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Calling Bullshit

The Art of Skepticism in a Data-Driven World

de Carl T. Bergstrom, Jevin D. West ...

Narrado por Patrick Zeller ...

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10 hora 17 minutos

Bullshit isn’t what it used to be. Now, two science professors give us the tools to dismantle misinformation and think clearly in a world of fake news and bad data.Misinformation, disinformation, and fake news abound and it’s increasingly difficult to know what’s true. Our media environment has become hyperpartisan. Science is conducted by press release. Startup culture elevates bullshit to high ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

Bullshit isn’t what it used to be. Now, two science professors give us the tools to dismantle misinformation and think clearly in a world of fake news and bad data.Misinformation, disinformation, and fake news abound and it’s increasingly difficult to know what’s true. Our media environment has become hyperpartisan. Science is conducted by press release. Startup culture elevates bullshit to high
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More Than Words

How Talking Sharpens the Mind and Shapes Our World

de Maryellen MacDonald PhD ...

Narrado por Maryellen MacDonald PhD ...

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8 hora 59 minutos

The groundbreaking science of how and why we talk, and how this ability impacts every area of our livesHumans are the only species that can transform internal ideas into talk, whether through speech, writing, or sign language. But why do we have this almost magical, special talent? It turns out that while talking allows us to share ideas and connect with one another, it isn’t just for ... Leer más

$22.99 USD

The groundbreaking science of how and why we talk, and how this ability impacts every area of our livesHumans are the only species that can transform internal ideas into talk, whether through speech, writing, or sign language. But why do we have this almost magical, special talent? It turns out that while talking allows us to share ideas and connect with one another, it isn’t just for
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Cultish

The Language of Fanaticism

de Amanda Montell ...

Narrado por Ann Marie Gideon ...

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8 hora 21 minutos

“One of those life-changing reads that makes you see—or, in this case, hear—the whole world differently.” —Megan Angelo, author of Followers“At times chilling, often funny, and always perceptive and cogent, Cultish is a bracing reminder that the scariest thing about cults is that you don't realize you're in one till it's too late.”—Refinery29.comThe New York Times-bestselling author of The Age of ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

“One of those life-changing reads that makes you see—or, in this case, hear—the whole world differently.” —Megan Angelo, author of Followers“At times chilling, often funny, and always perceptive and cogent, Cultish is a bracing reminder that the scariest thing about cults is that you don't realize you're in one till it's too late.”—Refinery29.comThe New York Times-bestselling author of The Age of
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Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners

Read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn Spanish the fun way!

de Olly Richards ...

Narrado por Javier Marzan ...

Series series Readers
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4 hora 30 minutos

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in Spanish for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in Spanish for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most
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The Spell of the Sensuous

Perception and Language in a More-Than-Human World

de David Abram ...

Narrado por Sean Runnette ...

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12 hora 4 minutos

For a thousand generations, human beings viewed themselves as part of the wider community of nature, and they carried on active relationships not only with other people but with other animals, plants, and natural objects (including mountains, rivers, winds, and weather patterns) that we have only lately come to think of as "inanimate." How, then, did humans come to sever their ancient reciprocity ... Leer más

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For a thousand generations, human beings viewed themselves as part of the wider community of nature, and they carried on active relationships not only with other people but with other animals, plants, and natural objects (including mountains, rivers, winds, and weather patterns) that we have only lately come to think of as "inanimate." How, then, did humans come to sever their ancient reciprocity
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The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross

A Study of the Nature and Origins of Christianity Within the Fertility Cults of the Ancient Near East

de John M. Allegro ...

Narrado por Martyn Swain ...

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10 hora 33 minutos

Where did God come from? What do the bible stories really tell us? Who or what was Jesus Christ? This book challenges everything we think we know about the nature of religion: -The ancient fertility cult at the heart of Christianity. -The living power of cultic rites and symbols. -The sacred mushroom as the emblem and embodiment of divinity. -The secret meaning of biblical myths. -The language of ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

Where did God come from? What do the bible stories really tell us? Who or what was Jesus Christ? This book challenges everything we think we know about the nature of religion: -The ancient fertility cult at the heart of Christianity. -The living power of cultic rites and symbols. -The sacred mushroom as the emblem and embodiment of divinity. -The secret meaning of biblical myths. -The language of
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Short Stories in German for Beginners

Read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn German the fun way!

de Olly Richards, Alex Rawlings ...

Narrado por Gido Schimanski ...

Series series Readers
Completo

3 hora 12 minutos

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in German for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in German for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most
... Leer más
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Algospeak

How Social Media Is Transforming the Future of Language

de Adam Aleksic ...

Narrado por Adam Aleksic ...

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5 hora 46 minutos

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From linguist Adam Aleksic, known as @etymologynerd on social media, comes a captivating exploration of how internet algorithms are transforming language and communication in unprecedented ways.“Packed with fascinating facts, of-the-moment observations, and a sparkling voice, Algospeak is a gift to any word nerd. Deftly covering everything from emoji etymologies and ... Leer más

$18.99 USD

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From linguist Adam Aleksic, known as @etymologynerd on social media, comes a captivating exploration of how internet algorithms are transforming language and communication in unprecedented ways.“Packed with fascinating facts, of-the-moment observations, and a sparkling voice, Algospeak is a gift to any word nerd. Deftly covering everything from emoji etymologies and
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Don't Sleep, There Are Snakes

Life and Language in the Amazonian Jungle

de Daniel L. Everett ...

Narrado por Daniel Everett ...

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10 hora 45 minutos

Daniel Everett, then a Christian missionary, arrived among the Pirahã in 1977—with his wife and three young children—intending to convert them. What he found was a language that defies all existing linguistic theories and reflects a way of life that evades contemporary understanding: The Pirahã have no counting system and no fixed terms for color. They have no concept of war or of personal ... Leer más

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Daniel Everett, then a Christian missionary, arrived among the Pirahã in 1977—with his wife and three young children—intending to convert them. What he found was a language that defies all existing linguistic theories and reflects a way of life that evades contemporary understanding: The Pirahã have no counting system and no fixed terms for color. They have no concept of war or of personal
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Mastering Logical Fallacies

The Definitive Guide to Flawless Rhetoric and Bulletproof Logic

de Michael Withey ...

Narrado por Steven Crossley ...

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4 hora 22 minutos

Your argument is valid and you know it; yet once again you find yourself leaving a debate feeling defeated and embarrassed. The matter is only made worse when you realize that your defeat came at the hands of someone's abuse of logic—and that with the right skills you could have won the argument.The ability to recognize logical fallacies when they occur is an essential life skill. Mastering ... Leer más

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Your argument is valid and you know it; yet once again you find yourself leaving a debate feeling defeated and embarrassed. The matter is only made worse when you realize that your defeat came at the hands of someone's abuse of logic—and that with the right skills you could have won the argument.The ability to recognize logical fallacies when they occur is an essential life skill. Mastering
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Speak With No Fear

de Mike Acker ...

Narrado por Mike Acker ...

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2 hora 49 minutos

Do you HATE public speaking? Are you TERRIFIED to stand in front of people? When you think of speaking, do you get nervous, anxious, even sweaty? You don’t have to be afraid any longer.It can seem like everyone is a gifted speak when you watch TED talks or compare yourself to skilled co-workers giving presentations. Don't get caught up in comparison. Instead, take action to improve YOUR ability ... Leer más

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Do you HATE public speaking? Are you TERRIFIED to stand in front of people? When you think of speaking, do you get nervous, anxious, even sweaty? You don’t have to be afraid any longer.It can seem like everyone is a gifted speak when you watch TED talks or compare yourself to skilled co-workers giving presentations. Don't get caught up in comparison. Instead, take action to improve YOUR ability
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The Elements of Eloquence

Secrets of the Perfect Turn of Phrase

de Mark Forsyth ...

Narrado por Don Hagen ...

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5 hora 29 minutos

From classic poetry to pop lyrics, from Charles Dickens to Dolly Parton, even from Jesus to James Bond, Mark Forsyth explains the secrets that make a phrase—such as “O Captain! My Captain!” or “To be or not to be”—memorable.In his inimitably entertaining and wonderfully witty style, he takes apart famous phrases and shows how you too can write like Shakespeare or quip like Oscar Wilde. Whether you ... Leer más

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From classic poetry to pop lyrics, from Charles Dickens to Dolly Parton, even from Jesus to James Bond, Mark Forsyth explains the secrets that make a phrase—such as “O Captain! My Captain!” or “To be or not to be”—memorable.In his inimitably entertaining and wonderfully witty style, he takes apart famous phrases and shows how you too can write like Shakespeare or quip like Oscar Wilde. Whether you
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Language City

The Fight to Preserve Endangered Mother Tongues in New York

de Ross Perlin ...

Narrado por Ross Perlin ...

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10 hora 53 minutos

Half of all 7,000-plus human languages may disappear over the next century and when they're gone, it will be forever. Ross Perlin, a linguist and codirector of the Manhattan-based non-profit Endangered Language Alliance, is racing against time to map little-known languages across the most linguistically diverse city in history: contemporary New York. Perlin recounts the unique history of ... Leer más

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Half of all 7,000-plus human languages may disappear over the next century and when they're gone, it will be forever. Ross Perlin, a linguist and codirector of the Manhattan-based non-profit Endangered Language Alliance, is racing against time to map little-known languages across the most linguistically diverse city in history: contemporary New York. Perlin recounts the unique history of
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Palimpsest

A History of the Written Word

de Matthew Battles ...

Narrado por Matthew Battles ...

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6 hora 53 minutos

Why does writing exist? What does it mean to those who write? Born from the interplay of natural and cultural history, the seemingly magical act of writing has continually expanded our consciousness. Portrayed in mythology as either a gift from heroes or a curse from the gods, it has been used as both an instrument of power and a channel of the divine; a means of social bonding and of individual ... Leer más

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Why does writing exist? What does it mean to those who write? Born from the interplay of natural and cultural history, the seemingly magical act of writing has continually expanded our consciousness. Portrayed in mythology as either a gift from heroes or a curse from the gods, it has been used as both an instrument of power and a channel of the divine; a means of social bonding and of individual
... Leer más
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Natural Language Acquisition: How to Absorb Any Language Authentically Without Burnout, Grammar Drills, or Memorization Overload

de Adrian Petrov ...

Narrado por Adrian Petrov ...

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1 horas 50 minutos

Master foreign languages through stress-free immersive learning instead of battling exhausting grammar drills and burnout. Whether you are listening on your daily commute or navigating a busy adult schedule, this cognitive science approach transforms your everyday environment into a natural linguistic playground. Leave the rigid classroom mindset behind and embrace a sustainable, deeply enjoyable ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Master foreign languages through stress-free immersive learning instead of battling exhausting grammar drills and burnout. Whether you are listening on your daily commute or navigating a busy adult schedule, this cognitive science approach transforms your everyday environment into a natural linguistic playground. Leave the rigid classroom mindset behind and embrace a sustainable, deeply enjoyable
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The F-Word

4th Edition

de Jesse Sheidlower ...

Narrado por Mike Johnson ...

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26 hora 30 minutos

A skillfully updated edition of The F-Word which renders a comprehensive portrait of English's most notorious and colorful word.No word has generated more uses, more creative euphemisms, and more strong opinions than fuck. Jesse Sheidlower's historical dictionary, now in print for over 25 years, charts the uses of fuck and its many permutations, from absofuckinglutely to zipless fuck. It ... Leer más

$49.99 USD

A skillfully updated edition of The F-Word which renders a comprehensive portrait of English's most notorious and colorful word.No word has generated more uses, more creative euphemisms, and more strong opinions than fuck. Jesse Sheidlower's historical dictionary, now in print for over 25 years, charts the uses of fuck and its many permutations, from absofuckinglutely to zipless fuck. It
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Globish

How the English Language Became the World's Language

de Robert McCrum ...

Narrado por James Langton ...

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9 hora 57 minutos

It seems impossible: a small island in the North Atlantic, colonized by Rome, then pillaged for hundreds of years by marauding neighbors, becomes the dominant world power in the nineteenth century. Equally unlikely, a colony of that island nation across the Atlantic grows into the military and cultural colossus of the twentieth century. How? By the sword, of course; by trade and industrial ... Leer más

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It seems impossible: a small island in the North Atlantic, colonized by Rome, then pillaged for hundreds of years by marauding neighbors, becomes the dominant world power in the nineteenth century. Equally unlikely, a colony of that island nation across the Atlantic grows into the military and cultural colossus of the twentieth century. How? By the sword, of course; by trade and industrial
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Historically Black Phrases

From "I Ain't One of Your Lil' Friends" to "Who All Gon' Be There?"

de jarrett hill, Tre'vell Anderson ...

Narrado por jarrett hill, Tre'vell Anderson ...

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4 hora 18 minutos

WINNER OF THE NAACP IMAGE AWARD • A fun and thoughtful dictionary of Black language you didn’t know you needed, Historically Black Phrases is a love letter to the Black community and the ways it drives culture.“This perfect blend of explanation, definition and social commentary will have you laughing while learning.”—George M. Johnson, New York Times bestselling author of All Boys Aren't Blue and ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

WINNER OF THE NAACP IMAGE AWARD • A fun and thoughtful dictionary of Black language you didn’t know you needed, Historically Black Phrases is a love letter to the Black community and the ways it drives culture.“This perfect blend of explanation, definition and social commentary will have you laughing while learning.”—George M. Johnson, New York Times bestselling author of All Boys Aren't Blue and
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Changing Minds

How Aging Affects Language and How Language Affects Aging

de Roger Kreuz, Richard Roberts ...

Narrado por Jonathan Yen ...

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5 hora 35 minutos

We acquire our native language, seemingly without effort, in infancy and early childhood. Language is our constant companion throughout our lifetime, even as we age. Indeed, compared with other aspects of cognition, language seems to be fairly resilient through the process of aging. In Changing Minds, Roger Kreuz and Richard Roberts examine how aging affects language—and how language affects aging ... Leer más

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We acquire our native language, seemingly without effort, in infancy and early childhood. Language is our constant companion throughout our lifetime, even as we age. Indeed, compared with other aspects of cognition, language seems to be fairly resilient through the process of aging. In Changing Minds, Roger Kreuz and Richard Roberts examine how aging affects language—and how language affects aging
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Command the Room

An Essential Guide to the Purpose, Plan, and Power Behind Great Speeches and Presentations

de Greg Smith, Vince Bevacqua ...

Narrado por Greg Smith, Vince Bevacqua ...

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6 hora 44 minutos

Use communication as your key to transformation.Connection is a fundamental need, but creating it isn’t easy—this is where communication is your cornerstone. But like any foundation, this cornerstone is only as strong as you make it.Whether you need to share insight, develop a brand, or craft your company’s story, you can make an impact by identifying your purpose, discovering the power in public ... Leer más

$14.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Use communication as your key to transformation.Connection is a fundamental need, but creating it isn’t easy—this is where communication is your cornerstone. But like any foundation, this cornerstone is only as strong as you make it.Whether you need to share insight, develop a brand, or craft your company’s story, you can make an impact by identifying your purpose, discovering the power in public
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Изучайте немецкий во сне — 1000 глаголов и прилагательных

1000 глаголов и прилагательных

de 1000-words.com ...

Narrado por AI Voice Daniel, AI Voice Nina ...

Series Audiolibro 2.0 - Изучайте немецкий во сне
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1 horas 51 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Изучайте немецкий язык в любое время и в любом месте — во сне, за рулём, во время прогулки, учёбы или тренировки «1000 Words» — это спокойный и погружающий способ осваивать немецкий язык с помощью аудио. Каждый выпуск помогает расширять словарный запас, улучшать произношение и понимать живую, разговорную немецкую речь — без стресса, экранов и отвлекающих ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Изучайте немецкий язык в любое время и в любом месте — во сне, за рулём, во время прогулки, учёбы или тренировки «1000 Words» — это спокойный и погружающий способ осваивать немецкий язык с помощью аудио. Каждый выпуск помогает расширять словарный запас, улучшать произношение и понимать живую, разговорную немецкую речь — без стресса, экранов и отвлекающих
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Learn Arabic while you sleep - 1000 phrases for beginners

1000 phrases for beginners

de 1000-words.com ...

Narrado por AI Voice Sarah, AI Voice Yousef ...

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2 hora 59 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Learn Arabic anytime, anywhere — while you sleep, drive, walk, study, or work out.1000 Words is your calm and immersive way to master Arabic through audio.Each episode helps you expand your vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and understand real Arabic — without stress, screens, or interruptions.In this audiobook, you’ll hear 1000 essential Arabic verbs ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Learn Arabic anytime, anywhere — while you sleep, drive, walk, study, or work out.1000 Words is your calm and immersive way to master Arabic through audio.Each episode helps you expand your vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and understand real Arabic — without stress, screens, or interruptions.In this audiobook, you’ll hear 1000 essential Arabic verbs
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Aprenda alemão enquanto dorme – 1000 frases para iniciantes

1000 frases para iniciantes

de 1000-words.com ...

Narrado por AI Voice Will, AI Voice Daniel ...

Series Audiolibro 3.0 - Aprenda alemão enquanto dorme
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2 hora 41 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Aprender alemão ficou fácil – a qualquer hora e em qualquer lugar! ♂️Com "Aprenda alemão enquanto dorme – 1000 frases para iniciantes", você pode aprender alemão de forma natural e sem estresse, seja você iniciante, esteja viajando ou simplesmente queira melhorar seu alemão.Este audiolivro oferece 1000 frases para iniciantes importantes em alemão, ... Leer más

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This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Aprender alemão ficou fácil – a qualquer hora e em qualquer lugar! ♂️Com "Aprenda alemão enquanto dorme – 1000 frases para iniciantes", você pode aprender alemão de forma natural e sem estresse, seja você iniciante, esteja viajando ou simplesmente queira melhorar seu alemão.Este audiolivro oferece 1000 frases para iniciantes importantes em alemão,
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Lengua Madre

Una conversacion con sabor Nica

de Cesar Ramirez Fajardo ...

Narrado por Cesar Ramirez Fajardo ...

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44 minutos

Lengua madre del doctor César Ramírez Fajardo nos deja escuchar a sus personajes —las madres que llegan a su consultorio— para que seamos los lectores quienes juzguemos esos rasgos orales de sus pacientes. ... Leer más

$5.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Lengua madre del doctor César Ramírez Fajardo nos deja escuchar a sus personajes —las madres que llegan a su consultorio— para que seamos los lectores quienes juzguemos esos rasgos orales de sus pacientes.
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