This new thoroughly revised edition of the acclaimed Cambridge Encyclopedia of Language incorporates the major developments in language study which have taken place since the mid 1990s. Two main new areas have been added: the rise of electronic communication in all its current forms from email to texting & the crisis affecting the worlds languages of which half are thought to be so seriously endangered that they will die out this century. * All language statistics have been updated & additional information provided about their linguistic affiliation * All topics involving technology have been revised to take account of recent developments notably in phonetics language disability & computing * Maps have been revised to include new countries or country names * Special attention has been paid to fast-moving areas such as language teaching & learning * The text design has been completely updated with many new illustrations throughout ...

The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language is one of the publishing phenomena of recent times. Rarely has a book so packed with accurate & well researched factual information been so widely read & popularly acclaimed. It has played a key role in the spread of general interest in language matters generating further publications & broadcasting events for an avid audience. Its First Edition appeared in hardback in 1995 & a revised paperback in 1997. There have been numerous subsequent updated reprintings; but this Second Edition now presents an overhaul of the subject for a new generation of language-lovers & of teachers students & professional English-users concerned with their own linguistic legacy. The length of the book has been extended & there are 44 new illustrations extensive new material on world English & Internet English & a complete updating of statistics further reading suggestions & other references. ...

Four past exam papers for Cambridge English Advanced also known as Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE). This collection of past examination papers provides the most authentic exam preparation available. They allow candidates to familiarise themselves with the content & format of the examination & to practise useful examination techniques. This pack contains the Students Book with answers & Audio CDs. The Students Book with answers contains a clear explanation of marking & grading authentic sample answers transcripts & frameworks to help with thorough preparation for the Speaking test. The CDs contain the exam Listening material. The Audio CDs & Students Book with or without answers are also available separately. ...

Cambridge English for Nursing Intermediate Plus is designed to improve the communication skills & specialist English language knowledge of healthcare professionals enabling them to work more confidently & effectively. With an emphasis on listening & speaking the course covers the core areas of nursing with authentic tasks & activities based on everyday scenarios making the course relevant & motivating. The Student's Book contains two audio CDs & the course is backed-up by a wealth of online activities helping keep nurses up-to-date & confident in their working environment. ...

Cambridge English Proficiency 1 for updated exam (commencing March 2013) contains four complete & authentic examination papers ...

A four-level skills series for adults & young adults Learners can develop the skills they need to use English confidently wherever they are
- at home at work travelling studying or just in social situations with English-speaking friends. This edition comes with answers & audio CD.
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Covers all the new task types for the revised 2013 exam Online Skills & Language Practice pack Strong focus on contextualised grammar & vocabulary Writing guide with writing improvement tasks Over 150 skills-training exam-practice vocabulary & grammar exercises to do online Grammar reference section by expert George Yule ...

A small low-level monolingual English dictionary for beginners & pre-intermediate learners of English. Using a learner's dictionary for the first time can be daunting but the Cambridge Essential English Dictionary makes that first step easier for learners with short definitions that are easy to understand & lots of example sentences to put the language into context. Mapped to a ground-breaking research programme English Profile this brand new edition of the Cambridge Essential English Dictionary now clearly marks essential vocabulary that students need to know at A1-B1 levels & helps students successfully prioritise learning. Ideal for KET PET & Starters Movers & Flyers Tests preparation. ...

A dynamic new course combining classbook CD-ROM & online components to offer flexible time saving & supportive materials. Cambridge Essentials Mathematics Extension 8 Pupil Book is aimed at National Curriculum Levels 5-7. The book gives a map for the pupil & teacher of how to cover all aspects of the topic whilst focussing on delivering exercises with strong progression. The pupil CD-ROM replicates the book page with buttons acting as links to prior knowledge keywords & explanations. Functional Maths questions are included at National Curriculum Level 6. ...

A dynamic new course combining classbook CD-ROM & online components to offer flexible time saving & supportive materials. Cambridge Essentials Mathematics Extension 9 Pupil Book is aimed at National Curriculum Levels 6-8. The book gives a map for the pupil & teacher of how to cover all aspects of the topic whilst focussing on delivering exercises with strong progression. The pupil CD-ROM replicates the book page with buttons acting as links to prior knowledge keywords & explanations. Functional Maths questions are also included. ...