![]() ![]() My tenderness of heart was even so conspicuous as to make me the jest of my companions. Hereafter, perhaps, some intellect may be found which will reduce my phantasm to the common-place-some intellect more calm, more logical, and far less excitable than my own, which will perceive, in the circumstances I detail with awe, nothing more than an ordinary succession of very natural causes and effects.įrom my infancy I was noted for the docility and humanity of my disposition. To me, they have presented little but Horror-to many they will seem less terrible than baroques. ![]() In their consequences, these events have terrified-have tortured-have destroyed me. My immediate purpose is to place before the world, plainly, succinctly, and without comment, a series of mere household events. But to-morrow I die, and to-day I would unburden my soul. Yet, mad am I not-and very surely do I not dream. Mad indeed would I be to expect it, in a case where my very senses reject their own evidence. For the most wild, yet most homely narrative which I am about to pen, I neither expect nor solicit belief. ![]()
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![]() ![]() ![]() I found myself becoming frustrated with the characters sometimes as they just 'didn't get it' yet. The reading is consistant from one book to the next if a little disconnected and flat.ĭid you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Humphrey, Los Angeles Public Library Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. In this trilogy, the author calls for a revolution in our hearts and mindsthink The Matrix.Corinda J. ![]() I've listened to her read the other books in the series. The second installment of Scott Westerfelds New York Times bestselling and award-winning Uglies series-a global phenomenon that started the dystopian trend. Westerfeld's themes include vanity, environmental conservation, Utopian idealism, fascism, violence, and love. Have you listened to any of Emily Tremaine’s other performances before? How does this one compare? I loved his awareness, determination, and independence. He seemed to always be on the up and up even though nobody directly included him. Scott Westerfelds wildly popular Uglies series has been praised for introducing thought-provoking issues of vanity, idealism, and self control to its legions of teen readers. Unfair question though as I almost always prefer audiobooks to their printed siblings.įausto! I've always had a soft spot for Fausto even though he was never anything more then a main-minor character. Maybe the Specials arent really protecting anyone but themselves. I seem to recall throwing the book a few times in moments of frustration-can't do that to an audiobook. Would you consider the audio edition of Specials to be better than the print version?īefore I bought the audiobook I read the whole series back when they were first published. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() It was an acerbic voice, wry and sharp and hilarious in places, deeply exuding pathos in others. If I want Fleabag, I would watch Fleabag, not read a book that is a bit like it…įortunately, I did persevere because it made the Women’s Prize shortlist and I pressed on – and it is not “like Fleabag“: Martha Friel’s voice was no imitation but distinctive, original and felt terribly authentic. And however much I enjoyed Fleabag – and I genuinely love that show and Phoebe Waller-Bridge generally, including her role in the Star Wars franchise which is the best droid ever! – that comparison put me off. I had avoided Meg Mason’s novel, even though it appeared on the Women’s Prize Longlist and Shortlist, because it was recommended to by in Waterstones, on two separate occasions in different stores as being ‘like Fleabag‘. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The original paper was addressed to the corporate and academic sustainability community but found a large general readership, being downloaded more than 600,000 times as of November 2019. He has since offered that as opinion, rather than fact, in a second version of the paper in 2020. ![]() In the paper, Bendell stated that near term social collapse due to climate disruption was inevitable. Bendell then chose to self-publish through the Institute for Leadership and Sustainability at the University of Cumbria. The paper was submitted to the Sustainability Accounting, Management and Policy Journal, but reviewers requested major revisions. The concept of Deep Adaptation was introduced in the 2018 paper " Deep Adaptation: A Map for Navigating Climate Tragedy" by University of Cumbria sustainability leadership professor Jem Bendell. The agenda includes values of nonviolence, compassion, curiosity and respect, with a framework for constructive action. The word “deep” indicates that strong measures are required to adapt to an unraveling of western industrial lifestyles. These disruptions would likely or inevitably cause uneven societal collapse in the next few decades. It presumes that extreme weather events and other effects of climate change will increasingly disrupt food, water, shelter, power, and social and governmental systems. Paper by Jem Bendell about climate breakdown and the need for 'deep adaptation.'ĭeep Adaptation is a concept, agenda, and international social movement. ![]() ![]() ![]() With the publication of Graham Farmelo’s book The Strangest Man, we have an account of Dirac’s life that is a tour de force.ĭirac’s Swiss father, Charles, taught French at the Merchant Venturers’ Technical College in Bristol and married Florence Holten in 1899. At the time of his passing in 1984 Dirac ranked among the greatest physicists of all time. Speaking at the ceremony, Stephen Hawking summed up Dirac’s life: “Dirac has done more than anyone this century, with the exception of Einstein, to advance physics and change our picture of the universe.” The plaque depicted Dirac’s equation in a compact relativistic form and the man himself would no doubt have appreciated its terse style. ![]() On 13 November 1995 the president of the Royal Society, Sir Michael Atiyah, unveiled a plaque in the nave of Westminster Abbey in London commemorating the life of Paul Dirac. ![]() ![]() As a result, food is less safe than before. Moss investigated food poisoning cases, and found that manufacturers manipulate safety procedures. The Pillsbury executive is concerned about his industry’s products’ effects on health. The author visits the research, production, and marketing divisions of sugary food producers. ![]() They continue to use salt, sugar and fat in their products even though those things are contributing to obesity. Government also accuses the food industry for making unhealthy foods that cause obesity.įood companies have a problem with the way they’re making their food. The media blames the food companies because they make people eat too much. Obesity rates have increased over recent decades, and as a result we’ve seen an epidemic of major diseases. These practices could lead to legal and political consequences for the food industry. They then advertise these products to consumers, including children, much like tobacco companies do. Industrial food companies use harmful ingredients to make processed foods. The author interviews many different people involved in this process, including scientists who have been researching the effects of salt, sugar, and fat on the human body for years. ![]() It talks about how companies are marketing unhealthy foods to children and adults alike, and people are becoming obese as a result of consuming these products. Salt Sugar Fat is a book that describes the modern food industry. 1-Page Summary of Salt Sugar Fat Overall Summary ![]() ![]() Booklist "As always, the story is full of spot-on dialogue that captures every enthusiastic remark or bashful comment added by these winning second graders. " disappearance adds an unexpected element of mystery to the narrative, which conveys a certain amount of information along with a vibrant attitude toward learning, an appreciation for the children's varied personalities, and a wry sense of humor." Oglethorpe, has brought to the second grade? And what does it have to do with the charms on Gooney's jingling silver bracelet? It looks as if another special story is in the works! But what on earth is in that scary-looking box that her uncle, Dr. ![]() ![]() Pidgeon's class to turn to page 52 in their science books to learn about one of the most spectacular scientific subjects of all-the human body! As usual, Gooney Bird has a special plan to make learning more fun. The morning bell has rung at Watertower Elementary School, and it's time for Mrs. Gooney is as funny, enthusiastic, and charming as ever in this sixth installment of the acclaimed series by two time Newbery Medalist Lois Lowry.īook Synopsis "A great choice for beginning chapter-book readers." - SLJ ![]() ![]() But when the skeleton goes missing, Gooney Bird must play the role of detective and lead her class in investigating the mystery at hand. Oglethorpe, has lent her second-grade classroom a real skeleton to help them study the human body. ![]() ![]() ![]() Once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. Clown in a Cornfield was EVERYTHING I was hoping it would be! They end up inviting Quinn to a Founder's Day party. ![]() They seem a little wild, but not all bad. ![]() It's a lot to process.īecause of this event, she ends up hanging out with some of the most popular kids in the school who also have to serve detention. An over-the-top teacher having a temper tantrum, even kicks her out of his classroom on her first day. The town seems like something straight out of a movie.Īttending school the following day, Quinn begins to get acquainted with the local kids. Worst of all, the pervy skeeve seems to be staring directly into her window. There's a mural painted on the side of a giant clown face. She notices an abandoned factory in the distance. Unpacking in her new room, Quinn gazes out over the expanse of fields surrounding them. Does anyone else find cornfields hella creepy? Hello, Missouri.Ĭue the eerie atmosphere. When they arrive at their new home, they discover a dilapidated farmhouse located in the middle of a cornfield. Since her Mom's tragic, and very public death, it was difficult to be there to deal with everyone's pitying looks. To be honest, Quinn was ready to leave Philadelphia anyway. After everything they've been through lately, she just wants to see him happy again. While he didn't ask for Quinn's opinion on the move, she is willing to let it slide. Quinn Maybrook moves to Kettle Springs after her Dad accepts the position as the town's new General Practitioner. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Teaser: Finally, Normal-Looking Klingons! 18. But that doesn’t mean they didn’t shine brightly when they had the chance. ![]() Some of these selections below didn’t last all that long - several Season 1s weren’t followed by Season 2s - as television, much like space itself, can be an unforgiving environment. (For the record, while “Lost in Space” Season 1 was a bit too grounded on one planet for consideration here, it may make the cut in future seasons.)ĭebating what counts as a “space show” is tricky, though one easy rule was that the show has to center around a spaceship or space station of some sort (sorry, stargates don’t count). Timed to the Season 3 premiere of Syfy’s “The Expanse” and the launch of the Netflix’s “Lost in Space” reboot, here’s a look back at all the great sci-fi television we’ve seen set in the cosmos, a rich tradition of storytelling that’s captured our imagination for decades. Space is a scary place, as we’ve seen in countless movies and TV shows - but the thrills that come with these stories prove that while the dangers of venturing off this planet are many, there are still thrills a’plenty in the great unknown, and adventures beyond our potential comprehension. ![]() ![]() Register to access online resources including tests, worksheets and answer keys. ![]() Learn about his early years in South Africa and Canada, move to Silicon valley and his plans to travel to Mars. This book tells the story of Elon Musk, American businessman and multi-billionaire. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear on most pages. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing first conditional, past continuous and present perfect simple for general experience. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Įlon Musk, a Level 3 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework. Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. ![]() The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning ( CEFR). Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. Written for learners of English as a foreign language, each title includes carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises. Please note that the eBook edition does NOT include access to the audio edition and digital book. ![]() Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series. ![]() |