How much do you know about the Etruscans? Many people, even those who are fascinated by ancient history, are less familiar with this intriguing culture than with the history of Greece and Rome—but the story of the Etruscans is equally captivating and far more important than you may have known. This ancient civilization prospered in the region of modern-day Tuscany, maintaining extensive trade networks, building impressive fortified cities, making exquisite art, and creating a culture that, while deeply connected to the Greeks and Romans, had striking contrasts.
The Economist is a global weekly magazine written for those who share an uncommon interest in being well and broadly informed. Each issue explores the close links between domestic and international issues, business, politics, finance, current affairs, science, technology and the arts.
Вы не выучили язык в школе или институте? Не стоит переживать и думать, что вы к этому неспособны, вы и не могли по-настоящему его там выучить. Ведь там предлагают только начальные знания. Идеально научиться говорить на иностранном языке вы могли, только если прошли школу разведки. Ведь от того, как разведчик говорит на языке чужой страны, зависит его успех! Вам достаточно прослушать эту книгу и уделить немного времени занятиям и вы с легкостью сможете отправиться за границу.
VOA: English in a Minute (Mar/Apr 2016 - 9 Episodes)
Looking for ways to improve your listening skills and learn English idioms? Check out Voice of America's English in a Minute and listen to brief Video Clips that explain American English colloquialisms.
Reading Starter New Edition is a three-book reading series designed for young, beginning EFL students. To capture and maintain the interest of young learners, each book in the series contains a variety of reading forms including fictional stories, letters, diary entries, charts and graphs, newspaper articles, and more. In addition, each reading passage is accompanied by a variety of exercises designed to practice all four language skills.
