American English Language

Li Jing, a high-flying financier, has just joined his father for dinner at the grand Swan Hotel in central Shanghai when, without warning, the ground begins to rumble, shifts, then explodes in a roar of hot, unfurling air. As Li Jing drags his unconscious father out of the collapsing building, a single shard of glass whistles through the air and neatly pierces his forehead. In an instant, Li Jing's ability to speak Chinese is obliterated....

Smart Erotica for Smart Readers! Written by New York Times, USA TODAY and #1 Erotica bestseller, Marata Eros. The exciting continuation of Dara Nichols and Zoe Scotts' adventures. Introducing new character, Isabella. This short, sexy novelette features fun erotic adventure stories with, Gag Reflex. Dara is a cougar on the prowl. When erotic circumstances present themselves, she takes advantage in every way possible. Best friend Zoe and traveling buddy, Isabella, get wind of the fun, and the trio experience sexual fantasies of epic proportions. When Dara plans to travel abroad with Isabella,...

Find out how to speak and understand English slang like a pro! These are the slang words and expressions used by native English speakers in the USA and Canada, on TV and in movies. Get American English Slang to improve your English quickly and easily. This list of English phrases and expressions will prove to be invaluable.

We live and work in a global market - but English is still regarded as the international language of business. It is the most widely spoken second language in the world and those who can speak it with clarity have a great advantage. Used properly, speech can help us to achieve a greater level of success. Clear speech sends out the message 'I am in control, I can take charge,' inspiring confidence in those around you.

Use your mind's natural rhythm to learn a language with Rhythms Easy Latin American Spanish from EuroTalk. It's naturally easier to learn something when it's set to rhythmic music, so that is exactly what we've done. Rhythms puts your mind painlessly to work: you don't even need to focus! Simple words and phrases are set to a varied pattern of rhythms and music designed to help you learn and to keep you engaged so that you won't just switch off after five minutes.

Improve your TOEFL score by mastering new expressions. You’ll see the phrases and expressions used in sentences, find out what they mean, and get an opportunity to practice what you’ve learned. It’s everything you need to improve your English vocabulary and score higher on this important exam.

This download provides the opportunity to hear and practise the language. The phrases are kept short and simple so that by listening two or three times, you can pick up the essentials of the language.

More English Collocations in Dialogue by Jackie Bolen will help you stay motivated while consistently improving your English skills. Download today!

This dictionary is everything you need when visiting Britain or talking to a Brit. Two countries separated by a common language. Don't do what I did when I arrived in the US. I said to a lady "I will knock you up in the morning", and next thing I knew, I was married???? This is very humorous and very extensive at over 100 pages. A great gift Have Fun

Speaking My Soul is the honest story of linguist John R. Rickford's life from his early years as the youngest of ten children in Guyana to his status as Emeritus Professor of Linguistics at Stanford, of the transformation of his identity from colored or mixed race in Guyana to black in the USA, and of his work championing Black Talk and its speakers. In this engaging memoir, Rickford recalls landmark events for his racial identity.

Gary Pak has emerged as one of the most important Asian Hawaiian writers of our time. In this new collection, Pak expertly crafts a memorable cast of Hawai'i's Korean Americans, Chinese Americans, Japanese Americans, and Native Hawaiians, amplifying our cross-cultural understanding of Hawaiian life today.

In 1976, the Northwest Minnesota Regional History Center, a part of the Minnesota Historical Society, conducted a bi-centennial project to record the voices of first and second generation Scandinavian Immigrants in the Upper Midwest, especially in the Red River Valley of Minnesota and North Dakota. The author traveled to their homes and interviewed more than a hundred immigrants or their children to gather information on the immigrant experience. Among the issues explored with these people were conditions in the home country, reasons for emigration, the route of the emigrations and the ...

Congratulations on taking the first step towards becoming a United States citizen! The decision to pursue naturalization is a significant one, and it demonstrates your commitment to embracing the rights, responsibilities, and privileges that come with being an American. As you embark on this journey, it is essential to understand the naturalization process, including the eligibility requirements and the tests you will need to pass to demonstrate your knowledge of U.S. history, government, and the English language. The naturalization process can seem daunting at first, but with the right ...

Spanish Short Stories for Beginners is the tool you need to use if you want to begin learning Spanish and see its usage firsthand. This book will help you understand the basics and also the nuances of the language. Doubting can’t take hold of you if you’re well prepared, and this audiobook is exactly what you need to be prepared to speak and show your language skills.

Les penúries econòmiques de Dickens van inspirar les seves millors novel·les (Oliver Twist, David Copperfield, Temps difícils), de gran contingut i crítica social. Gràcies a una herència, Charles deixa la fàbrica on treballava i es posa a estudiar. Aprèn taquigrafia i amb 17 anys escriu als diaris. El 1836 escriu per a un editor una novel·la per fascicles setmanals, Oliver Twist, on mostra amb cruesa la difícil vida dels més pobres. Va tenir un enorme èxit.

Are you setting out on the ambitious journey of integrating into a new culture, seeking to optimize your opportunities for success in pursuit of the American Dream, searching for the ultimate guide to thrive in your new environment, or looking for material for community building? Your quest concludes here! Introducing the Ultimate Essential Guide for New Tagalog Speaking Immigrants to the U.S.—your compass to confidently navigating American life's complexities. Welcome to your new beginning—where opportunity meets preparation!

The American Chapters series presents short stories in vivid and easy-to-listen-to 500-word chapters, perfect for English language learners internationally and adult literacy learners in countries where English is commonly used. This audiobook includes "Bee Creek Blues" and "Meridian".

When someone compliments you, the usual response is gratitude and kind words in return. Not so with Mark Twain. When told that he spoke English very well Twain indicated he didn't speak English at all. He spoke American. This short story allows Twain the opportunity to explain the differences. As usual humor walks with Twain as he shares his thoughts.

Learn Dutch for American Tourists was put together with an American in mind, the things they would look for, find important, and the general things most travelers need to know to communicate in the local language. As a language teacher, teaching English as a second language to Dutch, and an avid traveler, the author is deeply passionate about learning new languages and helping others do so as well, or at least enough to enjoy their trip a little bit more.

This audiobook contains grammar points with examples for learners. With many chapters on various grammatical theories, A Grammar of the English Tongue is the complete guide to the correct usage of English. A Grammar of the English Tongue can help you get the basic skills you need for a career and for further educational pursuits.