Foreign Language Study

You're no idiot, of course. You appreciate wine and brie, can pronounce 'croissant,' and know that 'bonjour' means hello. But when it comes to actually learning the language, you feel stranded on the Eiffel Tower with no way down. Don't strap on your parachute just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Learning French, Second Edition makes mastering French fun and entertaining - instead of bogging you down with verb tenses and vocabulary lists. You'll feel confident about 'parlaying' your new proficiency into conversations with native speakers. more...

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With over 100,000 words, phrases, and translations this beginner-level dictionary is the most up-to-date small dictionary of French available. In order to provide extra help, frequently used words that can be difficult to master are given a special layout and usage notes to help you use them correctly. Warning labels mark words which are informal or slang, so you know to use them with care. Attractive easy-access layout helps you find the right words and translations quickly and easily. more...

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Genuinely funny books for children are few and far between. So when a story like Henry Huggins comes along, it comes to stay. In this irresistible boy's adventures, children everywhere see themselves. During one unforgettable year that begins when Henry discovers a lost, hungry dog he calls Ribsy, readers will have a grand time. Before the suspenseful conclusion, they'll meet Henry's friends on Klickitat Street--including Beezus and her little sister, Ramona--and enjoy lots of funny happenings. No wonder this continuously engaging and heartwarming book is a classic! more...

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You can learn to speak Italian in no time-- capisci ?. It's time to say arrivederci to your fears of learning a new language. With this easy-to-follow guide, you'll have no problema speaking and understanding Italian. Presto ! Before you know it, you'll get past ciao and really be able to converse. Beginning with everyday Italian expressions and a review of basic pronunciation, Italian Demystified covers key grammar fundamentals such as common verb tenses, nouns, pronouns, and gender. Step by step, you'll build your Italian vocabulary with essential words and phrases and quickly master the language. Test yourself at the end of every chapter for reinforcement that you're fast on your way to speaking, writing, and understanding Italian. This fast and easy guide features: Clear grammatical explanations that illustrate how the language works; Numerous examples that place new vocabulary in practical context; Helpful writing and speaking exercises that bring the Italian language to life; Coverage of everyday topics and conversational expressions; Quizzes at the end of each chapter that reinforce new language skills. Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for a more advanced student, Italian Demystified is your shortcut to fluency in this lingua bellissimo . more...

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Learning idioms is as easy as apple pie. This concise, easy-to-use reference defines hundreds of contemporary American idiomatic expressions and shows how to use them in real-life situations. You will learn more than 2,100 idioms, each exemplified with contextual sentences. more...

Price: $12.95