English Linguistics

One of Trollope's best short novels tells of a father's vacillation over his daughter's wish to marry his nephew, who is a scamp and a wastrel. Although a sad tale, it is nonetheless brightened with Trollope's inevitable touches of humor.

The Talisman revolves around the Third Crusader's camp in the Holy Land whereby there exists a truce between the Christians and the Muslims. The camp, which is led by King Richard I of England (the Lion-heart) who is grievously ill, is being torn apart by tensions between rival leaders.

Outside the ruins of San Francisco, a former UC Berkeley professor of literature recounts the chilling sequence of events which led to his current lowly state - a gruesome pandemic which killed nearly every living soul on the planet, in a matter of days. Modern civilization tottered and fell, and a new race of barbarians - the western world's brutalized workers - assumed power everywhere. Over the space of a few decades, all learning has been lost.

This classic thriller, set in England prior to World War II, involves murder, mystery, a country-wide chase, espionage and international intrigue.

Wild, wacky, and wonderful are the characters involved in this debate-in-one-sitting. The Tarlton conservatory is the scene of many a Shavian skirmish: parents vying with children, sibling rivalry, and the battle of the sexes. An airplane crashing into the greenhouse, a gunner, and a Polish daredevil complicate matters even further!

By clever scheming, friends encourage Beatrice and Benedict's love affair, while Don Juan plots to ruin Hero and Claudio's chances of finding happiness together.

With the speed of the great apes, Tarzan rushed through the jungle toward his home and family. But he was already too late. The marauders had been there before him. His farm was in shambles and no one was left alive. Of his beloved wife there was only a charred, blackened corpse, still wearing the rings he had given her. Silently, he buried the body and swore his terrible vengeance against those who had done this terrible deed. Then he set out grimly to track them...

"The Lamplighter" is ironic and iconic Dickens. A story within a story about dreams of wealth, with Dickensian wit throughout. A treat for Dickens fans who have not heard this lovely story before. (American accent narration.)

Kept in the Dark is a probing psychological portrait of the near destruction of a marriage - a novel that combines keen insights with vigorous emotional strength. Jealousy, guilt, excessive pride, and compulsion all sweep across its surface.

In this novel two months have gone by, and Tarzan is continuing to search for Jane. He has tracked her to a hidden valley called Pal-ul-don, which means "Land of Men." In Pal-ul-don Tarzan finds a real Jurassic Park filled with dinosaurs, notably the savage Triceratops-like Gryfs, which, unlike their prehistoric counterparts, are predatory. Jane is also being held captive in Pal-ul-don, where she becomes a pawn in a religious power struggle.

In this poignant play Candida, the wife of the Rev. James Morell is loved by th esensitive young poet, Eugene Marchbanks. The two men agree that Candida must make her choice. But she has different ideas.

Phineas Finn is an Irish M.P.A. climbing the political ladder, largely through the assistance of his string of lovers. The questions he is forced to ask himself about honesty, independence, and parliamentary democracy are questions still asked today.

Have you ever bunged it on? Behaved like a drongo? Added mayo to a story? Lost your Reg Grundies? Join bestselling storyteller William McInnes as he offers his own take on our colourful and colloquial way with words. From the simpler times of childhood to today's testing (and unprecedented!) times, or when we're wasting time, enjoying sporting times or hitting the big time, Australians have a turn of phrase for every situation. Our love of plain speaking communicates the essence of the thing to our mates, to those in the know - and to those who should know better.

Tiny Tales is a collection of short-short stories which deal with creativity, emotional resilience, content creation, focus, and social skills....

Inside this audiobook, you'll discover a variety of techniques that you can use to do this influencing. The method you choose may depend on what you want to get out of the situation and who you are working with. In any case, your emotional intelligence can help because this allows you to better understand the emotions of the other person, and to control your own emotions as well. The great thing is, emotional intelligence is something that everybody is able to develop with time. This guide will provide you with all the essential knowledge needed to improve your EQ.

Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) is a technique that many have used to change their lives. It has helped people enforce their positive beliefs and use affirmations to move forward and achieve better results. Today, you can learn more about what kinds of techniques NLP uses. We will talk about how to amplify good feelings, liquify bad memories, change perceptions, cure phobias, and become more positive in a general sense. If this is something you gravitate towards, then why not pick up this book, and start listening?

Defend yourself from manipulation and discover how to master your mind. Are you searching for the latest, most powerful insights into the art of dark psychology? Want to learn how to protect yourself from manipulative people, unearth the secrets of mind control, and gain a profound understanding of human behavior? Delve into the dark world of manipulation and psychology with this comprehensive guide, uncovering the countless different ways that people subconsciously influence each other - along with how you can use this knowledge to your own advantage.

New discoveries in brain research have shown that our brain can be re-wired through neuroplasticity. This book will be helpful for those who want to mould their brain to unleash their infinite possibilities. It systematically throws light on brain research, practical applications of brain re-wiring and spiritual insights in various areas. The simple techniques given in this book, if applied correctly, can bring about a radical transformation in your life.

This compact but powerful book argues for the primacy of language - of the words we speak - as a force for creating the lives we want to lead. There are ways of speaking that will produce action and change, and there are ways of speaking that don’t. This book explores that distinction. For anyone who is wanting to lead a more intentional, focused, and powerful life, Change Your World One Word at a Time is both inspirational and practical.

Beyond the divide of race, culture, background, or personality, do you wish to really understand people, know what makes them tick, and better relate with them? Or do you wish you had a magic wand that would help you get along with everyone? Do you wish sometimes you could catch a glimpse or even the faintest idea on what the other person is thinking in your day-to-day conversations? Then this book is for you!