Book Description
This Masterwork collection, edited by Maurice Hinson, contains performance analysis for each of the 20 studies. Biographical and historical information are also included. 56 pages.
Author : Moritz Moszkowski
Publisher : Alfred Music Publishing
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 50,93 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780739023488
This Masterwork collection, edited by Maurice Hinson, contains performance analysis for each of the 20 studies. Biographical and historical information are also included. 56 pages.
Author : Moritz Moszkowski
Publisher : Alfred Music
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 20,46 MB
Release : 2005-05-03
Category : Music
ISBN : 1457439832
This Masterwork collection, edited by Maurice Hinson, contains performance analysis for each of the 20 studies. Biographical and historical information are also included.
Author : Joseph Conrad
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 6132 pages
File Size : 38,29 MB
Release : 2024-01-09
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN :
Joseph Conrad's collection of works, 'The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad', showcases the author's unique writing style that combines detailed character studies with intricate plotlines. Conrad's literature often delves into themes of imperialism, morality, and the human psyche, making his stories both thought-provoking and engaging for readers. This comprehensive edition includes 20 novels, 26 short stories, as well as memoirs, essays, and letters, giving readers a full scope of Conrad's literary prowess and versatility. Each piece in this collection showcases Conrad's exquisite prose and his ability to captivate the reader with his descriptive language and evocative storytelling. Joseph Conrad, a Polish-British writer, drew inspiration from his experiences as a sailor and navigator, which heavily influenced his works set at sea. His background in maritime exploration allowed him to craft realistic and immersive narratives that transport readers to distant lands and turbulent waters. Conrad's firsthand knowledge of the maritime world adds depth and authenticity to his storytelling, making his works a unique blend of adventure and introspection. I highly recommend 'The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad' for readers who enjoy classic literature that explores complex themes and offers a deep insight into the human condition. This edition provides a comprehensive collection of Conrad's work, allowing readers to fully appreciate the brilliance of this influential author.
Author : Christian Stahl
Publisher : Midealuck Ltd.
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 32,57 MB
Release : 2020-04-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
What do you think is the hardest thing for a new language learner? Finding exciting and educational reading material that they can handle in a fun way, which is precisely the reason this book is written! In this book we have compiled 20 easy-to-read mystery stories that will allow you to improve your own vocabulary and give you the tools to increase your grasp of a new language, in this case German and French. Each story is written in English, German, and French. and comes with a paragraph-by-paragraph translation. Each story is culturally interesting and entertaining with realistic dialogues and day-to-day situations. This book has been written by a bilingual German author with over twenty years of teaching and writing experience and is recommended for international A2+ level learners. So look no further! Pick up your copy of English, German and French Short Stories for Beginners and start learning your favorite new language now!
Author : Bradford Howland
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 37,94 MB
Release : 2014-07-16
Category : Humor
ISBN : 1499017928
Bradford Howland has had a long association with MIT.s Research Laboratory of Electronics (RLE) which was housed in a World War II wooden building, known only as “Building 20”. It housed neurophysiologists, linguists, and the MIT train club, among others. Even while Brad worked at a daytime job Lincoln Laboratory, he had a lab in Building 20 where he spent many late nights observing and interacting with scientists, mechanics, students, secretaries, janitors, guards, and people who simply walked in off the streets. These are the stories of those interactions.
Author : James Anthony Froude
Publisher : The Minerva Group, Inc.
Page : 571 pages
File Size : 12,9 MB
Release : 2004-10-29
Category : History
ISBN : 1410218023
CONTENTSAnnals of an English AbbeyRevival of RomanismSea StudiesSociety in Italy in the Last Days of the Roman RepublicLucianDivus CaesarOn the Uses of a Landed GentryParty PoliticsLeaves from a South African Journal
Author : Leo Tolstoy
Publisher : Bottletree Books LLC
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 26,97 MB
Release : 2009-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1933747153
"Anna Karenina" and "War and Peace" branded Tolstoy as one of the greatest writers in modern history. Few, however, have read his wonderful short stories. Now, in one collection, are the 20 greatest short stories of Leo Tolstoy, which give a snapshot of Russia and its people in the late nineteenth century. A fine introduction is given by Andrew Barger. Annotations are included of difficult Russian terms. There is also a Tolstoy biography at the start of the book with photos of Tolstoy's relatives. The stories include: A Candle, After the Dance, Albert, Alyosha the Pot, An Old Acquaintance, Does a Man Need Much Land?, If You Neglect the Fire You Don't Put It Out, Khodinka: An Incident of the Coronation of Nicholas II, Lucerne, Memoirs of a Lunatic, My Dream, Recollections of a Scorer, The Empty Drum, The Long Exile, The Posthumous Papers of the Hermit Fedor Kusmich, The Young Tsar, There Are No Guilty People, Three Deaths, Two Old Men, and What Men Live By. Read the 20 greatest short stories of Leo Tolstoy Today!
Author : Josh Kaufman
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 38,63 MB
Release : 2013-06-13
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1101623047
Forget the 10,000 hour rule— what if it’s possible to learn the basics of any new skill in 20 hours or less? Take a moment to consider how many things you want to learn to do. What’s on your list? What’s holding you back from getting started? Are you worried about the time and effort it takes to acquire new skills—time you don’t have and effort you can’t spare? Research suggests it takes 10,000 hours to develop a new skill. In this nonstop world when will you ever find that much time and energy? To make matters worse, the early hours of practicing something new are always the most frustrating. That’s why it’s difficult to learn how to speak a new language, play an instrument, hit a golf ball, or shoot great photos. It’s so much easier to watch TV or surf the web . . . In The First 20 Hours, Josh Kaufman offers a systematic approach to rapid skill acquisition— how to learn any new skill as quickly as possible. His method shows you how to deconstruct complex skills, maximize productive practice, and remove common learning barriers. By completing just 20 hours of focused, deliberate practice you’ll go from knowing absolutely nothing to performing noticeably well. Kaufman personally field-tested the methods in this book. You’ll have a front row seat as he develops a personal yoga practice, writes his own web-based computer programs, teaches himself to touch type on a nonstandard keyboard, explores the oldest and most complex board game in history, picks up the ukulele, and learns how to windsurf. Here are a few of the simple techniques he teaches: Define your target performance level: Figure out what your desired level of skill looks like, what you’re trying to achieve, and what you’ll be able to do when you’re done. The more specific, the better. Deconstruct the skill: Most of the things we think of as skills are actually bundles of smaller subskills. If you break down the subcomponents, it’s easier to figure out which ones are most important and practice those first. Eliminate barriers to practice: Removing common distractions and unnecessary effort makes it much easier to sit down and focus on deliberate practice. Create fast feedback loops: Getting accurate, real-time information about how well you’re performing during practice makes it much easier to improve. Whether you want to paint a portrait, launch a start-up, fly an airplane, or juggle flaming chainsaws, The First 20 Hours will help you pick up the basics of any skill in record time . . . and have more fun along the way.
Author : Mark Twain
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 2942 pages
File Size : 19,35 MB
Release : 2023-12-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County, and Other Sketches The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County Aurelia's Unfortunate Young Man A Complaint about Correspondents, Dated in San Francisco Answers to Correspondents Among the Fenians The Story of the Bad Little Boy Who Didn't Come to Grief Curing a Cold An Inquiry about Insurances Literature in the Dry Diggings 'After' Jenkins Lucretia Smith's Soldier The Killing of Julius Caesar 'Localized' An Item which the Editor Himself could not Understand Among the Spirits Brief Biographical Sketch of George Washington A Touching Story of George Washington's Boyhood A Page from a Californian Almanac Information for the Million The Launch of the Steamer Capital Origin of Illustrious Men Advice for Good Little Girls Concerning Chambermaids Remarkable Instances of Presence of Mind Honored as a Curiosity in Honolulu The Steed 'Oahu' A Strange Dream Short and Singular Rations Mark Twain's Burlesque Autobiography and First Romance Burlesque Autobiography Awful, Terrible Medieval Romance Merry Tales The Private History of a Campaign That Failed The Invalid's Story Luck The Captain's Story A Curious Experience Mrs. Mc Williams and the Lightning Meisterschaft The £1,000,000 Bank Note and Other New Stories The Million Pound Bank Note Mental Telegraphy The Enemy Conquered About all Kinds of Ships Playing Courier The German Chicago A Petition to the Queen of England A Majestic Literary Fossil Sketches New and Old The $30,000 Bequest and Other Stories The Curious Republic of Gondour and Other Whimsical Sketches Alonzo Fitz, and Other Stories Mark Twain's Library of Humor Other Stories Biography Samuel Langhorne Clemens (1835-1910), better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer.
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Page : 208 pages
File Size : 11,39 MB
Release : 1919
Category : Education
ISBN :