The Age Of Innocence

Newland Archer, heir of one of the finest New York families, plans for an exemplary marriage. One evening, however, she meets Countess Helena Oleńska. This beautiful woman full of exotic charm has just returned to New York from Poland because of some mysterious scandal. Newland entangles itself in a network of conflicting feelings and desires, in the internal struggle between duty and tradition, and the secret and strength of love … Structure: The presented story is divided into chapters and preceded by an illustrated presentation of the heroes and a two-page section Before You Read Activities containing introductory exercises in the text of the book in terms of vocabulary and grammar.Glossaries with translations of selected words located at the bottom of each page help to better understand the text. After each chapter there is a two-page After-Reading Activities section summarizing the chapter in terms of the content of the presented history, as well as grammar, vocabulary and known language forms, as well as supporting the development of reading comprehension and effective memorization. In the final part of the book there is a four-page Focus on section presenting interesting information related to civilization and English-speaking culture.The book is closed with the one-page Test yourself section, which checks the general level of understanding and remembering the history read, as well as the language forms learned, as well as the Syllabus section containing a brief description of the didactic intentions implemented in the book. The rich graphic design (including illustrations made by renowned illustrators of world-renown books) is an excellent visual commentary to the presented story and promotes a better understanding of the vocabulary and expressions found in the text. The book is an excellent tool for consolidating language competences and skills, including reading, listening, writing and speaking.