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Written by an English lexicographer, this book is a compact dictionary that can help guide readers in furthering their knowledge of Greek and Roman antiquities. Even this smaller dictionary is more than 400-pages long; yet despite its shortness, it is not lacking in giving a precise explanation for each term presented.
Pitmaticbrings together a wonderful regional pit language – its words, jokes and stories that are fast disappearing from our culture. This book helps attest to the remarkable vitality of the region's dialect and the inventiveness and humour of its speakers. The last major mine in the North East region closed in 2005 and with it went a way of life. Through dialect words, humour, stories and songs Pitmatic will help you to understand the everyday lives and work of miners. Miners who provided fuel, helped sustain an economy, consolidated communities and created a unique and rich regional culture. This book is a joyous celebration of the history of the North East bringing together the words spoken by miners and their families and how they related to the wider languages of the world. The late Bill Griffiths (1948–2007)was an extraordinary writer and poet: radical, experimental and scholarly, but also had a great sense of humour. He was a wonderful champion of the North East, its people and heritage. Born in Middlesex, he read history before graduating in 1969. Bill ran his own independent press and published political pamphlets and essays on the arts and poetry. After gaining a PhD in Old English he fled London and settled in Seaham where he embraced the northern way of life. 'He was also a scholar of Old English and dialect who know how to make his work accessible. Private and uncompetitive, he was at least these things: poet, archivist, scholar, translator, prison-rights campaigner, pianist, historian, curator, performer, editor, short-story writer, essayist, teacher, book-maker and lyricist… The Saturday before he died, Bill discharged himself from hospital to host the Dialect Day at the Morden Tower in Newcastle upon Tyne. He died as he lived: cataloguing, awarding Best Dialect prizes, opera on his radio, the poetry paramount.' Obituary, The Independent, 20 September 2007.Show book
Discover the Secrets To Becoming a Highly Effective Communicator and Become a Master of Public Speaking! Do you struggle in the workplace? No matter how hard you may try to be an effective employee, do you find that you somehow always manage to make things worse? You may try to convey that one thing is needed, but instead, there is nothing but chaos when everyone tries to do the exact opposite due to your own failure to communicate clearly and effectively. Maybe you attempt to say one thing but it is misconstrued as something else. Perhaps you simply cannot manage to discuss your own thoughts and feelings without shutting down because you are too self-conscious or shy, so when you do try or you do feel put on the spot, you freeze. If your answer is YES, this bundle is for you! Through reading this book, you will develop the skill set necessary to be effective at communicating in professional settings. In this comprehensive but easy-to-follow guidebook, you will learn how to:Understand the Powers of Effective Communication: Learn how to use the powers of effective communication and become a master of public speaking!Develop Your Self-Confidence: Champion against your anxieties and stage-fright by learning how to become your confident self in front of a crowd!Effective Techniques of Storytelling: Learn how to command your audience’s attention and keep their interest throughout your speech!How to speak with your boss, colleagues, subordinates, unruly customers, and how to approach meetings . How to communicate through written means in several different situationsHow to identify and reach your target audience when communicating with others . How to listen effectively and communicate that you are listening effectivelyThe definition of service orientation and why it is a preferred personality trait in the workplaceShow book
Learn Yoruba [Yorùbá, Yōrùbǎ] by listening ... Apprendre le Yōrùbǎ par l'écoute... Grab the physical copy of the book by scanning the QR Code in the audiobook cover. Also, Please join Resulam as a member and benefit from a plethora of selected videos for learning African languages, including Kiswahili, Wolof, Igbo, Lingala, Yoruba, Nufi, Ewondo, Duala, Fe'efe'e, Medumba, Hausa, Fulfulde, Chichewa, and many more. Link to join Resulam as a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoTSeSbcu6X3REreEZd_urA/join In this book, we will explore the rich and fascinating world of the Yoruba language, spoken by over 20 million people across West Africa, including Nigeria, Benin, Togo.. This phrasebook offers a comprehensive 7-hour course, divided into 32 chapters, designed to equip you with the essential Yoruba language skills for everyday interactions. Not only does it cover common scenarios like greetings, introductions, and mealtime conversations, but it also delves into specialized topics such as expressing love, dealing with anger, asking for forgiveness, addressing illness, celebrating special occasions, travel essentials, cultural nuances, and grammatical rules. The history, mythology, facts, and grammar features at the beginning of the book will immerse you in the heart of Yoruba culture and help you avoid mistakes due to cultural differences. There are many reasons why learning Yoruba can be a rewarding and enriching experience. Here are some of them:By learning Yoruba, you can gain a deeper understanding of the culture, traditions, and beliefs of these countries and their people.Business Opportunities: Nigeria is one of the largest economies in Africa and has a growing business market. Knowing Yoruba can be a valuable asset for anyone doing business or planning to invest in Nigeria or other West African countries where Yoruba is spoken.Show book
This audio course, Brazilian Portuguese for Business and Trade, equips you with essential language skills to navigate the Brazilian business world confidently. Designed specifically for professionals, the course emphasizes commonly used business vocabulary and practical phrases. You’ll learn the Portuguese terms for core business concepts like “contract,” “investment,” “negotiation,” and “logistics,” which are vital for effective communication in Brazilian corporate settings.This course addresses a broad range of business areas, including corporate roles and responsibilities, financial terms, and logistics, ensuring you gain comprehensive language support. With sections focused on "negotiating contracts," "budgeting," and "supply chain management," you’ll be well-prepared for the demands of Brazilian business. This course includes terms for tasks such as “sending emails,” “making phone calls,” and “scheduling meetings,” all tailored to foster smoother, more effective interactions with Brazilian colleagues and clients.By engaging in practical, real-world sentence translations, you’ll reinforce your knowledge and improve comprehension. Terms like "warehouse," "client," and "shipment" come up frequently, helping you retain essential vocabulary through repeated use. Periodic review modules allow you to revisit learned material, further enhancing retention and confidence.Brazilian Portuguese for Business and Trade is suitable for anyone aiming to develop language skills for professional growth in Brazil or with Brazilian partners. Whether you’re negotiating, preparing presentations, or managing supply logistics, this course ensures you can conduct these activities fluently in Portuguese. Expand your linguistic capability and business acumen with the critical vocabulary this course provides.Show book
Bamoun Audio Phrasebook is your essential companion for learning and speaking Bamoun (Shupamom) — a gateway to the rich traditions, artistry, and history of Cameroon’s Bamoun kingdom. Created and produced by Resulam, an organization dedicated to reviving and preserving African mother tongues, this phrasebook combines clear, native-speaker recordings with cultural insights to help you communicate naturally and meaningfully. Inside you will find:Essential everyday expressions — greetings, introductions, numbers, food, travel, and cultural etiquette.Authentic pronunciation — voiced by native speakers to help you sound natural and confident.Cultural depth — notes and tips revealing Bamoun customs, values, and traditions so you can speak with respect and understanding.Easy navigation — phrases organized by real-life situations so you can listen, repeat, and use them right away. Whether you are a traveler, language enthusiast, or part of the Bamoun-speaking community, this audio phrasebook will help you open doors to Bamoun culture, connect with people, and celebrate one of Africa’s most vibrant linguistic heritages.Show book
We broke our new series on learning Vietnamese down into different learning stages. Start with the “Lower Beginner” books followed by the “Beginner” and “Upper Beginner” books. Next, progress to the “Intermediate” series, then test and reinforce your knowledge with the “Conversations” series. This audiobook is divided into units.While it provides different learning patterns and accommodates various needs, this audiobook focuses on helping you improve your ability to understand, speak, and memorise Vietnamese. The sample will give you a taste of what you can look forward to. In Unit 1 you will hear Vietnamese decoded with each syllable spoken very slowly and clearly with repetition. Immediately before each sentence is spoken, you will hear the translation, so you will always understand what is being said. Unit 2 focuses solely on increasing your listening ability, which will improve your abilities to engage in dialogue with a native Vietnamese speaker. This chapter requires you to listen very carefully to nuances in the language. By Unit 3 you will already notice progress in your abilities to speak and understand Vietnamese. The spoken translation is followed by two repetitions in Vietnamese at a completely natural speed. While you are learning to process naturally spoken Vietnamese, Units 3 and 4 will help you memorise new vocabulary and full sentences. In Unit 5 you can test yourself on how much you have learned. If you are having difficulties, we suggest you revisit the listening, speaking, or memorisation section of Units 1, 2 3 or 4, according to what you need more help with. Topics covered in this book: -Asking about family -Asking about relationship status -Expressing frequency -Talking about spare time activities and hobbies -Using quantifiers/determiners -Talking about preference -Talking about abilities -Talking about location of places -Describing appearance -Talking about personality -Talking about the weather ...Show book
