Cómo Elegir a un Hombre de Calidad

Beginning. Teenage friends Elisa and Alex get more than they bargained for when they decide to investigate a scared man and the mysterious appointment he must keep. From the series Lecturas Graduados de Español, a collection of graduated readers set in various parts of Latin America that presents the diverse socio-linguistic features of the Spanish-speaking world. Includes before and after activities and answer keys.

Introducción I. EL CONECTOR PRAGMÁTICO PUES 1. La frecuencia de pues - 2. La lengua coloquial - 3. Clasificaciones de pues - 4. Análisis de pues - 4.1. pues como conector semántico - 4.2. Pues como conector pragmático - 4.2.1. Análisis de pues como conector pragmático argumentativo - 4.2.2. Pues y la actividad argumentativa - 4.2.3. Pues y el refuerzo de acto ilocutorio - 4.2.4. Análisis de pues como conector pragmático metadiscursivo - 4.2.5. Pues y el control y la organización del mensaje - 4.2.6. Combinaciones de pues con función de control del contacto - 5. Conclusiones. II....

Spanish Grammar in Context provides an accessible and stimulating approach to learning grammar. Authentic texts are used to illustrate and explain the key areas of Spanish grammar, followed by a range of exercises to help students reinforce and test their understanding. An answer key is also presented at the back of the book. Features include: A rich variety of texts sourced from all over the Spanish-speaking world, including excerpts from contemporary literature, magazines and newspapers Texts carefully selected to cover topical issues and themes relevant to contemporary Spain and Latin...

[This] is a high-intermediate to advanced-level reader that invites students to link their study of Spanish with the many professional opportunities in other disciplines and to explore in particular the fields of communications, social services, business, education, health professions, law, tourism, computer applications, and engineering. The reading selections in [this book] profile people, work environments, and key issues associated with a wide variety of occupations in the United States and in the Spanish-speaking world. [This book] aims to expand [students'] appreciation of the Spanish...