Chris Barker

In September 1943, a twenty-nine-year-old postal clerk from North London named Chris Barker found a spare hour to write to a work colleague named Bessie Moore. His letter was innocent enough, but Bessie's response was unexpectedly enthusiastic. By their third exchange, it was clear to both of them they had ignited a passion that would not easily be extinguished. Within a few months, the coupl...

Revised and updated on the basis of wide teacher feedback, New Snapsh Intermediate combines exciting new features with the tried and tested approach of the first edition, ensuring that the course remains one which teachers can trust and students love. With New Snapshot Intermediate you can: Capture students' interest and imagination through real characters and language, up-to-the minute...

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