Mark Powell is the author of five novels that delve into the intricate connections between people and their environments. His prose is distinguished by a keen insight into the human psyche and a lyrical style that draws readers into the worlds of his characters. Powell's work often explores themes of family, community, and the search for meaning within the rugged yet beautiful landscape of the Appalachian mountains. His novels are appreciated for their depth, emotional resonance, and unique perspective on the American South.
Fully updated and revised. Award winning Deco for Divers provides a comprehensive overview of the principles underlying decompression theory. This book bridges the gap between introductory books and source scientific information. It provides the reader with a clear understanding of the decompression principles which apply to every dive.
BUILD YOUR VOCABULARY 2 is part of a series of four graded books to increase students' vocabulary from elementary to upper intermediate level. Over 1,000 words and phrases are taught to make vocabulary learning more systematic and fun.
Set against the backdrop of the 2014 Ukraine-Russia conflict, the narrative delves into a conspiracy involving a U.S. arms deal intended to spark a conflict in Eastern Ukraine. Central to the plot is Hugh Eckhart, a disillusioned staffer who discovers incriminating evidence of a billionaire's scheme to profit from Ukrainian gas reserves. The story weaves through various locations, exposing the intricate ties between political operatives, Ivy League criminals, and the corrupting influence of money on power.
'In Company: Intermediate' is a business English course for professional adults. It systematically develops key language skills through motivating activities that reflect the real world of modern business. The student's book contains 20 self-contained units organised into four main categories: talking points, networking, desk work and meetings. Each unit is based around a particular skill or sub-skill and extra grammar and vocabulary work is available in the section 'Grammar and Lexis links' at the end of the book.
In Company has established itself as the Business English course for professionals because of its immediate results through topic-based content, active skills, and real-world tasks that are instantly relevant to everyday business English development. In Company Second Edition builds on the success of the original but is now updated and improved with a host of new features. For extra online practice for your students, take a look at the new Second Edition In Company Practice Online solution. Accompanying the popular In Company series in British English, these online courses provide carefully designed resources to supplement the Student's Books at all levels. Units are clearly defined as Topic or Skills based NEW phrase banks with useful phrases for reference and revision 5 NEW case studies, within the Student's Book reflect real-life business scenarios Second Edition CD-ROM now includes a new interactive glossary and the class audio as a donwloadable MP3
International Negotiations is an exciting new short course (15-20 hours) for Business English learners who want to excel at negotiating. Drawing on inspirational advice from leading experts in negotiation, International Negotiations takes students through the entire negotiation process, from preparing to negotiate to closing the deal. The ten modules give learners the essential language, skills and techniques needed for successful negotiations and cover topics such as relationship-building, questioning techniques, decoding body language, bargaining and the powers of persuasion. Challenging role-plays and skill-building games further develop key negotiation and language skills, while the Key and Commentary provide valuable insights into all aspects of negotiating, including the importance of understanding cultural differences when negotiating.
The second edition Student's Books contain clearly defined topic and skills-based units, real-world tasks and more case studies, all which are instantly relevant to everyday business life development. The CD-ROM has an interactive glossary and class audio as MP3 downloads.
Matthew: An Interpretation Bible Commentary explores, with theological and pastoral sensitivity, how the Gospel of Matthew might be understood today by readers who receive it as its intended audience. It leads us to understand how the church can embody God's abiding presence in the world and how Christ's followers can carry forward the spirit and message of Jesus. This volume also offers summaries of 17 prominent themes developed throughout Matthew and provides several excursuses illuminating special topics.
PRESENTING IN ENGLISH is a breakthrough in teaching English for professional purposes. Its radical new approach combines the language and skills needed to give truly effective presentations.
'In Company' is a multi-level business English course for professionals. The course aims to develop language skills by focusing on activities, examples and exercises drawn from the real world of modern business.
