The series that develops communication skills by focussing on what language to use and how to sound natural. Each lesson follows a clear, easy to follow format that provides students with plenty of opportunities to listen to natural English and practise in pairs and groups. A Conversation Strategy section in every unit gets students to notice features of spoken English employed by English speakers in conversation, before practising it themselves. SB and TB added
This book argues that a basic grasp of philosophy and logic can produce written and spoken material that is both grammatically correct and powerful. The author analyses errors in grammar, word choice, phrasing and sentences that even the finest writers can fail to notice; concentrating on subtle missteps and errors that can make the difference between good and excellent prose.
44 Overused Words & Phrases To Be Aware Of (Infographic)
ake our list of overused words and phrases as a reminder to use them less often, or stop using them altogether; Because sometimes, the words we say don’t mean much. This infographic highlights 44 such terms, so nondescript and ubiquitous that many barely even notice their meaningless existence.
Saudi Arabia and Iran have broken off diplomatic relations. In this issue we explain why these two Middle Eastern countries are rivals and what effect this may have on other events in the region. The Indian prime minister has undertaken some 'birthday diplomacy', information about Vichy France has finally been declassified and the existence of four new elements confirmed. The Earth's perihelion has just passed. Did you notice it? We attempt to explain what it is and how it changes.
On holiday in Lyme Regis, Chief Inspector Morse has decided to go without newspapers. But in the hotel he finds himself seated opposite a woman reading her paper, and Morse cannot help but notice an intriguing headline. Winner of the Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger Award.
