Poems Of Bessie Rayner Parkes - Poemas en inglés

Recursos Educativos en Inglés - Poems in English

Poesías en inglés

New-year's Eve and New-year's Day - Bessie Rayner Parkes

Good bye, Old Year!
And with thee take
Thanks for the gifts to every land
Thou broughtest in thy bounteous hand,
And all that thou hast taught to hearts thy lingering steps forsake.
Good bye, Old Year!
The Past awaiteth thee.
Who ruleth in her power alone
The kingdom of Oblivion.
Silent she sits in ebon chair;
Falling mists of dusky hair
Veil her dark eyes' glorious shine,
Full of wise help, and truth divine.
Silent, unless a fitful sound,
As from some cavern underground,
Steal from her lips; the company
Of ancient Years that round her be,
Then chanting, one by one, give tongue
To old experience in their song.

Good bye, Old Year!
Thou goest forth alone,
As we shall do: thy pages gay,
Seasons and months who round thee lay,
Attend thee to Earth's farthest verge, then back! to greet thy son.

Hail, New-born Year!
Cradled in morning clouds
Golden and white. I cannot see
Thy face--'tis wrapp'd in mystery;
But Spring for thee is painting flowers,
And Summer decks her woven bowers;
Rich Autumn's sheaves will soon be reap'd,
With store of fruits in sunbeams steep'd,
And one by one with gentle hand folds back thy sunlit shrouds.

Hail, New-born Year!
Shining and beautiful,
Thou wilt step forth in plenitude
Of youth and its rejoicing mood.
Last child of the half-century,
And time of coming victory
Over the spirits of night and sin,
Whose howlings of defeat begin:
Thou bringest hope, and labour bless'd
In visions of successful rest,
Bringest great thoughts, and actions wrought
In fire upon that forge of thought,
And with the soul of earnestness I think thy youths are full.

Hail, New-born Year!
My utterance is too weak
To tell of all I think thou bringest,
To echo back the song thou singest;
But the very winds of Heaven for those who listen to them, speak!

Music - Bessie Rayner Parkes

Sweet melody amidst the moving spheres
Breaks forth, a solemn and entrancing sound,
A harmony whereof the earth's green hills
Give but the faintest echo; yet is there
A music everywhere, and concert sweet!
All birds which sing amidst the forest deep
Till the flowers listen with unfolded bells;
All winds that murmur over summer grass,
Or curl the waves upon the pebbly shore;
Chiefly all earnest human voices rais'd
In charity and for the cause of truth,
Mingle together in one sacred chord,
And float, a grateful incense, up to God.

Peace - Bessie Rayner Parkes

THE steadfast coursing of the stars,
The waves that ripple to the shore,
The vigorous trees which year by year
Spread upwards more and more;

The jewel forming in the mine,
The snow that falls so soft and light,
The rising and the setting sun,
The growing glooms of night;

All natural things both live and move
In natural peace that is their own;
Only in our disordered life
Almost is she unknown.

She is not rest, nor sleep, nor death;
Order and motion ever stand
To carry out her firm behests
As guards at her right hand.

And something of her living force
Fashions the lips when Christians say
To Him Whose strength sustains the world,
"Give us Thy Peace, we pray!"

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Poems Of Carl Sandburg - Poemas en inglés

Recursos Educativos en Inglés - Poems in English - Poesías en inglés

Fog - Carl Sandburg

The fog comes
on little cat feet.

It sits looking
over harbor and city
on silent haunches
and then moves on.

Theme In Yellow - Carl Sandburg

I spot the hills
With yellow balls in autumn.
I light the prairie cornfields
Orange and tawny gold clusters
And I am called pumpkins.
On the last of October
When dusk is fallen
Children join hands
And circle round me
Singing ghost songs
And love to the harvest moon;
I am a jack-o’-lantern
With terrible teeth
And the children know
I am fooling.

A Dream Girl - Carl Sandburg

You will come one day in a waver of love,
Tender as dew, impetuous as rain,
The tan of the sun will be on your skin,
The purr of the breeze in your murmuring speech,
You will pose with a hill-flower grace.

You will come, with your slim, expressive arms,
A poise of the head no sculptor has caught
And nuances spoken with shoulder and neck,
Your face in pass-and-repass of moods
As many as skies in delicate change
Of cloud and blue and flimmering sun.

Yet,
You may not come, O girl of a dream,
We may but pass as the world goes by
And take from a look of eyes into eyes,
A film of hope and a memoried day.

A Father To His Son - Carl Sandburg

A father sees his son nearing manhood.
What shall he tell that son?
"Life is hard; be steel; be a rock."
And this might stand him for the storms
and serve him for humdrum monotony
and guide him among sudden betrayals
and tighten him for slack moments.
"Life is a soft loam; be gentle; go easy."
And this too might serve him.
Brutes have been gentled where lashes failed.
The growth of a frail flower in a path up
has sometimes shattered and split a rock.
A tough will counts. So does desire.
So does a rich soft wanting.
Without rich wanting nothing arrives.
Tell him too much money has killed men
and left them dead years before burial:
the quest of lucre beyond a few easy needs
has twisted good enough men
sometimes into dry thwarted worms.
Tell him time as a stuff can be wasted.
Tell him to be a fool every so often
and to have no shame over having been a fool
yet learning something out of every folly
hoping to repeat none of the cheap follies
thus arriving at intimate understanding
of a world numbering many fools.
Tell him to be alone often and get at himself
and above all tell himself no lies about himself
whatever the white lies and protective fronts
he may use against other people.
Tell him solitude is creative if he is strong
and the final decisions are made in silent rooms.
Tell him to be different from other people
if it comes natural and easy being different.
Let him have lazy days seeking his deeper motives.
Let him seek deep for where he is born natural.
Then he may understand Shakespeare
and the Wright brothers, Pasteur, Pavlov,
Michael Faraday and free imaginations
Bringing changes into a world resenting change.
He will be lonely enough
to have time for the work
he knows as his own.

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Districts of London. Information about London.

London has 33 boroughs, which are further divided into interesting neighbourhoods and avenues, most of them in central London. Discover the best of them.

City of London

The City is the largest financial district in the UK and one of the most important in the world. Although it only has a population of around 7,000 inhabitants, on weekdays it is home to more than 300,000 people.

In this area you can't miss St. Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London or the modern City Hall building.

Myfair

This area is bounded by Piccadilly Circus, Hyde Park, Oxford Street and Regent Street. It is a rather posh area full of luxury hotels and flats, swanky shops, Georgian-style houses, offices and embassies. It is frequented by London's wealthiest population.

Westminster and Whitehall

These are London's most touristy areas and are steeped in history. Since the time of Edward the Confessor, Westminster has been the seat of British government. Dominated by Parliament and Westminster Abbey, the area stretches along the River Thames to the east of St. James's Park. At the northern end is the famous Trafalgar Square, one of the city's most important attractions and home to the majestic National Gallery.

Whitehall is the main street linking Trafalgar Square to Parliament Square. It is home to Downing Street, the residence of the Prime Minister of Great Britain.

Westminster also encompasses Victoria, an area named after the busy and bustling Victoria Station.

Covent Garden and The Strand

Covent Garden is one of London's most popular areas, boasting an impressive shopping area that delights London shoppers and tourists alike. Enjoy a rich array of restaurants, pubs and outdoor cafes, as well as some of London's most fashionable shops. Street performers and street markets are another of its most striking attractions along with Covent Garden Square.

The Strans forms the southern border of Covent Garden. It is lined with theatres, shops, 5-star hotels, restaurants and pubs.

Soho and Chinatown

Soho is London's most multi-racial neighbourhood and home to the city's most vibrant nightlife. Its streets are lined with restaurants, trendy bars, luxury boutiques and sex shops. These shops are even more prevalent on Old Compton Street, the city's main thoroughfare. The area is also home to London's popular Chinatown.

South Bank

Although not officially a borough, it comprises an area stretching along the south bank of the Thames around Waterloo Station. Once an area of factories and warehouses, it was transformed into a space for the promotion of the arts with the construction of the South Bank. It was also the site of the beautiful County Hall which now houses businesses, the London Aquarium, the Dali Universe gallery and the Namco Station playground. Right next to it stands the great London Eye Ferris wheel.

St James's

Saint James's begins at Piccadilly Circus and extends southwest towards Pall Mall. This district is home to Queen Elizabeth II's famous residence, Buckingham Palace. It has numerous gentlemen's clubs where you can play poker, drink spirits and smoke.

Bloomsbury

Bloomsbury is one of London's most cultural areas, home to the British Museum and London University.

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Information about London. Demographics of London

The City of London, founded by the Romans as Londinium in 43 AD, is situated on the banks of the River Thames in the south-west of the island of Great Britain. London is the political and economic capital of both England and the United Kingdom and is one of the most important capital cities in the world.

London comprises a total of 33 boroughs, including the City of London (also known as the Square Mile or City) which is Europe's main banking and business centre, measuring just 2.59 km².

The city has a total area of 1,579 square kilometres, inhabited by more than 7 million people, making it one of the most populous capitals in Europe, along with Madrid, Paris and Moscow.

London is one of the busiest and most visited cities in the world, with over 30 million tourists a year. Thousands of tourists arrive in London every day, attracted by the great cultural, touristic, architectural and economic burden that the city has been carrying for many decades. The combination of old and new is a characteristic that describes London perfectly.

More than 300 languages are spoken in London, due to the large population of people from all over the world who have made London their home. This characteristic makes this city even more interesting and gives us the opportunity to get to know cultural traits of other peoples of the world.

The main tourist attractions are the Tower of London, the London Eye, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Parliament Square, Tower Bridge, Hyde Park, Regent's Park, The Mall, Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral, Piccadilly Circus, Windsor Castle, as well as a multitude of museums, art galleries and theatres.

Additional information on London

Area: 1579 km².
Density: 4,700 inhabitants/km².
Total population: Over 7,000,000 inhabitants.
Time zone: GMT
Coordinates: 51°30' N 0°8' E
Altitude: 20 metres.

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The job interview - How to Prepare For an Interview

Job interviews

This is the most important stage in the selection process, so it is essential to get it right, as you rarely get a second chance to make a good impression. Here are some guidelines to help you prepare for this important first contact.

Firstly, try to find out as much as possible about the company you are applying to; it is a good idea to check their website and find out something about the products and services they offer, where they operate from and how many people work there.

You also need to make a good impression, so pay particular attention to the way you dress and your general physical appearance. For office work it is recommended to dress formally (a suit), men should wear a tie and women should wear only a modest amount of perfume, make-up and jewellery.

Plan your travel to the interview venue in advance to ensure that you arrive in good time, about 15-20 minutes early, and allow for possible delays en route. Punctuality, presentation and motivation are very important factors.

During the interview your level of English should be sufficient to express yourself clearly. It is advisable to bring an identity document with you. You should try to be relaxed and answer questions confidently and with as much integrity as possible.

It is fine to smile, but the contact should remain professional. Each question should be answered as fully and clearly as possible. If a question is not well understood, it may be asked to be repeated or clarified. Good communication skills are very important.

Interviews in most companies usually last about 30-40 minutes and there may be one interviewer or a panel of two or three. In this case, the panel will usually be chaired by the head of the department to which the vacant post belongs or a representative of the human resources department. Psycho-technical tests (20-30 minutes) are sometimes accompanied. The style of the interview may vary. Some interviewers open the interview with questions such as "tell me about yourself", which will allow you to speak for a significant part of the time. Make sure the panel members get a sense of your suitability for the job and the value you can bring to the company.

Don't monopolise the interview, don't give negative information if you are not asked and above all don't criticise your last employer. It is useful to show that you have bothered to do some research on the company. The key is to turn negative information into positive.

Unless asked by the panel, do not explain what motivated you to apply. There is very little discussion of non-professional issues. However, you can give examples of voluntary work you have done. You do not have to give details of your interests outside work, unless you use them as examples of your ability to do a task in response to one of the questions.

Typical questions include asking the candidate to give examples of when they have been in a situation with a particular problem and how they have solved it.

The main rules for applicants are that they should be professional, polite, stick to the facts, present themselves correctly, be motivated and be on time.

To recap, these are the ideas you need to be clear about:

1. Qualifications and professional experience are very important, but what is vital is what the British call "aptitude". The positive disposition of the worker.
2. Learn as much as you can about the company before the interview.
   Practice answers. Think about what the interviewers might be interested in about your professional or personal experience and prepare your answers.
3. Dress appropriately. Physical presence can be a determining factor in a decision that will be made in a short period of time.
4. Watch your body language. Do not cross your arms or legs, it indicates insecurity or defensiveness. Always look the person asking the question in the eye. During the answer, move your gaze between the different members of the panel.
5. You should not give the impression of being shy or too forward. Being in the middle ground is the best way to get it right.
6. Let the employer know at all times that you are not afraid of pressure situations.
7. Don't try to convince them that you know how to do everything, it is better if you can convince them that you have the ability and willingness to learn.

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Where to do language exchange in London

Language exchange is a great way to socialise while learning a language with a native speaker or someone with a good command of the language. In London there are several options for every day of the week.

Sheephaven Language Exchange: The event is free. From 18h until 21h. at The Seephaven Bay, an Irish pub in Candem. The event is organised by Begonia Romero. There are also pub quizzes on Mondays which is also a good opportunity to practice your English. https://ift.tt/mSrwa9Z

Euroclub Language Exchange : MeetUp : Spanish-English. From 18.45h. Visit their website or Facebook page for more information. 020 7723 1050. It's not free, membership costs £12 for a 6 month subscription if you are unemployed and £20 otherwise. Sometimes they change dates so keep an eye on their Facebook page or MeetUp. Depending on the day they have other language exchanges such as Italian, German and French. https://ift.tt/BVLoP4x

London language exchange: The event is free of charge. From 19.30h. 020 7498 4931. Join their group to participate. https://ift.tt/b4qs5XG

London exchanges: Free event. Starts from 19h at The Phoenix pub which is very close to Oxford Circus. https://ift.tt/IH7em8s

Mammoth London Language Exchange | Meetup. Free event at the Zoo Bar. From 18.30h until 23h. At the entrance you have to say "Mammoth Language Exchange" to get a wristband and be allowed access to the reserved area downstairs and you can leave your coat free of charge. Bring ID with photo. 020 8395 4123, 020 7839 4188 ---- https://ift.tt/AxNLBwO

UK Coolege of English: They meet on Fridays from 18:15h to 19:30h. Join the weekly event on their Facebook page called "conversation club". https://ift.tt/x53WATN

The free Saturday Language Exchange Group: English, French, German, Spanish and Portuguese. From 2.45pm to 5pm. Happy hour from 15.00h. 020 7389 9933 ---- https://ift.tt/guKyvMH

Londres language exchange: From 18.00h. 020 7735 8129 ----- https://ift.tt/b4qs5XG

London Social Network – International language exchange: From 3pm. 020 7930 1885. Happy hour from 5pm ----- https://ift.tt/sHgx7kl

Other resources

The website https://ift.tt/QlYJnFW works as a social network where users register and offer/seek someone to have conversations with.

On MeetUp you can find other language exchange groups. https://ift.tt/83gjV5H

On the notice board of the Instituto Cervantes in London you can find information about Spanish-English language exchanges.

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History of the flag of the United Kingdom

The British flag is formed by the meeting of the crosses of the patron saints of England and Scotland since 1606, and of Ireland in 1801.

Representing a territory that had been incorporated into the Kingdom of England as a principality as early as 1282, the flag of Wales did not participate in the creation of the first standard in 1606.

• England: a red cross, that of St George. According to legend, he saved a princess from the clutches of a dragon and his blood drew a cross on her white shield.
• Scotland: the white cross on a blue background, St Andrew's cross. Scottish patron saint since the 11th century who was crucified in Patras (Greece) on a cross in the shape of an "X" while preaching the word of God.
• Northern Ireland: the third cross, red and oblique, that of St. Patrick, symbolises the relationship with Ireland. The universally known tricolour also appears on certain national flags of countries of the former British Empire.

The United Kingdom is made up of physically and culturally distinct regions: England, Scotland. Wales and Northern Ireland.

Great Britain is the largest of the British Isles, and, by extension, of the United Kingdom. Great Britain consists of England, Scotland and Wales. Northern Ireland is on another island to the west.

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