Scotland Language

Embark on a journey through the heart of Scottish Gaelic culture with Celtic Wisdom and Wit. This captivating collection of proverbs offers a window into the rich traditions, humor, and wisdom of the Celtic people. Each proverb, lovingly translated into English, reveals the timeless values and keen insights that have shaped generations, making this book a treasure trove of cultural heritage. But this is more than just a collection of sayings—it's an immersive experience. Accompanied by beautifully crafted illustrations, each proverb comes with detailed notes that explore the cultural and ...

Covering the Ice Age to the recent Scottish Referendum, the acclaimed historian and author explores the history of the Scottish nation. Focusing on key moments such as the Battle of Bannockburn and the Jacobite risings, Moffat also features other episodes in history that are perhaps less well documented. From prehistoric timber halls to inventions and literature, Moffat's epic explores the drama of battle, change, loss, and innovation interspersed with the lives of ordinary Scottish folk, the men and women who defined a nation.

Step back in time and explore the captivating battles, clans, Highlanders, myths, and legends that have shaped Scotland from ancient times to the present day. Through vivid storytelling, this audiobook transports you to the heart of Scotland’s past, uncovering the customs and traditions of its clans—from fierce Highland warriors to cunning Lowland politicians—and how their actions forged a national identity.

When you can’t hear…death comes silently. Scotland Yard detective Valerie Crowther is assigned to investigate the murder of a student at a university for the Deaf in London, England. The murder investigation coincides with a deadly flu virus outbreak, resulting in the university being quarantined from the outside world. When more Deaf students are murdered, it becomes clear there is a serial killer operating within the sealed-off university. A chilling cat-and-mouse game evolves as the unknown killer targets Valerie and the virus claims more lives. A stunning, claustrophobic, “...

Read this book for free with your Kindle Unlimited membership! History of Scotland Scotland is a surprising country that will take your breath away if you decide to visit it. But the same can be said if you want to find out more about its intriguing, rich history that will certainly captivate you. Have you ever wondered about the events that shaped the history of Scotland? If the answer is yes, we challenge you to read this book, as it represents an overview of the main events and people that contributed to the creation of this beautiful country. We also provide a brief travel guide for you...

Listen to everyday words and phrases in British English, then repeat, practise and refine! A relaxing way to pick up the language. Follow the words using the free booklet, also available at: collinsdictionary.com/resources Covers the words you need for modern life in the UK with topics on home...

Begleiten Sie uns auf eine 60-minütige Reise durch die englischsprachige Welt – mit Geschichten, Sprachhinweisen und Übungen. In dieser Ausgabe entdecken wir eine andere Seite Schottlands bei unserem Besuch in Aberdeen und den Highland Games.

Reviewing Gary Greenberg's 2013 expose about American psychiatry, the New York Times's Dwight Garner wrote that "Greenberg paces the psychiatric stage as if he were part George Carlin, part Gregory House." But on a spring night in 2013, he found himself pacing the stage of a grade school gym as if he were Hester Prynne. Two registered sex offenders had come to live in the small town Greenberg had called home for thirty years.

Kommen Sie mit auf eine Fahrt durch die zauberhaften Highlands von Schottland in der Ausgabe 6/2021 von Spotlight Audio. Ebenfalls in dieser Ausgabe: Freuen Sie sich über ein wunderschönes Liebesgedicht des irischen Dichters William Butler Yeats, und erfahren Sie Lösungen zu Problemen bei Videoanrufen am Arbeitsplatz. Englisch lernen mit Spotlight Audio. Inhalt: Audio-Download inkl. 25-seitigem Booklet mit allen gesprochenen Texten zum Nachlesen und zweisprachigem Glossar (PDF-Format), Sprache: Englisch.

Genießen Sie in dieser "Spotlight Audio" Ausgabe 5/2022 eine Fahrt über zwei der landschaftlich reizvollsten Straßen im Vereinigten Königreich. Eine Spendenbeauftragte aus Kalifornien erzählt von ihrer Aufgabe, ländliche Gemeinden in den Vereinigten Staaten zu unterstützen. Zudem können Sie Wörter und Redensarten lernen und einüben, die mit Leistungsbeurteilungen am Arbeitsplatz zu tun haben. Englisch lernen mit "Spotlight Audio".

In Schottland wird Tradition auch heute noch gelebt. Hören Sie vom Eigentümer eines etablierten Ladens für Schottenröcke, wie Kilts modernisiert werden und dennoch ihre Geschichte behalten. Üben Sie dabei Vokabeln von Dudelsack bis Schottenkaro! Im Januar äußern sich außerdem eine Expertin und verschiedene zweisprachige Englischsprecher zum Thema Bilingualität. Trainieren Sie ganz nebenbei Ihre Grammatik und Ihr Hörverständnis der englischen Sprache.