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Shugborough Estate - A National Trust Guide
Every house tells a story, and Shugborough is no exception. Its story is one where inside and outside intertwine in perfect harmony, where a very English countryside estate is infused with global and exotic ideas and influences.
This fully illustrated guidebook reveals over 300 years of tales about the people who lived at and modelled, worked on and visited this sprawling Staffordshire estate. Discover the brothers who travelled the world and how their adventures shaped the look and feel of Shugborough s impressive mansion and grounds including the addition of a mysterious cat statue. Uncover what the young Princess (later Queen) Victoria got up to during her three-day stay in 1832. Peek inside the apartment that was formerly home to celebrated society and Royal photographer, Patrick Lichfield. You ll also find out about the development of the estate, including the creation of a pioneering park farm and innovatively designed walled garden, and the staff who worked on them. Packed with stories and surprises, this guidebook is a comprehensive and attractive guide to a fascinating estate.
Publisher: National Trust Books
Paperback ISBN 1911384457
A New Song for Nina
A New Song for Nina was a Winner in the 2016 Language Learner Literature Awards.
Twenty-five-year-old Nina Cross loves music, so she is happy when she gets a job with the Jambox Music Festival. When she sees the band Breakdown, she knows she must have them play for the festival–especially when she finds out that the drummer is her first boyfriend, Craig! Before long, Nina realizes that her feelings for him haven’t gone away…
Publisher: Heinle-Cengage ELTReviews “This is a truly original story. The writing is so good you really feel you know the characters … it really FEELS like extensive reading!” Judge’s comment There are a lot of simple stories about love between two people, but the relationship [between Nina and two men] is more complex so it is interesting.” Reader’s comment
Oscar’s Journey
Oscar’s Journey was a Finalist in the 2014 Language Learner Literature Awards.
Twenty-five-year-old Nina Cross loves music, so she is happy when she gets a job with the Jambox Music Festival. When she sees the band Breakdown, she knows she must have them play for the festival–especially when she finds out that the drummer is her first boyfriend, Craig! Before long, Nina realizes that her feelings for him haven’t gone away…
Publisher: Cengage ELT
ISBN 1424048931Reviews
“This well-told story is set in London at the beginning of the 20th century. Although the work world and means of travel were different at that time than they are today, the author expresses in accessible modern language topics that are as relevant today as in the past.”
Judge’s comment
“… the story develops beautifully to help Oscar’s transformation. I appreciated the love story for its sentimental as well as practical value … Having a victorious “couple” without the happy ending brings a nice balance of power between sexes as well as a touch of realism.”
S Muller, Goodreads, 4/5
