This guide is aimed at the beginner student, new to Mandarin Chinese. It covers the most basic grammar structures that all students of Mandarin have to master. It is laid out in an easy to follow format and the purpose is to instruct and not to get lost in the technical aspects of language learning. This book functions as a classroom supplement and self-study reference guide and can be used with or without the guidance of a teacher. No prior knowledge of Chinese grammar is assumed, but an understanding of basic Pinyin is expected to appreciate the text, examples and activities. With 50...

This guide is aimed at the beginner student, new to Mandarin Chinese. It covers the most basic grammar structures that all students of Mandarin have to master. It is laid out in an easy to follow format and the purpose is to instruct and not to get lost in the technical aspects of language learning. This book functions as a classroom supplement and self-study reference guide and can be used with or without the guidance of a teacher. No prior knowledge of Chinese grammar is assumed, but an understanding of basic Pinyin is expected to appreciate the text, examples and activities. With 50...

Finally, a comprehensive, illustrated resource guide to help you through any water-related emergency.
The aim of this guide is to empower the reader with the tools to create a self-sustained, thriving environment with living water in abundance.
Topics covered include: well digging by hand, digging with an auger, drilling with a homemade PVC drill, driving a well point, how to harvest rainwater, which pump system to use, water treatment systems for domestic use, how to chemically treat water, how to build a filtration system, the different water treatment options, how to store...