Vargas Llosa

Briefly traces the life of the Peruvian author, examines his major works of fiction, and assesses his place in modern literature

A four-skills approach to learning a foreign language utilizes a wide variety of activities and materials, clear grammar presentations, and effective tutorials and exercises, all designed to promote listening comprehension. (Language)

For business people & travelers, provides helpful advice on how to effectively communicate in a foreign language on the telephone

Conocer el nacimiento y la posterior evolución de la filosofía en el mundo heleno antes del advenimiento de Sócrates significa emprender un recorrido a veces intrincado pero siempre apasionante que se ve iluminado aquí con los amplios conocimientos históricos, filosóficos y filológicos de su autor, el prestigioso Olof Gigon. La admirable tarea exegética que Gigon desarrolla en esta obra nos permite disfrutar de una hilvanada evolución del pensamiento presocrático y contextualizar cada uno de los planteamientos filosóficos que se van sucediendo en la antigua Grecia. Remontándose en ...

This invaluable little book highlights the real mistakes that students make in the exam - and shows how to avoid them. Based on analysis of thousands of exam scripts, each unit targets a key problem area. Clear explanations and exercises help students to use the language accurately. Regular tests offer students a further opportunity to check and consolidate what they have learnt. * Highlights common mistakes that learners really make * Based on analysis of thousands of exam scripts * Short, snappy explanations focus on key problem areas * Includes exam-style exercises