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Language Instinct, The

How the Mind Creates Language

de Steven Pinker ...

Narrado por Arthur Morey ...

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18 hora 56 minutos

In this classic, the world’s expert on language and mind lucidly explains everything you always wanted to know about language: how it works, how children learn it, how it changes, how the brain computes it, and how it evolved. With deft use of examples of humor and wordplay, Steven Pinker weaves our vast knowledge of language into a compelling story: language is a human instinct, wired into our ... Leer más

$44.99 USD

In this classic, the world’s expert on language and mind lucidly explains everything you always wanted to know about language: how it works, how children learn it, how it changes, how the brain computes it, and how it evolved. With deft use of examples of humor and wordplay, Steven Pinker weaves our vast knowledge of language into a compelling story: language is a human instinct, wired into our
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The Sense of Style

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

de Steven Pinker ...

Narrado por Arthur Morey ...

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12 hora 26 minutos

A short and entertaining book on the modern art of writing well by New York Times bestselling author Steven PinkerWhy 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? Why should any of us care?In The Sense of Style, the bestselling linguist and cognitive scientist Steven ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

A short and entertaining book on the modern art of writing well by New York Times bestselling author Steven PinkerWhy 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? Why should any of us care?In The Sense of Style, the bestselling linguist and cognitive scientist Steven
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Grammar for a Full Life

How the Ways We Shape a Sentence Can Limit or Enlarge Us

de Lawrence Weinstein ...

Narrado por Lawrence Weinstein ...

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5 hora 7 minutos

Why settle for a normal book on grammar when you could learn new things about it and become your own best self at the same time?If you’re looking for a traditional manual of rules, this much-acclaimed, groundbreaking book by a cofounder of Harvard University’s Writing Center may not be the one for you. Grammar is about much more than rules: it’s about choices, too—since a thought can always be ... Leer más

$14.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Why settle for a normal book on grammar when you could learn new things about it and become your own best self at the same time?If you’re looking for a traditional manual of rules, this much-acclaimed, groundbreaking book by a cofounder of Harvard University’s Writing Center may not be the one for you. Grammar is about much more than rules: it’s about choices, too—since a thought can always be
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Foundation Irish (Michel Thomas Method) - Full course

Learn Irish with the Michel Thomas Method

de Michel Thomas ...

Narrado por Eilís Ní Dhúill, Patricia Mac Eoin ...

Series series Foundation
Completo

11 hora 8 minutos

Looking for a convenient language course that gets you speaking Irish in hours, not years? The Michel Thomas audio courses have helped over five million language learners to master a new language, with no writing, no stress and no memorisation.Perfect for absolute beginners, little or no prior knowledge of the language is needed for the Foundation course. The audio course provides everything ... Leer más

Antes $100.99 USD Ahora $37.99 USD

Looking for a convenient language course that gets you speaking Irish in hours, not years? The Michel Thomas audio courses have helped over five million language learners to master a new language, with no writing, no stress and no memorisation.Perfect for absolute beginners, little or no prior knowledge of the language is needed for the Foundation course. The audio course provides everything
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A Rulebook for Arguments

de Anthony Weston ...

Narrado por Scott R. Pollak ...

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3 hora 25 minutos

From academic writing to personal and public discourse, the need for good arguments and better ways of arguing is greater than ever before.This timely audio edition of A Rulebook for Arguments sharpens an already-classic text, adding updated examples and a new chapter on public debates that provides rules for the etiquette and ethics of sound public dialogue as well as clear and sound thinking in ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

From academic writing to personal and public discourse, the need for good arguments and better ways of arguing is greater than ever before.This timely audio edition of A Rulebook for Arguments sharpens an already-classic text, adding updated examples and a new chapter on public debates that provides rules for the etiquette and ethics of sound public dialogue as well as clear and sound thinking in
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6 Minute English

British Life

de BBC, BBC Learning English ...

Narrado por Full Cast ...

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1 horas 13 minutos

Learn and improve your English with the BBC. Collected here for the first time are 12 episodes from BBC Learning English's popular 6 Minute English series. Aimed at intermediate-level learners of English, each programme examines a different topic which is discussed and explained to help learners increase their knowledge of the English language.Over the course of 70 minutes, our helpful guides will ... Leer más

$8.99 USD

Learn and improve your English with the BBC. Collected here for the first time are 12 episodes from BBC Learning English's popular 6 Minute English series. Aimed at intermediate-level learners of English, each programme examines a different topic which is discussed and explained to help learners increase their knowledge of the English language.Over the course of 70 minutes, our helpful guides will
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Grammar Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

de Mignon Fogarty ...

Narrado por Mignon Fogarty ...

Series series Quick & Dirty Tips
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5 hora 51 minutos

Mignon Fogarty, a.k.a. Grammar Girl, is determined to wipe out bad grammar—but she's also determined to make the process as painless as possible. One year ago, she created a weekly podcast to tackle some of the most common mistakes people make while communicating. More than seven million episodes have now been downloaded, and Mignon has dispensed grammar tips on Oprah and appeared on the pages of ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

Mignon Fogarty, a.k.a. Grammar Girl, is determined to wipe out bad grammar—but she's also determined to make the process as painless as possible. One year ago, she created a weekly podcast to tackle some of the most common mistakes people make while communicating. More than seven million episodes have now been downloaded, and Mignon has dispensed grammar tips on Oprah and appeared on the pages of
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Have You Eaten Grandma?

Or, the Life-Saving Importance of Correct Punctuation, Grammar, and Good English

de Gyles Brandreth ...

Narrado por Gyles Brandreth ...

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7 hora 16 minutos

For anyone who wants to make fewer (not less) grammar mistakes, this “passionate, enlightening, and easily navigable manual is certainly the right book at the right time” (Publishers Weekly)—reminiscent of the New York Times bestseller Eats, Shoots & Leaves.Our language is changing, literary levels are declining, and our grasp of grammar is at a crisis point. From commas to colons, apostrophes to ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

For anyone who wants to make fewer (not less) grammar mistakes, this “passionate, enlightening, and easily navigable manual is certainly the right book at the right time” (Publishers Weekly)—reminiscent of the New York Times bestseller Eats, Shoots & Leaves.Our language is changing, literary levels are declining, and our grasp of grammar is at a crisis point. From commas to colons, apostrophes to
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Woe Is I

The Grammarphobe's Guide to Better English in Plain English (Fourth Edition)

de Patricia T. O'Conner ...

Narrado por Gabra Zackman ...

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7 hora 30 minutos

A revised and updated edition of the iconic grammar guide for the 21st century.In this expanded and updated edition of Woe Is I, former editor at The New York Times Book Review Patricia T. O'Conner unties the knottiest grammar tangles with the same insight and humor that have charmed and enlightened readers of previous editions for years. With fresh insights into the rights, wrongs, and maybes of ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

A revised and updated edition of the iconic grammar guide for the 21st century.In this expanded and updated edition of Woe Is I, former editor at The New York Times Book Review Patricia T. O'Conner unties the knottiest grammar tangles with the same insight and humor that have charmed and enlightened readers of previous editions for years. With fresh insights into the rights, wrongs, and maybes of
... Leer más
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Master English Like a Native

Slang, Sayings & Expressions That Americans Use

de Casey O. Jordan ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Mason G ...

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5 hora 40 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.If you’ve ever felt lost trying to understand real American English, you’re not alone. Native speakers don’t always talk the way textbooks teach. They use slang, idioms, sayings, and phrases that can leave even advanced learners confused. This audiobook is your guide to finally making sense of it all—and sounding fluent while you do it.Master English ... Leer más

$14.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.If you’ve ever felt lost trying to understand real American English, you’re not alone. Native speakers don’t always talk the way textbooks teach. They use slang, idioms, sayings, and phrases that can leave even advanced learners confused. This audiobook is your guide to finally making sense of it all—and sounding fluent while you do it.Master English
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Deutsche Grammatik - Basiswissen: Wortarten, Satzbau, Zeitformen und Zeichensetzung spielend leicht erlernen oder nachschlagen - inkl. effektiver Übungen & Vorlagen für Emails und Briefe

de Anna-Lena Pietz, Anna-Lena Pietz ...

Narrado por Jakob Seel ...

Completo

4 hora 26 minutos

Deutsche Grammatik: Bei dem Begriff verdrehen Sprachschüler genervt die Augen und auch Muttersprachler seufzen tief. Schwierig, komplex, mehr Ausnahmen als Regeln und sowieso ganz anders als die restlichen europäischen Sprachen – oder doch nicht? Für all die Verbform-Verzweifelten und Artikel-Verwirrten kommt hier eine gute Nachricht: Die deutsche Grammatik ist viel besser als ihr Ruf und zwar ... Leer más

$17.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Deutsche Grammatik: Bei dem Begriff verdrehen Sprachschüler genervt die Augen und auch Muttersprachler seufzen tief. Schwierig, komplex, mehr Ausnahmen als Regeln und sowieso ganz anders als die restlichen europäischen Sprachen – oder doch nicht? Für all die Verbform-Verzweifelten und Artikel-Verwirrten kommt hier eine gute Nachricht: Die deutsche Grammatik ist viel besser als ihr Ruf und zwar
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English Grammar and Writing Made Easy

Learn to Speak English with Fluency and Write Like an Expert by Building Your Vocabulary, Speaking Eloquently, and Increasing Pronounciation

de Philip Jacobs ...

Narrado por Lenard Liebe ...

Completo

3 hora 33 minutos

Learn the English language faster than you ever thought possible. ... Leer más

$8.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Learn the English language faster than you ever thought possible.
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What's Your Pronoun?

Beyond He and She

de Dennis Baron ...

Narrado por Paul Boehmer ...

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6 hora 55 minutos

Contextualizing one of the most pressing cultural questions of our generation, Dennis Baron reveals the untold story of how we got from he and she to zie and hir and singular—they.Like trigger warnings and gender-neutral bathrooms, pronouns are sparking a national debate, prompting new policies in schools, workplaces, even prisons, about what pronouns to use. Colleges ask students to declare their ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

Contextualizing one of the most pressing cultural questions of our generation, Dennis Baron reveals the untold story of how we got from he and she to zie and hir and singular—they.Like trigger warnings and gender-neutral bathrooms, pronouns are sparking a national debate, prompting new policies in schools, workplaces, even prisons, about what pronouns to use. Colleges ask students to declare their
... Leer más
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15 Secrets to Mastering English Grammar in 30 Minutes a Day

de Ranjot Singh Chahal ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Madison G ...

Completo

3 hora 19 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Unlock the secrets to mastering English grammar with this practical and engaging guide! In "15 Secrets to Mastering English Grammar in 30 Minutes a Day," Ranjot Singh Chahal presents an easy-to-follow approach that empowers learners of all levels to improve their writing and communication skills. Each chapter focuses on a specific aspect of grammar, ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Unlock the secrets to mastering English grammar with this practical and engaging guide! In "15 Secrets to Mastering English Grammar in 30 Minutes a Day," Ranjot Singh Chahal presents an easy-to-follow approach that empowers learners of all levels to improve their writing and communication skills. Each chapter focuses on a specific aspect of grammar,
... Leer más
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A Way With Words III

Grammar

de Michael Drout ...

Narrado por Michael Drout ...

Completo

7 hora 59 minutos

The answer to this all depends on-you guessed it-grammar. In the third part of his extraordinary Way with Words series, Professor Drout continues to explore humanity's intimate association with language, here delving into the finer points of English grammar. Since others judge you by the way you speak, the intricacies of grammar, in fact, should not be relegated to the realm of fussy "guardians of ... Leer más

$20.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The answer to this all depends on-you guessed it-grammar. In the third part of his extraordinary Way with Words series, Professor Drout continues to explore humanity's intimate association with language, here delving into the finer points of English grammar. Since others judge you by the way you speak, the intricacies of grammar, in fact, should not be relegated to the realm of fussy "guardians of
... Leer más
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Life in Every Word

The TLS Guide to Great Writing

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2 hora 59 minutos

A guide to great writing, by great writers – from Alan Hollinghurst to Mary Beard.What makes great writing?This masterclass in craft from the writers and editors at the Times Literary Supplement, one of Britain’s oldest literary magazines, offers an abundance of answers. An indispensable guide for readers and authors everywhere, his witty, wise and practical collection of new and classic essays ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

PEDIDO ANTICIPADO

A guide to great writing, by great writers – from Alan Hollinghurst to Mary Beard.What makes great writing?This masterclass in craft from the writers and editors at the Times Literary Supplement, one of Britain’s oldest literary magazines, offers an abundance of answers. An indispensable guide for readers and authors everywhere, his witty, wise and practical collection of new and classic essays
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Perfecting the Pronouns in Spanish

Using the Spanish Pronouns with ease

de Gordon Smith Durán, Cynthia Smith Durán ...

Narrado por Gordon Smith Durán ...

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4 hora 22 minutos

We really appreciate that you have taken an interest in this book. We are confident that you won't be disappointed.Why?Because it was written specifically with you in mind as well as every other student of the Spanish language who really wants to get control of their pronouns.Our promise to you:We promise you that once you have worked through the straightforward systems, the easy explanations and ... Leer más

Antes $13.99 USD Ahora $9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

We really appreciate that you have taken an interest in this book. We are confident that you won't be disappointed.Why?Because it was written specifically with you in mind as well as every other student of the Spanish language who really wants to get control of their pronouns.Our promise to you:We promise you that once you have worked through the straightforward systems, the easy explanations and
... Leer más
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Korean Folktales for Language Learners

Traditional Stories from Korea

de Sukyeon Cho, Yeon-Jeong Kim, Andrew Killick ...

Narrado por Da Eun Yoon ...

Series series Stories for Language Learners
Completo

4 hora 54 minutos

Learn about Korean culture through traditional folktales!Korean Folktales for Language Learners presents 36 traditional folktales drawn from Korea's rich storytelling tradition.The stories—which gradually increase in complexity as the book progresses—include:The Tiger with the Frozen Tail: A wily rabbit persuades a hungry tiger to break a hole in the ice of a frozen river to catch fish with his ... Leer más

$15.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Learn about Korean culture through traditional folktales!Korean Folktales for Language Learners presents 36 traditional folktales drawn from Korea's rich storytelling tradition.The stories—which gradually increase in complexity as the book progresses—include:The Tiger with the Frozen Tail: A wily rabbit persuades a hungry tiger to break a hole in the ice of a frozen river to catch fish with his
... Leer más
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Across the Universe

The Past, Present, and Future of the Crossword Puzzle

de Natan Last ...

Narrado por Natan Last ...

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11 hora 7 minutos

An entertaining and eye-opening look at the history of the crossword, who constructs them, and why crosswords matter as both a reflection of and influence on our cultureFrom Wordle to Spelling Bee, we live in a time of word game mania. Crosswords in particular gained renewed popularity during the Covid-19 lockdown, when games became another kind of refuge. Today, 36 million Americans solve ... Leer más

$22.00 USD

An entertaining and eye-opening look at the history of the crossword, who constructs them, and why crosswords matter as both a reflection of and influence on our cultureFrom Wordle to Spelling Bee, we live in a time of word game mania. Crosswords in particular gained renewed popularity during the Covid-19 lockdown, when games became another kind of refuge. Today, 36 million Americans solve
... Leer más
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7 Days to Grammar Excellence

How to Master English from Beginner to Advanced

de Ranjot Singh Chahal ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Parvati G ...

Completo

2 hora 33 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Unlock the secrets to mastering English grammar in just one week with 7 Days to Grammar Excellence. This comprehensive guide by Ranjot Singh Chahal is designed for learners at all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced students. With clear explanations, practical exercises, and step-by-step strategies, you will build a solid foundation and ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Unlock the secrets to mastering English grammar in just one week with 7 Days to Grammar Excellence. This comprehensive guide by Ranjot Singh Chahal is designed for learners at all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced students. With clear explanations, practical exercises, and step-by-step strategies, you will build a solid foundation and
... Leer más
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Everyday English Excellence

Phrases, Idioms, and Vocabulary for Life

de Ranjot Singh Chahal ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Padma G ...

Completo

2 hora 21 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Everyday English Excellence: Phrases, Idioms, and Vocabulary for Life" is your essential companion on the journey to mastering the English language. This comprehensive guide offers a rich assortment of everyday expressions, idiomatic phrases, and practical vocabulary that seamlessly blend into your daily interactions. With a focus on both spoken and ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Everyday English Excellence: Phrases, Idioms, and Vocabulary for Life" is your essential companion on the journey to mastering the English language. This comprehensive guide offers a rich assortment of everyday expressions, idiomatic phrases, and practical vocabulary that seamlessly blend into your daily interactions. With a focus on both spoken and
... Leer más
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Style Matters: Elevating Your Writing with Engaging Techniques

de Ranjot Singh Chahal ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Parvati G ...

Completo

1 horas 32 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Style Matters: Elevating Your Writing with Engaging Techniques" is a comprehensive guide that navigates the art of effective communication through the lens of writing style. This book unveils a treasure trove of techniques designed to enhance your writing, making it not only clear and precise but also captivating and memorable. From understanding the ... Leer más

$1.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Style Matters: Elevating Your Writing with Engaging Techniques" is a comprehensive guide that navigates the art of effective communication through the lens of writing style. This book unveils a treasure trove of techniques designed to enhance your writing, making it not only clear and precise but also captivating and memorable. From understanding the
... Leer más
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Write It Right: A Little Blacklist of Literary Faults

de Ambrose Bierce ...

Narrado por Donavan Price ...

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1 horas 48 minutos

Step into the sharp and satirical mind of Ambrose Bierce with Write It Right: A Little Blacklist of Literary Faults — a witty, incisive guide to the art of clear and correct writing.First published in 1909, this compact yet powerful manual exposes the most common blunders of language and style, offering Bierce’s signature blend of precision, humor, and biting critique. From misused words and ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Step into the sharp and satirical mind of Ambrose Bierce with Write It Right: A Little Blacklist of Literary Faults — a witty, incisive guide to the art of clear and correct writing.First published in 1909, this compact yet powerful manual exposes the most common blunders of language and style, offering Bierce’s signature blend of precision, humor, and biting critique. From misused words and
... Leer más
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The Exam & Essay Cheat Sheet: Friendly, bite-sized FAQs to get your best grades in exams and essays and stop losing easy marks

de Chirag Patel ...

Narrado por Chirag Patel ...

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1 horas 39 minutos

For a few years, I ran a student support service at a university. Over that time, I discovered that most students were tripping up for easily avoidable reasons, and came in with the same problems each time. Contained herein are solutions for the most common student difficulties, including:How should I prepare to write my essay? How much time should I leave?What am I being asked to do? Shouldn’t I ... Leer más

$8.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

For a few years, I ran a student support service at a university. Over that time, I discovered that most students were tripping up for easily avoidable reasons, and came in with the same problems each time. Contained herein are solutions for the most common student difficulties, including:How should I prepare to write my essay? How much time should I leave?What am I being asked to do? Shouldn’t I
... Leer más

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