German phrases for dummies: a references for the rest of us /
Paulina Christensen and Anne Fox.
- ix, 202 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm.
Paulina Christensen has been working as a writer, editor, and translator for almost ten years. She holds a degree in English and German literature and has developed, written, and edited numerous German-language textbooks and teachers? handbooks for Berlitz International. Her work as a translator ranges from new media art to science fiction (Starlog magazine). She occasionally works as a court interpreter and does consulting and interpreting at educational conferences, as well as voice-overs for educational videos and CD-ROMs. Dr. Christensen received her M.A. and Ph.D. from Düsseldorf University, Germany, and has taught at Berlitz Language Schools, New York University, and Fordham University. Anne Fox has been working as a translator, editor, and writer for the past twelve years. She studied at Interpreters? School, Zurich, Switzerland, and holds a degree in translation. Her various assignments have taken her to outer space, hyperspace, and around the world. She has also taught at Berlitz Language Schools and worked as a legal and technical proofreader in the editorial departments of several law firms. Most recently she has been developing, writing, and editing student textbooks and teacher handbooks for Berlitz.
I say it how? Speaking German -- Grammar on a diet, just the basics -- Numerical gumbo, counting of all kinds -- Making new friends and enjoying small talk -- Enjoying a drink and a snack (or meal!) -- Shop 'til you drop -- Making a leisure a top priority -- When you gotta work -- Getting around, transportation -- Finding a place to lay your weary head -- Dealing with emergencies -- Ten favorite German expressions -- Ten phrases that make you sound like a local.
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