Author: Naoya Fujita
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028641799
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
Provides an introduction to the language and culture of Japan, covering pronunciation, grammar rules, kanas, and vocabulary words, and offers advice for travelers.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Conversational Japanese
Author: Naoya Fujita
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028641799
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
Provides an introduction to the language and culture of Japan, covering pronunciation, grammar rules, kanas, and vocabulary words, and offers advice for travelers.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028641799
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
Provides an introduction to the language and culture of Japan, covering pronunciation, grammar rules, kanas, and vocabulary words, and offers advice for travelers.
Japanese For Dummies
Author: Eriko Sato
Publisher: For Dummies
ISBN: 9780764554292
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Japanese is a wonderful language, very different from European languages. It is also the gateway to the rich culture of the exciting and complex island nation of Japan. Some people get intimidated by the prospect of speaking Japanese—worried that it’s just too complex and different—but these fears are unfounded. While you can devote a lifetime to the study of this or any language, picking up the basics of Japanese doesn’t require any more than an interest and a willingness to try something new. Japanese For Dummies has everything you need to get off the ground with speaking the language. Author and Professor of Japanese Eriko Sato starts you off with the essentials of grammar and pronunciation, giving you a working sense of the language, before showing you Japanese in action. You’ll then explore vocabulary and expressions through dialogues taking place in situations such as: Introductions and greetings Eating and drink ing Shopping Exploring the town Talking on the telephone Asking directions Getting around Staying at a hotel You’ll also discover social customs, formalities, and manners, from how and when to bow to how to unwrap a present. Whether you simply want to introduce yourself to the Japanese language, say a few words to a neighbor or coworker, or you’re planning a major trip or study abroad in Japan, Japanese For Dummies will enable you to get the basics fast and work towards your own goal at your own pace. You’ll also find out about: How to use karaoke to help you learn Japanese Movies that will introduce you to Japanese culture and language Learning Japanese the “gourmet” way When ignoring “no, thank you” shows good manners Proper table manners Proper body language How to sound fluent And much more! With helpful vocabulary summaries, a mini-dictionary at the end, and an audio CD full of conversations and pronunciations, Japanese For Dummies assumes no prior knowledge of Japanese on your part—providing the perfect guide for a quick-but-thorough, lighthearted-but-not-lightweight introduction to the language.
Publisher: For Dummies
ISBN: 9780764554292
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Japanese is a wonderful language, very different from European languages. It is also the gateway to the rich culture of the exciting and complex island nation of Japan. Some people get intimidated by the prospect of speaking Japanese—worried that it’s just too complex and different—but these fears are unfounded. While you can devote a lifetime to the study of this or any language, picking up the basics of Japanese doesn’t require any more than an interest and a willingness to try something new. Japanese For Dummies has everything you need to get off the ground with speaking the language. Author and Professor of Japanese Eriko Sato starts you off with the essentials of grammar and pronunciation, giving you a working sense of the language, before showing you Japanese in action. You’ll then explore vocabulary and expressions through dialogues taking place in situations such as: Introductions and greetings Eating and drink ing Shopping Exploring the town Talking on the telephone Asking directions Getting around Staying at a hotel You’ll also discover social customs, formalities, and manners, from how and when to bow to how to unwrap a present. Whether you simply want to introduce yourself to the Japanese language, say a few words to a neighbor or coworker, or you’re planning a major trip or study abroad in Japan, Japanese For Dummies will enable you to get the basics fast and work towards your own goal at your own pace. You’ll also find out about: How to use karaoke to help you learn Japanese Movies that will introduce you to Japanese culture and language Learning Japanese the “gourmet” way When ignoring “no, thank you” shows good manners Proper table manners Proper body language How to sound fluent And much more! With helpful vocabulary summaries, a mini-dictionary at the end, and an audio CD full of conversations and pronunciations, Japanese For Dummies assumes no prior knowledge of Japanese on your part—providing the perfect guide for a quick-but-thorough, lighthearted-but-not-lightweight introduction to the language.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to World War II
Author: Mitchell Geoffrey Bard
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780028627359
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 409
Book Description
Explains the war's causes, recounts its major battles, and details the Holocaust, with the help of maps, photographs, short biographies, and a chronology
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780028627359
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 409
Book Description
Explains the war's causes, recounts its major battles, and details the Holocaust, with the help of maps, photographs, short biographies, and a chronology
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Modern China
Author: Vanessa Lide Whitcomb
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028643861
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
This work provides an informative guide to the roots of modern China. It also looks at the key challenges and opportunities that face China in the 21st century.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028643861
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
This work provides an informative guide to the roots of modern China. It also looks at the key challenges and opportunities that face China in the 21st century.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Speed Reading
Author: Abby Marks Beale
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592577781
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Presents strategies and techniques designed to increase reading speed, and improve comprehension and retention of a variety of reading materials.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592577781
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Presents strategies and techniques designed to increase reading speed, and improve comprehension and retention of a variety of reading materials.
Dutch For Dummies
Author: Margreet Kwakernaak
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 047051986X
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 407
Book Description
Dutch is spoken by 23 million people, mainly in the Netherlands and Belgium, and is an official EU language. For English speakers, written Dutch can be fairly straightforward to pick up, although the pronunciation can be more of a challenge. This simple guidebook and its downloadable content cover Dutch grammar, pronunciation and everyday phrases, making this vibrant language more accessible to English speakers – whether you're just visiting or planning to stay on a long-term basis. Dutch For Dummies is the essential guide for everyone from students and holidaymakers, to those wanting to speak Dutch for business purposes. From numbers and vocabulary to greetings, popular expressions and proper etiquette, this clear, easy-to-follow guide will have you speaking Dutch like a native in no time. Dutch For Dummies includes: Downloadable content to assist learning Introductory grammar and vocabulary Meeting and getting to know people Dining out, shopping, leisure time and the workplace Dealing with emergencies Tips on how to pick up Dutch quickly Note: Downloadable files are available to download when buying the eBook version
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 047051986X
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 407
Book Description
Dutch is spoken by 23 million people, mainly in the Netherlands and Belgium, and is an official EU language. For English speakers, written Dutch can be fairly straightforward to pick up, although the pronunciation can be more of a challenge. This simple guidebook and its downloadable content cover Dutch grammar, pronunciation and everyday phrases, making this vibrant language more accessible to English speakers – whether you're just visiting or planning to stay on a long-term basis. Dutch For Dummies is the essential guide for everyone from students and holidaymakers, to those wanting to speak Dutch for business purposes. From numbers and vocabulary to greetings, popular expressions and proper etiquette, this clear, easy-to-follow guide will have you speaking Dutch like a native in no time. Dutch For Dummies includes: Downloadable content to assist learning Introductory grammar and vocabulary Meeting and getting to know people Dining out, shopping, leisure time and the workplace Dealing with emergencies Tips on how to pick up Dutch quickly Note: Downloadable files are available to download when buying the eBook version
The Complete Idiot's Guide to European History, 2nd Edition
Author: Nathan Barber
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101558563
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 602
Book Description
• Fascinating, fact-filled writing that delivers hundreds of years in the life of the European continent • Terrific supplementary reading for AP History students
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101558563
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 602
Book Description
• Fascinating, fact-filled writing that delivers hundreds of years in the life of the European continent • Terrific supplementary reading for AP History students
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Alchemy
Author: Dennis William Hauck
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440636125
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
More than magic... Where else can one combine chemistry and philosophy to turn base metal into gold while discovering a magical elixir to prolong life? Here's a simple and straightforward guide to alchemy that explains its basic principles. Written by one of the world's few practicing alchemists, it's a concise reference guide that provides easy-to-follow information so that anybody can be a wizard-in-training.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440636125
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
More than magic... Where else can one combine chemistry and philosophy to turn base metal into gold while discovering a magical elixir to prolong life? Here's a simple and straightforward guide to alchemy that explains its basic principles. Written by one of the world's few practicing alchemists, it's a concise reference guide that provides easy-to-follow information so that anybody can be a wizard-in-training.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Microbiology
Author: Jeffrey J. Byrd Ph.D.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440696748
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Small creatures of great importance. Microbiology, the branch of biology that studies microorganisms and their effects on humans, is a key part of medical training curriculum. Written by a top professor of microbiology and an experienced science writer, this book is a basic microbiology course that can be understood by anyone, including medical students, professionals wanting to bone up on the subject, and laypersons wanting to know about the topic. • Includes coverage on microbes and their relationship with each other, the body’s immune system, infectious diseases, biotechnology, and bioterrorism
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440696748
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Small creatures of great importance. Microbiology, the branch of biology that studies microorganisms and their effects on humans, is a key part of medical training curriculum. Written by a top professor of microbiology and an experienced science writer, this book is a basic microbiology course that can be understood by anyone, including medical students, professionals wanting to bone up on the subject, and laypersons wanting to know about the topic. • Includes coverage on microbes and their relationship with each other, the body’s immune system, infectious diseases, biotechnology, and bioterrorism
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Music Composition
Author: Michael Miller
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1615644725
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
Write the songs that make the whole world sing. A step-by-step guide to writing music, this book shows musicians how to compose simple chord progressions and melodies, and leads them through more advanced compositional techniques and musical forms. Designed for composers of all types of music, it includes instruction on composing stand-alone melodies, using different scales and modes, themes and variations, orchestration, and composing for film, theater, and videogames. -Perfect complement to The Complete Idiot's Guide to Music Theory and The Complete Idiot's Guide to Songwriting -Includes a comprehensive glossary of musical terms, as well as an appendix of various computer-based composition tools -Easy-to-use oversize trim
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1615644725
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
Write the songs that make the whole world sing. A step-by-step guide to writing music, this book shows musicians how to compose simple chord progressions and melodies, and leads them through more advanced compositional techniques and musical forms. Designed for composers of all types of music, it includes instruction on composing stand-alone melodies, using different scales and modes, themes and variations, orchestration, and composing for film, theater, and videogames. -Perfect complement to The Complete Idiot's Guide to Music Theory and The Complete Idiot's Guide to Songwriting -Includes a comprehensive glossary of musical terms, as well as an appendix of various computer-based composition tools -Easy-to-use oversize trim