Reference & Language in Nonfiction eBooks

Practical Cookery for the Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Professional Cookery

by Professor David Foskett, Neil Rippington, Steve Thorpe, Patricia Paskins ...

Master culinary skills and prepare for assessment with the book which professional chefs have relied on for over 50 years to match the qualification and support their training and careers.With 460 recipes covering both classic dishes and the latest methods used in real, Michelin-starred kitchens, this book is structured exactly around the units and requirements of the Level 3 Advanced Technical ... Read more

$55.99 NZD

Master culinary skills and prepare for assessment with the book which professional chefs have relied on for over 50 years to match the qualification and support their training and careers.With 460 recipes covering both classic dishes and the latest methods used in real, Michelin-starred kitchens, this book is structured exactly around the units and requirements of the Level 3 Advanced Technical
... Read more
New Zealand Sign Language

A Reference Grammar

by Rachel McKee ...

One of the country’s three official languages, New Zealand Sign Language evolved in the communities that grew from networks of Deaf children at three schools for the Deaf from the late nineteenth century. The Dictionary of New Zealand Sign Language (1997) now an invaluable online resource at nzsl.vuw.ac.nz and the Concise Dictionary of New Zealand Sign Language (BWB, 2003) were landmarks in ... Read more

$14.48 NZD

One of the country’s three official languages, New Zealand Sign Language evolved in the communities that grew from networks of Deaf children at three schools for the Deaf from the late nineteenth century. The Dictionary of New Zealand Sign Language (1997) now an invaluable online resource at nzsl.vuw.ac.nz and the Concise Dictionary of New Zealand Sign Language (BWB, 2003) were landmarks in
... Read more
Learn French while you rest - 1000 phrases - Vol 1

by Vincent Lefrancois ...

This series offers you to learn 1000 French phrases while doing other things. Just download the audio file from our platform French4me.net and you will be ready to start listening, repeating and learning French phrases.I will first read one time the phrases in English then I will read the French version of these phrases 3 times at different speeds:-Normal pace-slow pace (pronouncing each word) ... Read more

$10.03 NZD

This series offers you to learn 1000 French phrases while doing other things. Just download the audio file from our platform French4me.net and you will be ready to start listening, repeating and learning French phrases.I will first read one time the phrases in English then I will read the French version of these phrases 3 times at different speeds:-Normal pace-slow pace (pronouncing each word)
... Read more
Talk

The Science of Conversation

by Elizabeth Stokoe ...

We spend much of our days talking. Yet we know little about the conversational engine that drives our everyday lives. We are pushed and pulled around by language far more than we realize, yet are seduced by stereotypes and myths about communication.This book will change the way you think about talk. It will explain the big pay-offs to understanding conversation scientifically.Elizabeth Stokoe, a ... Read more

$13.99 NZD

We spend much of our days talking. Yet we know little about the conversational engine that drives our everyday lives. We are pushed and pulled around by language far more than we realize, yet are seduced by stereotypes and myths about communication.This book will change the way you think about talk. It will explain the big pay-offs to understanding conversation scientifically.Elizabeth Stokoe, a
... Read more
Is That a Fish in Your Ear?

Translation and the Meaning of Everything

by David Bellos ...

People speak different languages, and always have. The Ancient Greeks took no notice of anything unless it was said in Greek; the Romans made everyone speak Latin; and in India, people learned their neighbours' languages - as did many ordinary Europeans in times past. But today, we all use translation to cope with the diversity of languages. Without translation there would be no world news, not ... Read more

$17.99 NZD

People speak different languages, and always have. The Ancient Greeks took no notice of anything unless it was said in Greek; the Romans made everyone speak Latin; and in India, people learned their neighbours' languages - as did many ordinary Europeans in times past. But today, we all use translation to cope with the diversity of languages. Without translation there would be no world news, not
... Read more
France on Trial

The Case of Marshal Pétain

by Julian Jackson ...

Winner of the Duff Cooper Prize 2023A Telegraph, Times, Spectator and *Prospect*Book of the YearOne of the great contemporary historians of France on one of the most controversial periods of twentieth-century French historyFew images more shocked the French population during the Occupation than the photograph of Marshal Philippe Pétain - th... ... Read more

$20.99 NZD

Winner of the Duff Cooper Prize 2023A Telegraph, Times, Spectator and *Prospect*Book of the YearOne of the great contemporary historians of France on one of the most controversial periods of twentieth-century French historyFew images more shocked the French population during the Occupation than the photograph of Marshal Philippe Pétain - th...
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Learn French Verbs - Conjugation

by Vincent Lefrancois ...

Learn French Verbs - Conjugation - Subjonctif Présent (+ AUDIO)The 200 most used French verbs conjugated in the Subjunctive Present tense---------------------------About the author:Vincent Lefrançois has taught French at higher education levels for the past 28 years and has created online educational content for the past 15 years. He is French, born in the Loire Valley, which is considered by the ... Read more

$1.43 NZD

Learn French Verbs - Conjugation - Subjonctif Présent (+ AUDIO)The 200 most used French verbs conjugated in the Subjunctive Present tense---------------------------About the author:Vincent Lefrançois has taught French at higher education levels for the past 28 years and has created online educational content for the past 15 years. He is French, born in the Loire Valley, which is considered by the
... Read more
If You Were There

Missing People and the Marks They Leave Behind

by Francisco Garcia ...

‘One of the non-fiction books of the year.’ Andrew O’ HaganA powerful, evocative and deeply personal journey into the world of missing peopleWhen Francisco Garcia was just seven years old, his father, Christobal, left his family. Unemployed, addicted to drink and drugs, and adrift in life, Christobal decided he would rather disappear altogether than carry on dealing with the problems in front of ... Read more

$9.99 NZD

‘One of the non-fiction books of the year.’ Andrew O’ HaganA powerful, evocative and deeply personal journey into the world of missing peopleWhen Francisco Garcia was just seven years old, his father, Christobal, left his family. Unemployed, addicted to drink and drugs, and adrift in life, Christobal decided he would rather disappear altogether than carry on dealing with the problems in front of
... Read more
Bilingual Parenting

A Practical Guide

by Nicky Gentil ...

Bilingual Parenting debunks the negative myths that are sometimes associated with a bilingual upbringing, explores the numerous, diverse benefits, and ultimately provides the keys to achieving lasting results. Explanations regarding linguistic malleability in the brain and palate during early childhood will be of particular interest for parents who are raising or considering raising their children ... Read more

$12.51 NZD

Bilingual Parenting debunks the negative myths that are sometimes associated with a bilingual upbringing, explores the numerous, diverse benefits, and ultimately provides the keys to achieving lasting results. Explanations regarding linguistic malleability in the brain and palate during early childhood will be of particular interest for parents who are raising or considering raising their children
... Read more
A Patriot's Calling

My Life as an F-16 Fighter Pilot

by Lt Colonel Dan Rooney ...

A decorated fighter pilot and PGA professional tells the story of his life and service—to both his nation and others—in this remarkable memoir that is a stirring record of faith, patriotism, family, philanthropy, and golf.What does it mean to be a patriot? For Oklahoma native Dan Rooney, it is someone who not only puts his life on the line for country, but who opens his heart and mind and seeks to ... Read more

$12.99 NZD

A decorated fighter pilot and PGA professional tells the story of his life and service—to both his nation and others—in this remarkable memoir that is a stirring record of faith, patriotism, family, philanthropy, and golf.What does it mean to be a patriot? For Oklahoma native Dan Rooney, it is someone who not only puts his life on the line for country, but who opens his heart and mind and seeks to
... Read more
Spanish Verb Conjugator

The most common verbs fully conjugated

by Charles Cartwright ...

Fluo's Spanish Verb Conjugator is a hands-on verb conjugation book, suitable for every learner of Spanish.If you're tired of endless verb conjugation tables that mostly confuse rather than help you learn conjugating verbs, this book will actually teach you how to conjugate: around 500 of the most common Spanish verbs, all fully conjugated and organized in a practical, dictionary-like manner, so ... Read more

$7.18 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Fluo's Spanish Verb Conjugator is a hands-on verb conjugation book, suitable for every learner of Spanish.If you're tired of endless verb conjugation tables that mostly confuse rather than help you learn conjugating verbs, this book will actually teach you how to conjugate: around 500 of the most common Spanish verbs, all fully conjugated and organized in a practical, dictionary-like manner, so
... Read more
Essays on Employer Engagement in Education

Edited by Anthony Mann, Prue Huddleston, Elnaz Kashefpakdel ...

Building on new theories about the meaning of employability in the twenty-first century and the power of social and cultural capital in enabling access to economic opportunities, Essays on Employer Engagement in Education considers how employer engagement is delivered and explores the employment and attainment outcomes linked to participation.Introducing international policy, research and ... Read more

$116.08 NZD

Building on new theories about the meaning of employability in the twenty-first century and the power of social and cultural capital in enabling access to economic opportunities, Essays on Employer Engagement in Education considers how employer engagement is delivered and explores the employment and attainment outcomes linked to participation.Introducing international policy, research and
... Read more
The Kids' Guide to Getting Your Words on Paper

Simple Stuff to Build the Motor Skills and Strength for Handwriting

by Lauren Brukner ...

Illustrated by Elissa Elwick ...

Does your hand ache when you write?Packed with fun and simple ideas to help kids feel good about writing, this handwriting book with a difference helps children embed the strength and skills they need to get the most out of their written work, at home and school!From different kinds of cushions, hand warm-ups, and cool eye scan exercises, and pencil grips to yoga balls in cardboard boxes, ... Read more

$31.87 NZD

Does your hand ache when you write?Packed with fun and simple ideas to help kids feel good about writing, this handwriting book with a difference helps children embed the strength and skills they need to get the most out of their written work, at home and school!From different kinds of cushions, hand warm-ups, and cool eye scan exercises, and pencil grips to yoga balls in cardboard boxes,
... Read more
A Dictionary of English Folklore

by Jacqueline Simpson, Steve Roud ...

Series series Oxford Quick Reference
Are there any legends about cats? Is Cinderella an English story? What is a Mumming Play? The subject of folklore covers an extremely wide field, with connections to virtually every aspect of life. It ranges from the bizarre to the seemingly mundane. Similarly, folklore is as much a feature of the modern technological age as the ancient world, of every part of the country, both urban and rural, ... Read more

$54.64 NZD

Are there any legends about cats? Is Cinderella an English story? What is a Mumming Play? The subject of folklore covers an extremely wide field, with connections to virtually every aspect of life. It ranges from the bizarre to the seemingly mundane. Similarly, folklore is as much a feature of the modern technological age as the ancient world, of every part of the country, both urban and rural,
... Read more
The Complete Pokemon Pokedex

by Aqua Apps ...

Need a handy guide for all the Pokemon out there? This guide will help you identify all of 'em WITH pictures! ... Read more

$3.25 NZD

Need a handy guide for all the Pokemon out there? This guide will help you identify all of 'em WITH pictures!
... Read more
20,000 Leagues Under The Sea

by Jules Verne ...

Series series Collins Classics
HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics.'The sea is everything. It covers seven tenths of the terrestrial globe. Its breath is pure and healthy. It is an immense desert, where man is never lonely, for he feels life stirring on all sides.'Scientist Pierre Aronnax and his colleagues set out on an expedition to find a strange sea monster and are captured by the ... Read more

$5.99 NZD

HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics.'The sea is everything. It covers seven tenths of the terrestrial globe. Its breath is pure and healthy. It is an immense desert, where man is never lonely, for he feels life stirring on all sides.'Scientist Pierre Aronnax and his colleagues set out on an expedition to find a strange sea monster and are captured by the
... Read more
Homeschool Your Child for Free

More Than 1,400 Smart, Effective, and Practical Resources for Educating Your Family at Home

by LauraMaery Gold, Joan M. Zielinski ...

For Families Who Want to Splurge on Education but Scrimp on SpendingAre you considering homeschooling your child, but don't know where to go for the best educational resources? The Internet is an open door to the biggest library/laboratory the world has ever seen—and it's all at your fingertips for free! This never-ending source of information, adventure, and educational experiences for the entire ... Read more

$8.79 NZD

For Families Who Want to Splurge on Education but Scrimp on SpendingAre you considering homeschooling your child, but don't know where to go for the best educational resources? The Internet is an open door to the biggest library/laboratory the world has ever seen—and it's all at your fingertips for free! This never-ending source of information, adventure, and educational experiences for the entire
... Read more
A Heart Full of Headstones

The number one bestselling series that inspired BBC One’s REBUS

by Ian Rankin ...

Series Book 24 - A Rebus Novel
THE BRAND NEW REBUS THRILLER FROM THE ICONIC NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER. ONE OF THE MUST-READ NOVELS OF THE YEAR.'I loved it - Rebus is one of fiction's greatest creations' MARIAN KEYESJohn Rebus stands accused: the once legendary detective is on trial, facing the rest of his life behind bars.How does a hero turn villain?Or have times changed, and the rules with them?Detective Inspector Siobhan C... ... Read more

Was $13.99 NZD Now $4.99 NZD

THE BRAND NEW REBUS THRILLER FROM THE ICONIC NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER. ONE OF THE MUST-READ NOVELS OF THE YEAR.'I loved it - Rebus is one of fiction's greatest creations' MARIAN KEYESJohn Rebus stands accused: the once legendary detective is on trial, facing the rest of his life behind bars.How does a hero turn villain?Or have times changed, and the rules with them?Detective Inspector Siobhan C...
... Read more
Mr Wilman’s Motoring Adventure

Top Gear, Grand Tour and Twenty Years of Magic and Mayhem

by Andy Wilman ...

Lift the bonnet on 20 years of magic and mayhem on Top Gear and The Grand Tour - from the mysterious man behind the camera . . .The perfect gift for fans of fast cars, big laughs and full-throttle TV adventures!--Top Gear turned gloomy Sunday nights into celebratory Friday nights.It made household names of presenters Clarkson, Hammond and May, their unique chemistry and bud... ... Read more

$18.99 NZD

Lift the bonnet on 20 years of magic and mayhem on Top Gear and The Grand Tour - from the mysterious man behind the camera . . .The perfect gift for fans of fast cars, big laughs and full-throttle TV adventures!--Top Gear turned gloomy Sunday nights into celebratory Friday nights.It made household names of presenters Clarkson, Hammond and May, their unique chemistry and bud...
... Read more
Acting and How to Survive It

by Peter Feeney ...

Everything you wanted to know about acting but were too afraid to ask... here the first-ever book published in New Zealand about acting technique, 'Acting and How to Survive it' also takes in surviving and thriving in this most challenging and alluring of vocations. Tailored to the Australian and New Zealand actor, Peter Feeney has written an indispensable guide for both the beginner and mid ... Read more

$25.45 NZD

Everything you wanted to know about acting but were too afraid to ask... here the first-ever book published in New Zealand about acting technique, 'Acting and How to Survive it' also takes in surviving and thriving in this most challenging and alluring of vocations. Tailored to the Australian and New Zealand actor, Peter Feeney has written an indispensable guide for both the beginner and mid
... Read more
Toe-Up Socks for Every Body

by Wendy D. Johnson ...

Acclaimed knitter, author, designer, and teacher Wendy D. Johnson is back with the perfect sequel to her hit book Socks from the Toe Up. In Toe-Up Socks for Every Body, Wendy shows knitters, whether they’re knitting their first or hundred-and-first sock, how to use the toe-up technique to get the perfect fit. Not only that, she shows you that even seemingly complicated patterns are still knit just ... Read more

$24.31 NZD

Acclaimed knitter, author, designer, and teacher Wendy D. Johnson is back with the perfect sequel to her hit book Socks from the Toe Up. In Toe-Up Socks for Every Body, Wendy shows knitters, whether they’re knitting their first or hundred-and-first sock, how to use the toe-up technique to get the perfect fit. Not only that, she shows you that even seemingly complicated patterns are still knit just
... Read more
Why We Read

On Bookworms, Libraries, and Just One More Page Before Lights Out

by Shannon Reed ...

*NATIONAL BESTSELLER**A WGN Radio Best Book of 2024**A Good Housekeeping Reads pick*A hilarious and incisive exploration of the joys of reading from a "beloved and wonderful writer" (George Saunders), teacher, bibliophile, and Thurber Prize SemifinalistWe read to escape, to learn, to find love, to feel seen. We read to encounter new worlds, to discover new recipes, to find connection across ... Read more

$35.80 NZD

*NATIONAL BESTSELLER**A WGN Radio Best Book of 2024**A Good Housekeeping Reads pick*A hilarious and incisive exploration of the joys of reading from a "beloved and wonderful writer" (George Saunders), teacher, bibliophile, and Thurber Prize SemifinalistWe read to escape, to learn, to find love, to feel seen. We read to encounter new worlds, to discover new recipes, to find connection across
... Read more
On Teaching Science

Principles and Strategies That Every Educator Should Know

by Jeffrey Bennett ...

On Teaching Science is a short, practical guide to key principles and strategies that will help students learn in any subject at any level, but with special focus on the so-called STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) subjects. Based on a popular workshop developed by the author, the book begins with brief introductions to the nature of teaching and the nature of science, then ... Read more

$11.42 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

On Teaching Science is a short, practical guide to key principles and strategies that will help students learn in any subject at any level, but with special focus on the so-called STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) subjects. Based on a popular workshop developed by the author, the book begins with brief introductions to the nature of teaching and the nature of science, then
... Read more
The Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals

Enriched edition. Unraveling the Bizarre Legal Saga of Animal Trials

by E. P. Evans, Duncan Whitaker ...

E. P. Evans' "The Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals" is a groundbreaking exploration into the strange and often macabre intersection of animal rights and legal history. Through meticulous research and intricate analysis, Evans examines instances from medieval Europe, where animals were tried, prosecuted, and even executed for various alleged crimes. The book is infused with a ... Read more

Was $3.99 NZD Now $1.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

E. P. Evans' "The Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals" is a groundbreaking exploration into the strange and often macabre intersection of animal rights and legal history. Through meticulous research and intricate analysis, Evans examines instances from medieval Europe, where animals were tried, prosecuted, and even executed for various alleged crimes. The book is infused with a
... Read more

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