The Story of Ain't: America, Its Language, and the Most Controversial Dictionary Ever Published

The Story of Ain’t by David Skinner is the captivating true chronicle of the creation of Merriam Webster’s Third New International Dictionary in 1961, the most controversial dictionary ever published. Skinner’s surprising and engaging, erudite and witty account will enthrall fans of Winchester’s The Professor and the Madman and The Meaning of Everything, and The Know-It-All by A.J. Jacobs, as it explores a culture in transition and the brilliant, colorful individuals behind it.

Fraudsters and Charlatans: A Peek at Some of History's Greatest Rogues

In 1817 a young woman of exotic appearance was found wandering near Bristol. She spoke in a language that no one could understand except, seemingly, a Portuguese sailor. He claimed that she was a Sumatran princess from the island of Javasu. Princess Caraboo, as she was known, became a national celebrity and lived in a grand style, entertaining many distinguished visitors. A few weeks later, however, she was exposed as Mary Baker, the daughter of a cobbler from Devonshire.

How to Be Interesting (In 10 Simple Steps)

You want to leave a mark, not a blemish. Be a hero, not a spectator. You want to be interesting. (Who doesn’t?) But sometimes it takes a nudge, a wake-up call, an intervention!—and a little help. This is where Jessica Hagy comes in. A writer and illustrator of great economy, charm, and insight, she’s created How to Be Interesting, a uniquely inspirational how-to that combines fresh and pithy lessons with deceptively simple diagrams and charts.

Compelling People: The Hidden Qualities That Make Us Influential

How People Judge You—And How To Come Out Looking Good

You will never look at people the same way again—including yourself—after this lively look at how we make character judgments.

 

Snapshots of Britain - Britannien in kleinen Geschichten

Language: English/German

Level: Beginner

This pocket guide contains in English-German Parallel Print short stories, reports, poems, notes and recipes from Great Britain. Some general, some from London, some from England, some from Wales, some from Scotland, some from Ireland. All are original for this book is written in simple English, how to learn to speak British primary school children - today, not yesterday!