"El Piccino y la Marquesa" (Germán Arciniegas) del punto de vista del gato

This is one of a series of practical reference grammars, aimed at language learners of all abilities, which combines traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume. With a strong emphasis on contemporary usage, all grammar points and functions are amply illustrated with examples.

The contributions gathered in this volume investigate the impact of shared knowledge on linguistic structure—whether shared knowledge determines the linguistic form or a given linguistic structure imposes a specific set of information. From an Ibero-Romance perspective, this book supports the necessity of a transversal approach to the grammar/pragmatics interaction.

With culturally thematic chapters and a traditionally organized grammar sequence, this is a solid and complete introductory course. It is ideal for instructors who want a balanced, contemporary course but not necessarily an innovative methodology. Although chapter changes in the new edition include an overall shortening, a trimming of grammar detail, and adding more visually-based activities, the basic methodology remains unchanged.

¿CÓMO SE DICE . . . ? Enhanced Tenth Edition’s proven four-skills methodology, unparalleled grammar explanations, flexibility, and ease-of-use are some of the many reasons for the success of this renowned introductory Spanish program. The tenth edition features all new chapter dialogues, student centered activities, updated vocabulary and cultural information, additional literary readings, and a complete technology package that includes iLrn: Heinle Learning Center. The Enhanced edition features the addition of dazzling video footage and photography of National GeographicTM into iLrn to...