First published in 1981, "German for Singers" remains an effective and authoritative guide to German diction for singers of every genre. The second edition is corrected, revised and updated and includes an audio CD demonstrating the sounds of the German language. William Odom is professor of foreign[...]

Peter Watson's virtuoso sweep through modern German thought and culture, from 1750 to the present day, will challenge and confound both the stereotypes the world has of Germany and those that Germany has of itself.From the end of the Baroque era and the death of Bach to the rise of Hitler in 1933, G[...]

In an era when women were supposed to be disciplined and obedient, Anna proved to be neither. Defying 16th-century social mores, she was the frequent subject of gossip because of her immodest dress and flirtatious behavior. When her wealthy father discovered that she was having secret, simultaneous [...]

From a World-Leading Bilingual Dictionary PublisherComprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all the words and phrases you need in German Easy-to-use German grammar guide-the perfect complement to this dictionary In-depth treatment of difficult words Clear color layout and alphabet tabs help you find[...]

This title is useful when you don't have the time...but you still need the grade! If your life is too busy to spend hours ploughing through weighty textbooks, and you need every study minute to count, this "Schaum's Easy Outline" is perfect for you! This super-condensed, high-torque study guide give[...]

One of the biggest obstacles you face when learning a new language is the fear of embarrassment when you mispronounce a word or phrase - which inevitably those new to German will do. This title presents a system that eliminates your common German pronunciation mistakes.[...]

Learn just enough German to ...meet people Do you speak English? Sprechen Sie Englisch? get around How do I get to the airport? Wie komme ich zum Flughafen? get a hotel I'd like a room with a shower. Ich mochte ein Zimmer mit Dusche. shop How much is this? Wieviel kostet dies? order a meal The a[...]

More than your average phrasebook, this portable title shows you how to be a well-mannered visitor and speak the local language in the correct context. Any phrasebook can give you a line listing of essential phrases. But if you use a phrase or term without knowing the correct way to use it, you can [...]

Schaum's Outlines present all the essential course information in an easy-to-follow, topic-by-topic format. You also get hundreds of examples, solved problems, and practice exercises to test your skills.[...]

Unlock the riddle of speaking and interacting in German "German Demystified" provides you with a solid foundation for building conversation skills in that language. You can go at your own pace as you are guided through the fundamentals of communicating in German. Organized around everyday themes suc[...]

Your portable resource for German grammar Harrap's Pocket German Grammar is a compact, easy-to-use guide to all areas of German grammar, from articles to verbs. Featuring an attractive, easy-to-read color layout, and written in a clear, accessible way, this book clarifies German grammar, whether you[...]

Expert instruction on and practice with the conjugation of German verbs, now with online interactive exercises.[...]