A picture-book biography of Anna Atkins--the first person to publish a book of photographyA gorgeous picture book biography of botanist and photographer Anna Atkins--the first person to ever publish a book of photographyAfter losing her mother very early in life, Anna Atkins (1799?1871) was raised by her loving father. He gave her a scientific education, which was highly unusual for women and girls in the early 19th century. Fascinated with the plant life around her, Anna became a botanist. She recorded all her findings in detailed illustrations and engravings, until the invention of cyanotype photography in 1842. Anna used this new technology in order to catalogue plant specimens - a true marriage of science and art. In 1843, Anna published the book Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions with handwritten text and cyanotype photographs. It is considered the first book of photographs ever published. Weaving together histories of women, science, and art, The Bluest of Blues will inspire young reade
Tech Talk. Intermediate. CDFebruar 2009, Oxford University ELT, Audio CD, Hörbuch, ISBN 0194575454, EAN 9780194575454BeschreibungSimple, needs-related grammar presented on a need-to-know basis, to help learners start communicating immediately. Vocabulary relevant to practical work situations. Short, interactive speaking tasks enable learners to use new language in hands-on contexts such as explaining purpose and giving instructions. Real help in telephoning, socializing, and reading technical information. Survival skills such as getting directions, changing money, and ordering food, plus gamesand other fun activities.
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Tech Talk. Elementary. CDvon Vicki HollettSeptember 2003, Oxford University ELT, Audio CD, Hörbuch, ISBN 0194574563, EAN 9780194574563BeschreibungSimple, needs-related grammar presented on a need-to-know basis, to help learners start communicating immediately. Vocabulary relevant to practical work situations. Short, interactive speaking tasks enable learners to use new language in hands-on contexts such as explaining purpose and giving instructions. Real help in telephoning, socializing, and reading technical information. Survival skills such as getting directions, changing money, and ordering food, plus gamesand other fun activities.
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