Using Spanish Vocabulary Paperback

R E Batchelor

This book, first published in 2003, provides a comprehensive and structured vocabulary for all levels of undergraduate Spanish courses. It offers a broad coverage of the concrete and abstract vocabulary relating to the physical, cultural, social, commercial and political environment, as well as exposure to commonly encountered technical vocabulary. The accompanying exercises for private study and classroom use are designed to promote precision and awareness of nuance and register, develop good dictionary use, and encourage effective learning. The book includes both Iberian and Latin American vocabulary, and clearly identifies differences between the two varieties. * Consists of twenty units each treating a different area of human experience * Units are divided into three levels which allows core vocabulary in each area to be learned first, and more specialised or complex terms to be added at later stages * Vocabulary is presented in alphabetical order for ease of location.

052100862X

9780521008624

English

Cambridge University Press

06 Nov 2013

706

R.E. Batchelor is an experienced teacher of Spanish and the author of numerous books in this and related fields, including Using Spanish (with C. Pountain 1992), Using Spanish Synonyms (1994), Using French, 3rd edition (2000), and Using French Synonyms (with M. Offord, 1993). He has also published numerous articles of literary, philosophical and historical interest. Miguel A. San Jose is Deputy Head Teacher at the Instituto de Educacion Secundaria 'La Merced' in Valladolid, Spain. He is also a national examiner in various subjects. He has studied in a number of fields and his rich and varied background has inspired his published writings, short stories and poetry.

Miguel Angel San Jose

Batchelor R E

With a systematic approach, no one could fail to improve their awareness of Spanish vocabulary. But this is also a fascinating book for learners at any level beyond the basics to dip into or browse.' The Times Higher Education Supplement