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Charles Osborne

    November 24, 1927 – September 23, 2017

    Charles Osborne is celebrated for his unique talent in adapting classic narratives for contemporary audiences. As the sole author granted permission by the Agatha Christie Estate to create works in her name, he demonstrates a profound understanding of literary tradition. His approach revitalizes familiar stories, making them accessible and engaging for both long-time admirers and new readers alike.

    Charles Osborne
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    The Unexpected Guest
    The Complete Operas of Mozart
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    First certificate. Practice tests with key
    The complete operas of Richard Wagner
    • 2021
    • 2018

      Boss

      The story of S.F.B Morse, the founder of Pebble Beach

      • 168 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Sam Morse possesses an extraordinary imagination that allows him to transform his visionary ideas into tangible realities. His talent for envisioning possibilities sets him apart, as recognized by his friend Herb Cerwin, a PR man at Del Monte. The narrative explores Morse's journey of creativity and innovation, highlighting the impact of his imaginative prowess on his life and those around him.

      Boss
    • 2014

      Exam Essentials is our major British English exam preparation series combining exam preparation, practice, and tips for the revised Cambridge English exams. This effective combination of testing and teaching has proved a popular formula with teachers and students. The first two practice tests in each book are 'walk-through' tests. Students are carefully guided through the tests and shown how they work and what they have to do to succeed in each part of the exam. Additional step-by-step support for the Writing paper is offered in all the tests. All of the tests are written by experts in the field, which means that students preparing for the exams experience material that is appropriate for and at a level at least as high as the actual exams. Candidates internationally find the Speaking test very challenging. To help them deal with this, each Practice Test book comes with a DVD-ROM which includes a bespoke video showing a complete Speaking test interview as well as an examiner talking about this part of the exam and giving students expert guidance on how to approach it. The DVD-ROM also features worksheets to use with the interview and all the Listening test files.

      Exam Essentials Practice Tests/ Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 1
    • 2008

      Intended for FCE exam, this title features 2 fully guided tests with useful tips; 6 complete tests; useful information on the exam; guide to encourage self-study; and, special section on the Speaking Paper in full colour that includes additional helpful phrases and expressions.

      First certificate. Practice tests with key
    • 2006

      CAE practice tests with key

      • 278 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Exam Essentials: CAE Practice Tests have been updated to the specifications of the CAE examination.

      CAE practice tests with key
    • 2003

      The Unexpected Guest

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.9(4460)Add rating

      In the tradition of the bestselling "Black Coffee", author Charles Osborne adapts this Christie play into an intriguing novel set in South Wales. A stranded motorist stumbles upon a man slumped over dead in a wheelchair. His wife stands nearby with a smoking gun in her hand. Family secrets and chilling motives lie beneath the surface. Martin's Press.

      The Unexpected Guest
    • 2000

      Unexpected Guest

      Travels in Afghanistan

      • 300 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.8(15)Add rating

      Set in a misty South Wales countryside, the story follows engineer Michael Starkwedder, whose car becomes immobilized in a muddy ditch on a cold November evening. As he seeks help, he stumbles upon a mysterious house, leading to an unexpected series of events. The narrative unfolds with tension and intrigue, exploring themes of fate and human connection against a backdrop of isolation and suspense.

      Unexpected Guest
    • 1990
    • 1988

      Richard Strauss, born in 1864, was one of the 20th century's greatest and most prolific opera composers. His third opera, Salome, introduced the single-act structure, and the sensuality of the mujsic caused a furore. This was followed by the equally shocking Elektra, written in collaboration with Hugo von Hofmannsthal, but they completely changed direction for their next joint venture, Der Rosenkavalier, in which the Viennese waltz found its apotheosis. Once considered a revolutionary, Richard Strauss is today seen as the last of the German romantic composers, and most of his operas are still performed regularly throughout the world.

      The complete operas of Strauss