Alan Davies Bücher

Focusing on the evolution of academic language proficiency testing in the UK, this volume provides a detailed analysis of its development over time. It explores the methodologies, standards, and implications of language assessment in educational contexts, highlighting key advancements and challenges faced in the field. The work serves as a comprehensive resource for educators, researchers, and policymakers interested in the intricacies of language testing and its impact on academic success.

The story of a life built on sand. In the rain.In this compelling memoir, comedian and actor Alan Davies recalls his boyhood with vivid insight and devastating humour. Shifting between his 1970s upbringing and his life today, Davies moves poignantly from innocence to experience to the clarity of hindsight, always with a keen sense of the absurd.From sibling dynamics, to his voiceless, misunderstood progression through school, sexuality and humiliating 'accidents', Davies inhabits his younger mind with spectacular accuracy, sharply evoking an era when Green Shield Stamps, Bob-a-Job week and Whizzer & Chips loomed large, a bus fare was 2p - and children had little power in the face of adult motivation. Here, there are often exquisitely tender recollections of the mother he lost at six years old, of a bereaved family struggling to find its way, and the kicks and confusion of adolescence.Through even the joyous and innocent memories, the pain of Davies's lifelong grief and profound betrayal is unfiltered, searing and beautifully articulated. Just Ignore Him is not only an autobiography, it is a testament to a survivor's resilience and courage.

This fascinating selection of photographs gives an insight into the history of the Walkden Yard and the Lancashire Coalfield.

This pocket-sized miscellany, packed with fascinating facts, handy hints and captivating stories and quotes from the world of birds, is perfect for anyone who knows the incomparable joy of birdwatching.

Noah's amazing Rainbow Ark is busy and noisy, and it's not long before the animals begin to get cabin-fever. Clever old Noah hatches a plan for an incredible creature cabaret to get the Ark swinging again. But what amazing act will appear for the finale? Product 9781408350379 Paperback Tony Mitton Orchard Books 32 29.5 x 24 x 0.4cm

From the author's chronic kleptomania to the moving search for his mother's grave years after she died, from his obsession with joining (going so far as to become a member of Chickens Lib) to his first forays into making people laugh (not always intentionally), this title focuses on the formative years that make us all.

A nostalgic journey through a suburban childhood in Essex and an education in Kent during the eighties.

Focusing on the Atherton collieries, this illustrated history offers a detailed exploration of the region's mining heritage. Authored by local expert Alan Davies, the book combines informative text with visuals to provide insights into the colliery's significance and impact on the community. It captures the evolution of mining practices and the lives of those who worked in the industry, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in local history and the coal mining legacy.

Exploring the rich history of Lancashire's mining industry, this book offers a captivating narrative alongside a remarkable collection of rare images. It delves into the lives of miners, the evolution of mining practices, and the impact of the industry on the local community. The visual elements enhance the storytelling, providing a unique glimpse into a significant chapter of industrial heritage.