While most of us might take dictionaries for granted, the process of writing them is in fact as lively and dynamic as language itself. With sharp wit and irreverence, Kory Stamper cracks open the complex, obsessive world of lexicography--from the agonizing decisions about what and how to define, to the knotty questions of usage in an ever-changing language. She explains why small words are the most difficult to define (have you ever tried to define is ?), how it can take nine months to define a single word, and how our biases about language and pronunciation can have tremendous social influence. Throughout, Stamper brings to life the hallowed halls (and highly idiosyncratic cubicles) of Merriam-Webster, a world inhabited by quirky, erudite individuals who quietly shape the way we communicate. A sure delight for all lovers of words, Word by Word might also quietly improve readers grasp and use of the English language."

    Retaining it and using it in preaching, teaching, and ministry is another. In this volume, two master teachers with nearly forty years of combined teaching experience inspire readers to learn, retain, and use Greek for ministry, setting them on a lifelong journey of reading and loving the Greek New Testament.Designed to accompany a beginning or intermediate Greek grammar, this book offers practical guidance, inspiration, and motivation; presents methods not usually covered in other textbooks; and surveys helpful resources for recovering Greek after a long period of disuse. It also includes devotional thoughts from the Greek New Testament. The book will benefit anyone who is taking (or has taken) a year of New Testament Greek.

    Not only does he want to learn Spanish: he wants to be Spanish! He gave up drinking tea and now he only drinks coffee, sangría and red wine; he is learning to dance flamenco by watching videos on YouTube, has only paella and tortilla for dinner and sleeps siesta every day. No wonder people in the village think he is completely crazy! Learn Spanish by Reading ¿Me voy o me quedo? is a short story specially written for students with an intermediate level of Spanish. It will help you learn, revise and consolidate the vocabulary and grammar of level B1. Reading short stories like ¿Me voy o me quedo? is one of the most effective and pleasant ways to learn a Foreign Language. By reading, you can learn vocabulary and grammar structures in context, without memorising lists of isolated words or studying endless grammar rules. However... However, ¿Me voy o me quedo? is not just a book to learn Spanish. It is a funny, witty, enjoyable and engaging story. A story that will capture your attention from the beginning and, hopefully, will make you smile.

    This is a practical way to learn the aspects of language that you’ll actually need and use; from booking a hotel room to navigating a menu, Paul will effortlessly build your confidence and give you the tools to handle any holiday situation.His ‘word robbery’ will also help unlock the range of vocabulary you already know. By making a few simple tweaks, you’ll go from fantastic to fantastique.Ideal for first-time learners or people who struggled in school, this book will help you absorb information quickly and efficiently, just like you did learning English as a child. Forget the way you used to be taught; this course guarantees you minimum effort and maximum success without the need for complex grammar rules or jargon. With thousands of satisfied customers, there’s never been a better time to learn.“There is nothing so complicated in foreign languages that it cannot be made simple.” Paul NobleA quick, easy and fun way to unlock your basic language skills. Perfect for beginners, this book will give you all the information you need to build basic conversations and get by on your travels.

    As the title suggests, 'Motherfoclóir' takes an irreverent, pun-friendly and contemporary approach to the Irish language. The translations are expanded on and arranged into broad categories that allow interesting connections to be made, and sprinkled with anecdotes and observations about Irish and Ireland itself, as well as language in general. The author includes stories about his own relationship with Irish, and how it fits in with the most important events in his life. This is a book for all lovers of the quirks of language.

     In order to make language learning logical and simple, the reading material in textbooks is usually quite dull. And most textbooks don’t teach much about the writing style of novels and short stories. This means that even an intermediate student of Japanese might encounter many difficulties when attempting to explore Japanese literature. This book is aimed at students who wish to bridge this gap between real Japanese literature and the reading material of textbooks. This book will also help students learn or solidify a lot of the grammar required to pass level N4 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test as well as expand their vocabulary, because while the stories in this collection are based on stories from Japanese folklore, they have been written in a more accessible manner and with common words.

     With a fistful of German learning experiences under his belt Dino follows his heart's desire, visits friends and family back in his home country only to delve right back into the beautiful and bewildering world of Switzerland and Austria where German suddenly seems like a completely foreign language again. Follow Dino on his adventures through four different European countries, immerse yourself in North Sea breezes, a Sicilian wedding, Viennese coffee culture, Swiss mountain air, and improve your German effortlessly along the way! This book is designed to help beginners make the leap from studying isolated words and phrases to reading (and enjoying) naturally flowing German short stories. Learning German Doesn't Have To Be A Chore Just got started on your German learning journey? Memorized a few words but struggle with longer texts? We've all been there. This book is designed to help beginners make the leap from studying isolated words and phrases to reading (and enjoying!) authentic German fiction. Using simplified sentence structures and a very basic vocabulary, this story series is carefully crafted to allow even novice learners to boost their confidence and speed up their German learning journey. Each chapter comes with a complete German-English dictionary, with a special emphasis on collocative phrases (high frequency word combinations), short sentences and expressions. By working with these “building blocks” instead of just single words, learners can accelerate their understanding and active usage of new German language material and make the learning process more fluid and fun. What You'll Find In This Book 40 German short stories about 4 cities in 4 countries a balance between cozy vocabulary and introduction of new words tons of phrases and expressions you will actually use in daily life fun facts about German music history, Sicilian cuisine, Swiss architecture and Austrian coffee culture a detailed German-English dictionary after every chapter enough support to make following along easy, without spoiling your own efforts fun short quizzes to check your text-comprehension (including answers) a relatable protagonist and other fun characters hand-drawn illustrations by the author a border-crossing European adventure Read, Learn & Collect Them All Once you're done reading the four episodes contained in this collector's edition, you'll have traveled half of Europe and picked up more German than years' worth of expensive courses. Learning German has never been more fun. What You WON'T Find In This Book parallel translations that may seem convenient but don't teach you anything dull characters designed by aca

    The inclusion of real-life stories helps put the words into meaningful context while also building your Korean vocabulary skills. This makes it much easier to remember and put into practice.

    Learning with visual prompts is a fast, effective and efficient method. Add a healthy serving of fun on top and you have a winning formula that will enable you to read your first Russian words within minutes of beginning. To support your progress, you can download a mini audio file and a PDF with the illustrations that feature in this guide.

    This is a practical way to learn the aspects of language that you’ll actually need and use; from booking a hotel room to navigating a menu, Paul will effortlessly build your confidence and give you the tools to handle any holiday situation.His ‘word robbery’ will also help unlock the range of vocabulary you already know. By making a few simple tweaks, you’ll go from fantastic to fantástico.Ideal for first-time learners or people who struggled in school, this book will help you absorb information quickly and efficiently, just like you did learning English as a child. Forget the way you used to be taught; this course guarantees you minimum effort and maximum success without the need for complex grammar rules or jargon. With thousands of satisfied customers, there’s never been a better time to learn.“There is nothing so complicated in foreign languages that it cannot be made simple.” Paul NobleA quick, easy and fun way to unlock your basic language skills. Perfect for beginners, this book will give you all the information you need to build basic conversations and get by on your travels.

    Build experience before you ever encounter a native speaker. Prepare for your next adventure by reading bilingual short stories in simple Spanish. 10 short stories written predominantly in the present tense and in a manner spoken throughout Latin America. This book will supercharge your confidence and solidify your foundation in Spanish. It is the most useful collection of Spanish short stories available for beginners. What’s inside 10 Short Stories that are entertaining and insightful. 3 chapters per story. Chapter previews. Multiple Choice Questions to test your comprehension and the answer keys. Useful vocabulary lists at the end of each chapter for your reference and to help you review. An English translation below each paragraph. Bilingual text effectively provides contextual definitions of vocabulary often confused when using a separate dictionary. It also enables greater insight into the use of idiomatic or colloquial phrases. If you are truly a novice, an English translation will also provide the necessary assistance you need to navigate the dialog and settings. This collection of short stories is an indispensable resource that will engage your imagination transforming the learning process into something fun you can do every day! Make fewer mistakes when speaking Spanish, boost your vocabulary, and expand your comprehension. Learn faster and retain more with Spanish short stories for beginners. ¡Bienvenidos a su futuro!

    offers an up-to-date overview of six principles underlying contemporary communicative language teaching. In a conversational style, Bill VanPatten addresses principles related to the nature of communication, the nature of language, how language is acquired, the roles of input and interaction, tasks and activities, and focus on form ("grammar"). Each principle is informed by decades of research yet all are presented in a manner accessible to veteran and novice educators alike.This book is a must read for all interested in 21st century language teaching. With special features such as Foundational Readings, Discussion Questions and Food for Thought, "I..." statements for self-assessment, and While We're on the Topic reflection boxes that invite the reader to ponder related topics, this book can easily be used as the foundation for any course on contemporary language teaching.

    Open the Cabinet to leap back in time, learn about linguistic trivia, follow a curious thread or wonder at the web of connections in the English language.Paul Anthony Jones has unearthed a wealth of strange and forgotten words: illuminating some aspect of the day, or simply telling a cracking good yarn, each reveals a story.

    edition (May 2019)In this book you will find 100 daily life easy short stories in German language on different topics. Each section takes 1-2 minutes. Important words and phrases relevant to each topic were selected carefully.Thanks to this book, you will learn new words and phrases in each story, and you will also be able to use those in your daily encounters. You will be improving your listening and pronunciation skills through included audio files.This book is the ideal choice for:- People with A1 level German knowledge,- People willing to improve their beginner level German (A2),- Ones who would like to easily learn daily phrases and words instead of just memorizing them,- People who would like to understand German grammar rules through easy short stories. What is new in the 2th edition: - Stories were rearranged and content was improved.- Some stories were replaced with more educational stories.- Stories were re-vocalized. All audio files were revised.- Improvements were made on Questions and Vocabulary sections.- 10 Bonus Stories (A2 - B1)Audio Files in MP3 Format - DownloadYou can find the download link at the end of the book.(The page after the 100th story.)

    In the 1960s and 70s, she translated poets from East Berlin and Vietnam. Gansel’s debut conveys the estrangement every translator experiences by moving between tongues, and muses on how translation becomes an exercise of empathy between those in exile.

    

    The rules are always changing, and grammar advice from a century or even a few years ago may not apply today. If you want to communicate with clarity and credibility—if you want people to focus on what you’re saying, rather than how you’re saying it—then you need to use excellent grammar. Editor, linguistic expert, and self-proclaimed “grammar cheerleader” Lisa McLendon has spent her career finding ways to use language effectively and correctly. Lisa knows that the primary reason people are uneasy about writing and public speaking is because they aren’t confident in their grammar skills. With The Perfect English Grammar Workbook Lisa has developed a simple, well-organized grammar workbook that demystifies English grammar so you can use it with confidence and accuracy. In The Perfect English Grammar Workbook you’ll find: EASY-TO-FOLLOW LESSONS organized by how we naturally learn—simple instructions followed by self-directed quizzes RELEVANT, ENGAGING EXAMPLES that demonstrate grammar rules with wit, humor, and contemporary appeal RECENT, UP-TO-DATE RULES based on the English language we use today A WIDE VARIETY OF EXERCISES that make learning fun HELPFUL FEATURES FOR CLASSROOM USE including standalone answer keys for easy photocopying and color-coded pages for quick navigation Finding the best grammar workbook can be difficult. But The Perfect English Grammar Workbook provides everything you need to master the rules of grammar with ease and enjoyment. The Perfect English Grammar Workbook covers all English grammar rules including: Composition * Parts of Speech * Sentence Structure * Verbs * Determiners * Nouns * Adjectives * Prepositions * Conjunctions * Punctuation * and more.

     This is considered by many like the best Spanish Course for beginners available nowadays. The contents are modern, the method is extremely efficient and the author is a university lecturer native from Spain with a PhD in Spanish Studies.

    James. Overview route planners plus daily stage maps and detailed town plans help sojourners with all the advance preparation they need. The maps feature contour guides to help distinguish the terrain that will be crossed each day, while full information on all pilgrim hostels, as well as details for alternative accommodation, allow travelers to plot adequate nightly stopping points. All reference information is accompanied by helpful spiritual guidelines to support the seeker's inner journey as well as the outer pilgrimage. Otherwise known as the Camino Francés, the main route covered in this volume is the most popular sacred route through Spain, from St. Jean Pied de Port to Santiago de Compostela.

    Devanāgarī script is introduced over several chapters and used in parallel with transliteration for several chapters more, allowing students to progress in learning Sanskrit itself while still mastering the script. Students are exposed to annotated original texts in addition to practise sentences very early on, and structures and systems underlying the wealth of forms are clearly explained to facilitate memorisation. All grammar is covered in detail, with chapters dedicated to compounding and nominal derivation, and sections explaining relevant historical phenomena. The introduction also includes a variety of online resources that students may use to reinforce and expand their knowledge: flash cards; video tutorials for all chapters; and up-to-date links to writing, declension and conjugation exercises and online dictionaries, grammars, and textual databases.

    This is a practical way to learn the aspects of language that you’ll actually need and use; from booking a hotel room to navigating a menu, Paul will effortlessly build your confidence and give you the tools to handle any holiday situation. His ‘word robbery’ will also help unlock the range of vocabulary you already know.Ideal for first-time learners or people who struggled in school, this book will help you absorb information quickly and efficiently, just like you did learning English as a child. Forget the way you used to be taught; this course guarantees you minimum effort and maximum success without the need for complex grammar rules or jargon.“There is nothing so complicated in foreign languages that it cannot be made simple.” Paul NobleA quick, easy and fun way to unlock your basic language skills. Perfect for beginners, this book will give you all the information you need to build basic conversations and get by on your travels. Which Paul Noble product is right for me? I need a basic audio course for use on holiday or a business trip – choose The Essential Paul Noble Course.I am a beginner or near-beginner and need an in-depth audio course – choose The Paul Noble Complete Course.I have listened to a Complete Course and I would like to take my learning to the next level – choose The Paul Noble Next Steps Course.I have some understanding and have previously studied the language, I need a book to consolidate what I know and increase my conversational ability – choose The Paul Noble Unlocking Series.

    Preserved by the Jews across two millennia, Hebrew endured long after it ceased to be a mother tongue, resulting in one of the most intense textual cultures ever known. It was a bridge to Greek and Arab science. It unlocked the biblical sources for Jerome and the Reformation. Kabbalists and humanists sought philosophical truth in it, and Colonial Americans used it to shape their own Israelite political identity. Today, it is the first language of millions of Israelis.The Story of Hebrew takes readers from the opening verses of Genesis--which seemingly describe the creation of Hebrew itself--to the reincarnation of Hebrew as the everyday language of the Jewish state. Lewis Glinert explains the uses and meanings of Hebrew in ancient Israel and its role as a medium for wisdom and prayer. He describes the early rabbis' preservation of Hebrew following the Babylonian exile, the challenges posed by Arabic, and the prolific use of Hebrew in Diaspora art, spirituality, and science. Glinert looks at the conflicted relationship Christians had with Hebrew from the Renaissance to the Counter-Reformation, the language's fatal rivalry with Yiddish, the dreamers and schemers that made modern Hebrew a reality, and how a lost pre-Holocaust textual ethos is being renewed today by Orthodox Jews.A major work of scholarship, The Story of Hebrew is an unforgettable account of what one language has meant to those possessing it.

    Too bad. Instead, we want to ask you some questions: Are you new to language services, an experienced industry veteran, or an industry outsider who would like to learn more? Have you been waiting your whole life for somebody (anybody) to please publish a book about the language services industry that doesn’t bore you to tears? Are you a translator or owner of an LSP that is looking for insight into how to grow your business and make more money doing what you love? Has your manager just told you that you are now in charge of something called “localization” and you need to figure out what the hell they are talking about? Are you a manager that has just told your employee they are in charge of something called “localization” and would like to give them a book so you don’t have to pretend you know what the hell you are talking about? If you answered yes, no, or maybe to zero or more of the above questions, then this, my friend, is the book for you! The General Theory of the Translation Company condenses decades of combined experience in an easily digestible and entertaining format. Just like this back-of-the-book-summary, it does not provide all the answers. It teaches us how to ask better questions and to have more meaningful conversations about language services.

    This magical journey will teach you how words can be used to empower or disempower you. Once you learn how powerful words are and how to apply them wisely to your life, you can use them to empower you to defend your rights, manifest your desires and achieve spiritual freedom. What is word magic? Word magic is the art of communicating using sacred sounds and symbols to direct and control energy to produce certain desired effects. All words have magic properties. However, certain words have more magic properties for the reason that they carry more energy and intention. This is why during magic rituals certain specific words are used. Because word magic uses sacred sounds and symbols to direct and control energy, it is one of the most effective tools to use for achieving desires or programming the subconscious mind. Because of this, it is heavily used by religious institutions, corporations, courts, banks and governments. The word magic techniques used by religious institutions, corporations, courts, banks and governments are shockingly revealed in this enlightening book. Through Word Magic: The Powers & Occult Definitions of Words, you can explore a hidden world that shows you how words shape your reality. This enlightening book is not your average book because it explores magic and the powers of words to the core of reality. Furthermore, it has a lot of empowering knowledge that is rarely found in the public domain. By reading this empowering book, you will know how powerful words are and why learning how to use words wisely can help you achieve success and freedom, and empower you to defend your natural rights.

    Editors Martha Collins and Kevin Prufer invited twenty-five contributors, all of them translators and most of them also poets, to select one poem in another language and three English translations of it, and then to provide an essay about the challenges and rewards of translating it. This anthology offers the original poem and the translations side by side, so readers can compare the translations for themselves.The original poems are from across time and around the world. The poets include Sappho, San Juan de la Cruz, Basho, Rilke, Akhmatova, Garcia Lorca, Szymborska, Amichai, and Adonis. The languages represented are many, from Latin to Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Hebrew, Arabic, and Haitian Creole. More than seventy translators are included, among them Robert Bly, Anne Carson, Ruth Fainlight, David Hinton, Rosemary Lloyd, Khaled Mattawa, and W. S. Merwin. Into English becomes a chorus in celebration of international poetry and translation--what George Kalogeris, quoting Virgil, describes as "song replying to song replying to song.""Into English plunges the reader into a translation seminar: the joyous, argumentative, fetishistic, obsessive, and unending struggle to give poems new life in English. This generous book offers a plenitude: plural poems, plural languages, plural eras, plural translators. And summons us to add to the bounty."--Rosanna Warren"Into English is the great book so many of us have waited for: an anthology that actually teaches one about craft. For what is the discussion of literary translation if not a patient, detail-oriented, step-by-step education for a poet on the masteries of word choice, precision, tone? To say that I love this very special collection is an understatement."--Ilya KaminskyContributors include Kareem James Abu-Zeid, Willis Barnstone, Chana Bloch, Karen Emmerich, Danielle Legros Georges, Johannes Goransson, Joanna Trzeciak Huss, George Kalogeris, J. Kates, Alexis Levitin, Bonnie McDougall, Jennifer Moxley, Carl Phillips, Hiroaki Sato, Cindy Schuster, Rebecca Seiferle, Adam Sorkin, Susan Stewart, Cole Swensen, Arthur Sze, Stephen Tapscott, Alisa Valles, Sidney Wade, Ellen Dore Watson, and David Young.

    Pollard, PhD, Professor of English at West Chester University extols: “HOW DARE WE! WRITE offers a much needed corrective to creative writing pedagogy. The collection asks us to consider the following questions: what does it mean for an indigenous, or black, or Latinx, or Asian, or Middle Eastern, or LGBTQIA+ (or a combination of these identities) American to become a writer? ...What does it mean to work through resistance from supposed mentors, to face rejection from publishers and classmates, to stand against traditions that silence you, to stand in your truth about your identity so that you can claim, fearlessly, your history, your trauma, your joy...” Contributors include: Gabriella Anais Deal-Marquez, Marcie Rendon, Marlina Gonzalez, Michael Kleber-Diggs, Lori Young-Williams, Jessica Lopez Lyman, Luis M Lopez, Sagirah Shahid, Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay, Tou SaiKo Lee, Anya Achtenberg, Ginny Allery, Wesley Brown, Kandace Creel Falcón, Olive Lefferson, Christine Stark, Isela Gomez R., Bell Brown, Brenda, "William S. Yellow Robe, Jr, Ching-In Chen, Sweta Vikram, Hei Kyong Kim, Sherrie Fernandez-Williams, and Taiyon Coleman.

     In this version of Gritty Spanish, the stories are a lot shorter and easier to read and understand than the previous offerings, but it's still has that signature GRIT we all love about Gritty Spanish, but without the foul language. It’s perfect for Beginner – Intermediate Spanish language learners who are interested in improving their Spanish reading comprehension in a fun and unique way through story telling. In this book, you'll read 32 short, engaging and extremely entertaining stories that will hook you! It will become a big part in helping finally break out of basic level Spanish. You'll read each of the 32 stores in both Spanish & English! This book is professionally formatted, excellent usage of colors, and spacing, making it an extremely easy read. Detailed explanations on Grammar in each story! ================================= Gritty Spanish Beginnings contains a plethora of explanations of most of the verbs used in each story. There is a lot more, "hand holding" in this version than the previous versions of Gritty Spanish. There is a section at the end of every story, called, "Breaking it all down" you'll find very helpful. You don't even need to finish the story to read certain parts of that section, that's because in each story, there are links of certain verbs and other Grammar notes which takes you straight to that area. So you click, read read a little about it, and when you click again, it takes you right back to that same point in the story! It's like having your own dictionary within the book itself, so you don't need to stop, and look up verbs and how they are used, etc. This is a very cool feature!!! You’ll learn hundreds of verbs in Gritty Spanish Beginnings and how they are used in context! You'll increase your vocabulary thanks to the excellent side by side translations. You'll this awesome book. It will definitely keep you busy and very entertained for a while and your Spanish reading comprehension will improve greatly as a result! Audio Package on GrittySpanish.com =============================== Just like the previous versions of Gritty Spanish, all the stories are dramatically voice acted by native Spanish speakers. After reading the stories, you should definitely consider purchasing the audio from the official website, www.grittyspanish.com, it’s absolutely amazing and hearing the stories with the sound effects, music and the passion in each character's voice has always been a staple of Gritty Spanish. see the end of the book for all the details! Enjoy and thanks for giving it a shot!

    Less well known, however, is that it is also rich in languages. Home to seven languages, Scandinavia has traditionally been understood as linguistically bifurcated between its five Germanic languages (Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Icelandic, and Faroese) and its two Finno-Ugric ones (Finnish and Sámi). In The Languages of Scandinavia, Ruth H. Sanders takes a pioneering approach: she considers these Seven Sisters of the North together. While the two linguistic families that comprise Scandinavia’s languages ultimately have differing origins, the Seven Sisters have coexisted side by side for millennia. As Sanders reveals, a crisscrossing of names, territories, and even to some extent language genetics—intimate language contact—has created a body of shared culture, experience, and linguistic influences that is illuminated when the story of these seven languages is told as one. Exploring everything from the famed whalebone Lewis Chessmen of Norse origin to the interactions between the Black Death and the Norwegian language, The Languages of Scandinavia offers profound insight into languages with a cultural impact deep-rooted and far-reaching, from the Icelandic sagas to Swedish writer Stieg Larsson’s internationally popular Millennium trilogy. Sanders’s book is both an accessible work of linguistic scholarship and a fascinating intellectual history of language.

    The Student's Book with answers allows students to familiarise themselves with IELTS and to practise examination techniques using authentic tests. It contains four complete tests for Academic candidates. An introduction to these modules is included in the book, together with an explanation of the scoring system used by Cambridge English Language Assessment. There is a comprehensive section of answers and tapescripts at the back of the book. Audio CDs containing the material for the Listening Tests, and a Student's Book with answers with downloadable Audio are sold separately. These tests are also available as IELTS Academic Tests 5-8 on Testbank.org.uk.

     For those of you who can’t just slip away from life, travel to Italy and immerse yourself in the language in order to learn it, this is your solution! Reading and listening to native-spoken Italian stories is the next best thing. You have at your fingertips the written word AND an accompanying audio recording that allows you to: Gain a greater vocabulary that you can use immediately, every day. You will add 1,500+ Italian words and expressions to your repertoire through the encounter of descriptive sentences and casual conversations woven throughout the stories. Sharpen your comprehension of the spoken word by listening to a native Italian speaker. Learn how to pronounce Italian words properly by comparing the written word to the audio recording. Familiarize yourself with a wide range of grammar structures and put them to use today. Avoid the monotonous task of memorizing grammar rules. How awesome is that?! Each story is recorded by a native Italian speaker: At a natural speed for learners to understand what is being said. You receive 90 minutes of MP3 audio recording! There is no need for a dictionary. Each story is broken down with an Italian and English glossary that introduces you to the words and phrases you might not understand. This comes in handy because there is no need for the irritating process of flipping pages, continually searching for definitions or translations. A vocabulary recap at the end of each chapter allows you to review what you have read and listened to so you don’t forget the essential words and expressions taught throughout the lesson. All stories are written using vocabulary that you could easily use in your day-to-day conversations. With this book and accompanying audio, you can start improving your Italian today!

    Disturbing, yet perfect." No Ordinary Love Story. In trying to build the perfect companion, Xander Manning found the real thing. He was a successful businessman. A lifetime devoted to constructing the perfect woman. Chloe Armstrong was a struggling artist. Half Xander's age, and with twice the emotional baggage. A chance encounter saw their paths cross... A bond developed, and a love soon blossomed... But not all was as it seemed. The relationship was doomed to tragedy. Only one of them saw it coming... All they wanted was love, compassion and a sense of belonging. They were simple machines, after all. Just like you. Discover the year's biggest twist in this roller coaster romance suspense story that will leave you breathless... Read Simple Machines for FREE with your Kindle Unlimited subscription and look for it under romance and suspense. Other titles available by the author: Thriller/Crime Versus Let's Kill Mr Pond Horror Pure Dark Volumes 1 - 3: The Ultimate Horror Endurance Trilogy Pure Dark Vol 1 Pure Dark Vol 2 Pure Dark Vol 3 Convenience Satire & Humor In Their Shoes: The First Trilogy In Their Shoes: The Second Trilogy In Their Shoes - The Teacher (Book I) In Their Shoes - The Actor (Book II) In Their Shoes - The Model (Book III) In Their Shoes - The Artist (Book IV) In Their Shoes - The Nurse (Book V) In Their Shoes - The Dealer (Book VI)

    From the author of P.A.W.S. and Esmeralda Grunch and the Red Tulip.

    Perfect for the whole family, First Words French features 100 words to use while travelling, from food and transport, to animals and weather.Each word is accompanied with a bold illustration and a simple pronunciation guide to make the vocabulary fun and easy to learn. Plus, its small size means it's a handy addition to any trip to France or a French-speaking country.Also included is a free audio pronunciation guide. Scan the QR code on the back cover or visit our First Words website to hear each word spoken by a native child. Also available:First Words SpanishFirst Words EnglishAbout Lonely Planet Kids: Come explore! Let's start an adventure. Lonely Planet Kids excites and educates children about the amazing world around them. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humour and eye-catching imagery, we ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place - inspiring children at home and in school.Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

    Rather than positioning queerness as connected only to queer texts or queer teachers/students (as much work on queer pedagogy has done since the 1990s), this book offers writing and teaching as already queer practices, and contends that the overlap between queer theory and composition presents new possibilities for teaching writing. Teaching Queer argues for and enacts “queer forms”—non-normative and category-resistant forms of writing—those that move between the critical and the creative, the theoretical and the practical, and the queer and the often invisible normative functions of classrooms.

    McCaughan’s engaging prose is a joy to read. Discover the Sex Pistols’ connection with Cúil Aodha and many another startling fact about the Irish language. This journey towards a homecoming will touch many hearts.’ Joseph O'ConnorThis is the story of Michael McCaughan’s journey around Ireland and the Irish language. From a surreal start involving dedicated listening to Raidió na Gaeltachta’s death notices, to rediscovering the soul of the language through immersing himself in Phil Lynott’s music – all without becoming a Gaelbore – Coming Home will make you want to follow in his footsteps and strike out in search of the grá.

    This guide to vocabulary acquisition is essential readingfor teachers of English as a second or foreign language.It presents the major ideas and principles that relate to theteaching and learning of vocabulary and evaluates a widerange of practical activities designed to help boost students’vocabulary acquisition.Key questions which are answered include:• How many words should students learn at a time,and how often?• How much classroom time should be spent teachingvocabulary?• What is the best way to group vocabulary for learning?• Is it useful to provide students with the L1 translations ofunknown words?• Why do some students make greater progress than others?stuart webb is Professor in Applied Linguistics at theUniversity of Western Ontario, Canada.paul nation is Emeritus Professor in Applied Linguistics atVictoria University of Wellington, New Zealand.Teachers will find answers to many of their perennial questionsabout vocabulary learning—as well as some they had not yetthought to ask! There is research evidence to support establishedpractices, but also new evidence that challenges old ideas.patsy lightbown (co-author of How Languages are Learned,with Nina Spada)

    In Metaphor in Practice, psychotherapist Niklas Törneke presents the first practical book to combine the behavioral and linguistic sciences of metaphor, and illustrates how and when to apply metaphors in practice for better treatment outcomes.The use of metaphors and experiential exercises can help clients gain a deeper understanding of the problems that cause their disorders. Metaphors help clients connect with their values, and often spark the inspiration and motivation needed to make a commitment to change. And while metaphor is central to relational frame theory (RFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), research now shows its usefulness has an even broader reach.In this book, you’ll find a scientific analysis of metaphor based on over thirty years of research, as well as trends in research over the last ten years. The book includes an overview of RFT, how metaphor has influenced the community of behavior analysis, as well as available clinical research on metaphor use. You’ll also discover how to create metaphors for functional analysis, distance of observation, and things that matter to your client. Most importantly, you’ll find practical examples of metaphors and clinical exercises you can use in-session.There are many books on metaphor and psychotherapy, but this is the first book to make the connection between the science of metaphor and the detailed clinical process of using that knowledge. If you are a mental health professional—or simply interested in the science of metaphor—this book will provide everything you need to understand and apply this approach.

    Created by professional interpreter and author of 9 text books, George Trombley, Korean linguist Reed Bullen, and native Korean speaker Jiyoon Kim and Korean teacher Myunghee Ham. Using up-to-date and easy-to-grasp grammar, Korean From Zero! is the perfect course for current students of Korean to continue their studies. Features of the book: * Integrated Workbook with Answer Key * MP3 Audio * Online Support * Over 500 New Words and Expressions * Learn to Read and Write Hangul * Extensive Grammar * 130 Adjectives and Verbs Detailed * Bilingual Glossaries with Hangul and English ...and much more!

    Made to be interactive, these texts have clickable words that will take you straight to the related vocabulary explanation or grammar rule. Practice makes perfect so give it a try! Our newspaper has decided to publish mystery interviews with three celebrities. Can you guess who they are thanks to the hints from their lives? Notre journal a décidé de publier des interviews mystères avec trois célébrités. Pouvez-vous deviner qui ils sont grâce aux indices de leurs vies ?

    Build experience before you ever encounter a native speaker. Prepare for your next adventure by reading bilingual short stories in simple Spanish. 10 short stories written predominantly in the present tense and in a manner spoken throughout Latin America. This book will supercharge your confidence and solidify your foundation in Spanish. It is the most useful collection of Spanish short stories available for beginners. What’s inside 10 Short Stories that are entertaining and insightful. 3 chapters per story. Chapter previews. Multiple Choice Questions to test your comprehension and the answer keys. Useful vocabulary lists at the end of each chapter for your reference and to help you review. An English translation below each paragraph. Bilingual text effectively provides contextual definitions of vocabulary often confused when using a separate dictionary. It also enables greater insight into the use of idiomatic or colloquial phrases. If you are truly a novice, an English translation will also provide the necessary assistance you need to navigate the dialog and settings. This collection of short stories is an indispensable resource that will engage your imagination transforming the learning process into something fun you can do every day! Make fewer mistakes when speaking Spanish, boost your vocabulary, and expand your comprehension. Learn faster and retain more with Spanish short stories for beginners. ¡Bienvenidos a su futuro!

    Here Bambrilla reveals her fresh and innovative style, not better than others, as she writes, but orginal and distinctive for Versace’s workshop, halfway between fashion sketching and illustration.Manuela Brambatti began to work in the fashion world in the late '70's for the fashion magazine Style and for other magazines. She has collaborated with Giorgio Correggiari, Krizia, and Gian Marco Venturi. Employee, and later exclusive partner of the Versace fashion house from 1981 to 2009, Manuela, was crucial in setting standards in the Style magazine for the presentation of all fashion collections and their illustrations and, in recent years, the Home Collection of the Brand.Foreword writer Bruno Gianesi worked for Gianni Versace’s for sixteen years as head stylist and manager of theatrical projects. He designed costumes for respected choreographers and directors such as Maurice Béjart, Roland Petit, William Forsythe, and Bob Wilson and designed also clothing for famous members of the international jet-set, including Elton John, Madonna, Lady Diana, and Sting. The journalist and foreword writer Tony di Corcia published several books about Gianni Versace.

    A companion to the acclaimed Paper Hearts writing and publishing guides, NY Times Bestselling author Beth Revis has collected years of experience with teaching and workshopping writing. The result is a comprehensive workbook perfect for any aspiring author. Start with setting goals before writing and complete the workbook with ideas on what to do once the novel's complete. The activities compiled here help writers understand their characters, discover their voice, develop the story, and structure the plot.

    Focusing on one of the most linguistically diverse territories in the British Empire, Rachel Leow explores the profound anxieties generated by a century of struggles to govern the polyglot subjects of British Malaya and postcolonial Malaysia. The book ranges across a series of key moments in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, in which British and Asian actors wrought quiet battles in the realm of language: in textbooks and language classrooms; in dictionaries, grammars and orthographies; in propaganda and psychological warfare; and in the very planning of language itself. Every attempt to tame Chinese and Malay languages resulted in failures of translation, competence, and governance, exposing both the deep fragility of a monoglot state in polyglot milieux, and the essential untameable nature of languages in motion.

    It is an intrinsic part of us, although we seldom think about it. Language is also an extremely complex entity with subcomponents responsible for its phonological, syntactic, and semantic aspects. In this landmark work, Angela Friederici offers a comprehensive account of these subcomponents and how they are integrated. Tracing the neurobiological basis of language across brain regions in humans and other primate species, she argues that species-specific brain differences may be at the root of the human capacity for language.Friederici shows which brain regions support the different language processes and, more important, how these brain regions are connected structurally and functionally to make language processes that take place in milliseconds possible. She finds that one particular brain structure (a white matter dorsal tract), connecting syntax-relevant brain regions, is present only in the mature human brain and only weakly present in other primate brains. Is this the "missing link" that explains humans' capacity for language?Friederici describes the basic language functions and their brain basis; the language networks connecting different language-related brain regions; the brain basis of language acquisition during early childhood and when learning a second language, proposing a neurocognitive model of the ontogeny of language; and the evolution of language and underlying neural constraints. She finds that it is the information exchange between the relevant brain regions, supported by the white matter tract, that is the crucial factor in both language development and evolution.

    Enter A Pocket Style Manual. The eighth edition—with its emphasis on step-by-step how-to instruction that helps students apply writing, research, and citation advice in practical, transferable ways—is a powerful companion for writing in all disciplines. What’s more, it includes complete and updated guidelines for 2016 MLA style and features more than 300 documentation models in MLA, APA, Chicago, and CSE styles. With Pocket’s new research help, tested and trusted grammar and style advice, and digital tools that make practice, tracking, and grading simple, you’ve got the most powerful pocket guide for college writing and research.

    This Book is The Complete Set and includes learning and practicing all Hebrew letters and vowels. Through the book many Hebrew words are introduced – a total of more than 50 words. At the end of the book you can find links to online games for practicing reading while starting to build a vocabulary in Hebrew. Ivrit by Orit is an exciting language-learning program that is broken down into 8 easy-to-understand parts. Each part provides easy-to-follow content and clear explanations, as well as opportunities for written practice - which makes it a great self-teaching tool for learning to read and pronounce correctly any word in Hebrew. In addition, each part contains an audio component spoken by Orit herself, so you can check your reading while hearing the correct pronunciation. Learners never feel overwhelmed because each part builds on the previous part learned. You can also move easily between different parts and come back to any topic for review. The Answer Key is a great tool to check your own progress and reinforce the lessons learned. The last part of this book contains practice exercises through online games which help start building a vocabulary in Hebrew and vocabulary form from Genesis chapter 1. Ivrit by Orit was developed by Orit Safran-Kamara, a Hebrew professor with more than 15 years of teaching experience and practical, real-world methods for helping you read Hebrew. The first and last parts (1 & 8) of this eBook can be purchased also as individual eBooks. Start learning to read Hebrew with Ivrit by Orit - the first and the last program you will ever need!

    

    She holds a master's degree in linguistics.She has written more than 50 articles and stories, published in the USA, Canada and India. She offers advice on international programs, and encourages individuals to learn languages and travel abroad at www.e1-network.com/en

    Featuring Miriam Meyerhoff, Niko Besnier, Jack Byrne, Fiona Clark, Sandra Dickson, Poiva Junior Ashleigh Feu’u, Adeline Greig, Evan Hazenberg, Christopher Hutton, Elisabeth McDonald, Karen Parker, Kimberly Tao, Ahi Wi-Hongi, and Lal Zimman.

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    The Canticos adaptation matches the melody of the original Spanish so that parents can sing it in English as well as in Spanish. This version of the song has a special twist—adorable mice are paired with one of mom's favorite accessories—shoes!

    

    Each day, you will study three to four grammatical items found on the JLPT. Every week, from Day 1 to Day 6, you will study grammatical items which are similar in form and usage. On Day 7, you will check to see if you have learned them by doing the "Jissen Mondai" (Practice Test), that is in JLPT format. English translation is provided to explanations and examples sentences. This book includes: 1. Vocabulary, 2. Kanji, 3. Listening Comprehension (CD), 4. Reading Comprehension, and 5. Grammar.

    Brook also revisits his seminal concept of the 'empty space', considering how theatre – and the world – have changed over the span of his long and distinguished career.Threaded throughout with intimate and revealing stories from Brook's own life, Tip of the Tongue is a short but sparkling gift from one of the greatest artists of our time.

    This Volume 1 contains nearly 1,000 text segments, covering the first 100 kanji. The items for each entry contain only kanji previously introduced, and are designed to give you contextualized practice with reading the kanji-based vocabulary introduced in the course. The Graded Reading Sets allow you to apply each kanji you learn, as you learn it, and to continuously review what you have already studied. To further aid comprehension, this series also introduces over 600 key grammatical structures as they appear, with cross-references that allow you to quickly find in-depth information about any structure that may be unfamiliar to you. This contextualized grammar support allows you to master a wide range of sentence patterns through the natural process of reading and understanding. With the KLC Graded Reading Sets, there is no need to learn 1000 kanji or more before enjoying the pleasure of reading authentic written Japanese.

    No one actually speaks the formal Spanish taught in school, which makes this book a must have for anyone looking to chat with the locals without sounding like a robot. Published as an attractive, small trim hardcover, this handy phrasebook makes the perfect gift for travelers and students who want to fill the gap between the Spanish they are learning in class and what is really spoken in Spain, Mexico, Argentina and other Spanish speaking countries.

    Each day's reading includes a verse in both Greek and English, a new vocabulary word with transliteration and definitions, two vocabulary words for review, and a breakdown of the Greek verse into phrases with a side-by-side translation"--Provided by publisher.

    state of California.Go on an in-depth tour of Japan with local guide Satchiko as she shows readers what life is like in her home country, from what foods people enjoy to how they spend their free time. Satchiko will also teach readers about Japanese history and culture, show them the country's most interesting places, and more.

    

    The question at the heart of her book is Kant's 'How is knowledge possible?', but answered from a contemporary naturalist standpoint. The starting assumption is that we areevolved creatures that use cognition as a guide in dealing with the natural world, and that the natural world is roughly as natural science has tried to describe it. Very unlike Kant, then, we must begin with ontology, with a rough understanding of what the world is like prior to cognition, onlylater developing theories about the nature of cognition within that world and how it manages to reflect the rest of nature. And in trying to get from ontology to cognition we must traverse another non-Kantian domain: questions about the transmission of information both through natural signs andthrough purposeful signs including, especially, language.Millikan makes a number of innovations. Central to the book is her introduction of the ideas of unitrackers and unicepts, whose job is to recognize the same again as manifested through the jargon of experience. She offers a direct reference theory for common nouns and other extensional terms; anaturalist sketch of conceptual development; a theory of natural information and of language function that shows how properly functioning language carries natural information; a novel description of the semantics/pragmatics distinction; a discussion of perception as translation from naturalinformational signs; new descriptions of indexicals, demonstratives and intensional contexts; and a new analysis of the reference of incomplete descriptions.

    Written by an experienced speech-language pathologist and mom, this practical and proactive guide will help you:Understand the building blocks of speech and language ● Monitor progress against expected milestones ● Enhance your child's communication skills ● Spot signs of potential problems with hearing, speech, or language development ● Address common concerns, such as articulation, late talking, stuttering, dyslexia, and more ● Get the best results from speech and language therapy ● Foster literacy ● Raise bilingual children successfully ● And moreFrom baby's first babbling to reading readiness, this speech-language booster and troubleshooter covers it all.

    But as long as nobody knew how to use the system for divination, it remained simply a relic of a bygone era.In The Coelbren Alphabet, John Michael Greer reveals the secrets of this esoteric alphabet, restoring the Coelbren to its rightful place as a powerful magical tool. Unlike the Ogham or runes, the Coelbren letters take their meaning directly from the sounds they represent. Providing the name, Welsh keyword, meaning, symbolism, pronunciation, and divinatory interpretation of each letter, this book shows how to use this unique system for divination and magic. You will also discover sample readings, scrying and meditation techniques, and tips for making your own Coelbren set.Writing systems have been used for magical power and mystical insight in spiritual traditions throughout history. This book shows how to engage in an effective divinatory practice with an alphabet that is mysterious in its origins but undeniable in its power.

    and Japan learn Japanese successfully. The Japanese language has two primary writing systems, kanji characters—which are based on Chinese characters and hiragana and katakana—a mnemonics based alphabet. This handy book teaches you a new mnemonics-based method to read and write the 430 highest-frequency kanji characters. Along with its sister book: Japanese Hiragana and Katakana for Beginners it provides a complete introduction to written Japanese.Japanese Kanji for Beginners contains everything you need to learn the kanji characters required for the Advanced Placement Japanese Language and Culture Exam. It is designed for use by high school or college students as well as independent learners. The kanji learned in this book closely adhere to those introduced in every major Japanese language textbook. Key features of Japanese Kanji for Beginners include: The 430 highest-frequency kanji characters 44 simple, easy-to-follow lessons Concise information on kanji elements, readings and pronunciations Extensive exercises, drills, and writing practice Downloadable content with printable flash cards, practice quizzes and extra exercises The Extensive downloadable content contains a set of printable kanji flash cards to assist learners in reviewing and memorizing the kanji in the book. It also provides sample vocabulary quizzes in a multiple-choice format similar to those in the AP exam, as well as additional exercises that further reinforce the newly learned kanji.

    They are structured in an ascending-level to help your learning experience. They start easy, but become more challenging as you progress towards the end, which is an effective way to build a thorough understanding of the language. Each part is composed of a set of multiple questions and writing questions to develop a strong balance between reading, writing, and comprehension. Our workbook contains over 600 questions covering: Subject / Object / Particles Predicates Types of Sentences Imitating Words Adjectives Honorifics Past / Present / Future Hangul Spelling Reading Comprehension With our book, you will learn to avoid making the mistakes most frequently made by the students learning Korean, expand vocabulary, and develop a deeper understanding of the language. Let’s Study Korean – Complete Work Book for Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, and Reading Comprehension is your best companion in your journey to mastering Korean. Table of Contents SUBJECT / OBJECT / PARTICLES (주어 / 목적어 / 조사) Multiple Questions 1-100.........................3 Answer Key.........................14 Writing Questions. ..............15 PREDICATE (서술어) Multiple Questions 101-180..........................18 Answer Key.........................25 Writing Questions..................26 TYPES OF SENTENCES (문장의 종류) Multiple Questions 181 – 230............................29 Answer Key...................34 Writing Questions. ..................35 IMITATING WORDS (의성어 / 의태어) Multiple Questions 231-270................37 Answer Key. ..................42 Writing Questions. .........43 ADJECTIVES (형용사) Multiple Questions 271-320. .........................46 Answer Key................53 Writing Questions. .................54 HONORIFICS (높임말 / 존대말) Multiple Questions 321-400. .........................57 Answer Key................62 Writing Questions. .................63 PAST / PRESENT / FUTURE (시간의 표현) Multiple Questions 371-400...................65 Answer Key...................69 Writing Questions..........70 SPELLING (철자법) Multiple Questions 401-500..........................72 Answer Key................81 Writing Questions..................82 READING COMPREHENSION (독해) Multiple Questions 501-600. ..............84

    . . so you can teach your kids! Unlock the mysteries of coding with this easy-to-follow and well-illustrated guide—and help your kids ace their coding homework! Organized by age and grade, It takes you by the hand and leads you through the basics, building your knowledge of key concepts, terminology, and techniques, and giving you the language you'll need to explain it all to your child. Instructional diagrams and compelling illustrations appear throughout to enhance your understanding, and the book covers the most popular software, including Scratch, Python, and Java.

    

    This resource helps students learn those irregular Greek forms that are otherwise difficult to place; it's also perfect for pastors, biblical scholars, and anyone who learned Greek years ago and wants to improve their ease of reading the New Testament.

    A cornerstone of any type-lovers library.

    Sono demolito/a.• Do you wanna cuddle? Vuoi coccolarci?• Nice body! Che corpo!• I’m friggin’ starving. Ho una fame da morti.• Hey ref, you’re a moron! Arbitro cretino!

    Thus, the goal of this book...to improve the reader's grasp and usage of the English language while evoking smiles, smirks, even raised and furrowed brows. It is quite simply a fun, informative read.Let's call this written exercise a 'Flexicon'...a flexing of our American English lexicon. Lexicon: American Style II is a further examination and celebration of our Americanized version of the Kings English. The first half of the book is a breakdown of how we commonly use our words, phrases and names to communicate in these United States.In addition, Lexicon II is also a collection of humorous American lifestyle observations. The second half of the book labeled, 'Observations From the Carpool Lane' features a wide-ranging group of essays regarding the common, sometimes mystifying, experiences most of us share as modern day American citizens. These examinations and observations are brought to page by author Patrick Ragains, a middle-aged 'word nerd' advertising veteran from the Midwest, who's wry wit and literal interpretation of our language makes for humorous, insightful reading.In addition to pure entertainment, Ragains' goal in this book is to expand and enrich his reader's vocabulary and understanding of our language. He flies in the face of current communication trends which, because of technology and linguistic laziness, are reducing our written and verbal interchanges to a number of acronyms, emojis and drab, over-used one syllable words.The introduction of Lexicon II also pays high tribute to Noah Webster, Jr., the foremost lexicographer in our history. A man who, although he never gained true notoriety as one of our nation's 'founding fathers', is every bit deserving of that distinction. A man whose nationalistic accomplishments and visionary concepts effect almost each and every American on a daily basis.Not to be over looked, is the adult, profane section towards the end of book that is heavily marked with a warning for sensitive, highly religious and under age readers. This section entitled, 'Down to Nitty Gritty and Shitty' is also featured in the writer's first book as part of his tribute to the late legendary comic George Carlin. Although quite bawdy and even disgusting at points, this section is possibly the most creative and thought provoking in the book.In the final section of the book, Ragains attempts in impart some of his accrued wisdom on aging, being at peace with one's self, becoming an author, the afterlife bottom lines and finally, some important words to live by.Where the first Lexicon: American Style leaves off, Lexicon II picks up and blazes new articulated investigations into our American way of communicating. Sophomore author Ragains hits all the areas of our English language missed in his first book, and more...literally, from A to Z... from Acronyms to Zombies. Lexicon: American Style II features 81 provocative, mind-tweaking chapters to jump start the reader's imagination and titillate their Yankee Doodle fancy!

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    what we really mean when we say sorry, the difference between a wagon and a weapon and when awful is better than savage!

    In this introductory textbook, Professor William Fullilove teaches language basics alongside exegetical skills typically reserved for more advanced courses. His unique methodology allows students to gain rapid insight into the value of their Hebrew study. Includes grammar, reading, and exegetical exercises.

    Collins Easy Learning Irish Verbs has been designed for all those learning Irish at school, work or home. The main section of the book consists of 115 fully conjugated verbs, both regular and irregular. The introduction gives a clear explanation of the main tenses and moods in which the verbs are conjugated. It also points out that the forms given in the verb tables conform to the Official Standard of Irish, with additional notes on the principal dialect variants. Finally, an alphabetical index lists many widely used Irish verbs, including the key verbs which appear in full in the verb tables. * Collins Easy Learning Irish Verbs shows all the major tenses and moods of the most important Irish verbs in full. * A list of the 115 key verbs is given in the introduction. * Clear layout ensures that you find the information you need quickly and easily.Other titles available in the Collins Irish range are: Collins Easy Learning Irish Dictionary, Collins Easy Learning Irish Grammar, Collins Irish Gem Dictionary and Collins Irish Pocket Dictionary.

    Learn to understand Chinese characters for what they really are with a book that is easy to use, combining the best modern Chinese character academic research with the best learner experience. Find the logic and beauty of the most frequent Chinese characters explained in a way which is simple enough for beginners and detailed and accurate enough for advanced learners.Author's website: www.foreverastudent.com

    Aimed at learners, this book takes you through 250 of the commonest characters in a clear and accessible way.The meaning of every character is explained along with information about its radical, the compound words it can form, its history, and more. There is a practice grid on every page, showing how the character is written, with space for you to practise writing the character for yourself.It is generally agreed that learners of Chinese need a working knowledge of about 100 characters in order to make themselves at all understood and to travel in China, so Easy Learning Chinese Characters is a great place to start.

    It has been thoroughly updated, to take into account significant changes in grammar over recent years.With a user-friendly style and simple explanations, the Collins COBUILD English Grammar provides a comprehensive and authoritative guide to modern English grammar, using grammar terms that learners will understand.Notes on the various situations in which certain grammar points typically appear, authentic examples, and information on the key differences between British and American grammar, make the Collins COBUILD English Grammar the only fully-updated and truly global English grammar available.The title also includes two supplements that focus on the main contexts in which English is used around the world: academic and business English. These supplements identify the key areas of grammar that students need to master if they are to communicate effectively in business and academic contexts.This new edition is also accompanied by a series of engaging blogs and guided worksheets that aim to encourage learners and teachers of English to explore and discuss the teaching and learning of grammar.

    Instead he falls in love with Peru’s estranged wife, Ysolina, who lives in Paris and pursues a doctorate about an Inquisition-driven witchcraft frenzy in her native land.  From the day they cross the border into the Basque Pyrenees, their love affair on the run conveys the beauty, sensuality, exoticism, and violence of an ancient homeland cut in two by Spain and France.  Their trajectory puts Luke, Ysolina, and Peru on a collision course with each other and the famed American architect Frank Gehry, whose construction of a Guggenheim art museum seeks to transform the Basque city of Bilbao, a decrepit industrial backwater haunted by the Spanish Civil War—and a hotbed of ETA extremism.  Ranging from the Amazon rain forest to a deadly prison in Madrid, Sins of the Younger Sons is a love story exposed to dire risk at every turn.

    The book showcases illustrations of wild animals in their natural habitat, to stimulate learning about the natural world. For children ranging from ages 4-10.Specifications• Size: 22cm x 22cm. (Approx: 8.66 inches x 8.66 inches)• 28-page, fully illustrated storybook• Includes illustrated title page and illustrated inside end pages• 300gsm matte laminated finish softcover• 140gsm printed interior pages on high quality satin finish paper

    

    Interaktyvios užduotys orientuotos į šiuolaikines medijas, o gramatika paaiškinama anglų kalba. Todėl vadovėlį lengva naudoti mokantis savarankiškai.Vadovėlis padės kitakalbiams greitai ir lengvai suprasti lietuviškai, mokys juos klausyti, kalbėti, skaityti ir rašyti. Knyga taip pat yra pažintis su šiuolaikinės Lietuvos realijomis, žmonėmis ir kultūra.Praktinei komunikacijai reikalingus įgūdžius padės įgyti 90 min trukmės Mp3 formatu pateikti garso įrašai. A1 level Lithuanian language textbookThis is the most up-to-date and engaging language textbook to introduce foreigners to contemporary Lithuania - its language, people and culture. The book helps to understand and to speak Lithuanian quickly and easily. It focuses on practical communication, conversation and comprehension, and develops essential speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Learning is facilitating by outstanding design and media orientated tasks.Vocabulary and grammar skills are taught through illustrated and interactive tasks. Since the grammar is written in English here, and in the end it contains listening texts, task answers and the Lithuanian-English dictionary, the textbook can be easily used also for self-study.Includes online link for the 90 min MP3 audio section.

    No memory drills. No chance of failure.Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by almost a million people to speak fluently and confidently in no time at all.Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been proven to succeed every time. Unlike more traditional language learning courses, Paul Noble’s unique method has no grammar tests, no memory drills and no chance of failure. Whatever your experience with languages, this is the course to get you speaking French quickly, easily, and effortlessly. Just listen, interact and learn wherever you are.In this Audio CD, Paul will introduce you to the basics of the French language and guide you through 2 hours of practical, everyday scenarios that will build your confidence.A native-speaking French expert will help you to perfect your pronunciation as you progress through the course and allow you to quickly make your new knowledge work for you in a variety of practical situations. Language learning has finally become fun, enjoyable and accessible.An accompanying booklet is also included to use a reference and revision tool.

    The Bible was written in ancient Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek-languages no modern reader can claim to have a native understanding of. A better understanding of how language works should help us understand the Bible better as we seek to discern the original intent and meaning of each biblical author. In this book, you will get a basic introduction to the field of linguistics-its history, its key concepts, its major schools of thought, and how its insights can shed light on various problems in biblical Hebrew and Greek. Numerous examples illustrate linguistic concepts, and technical terminology is clearly defined. Learn how the study of language can enhance your Bible study.

    With such a barrage, it can be tough to sort them all out. Yet here's the list, from Absurdity to Zeugma, all defined through the clever wordplay of Hamilton. In fact, musicals use all the rhythm and rhyme patterns of history's top poets, and the literary skill of crafting characters and straddling genre. Further, the rap battles reveal a list of logical fallacies and top argumentation strategies that could empower lawyers or speech writers at the level of this famed Founding Father. Going deeper, the book lists the themes, motifs, allusions, and so on of the show, revealing sneaky foreshadowing and subtle symbols. For die-hard fans of the show, or those mastering rhetorical terms, logic, and the power of words, it's a delightful geek guide.

    It was written for people who want an easy but systematic approach to the language. The writer is a non-native speaker who started learning the language from ZERO, just like you and spent years in Korea trying to reach a better level of proficiency in Korean. After a few weeks of study, you will study to recognize words, make sentences, and have simple (but miraculous) conversations with other Korean speakers!

    The Chinese words in the book are all common, everyday items, and the rhymes are informative and fun for children.The goal of My First Book of Chinese Words is to familiarize children with the basic sounds and written characters of Chinese, to introduce core concepts of Chinese culture and to illustrate the ways in which Chinese sounds differ from English ones. Teachers and parents will welcome the cultural notes at the back of the book and appreciate how the book is organized using a familiar ABC structure. Each word is presented in Chinese characters (both Simplified and Traditional) as well as Romanized Pinyin for easy pronunciation.With the help of this book, we hope more children (and adults) will soon join the more than one billion people worldwide who speak Chinese!

    No one actually speaks the formal German taught in school, which makes this book a must have for anyone looking to chat with the locals without sounding like a robot. Published as an attractive, small trim hardcover, this handy phrasebook makes the perfect gift for travelers and students who want to fill the gap between the German they are learning in class and what is really spoken in Germany.

    Yet even with these new tools, conclusions are tentative or simply wrong. In this book, the distinguished psychologist Jerome Kagan describes five conditions that place serious constraints on the ability to predict mental or behavioral outcomes based on brain data: the setting in which evidence is gathered, the expectations of the subject, the source of the evidence that supports the conclusion, the absence of studies that examine patterns of causes with patterns of measures, and the habit of borrowing terms from psychology.Kagan describes the important of context, and how the experimental setting--including the room, the procedure, and the species, age, and sex of both subject and examiner--can influence the conclusions. He explains how subject expectations affect all brain measures; considers why brain and psychological data often yield different conclusions; argues for relations between patterns of causes and outcomes rather than correlating single variables; and criticizes the borrowing of psychological terms to describe brain evidence. Brain sites cannot be in a state of "fear."A deeper understanding of the brain's contributions to behavior, Kagan argues, requires investigators to acknowledge these five constraints in the design or interpretation of an experiment.

    Even those estudiantes perfectos who have seemingly mastered speaking a foreign language in a classroom run into problems in real-life situations. 3,000 Spanish Words and Phrases They Won’t Teach You in School goes beyond classroom Spanish by thoroughly explaining expressions, idioms, and quirks used daily by native speakers. This must-have manual also includes information on pronunciation, manners, abbreviations, and culture, making it much more than a phrase book! Learn within these pages everything you need to know to speak colloquial Spanish, including: Translation of common proverbs: like When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Slang: Like ¡Alivianate!— cheer up or get high Dual words: like integro and entero—with the same meaning. False cognates: Words that are similar but have very different meanings in English and Spanish So next time you plan a trip or just want to impress your friends, pick up 3,000 Spanish Words and Phrases They Won’t Teach You in School and drop the stuffy high school phrase book!

    

    In reading, language provides us with a world and meaning becomes perceptible. We can connect with another subjectivity, another place, another time. At its most extreme, reading changes our understanding of the world around us. Metanoia- meaning literally a change of mind or a conversion-refers to this kind of new way of seeing. To see the world in a new light is to accept that our thinking has been irrevocably transformed. How is that possible? And is it merely an intellectual process without any impact on the world outside our brains? Innovatively tackling these questions, this book mobilizes discussions from linguistics, literary theory, philosophy of language, and cognitive science. It re-articulates linguistic consciousness by underlining the poetic, creative moment of language and sheds light on the ability of language to transform not only our thinking but the world around us as well.

    This contemporary interactive workbook features 200 activities across a range of grammar and vocabulary points with clear goals, concise explanations, and real-world tasks. By studying and practicing French grammar you'll understand how the language really works and be able to speak French with clarity and ease. What will I learn? The French Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook covers a comprehensive range of the most useful and frequent grammar and vocabulary in French. You can follow along unit by unit, or dip in and dip out to address your weak areas. As you progress, you will be introduced to new vocabulary and combine it with the grammar to complete extensive exercises. You will then practice the language through authentic reading and writing practice. You will achieve a solid upper intermediate level* of French grammar. Is this course for me?The French Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook can be used as a standalone course or as a complement to any other French course. It offers extensive practice and review of essential grammar points and vocabulary and skills building. The personal tutor element points out exceptions and gives tips to really help you perfect your French. What do I get? This French workbook offers a range of clear and effective learning features: -200 activities across a range of grammar and vocabulary points -Unique visuals and infographics for extra context and practice -Personal tutor hints and tips to help you to understand language rules and culture points -Learn to learn section offers tips and advice on how to be a good language learner25 short learning units each contain:-communication goals to guide your studies-grammar explanations with extensive exercises-vocabulary presentations and activities-reading and writing sections to consolidate your learning*This workbook maps from Novice High to Advanced Mid level proficiency of ACTFL (American Council on Teaching Foreign Languages) and from A2 Beginner to B2 Upper Intermediate level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) guidelines. What other courses are available? For further study and practice, see Get Started in French (ISBN 9781444174595) and Complete French: Teach Yourself (ISBN 9781444177299).Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.

    Its building blocks, definitions and pronunciations are all part of the memorization process, allowing you to remember all aspects of a specific character in one fell swoop. This is the first book of an upcoming series that contains the following key features: Over 4000 characters will be included, a number necessary for reaching reading fluency in modern Chinese. All aspects of a Chinese character are covered:  Its simplified and traditional forms The building blocks making up each form Its various definitions Its various pronunciations in Mandarin Its known etymology, ancient meanings and shapes Examples of use Additional information, such as its frequency of use and other fascinating facts The characters are presented in a logical order by prioritizing their frequency of use while considering the building blocks that compose them, the latter being presented first. Also, characters with similar shapes or having a similar role or meaning are kept together, greatly facilitating the learning process. Intuitive, easy to recall mnemonics and funny or sometimes shocking stories that integrate all aspects of a given character are provided for improved retention. The pronunciation and tone of a character are merged into the memorization process by making use of carefully selected sound words that form part of a cleverly designed sound system, one sound word representing one specific pronunciation and tone. Fully illustrated, to help you form images in your brain. Fully indexed, to allow searching a character by its definitions or its pronunciations in pinyin. You will effectively learn to recognize and pronounce virtually all Chinese characters you are bound to come across, while being entertained! Keep an eye out for the next book of the series, to be published soon!

    MINDSET from Cambridge gets you inside the IELTS test with a unique blend of print and online content. Topic-based units organised by skill make it easy to find what you want. Designed for students aiming for Band 5.5 in the Academic Module, this Student's Book Level 1 includes learning strategies, skills practice and exam practice to help you achieve your goal. Online content includes skills modules, Corpus-informed language-specific modules and Academic Study Skills, plus access to authentic online practice tests in Testbank. * Access code printed on the inside front cover.

    This book teaches linguists a tried-and-proven methodology for analyzing tone in any part of the world. Significant features: - Delivers the most comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to tone analysis for field linguists - Emphasizes the discovery of contrastive tone patterns of morphemes, as opposed to contrastive tones of tone-bearing units - Focuses on keeping constant all factors that can potentially affect tone, so that utterances being compared are truly comparable - Includes a chapter on the phonetic properties of pitch - Presents principles for developing orthographies for tone languages - Includes comprehensive accompanying online exercises* that guide students from beginning to end through a complete analysis of nominal tone in a single language, Chumburung.Assuming little prior knowledge of tone or tone languages, Tone Analysis for Field Linguists is readily accessible to students and field workers alike who have previously taken introductory courses in articulatory phonetics, phonology, and morphology and syntax.*Instructors may access the accompanying online exercises. Register here: https: //www.sil.org/resources/publications/to...

    Language is indispensable to initiating, justifying, legitimatising and coordinating action as well as negotiating conflict and, as such, is intrinsically linked to the area of politics. With 45 chapters written by leading scholars from around the world, this Handbook covers the following key areas:Overviews of the most influential theoretical approaches, including Bourdieu, Foucault, Habermas and Marx; Methodological approaches to language and politics, covering - among others - content analysis, conversation analysis, multimodal analysis and narrative analysis; Genres of political action from speech-making and policy to national anthems and billboards; Cutting-edge case studies about hot-topic socio-political phenomena, such as ageing, social class, gendered politics and populism. The Routledge Handbook of Language and Politics is a vibrant survey of this key field and is essential reading for advanced students and researchers studying language and politics.

    Printed on best paper in full Incred-o-Color ink!ITCHY FEET is a weekly web comic about travel, life as an expat, and learning new languages. Readers can expect an astonishing array of exaggerated facial expressions, humorous situations involving foreigners and foreign lands, and ordinary silliness.Visit www.itchyfeetcomic.com for new strips each and every Sunday!

    Phrasal verbs are word groups that include a verb combined with a preposition or an adverb. They are not used only as verbs but as nouns, such as comedown, breakup, or showoff. They might also be used as adjectives, such as spaced-out, burned-out, broken-down and many others. This volume places phrasal verbs within the context of sentences, and presents hundreds of examples and exercises.

    Practice Makes Perfect: Spanish Vocabulary, 3rd Edition provides the tools you need to expand your lexicon and hone both your speaking and writing skills. This updated edition includes new review exercises to help you test your mastery of essential topics covered. Each chapter focuses on a theme, such as family or travel, so you can build your language skills in a systematic manner. As you lay the foundation for a burgeoning vocabulary, you will perfect your new words with plenty of exercises and gain the confidence you need to communicate well in Spanish. Practice Makes Perfect: Spanish Vocabulary, 3rd Edition features: • New: A review chapter with exercises to test your mastery of essential topics• More than 250 exercises• More than 10,000 vocabulary terms• Concise grammatical explanations• The latest terms used in technology, communications, and media• An answer key to gauge your comprehension• More than 3,300 flashcards online, grouped by level of difficulty LEARN HOW TO SPEAK OR WRITE IN SPANISH ABOUT: Different occupations and jobs • Spanish holidays and traditions • Food and drink • Politics and current events • Your social life • Your family and friends • Business and money • Your favorite entertainment venues • Your family's background . . . and much more

    We introduce a one-of-a-kind learning tool that will enhance your reading comprehension, improve your German vocabulary and grammar, and let you enjoy reading a urban fantasy novelette from a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author in the process. This novelette is part of the Mind Dimensions series, also available as editions of Learn by Reading. This short story does not require you to have read the other books in the series.