Some Greatest Bookstores
Another Country
Kreuzberg, Berlin, Germany. Another Country is an English Language second hand bookshop which is mostly used as a library. They have about 20,000 books that you can buy or borrow. Some regular events are held at the shop, such as readings, cultural events, social evenings and film nights.
Atlantis Books
Oia, Santorini, Greece. Atlantis Books is an independent bookshop on the island of Santorini, Greece. It was founded in 2004 by a group of friends from Cyprus, England, and the United States. Throughout the year it has hosted literary festivals, film screenings, book readings, and good old fashioned dance parties.
Bart’s Books
Ojai, California. USA. “The World’s Greatest Outdoor Bookstore”, a bookstore founded by Richard Bartinsdale in 1964. Shelves of books face the street, and regular customers are asked to drop coins into the door’s coin box to pay for any books they take whenever the store is closed.
Adrian Harrington
Since1971. Rare books: rare first editions; leather bound sets and general antiquarian (古玩). Address: 64 a Kensington Church Street, Kensington, London, England, UK.
Corso Como Bookshop
Milan, Italy. Extensive selection of publication on art architecture, design graphics and fashion, along with a strong emphasis on photography. It was founded in 1990 in Milan, Italy, by Carla Sozzamil.
The Bookworm
China. A bookshop, library, bar, restaurant and event space, now with four divisions in three cities — Beijing, Suzhou and Chengdu. The interconnecting rooms with floor-to-ceiling books on every wall are light and airy in summer, yet warm and comfortable in winter.
1. What can you do in Atlantis Books?| A．Sell rare books. | B．Learn photography. |
| C．Attend a festival. | D．Buy books anytime. |
| A．Bart’s Books. | B．Atlantis Books. |
| C．Adrian Harrington. | D．Corso Como Bookshop. |
| A．It is used as a library. | B．It has branches in different cities. |
| C．It hosts all sorts of activities. | D．It opens only in summer and winter. |
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【推荐1】A Guide to the University
Food
The TWU Cafeteria is open 7am to 8pm. It serves snacks, drinks, ice cream bars and meals. You can pay with cash or your ID cards. You can add meal money to your ID cards at the Front Desk. Even if you do not buy your food in the cafeteria, you can use the tables to eat your lunch, to have meetings and to study.
If you are on campus in the evening or lat at night, you can buy snacks, fast food, and drinks in the Lower Café located in the bottom level of the Gouglas Centre. This area is often used for entertainment such as concerts, games or TV watching.
Relaxation
The Globe, located in the bottom level of McMillan Hall, is available for relaxing, studying , cooking, and eating. Monthly activities are held here for all international students. Hours are 10 am to 10 pm, closed on Sundays.
Health
Located on the top floor of Douglas Hall, the Wellness Centre is committed to physical, emotional and social health. A doctor and nurse is available if you have health questions or need immediate medical help or personal advice. The cost of this is included in your medical insurance. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to noon and 1;00 to 4;30pm.
Academic Support
All students have access to the Writing Centre on the upper floor of Douglas Hall. Here, qualified volunteers will work with you on written work, grammar, vocabulary, and other academic skills. You can sign up for an appointment on the sign-up sheet outside the door two 30 –minute appointments per week maximum. This service is free.
Transportation
The TWU Express is a shuttle service. The shuttle transports students between campus and the shopping centre, leaving from the Mattson Centre. Operation hours are between 8am and 3pm. Saturdays only. Round trip fare is $1.
1. What can you do in the TWU Cafeteria?| A．Do homework and watch TV |
| B．Buy drinks and enjoy concerts |
| C．Have meals and meet with friends |
| D．Add money to your ID and play chess |
| A．The McMillan Hall, Sunday. |
| B．The Lower Cafe, Sunday |
| C．The TWU Cafeteria, Friday |
| D．The Globe, Friday |
| A．By applying online |
| B．By calling the centre |
| C．By filling in a sign-up form |
| D．By going to the centre directly |
【推荐2】Second-handbook shops
Bookworm
This shop has used books for all tastes but customers will have to visit in person and look around as Bookworm does not have a website. The best books are on cookery and art. These include some rare and expensive books.
Westwood’s
There’s no room to sit down in this tiny backstreet bookshop, and the owner is often too busy to chat. On the first floor are children’s books and fine art books for collectors.
Scrimshaw’s
Scrimshaw’s has a huge selection of books showing the works of the great painters. Most are in excellent condition and reasonably priced, and the store’s online guide is regularly updated. It also has a cafe and a large number of out of date school textbooks on sale.
Holt’s
Although its prices are high, the fun of Holt’s is its lively atmosphere. It’s in an old railway station, where you can enjoy afternoon tea and cake in the waiting room. Or leave the kids to play in the former ticket office while you look at the huge selection of recent fiction. It stays open until late.
Topping’s
You’ll only find good-quality used hardback books here on certain subjects. Topping’s is run by three experts in art, travel and literature for the young. They are happy to chat and advise customers. The shelves are well-organized, and books can also be ordered from the shop’s website.
Regal
Here you’ll find the county’s largest selection of science related books. There are 70, 000 used and new books, all at discount prices. Regal also has an online ordering service plus freshly-made coffee, and is open during office hours.
1. Which bookshop best suits people who want to buy books for children?| A．Bookworm. | B．Westwood’s. |
| C．Scrimshaw’s. | D．Holt’s. |
| A．It stays open 24 hours. | B．It often holds discussions. |
| C．It is full of lively atmosphere. | D．Its shopkeepers give expert advice. |
| A．They both offer drinks. | B．They are run by experts. |
| C．They sell both used and new books. | D．They have an online ordering service. |
【推荐3】How to Use a Modern Public Library
Has it been a while since your last visit to a public library?
Check out a book. While libraries still loan out books, you’ll find it easier to get a copy of whatever you’re looking for, thanks to a cooperative network of area libraries. Via such networks, libraries share their books with each other through the use of delivery vehicles.
Check out other items. The library is now a multimedia zone, loaded with information in many formats. You can borrow movies on DVDs, music on CDs, and popular magazines.
Start a business using the help of your local library.
| A．Join targeted reading groups. |
| B．Seize the opportunities to talk with others. |
| C．Some libraries even loan out toys and games. |
| D．The local library is a place gathering businessmen. |
| E．They will inform you by e-mail if your order is sent to the nearest branch. |
| F．If so, you may be surprised to learn that libraries have changed for the better. |
| G．If you want to have a business of your own, your local library can become a launch space for it. |
【推荐1】Contributors to Reader's Digest
Nicholas Hune-Brown
Writer, Toronto
“Fight of His Life”
Hune-Brown is a National Magazine Award w inning writer whose work has been published in Toronto Life, The Walrus, Hazlitt and The Guardian. He's also the senior editor at The Local, a magazine focused on long-form stories about health and social issues in Toronto. Read his story about a COVID-19 patient's incredible fight for survival on page 114.
Jarred Briggs
Artist, Plaster Rock, N.B.
“Beware Winter Rays”
Briggs's favorite part about being an artist is coming up with clever conceptual drawings—he lives for the moment when all the pieces of the puzzle begin to fit together. When he's not drawing, Briggs loves reading science-fiction novels, being outdoors and spending time with his three dogs. Take a look at his latest work on page 18.
Megan Murphy
Writer, Peterborough, Ont.
“Home for the Holidays”
Murphy's love affairs with writing began at a young age with nightly words “Dear diary”. Also an actor, Murphy co-created a show this year called The Verandah Society, in which she and a musician friend Anna Walker travel to people's homes and share music and stories. Read her humorous tale of a childhood Christmas ceremony on page 26.
1. What does Jarred Briggs like best about his job?| A．Working out puzzles. | B．Reading science-fiction novels. |
| C．Thinking up satisfying drawings. | D．Writing stories about social issues. |
| A．Nicholas Hune- Brown. | B．Jarred Briggs. | C．Anna Walker. | D．Megan Murphy. |
| A．It recommends some works of Reader s Digest. |
| B．It introduces senior editors of popular magazines. |
| C．Nicholas Hune- Brown is a COVID-19 survivor. |
| D．The Verandah Society is about a Christmas ceremony. |
【推荐2】The following are the comments on The Berry Pickers.
Donna David
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2024
I enjoyed the story. The characters were interesting and the story of the people working in the blueberry fields in Maine was of great interest to me. But there’s a problem. In the story, they speak about coming to Maine for 2 months. The blueberry season was and is 3 — 5 weeks. I think the author should have been a little more thoughtful in her research to make it more accurate (精确的).
Mom2AC
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2024
This is such a beautiful and heartbreaking story of two families—one filled with love, pain, and loss, the other with secrets. The story was beautifully written and had me in tears at the end. I love books that have me thinking about the characters once the book is finished.
Diana Jaycox
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2023
I read The Berry Pickers as part of a Kindle Reading Challenge. The Berry Pickers was not my normal pick of reading material. That is what I love about the Kindle Reading Challenges; I am forced to try new authors. This is not the kind of novel you can read in one setting. No, The Berry Pickers, requires you to read slowly, enjoying the richness of Amanda Peters’ words, and her great settings.
EH
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2024
As I began reading, I thought I’d mistakenly bought a book for young adults. It’s not badly written, but it is too simple for its subject matter. It’s also overly long, and would have worked better as a novel.
1. What is Donna David’s complaint about The Berry Pickers?| A．It’s very long. | B．It’s inaccurate. |
| C．It’s too simple. | D．It’s poorly-organized. |
| A．Donna David and EH. | B．Diana Jayeox and EH. |
| C．Mom2AC and Diana Jaycox. | D．Donna David and Diana Jaycox. |
| A．To share comments on a book. | B．To record personal experiences. |
| C．To complain about bad service. | D．To introduce a reading activity. |
【推荐3】While your tween or teen is old enough to read books independently, reading with them can create an opportunity for meaningful connection. These following books are sure to pique the interest of both you and your child and help you further connect with kids.
Becoming
Before she was First Lady, Michelle Obama was a girl growing up on the South Side Chicago, then an executive, and finally a wife and mother supporting a man making history. In this memoir, Obama writes about her life, and the challenges, highlights, and wisdom she’s learned along the way.
The Boys in the Boat
This suspenseful nonfiction read is perfect for sports fanatics, dreamers, and anyone who loves a good underdog story. Follow Joe Rantz and the lives of eight other young men from the Pacific Northwest as they train to become the American gold medal rowing team at the 1936 Olympics.
The Omnivore’s Dilemma
Pollan’s investigative deep dive into America’s food chain will leave readers seriously pondering their food choices. Though conversational and entertaining in tone, his work brings a greater understanding of what we eat, where it came from, and both the personal and global implications of the food we put in our bodies.
Endurance
Among other remarkable accomplishments, Scott Kelly broke the record for the longest spaceflight by an American astronaut. In Endurance, Kelly writes about his childhood, the path to becoming an astronaut, and the trials and triumphs of his year-long mission in space.
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1. Which book may attract sports fans?| A．Becoming. | B．The Boys in the Boat. |
| C．The Omnivore’s Dilemma. | D．Endurance. |
| A．They describe the experiences of the authors. |
| B．They all made history in respective fields. |
| C．They give an insight into our food choices. |
| D．They are written by well-known women. |
| A．A textbook. | B．An art magazine. |
| C．A biography. | D．A reading website. |
【推荐1】TV Shows For Teens
A study found that although new types of media are available to youngsters today, television continues to be important. Teens continue their habit of watching TV during adolescence and even start to rely on it for their knowledge expansion. Here is a list of TV shows for your teens' viewing pleasure:
Ancient Aliens
As your teens are old enough to understand Unidentified Flying Objects and aliens, you can encourage them to watch Ancient Aliens. This American television series will bring your teens the fascinating topics of extraterrestrial（外星球的）presence and the scientific proof behind the claims.
Channel: History
Superhumans
The American documentary series were aired from 2010 to 2014, whose aim was to discover human beings with a superhuman level of extraordinary physical or mental abilities. The show, which attempts to uncover the scientific secret behind their “gifts”, will help your teens learn about the scientific reasons of superhuman abilities.
Channel: Sci-Fi
Megascience
Providing an abundance of scientific information in an easy and comprehensible way is Megascience's style. All your teens' most puzzling scientific questions are answered in this show clearly and in detail, telling everything related to science.
Channel: Discovery Science
Science of Stupid
This show, broadcast in various versions in different countries, mixes science along with fun. While addressing various scientific principles, it provides a scientific explanation for basic questions, such as what happens when you use the wrong type of balloon, through funny videos.
Channel: National Geographic
1. On which channel can teens watch a show about UFOs?| A．History. | B．Sci-Fi. | C．Discovery Science. | D．National Geographic. |
| A．Its popularity. | B．Its style. | C．Its meaning. | D．Its audience. |
| A．They talk about science. | B．They have many versions. |
| C．They are brand-new shows. | D．They are aired around the world. |
【推荐2】There’re plenty of things going on in Amsterdam, the Netherlands for both the visitors and the residents. Check out our guide to Amsterdam museum exhibitions below.
◆Hermitage Amsterdam
Exhibition 1917--From Romanov to Revolution was opened 11 Feb. and runs until 17 Sept. 2017. The outsider Art Museum (in the Hermitage Amsterdam) includes world-class art works by Dutch and international outsider artists such as Shinichi Sawada.
◆Stedelijk
Jean Tinguely--Machine Spectacle, overview of work from the Swiss artist known for his kinetic art(动态艺术). Runs 1 Oct. 2016 to 5 Mar. 2017. Jordan Wolfson--Truth/Love, presentation of work from the American artist who explores the increasing digitalisation of society. Runs 4 Mar. to 7 May 2017. Ed van der Elsken--Camera in Love, large public exhibition of the work of the most important Dutch photographer of the 20th century. Scheduled for 4 Feb. to 28 May 2017.
◆National Holocaust Museum
The newly opened museum presents Tangible Memories from the Jewish monument, exhibition of objects, photos and documents of people affected by the Holocaust(大屠杀). Opened 2 Sept. 2016, ongoing until the end of 2019.
◆Dutch Resistance Museum
Between 1940 and 1945 the Netherlands was occupied by Nazi Germany. Five Dutch chefs have taken on the challenge of creating dishes using only ingredients that were available during the occupation. Food in Wartime offers a particular insight into daily life during this time. Learn more and have a look at the modern chefs’ creations at the Dutch Resistance Museum from 15 October 2016 until May 2017.
1. Whose works are about digital technology?| A．Shinichi Sawada | B．Jean Tinguely |
| C．Jordan Wolfson | D．Ed van der Elsken |
| A．Exhibition 1917 | B．Camera in Love |
| C．Tangible Memories | D．Food in Wartime |
| A．Hermitage Amsterdam | B．Stedelijk |
| C．National Holocaust Museum | D．Dutch Resistance Museum |
【推荐3】If you’re single this Valentine's Day, don't settle for another night of being alone. Single ladies and dudes can celebrate, too. Below, five holidays from around the world to celebrate instead of Valentine's Day this year.
Singles Awareness Day
In the U.S., we have “Singles Awareness Day”--a humorous anti-Valentine's Day celebrated on February 14 or 15, depending on your preference. On these days, singles toast their uncoupled status.
Ystävänpäivä or Friendship Day
Finland has a more ideal take on Valentine's Day: February 14 is considered Ystävänpäivä or “Friendship Day”, which is marketed as a celebration of friends. (We'd recommend adopting this holiday if you're looking for an occasion to hang out with your best friends.)
Black Day
April 14 in Korea is known as Black Day, a holiday where singles gather in local restaurants and drown their sorrows in cheap, but delicious bowls of jajangmyeon--- a Chinese-Korean noodle dish swimming in chunky black bean sauce, and topped with pork and veggies. The holiday has been popular over the last decade, and we can't say we're surprised. It's hard to be sad about being single when you're dipping into a bowl of something that delicious.
Single's Day
November II marks Singles' Day in China, an unofficial holiday that started in the 1990s as a protest Valentine's Day and that's now a day where singles buy stuff--a lot of stuff- for themselves. In 2013, China's biggest online shopping company took in more than $5.75 billion in online payments on Single's Day-two and a half times the total American retailers（零售商） netted on Cyber Monday the same year.
International Quirkyalone Day
Another option for singles looking to get in on the celebratory action on February 14? International Quirkyalone Day, a “do-it-yourself celebration of romance, friendship, and independent spirit," according to the official site. The founder of the event swears her holiday is not an anti- Valentine's Day; instead, it's a celebration of all kinds of love: romantic, platonic, familial, and yes, self-love. "In other words, it's a day to do whatever you want, with whoever you want. We can get behind that and have a great time.
1. Which of the following holidays would you like to celebrate if you like delicious food?| A．Singles Awareness Day. | B．Ystävänpäivä. |
| C．Black Day. | D．Single’s Day. |
| A．Shopping online. | B．Whatever they like. |
| C．Hanging out with families. | D．Gathering in local restaurants. |
| A．Business | B．Opinion | C．Lifestyle | D．Culture |
