McGraw Hill

"Street Law: A Course in Practical Law" published by Glencoe (now McGraw-Hill Education) is a widely used textbook designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of the legal system and its practical applications.

Oversized Paperback (4 to 6 lbs)

New Jersey

Government

Street Law’s interactive methods focus on legal issues relevant to students’ lives as they help students develop the knowledge and skills essential in our law-related society. Features: • Intellectual property coverage invites students to consider issues related to ownership of ideas. • Case Studies illustrate legal issues in the context of real-life and hypothetical situations. • FYIs contain practical information for dealing with various legal problems. • Human Rights U.S.A. offers an opportunity to study human rights issues in the United States. • Law in Action uses hypothetical scenarios to explain legal processes. • You Be the Judge involves students in considering and deciding the outcome of a legal situation. • Where You Live highlights variations in local law and procedures and highlights law where students live. • Youth Act helps students learn how to advocate for change in their community and how to solve problems without going to court. • Legal Documents are reproduced in the text to aid students’ understanding.

Street Law: a Course in Practical Law, Student Edition

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Kayvion Lewis

"Thieves' Gambit" by Kayvion Lewis is a thrilling young adult novel that plunges readers into a world of high-stakes heists and cutthroat competition. 

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

Thieves' Gambit

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Jurgen Wolff

Kerry Cox

"Successful Scriptwriting" by Jurgen Wolff and Kerry Cox is a guide designed to take aspiring screenwriters through the entire process of crafting a screenplay. 

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Successful Scriptwriting

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Jim Bernhard

It's important to clarify that Jim Bernhard's work spans a variety of literary and theatrical endeavors, not solely a single "theater guidebook." Here's a description that encompasses his contributions, drawing from available information:

Jim Bernhard is a multifaceted figure in the world of theater and literature. His work encompasses:   

Playwriting and Musical Theater:
He has authored numerous dramatic works, including musicals. His plays have been produced in various theaters, showcasing his ability to craft engaging narratives.
Notable works include collaborations on musicals like "Sir Jack" and "Scrooge," demonstrating his skill in blending storytelling with musical elements.
Literary Works:
Beyond playwriting, Bernhard has also produced a range of other books, including those related to wordplay and quizzes. This highlights his diverse interests and talents.   
Works such as "You're On!: The Theatre Quiz Book" shows his involvement with the more interactive side of theatre.   
General overview:
Jim Bernhard's contributions reflect a deep engagement with the performing arts and a passion for language and storytelling. His works cater to both theater enthusiasts and those who appreciate witty and engaging literary content.
Therefore, rather than a traditional guidebook, his work offers a collection of plays, musicals, and literary pieces that contribute to the broader landscape of theater and entertainment.



The Theatre Quiz Book

You're On!

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James Monaco

"How to Read a Film" by James Monaco is a highly regarded and influential book that serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the language and art of cinema.

The World of Movies, Media, Multimedia: Language, History, Theory

Explores the medium of film as both art and craft, sensibility and science, tradition and technology.

How to Read a Film

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Stephen Lowenstein

Twenty Celebrated Directors Talk about Their First Film

Candid interviews with leading filmmakers about their first films including Ang Lee, Pedro Almodovar, Oliver Stone, Allison Anders, The Coen Brothers, and others In these vivid and revealing interviews, a diverse collection of filmmakers talk in extraordinary detail and with amazing candor about making their first films. Each chapter focuses on a director's celebrated debut and tells the inside story of the film's creation. Along the way, every aspect of the movie industry is explored-from writing the script and raising the money to casting the actors and assembling the crew, from shooting and editing to selling the movie and screening it. These interviews are not only memoirs of particular movies; each one is also an emotional journey in which the director relives the pain and elation, the comedy and tragedy, of making a first feature film.

My First Movie

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Laurence Tribe

Joshua Matz

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

The Roberts Court and the Constitution

An assessment of how the Supreme Court under Chief Justice John Roberts is significantly influencing the nation's laws and reinterpreting the Constitution includes in-depth analysis of recent rulings and their implications.

Uncertain Justice

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Scott King

"Finish the Script! A College Screenwriting Course in Book Form" by Scott King is a practical guide designed to demystify the screenwriting process. 

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

A College Screenwriting Course in Book Form

Based on actual class lectures and assignments, Finish the Script! offers an inside look into the screenwriting process as it's author writes a screenplay from scratch along with the reader. By taking a step-by-step approach to writing, Finish the Script!, ditches theory and focuses on the actual process. It's a full college course squeezed into a book, complete with exercises and sample assignments. It shows how messy first drafts can be and how to fix problems and mistakes when doing a rewrite. Stop worrying about getting the perfect treatment, exact structure, or fitting your story into a generic mold and start writing because it's the only way you'll finish your script.

Finish the Script!

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John Vorhaus

The guide of becoming funny even when you’re not!

Philosophy

How to Be Funny Even If You're Not

A straightforward, often humorous workbook approach to comedy writing as creative problem-solving. In it, veteran Hollywood comedy writer John Vorhaus offers his tools of the trade to writers, comics, and anyone else who wants to be funny. Among these indispensable tools are Clash of Context, Tension and Release, The Law of Comic Opposites, The Wildly Inappropriate Response, and The Myth of the Last Great Idea. Readers will learn that comedy = truth and pain (the essence of the comic situation), that fear is the biggest roadblock to comedy (kill the ferocious editor within and rich, useful comic ideas will flow), and much more.

The Comic Toolbox

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Caroline Myss

“Sacred Contracts" by Caroline Myss is a book that delves into the concept of a predetermined life purpose, or "Sacred Contract," that each individual holds. 

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Awakening Your Divine Potential

Introduces a program for self-discovery and divine connection that helps readers determine their higher purpose in life, a process that promotes emotional well-being, healthier relationships, and spiritual rebirth.

Sacred Contracts

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José Ortega y Gasset

Social upheaval in early twentieth-century Europe is the historical setting for this seminal study by the Spanish philosopher Jos?Ortega y Gasset of the "mass man"?he phenomenon of mass culture that more than any other factor stamps the character of modern life. Continuously in print since 1932, Ortega's analysis of Western culture as sinking to its lowest common denomenator and drifting toward chaos brought its author international fame and has remained one of the most influential books of our time.

Revolt of the Masses

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Nancy Fuller Scoggin

This book provides thorough reviews of all the topics covered on the AP Music Theory exam. This includes music fundamentals, harmonic organization, melodic dictation, and more.   

Art, music, drama/theater

With Downloadable Audio Files

Always study with the most up-to-date prep! Look for AP Music Theory, ISBN 9781506264097, on sale September 01, 2020. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from third-party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitles included with the product.

AP Music Theory

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Eliot Schrefer

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Congo is a dangerous place, even for people who are trying to do good.



When Sophie has to visit her mother at her sanctuary for bonobos, she's not thrilled to be there. Then Otto, an infant bonobo, comes into her life, and for the first time she feels responsible for another creature.



But peace does not last long for Sophie and Otto. When an armed revolution breaks out in the country, the sanctuary is attacked, and the two of them must escape unprepared into the jungle. Caught in the crosshairs of a lethal conflict, they must struggle to keep safe, to eat, and to live.



In ENDANGERED, Eliot Schrefer plunges us into a heart-stopping exploration of the things we do to survive, the sacrifices we make to help others, and the tangled geography that ties us all, human and animal, together.



Endangered

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Garr Reynolds

Provides lessons to help users design and deliver creative presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.

Presentation Zen: Simple Ideas on Presentation Design and Delivery

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Ivelisse Housman

The start of a swoony, high-energy duology that Emily Lloyd-Jones, author of The Bone Houses, calls "reminiscent of classic fairytales yet brimming with a charm all its own."



"A world of glimmering fae that sparkles with mystery, adventure, and enchantment." --Andrew Joseph White, New York Times bestselling author of Hell Followed with Us



Iselia "Seelie" Graygrove looks just like her twin, Isolde...but as an autistic changeling left in the human world by the fae as an infant, she has always known she is different. Seelie's unpredictable magic makes it hard for her to fit in--and draws her and Isolde into the hunt for a fabled treasure. In a heist gone wrong, the sisters make some unexpected allies and find themselves unraveling a mystery that has its roots in the history of humans and fae alike.



Both sisters soon discover that the secrets of the faeries may be more valuable than any pile of gold and jewels. But can Seelie harness her magic in time to protect her sister and herself?



"Housman's stunning debut is the sort of love letter only an autistic author could write. Fae canon has been waiting for this one." --H.E. Edgmon, author of The Witch King



 

Unseelie

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Gordon Korman

"The Superteacher Project" by Gordon Korman is a middle-grade novel that blends humor, mystery, and a touch of science fiction. Here's a breakdown of its key elements:

The Mysterious New Teacher:
The story revolves around Mr. Aidact, a new homeroom teacher at Brightling Middle School, who quickly raises suspicions among the students.
His unusual behavior and uncanny abilities lead the students to believe that something is not quite right.
A Secret Revealed:
It is revealed that Mr. Aidact is actually an AI robot, part of a secret experimental program by the Department of Education.
Student Investigation:
Students, particularly Oliver Zahn, a known rule-breaker, take it upon themselves to uncover the truth about their new teacher.
Themes Explored:
The book explores themes of artificial intelligence, what it means to be human, and the qualities that make a good teacher.
It also delves into the dynamics between students and teachers, and the importance of empathy and understanding.
Humor and Engaging Narrative:
Gordon Korman's signature humor and fast-paced storytelling make the book an engaging read for middle-grade audiences.
The book uses multiple narrators, giving different view points of the events.
School Story with a Twist:
It is a school story that takes a modern twist, by adding the element of a robot teacher.
In essence, "The Superteacher Project" is a fun and thought-provoking novel that explores the intersection of technology and education, while delivering a humorous and entertaining story.

From Gordon Korman, the bestselling author of Restart and The Unteachables, comes a hilarious new story about a mysterious new teacher who turns out to be an AI robot from a secret experimental program. Oliver Zahn, spitball champion and self-declared rule-wrecker of Brightling Middle School, is not a fan of his new homeroom teacher, Mr. Aidact. The guy is sort of stiff, never cracks a smile, and refers to them as "pupils." The worst part is he catches Oliver before he can pull any of his signature pranks! It's time for Oliver and his best friend, Nathan, to show the new teacher who's boss. But as the weeks go by, they start to realize that Mr. Aidact is not what they expected. He has an uncanny ability to remember song lyrics or trivia. When the girls' field hockey team needs a new coach, he suddenly turns out to be an expert. He never complains when other teachers unload work on him--even when it's lunchroom duty and overseeing detention. Against all odds, Mr. Aidact starts to become the most popular teacher at Brightling. Still, Oliver and Nathan know that something is fishy. They're determined to get to the bottom of the mystery: What's the deal with Mr. Aidact?

The Superteacher Project

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Scott Westerfeld

"Afterworlds" by Scott Westerfeld is a unique and ambitious novel that blends two distinct narratives into a single, compelling story. Here's a description of what the book entails:

Dual Narrative Structure:
The book alternates between two storylines:
One follows Darcy Patel, a young writer who sells her debut novel, a paranormal thriller titled "Afterworlds," to a New York publisher.
The other is the actual text of Darcy's novel, which tells the story of Lizzie Scofield, a teenage survivor of a terrorist attack who fakes her death and enters the "afterworlds," a realm between life and death.
Metafiction and Writing Process:
"Afterworlds" delves deeply into the process of writing, publishing, and navigating the literary world.
Darcy's chapters provide insight into the challenges and joys of being a young author, including dealing with deadlines, critiques, and the social dynamics of the writing community.
Exploration of Life, Death, and Identity:
Lizzie's narrative explores themes of mortality, identity, and the nature of reality.
The "afterworlds" setting allows for philosophical explorations of life after death and the boundaries between different realms.
Genre Blending:
The book seamlessly blends elements of contemporary young adult fiction, paranormal thriller, and metafiction.
It caters to readers interested in both realistic portrayals of the writing life and imaginative explorations of the supernatural.
Complex and Thought-Provoking:
The book is long, and very in depth. It gives the reader much to consider about the writing process, and the nature of life itself.
In essence, "Afterworlds" is a multifaceted novel that offers a unique reading experience by intertwining a realistic portrayal of a writer's life with a fantastical exploration of the afterlife.

In alternating chapters, eighteen-year-old Darcy Patel navigates the New York City publishing world and Lizzie, the heroine of Darcy's novel, slips into the "Afterworld" to survive a terrorist attack and becomes a spirit guide, as both face many challenges and both fall in love.

Afterworlds

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Edward Tarbuck

Frederick Lutgens

Dennis Tasa

Comprehensive Coverage:
Tarbuck's Earth science texts typically cover a broad range of topics, including:
Geology (the study of the Earth's solid materials and structures)   
Oceanography (the study of the oceans)   
Meteorology (the study of the atmosphere and weather)   
Astronomy (the study of celestial objects)   
Accessible Writing Style:
These books are often praised for their clear and engaging writing style, making complex scientific concepts easier to understand.   
Visual Aids:
They are known for their use of high-quality illustrations, photographs, and diagrams to enhance learning.   
Educational Focus:
The texts are designed for introductory-level courses, aiming to provide a solid foundation in Earth science principles.   
Up-to-Date Information:
Editions are regularly updated to incorporate the latest scientific discoveries and advancements.   
Educational Resources:
Many of these books are also supplemented by online resources, like review questions, and other learning tools.   
In essence, "Earth science by Tarbuck" signifies educational materials that provide a thorough and accessible introduction to the various disciplines within Earth science.

Science

For introductory courses in earth science. Use dynamic media to bring Earth Science to life Earth Science answers the need for a straightforward text that excites readers about the world around them. Perfect for individuals with little-to-no background in science, the text covers geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy clearly and without technical jargon. Tarbuck, Lutgens, and Tasa are praised for their uncomplicated writing, dynamic media that help visualize physical processes, stunning art program that brings the "wow" factor, and valuable activities in Mastering Geology that provide activity-based learning to solidify readers' understanding. The 15th Edition incorporates the latest data and applications from Earth Science, new data analysis activities, and an updated dynamic mobile media and Mastering Geology program. Also available with Mastering Geology By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, Mastering personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student. With a wide range of activities available, students can actively learn, understand, and retain even the most difficult Earth Science concepts. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; Mastering Geology does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with Mastering Geology, ask your instructor to confirm the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and Mastering Geology search for: 013460993X / 9780134609935 Earth Science Plus Mastering Geology with eText -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 013454353X / 9780134543536 Earth Science 013460993X / 9780134609935 Mastering Geology with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Earth Science

Earth Science

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David C. Whitney

Robin Vaughn Whitney

"The American Presidents" by David C. Whitney is a reference work that provides biographical information on the presidents of the United States. Here's a general description based on common features of this type of book:

Comprehensive Biographies:
The book offers concise biographies of each U.S. president.
It delves into their backgrounds, political careers, and significant events during their presidencies.
Historical Context:
It aims to place each president's administration within the broader context of American history.
This helps readers understand the challenges and circumstances that shaped their decisions.
Evolution of the Presidency:
The work often explores how the role of the presidency has evolved over time.
It may analyze how different presidents have interpreted and exercised their powers.
Reference Material:
It serves as a valuable reference tool for students, researchers, and anyone interested in American presidential history.
Editions and Updates:
It is important to note that this book has had multiple editions. Therefore the information within will vary depending on which edition you are reading.
In essence, "The American Presidents" by David C. Whitney is designed to provide readers with a solid overview of the lives and presidencies of the individuals who have held the highest office in the United States.

The American Presidents

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Eric Anderson

Joshua Piven

Dennis Tito

"The Space Tourist's Handbook" by Eric Anderson, with Joshua Piven, is a guide designed to prepare individuals for the experience of space tourism. Here's a summary of its key features:   

Practical Information:
It provides practical information for those interested in traveling to space.   
It covers various aspects of space travel, including different types of flights, flight training, the launch process, and potential emergencies.   
It also addresses the challenges of living in a weightless environment, such as sleeping and using specialized facilities.   
Comprehensive Guide:
The book aims to give potential space tourists the same type of training that individuals receive through space tourism companies.
It includes step-by-step instructions for various aspects of space travel.   
Illustrated Content:
The handbook features illustrations, including a color section showcasing potential space tourism destinations.   
Author Expertise:
Eric Anderson is the president and CEO of Space Adventures, Ltd., providing firsthand knowledge of the space tourism industry.   
In essence, the book serves as a primer for anyone dreaming of venturing into space, offering insights into the realities and practicalities of space travel.   

Your Guide to the Final Frontier
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This illustrated handbook features everything you need to know about space tourism--from travel-planning tips to life-or-death survival skills. You'll discover:
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* nbsp;The Best Itineraries
Take stunning photographs of planet Earth--from sixty miles up. Dance on the ceiling in zero-gravitynenvironments. Take a "shower" using nothing but baby wipes. As a space tourist, you'll enjoy all of these activities and plenty more.

* nbsp;The Best Destinations
Exotic, exciting, and always spotlessly clean, these are the places every space tourist wants to visit. From Earth's Moon to the International Space Station, here's all you need to know about accommodations, menus, weather, walking tours, and more.

* nbsp;The Best Vehicles
From MiG-25 aircrafts to Soyuz-FG launch vehicles, these are the most comfortable rides in the universe. Whether you're planning a week-long expedition or a simple sub-orbital loop, we'll make sure you have plenty of leg room.

* nbsp;The Best Travel Tips
How to get there and get around
When to go
What to pack
What to do in a water landing
The ejector seat: How does it work?
And other essential skills.
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With The Space Tourist's Handbook, you'll find everything you need to plan the ultimate space vacation. Don't leave Earth without it!

The Space Tourist's Handbook

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Brandy Colbert

"Black Birds in the Sky" by Brandy Colbert is a powerful and unflinching historical novel that plunges readers into the harrowing reality of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Through the eyes of two young, Black teenagers, seventeen-year-old Evie and sixteen-year-old Junius, the book vividly portrays a vibrant community on the cusp of destruction. Evie, navigating the complexities of first love and her growing desire for independence, and Junius, grappling with his own ambitions and the weight of racial prejudice, find their lives irrevocably altered by the escalating tensions and the brutal violence that erupts. Colbert masterfully weaves together their individual stories, painting a vivid picture of Greenwood, Oklahoma, a thriving Black neighborhood known as "Black Wall Street," and the devastating loss that followed. The book is a poignant exploration of resilience, the enduring strength of community, and the urgent need to remember a dark chapter in American history.

The Story and Legacy of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

A searing new work of nonfiction from award-winning author Brandy Colbert about the history and legacy of one of the most deadly and destructive acts of racial violence in American history: the Tulsa Race Massacre. YALSA Honor Award for Excellence in Nonfiction In the early morning of June 1, 1921, a white mob marched across the train tracks in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and into its predominantly Black Greenwood District--a thriving, affluent neighborhood known as America's Black Wall Street. They brought with them firearms, gasoline, and explosives. In a few short hours, they'd razed thirty-five square blocks to the ground, leaving hundreds dead. The Tulsa Race Massacre is one of the most devastating acts of racial violence in US history. But how did it come to pass? What exactly happened? And why are the events unknown to so many of us today? These are the questions that award-winning author Brandy Colbert seeks to answer in this unflinching nonfiction account of the Tulsa Race Massacre. In examining the tension that was brought to a boil by many factors--white resentment of Black economic and political advancement, the resurgence of white supremacist groups, the tone and perspective of the media, and more--a portrait is drawn of an event singular in its devastation, but not in its kind. It is part of a legacy of white violence that can be traced from our country's earliest days through Reconstruction, the Civil Rights movement in the mid-twentieth century, and the fight for justice and accountability Black Americans still face today. The Tulsa Race Massacre has long failed to fit into the story Americans like to tell themselves about the history of their country. This book, ambitious and intimate in turn, explores the ways in which the story of the Tulsa Race Massacre is the story of America--and by showing us who we are, points to a way forward.

Black Birds in the Sky

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Dana Gioia

A great and insightful book about poetry! Highly recommend!

While embracing the canon, An Introduction to Poetry, Tenth Edition includes an impressive collection of contemporary poems for a culturally diverse representation of authorship and a richness in range of style. Writer's Perspectives sections give commentary on the craft of writing and revising from authors, which provide insight and a more human perspective on literature and the writing process. Writing Critically sections expand overage of composition with accessible and pragmatic suggestions on writing. Critical Approaches to Literature section provides three essays on every major school of criticism with sections on gender criticism and cultural studies. New poems have been added to the Tenth Edition, along with a new Glossary of Literary Terms and an expanded chapter on translations. Casebooks on Emily Dickinson and Langston Hughes present both poets in depth. For anyone interested in poetry.

An Introduction to Poetry

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William Shakespeare

Offers explanatory notes on pages facing the text of the play, as well as an introduction to Shakespeare's language, life, and theater

Hamlet

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H. Jay Siskin

Ann Williams

Tom Field

Débuts

Welcome to Débuts: a completely integrated film-based introductory course for learning French language and culture. The film narrative of Le Chemin du retour is what drives the scope and sequence of vocabulary and grammar, the presentation of culture, and the development of reading and writing. A two-hour feature-length film, Le Chemin du retour is the story of a young television journalist, Camille Leclair, and her pursuit of the truth about her grandfather’s mysterious past. Through Camille’s quest, students learn language and culture in the functional context provided by the story. The textbook/film package grew out of the authors’ conviction that language learning is more than just learning skills: it is also a process in which understanding of culture must surely occupy a central position. Therefore, Débuts and Le Chemin du retour emphasize the importance of cultural awareness and understanding, not only of French and Francophone culture, but also of the student’s own culture. In addition, the Débuts program contains both literary and cultural readings, as well as a playlist of Francophone songs, to provide even more authentic input to students on current or provocative topics, allowing for more student interaction in class. There is also CourseSmart eTextbook version of this title available. Students can save up to 50% off the cost of a print book, reduce their impact on the environment, and access powerful web tools for learning. Faculty can also review and compare the full text online without having to wait for a print desk copy. For maxiumum portability, e Textbooks can be viewed on an iPhone or iPod Touch, and they can be printed.

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