Spanish, "A Language Map" by Kristine Kershul Ma

Spanish, "A Language Map" by Kristine Kershul Ma

From the moment you step off the plane, hop in a cab and order your first cerveza, you'll want the local language in your back pocket and SPANISH a language map(R) is just the ticket This clever guide gives you exactly what you'll need at a glance with the most essential words at your fingertips. You'll have more fun asking for directions ( D nde est el hotel?), shopping for souvenirs ( Cu nto cuesto?), or greeting the locals ( Buenos d as ) because you can do it in Spanish A traveler's dream come true, this Language Map(R) is perfect for your holiday on the beaches of Costa Rica or that long-awaited trip to Spain.

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

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	9780944502044
ISBN 10	0944502040
Title	Spanish, "A Language Map"
Author	Kristine Kershul Ma
Series	Language Map Ser
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Bilingual Books Inc.,U.S.
Year published	2000-06-01
Number of pages	8
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.