The latest edition of a classic Latin textbook offers students forty concise chapters with thorough explanation of Latin grammar and readings, self-tutorial exercises with answer keys, an extensive dictionary of vocabulary, a selection of original Latin readings, etymological aids, and cultural, literary, historical, and mythological maps and backg

Presents an introduction to Old English language and literature. This title provides a range of helpful pedagogical tools: a map of Anglo-Saxon England, notes, a glossary, and a general introduction to Anglo-Saxon studies. It contains a special 'How to Use this Guide' section, to aid both self-study and classroom use.

Half the world's languages are threatened with extinction. This work looks at questions such as: What ways of looking at the world will die along with them, what cultural riches, what experiences, histories and memories? And how does it feel to be one of the last remaining speakers of a languages that is on its way to extinction?

Examining the mother tongue, this book explores the countless varieties of English and the perils of marketing brands with names like Pschitt and Super Piss. It also contains sections on the oddities of swearing and spelling, spoonerisms and Scrabble, and a consideration of what we mean by 'good English'.

Greek New Testament

Now with bonus CD ROM. Sixth edition.

An unusual and authoritative 'natural history of languages' that narrates the ways in which one language has superseded or outlasted another at different times in history.

A course for 'busy' students who want to learn natural spoken Japanese. This series is prepared by a working group of experienced Japanese language instructors who reviewed and tested the material in a classroom environment.

Presents a comprehensive introduction of original Latin at an early level, suitable to beginners and those with some previous knowledge of the language. This book contains a comprehensive section on the pronunciation of Latin and a glossary of grammatical terms which gives explanations of all the terms used in the book.

Now with bonus CD ROM. Sixth edition.

Presenting 501 verbs in German, this book includes common idioms with example sentences to demonstrate verb usage and grammar reviews.

The Collins Gem Latin Dictionary offers the learner of Latin extensive coverage of Latin and English in a compact, portable format.

A guide to perfect punctuation for those who care about precise writing.

Taken from the QED series of teach-yourself Latin articles, this book aims to give its readers a basic knowledge of Latin in a short space of time. It covers just enough to give a basic understanding of the ancient language at the heart of many modern European languages.

Presenting 501 common verbs in Latin, this book includes common idioms with example sentences to demonstrate verb usage and grammar reviews.

A complete revised update, in full colour, of the most successful general study of language ever published.

A guide to the languages of the world; includes information on over 600 languages.

This double CD provides listening material which accompanies the book, Teach Yourself Gaelic (978 0 340 86667 2). The book and CDs are also available as a pack (978 0 340 90625 5).