Top Language Arts & Disciplines eBooks

The Study of Language 3ed eBook by Yule, George

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

Unrivalled in its popularity, The Study of Language is quite simply the best introduction to the field available today. It introduces the analysis of the key elements of language - sounds, words, structures and meanings, and provides a solid foundation in all of the essential topics, such as how conversation works, child language, and language variation. This third edition has been extensively revised to include fresh study questions, a comprehensive glossary, and new sections on important contemporary issues in language study, including language and culture, slang, gestures, and African American English.

English as a Global Language eBook by Crystal, David, Cystal, David

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

David Crystal, world authority on the English language, has written a timely and informative account of the phenomenon of English as a global language - the most successful the globe has ever known, with perhaps 1,500 million speakers. But if its rise continues what will be the fate of less powerful tongues? and what would have been the impact if Bill Gates had grown up speaking Chinese? What makes a world language? And why is English the leading candidate? Will it continue to hold that position? This book will appeal to anyone with an interest in language issues, whatever their political views on the subject.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Para Aprender Ingles eBook by Figueredo, D. H.

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

Millions of Spanish-speaking immigrants enroll in ESL (English as a Second Language) classes every year. This curriculum-based guide offers practical examples, exercises, and quizzes to quickly and effectively bolster English skills.

Associated Press Sports Writing Handbook eBook by Wilstein, Steve

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

This handbook arms aspiring and working sports reporters, broadcasters, and photographers with exactly what they need to know to make it to the top in the glamorous and exciting world of sports journalism.

Associated Press Sports Writing Handbook eBook by Wilstein, Steve

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

Henry Huggins eBook by Cleary, Beverly

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

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!

Describing Spoken English eBook by Kreidler, Charles W.

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

Describing Spoken English provides a practical introduction to the pronunciation of contemporary English. Requiring no prior knowledge of phonetics or phonology, the book examines the main varieties of English, focusing on the elements common to all native-speaker varieties and presents the differences as minor variations on a theme.

The book is divided into twelve chapters which cover speech production, principles of phonological analysis, consonants, the vowel systems of different varieties of the language, syllable structure, strong and weak syllables, phonological processes in connected speech, stress in simple words and compounds, tone units and utterances, the role of accent in discourse, and the interrelations of morphology and phonology. Presented in an accessible jargon-free style, Describing Spoken English will be essential for all students of the English language and linguistics.

Instant Vocabulary eBook by Ehrlich, Ida

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

" LEARNING NEW WORDS IS AS EASY AS ONE, TWO, THREE! . RECOGNIZE the keys to the English language, the basic units from which all words are made . FOLLOW clear examples of how the key explains a word's origin and meaning -- or how it combines with other keys to create new words . BUILD your word power with practical exercises to expand and integrate your knowledge, without memorization Why enroll in an expensive course when everything you need to increase your vocabulary is at your fingertips? With this tested step-by-step method, you can instantly understand and retain thousands of words -- even words you have never seen before. By examining the building blocks of all words, a basic skill you already use every day without realizing it, you can unlock the meaning behind any word. A strong vocabulary is essential for academic and career success, greater self-confidence in speaking and writing, and improved reading comprehension. Master the secrets of increased word power with Instant Vocabulary! "

The Handbook of Discourse Analysis eBook by

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

The Handbook of Discourse Analysis makes significant contributions to current research and serves as a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the central issues in contemporary discourse analysis.

Doing Dissertations in Politics eBook by Silbergh, David

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

This guide has been designed to help undergraduates develop an understanding of practical research methods, and their application in the undergraduate dissertation. Written in an accessible and engaging style, it offers advice on all aspects of undergraduate research, from choosing a dissertation subject through to presenting the finished article.

Super Reading Secrets eBook by Berg, Howard Stephen

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

Devised by the man recorded in Guinness as the world's fastest reader--80 pages per minutes--this is the only program that combines the most up-to-date learning techniques and psychological discoveries with proven speed-reading methods and ancient tools like meditation to significantly improve both reading speed and comprehension.

Handbook of Applied Linguistics eBook by

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

The Handbook of Applied Linguistics is a collection of newly commissioned articles that provide a comprehensive and up-to-date picture of the field of Applied Linguistics.

Provides a comprehensive and current picture of the field of Applied Linguistics.
Contains 32 newly commissioned articles that examine both the applications of linguistics to language data and the use of real world language to ameliorate social problems.
Valuable resource for students and researchers in applied linguistics, language teaching, and second language acquisition.
Presents applied linguistics as an independent discipline that unifies practical experience and theoretical understanding of language development and language in use.

El Niño, El Rey, y La Chihuahua eBook by SeBasco, Salvador

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

Spanish version of The Boy, The King, and The Chihuahua by SeBasco, Salvador

"El rey desafía a la gente de su ciudad a que si una de ella puede subir a donde él está, en lo alto del castillo, y lo hace antes de que el sol se ponga, él dará a esa persona su perrita de nombre Lily, como premio ¿Ganará alguien la perrita como premio? El libro ilustrado de Salvador Sebasco dice lo que volúmenes hablan acerca de el desarrollo y esfuerzo del carácter humano como talento. ¡"Es un libro pequeño que contesta a grandes preguntas! Es definitivamente digno de adquirir el Good Housekeeping's Seal of Approval!"

-Good-Housekeeping Magazine Book Club Online (club del libro).
Good-Housekeeping es la versión en inglés de la revista Buenhogar.

 SOBRE EL AUTOR:

Salvador SeBasco ha traído una nueva perspectiva en la imaginación de sí mismo a los niños de todas las edades. Sus atractivas historias nos ayudan a ver el valor de la imaginación, que en la vida diaria, está minimisado. Su extensamente abrogada reserve en cada uno una característica del diseño único; un acercamiento progresivo a la enseñanza sobre rasgos positivos del carácter, con las secciones del esfuerzo personal para tres diversas categorías de edad. Sus escritos ahora guardan más de 6,000 páginas y se han colocado en 60 series del libro reveladas gradualmente en cierto plazo en su Web site (http://www.ijustread.com). Él ha sido un huésped de la televisión y demostraciones de radio de la charla. Él es Literary Director, crítico y bien respetado, entrevistador de autores, anfitrión de la difusión de THE INSIDE VIEW (TM), y está en el personal con la estación de KNLE que es afiliada con el CNN. Salvador reside en Austin, Texas, con su Chihuahua, Lily.

 Reviews:

"¡El mensaje noble en el libro es muy fácil de entender y de leer con un mensaje fuerte y claro! El autor comparte su interés y visión filisófica al final del libro."

-BOOKWIRE, R.R. Bowker

"¡Todos nosotros deberíamos tener la libre imaginación de los niños y enfrentarnos a los retos de la vida, paso a paso... y eso es exactamente lo que El Niño, El Rey, y La Chihuahua inspirará a personas de todas edades a hacer!"

-Paul K. Carlton, Jr., M.D., FACS, Retorado recientemente como Teniente General, (involucrado dírectamente con respuesta de socorro de 9/11)

"¡Una joya verdadera!"

-Edwina Meitzen, Dayton Tribune, Oregon

The Elements of Style by William Strunk jr. & How To Speak And Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin - Special Edition eBook by Strunk jr., William, Devlin, Joseph

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

The Elements of Style by William Strunk jr. & How To Speak And Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin - Special Edition

How to Write a Dirty Story: Reading, Writing, and Publishing Erotica eBook by Bright, Susie

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 37:10:59 GMT

Susie Bright is the first and reigning queen of contemporary erotica. In How to Write a Dirty Story, she reveals her tricks of the trade and shows you how to heat up sex scenes in everything from traditional novels and romances to science fiction and humor. Easing the aspiring writer into the creative process, she tells you how to write the steamy plots and sensual characters that publishers and readers are looking for. Bright makes it easy to:<UL><LI>Produce unique ideas<LI>Master erotic language<LI>Climax the story<LI>Sell your work to the right place</UL>Each chapter features practical writing exercises and suggestions for nonwriting activities that will galvanize the imagination and raze any creative or psychological hurdle. When it's time to go public, Bright draws on her own writing and publishing experiences and explains the most effective ways to find an agent, work with an editor, and grow a loyal audience.As irreverent as it is practical, How to Write a Dirty Story is the only book an erotica author -- novice or seasoned -- needs.