Not only the precursor to Lost, but generally considered to be the first novel written in the English language. Storms, shipwrecks, a mysterious island ... and cannibals!
From the chat codes "PAW" or "Code 9" that teens use to let their friends know that parents are eavesdropping, to the high-powered, computer-driven encryptions used by governments to prevent foreign powers from stealing classified information, covert language is ubiquitous in our society. Now, in Secret Language, Barry Blake takes the reader on a fascinating excursion down this mysterious trail of words, ranging across time and culture. With revelations on every page, and sample codes and puzzles for the reader to crack, it will entertain everyone with an urge to know more about the most arcane and curious uses of language.
The Facts On File Illustrated Guide To The Human Body:Cells and Genetics
This book is a concise, illustrated guide to the anatomy, physiology, well-being, and disorders of human cells, chromosomes, and genes. It has been written and illustrated specially for students and laypeople interested in cell biology, medicine, health, and hygiene. The subject is dealt with in clear steps, so that the reader can steadily acquire a good overall understanding.
That's the last component of the course Magic Box 3. It's the book for reading. All the stories are provided with the exercises (pre-text and post-text). This book will be interesting for all young learners.
