Christopher J. Pountain - Böcker

El mundo hispanohablante en textos / Reading the Spanish-Speaking World es un libro de texto para estudiantes de español de nivel intermedio y avanzado. Recoge textos auténticos que acercarán al estudiante al mundo hispanohablante y le permitirán desarrollar su dominio de la lengua española y reflexionar críticamente sobre temas de actualidad.Cada capítulo gira en torno a un texto escrito por un autor contemporáneo. Las actividades fomentan la reflexión sobre el tema abordado, así como el desarrollo de las destrezas receptivas y de producción del estudiante, ampliando en el proceso su vocabulario y conocimientos gramaticales. El estudiante podrá observar y trabajar con diversos registros y estilos de escritura; a través de las actividades, se le invita a investigar y responder a temas políticos, culturales y sociales, muchos de los cuales son específicos al mundo hispanohablante. Se incluyen además un extenso glosario de palabras, así como explicaciones detalladas de aspectos gramaticales; estos recursos proporcionan un valioso material de referencia.Este es el libro ideal para cualquier curso de lengua española de niveles B2 y C1. Se puede usar dentro y fuera del aula.El mundo hispanohablante en textos / Reading the Spanish-Speaking World is a content-based textbook written in Spanish, which aims to develop command of the Spanish language and critical thinking skills through response to a series of texts originating from a number of different Spanish-speaking countries.The nineteen chapters, all including texts by contemporary authors, cover a range of themes of up-to-date interest. Users are encouraged to engage with these topical works through a selection of activities which will develop reading, writing and speaking skills together with a wider command of vocabulary and grammatical structures. Users will also learn about different styles and registers of writing and be able to respond to a variety of contemporary political, cultural and social issues, most of which are specific to the Spanish-speaking world. Additionally, the inclusion of an extensive word glossary and detailed explanations of grammatical points provides valuable reference material for users.This is the ideal textbook to accompany any course in Spanish language at B2 and C1 level, and can be used both within and outside the classroom.

El mundo hispanohablante en textos / Reading the Spanish-Speaking World es un libro de texto para estudiantes de español de nivel intermedio y avanzado. Recoge textos auténticos que acercarán al estudiante al mundo hispanohablante y le permitirán desarrollar su dominio de la lengua española y reflexionar críticamente sobre temas de actualidad.Cada capítulo gira en torno a un texto escrito por un autor contemporáneo. Las actividades fomentan la reflexión sobre el tema abordado, así como el desarrollo de las destrezas receptivas y de producción del estudiante, ampliando en el proceso su vocabulario y conocimientos gramaticales. El estudiante podrá observar y trabajar con diversos registros y estilos de escritura; a través de las actividades, se le invita a investigar y responder a temas políticos, culturales y sociales, muchos de los cuales son específicos al mundo hispanohablante. Se incluyen además un extenso glosario de palabras, así como explicaciones detalladas de aspectos gramaticales; estos recursos proporcionan un valioso material de referencia.Este es el libro ideal para cualquier curso de lengua española de niveles B2 y C1. Se puede usar dentro y fuera del aula.El mundo hispanohablante en textos / Reading the Spanish-Speaking World is a content-based textbook written in Spanish, which aims to develop command of the Spanish language and critical thinking skills through response to a series of texts originating from a number of different Spanish-speaking countries.The nineteen chapters, all including texts by contemporary authors, cover a range of themes of up-to-date interest. Users are encouraged to engage with these topical works through a selection of activities which will develop reading, writing and speaking skills together with a wider command of vocabulary and grammatical structures. Users will also learn about different styles and registers of writing and be able to respond to a variety of contemporary political, cultural and social issues, most of which are specific to the Spanish-speaking world. Additionally, the inclusion of an extensive word glossary and detailed explanations of grammatical points provides valuable reference material for users.This is the ideal textbook to accompany any course in Spanish language at B2 and C1 level, and can be used both within and outside the classroom.

This new edition of the bestselling Modern Spanish Grammar: A Practical Guide is an innovative reference guide to Spanish, combining traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume.The Grammar is divided into two parts. Part A covers traditional grammatical categories such as word order, nouns, verbs and adjectives. Part B is carefully organized around language functions and notions such as:* Giving and seeking information* Putting actions into context* Expressing likes, dislikes and preferencesWith a strong emphasis on contemporary usage, all grammar points and functions are richly illustrated with examples. Implementing feedback from users of the first edition of the grammar, this second edition now features:* More functional items* Clearer explanations and more accessible descriptors* Greater emphasis on areas of particular difficulty for learners of Spanish, such as tense usage, ser and estar and the reflective.This is the ideal reference grammar for learners of Spanish at all levels, from elementary to advanced. No prior knowledge of grammatical terminology is assumed and a glossary of grammatical terms is provided.

This new edition of the bestselling Modern Spanish Grammar: A Practical Guide is an innovative reference guide to Spanish, combining traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume.The Grammar is divided into two parts. Part A covers traditional grammatical categories such as word order, nouns, verbs and adjectives. Part B is carefully organized around language functions and notions such as:* Giving and seeking information* Putting actions into context* Expressing likes, dislikes and preferencesWith a strong emphasis on contemporary usage, all grammar points and functions are richly illustrated with examples. Implementing feedback from users of the first edition of the grammar, this second edition now features:* More functional items* Clearer explanations and more accessible descriptors* Greater emphasis on areas of particular difficulty for learners of Spanish, such as tense usage, ser and estar and the reflective.This is the ideal reference grammar for learners of Spanish at all levels, from elementary to advanced. No prior knowledge of grammatical terminology is assumed and a glossary of grammatical terms is provided.