Language Study

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is arguably one of the world's finest example of Gothic literature. This guide, written especially for those studying English literature, takes you through everything you need to know about this great novel. Not only does the series discuss each chapter in detail, there are specific tutorials that cover the genre, themes, context, characters, structure and form and key quotations to ensure that you have the necessary knowledge to succeed in both your coursework and your exams.

Macbeth is one of Shakespeare's great tragedies, and in this study guide we analyse the key meanings and subtleties within the play. We discuss the main protagonists, the key themes and the context and break down the core scenes so that you have all the necessary facts and arguments at your disposal. Written by Catherine Hartley and Stella Vassiliou, both of whom have master's degrees in English literature from Cambridge and Oxford Universities respectively.

Listen to everyday words and phrases in Vietnamese, then repeat, practise and refine! A relaxing way to pick up the language. Covers the words you need for modern life in Vietnam with topics on home life, work and school environments, shopping, food and drink, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern Vietnamese culture and enhance your experience of Vietnam and its people, including food and drink, customs, celebrations and festivals.

Lots of intermediate English speakers tend to get trapped using the same vocabulary over and over again. They often only speak about subjects they know the words for and avoid anything outside of their comfort zone. The problem with this is that, even though they sound ok, they never really get any better.

How Does Accurate Word Study Safeguard the Authority of Scripture? This volume explores the essential discipline of lexical semantics within biblical studies, offering believers a roadmap for understanding how Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek words function to convey God’s truth. From the distinctive features of each biblical language to the implications for translation and interpretation, readers are guided to handle the inspired text with reverence and confidence. Drawing on a conservative approach that resists liberal skepticism, the book explains practical methods for identifying a word’s...

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.

Cosmic Publications is proud to offer all of our readers our unofficial workbook of Brené Brown's book Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience. In our workbook, we will unpack the main points of Brown's book and provide you with the opportunity to practice the lessons taught. Here you will find the following tantalizing sections: Full chapter summaries, highlighted key takeaways, self-reflection questions, action step(s), and self-evaluation.

50 Things to Know About IELTS for General Training Module is the ready reckoner guide that offers an approach to get the highest score in the IELTS exam. This book will teach you how to condition your mind and then to apply all tips and tricks to get going.

Do you want to improve your English conversation? This audiobook is designed to help intermediate learners understand and speak informal, colloquial English, as spoken by native speakers. The audiobook includes 50 dialogues, covering a huge variety of everyday topics.

Have you ever wondered what lies beneath human behavior? Do you want to understand what truly motivates people, even when their intentions are unclear? "How to Analyze People with Dark Psychology" is your essential guide to unveiling the mysteries of the human psyche. This book equips you with the tools to read people and protect yourself from manipulation and deceit.

This 60-minute program offers a convenient and entertaining way to build a more powerful vocabulary. Each hour features 40 words used in everyday conversation or in the media and books that many skip over because they are difficult to define or pronounce accurately. Word Builders uses mnemonic devices, dramatized vignettes, and a variety of exercises to show you how to retain the meanings and pronunciations of these challenging words, as well as how to use them in conversation effectively and naturally.

Most French courses are boring as hell. Robotic voices. Endless grammar drills. Zero personality. No wonder you quit after a week. Your brain learns faster when you're actually enjoying yourself. When learning feels good, it sticks better than when you're forcing yourself through mind-numbing lessons that make you want to throw your headphones across the room. This 10-in-1 collection flips everything on its head. Instead of dry, sterile lessons that put you to sleep, you get engaging stories and real conversations paired with chill study music that actually makes you want to keep going.

One of the more difficult things about working with native English speakers is their use of expressions, or idioms. What’s a “dog and pony show”? What does it mean to “leave someone in the lurch” or to “take a beating”? Unfortunately, you can’t stop English speakers from using these idioms, so you need to understand them yourself! Each of the more than 500 idioms in this book is presented, in alphabetical order, with its meaning and a business example. Recommended for intermediate to advanced English speakers.

IELTS is the most popular English exam in the world today. It is also the ideal way to perfect the English language from a basic to advanced level. In this series, you will be escorted through the course with Richard Aspinall, a teacher who has a proven track record in teaching the IELTS curriculum successfully all over the world, he will take you through this "easy to follow" step-by-step guide, in which you will be represented by a student and you will learn everything you need to know to improve your English.

This meditation and self-hypnosis program is perfect for both beginners and those who are experienced with hypnosis. It'll help you open up the language center of your mind so that you are at the optimal peak for learning and retaining information, specifically the French language. Your focus and memory will increase and become sharper, and you'll find that you're more motivated to study and learn French.

Audiobook summary of Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg.

As many ESL learners know, TOEFL is a widely-accepted English proficiency test that can help you get into desired universities. High scores on this test will help you stand out among your peers and will show your proficiency level in English. The more you expose yourself to TOEFL vocabulary and how it's used, the more likely you are to remember these terms during the exam. This ESL guide includes 113 common TOEFL words and how to use them.

ULPAN IVRIT - A new course for Hebrew learners, in Ulpan classes or for self-study. Thirty-six lessons - also available: more than six hours of video training!

Professional narrations of all dialogs and exercises marked throughout the book with a special symbol.

Available also: The Textbook!

Mastering ISO 18587: Best Practices, Case Studies, and Compliance Strategies Introduction: Explore Mastering ISO 18587: Best Practices, Case Studies, and Compliance Strategies, your essential guide to optimizing Machine Translation Post-Editing in alignment with ISO 18587. This book provides a deep dive into the standards and best practices for MT post-editing, ensuring high-quality, efficient processes. Whether you're looking to improve your post-editing workflows, ensure ISO 18587 compliance, or elevate your team's productivity, this guide offers practical strategies, expert insights, and...

In this English language guide, we take you from the very basics that you require to more complex sentence structuring and comprehension, helping guide you through your English Language GCSE. We look at all the aspects of grammar, creative writing, analysis of texts, sources, storytelling, and much more. Each of the tutorials starts with a very short spelling test designed to keep you thinking about how to spell and to keep you on your toes.