French, "A Language Map" by Kristine Kershul Ma
The French-speaking culture is rich and enchanting. You'll want to explore the cities, dine on local delicacies and shop at outdoor markets. This clever language guide is packed with the most essential words and phrases you'll need, and brilliantly organized so you can find it all at a glance. With the French language right at your fingertips, shopping Rue Saint Honor or historical Provence is much more fun. Interact with locals, order your meals, and find your way around town, all en fran ais. Take FRENCH a language map on your travel adventures and experience la joie de vivre in the French-speaking world Now with a new section, Phone, Mail & Internet, you'll have the words for laptop, tablet, SIM card and more. You won't miss a beat sharing your stories online with friends and family. Finding an internet caf , free wifi, or an adapter for your mobile devices is so much easier. Make FRENCHa language map your travel companion--take it everywhere you go and all your language needs are covered- Hundreds of words and phrases you'll need most.
- Divided into key categories such as Asking Questions, Dining Out, Meeting People, Shopping, Sightseeing, Transportation and much more.
- Unique snap-open and fold design.
- Pronunciation is easy with simple phonetics.
- Ultra-thin (barely 1/8 thick) and light-weight (under two ounces).
- Laminated for durability.
- Folds up like a map to slip easily into your pocket or bag.
- Full color, original artwork.
- French is an official language in 29 countries. French is also one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union and the International Olympics Committee.
Kristine K. is a writer who lives in the United States. Kershul combines her experiences as a teacher, international traveler, and language scholar to offer a fun, unique approach to learn and utilize a language. Kristine spent ten years as a professor of German in colleges in the United States and Europe as an experienced linguist. Kristine is a world traveler who has visited over 100 countries, from Bhutan to Zimbabwe, and nearly every exotic location in between. She is familiar with the issues that all tourists face, regardless of the country they are visiting.
She has firsthand experience with how languages may open doors to new experiences, new friends, and new cultures. Kristine earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in languages while residing in Heidelberg, Germany. She went on to get a second Master's degree in Medieval German Languages and Literature at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and then completed her doctoral studies in Medieval German Languages and Literature. She can speak a variety of languages, from Arabic to Swahili, in addition to German.
Kristine's interest in languages began when she was a child growing up in a trilingual family in Oregon, where Croatian, Danish, and English were spoken. Kristine's innate aptitude for languages led to opportunities outside of academia. She worked as a bilingual travel guide in Europe before moving to the United States to work as a translator. Germany has an embassy.
Kristine's passion for travel, learning new languages, and seeing new cultures has taken her all over the world. Namibia, Laos, or Guyana are just a few of the places she'll visit next. Kristine is a trained diver, a licensed pilot, and a downhill skier. She enjoys playing the piano and competitive horseback riding.
She lives in Seattle, Washington, as well as Cape Town, South Africa.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780944502013 |
| ISBN 10 | 0944502016 |
| Title | French, "A Language Map" |
| Author | Kristine Kershul Ma |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Bilingual Books Inc.,U.S. |
| Year published | 2000-04-01 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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