Keith Johnson es un ingeniero de diseño y desarrollo con más de 35 años de experiencia en la industria de las imprentas. Su extensa investigación histórica, que abarcó 25 años a nivel local y nacional, ha dado como resultado varios libros exitosos. También ha sido colaborador habitual de artículos de historia local en el Lancashire Evening Post durante los últimos 15 años. La formación de Johnson en ingeniería informa su meticuloso enfoque para explorar narrativas históricas.
The book offers a richly illustrated exploration of both famous and obscure locations in Preston that have vanished over time. It captures the history and significance of these places, providing readers with a visual and narrative journey through the city's past. The detailed illustrations enhance the storytelling, making it a valuable resource for those interested in local history and heritage.
An accessible history of Preston from prehistory to the present day highlighting the city’s significant events and people.
A fascinating collection of merged historic and modern images that reflect the changes in Preston over the decades.
Focusing on the evolution of the English language from the eighteenth century to the present, this book offers an engaging, activity-based approach to learning. It encourages students to actively participate in their education, making the history of English both accessible and interactive. Through hands-on activities, readers explore the fascinating developments that have shaped the language over time.
This accessible introduction to Karl Barth's thought offers a selection of key writings, critical commentary, and detailed introductory and concluding chapters.
A celebration of the Lancashire city of Preston's rich heritage and identity - its special events, achievements, people, industry and landmarks.
A compelling collection of true crime stories from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries in the Lancashire city of Preston.
The second edition of this trusted, accessible textbook has been fully updated for the new A-level specifications first teaching in September 2015. It contains a bank of practice questions for consolidation of learning and to help students of all abilities bridge the gap between GCSE and A-level study.
Providing a broad overview and packed with examples, A COURSE IN PHONETICS, 7e remains the ideal introduction to phonetics-no previous knowledge required! With its reader-friendly writing style, the book introduces concepts of speech production, describes speech in acoustic terms, and teaches practical phonetic skills, including IPA transcription. In addition, expanded sections on acoustic phonetics and speech motor control help readers use tools for digital inspection and manipulation of speech. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Fully revised and expanded, the third edition of Acoustic and Auditory Phonetics maintains a balance of accessibility and scholarly rigor to provide students with a complete introduction to the physics of speech.