It has been the talk of the las 48 hours. Yesterday it was all over: social networks, TV, newspapers… even if you went for a walk there was a big chance that this subject was being discuss near by. At least that was my experience from sunny Spain.
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π BOOKS: SUMMER TIME π¦©
The summer of 2022 has been particularly vicious weather-wise. A good piece of advice, in order to deal with these unbearable temperatures, is to get a great book. One of those that hook you up from the very start.Β
Besides getting comfy next to the AC with a nice brewage I have been busy trying to find one of these literary treats. The following titles are just some of the books I have read so far and that I would like to recommend for this purpose.
Continue readingπͺπΊ Free Map (EU only) π€
If you are a resident of the EU you may have the chance to obtain one of these fabulous maps delivered to your doorstep for free.
Continue readingποΈ Film: La Brigade πΏ
Meta: Observations on translation π
When it comes to bringing real materials to the classroom, I initially think it takes some precious time you may not even have. However, these examples are always loved by my students. For that reason, I decided to share the ones I find in case it could be of any help. This time Meta and Instagram webs are the precious sources that can generate an interesting debate regarding translation.
Continue readingπ A bestseller and a rushed translation? π‘
WARNING: The book mentioned above deals with topics of a sensitive nature (child abuse). Even if this subject will not be discussed in this post, I always like to point it out in case some readers want to be aware of it when choosing to read a book.
It is pretty hot in Spain at the moment so I decided to embark myself on some interesting thriller that took place in a country with a way colder climate. I simply checked online on the bestsellers lists and The Kingdom (El reino) by Jo NesbΓΈ got my attention.
Continue readingπ·πΊ Russia – Great video ποΈ
I recommend to watch this video simply because of its beauty. On my quest for some quality videos I found this great creation by 3 talented filmakers (Vincent Urban, Max Neumeier and Tim David HΓΆddinghaus). It is a short film on Russia its culture and its people. There is plenty of ways to make the most of video resources:
Continue readingπ· Just in case π« Free template
One of the few practical DIY items I adore having during these COVID-19 times is the portable case where I keep my mask so I wanted to share it with all of you.