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Double Celebration for 60th Anniversary
Author: A Scholar's Path
Author: Peter Min-Liang ChenPublisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814317489
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 635
Book Description
English translation and appreciation by Peter Chen and Michael TanReviewed by Chan Chiu MingAn original English translation from the Chinese text: Comprises 60 poems (85 verses) and three prose compositionsOpens a window to the heart and mind of a Chinese scholar who lived from the late Qing through the 1950sReflects the life of a pioneer writer of Malayan-Singapore Chinese Literature: his personal tragedies, struggles, disappointments and the joy in his family, friends and his poetryEnglish explanations for many interesting expressions and allusions used in Chinese classical poetryEnables an English language reader to enjoy the rich and colourful heritage of Chinese culture and language A companion edition of the book in Chinese is available ? the original classical text translated into modern Chinese and profusely annotated by Associate Professor Dr Chan Chiu Ming of National Institute of Education, Singapore.
Wham-O Super-Book
Author: Tim WalshPublisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811864459
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Wham-O's irresistible toys practically define childhood for an entire generation. The Frisbee, Hula Hoop, SuperBall, Slip 'N Slide, Silly String, and Hacky Sack are all cherished companions that brought kids together and still enjoy an enduring popularity today. Super-Book ("the most fantastic book ever created by science") showcases these amazing toys and a wide array of entertaining and downright odd playthings dreamed up by a company started by two childhood friends. Released in time for the 60th anniversary of Wham-O and featuring an engaging history of each plaything, colorful vintage packaging and ads, as well as photographs of the toys, this boisterous book is sure to inspire nostalgia and a trip to the nearest park, Frisbee in hand.
I Am Canada
Author: Heather PattersonPublisher: Scholastic Canada
ISBN: 144316304X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A beautiful picture book featuring artwork by Canada's finest illustrators -- a true-north tribute to our nation and its children, from coast to coast to coast! Simple text describes the ample space available to our children in this country, and the freedom they have to grow and dream and share. With artwork from 13 of Canada's finest illustrators, each page is a celebration and a reminder of the infinite variety of our home and native land. Heather Patterson's free verse poem I Am Canada, originally published in 1996, gets new life in this beautiful, illustrated hardcover timed to celebrate both Canada's 150th year and Scholastic Canada's 60th anniversary.
Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of 'Things Fall Apart'
Author: Désiré BaloubiPublisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030507971
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
This book celebrates Chinua Achebe, one of the most profound and famous African writers of our time, and his widely read masterpiece, Things Fall Apart. The novel remains a “must read” literary text for reasons the many contributors to this book make clear in their astute readings. Their perspectives offer thought provoking and critically insightful considerations for scholars of all ages, cultures and genders.
Dick Tracy's Fiendish Foes
Author: Max Allan CollinsPublisher: St Martins Press
ISBN: 9780312063382
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 309
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Standard Theory Of Particle Physics, The: Essays To Celebrate Cern's 60th Anniversary
Author: Luciano MaianiPublisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814733520
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 484
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'The editors make a good point in claiming the time has come to upgrade the Standard Model into the ‘Standard Theory’ of particle physics, and I think this book deserves a place in the bookshelves of a broad community, from the scientists and engineers who contributed to the progress of high-energy physics to younger physicists, eager to learn and enjoy the corresponding inside stories.'Carlos LourençoCERN CourierThe book gives a quite complete and up-to-date picture of the Standard Theory with an historical perspective, with a collection of articles written by some of the protagonists of present particle physics. The theoretical developments are described together with the most up-to-date experimental tests, including the discovery of the Higgs Boson and the measurement of its mass as well as the most precise measurements of the top mass, giving the reader a complete description of our present understanding of particle physics.
Aged 60 Years Vintage Dude
Author: Blue Heron Blue Heron BooksPublisher:
ISBN: 9781986874212
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Languages : en
Pages : 60
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Celebrate a 60th Birthday for Men with this classic and funny Vintage Dude Guest BookThe book has spaces for up to 40 guests to fill in name and comments or advice and wishes Extra pages in the back for filling in special moments, to list the gifts, and to highlight funny, touching and special memories. Makes a perfect extra gift for a memorable birthday. Great for: 60th Milestone Birthday 60th Birthday Guest Book for Men Men's Vintage Birthday Party Supplies Guest Book A memorable gift to record birthday wishes...
Assembly
Author: West Point Association of Graduates (Organization).Publisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 572
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