June 2007
Beginner to intermediate
416 pages
14h 24m
English
CHAPTER 6

Christian Parkinson
General News—From Kings to Commoners
Christian Parkinson
Broadcast Camera Journalist, BBC London
T he winter wind chills everyone standing on Cowley Street. Trying to stay warm in brightly colored jackets, they huddle and wait. Late in the afternoon, the temperature drops a few more degrees. Teams from everywhere gather on the walkway; there’s an energy in the air—a sense of competition.
Christian Parkinson can see the crowd, steaming mouths talking trash and treasures. The latest gossip, love affairs, and inside tips. He knows most of the players, and he’d love to be part of the party. But, he can’t. Yearning, ...
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