Enciclopedia del idioma

A series of texts for secondary school students to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Includes information about the way of life of the Spanish and Latin American people.

Instructors, writers, translators & students alike, will find this dictionary of difficulties an exceptional tool of reference. Not only are complete & precise definitions furnished, but specific applications by topic, ie: literature, journalism, or other technical areas, are categorized & explained. These special features facilitate its use & make this a valuable source of information. Included in the 135 page appendix are a summary of basic Spanish grammar & a guide to verb conjugation, spelling, abbreviations & punctuation.

Class book and self-learning for students preparing to spend an Erasmus year in Spain. 14 units with balanced social-cultural and linguistic information. Complete with answers and audio CD. Suitable for class or self-learning.

A scholarly, analytical study of popular linguistics in Costa Rica, by noted UCR scholar. Includes social and psychological background, methodology of study, phonetics, grammar, lexicography, regional differences, and foreign influences.