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Esperanto (the Universal Language)

The Student's Complete Text Book; Containing Full Grammar, Exercises, Conversations, Commercial Letters, and Two Vocabularies

by John Charles O'Connor ...

Anyone who has ever traveled knows the challenge of language barriers. These are caused by the different languages and dialects across the world. Perhaps the solution to those barriers lies within this book.This is an entry-level text for learning the language of Esperanto. Unlike nearly every other language on Earth, Esperanto is a constructed language, created by Dr. L. L. Zamenhoej in the late ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Anyone who has ever traveled knows the challenge of language barriers. These are caused by the different languages and dialects across the world. Perhaps the solution to those barriers lies within this book.This is an entry-level text for learning the language of Esperanto. Unlike nearly every other language on Earth, Esperanto is a constructed language, created by Dr. L. L. Zamenhoej in the late
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The Elements of Style, Fourth Edition

by William Strunk Jr, E.B. White ...

'The Elements of Style' (1918), by William Strunk, Jr., is an American English writing style guide. It is the best-known, most influential prescriptive treatment of English grammar and usage, and often is required reading and usage in U.S. high school and university composition classes. This edition of 'The Elements of Style' details eight elementary rules of usage, ten elementary principles of ... Read more

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'The Elements of Style' (1918), by William Strunk, Jr., is an American English writing style guide. It is the best-known, most influential prescriptive treatment of English grammar and usage, and often is required reading and usage in U.S. high school and university composition classes. This edition of 'The Elements of Style' details eight elementary rules of usage, ten elementary principles of
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The Lexicographer's Dilemma

The Evolution of 'Proper' English, from Shakespeare to South Park

by Jack Lynch ...

In its long history, the English language has had many lawmakers--those who have tried to regulate or otherwise organize the way we speak. Proper Words in Proper Places offers the first narrative history of these endeavors and shows clearly that what we now regard as the only "correct" way to speak emerged out of specific historical and social conditions over the course of centuries. As historian ... Read more

$11.59 USD

In its long history, the English language has had many lawmakers--those who have tried to regulate or otherwise organize the way we speak. Proper Words in Proper Places offers the first narrative history of these endeavors and shows clearly that what we now regard as the only "correct" way to speak emerged out of specific historical and social conditions over the course of centuries. As historian
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The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need, Updated Edition

Your One-Stop Source for Mastering English Grammar

by Susan Thurman ...

Master the art of English grammar with this updated edition of the bestselling guide, The Only Grammar Book You’ll Ever Need, featuring fresh examples and quizzes to test your knowledge, making it an invaluable resource for business professionals, students, and anyone looking to improve their English language proficiency.The Only Grammar Book You’ll Ever Need, Updated Edition is a comprehensive ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Master the art of English grammar with this updated edition of the bestselling guide, The Only Grammar Book You’ll Ever Need, featuring fresh examples and quizzes to test your knowledge, making it an invaluable resource for business professionals, students, and anyone looking to improve their English language proficiency.The Only Grammar Book You’ll Ever Need, Updated Edition is a comprehensive
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The Only Grammar & Style Workbook You'll Ever Need

A One-Stop Practice and Exercise Book for Perfect Writing

by Susan Thurman ...

Never make a grammatical mistake again with this essential, comprehensive resource for all your writing needs.Everyone wants to produce writing that is clear, concise, and grammatically accurate, but getting to that point is not always easy. If you’ve ever had difficulty finding the right phrase to complete a simple sentence or have struggled to put a complicated thought into words, The Only ... Read more

$0.99 USD

Never make a grammatical mistake again with this essential, comprehensive resource for all your writing needs.Everyone wants to produce writing that is clear, concise, and grammatically accurate, but getting to that point is not always easy. If you’ve ever had difficulty finding the right phrase to complete a simple sentence or have struggled to put a complicated thought into words, The Only
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On the Mark

From Periods to Interrobangs, How Punctuation Remade the World

by Florence Hazrat ...

A lively history of punctuation, from ancient times to the age of the emoji.**“**On the Mark is utterly delightful, filled with marvelous anecdotes.” —Air MailYou know the lively exclamation mark, the controversial semicolon, and the often-omitted apostrophe, but would you recognize a percontation point? How about an obelus? In this irreverent and delightfully intellectual book, Florence Hazrat ... Read more

$19.99 USD

A lively history of punctuation, from ancient times to the age of the emoji.**“**On the Mark is utterly delightful, filled with marvelous anecdotes.” —Air MailYou know the lively exclamation mark, the controversial semicolon, and the often-omitted apostrophe, but would you recognize a percontation point? How about an obelus? In this irreverent and delightfully intellectual book, Florence Hazrat
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Learn Spanish 26 Day Challenge: For Beginners And Intermediate Includes Grammar Rules, Exercises, Conversation, and Dialogues

Learn Spanish, #2

by APOLLO S. ...

Series Book 2 - Learn Spanish
How can I learn Spanish fast?What is the best way to learn Spanish?LEARN SPANISH WITH APOLLO IN 12 DAYS!Learning Spanish has never been so easy. It's perfect for you, whether you already have a beginner, basic, intermediate, or advanced level of Spanish. We have a series of 6 BOOKS for you to learn Spanish QUICKLY AND EASILY, STARTING FROM SCRATCH.OUR BOOKS ARE DESIGNED TO GET YOU S... ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

How can I learn Spanish fast?What is the best way to learn Spanish?LEARN SPANISH WITH APOLLO IN 12 DAYS!Learning Spanish has never been so easy. It's perfect for you, whether you already have a beginner, basic, intermediate, or advanced level of Spanish. We have a series of 6 BOOKS for you to learn Spanish QUICKLY AND EASILY, STARTING FROM SCRATCH.OUR BOOKS ARE DESIGNED TO GET YOU S...
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Verb Your Enthusiasm

How to Master the Art of the Verb and Transform Your Writing

by Sarah L. Kaufman ...

**“Personable, smart, and, yes, enthusiastic… a masterclass you can take at your own pace.” – Ron Charles“This verb-filled outing reads like a dream.” – Publishers Weekly (starred)“An almost shockingly adroit guide to how to make every word count.” —Benjamin Dreyer, author of the New York Times bestseller Dreyer's EnglishAn elegant guide to the promise, power, and poetry of verbs, from Pulitzer ... Read more

$15.99 USD

**“Personable, smart, and, yes, enthusiastic… a masterclass you can take at your own pace.” – Ron Charles“This verb-filled outing reads like a dream.” – Publishers Weekly (starred)“An almost shockingly adroit guide to how to make every word count.” —Benjamin Dreyer, author of the New York Times bestseller Dreyer's EnglishAn elegant guide to the promise, power, and poetry of verbs, from Pulitzer
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A Dash of Style

The Art and Mastery of Punctuation

by Noah Lukeman ...

"Takes the straitjacket off punctuation…Lukeman's wit and insight make this an instant classic." —M. J. RoseThe first practical and accessible guide to the art of punctuation for creative writers. Punctuation reveals the writer: haphazard commas, for example, reveal haphazard thinking; clear, lucid breaks reveal clear, lucid thinking. Punctuation can be used to teach the writer how to think and ... Read more

$11.69 USD

"Takes the straitjacket off punctuation…Lukeman's wit and insight make this an instant classic." —M. J. RoseThe first practical and accessible guide to the art of punctuation for creative writers. Punctuation reveals the writer: haphazard commas, for example, reveal haphazard thinking; clear, lucid breaks reveal clear, lucid thinking. Punctuation can be used to teach the writer how to think and
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Practice Makes Perfect: Intermediate German Grammar

by Ed Swick ...

Series series Practice Makes Perfect Series
When you're ready to go further with your German skills, Practice Makes Perfect will take you to the next levelUsing extensive explanations, examples, reading passages, and practice exercises, Practice Makes Perfect: Intermediate German Grammar helps you grow your understanding and usage of such grammar topics as verbs tenses and moods. It also increases your ability to communicate in German using ... Read more

$17.29 USD

When you're ready to go further with your German skills, Practice Makes Perfect will take you to the next levelUsing extensive explanations, examples, reading passages, and practice exercises, Practice Makes Perfect: Intermediate German Grammar helps you grow your understanding and usage of such grammar topics as verbs tenses and moods. It also increases your ability to communicate in German using
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The Sense of Style

The Thinking Person's Guide to Writing in the 21st Century

by Steven Pinker ...

“Charming and erudite," from the author of Rationality and Enlightenment Now, "The wit and insight and clarity he brings . . . is what makes this book such a gem.” —Time.comWhy is so much writing so bad, and how can we make it better? Is the English language being corrupted by texting and social media? Do the kids today even care about good writing—and why should we care? From the author of The ... Read more

$9.99 USD

“Charming and erudite," from the author of Rationality and Enlightenment Now, "The wit and insight and clarity he brings . . . is what makes this book such a gem.” —Time.comWhy is so much writing so bad, and how can we make it better? Is the English language being corrupted by texting and social media? Do the kids today even care about good writing—and why should we care? From the author of The
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How to Write a Sentence

And How to Read One

by Stanley Fish ...

A New York Times bestseller—"Part ode, part how-to guide to the art of the well-constructed sentence" (NPR).Some appreciate fine art; others appreciate fine wines. Stanley Fish appreciates fine sentences. The New York Times columnist and world-class professor has long been an aficionado of language. Like a seasoned sportscaster, Fish marvels at the adeptness of finely crafted sentences and breaks ... Read more

$14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A New York Times bestseller—"Part ode, part how-to guide to the art of the well-constructed sentence" (NPR).Some appreciate fine art; others appreciate fine wines. Stanley Fish appreciates fine sentences. The New York Times columnist and world-class professor has long been an aficionado of language. Like a seasoned sportscaster, Fish marvels at the adeptness of finely crafted sentences and breaks
... Read more
Words on the Move

Why English Won't - and Can't - Sit Still (Like, Literally)

by John McWhorter ...

A bestselling linguist takes us on a lively tour of how the English language is evolving before our eyes -- and why we should embrace this transformation and not fight itLanguage is always changing -- but we tend not to like it. We understand that new words must be created for new things, but the way English is spoken today rubs many of us the wrong way. Whether it’s the use of literally to mean ... Read more

$14.99 USD

A bestselling linguist takes us on a lively tour of how the English language is evolving before our eyes -- and why we should embrace this transformation and not fight itLanguage is always changing -- but we tend not to like it. We understand that new words must be created for new things, but the way English is spoken today rubs many of us the wrong way. Whether it’s the use of literally to mean
... Read more
Nihongo Pera Pera

A User's Guide to Japanese Onomatopoeia

by Susan Millington ...

Bridge the gap between what you learn in Japanese class and what you actually need to converse!Onomatopeoeia—words such as "glug glug," "pow," and "splash" in English—are an integral part of the Japanese language. Japanese people draw on a wealth of onomatopoeia to express subtle feelings, images, sounds, and actions. With this book you too can become pera pera—fluent—in Japanese, speaking with ... Read more

$8.69 USD

Bridge the gap between what you learn in Japanese class and what you actually need to converse!Onomatopeoeia—words such as "glug glug," "pow," and "splash" in English—are an integral part of the Japanese language. Japanese people draw on a wealth of onomatopoeia to express subtle feelings, images, sounds, and actions. With this book you too can become pera pera—fluent—in Japanese, speaking with
... Read more
Chinese Language for Beginners

by Lee Cooper ...

A simple introduction to Chinese writing, pronunciation and intonation using short stories. Appropriate for beginner Chinese students of all ages.Reading basic Chinese becomes simplified in this highly attractive and unique manual designed for readers of all ages. Chinese writing, pronunciation, and vocabulary are described here in an entertaining and interesting manner to help beginners learn ... Read more

$7.99 USD

A simple introduction to Chinese writing, pronunciation and intonation using short stories. Appropriate for beginner Chinese students of all ages.Reading basic Chinese becomes simplified in this highly attractive and unique manual designed for readers of all ages. Chinese writing, pronunciation, and vocabulary are described here in an entertaining and interesting manner to help beginners learn
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100 Must-read Science Fiction Novels

by Nick Rennison, Stephen E. Andrews ...

"A reliable guide to what science fiction is" Christopher Priest, award-winning science fiction author"A really good introduction to the genre" SFX Magazine"Perceptive and glorious" Ian Watson, author of the screenplay for Steve Spielberg's A.I.Want to become a science fiction buff? Want to expand your reading in your favourite genre? This is a good place to start! From the publishers of the ... Read more

$10.29 USD

"A reliable guide to what science fiction is" Christopher Priest, award-winning science fiction author"A really good introduction to the genre" SFX Magazine"Perceptive and glorious" Ian Watson, author of the screenplay for Steve Spielberg's A.I.Want to become a science fiction buff? Want to expand your reading in your favourite genre? This is a good place to start! From the publishers of the
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Making Sense

The Glamorous Story of English Grammar

by David Crystal ...

In Making Sense, David Crystal confronts the foe of many: grammar. Once taught relentlessly to all students in the English-speaking world, grammar disappeared from most school curricula, so that terms such as "preposition" and "conjunction" now often confound children and adults alike. Explaining the nuts and bolts of grammar presents a special challenge, because - far more than is the case with ... Read more

$15.19 USD

In Making Sense, David Crystal confronts the foe of many: grammar. Once taught relentlessly to all students in the English-speaking world, grammar disappeared from most school curricula, so that terms such as "preposition" and "conjunction" now often confound children and adults alike. Explaining the nuts and bolts of grammar presents a special challenge, because - far more than is the case with
... Read more
5º de Primaria fácil. Libro de Contenidos

by Gabriela Pró ...

Series series CHULETAS
Recopilación de contenidos de las asignaturas Conocimiento del medio, Matemáticas y Lengua5º de primaria fácil es una recopilación de las asignaturas de Lengua, Matemáticas y Conocimiento del medio que facilitará al escolar el estudio y comprensión de cada materia. Los estudiantes, mediante resúmenes, esquemas y sinopsis, disponen así de una excelente herramienta que les ayudará durante el curso y ... Read more

$5.99 USD

Recopilación de contenidos de las asignaturas Conocimiento del medio, Matemáticas y Lengua5º de primaria fácil es una recopilación de las asignaturas de Lengua, Matemáticas y Conocimiento del medio que facilitará al escolar el estudio y comprensión de cada materia. Los estudiantes, mediante resúmenes, esquemas y sinopsis, disponen así de una excelente herramienta que les ayudará durante el curso y
... Read more
Learn Spanish 12 Day Challenge: For Beginners And Intermediate Includes Conversation, Exercises, Grammar Rules, And Dialogues

Learn Spanish, #1

by APOLLO S. ...

Series Book 1 - Learn Spanish
How can I learn Spanish fast?What is the best way to learn Spanish?LEARN SPANISH WITH APOLLO IN 12 DAYS!Learning Spanish has never been so easy. It's perfect for you, whether you already have a beginner, basic, intermediate, or advanced level of Spanish. We have a series of 6 BOOKS for you to learn Spanish QUICKLY AND EASILY, STARTING FROM SCRATCH.OUR BOOKS ARE DESIGNED TO GET YOU S... ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

How can I learn Spanish fast?What is the best way to learn Spanish?LEARN SPANISH WITH APOLLO IN 12 DAYS!Learning Spanish has never been so easy. It's perfect for you, whether you already have a beginner, basic, intermediate, or advanced level of Spanish. We have a series of 6 BOOKS for you to learn Spanish QUICKLY AND EASILY, STARTING FROM SCRATCH.OUR BOOKS ARE DESIGNED TO GET YOU S...
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English Made Easy Volume Two: British Edition

A New ESL Approach: Learning English Through Pictures

by Jonathan Crichton, Pieter Koster ...

This is a fun and user-friendly way to learn EnglishEnglish Made Easy is a breakthrough in English language learning—imaginatively exploiting how pictures and text can work together to create understanding and help learners learn more productively. It gives beginner English learners easy access to the vocabulary, grammar and functions of English as it is actually used in a comprehensive range of ... Read more

$12.99 USD

This is a fun and user-friendly way to learn EnglishEnglish Made Easy is a breakthrough in English language learning—imaginatively exploiting how pictures and text can work together to create understanding and help learners learn more productively. It gives beginner English learners easy access to the vocabulary, grammar and functions of English as it is actually used in a comprehensive range of
... Read more
Spanish Verb Conjugation and Tenses Practice Volume II: Learn Spanish Verb Conjugation with Step by Step Spanish Examples Quick and Easy in Your Car Lesson by Lesson

by Authentic Language Books ...

This book was created with the listener in mind. Purchase the audiobook version of this book for the best and most effective learning experience!If you are looking to learn Spanish in a fast, simple way without entering a classroom then you have chosen the perfect book. Spanish Verb Conjugations and Tenses Practice a comprehensive and simple program for learning Spanish Verb Conjugation With Step ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This book was created with the listener in mind. Purchase the audiobook version of this book for the best and most effective learning experience!If you are looking to learn Spanish in a fast, simple way without entering a classroom then you have chosen the perfect book. Spanish Verb Conjugations and Tenses Practice a comprehensive and simple program for learning Spanish Verb Conjugation With Step
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Improve Your Punctuation and Grammar

by Marion Field ...

Master the essentials of the English language and write with greater confidence. ... Read more

$2.99 USD

Master the essentials of the English language and write with greater confidence.
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Bridges Over Water: Understanding Transboundary Water Conflict, Negotiation And Cooperation (Second Edition)

by Ariel Dinar, Shlomi Dinar, Daene C Mckinney, Stephen C Mccaffrey ...

Series Book 11 - World Scientific Series On Environmental And Energy Economics And Policy
Bridges over Water places the study of transboundary water conflicts, negotiation, and cooperation in the context of various disciplines, such as international relations, international law, international negotiations, and economics. It demonstrates their application, using various quantitative approaches, such as river basin modeling, quantitative negotiation theory, and game theory. Case-studies ... Read more

$30.99 USD

Bridges over Water places the study of transboundary water conflicts, negotiation, and cooperation in the context of various disciplines, such as international relations, international law, international negotiations, and economics. It demonstrates their application, using various quantitative approaches, such as river basin modeling, quantitative negotiation theory, and game theory. Case-studies
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Modern Brazilian Portuguese Grammar

A Practical Guide

by John Whitlam, Agripino S. Silveira ...

Series series Modern Grammars
Modern Brazilian Portuguese Grammar: A Practical Guide is an innovative reference guide to Brazilian Portuguese, combining traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume.The Grammar is divided into two parts. Part A covers traditional grammatical categories such as agreement, nouns, verbs and adjectives. Part B is carefully organized around language functions covering all major ... Read more

$79.99 USD

Modern Brazilian Portuguese Grammar: A Practical Guide is an innovative reference guide to Brazilian Portuguese, combining traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume.The Grammar is divided into two parts. Part A covers traditional grammatical categories such as agreement, nouns, verbs and adjectives. Part B is carefully organized around language functions covering all major
... Read more

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