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Review of Idiom Attack Vol. 1 Everyday Living (German Edition)

Posted: 27 Aug 2021, 18:10
by Lukmaiha Lukmaiha
[Following is a volunteer review of "Idiom Attack Vol. 1 Everyday Living (German Edition)" by Peter Liptak.]
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3 out of 4 stars
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Local English speakers express their authority of the language through figures of speech also called idioms. Non-local speakers can be trapped in the maze of attempting to translate phrases. Thus, Peter N. Liptak, Mathew Douma and Jay Douma in their book Idiom Attack, Everyday Living recognized the employment of figures of speech, characterization of colloquialisms and association of phrases for a local German learning English language. In this book Idiom Attack, Everyday Living as translated by Angela Basteri, an endeavor is made towards an articulative aide on the utilization of expressions. Masterminded in 25 sections with substance that give the chance to read, speak, listen and in any event, write. Idiom Attack, Everyday Living is a book that can be utilized as an English classroom reading material, reference guide or supplement for different aides. With a definite English and German show of figures of speech, the creator makes what apparently might be called an English German idiom dictionary. Howbeit, could this long clarification be useful in assisting one with staying away from the stigmatic assault of colloquialisms?

A definite work by the creators, with an awe inspiring interpretation. The title name is unsuspecting. The creators memoir a great professional audit. The prelude is proper and thoroughly examined. The rundown of expressions with stories is attractive. The unmistakable outline of implications shows creators who are really passionate to effect knowledge. A forward leap in language schooling giving the utilization of idioms to teach English language among German English students.

Despite the eminence of this book, its presentation and show would be hard for a novice. There is no slow change from the known to the obscure. However with well meaning goal, the authors presented the work in a professional way that assumes that its readers has a previous little knowledge of English language.

I rate it 3 out of 4 in light of the fact that it is appearing to be new way to deal with the utilization of figure of speech to show English language.

Energetically suggested for German English students. Recommendable additionally to researchers, etymologist's and polyglots.

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