The Mysteries of the English Language: Unveiling the Secrets of English Pronunciation for More Standard Reading and Speaking (with Audio Cassette)

Author: Bu Yuan (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: This book systematically and concisely introduces the methods, rules, and characteristics of English pronunciation, serving as a highly practical textbook for building a solid foundation in English pronunciation. Chapters 1 and 2 are the key sections of the book, providing detailed explanations of the pronunciation principles of each English phoneme, along with numerous practical examples and exercises. In the sections on pronunciation principles and rules, the book references the new edition of Jimson's English Pronunciation Course (see bibliography), reflecting the latest developments in contemporary English phonetics. Chapter 3 introduces knowledge and techniques related to English intonation, stress and weak forms, and connected speech. The appendix covers differences in English pronunciation and a wealth of practical phonetic knowledge. Practicality is the major feature of this book. As readers learn each phoneme, they will also encounter concise idioms and situational dialogues containing that phoneme, making it particularly suitable for reading aloud and memorization. Knowledge on how to pronounce numbers, phone numbers, dates, addresses, and easily mispronounced words is extremely useful. Even more practical is the inclusion of a large number of words and phrases in the book. Readers will find these words and phrases highly beneficial for both their spoken and written English.