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Book SynopsisIn 1882, D.B. Munro wrote that "a new Grammar of the Homeric dialect is sorely wanted". Apart from this, the 1891 second edition - long out of print, never available in paperback - nothing has ever replaced Monro's original text. Presented here in its entirety, this is quite simply the most comprehensive account of Homeric Greek grammar, on which all subsequent summaries have been based. Here is the original in full.Table of ContentsChapter 1: The Person-endings Chapter 2: The Tenses Chapter 3. The Moods Chapter 4. Accentuation of the Verb Chapter 5. Nouns and Pronouns Chapter 6. Formation of Nouns Chapter 7. Use of the Cases Chapter 8. Use of the Numbers Chapter 9. The Prepositions Chapter 10. The Verbal Nouns Chapter 11. Use of Pronouns Chapter 12. Use of the Moods Chapter 13. The Particle Chapter 14. Metre and Quantity Appendix Index Errata

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Book SynopsisThe original aim of this book was to provide an updated reprint of J.P. Postgate's "Short Guide to the Accentuation of Ancient Greek" (1924). It has developed considerably during the preparation, still including what was most useful in Postgate but now incorporating much additional material and information based on the latest scholarship. It is intended for those who have already learned some Greek but who wish to acquaint themselves with the workings of the accent system, either for the first time or by way of revision. An introductory part outlines clearly the evidence for our knowledge of Greek accentuation and quotes some of our ancient sources for the sound of the accent. The remainder of the book is designed to facilitate the learning of the accents themselves. Exercises are included throughout.Table of ContentsReferences are to page numbers. Preface Bibliographical Abbreviations Modern works Ancient authors and works General Abbreviations 1. Introductory 2. Basic Information 3. Accentuation of Verbs 4. Accentuation ofNouns and Adjectives: General Rules 5. Simplex Nouns and Adjectives: Accenting the Base Forms 6. Accentuation of Compounds, Proper Names, Pronouns, 7. Proclitics and Enclitics Appendix: Accentuation of Dialects Other than the Kaine Answers to Exercises Index

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Book Synopsis"Via Plana" is not just another random collection of unseen exercises, presented to the student in the optimistic hope that somehow, they will muddle through and absorb some of the finer points of Latin grammar along the way. With a new approach, "Via Plana" systematically presents the major features of advanced Latin grammar and then offers sixth-formers and undergraduates a 'smooth road' to fluency via a structured series of exercises, primarily translation-passages extracted from major Latin authors, focussing specifically on each grammar feature in turn and graduated in difficulty to match the students' increasing level of ability.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Note to Users Preface Students' Introduction Glossary of Technical Terms Chapter 1: Relative Clauses Exercises. Levels 1-2 Chapter 2: Indirect Speech Exercises. Levels 1-4 Chapter 3: Predicative Datives Exercises. Levels 1-4 Chapter 4: Temporal Conjunctions Exercises. Levels 1-5 Chapter 5: Gerunds and Gerundives Exercises. Levels 1-5 Chapter 6: Purpose and Result Clauses Exercises. Levels 1-5 Chapter 7: Verbs of Fearing/quominus and quin Exercises. Levels 1-5 Chapter 8: Independent Subjunctives Exercises. Levels 1-5 Chapter 9: Conditional Sentences Exercises. Levels 1-5 Chapter 10: Coping with qui, quae, quod, etc. Exercises. Levels 2-5 Chapter 11: Coping with ut and ne Exercises. Levels 2-5 Chapter 12: Revision Exercises Exercises. Levels 2-5

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Book SynopsisPrepare for the C1 Advanced (CAE) Reading and Use of English40% of your marksThe Reading and Use of English paper, Parts 1-8, of the Cambridge C1 Advanced exam is worth 40% of the total marks available, which is why candidates'' competence in this section is all-important for overall success. Parts 5-8 test ability in reading for detail, purpose, opinion, tone, emotion and attitude, and repeated practice of the assessment format is key to achieving a passing grade.32 texts and 208 individual assessmentsThis edition of sample tests has been written to closely replicate the Cambridge exam experience, and has undergone comprehensive review.Answers includedWrite-in answer sheets, answer keys and a markscheme complete this large bank of high-quality practice material for students preparing for the Cambridge C1 Advanced.About the authorJane Turner is an ELT materials writer and consultant who is currently based in Cambridge, UK. She holds an MA in Education Management and Cambridge DELTA, and is an associate lecturer in EAP/EFL at Anglia Ruskin University.C1 Advanced onlineVisit www.prosperityeducation.net to view our wide range of Cambridge resources.

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Book SynopsisDo you know what's the biggest obstacle preventing many from learning Korean to fluency? It's a lack of vocabulary! Reading in Korean is perhaps the most effective way to build up your vocabulary. With our book Korean Short Stories for Beginners and Intermediate Learners, you can practice reading the language while working on your Korean vocabulary and grammar skills. The stories contained within this book were written with Korean language learners in mind, so you don't have to worry about the level of the reading being too difficult as you encounter new vocabulary and grammar to learn Korean. Our Korean short stories use only the real language as spoken and written by native speakers every day so that you can learn Korean the natural way. They have been written and edited by native speakers from South Korea.Grab your copy now and get started today!

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