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For writers of Roman historical fiction: a basic guide to family life, food & clothing, housing & travel, law & order, economics, religion, and entertainment. -- .

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A landmark of Enlightenment thought, Hume's Enquiry Concerning Human Understandingaccompanied here by two shorter works that shed light on it: A Letter from a Gentleman to His Friend in Edinburgh and his Abstract of A Treatise on Human Nature.

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Paul Baker recounts the story of Polari with skill, erudition and tenderness.

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The horror genre has one of the longest, most distinguished, and often misunderstood bloodlines in history. It is often overlooked by critics, Watson argues, who miss the hard-hitting commentary on society and life contained in these works.

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Writing the story of one's life sounds like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. Including excerpts from other writers' work to exemplify and inspire, this guide helps readers record the events of their lives for family and friends. It also provides ways to capture stories on paper and published biographies that will delight and motivate.

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Presents an introduction to Fichte's philosophical system and his place in the history of German Idealism. This title presents the English translations of "Introductions to the Wissenschaftslehre" and "The Basis of Our Belief in a Divine Governance of the World".

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Presents an introduction to Fichte's philosophical system and his place in the history of German Idealism. This title presents the English translations of "Introductions to the Wissenschaftslehre" and "The Basis of Our Belief in a Divine Governance of the World".

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Did you know that marmalade, pirate, sketch and purse trace their linguistic origins back to the Athens of 500 bce This book offers a word-by-word look at the influence of Greek on everyday words in English, telling the stories behind their etymological developments.

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This is the third, revised edition of Stuart Robson's highly successful guide to the grammar of the Javanese language, which is spoken by around 80,000,000 speakers on the island of Java. The book progresses from simple to more complex topics, facilitating a steady increase in language proficiency.

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Two screenwriters once walked into a Hollywood producer's office and said three words 'Jaws in space.' Those three words won them the contract for the blockbuster movie Alien. The ability to pitch well is essential for all writers, directors and producers in cinema and TV, drama, documentary and series. Strong pitching skills...

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Are you seeing your mates this arvo because its been yonks Do you shout ave a go, ya mug to your football team from the stands Perhaps youve recently developed a verandah bum. Aussie English may be the most inventive and creative language in the world. This larrikin lexicography by Kel Richards tells the stories behind almost a thousand Aussie words and phrases.

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Designed to meet the needs of both student and scholar, this edition of Leviathan offers a brilliant Introduction by Edwin Curley, modernized spelling and punctuation of the text, and the inclusion, along with historical and interpretive notes, of the most significant variants between the Englishversion of 1651 and the Latin version of 1668.

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Designed to meet the needs of both student and scholar, this edition of Leviathan offers a brilliant Introduction by Edwin Curley, modernized spelling and punctuation of the text, and the inclusion, along with historical and interpretive notes, of the most significant variants between the Englishversion of 1651 and the Latin version of 1668.

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Did you know that the Japanese have a word to express the way sunlight filters through the leaves of trees Or, that there's a Swedish word that means a traveller's particular sense of anticipation before a trip This book includes a collection full of surprises that will make you savour the elusive, untranslatable words that make up a language.

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Offering a systematic approach for aspiring and working screenwriters, "My Story Can Beat Up Your Story" helps writers create professional, sellable stories that work for every genre. The book features examples from more than 70 movies.

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This ultimate insider's guide reveals the secrets that none dare admit, told by a show biz veteran who's proven that you can sell your script if you can save the cat!

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"The Script-Selling Game" is like having a mentor in the business who answers readers' questions and provides them with not only valuable information, but real-life examples on how to maneuver their way through the Hollywood labyrinth.

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