Books with author Cambridge University Press

Developed by the University of Cambridge School Classics Project, this bestselling Latin program provides an enjoyable and carefully paced introduction to the Latin language, complemented by background information on Roman culture and civilization. Following in the footsteps of two fugitives from the destruction of Pompeii, Unit 2 captures the drama of the daily lives of the inhabitants of two very different provinces at opposite ends of the Roman empire, Britain and Egypt.

Developed by the University of Cambridge School Classics Project, this bestselling Latin program provides an enjoyable and carefully paced introduction to the Latin language, complemented by background information on Roman culture and civilization. Starting in Roman Britain and moving on to imperial Rome itself, Unit 3 focuses on the murderous schemes and machinations of Gaius Salvius Liberalis, as he plots his ruthless and apparently unstoppable rise to power.

University Press returns with another short and captivating portrait of one of history’s most compelling figures, Eleanor Roosevelt.Eleanor Roosevelt was an iconic figure. Best known for being First Lady of the United States during the presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt, she conquered shyness and marital betrayal and used her quiet power to knock down barriers of race and gender in the United States and promote human rights around the world.After her husband died, Eleanor went on to become chair of the United Nations Human Rights Commission where she formulated, presented, and worked to secure global implementation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights – words that are now written into national constitutions around the globe. This short book tells the intensely human story of a woman who changed the world in a way that no one else could.

University Press returns with another short and captivating portrait of one of history’s most compelling figures, Alexander Hamilton.Alexander Hamilton was an orphan from a remote island in the Caribbean. Yet he went on to become one of the elite Founding Fathers of the United States, and, as America’s first Treasury Secretary, the founder of the nation’s financial system. A man of honor, conviction, and genius, Alexander was still not immune to scandal and conflict. His extra-marital affair deeply hurt his beloved wife and brought him ridicule from his political opponents. And his dispute with Vice President Aaron Burr resulted in their famous duel – and in Hamilton’s violent and premature death.This short book tells the intensely human story of a man who changed the world in a way that no one else could.

"What must it be like, I wonder, to live in a world where food appears at the press of a button? How would I spend the hours I now commit to combing the woods for sustenance if it were so easy to come by?" -- Katniss Everdeen, The Hunger Games The Hunger Games trilogy captivates its audience through a storyline dominated by the quest for food, with the vast culinary disparity between the impoverished districts and the opulent Capitol taking center stage. For the Hunger Games characters, food is both a weapon and an act of love, and -- as in today's world -- it is essential to survival. Fortunately, most of us inhabit a more prosperous world than the Hunger Games tributes, one where food can appear with the press of a button. THE UNOFFICIAL RECIPES OF THE HUNGER GAMES Savor the post-apocalyptic world of Panem one dish at a time with The Unofficial Recipes of The Hunger Games. Offering 187 recipes, this cookbook serves fans an authentic taste of the Hunger Games trilogy, whether foraged for in the impoverished District 12 or devoured at the lavish banquets of the Capitol. Satisfy your appetite with the recipes savored by the Hunger Games tributes: * Peeta's Burnt Raisin Nut Bread * Orange Chicken in Cream Sauce * Beloved Lamb Stew With Dried Plums Consume the dishes inspired by the heroic characters of The Hunger Games: * Creamy Roasted Katniss Soup * Prim's Birthday Venison Steaks * Gale's Venison Pot Roast * Hunt like Katniss and Gale for adventurous Ingredients and create daring dishes: * Greasy Sae's Holiday Stuffed Possum * Hazelle's Authentic Beaver Stew Transport your senses into the world of The Hunger Games, Catching Fire and Mockingjay, and relish the delicious adventures of the trilogy over and over again.

University Press returns with another short and captivating portrait of one of history’s most compelling figures, Eleanor Roosevelt.Eleanor Roosevelt was an iconic figure. Best known for being First Lady of the United States during the presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt, she conquered shyness and marital betrayal and used her quiet power to knock down barriers of race and gender in the United States and promote human rights around the world.After her husband died, Eleanor went on to become chair of the United Nations Human Rights Commission where she formulated, presented, and worked to secure global implementation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights – words that are now written into national constitutions around the globe.This short book tells the intensely human story of a woman who changed the world in a way that no one else could.

Developed by the University of Cambridge School Classics Project, this bestselling Latin program provides an enjoyable and carefully paced introduction to the Latin language, complemented by background information on Roman culture and civilization. The story begins in the town of Pompeii shortly before the eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79 and follows the fortunes of the household of Lucius Caecilius Iucundus. Further titles in the Course take the reader to the Roman provinces of Britain and Egypt, and to imperial Rome itself.

University Press returns with another short and captivating portrait of one of history’s most compelling figures, Albert Einstein.Albert Einstein was once told by a teacher that he would never amount to anything. Yet he went on to develop the special and general theories of relativity, won the Nobel Prize for physics in 1921, and become the most influential physicist of the 20th century.Einstein would later write that he was deeply affected by his first encounter with a compass at age five. He was mystified that invisible forces could deflect the needle. This would lead to a lifelong fascination with invisible forces. Along his circuitous route to fame, Einstein fell in love, enjoyed his family, escaped from Nazi Germany, experienced heartbreak, and advised the President of the United States.This short book tells the intensely human story of a man who changed the world in a way that no one else could.

"What must it be like, I wonder, to live in a world where food appears at the press of a button? How would I spend the hours I now commit to combing the woods for sustenance if it were so easy to come by?" -- Katniss Everdeen, The Hunger GamesThe Hunger Games trilogy captivates its audience through a storyline dominated by the quest for food, with the vast culinary disparity between the impoverished districts and the opulent Capitol taking center stage. For the Hunger Games characters, food is both a weapon and an act of love, and -- as in today's world -- it is essential to survival. Fortunately, most of us inhabit a more prosperous world than the Hunger Games tributes, one where food can appear with the press of a button.THE UNOFFICIAL RECIPES OF THE HUNGER GAMESSavor the post-apocalyptic world of Panem one dish at a time with The Unofficial Recipes of The Hunger Games. Offering 187 recipes, this cookbook serves fans an authentic taste of the Hunger Games trilogy, whether foraged for in the impoverished District 12 or devoured at the lavish banquets of the Capitol.Satisfy your appetite with the recipes savored by the Hunger Games tributes: Peeta's Burnt Raisin Nut BreadOrange Chicken in Cream SauceBeloved Lamb Stew With Dried PlumsConsume the dishes inspired by the heroic characters of The Hunger Games:Creamy Roasted Katniss SoupPrim's Birthday Venison SteaksGale's Venison Pot RoastHunt like Katniss and Gale for adventurous ingredients and create daring dishes: Greasy Sae's Holiday Stuffed PossumHazelle's Authentic Beaver StewTransport your senses into the world of The Hunger Games, Catching Fire and Mockingjay, and relish the delicious adventures of the trilogy over and over again.

University Press returns with another short and captivating portrait of one of history’s most compelling figures, Hillary Clinton.Hillary Clinton is one of the most recognized figures in America. She rose from humble beginnings in Chicago to become a First Lady, senator, Secretary of State, and now, presidential candidate.Clinton is no stranger to scandal. She has made mistakes – many of them public. But she is resilient, tenacious, and smart. Public opinion is strongly divided: her supporters adore her; her detractors abhor her. One thing is certain: The world can’t ignore her.This short book tells the intensely human story of a woman who is changing the world in a way that no one else can.

University Press returns with another short and captivating portrait of one of history’s most compelling figures, Hillary Clinton.Hillary Clinton is one of the most recognized figures in America. She rose from humble beginnings in Chicago to become a First Lady, senator, Secretary of State, and now, presidential candidate. Clinton is no stranger to scandal. She has made mistakes – many of them public. But she is resilient, tenacious, and smart. Public opinion is strongly divided: her supporters adore her; her detractors abhor her. One thing is certain: The world can’t ignore her.This short book tells the intensely human story of a woman who is changing the world in a way that no one else can.

A learner's dictionary that includes school curriculum vocabulary. This dictionary is perfect for students studying school subjects in English. All the words you need, from chemistry to geography, maths to economics, are explained in clear, simple language. Useful notes on grammar, collocation and common learner errors as well as thousands of example sentences help you understand and use words in a natural way. The unique study section focuses on useful study techniques and topics such as writing essays, using numbers and developing revision skills. Word Partner boxes show how words are used together, and Learner Error notes taken from the Cambridge Learner Corpus help you avoid typical mistakes.