Buried in information? Cross-eyed over technology? From the bottom of a pile of paper and discs, books, e-books, and scattered thumb drives comes a cry of hope: Make way for the librarians! They want to help. They're not selling a thing. And librarians know best how to beat a path through the googolplex sources of information available to us, writes Marilyn Johnson, whose previous book, The Dead Beat, breathed merry life into the obituary-writing profession.
This Book Is Overdue! is a romp through the ranks of information professionals and a revelation for readers burned out on the clich's and stereotyping of librarians. Blunt and obscenely funny bloggers spill their stories in this book, as do a tattooed, hard-partying children's librarian; a fresh-scrubbed Catholic couple who teach missionaries to use computers; a blue-haired radical who uses her smartphone to help guide street protestors; a plethora of voluptuous avatars and cybrarians; the quiet, law-abiding librarians gagged by the FBI; and a boxing archivist. These are just a few of the visionaries Johnson captures here'pragmatic idealists who fuse the tools of the digital age with their love for the written word and the enduring values of free speech, open access, and scout-badge-quality assistance to anyone in need.
Those who predicted the death of libraries forgot to consider that in the automated maze of contemporary life, none of us'neither the experts nor the hopelessly baffled'can get along without human help. And not just any help; we need librarians who won't charge us by the question or roll their eyes, no matter what we ask. Who are they? What do they know? And how quickly can they save us from being buried by the digital age?
This is a modern course for independent learning by listening, which quickly and effectively prepares you for going on holiday. The main aim of the course is to break down the barrier in speaking and to master the vocabulary required in various situations on holiday. The course was recorded by native speakers and it teaches the authentic language used in everyday conversations.
All the words and expressions have been recorded with their translations, which makes it easier to use the course and to master and consolidate the vocabulary. The new material in each lesson appears again in speaking exercises which test the mastery of the material. This is effective learning which is easy and accessible to everyone.
The course is available in the mp3 version and m4b version (iPod/iPhone audiobook).
Contents
Each lesson contains:
Listen - a dialogue introducing the subject of the lesson;
Repeat - the words and expressions necessary to conduct a conversation; repetition and consolidation of whole sentences and questions in various situations;
Speak - answers to questions and independent formation of sentences and questions in accordance with the teacher's instructions.
Course material:
1. At the airport
2. At the station
3. Travelling by car
4. Booking a room
5. At the reception
6. Renting a holiday apartment
7. Asking the way
8. Sightseeing
9. Holiday shopping
10. Eating out
11. Problems on holiday
12. At the doctor's
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Unser Kurs bietet nicht nur praktischen Nutzen, ihn zu absolvieren macht Spaß! Die Höflichkeit der Türken ist Poesie: 'Deine Hände (mit denen du das gute Essen bereitet hast) seien gesegnet'. So dankt man seinen Gastgebern. Dazu klingt das Türkische sehr angenehm. Der Grund dafür ist die Vokalharmonie. Die Vokale sind entweder nur hell oder nur dunkel. In 30 Lektionen wird Sprechen und Verstehen eingeübt, kompetente Prominenz von Özay Fecht über Cem Özdemir bis zu Erdal Keser geben Einblick in die türkische Kultur. Gesprächspartnerin ist Lilo von Plüskow, die Sie auf der Entdeckungsreise in das schöne Land der türkischen Sprache begleiten wird.
More useful tips to help achieve a more professional level of speech.
In 'Improve Your Speech - British English Level 2' we'll build on the techniques you learned in Improve Your Speech - British English level 1.
In Improve Your Speech - British English Level 2 we will help to take you even further, giving you helpful hints on how best to use your voice and tidy up your speech. You will discover the difference between 'doing a Dracula' and 'talking Chutney'. You will meet 'Pop' and 'Bob', two characters who will help you with the gentle D and aggressive T. We'll cover the knotty question of 'To Spit or Not to Spit' your Ts, and tackle even more common speech problems.
The way we speak can say as much about us as the clothes we wear, the car we drive, or even the newspapers and magazines we read. Used properly, speech can help us to achieve a greater level of success.
We live and work in a global market - but English is still regarded as the international language of business. Clear speech sends out the message 'I am in control' - inspiring confidence in those around you. Clear speech will help you to maximise your potential, making you a greater asset to your company and your profession.
'Improve Your Speech' is aimed primarily at those who have British English as their first language, but it is also useful for those with English as their second language.
Topics covered include:
• Bad vocal habits and how to correct them
• The importance of consonants
• Giving value to the vowel
• Doing a 'Dracula'
• Developing fluency
Collins, the world's foremost language learning publisher, introduces a fun way for kids to learn Spanish. Our Spanish Club audio is packed with songs, rhymes, jokes and tongue twisters designed to be engaging, memorable and enjoyable. Children as young as 3 and as old as 12 will enjoy singing along to the catchy rhythms of Spanish Club.Learning language from a young age should be a fun, stress-free activity. By listening and joining in as native speaking Spanish children have fun in Spanish, your child will be learning without even realising it. Topics such as animals, colours and the days of the week are all covered, and specially-designed tongue twisters help to ensure that the pronunciation of some of the trickier aspects of Spanish pronunciation prove to be no obstacle at all.Download the free accompanying full-colour, illustrated transcript to assist you and your child as you learn.
Collins, the world's foremost language learning publisher, introduces a fun way for kids to learn French. Our French Club audio is packed with songs, rhymes, jokes and tongue twisters designed to be engaging, memorable and enjoyable. Children as young as 3 and as old as 12 will enjoy singing along to the catchy rhythms of French Club.Learning language from a young age should be a fun, stress-free activity. By listening and joining in as native speaking French children have fun in French, your child will be learning without even realising it. Topics such as animals, colours and the days of the week are all covered, and specially-designed tongue twisters help to ensure that the pronunciation of some of the trickier aspects of French pronunciation prove to be no obstacle at all.Download the free accompanying full-colour, illustrated transcript to assist you and your child as you learn.
With so many Bible translations available today, how can you find those that will be most useful to you? What is the difference between a translation that calls itself 'literal' and one that is more 'meaning-based'? And what difference does it make for you as a reader of God's Word?
How to Choose a Translation for All Its Worth brings clarity and insight to the current debate over translations and translation theories. Written by two seasoned Bible translators, here is an authoritative guide through the maze of translations issues, written in language that everyday Bible readers can understand.
Learn the truth about both the word-for-word and meaning-for-meaning translations approaches. Find out what goes into the whole process of translation, and what makes a translation accurate and reliable. Discover the strengths and potential weaknesses of different contemporary English Bible versions. In the midst of the present confusion over translations, this authoritative book speaks with an objective, fair-minded, and reassuring voice to help pastors, everyday Bible readers, and students make wise, well-informed choices about which Bible translations they can depend on and which will best meet their needs.
Brenda Peterson has discovered writing a memoir as a powerful tool for uncovering elements of your psyche that may have eluded every other attempt at self-examination. It forces you to see your life from an entirely different perspective.
¡Escúchelo hoy ~ Úselo hoy!
Aprenda Palabras y Frases Rápidamente y Fácilmente que son Esenciales para Comunicarse en en Todos los Aspectos de Su Vida.
¡Supérese! Usted y su familia tendrán una vida mejor si se supera con los programas de “Inglés en el Trabajo”. Ahora puede aprender fácilmente palabras y frases esenciales en inglés para mejorar de forma inmediata la comunicación en el trabajo, en la escuela, en el consultorio del doctor, en el banco, etc. Navegue fácilmente entre las lecciones para aprender a través de la repetición. No conocimiento de inglés es requerido. Aprenda frases cortas y sencillas para aprender rápido y fácilmente.
Lecciones:
El Barrio
La Tienda
El Banco
La Oficina del Doctor
La Farmacia
La Escuela
El Trabajo
La Oficina de Correos
Emergencias
Incluye:
400+ palabras y frases
aprox. 60 minutos
Los programas de KAMMS fueron creados por Stacey Kammerman y su equipo de lingüistas y expertos en adquisición de lenguas. Sus licenciaturas incluyen: grados en lengua Española, en lengua Inglesa, estudios Culturales Latino-Americanos, certificaciones de Enseñanza de Lenguas, certificaciones en Traducción y una gran experiencia trabajando con escuelas y asesorando a negocios, varias industrias y agencias gubernamentales.
“¡Le deseo mucho éxito!” Stacey Kammerman
¡Escúchelo hoy ~ Úselo hoy! Aprenda Palabras y Frases Rápidamente y Fácilmente que son Esenciales para Comunicarse en el Trabajo de Atención al Cliente para el Área del Comercio Minorista. ¡Supérese! Mejore en su trabajo y tenga éxito en su vida. Encuentre un mejor trabajo o supérese donde está trabajando. Usted y su familia tendrán una vida mejor si se supera con los programas de “Inglés en el Trabajo”. Navegue fácilmente entre las lecciones para aprender a través de la repetición. Por tanto, lleve con usted este programa cuando sale a correr, en su viaje, o simplemente en su tiempo libre, y comuníquese correctamente en inglés en todos los aspectos de su trabajo. No conocimiento de inglés es requerido. Aprenda frases cortas y sencillas para aprender rápido y fácilmente para su trabajo. Lecciones: Saludos y Despedidas Preguntas para Los Clientes Lo Que los Clientes Podrían Decir Complaciendo al Cliente Quejas de los Clientes Los Imprevistos Conversaciones Telefónicas Diálogos Relacionados con Atención al Cliente Incluye: 400+ palabras y frases aprox. 60 minutos Los programas de KAMMS fueron creados por Stacey Kammerman y su equipo de lingüistas y expertos en adquisición de lenguas. Sus licenciaturas incluyen: grados en lengua Española, en lengua Inglesa, estudios Culturales Latino-Americanos, certificaciones de Enseñanza de Lenguas, certificaciones en Traducción y una gran experiencia trabajando con escuelas y asesorando a negocios, varias industrias y agencias gubernamentales.
“¡Le deseo mucho éxito!” Stacey Kammerman
Miss Mary Morstan has a strange story to tell. Since her father disappeared, she has received a large pearl through the post on the same day, every year for six years. Who is sending them? And what about her father's paper with the words 'The Sign of Four' written on it?
Zoe Baker works in a bookstore. She also likes acting, and she has a part in the play Romeo and Juliet. Mike Morrison writes about the play for the newspaper. What does he write about Zoe? Is Zoe a good actress... or is she just 'a pretty face'? What does Zoe think when she reads the newspaper? What does she do?
