English Language

Language: The Basics provides a concise, plain language introduction to the study of language. The new edition of this classic text by R. L. Trask has been revised and completely rewritten to bring it up to date. Written in an engaging and entertaining style, this book features: new chapters on...

In this Very Short Introduction, Simon Horobin investigates how we have arrived at the English we know today and celebrates the way new speakers and new uses mean that it continues to adapt. Engaging with contemporary concerns about correctness, Horobin considers whether such changes are improvements or evidence of slipping standards.  

Revolutionize your daily routines by transforming them into engaging French language learning sessions without any additional time commitment. This cutting-edge guide is crafted for those looking to seamlessly blend French mastery into their daily lives, making use of typically underutilized moments. Whether you're tackling the daily drive or drifting into the night’s quiet, this book provides the tools to absorb and retain French efficiently.

Satender Singh was born in Bhiwani, a small town located in southwest Haryana. He has become one of the most followed teacher in Spoken English on social media. His channel has crossed 3 million subscribers on YouTube. He is also active on Instagram, Facebook and conducts live classes on his official app. He has also appeared on shows like JOSH TALKS, Podcasts with SANDEEP MAHESHWARI, ACHARYA.

Brought to you by Penguin. Adapted from Mother Tongue this stunningly illustrated book by Bill Bryson tells the story of English, from the first words ever spoken to the very first dictionaries. Perfect for ages 8 to 80! Every day, you do something incredible, and I bet you barely ever think...

"Simple French Stories for Complete Beginners" is an engaging collection of authentic, everyday French stories designed to help language learners master practical vocabulary and natural expressions. Written by Jules Martinelli for students at the A1-A2 level, these tales take listeners on a journey through modern French life, from Parisian cafés to Provençal markets.

Within this essay, Orwell criticises the 'ugly and inaccurate' written English of his time and examines the connection between political orthodoxies and the debasement of language. The essay focuses on political language, which, according to Orwell, 'is designed to make lies sound truthful and murder respectable, and to give an appearance of solidity to pure wind'. Bad English, he believed, was a vehicle for oppressive ideology.

Transform your daily routines into dynamic Japanese learning sessions without additional time investment. This innovative guide is designed for those eager to integrate Japanese mastery seamlessly into their lives, utilizing moments often underutilized. Whether you're navigating the daily commute or settling into night's silence, this book equips you with the tools to absorb and retain Japanese effectively.

Experience the unyielding truth of George Orwell, the 20th century’s premier political conscience. Listening to this essential essay collection offers a masterclass in critical thinking, serving as the ultimate antidote to modern spin, doublespeak, and manufactured narratives. Politics and the...

Dream Language explains the prophetic power of dreams, revelations, and the spirit of wisdom. After centuries of neglect, the Church is rediscovering the realm of dreams and visions as a legitimate avenue for receiving divine revelations.

Have you ever wished you could peer into someone's mind to find out what he or she is really thinking? Now you can...really. You Can Read Anyone explains, step-by-step, exactly how to tell what someone is thinking and feeling in real-life situations. It contains specific, proven psychological techniques that can be applied instantly to any person in just about any situation.

Ever walk away from a conversation and think, "Great. The perfect response arrived three hours too late"? If small talk feels like an endurance sport, networking makes you want to hide behind a houseplant, or you want to feel more confident around people, Social Skills: The Essential Guide to Communication, Assertiveness, Charisma & Body Language gives you a practical way forward.

Practical, fun and effective. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Italian fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been...

Transform your daily routines into dynamic Korean learning sessions without extra time commitment. This innovative guide is designed for those looking to effortlessly integrate Korean mastery into their daily lives by leveraging typically underutilized moments. Whether you are navigating through your daily commute or settling into the evenings calm, this book equips you with the tools to effectively absorb and retain Korean.

Learn Italian naturally through 23 short, everyday stories — a lost phone at a bus stop, a missing cake, a rained-out picnic, a first day at the gym. Each story plays first in Italian, then in English, then once more in Italian, so you check your understanding on the first pass and catch more...

Simple ideas, lasting love. Between busy schedules and long days, expressing love can fall by the wayside. We forget to compliment, to give gifts “just because,” to linger in an embrace. The things that say “I love you” seem to either not get said or not get through. This is an audio...

This collection of simple stories helps you learn Mandarin Chinese in context. Each short story focuses on everyday vocabulary and situations, and is paired with its full English translation so you can follow along with ease. The audiobook is structured so that each story is read first in Mandarin Chinese, allowing you to listen and absorb the natural rhythm and pronunciation of the language. The English translation is then read immediately after, giving you a clear understanding of the meaning and vocabulary.

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn Thai With Pimsleur you’ll become conversational in Thai — to understand and be understood — quickly and effectively. You’ll learn vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation together through conversation. And our scientifically proven program will help you...

While most apps just teach you words, Learn Japanese Bundle: The Complete Beginner to Advanced Course (Levels 1-5) teaches Japanese through useful, everyday conversations so you can have those same conversations in fluent Japanese.

We have compiled more than 100 French stories for beginners along with their translations, allowing new French speakers to have the necessary tools to begin studying how to set a meeting, rent a car, or tell a doctor they don’t feel well! We’re not wasting time here with conversations that don’t go anywhere: If you want to know how to solve problems (while learning a ton of French along the way, obviously), this audiobook is for you!