La Lengua que Heredamos: Curso de Espanol Para Bilingues - Softcover

Marqués, Sarah

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Synopsis

This culturally-enriching text is designed for readers of Hispanic background who speak Spanish at home and want to improve their formal knowledge of the language. Each chapter is devoted to a different Spanish-speaking community, and includes a map as well as information on population, dialects spoken, and economy. In addition, thought-provoking readings from around the globe are supported by grammar lessons explained in simple, nontechnical language.

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Build on the Spanish you already know!

Written for heritage learners of Spanish, this fifth edition of La lengua que heredamoswill help you master advanced Spanish vocabulary and improve your reading, writing, and oral skills.

La lengua que heredamos’ proven literacy-building approach will provide you with the tools necessary to use Spanish more effectively in personal and professional situations. The language explanations are clear and simple, and special attention is given to critical areas such as spelling, correct use of accents, vocabulary that builds on expressions you would use at home and in informal situations, and false cognates due to English interference. The book features readings, many new to this edition, which will deepen your understanding of the Hispanic world.

Highlights:

  • A new Lección preliminar on the origins of the Spanish language, its development, and lexical variety
  • Expanded cultural information in the Miscelánea
  • Expanded activities to facilitate peer interaction
  • Expanded grammar explanations with plenty of practice
  • Ten new reading selections
  • New reading and writing strategies

New jokes adding a light and humorous touch to the text

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