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Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III was an awesome sword-fighter, a dragon-whisperer and the greatest Viking Hero who ever lived. But it wasn't always like that. Hiccup's memoirs look back to when Hiccup was just an ordinary boy, and finding it very hard to be a Hero. Hiccup must battle Berserks, dodge Scarers, complete the Impossible Task and save Fishlegs from being fed to the Beast! And all while being hunted down by an old enemy with a dark secret about the Lost Throne. What's a Hero to do?

A comprehensive text on linguistics which includes sections on speech disorders, politeness, the language of advertising and phonetics.

The complete course for a fun and effective way to learn English as a foreign language. This best-selling course comprises a book and audio support which is easy to download to your MP3 player or iPod (components available separately).

The complete course for a fun and effective way to learn French. This best-selling course comprises a book and audio support which is easy to download to your MP3 player or iPod (components available separately).

The complete course for a fun and effective way to learn German. This best-selling course comprises a book and audio support which is easy to download to your MP3 player or iPod (components available separately).

The complete course for a fun and effective way to learn Italian. This best-selling course comprises a book and audio support which is easy to download to your MP3 player or iPod (components available separately).

The complete course for a fun and effective way to learn Japanese. This best-selling course comprises a book and audio support which is easy to download to your MP3 player or iPod (components available separately).

The complete course for a fun and effective way to learn Russian. This best-selling course comprises a book and audio support which is easy to download to your MP3 player or iPod (components available separately).

The complete course for a fun and effective way to learn Spanish. This best-selling course comprises a book and audio support which is easy to download to your MP3 player or iPod (components available separately).

This classic book by Brian Phythian has been updated and simplified to make it accessible and relevant to today's readers. Never has the ability to express yourself well — in job interviews and presentations as well as in the writing of letters and reports — been more important. With an analysis of how English is used in a wide variety of contexts, ranging from the simple transmission of factual material (including journalism and advertising) to the sophisticated use of language in creative writing, this book will help you to improve your ability to express yourself clearly and correctly in both spoken and written English. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of correct English. FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

Essential English Grammar is packed with easy-to-follow explanations and summaries, practical tips on how to avoid common grammar mistakes, interesting facts about the historical and regional use of English and a special section on punctuation. This clear, straightforward guide to modern English grammar will help you to improve your knowledge of the language and perfect your grammar. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of English grammar. FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

Essential French Grammar will help you get more out of your study of French. Now in a brand new edition with new, easy-to-follow page design and interactive on-line features.

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Essential Italian Grammar will help you get more out of your study of Italian. Now in a brand new edition with new, easy-to-follow page design and interactive on-line features.

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