way before trains and planes, speed and luxury, these intrepid globetrotters from India braved stormy seas and traversed hostile territories, documenting their travels and travails in detailed and often amusing accounts. Anuradha Kumar?s Across the Seven Seas brings together 14 dramatic accounts of Indian travellers from the 18th and 19th centuries, giving a vivid view of the world as it was then. These are stories of exploration and adventure, wonderment and acceptance. These are tales of great opportunities and tragic failures. These are chronicles of daring and discovery. You will marvel at the Mughal emperor?s emissary to the British king; the scientific genius who studied the power of steam; the army camp follower who became the master of `shampooing?; the legal eagle who was the first Indian woman to study law abroad; and the yogi who took the crowds by storm? These are the stories of travellers who traced pioneering routes to England, Italy, Turkey, Russia, America, China and more, all at a time of revolutionary technological advances, pervasive colonialism and amazing journeys...
Across So Many Seas
by Ruth Behar"As lyrical as it is epic, Across So Many Seas reminds us that while the past may be another country, it's also a living, breathing song of sadness and joy that helps define who we are." --Alan Gratz, New York Times bestselling author of RefugeeSpanning over 500 years, Pura Belpré Award winner Ruth Behar's epic novel tells the stories of four girls from different generations of a Jewish family, many of them forced to leave their country and start a new life.In 1492, during the Spanish Inquisition, Benvenida and her family are banished from Spain for being Jewish, and must flee the country or be killed. They journey by foot and by sea, eventually settling in Istanbul.Over four centuries later, in 1923, shortly after the Turkish war of independence, Reina&’s father disowns her for a small act of disobedience. He ships her away to live with an aunt in Cuba, to be wed in an arranged marriage when she turns fifteen.In 1961, Reina&’s daughter, Alegra, is proud to be a brigadista, teaching literacy in the countryside for Fidel Castro. But soon Castro&’s crackdowns force her to flee to Miami all alone, leaving her parents behind.Finally, in 2003, Alegra&’s daughter, Paloma, is fascinated by all the journeys that had to happen before she could be born. A keeper of memories, she&’s thrilled by the opportunity to learn more about her heritage on a family trip to Spain, where she makes a momentous discovery.Though many years and many seas separate these girls, they are united by a love of music and poetry, a desire to belong and to matter, a passion for learning, and their longing for a home where all are welcome. And each is lucky to stand on the shoulders of their courageous ancestors.
Across the Great Barrier (Frontier Magic #2)
by Patricia C. WredeFrom New York Times #1 bestselling author Patricia C. Wrede, the second in the series of magic on the western frontier.Eff is riding west, away from the safety of the frontier city she's always known.... Eff could be a powerful magician if she wanted to. Except she's not sure she wants that kind of responsibility. Everyone keeps waiting for her to do something amazing--or to fail in a spectacular way. Worse, her twin brother, Lan, a powerful double seventh son, is jealous of all the attention she's been getting. Even as Eff protests that she's just an ordinary girl, she's asked to travel past the Barrier Spell with one of the new professors at her father's school. The land west of the Barrier is full of dangers, both magical and wild. Eff will need to use all her strength--magical and otherwise--to come safely back home. With wit, magic, and a touch of good pioneer sense, Patricia C. Wrede once again weaves a fantastic tale of the very wild west.
Across the Nightingale Floor (Tales of the Otori #1)
by Lian HearnThis is the story of a young man whose family is massacred and who is rescued by a noble. It is also the story of a young girl who has been imprisoned in a castle simply to be held hostage for the good behavior of her family. It is a story of magic and loyalty and love. It won a number of awards for young adult fiction.
ACT Flashcards, Fourth Edition: Up-to-Date Review (Barron's Test Prep)
by James D. Giovannini Patsy J. Prince M.Ed.Barron&’s ACT Flashcards features more than 400 cards with practice and strategies for all five sections of the test.Cards feature test-taking tips and realistic practice and are divided into categories that match the ACT test sections:The English cards focus cover punctuation, grammar, and styleThe Math cards include all math topics found on the ACTThe Reading cards contain strategies for time management and determining correct answersThe Science cards cover data representation, research summaries, and conflicting viewpointsThe Writing cards offer tips for creating a strong essay
ACT Premium Study Guide: with 6 practice tests (Barron's Test Prep)
by Brian Stewart M.Ed.Barron&’s ACT Premium Study Guide with 6 Practice Tests provides online practice, customizable study plans, and expert advice from experienced teachers who know the test. Step-by-step review helps you master the content, and full-length practice tests in the book and online provide a realistic testing experience so you&’re prepared for the exam. This edition includes:Three full-length practice tests in the bookTwo full-length online practice testsOne full-length diagnostic test in the book with guidance on how to use your results to determine the subjects you need to study moreEasy, medium, and hard practice passages that enable you to customize your studyStudy plan recommendations based on the amount of time you have to prepareExtensive subject reviews that cover all parts of the ACT: English, math, reading, science, and the writing testDetailed overview of the ACT with comprehensive answers to frequently asked questionsAdvice on optimizing the test-taking mindset and managing test anxietyProven test-taking strategies for students of all ability levels
ACT Premium Study Guide with 6 Practice Tests (Barron's Test Prep)
by Brian Stewart M.Ed.Barron&’s ACT Premium Study Guide with 6 Practice Tests provides online practice, customizable study plans, and expert advice from experienced teachers who know the test. Step-by-step review helps you master the content, and full-length practice tests in the book and online provide realistic test experience so you&’re prepared for the exam.This edition includes:Three full-length practice tests in the bookTwo full-length online practice testsOne full-length diagnostic test in the book with guidance on how to use your results to determine the subjects you need to study moreEasy, medium, and hard practice passages that enable you to customize your studyStudy plan recommendations based on the amount of time you have to prepareExtensive subject reviews that cover all parts of the ACT: English, math, reading, science, and the writing testDetailed overview of the ACT with comprehensive answers to frequently asked questionsAdvice on optimizing the test-taking mindset and managing test anxietyProven test-taking strategies for students of all ability levels
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ACT Study Guide with 4 Practice Tests (Barron's Test Prep)
by Brian Stewart M.Ed.Barron's ACT Study Guide with 4 Practice Tests provides realistic practice and expert advice from experienced teachers who know the test. Step-by-step subject review helps you master the content, and full-length practice tests provide realistic text experience to get you prepared for the exam.This edition includes:Three full-length practice testsOne full-length diagnostic test with guidance on how to use your results to determine the subjects you need to study moreEasy, medium, and hard practice passages that enable you to customize your studyStudy plan recommendations based on the amount of time you have to prepareExtensive subject reviews that cover all parts of the ACT: English, math, reading, science, and the writing testDetailed overview of the ACT with comprehensive answers to frequently asked questionsAdvice on optimizing the test-taking mindset and managing test anxietyProven test-taking strategies for students of all ability levels
Acting Normal
by Julia HobanHaving had a nervous breakdown brought on by repressed memories unearthed in her acting class, eighteen-year-old Stephanie tries to recover and resume a normal life.
Action Grammaire! Fourth Edition: French Grammar for A Level
by Paul Shannon Phil Turk Geneviève García VandaeleExam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC/EduqasLevel: A-levelSubject: FrenchFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2017 (AS) Summer 2018 (A-level)Make French grammar second nature with this trusted reference book containing over 300 activities - now completely revised in line with the new A-level specifications. - Supplement key resources in class or encourage independent practice at home, with clear explanations of the grammar points needed at A-level and knowledge-check exercises throughout - Prepare for assessment with longer application activities focused on developing writing skills such as translation and summary - Build confidence as exercises get increasingly more challenging to mirror students' advancement throughout the course - Check students' progress with regular grammar tests and all answers supplied online
Active Physics: Medicine
by Arthur EisenkraftDr. Arthur Eisenkraft, project director, presents a short overview explaining how and why Active physics works. High School Physics Textbook.
Active Physics: Medicine
by Arthur EisenkraftDr. Arthur Eisenkraft, project director, presents a short overview explaining how and why Active physics works. High School Physics Textbook.
Active Physics Sports
by Arthur Eisenkraft Howard Brody Mary Quinlan Carl Duzen David Wright Jon L. HarknessAll student activities in this textbook have been designed to be as safe as possible, and have been reviewed by professionals specifically for that purpose. As well, appropriate warnings concerning potential safety hazards are included where applicable to particular activities.