Language Arts & Disciplines

This is the first English translation of the seminal book by Katharina Reiss and Hans Vermeer, Grundlegung einer allgemeinen Translationstheorie, first published in 1984. The first part of the book was written by Vermeer and explains the theoretical...

This is the most comprehensive and current introduction to phonological theory and analysis. Presupposing only minimal background in linguistics, the book introduces the basic concepts and principles of phonological analysis and then systematically...

Richard Janko's acclaimed translation of Aristotle's Poetics is accompanied by the most comprehensive commentary available in English that does not presume knowledge of the original Greek. Two other unique features are Janko's translations with notes of...

Have you ever been confused by the fact that the words 'though' and 'bough' are pronounced differently, or frustrated by the realisation that 'hint' and 'pint' don't rhyme? It is well known that the spelling system of English is notoriously unhelpful as...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781641520829Author Lauralee MossFormat PaperbackPage Count 268Imprint Zephyros PressPublisher Zephyros PressWeight(grams) 762gDimensions(mm) 254mm * 203mm *...

Skills in Spelling and Vocabulary extends the range of the Nelson Thornes Framework English series with a scheme specifically aimed at securing spelling skills and enriching vocabulary. Each Student Book consisting of 80 pages, provides spelling and...

Cognitive pragmatics is a mature field of research, characterized by robust theories and a growing amount of experimental work. In particular, Relevance Theory has provided a rich framework for research in the field. However, this theory makes a number...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781802360066Author Robert FryFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Straightforward PublishingPublisher Straightforward PublishingWeight(grams) 148g

In Tin Cat Ant makes a cat using some tin cans and teaches it to do some tricks. How much can Tin Cat learn before he starts to get tired? Cat tries to teach Cog Dog to sit but he won't stay. Will he do as he is told when Nok tells him? Find out in Sit,...

Doing English Language provides a concise, lively and accessible introduction to the field of English Language studies for readers who are interested in taking courses at university level. This book addresses the fundamental questions about studying...

The Level 2 Biff, Chip and Kipper Stories, written by Roderick Hunt and illustrated by Alex Brychta, provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A and More Stories B offer a predictable...

This unique Russian-language textbook draws on printed mass media, especially up-to-date Internet media sources, to introduce intermediate and advanced students to varied aspects of modern Russian life. Presenting fascinating material on armed conflicts,...

Learn to get your ideas across clearly and correctly-the easy way English Grammar All-in-One For Dummies is packed with everything you need to know to communicate with confidence-in your writing, on standardized tests, at work, on social media, and...

Level up your campaign with these interactive activities and instructions for maximizing your storytelling skills so you can enjoy the ultimate RPG experience.Get your next campaign rolling right with The Ultimate RPG Guide Boxed Set. This collection has...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780671023232Author Richard LedererFormat PaperbackPage Count 228Imprint Pocket BooksPublisher Simon & SchusterWeight(grams) 253gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 127mm...

Rocky finds an orphan wolf cub all alone in the forest, but trying to keep it a secret at home gives him all sorts of problems! Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools Helps your child develop reading fluency and confidence Suitable...

Project X Origins is a ground-breaking guided reading programme for the whole school. Action-packed stories, fascinating non-fiction and comprehensive guided reading support meet the needs of children at every stage of their reading development. One...

Over three and a half decades, Ted Conover has ridden the rails with hoboes, crossed the border with Mexican immigrants, guarded prisoners in Sing Sing, and inspected meat for the USDA. His books and articles chronicling these experiences, including the...

Did Neanderthals have language, and if so, what was it like? Scientists agree overall that the behaviour and cognition of Neanderthals resemble that of early modern humans in important ways. However, the existence and nature of Neanderthal language...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780986134708Author C S LakinFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Ubiquitous PressPublisher Ubiquitous PressWeight(grams) 299gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 133mm *...

"Essential Business Grammar Builder" presents and practises the fundamental grammar requirements for students studying Business English. It is ideal for use in class and for self-study. Key features: contains 60 units of grammar and functions;...

Have you ever noticed an accent or puzzled over a dialect phrase? Language can be a powerful tool with which one can create a persona; it can be a common ground between people or can be used as a divide between social groups. This Companion is for anyone...

Follow one of the first women network news producers as she climbs the career ladder right through the headlines of American history and inspires us all to speak up for our ourselves and fight for our own success. From Cuba to Vietnam and to Tiananmen...

Do you know what a snollygoster is? Would you eat something called a muktuk? Do you know anyone who engages in onolatry? Impress your friends and pepper your dinner party conversations with such nuggets as gobemouche, mumpsimus, and cachinnate. You can...

The Handbook of Technology and Second Language Teaching and Learning presents a comprehensive exploration of the impact of technology on the field of second language learning. The rapidly evolving language-technology interface has propelled dramatic...

One-eyed Jack has a big ship and lots of treasure, but what he really wants, more than anything, is a parrot. Pirate Percy only has a small leaky ship and no treasure, but he does have a parrot called Polly. Percy loves Polly very much. But when one-eyed...

From its first adoption of writing at the beginning of the Late Bronze Age, ancient Cyprus was home to distinctive scripts and writing habits, often setting it apart from other areas of the Mediterranean and Near East. This well-illustrated volume is the...

Genre: Modern realistic story. Simple sentence structure. Learning Objectives: Word Recognition Strand 5: Read a range of familiar and common words and simple sentences independently. Language Comprehension Strand 8: Use language to imagine and...

The fourth edition of this standard student text, Organizing Knowledge, incorporates extensive revisions reflecting the increasing shift towards a networked and digital information environment, and its impact on documents, information, knowledge, users...

A comprehensive guide to the language of argument, Rhetorical Style offers a renewed appreciation of the persuasive power of the English language. Drawing on key texts from the rhetorical tradition, as well as on newer approaches from linguistics and...

Cambridge English: Business Vantage 5 provides four complete past papers for the Cambridge English: Business Vantage exam (also known as BEC Vantage). These examination papers from University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL) provide the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781621387602Author Leo SpitzerFormat PaperbackPage Count 252Imprint Angelico PressPublisher Angelico PressWeight(grams) 322gDimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm *...

Learning About Language is an exciting and ambitious series of introductions to fundamental topics in language, linguistics and related areas. The books are designed for students of linguistics and those who are studying language as part of a wider...

This engaging 2005 introduction offers a critical approach to discourse, written by an expert uniquely placed to cover the subject for a variety of disciplines. Organised along thematic lines, the book begins with an outline of the basic principles,...

Thinking Syntactically: A Guide to Argumentation and Analysis is a textbook designed to teach introductory students the skills of relating data to theory and theory to data. Helps students develop their thinking and argumentation skills rather than...

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781599639154Author Barbara BaigFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint Writer's Digest BooksPublisher F&W Publications Inc

This book presents a model of event structure for the analysis of aspectual constructions and argument structure constructions in English and other languages. Representing the culmination of two decades of the author's research and thought, it explores...

Gizmo has three tales about a boy whose family are inventors. He wants to follow in their footsteps but his inventions don't go exactly as planned. Find out what happens to the rampaging Robo Mouse, the terrifying Turbo Tidy and the chaotic Kickbot. ...

Disability in the Media: Examining Stigma and Identity looks at how disabilities are portrayed within the media and how individuals with disabilities are affected by their representation. The effects of media representation can be seen both at the level...