Language Linguistics

Though we're known as a nation of English speakers, the linguistic map of the United States is hardly monochromatic. While much ado has been made about the role that Spanish may play in our national future, it would be a gross misrepresentation to label America a bilingual country. On the contrary, our languages are as varied as our origins. There is Basque in Nevada, Arabic in Detroit, Gullah in South Carolina. We speak European, Asian, and American Indian languages; we speak creoles, jargons, and pidgins.

In Don't Believe a Word trained linguist David Shariatmadari takes us on a mind-boggling journey through the science of language, urging us to abandon our dearly held beliefs in a bid to uncover the (far more interesting) truth about what we do with words. Exploding nine widely held myths about language while introducing us to some of the fundamental insights of modern linguistics, with David Shariatmadari as our energetic guide we can marvel at the beauty and quirkiness of humanity's greatest achievement.

Do you find Italian grammar hard to digest and boring? You’re not alone. Did you know that grammar is the number one obstacle most new students struggle with, when learning Italian? Italian grammar is the complete opposite to English, and the hardest part is trying to adapt. This audiobook is designed to make Italian grammar easier to digest than baby food. No boring linguistic jargon that you will hardly ever use, or overly complex explanations. Instead a shortcut way to learning grammar that you wish teachers taught you.

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Have You Eaten Grandma? written and read by Gyles Brandreth. It can be much harder than it seems; commas, colons, semicolons and even apostrophes can drive us all mad at times, but it riles no one more than the longest-serving resident of Countdown's Dictionary Corner, grammar guru Gyles Brandreth. In this brilliantly funny tirade and guide, Gyles anatomises the linguistic horrors of our times, tells us where we've been going wrong (and why) and shows us how, in future, we can get it right every time.

It first surfaced in the gripes of GIs during World War II and was captured early on by the typewriter of a young Norman Mailer. Within a generation it had become a basic notion of our everyday moral life, replacing older reproaches like lout and heel with a single inclusive category. We have conflicting attitudes about the A-word, but considering how much the word does for us, and to us, it hasn't gotten nearly the attention it deserves - at least until now.

Words to Eat By explores the remarkable stories behind five of our most basic food words, words which reveal fascinating aspects of the evolution of the English language and our powerful associations with certain foods. Using sources that vary from Roman histories and early translations of the Bible to Julia Child's recipes and Frank Bruni's restaurant reviews, Ina Lipkowitz shows how saturated with French and Italian names the English culinary vocabulary is, "from a la carte to zabaglione."

In this brilliant two-in-one collection, you’ll delve into the secret art of manipulation, unveiling how you can learn to become an expert speed reader and identify body language cues with ease. Drawing on the latest scientific and psychological insights, you’ll gain a deep understanding of persuasion, NLP, and mind control.

Manipulation is a powerful tool, and it's only becoming more prevalent in our modern world. That's why it's important to learn how to protect yourself from manipulation and understand the techniques that manipulators use. With this audiobook, you'll learn how to analyze people, read their body language, and use NLP and hypnosis to get inside their minds. You'll also learn how to protect yourself from emotional influence and mind control! Once you've learned these skills, you'll be able to spot manipulation attempts from a mile away—and avoid them with ease.

Get By in Portuguese is devised specifically for travellers. The 70-minute download will help you to get to grips with the basics of spoken Portuguese, and introduces the most relevant language you'll hear when you're there. Listen to the audio a couple of times to practise the key phrases and vocabulary, and familiarise yourself with Portuguese pronunciation.

Dark psychology studies the parts of ourselves that none of us wants to recognize. Dark psychology tactics are used by people around us every day to manipulate, coerce, and influence us to get what they want. The ability to make others do things as you say and accepting your terms without questioning you, is one of the most valuable skills you'll ever develop. This bundle opens the doors to the most well-kept secrets of our brain and way of thinking.

Do you want to know the techniques of dark psychology, NLP, and photographic memory? This collection will literally change your entire life! Do you want to know more? Buy this audiobook and change your way of thinking! You will thank yourself later for choosing to listen to this audiobook. Start today.

¿Quiere descubrir los secretos de la persuasión, el control mental, el lenguaje corporal y la psicología humana, que las personas con rasgos de tríada oscura utilizan para influir en los demás? Con esta práctica guía, aprenderá a fortalecer su defensa contra la manipulación mental y psicológica. Los poderosos consejos y técnicas de este libro serán todo lo que necesite para dominar el arte de identificarse y protegerse de individuos egoístas y manipuladores.

Sabe usted, ser capaz de leer a la gente y detener su manipulación encubierta no tiene por qué ser difícil. incluso si usted no tiene ninguna experiencia previa con la psicología o el lenguaje corporal de hecho, es más fácil de lo que piensa. que significa que puede conseguir aprender a analizar y detectar la manipulación personas con psicología oscuro y sin personas que utilizan la psicología oscura contra usted.

Many people believe that the world is full of manipulation, especially when looking for ways to achieve many things in life. However, to understand this more significantly and precisely, even if you're not sure how to proceed, Dark Psychology, Body Language, NLP is the right audiobook to listen. You'll learn a lot about human psychology and how to recognize hidden manipulation. This audiobook also talks about how to analyze body language which is a key factor in identifying manipulators.

In this audiobook, Allen Young, the transhumanistic Asian-American man, specifies how the psychological human linguistic capabilities should be used in advancing linguistic artificial intelligence.

Being able to make small talk can make a huge difference when it comes to that promotion you want. Healthy self-expression and straightforward communication can save your romantic relationships. There’s not one aspect of life that can’t be improved with better communication skills. The same goes for critical thinking.

La psicología siempre se ha usado para la manipulación, aunque ha habido un intento de ocultar cómo, este audiolibro revela los secretos más prohibidos. Si aplicas el contenido de este libro podrás influir en los demás hasta niveles que no crees posible. Esta obra es la biblia de la manipulación porque incluye TODOS los conocimientos científicos que existen hoy sobre el tema.

When a handsome young man begins to court Catherine Sloper, she feels she is very lucky. She is a quiet, gentle girl, but neither beautiful nor clever; no one had ever admired her before, or come to the front parlour of her home in Washington Square to whisper soft words of love to her. But in New York in the 1840s young ladies are not free to marry where they please. Catherine must have her father’s permission, and Dr Sloper is a rich man.

Kevin R. Knight's groundbreaking book, Creating Leadership “Ways of Being” in L2 Learners for International Business Careers and Social Good, explores the dynamic intersection of language education and leadership development. With a unique blend of theoretical insights and practical applications, Knight demonstrates how English language teachers can cultivate leadership qualities in their students, preparing them for impactful careers in international business. The book draws on a wide array of case studies and real-life examples, making it an invaluable resource for educators looking ...

Have you ever wondered how a babbling baby transforms into a master of words? In this engaging and accessible exploration of language acquisition, we dive into the revolutionary ideas of Noam Chomsky. His theory of a Language Acquisition Device (LAD) and Universal Grammar suggests that humans are born with an innate blueprint for understanding language. This book unpacks Chomsky's groundbreaking concepts, examining milestones in child language development, the fascinating rise of creole languages, and debates surrounding the "nature vs. nurture" question. Discover how neuroscience is ...