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A picture of Lake Como framed in mystery 'Beside Lake Como is a contemporary fiction with true-to-life characters that will draw you in.' An affair emerges that gradually unravels the life of wealthy Italian Lucrezia Bonucci, and a much younger hard up English artist. Set in the scenic paradise called Lake Como, this is a disquieting work of fiction with an insight into the inequitable lives of a family of village bar owners. As the protagonists move on, an unlikely marriage between highly attractive Claudia, the bar owner's daughter and Rocco, an ex-boxer, courier driver and dessert maker who finds some valuable jewellery that was hidden below the lake waterline from the advancing Allies during WWII, puts everyone's emotions and trust to the test, especially when Claudia fakes her own kidnap.The monumental mountains appear to rise out of the depths of the lake. Tiny villages huddle at the lakes edge, connected by narrow roads carved out of solid rock. At 6am the bells from the church start to peal as the sun begins to peep over the mountains. The light shifts and changes by the minute, striking the lush green mountaintops on the west side of the lake. Eventually, its beam reaches the water's edge, highlighting the pastel coloured shades of the painted buildings with their terracotta tiled roofs.No matter what the occasion, whether you are travelling with a friend, celebrating an anniversary or about to pop the question it's no secret that Lake Como is one of the world's most scenically picturesque locations for romance.

Paul Wright's 'The New and Complete Life of Our Blessed Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ' is a comprehensive guide to the life and teachings of Jesus, complete with detailed descriptions of the lives of his apostles, evangelists, and disciples. This book is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Christian theology.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Cats Do Eat Spaghetti is a must read for all cat lovers and Italophiles alike. "I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little they become its visible soul." Jean Cocteau Little by little a cat will become the heartbeat of a home. This is the third book in Paul Wright's 'Italian Trilogy' set on Lake Como Italy..'Cats Do Eat Spaghetti' is very interesting, lively and entertaining experience about living with rescue cats and Italian village culture in general. In this delightful book about adopting feral cats that through patience and hard work become domesticated will make your heart feel better for having read it: The early chapters take place in England. They then move abroad, to a couple of beautiful medieval villages on the shores of Lake Como in northern Italy, to where Paul and his wife emigrated in 1991. 'Cats Do Eat Spaghetti' includes the last twenty eight years of their relationship whilst living alongside not only their adopted indoor cats but also with the local feral cats that will evoke pleasure and sentiment within the heart of the cat lover. Cats Do Eat Spaghetti is a must read for all cat lovers and Italophiles alike.

"An insightful and often funny depiction of Italian Life. In the second book of his Italian Trilogy, Paul relays more enthralling real-life stories about Italian village life." Hannah McIntyre, The Italian Insider Magazine - Though Lake Como has always had a reputation for exclusivity, it is now one of Italy's most expensive places to live. But alongside the high-fliers are the everyday people, rich, poor and all levels in between in this book, the sequel to the successful 'An Italian Home - Settling by Lake Como, ' expatriate artist Paul Wright, a resident of northern Italy for 30 years pulls no punches to give us his take on his Italian neighbours, workmates and clients. From time to time, he touches base with a group of men, retired from the restaurant trade, who spend their days seated around the fountain in the piazza of his home village of Argegno, making their own running commentary on the world as it passes by. Paul also travels outside the village boundaries too, to the surrounding Italian countryside, the Italian Riviera and Switzerland to work for all manner of clients, ranging from the reputable to the decidedly risky. After selling some of his trademark watercolours to an American couple, he visits the USA to paint a mural in their home in Vermont and enjoys a break in New York City, where he explores the art world.

"Paul Wright's tribute to the robust pleasures of village life brings out the generosity and humanity of the inhabitants of Lake Como" Desmond O'Grady, Italian Insider Review: - Just what is it like for a foreigner to live and work in a northern Italian village, and become part of the community? How tough is it to leave your home country and settle in a new one? What do you have to do to be accepted by the people who live in a village that has existed for over five hundred years? Award-winning stage designer and artist Paul Wright and his wife found out the hard way, working, playing, laughing, eating and drinking alongside the residents of a beautiful lakeside village on the shores of Lake Como. Paul and his wife had had enough of Britain in the 1990s recession so they left for Italy - except that they had no work there and Paul could not speak a word of Italian! That didn't stop them diving head first into the life of their adopted village, Moltrasio. They soon found work; Paul as a mural painter and his wife in an office in Milan, Paul was recruited by the local football team and they both took part in the fabulous summer and Christmas festivals and the mangialonge - the 'long eats' where groups of locals drive off into the country to feast on the best local food and wines, all day. They gain a new neighbour, George Clooney, who gained great popularity amongst the locals, and they lose an older, very near neighbour, fashion designer Gianni Versace who was brought back to rest in his native Moltrasio after he was gunned down in Miami. Paul's dry sense of humour and artistic observation brings the lakeside village and its inhabitants to life, and he is guaranteed to make your mouth water with his wonderful descriptions of the local food.... AIH Book Review: - Every year rafts of people make the decision to pack up their lives and swap afternoon tea for aperitivo. In this sincere and openly honest account of 'Settling by Lake Como, ' Paul relives the highs and lows of their Italian adventure: This compelling book by a talented story teller provides a personal insight in to the day-to-day life - and the struggles - of becoming expats. What develops is an intimate piece of prose, which envelopes the reader in all the frustrations, heartaches and joys of a couple trying to find their feet in Italy, from gaining social acceptance to experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of their first local festa. For anyone considering moving to or holidaying in Italy, this book makes an entertaining, warm and honest guide.

No matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you!The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers.Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won't fail to inspire and engage all learners._______________ With the new developments across all secondary curriculum areas, there is greater emphasis on building depth of subject knowledge; stretching and challenging students of all abilities is essential to achieving this deep level of learning. 100 Ideas for Secondary Teachers: Stretch and Challenge presents innovative and exciting ideas, techniques and activities to embed stretch and challenge strategies into everyday classroom practice, regardless of subject area.Developing good stretch and challenge practices enables the cognitive process that helps learners retain new information more easily and work more productively. Looking at questioning, marking and feedback, starters, plenaries and technology-based teaching, Paul Wright explains why the strategies presented in this book are so effective.100 Ideas for Secondary Teachers: Stretch and Challenge is the must-have guide to implementing stretch and challenge practices in the classroom with ideas designed to raise attainment for all students and keep them engaged in the classroom. Accompanying online resources are also available to download from a companion website.

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