This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to Swedish sewing and needlework, with a special focus on transferring the skill to interior design. With interesting historical information simple, step-by-step instructions, “Text Book of Swedish Home Sloyd” will appeal to sewing enthusiast and those looking for inspiration within home decoration. Contents include: “Knitting”, “Introduction to Sewing and Needlework”, “Introduction”, “Holeseam”, “Halsom”, “Patterns”, “Fringe Plainting”, “Fr...

Emotions have moved center stage in many contemporary debates over religious diversity and multicultural recognition. As in other contested fields, emotions are often one-sidedly discussed as quintessentially subjective and individual phenomena, neglecting their social and cultural constitution. Moreover, emotionality in these debates is frequently attributed to the religious subject alone, disregarding the affective anatomy of the secular. This volume addresses these shortcomings, bringin...

A double shot of devastating news turns Justin Evanson’s life upside down. When he learns his father has cancer, and he has siblings he never knew existed, he leaves everything behind and moves to Virginia to support his dad as he tries to make amends with his family—a family Justin’s not sure he has a place in. Things go from bad to worse when he discovers his recent hookup is his newfound sister’s brother-in-law.Drew Sinclair never expected to see Justin after their night at the ...

Remember trying to learn a language at school? Remember trying to get your head around conjugating verbs? Past tense, present tense, present participle, imperfect subjunctive? Yes, that's right, it was all mind numbing. Language is not about perfect grammar. Language is about communication. Why not try our system. Learn to communicate quickly and easily in another language.

Remember trying to learn a language at school? Remember trying to get your head around conjugating verbs? Past tense, present tense, present participle, imperfect subjunctive? Yes, that's right, it was all mind numbing. Language is not about perfect grammar. Language is about communication. Why not try our system. Learn to communicate quickly and easily in another language.

This completely revised and updated edition of Teach Yourself Afrikaans is for all those who seek to communicate in Afrikaans It has been written for students with no previous experience or knowledge of the language, and is especially aimed at those who wish to study at home. The grammar, syntax and vocabulary of Afrikaans are introduced in carefully graded stages, and are illustrated with examples and exercises. Spoken Afrikaans is also given close attention, with examples of everyday con...

“Dis nie die een wat ek wil hê nie! Hierdie is dan die kleinste enetjie – die klein nikswerd in die werpsel! Ons het die beste en die dapperste hondjie nodig – die kampioen!” Jim se glimlag verdwyn en hy kyk fronsend na Fitz. “Moenie na sy grootte kyk nie! Dis hier binne!” sê Jim, hy wys na sy borskas. “Dis sy hart wat saakmaak!” Dis die 1870’s in Suid-Afrika – en goudkoors loop hoog. Van oraloor stroom delwers na dié pragtige, maar harde land, waar fortuine gemaak en verloor kan word en d...

Speak Swedish Instantly! Easy to follow; perfect for beginners. Over 1000 essential words and phrases. Perfect your pronunciation with transliteration. Practical and conversational. Easy reference dictionary included. No complex jargon or grammar. Over 1000 essential words and phrases in one handy guide. Transliteration and pronunciation guide to help you get started immediately.

In het negentien eeuwse Amsterdam gebeuren vreemde dingen; mannen raken lidloos. Brigadier Groenewei gaat op onderzoek uit. Met dit verhaal won Anaïd Haen de Unleash Award 2010.

An easy-to-use phrasebook, vocabulary and dictionary reference for anyone interested in learning Dutch or just getting down the basics in a wide array of situations: Problems, Numbers, Emergencies, Time, Days, Months, Color, Getting Around, Eating, Drinking, Shopping, Accommodation, and even more. Perfect for beginners. Ideal for travelers.

Colloquial Swedish provides a step-by-step course in Swedish as it is written and spoken today. Combining a user-friendly approach with a thorough treatment of the language, it equips learners with the essential skills needed to communicate confidently and effectively in Swedish in a broad range of situations. No prior knowledge of the language is required.This thoroughly revised new edition features:progressive coverage of speaking, listening, reading and wr...

Graphic design guru Tim Leong presents Star Wars trivia in an all-new way—through playful pie charts, bar graphs, and other data-driven infographics. From a Venn diagram of Yoda's idiosyncrasies to an organizational chart of the Empire to a line graph of Grand Moff Tarkin's management decisions, Star Wars Super Graphic shines a new light on the much-adored universe. Equal parts playful and informative, this visual love letter to the vast Star Wars universe will e...