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This volume will revise the way we look at the modern populations of Latin America and North America by providing a totally new view of the history of Native-American and African-American peoples throughout the hemisphere. Africans and Native Americans explores key issues relating to the evolution of racial terminology and European colonialists' perceptions of color, analyzing the development of color classification systems and the specific evolution of key terms such as black, mulatto, and mestizo, which no longer carry their original meanings.

In an illuminating analysis, Dr. Genevieve Guenther shows that the climate debate is not, in fact, neatly polarized, with Republicans obstructing climate action and Democrats advancing climate solutions. Partisans on the right and the left often repeat the same fossil-fuel talking points, and this repetition produces a centrist consensus upholding the status quo, even as global heating accelerates. Weaving this analysis through fascinating critical histories of the terms that dominate the language of climate politics Dr. Guenther shows how this consensus is established.

En avez-vous assez de ne pas progresser en anglais ? Vous recherchez une méthode innovante pour améliorer vos compétences linguistiques ? Si vous êtes prêt à plonger dans la langue anglaise et à la parler comme si c'était votre seconde langue maternelle, alors ce guide est pour vous. Que ce soit pour les vacances, par passion personnelle ou pour avancer professionnellement, l'anglais ouvre des portes et élargit les horizons.

Learn Jamaican Patois For Beginners is perfect for people who have no other time to learn a new language! It contains over 1000 common Jamaican phrases, that will help you in everyday life! Each phrase is pronounced slowly and multiple times, so that you can really learn the correct pronunciation! Each phrases' equivalent English translation is also provided!

Containing a fascinating exploration of the depths of the human mind, this insightful book takes listeners on a deep dive to discover the hidden parts of the psyche. Covering the subtle world of body language and nonverbal communication, along with the lesser-known secrets of human behavior, you’ll discover how you can draw on a rich collection of insights to protect yourself from manipulators and abusers.

Punjabi Phase 1, Units 16-20 build on material taught in prior units. Each lesson provides 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation, and new vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation. Each lesson contains practice for vocabulary introduced in previous lessons. The emphasis is on pronunciation and comprehension, and on learning to speak Punjabi.

Hablar en inglés no tiene por qué tomarte muchísimos años. Aprender inglés para adultos principiantes: 3 libros en 1 es ideal para adultos ocupados que quieren poder comunicarse en inglés rápido. En el libro, te presentamos las reglas gramaticales, el vocabulario, las frases más comunes y todo lo que necesitas para hablar inglés fluido en poco tiempo.

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young adult and adult intermediate learners of Italian. Short Stories in Italian for Beginners, Volume 2 has been written specifically for students from a high-beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when listening.

This 3-in-1 Audiobook bundle is a fast and easy introduction to Dutch for Absolute Beginners. Instead of just reading about Dutch, you learn through everyday conversations between native speakers. In each lesson, you hear a practical dialogue. Then, our teachers translate and explain every word—and you understand it all within minutes. Not only will you understand practical conversations, but you'll also be able to use the same phrases. Learn Dutch Bundle - Easy Introduction for Beginners focuses on everyday Dutch—the kind that you yourself will use in the Netherlands.

Students of biblical Greek will learn all New Testament Greek vocabulary words that occur 10 times or more in the New Testament by interacting with this audio product. Jonathan Pennington speaks all New Testament Greek words in descending order of frequency. Different tracks enable students to concentrate on different word groupings.

Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now Collins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These readers have been carefully adapted using the Collins COBUILD grading scheme to ensure that the language is at the correct level for an intermediate learner. This book is Level 4 in the Collins ELT Readers series. Level 4 is equivalent to CEF level B2 with a word count of 20,000-26,000 words.

With intriguing plots that will spark your imagination and keep you listening, Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners, Volume 2 will take your grasp of Spanish to the next level with key features to support and consolidate your progress. As a result, you will be able to focus on enjoying reading, delighting in your improved range of vocabulary and grasp of the language all without ever feeling overwhelmed.

Tagalog Level 1 Lessons 6-10 builds on material taught in prior lessons. Each lesson provides 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation and new vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation.

Real Mexicans don’t speak like your textbook...so it’s no wonder you struggle with the slang and expressions of spoken Mexican Spanish! This book fixes that. For the first time, you’ll learn to move beyond beginner level and speak Spanish in the real world! With 101 authentic conversations in intermediate Mexican Spanish and a brand-new story in this edition, you’ll become confident in the words, phrases, and expressions you need to communicate like a local.

Each lesson in Cantonese Chinese Phase 1, Units 1-5 provides 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation, and new vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation. Each lesson contains practice for vocabulary introduced in previous lessons.

As the self-appointed world expert on the subject, Adam Hurrey sets off to define the definitive rules of the language of football. Have we let the football lexicon spiral out of control? In finding out, this book will be exactly as gloriously pedantic as it sounds.

Each lesson in Czech Phase 1, Units 1-5 provides 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation, and new vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation. Each lesson contains practice for vocabulary introduced in previous lessons.

If you’ve ever wondered about accents and how they shape the way you speak English, this book is for you. "Achieving A Fluent English Accent: An English Pronunciation Guide for Non-Native Speakers" dives deep into the intricacies of English pronunciation, helping you master the sounds and nuances of the language. Starting with an exploration of what an accent is, you’ll quickly move into the specifics of the English language sounds. Understanding why the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is essential for non-native learners will set the foundation for your journey.

Have you been trying to learn Chinese (Mandarin) and simply can’t find the way to expand your vocabulary? Do your teachers recommend you boring textbooks and complicated stories that you don’t really understand? Are you looking for a way to learn the language quicker without taking shortcuts? If you answered “Yes!” to at least one of those previous questions, then this book is for you! We’ve compiled the 2000 most common words in Chinese, a list of terms that will expand your vocabulary to levels previously unseen.

This course includes lessons 21-25 from the French Level 3 program featuring 2.5 hours of language instruction. Each lesson provides 30 minutes of spoken-language practice, with an introductory conversation and new vocabulary and structures.