2024届高三英语一轮复习体特生辅导学案 04 应用文专题

英语辅导材料04: 应用文专题复习 (A)     The Last Greatest Magician in the World     In this book, we can learn about the wonder-worker Howard Thurston. During his life, Thurston successfully made changes in entertainment (娱乐). His magic show is regarded as the one that inspires our memories.     Author: Jim Steinmeyer Length: 377 pages Publication Date: Feb. 3, 2011     A World Without Heroes     Jason Walker lives a peaceful life until one day he falls through a hole and ends up in a new foreign world. In Lyrian, the people dress and behave differently, living in fear of their Emperor Surroth. But in Jason's search for a way home, he learns of a magical word that could kill Surroth and becomes the hero he has never imagined.     Author: Brandon Mull Length: 464 pages Publication Date: Mar. 15, 2011     Life     With his honesty, Keith Richards brings us the story of a life we have all longed to know more of. It's hard to imagine a famous person's biography is as easy to drink in as Keith Richards' life. The book's content agrees with the rhythm of his voice so much that reading his tale is like sharing a cup of beer with an old friend.     Author: Keith Richards Length: 576 pages Publication Date: Oct. 26, 2010​​​​​     The Monkey and the Monk     The famous translation of The Journey to the West was popular with English-speaking audiences. The book shows the novel's most exciting and meaningful parts without taking anything away from their true spirit. Moreover, with a new form, this translation is sure to attract more fans.     Author: Anthony C. Yu Length: 512 pages Publication Date: Nov. 15, 2006 1. What kind of book is A World Without Heroes? A. A life guide. B. An adventure novel. C. A biography. D. An educational book. 2. What can we know about Life? A. It is written in rhyme. B. It is full of imagination. C. It is easy to understand. D. It is mainly about folk tales. 3. Whose book will you choose if you want to know about Howard Thurston? A. Jim Steinmeyer's. B. Brando