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Год издания 2000

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An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles is an authoritative reference in a breathtakingly beautiful volume, one that will leave every reader with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and - yes -fondness for these amazing creatures and their place in nature. In terms of numbers, beetles are the most successful creatures on earth: about 350,000 species of beetles have been described since 1758. They range from tiny to gigantic, occupy sundry habitats, and eat everything - plants, animals, and their own remains. An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles provides an engaging look at these magnificent yet poorly understood creatures and highlights the absolutely essential role they play in the dynamics of nearly every terrestrial ecosystem on Earth. And, as this book beautifully demonstrates, the aesthetics of beetle design are amazing. The fantastic colors and shapes of these creatures warrant the gorgeous color photography lavished on them in this book.

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A beautifully illustrated story of the storied trolls of Iceland.

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Tailor made for the revised First Certificate in English examination, this course offers graded practice, advice and guidance, equipping students with the skills and language ability needed to tackle each task type with confidence. The coursebook offers: - exam training, including Exam Focus sections giving guidance on how to approach different question types; - thought-provoking texts and a wide variety of tasks to improve key exam reading skills; - systematic development of writing skills, including analysis of students answers, and a Writing Reference section; - consolidation and practice of all major grammatical areas with a special focus on common errors, plus a Grammar Reference section; - coverage of all essential vocabulary, including phrasal verbs and word formation; - regular Review pages and Progress checks; - and a wide range of speaking activities, including substantial practice in all Paper Five speaking tasks.