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The definitive behind-the-scenes history of video games' explosion into the twenty-first century and the war for industry power "A zippy read through a truly deep research job. You won't want to put this one down."-Eddie Adlum, publisher, RePlay Magazine As video games evolve, only the fittest companies survive. Making a blockbuster once cost millions of dollars; now it can cost hundreds of millions, but with a $160 billion market worldwide, the biggest players are willing to bet the bank. Steven L. Kent has been playing video games since Pong and writing about the industry since the Nintendo Entertainment System. In volume 1 of The Ultimate History of Video Games, he chronicled the industry's first thirty years. In volume 2, he narrates gaming's entrance into the twenty-first century, as Nintendo, Sega, Sony, and Microsoft battle to capture the global market. The home console boom of the '90s turned hobby companies like Nintendo and Sega into Hollywood-studio-sized business titans. But by the end of the decade, they would face new, more powerful competitors. In boardrooms on both sides of the Pacific, engineers and executives began, with enormous budgets and total secrecy, to plan the next evolution of home consoles. The PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, and Sega Dreamcast all made radically different bets on what gamers would want. And then, to the shock of the world, Bill Gates announced the development of the one console to beat them all-even if Microsoft had to burn a few billion dollars to do it. In this book, you will learn about the cutthroat environment at Microsoft as rival teams created console systems the day the head of Sega of America told the creator of Sonic the Hedgehog to "f**k off" how "lateral thinking with withered technology" put Nintendo back on top and much more! Gripping and comprehensive, The Ultimate History of Video Games: Volume 2 explores the origins of modern consoles and of the franchises-from Grand Theft Auto and Halo to Call of Duty and Guitar Hero-that would define gaming in the new millennium.

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AN OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK 'One of those rare books that once you've finished, comes with you for life' RACHEL JOYCE 'A moving book ... I was enraptured by it' PHILIPPA PERRY 'Readers, you will shed tears and talk long into the night about this book' ANDREW SEAN GREER 'A heartbreaking novel that actually made me happy' MEG WOLITZER An extraordinarily beautiful and life-affirming new novel from one of America's greatest chroniclers of the human heart, Ann Packer. Eliot and his wife Claire have been happily married for nearly four decades. They've raised two children in their sleepy Connecticut town and have weathered the inevitable ups and downs that come with a long marriage. Now, eight years into Claire's cancer diagnosis it's time to gather their loved ones and prepare for what comes next. Through Claire's illness, Eliot has willingly and lovingly shifted into the role of caregiver, coming to appreciate the new intimacy this creates. But as he focuses on settling into what will be their last weeks together, Claire makes an unexpected request that leaves him reeling. Ann Packer makes a triumphant return with this beautifully powerful and life-affirming novel. Some Bright Nowhere explores the profound gifts and costs of truly loving someone, and the unexpected feelings we experience as the end of life draws near. 'As devastating as it is life-affirming' iPAPER 'This beautifully written story is going to get you thinking about some things that really matter' OPRAH WINFREY 'Intimate and devastating; I felt winded, while reading, and unable to look away' CLAIRE DAVERLEY, author of Talking at Night ' Extraordinary. Books like this are why I love reading' ELIN HILDERBRAND, author of The Perfect Couple 'I read it in awe and haven't stopped thinking about it since' CLAIRE POWELL, author of At the Table 'A moving meditation on love's many forms' PEOPLE 'Packer's gorgeous, deeply involving novel is a suspenseful and radiant reckoning with love, sorrow, and the everlasting mystery of death' BOOKLIST 'One of those rare books that leaves you feeling altered somehow, like the light has shifted' HUMA QURESHI, author of Playing Games 'Prose beautiful enough to get you drunk ... A triumph' RUFI THORPE, author of Margo's Got Money Troubles 'I read it feverishly; I lived and mourned with its characters' AY¿EGÜL SAVA¿, author of The Anthropologists 'Exquisite ... you've never read a novel about marriage quite like this one' TANIA JAMES, author of Loot

The BRAND NEW heartwarming read from the author of the NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER The Last List of Mabel Beaumont, perfect for fans of One Day, Taylor Jenkins Reid's Maybe in Another Life and Cecelia Ahern! ¿'Warm, wise and deeply insightful, I adored every page. ' No.1 bestselling author, Shari Low What if the answer to one little question could change your whole life? Soon after Anna goes on the best date of her life with a man called James - she and her best friend Nia visit a fortune teller. Who tells Nia that she will have one great love. But all she tells Anna is that her future is with a man whose name begins with a J. It won't be James though - he never calls. And then Anna meets Edward - gorgeous, kind, loving. He's all she's ever dreamed of. Until he asks her to make a choice about their future. If Anna says 'yes' to him, her life will go one way. If she says 'no', it'll go another. Both of the worlds could be happy. Both of the worlds could be heartbreaking... But as Nia meets her one great love in both worlds, which of Anna's answers - yes or no - will bring her life together with the person who she's fated to be with? Readers love The Life She Could Have Lived: ' I love a Sliding Doors-style story and this one hooked me in right from the start, making me question what I'd do differently in my own life. I was laughing one moment and in tears the next. Simply gorgeous. ' Jessica Redland, bestselling author ' Thought-provoking, tender, wise and hopeful , The Life She Could Have Lived is the kind of book you finish with a deeply satisfied sigh. I loved it .' Kate Storey, bestselling author ' Genuinely uplifting read - have the tissues on hand ! I read this book in one sitting, couldn't put it down... Beautiful read .' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Such a moving and beautifully written book . The Life She Could Have Lived explores grief, regret, and the weight of the past with so much tenderness and honesty . It's about the quiet moments of life-the ones we often overlook-that end up shaping everything... bittersweet, emotional, and full of heart .' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Absolutely enthralling... I was completely hooked from start to finish .' Review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' This book took me on a rollercoaster of emotions . I think a lot of people look back at their lives and think about how a decision changed everything... This book made me cry and laugh. It will be one I'll reflect back on for a long time. I can't wait to now read more Laura Pearson books!!!' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Reading a book by Laura Pearson is like meeting a new person, hearing their story, and walking away with a new friend. Her characters feel real, their emotions raw, and their journeys unforgettable. A beautiful, reflective read that stays with you.' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Fantastic characters and very clever storytelling makes for a beautiful book, which will stay with you long after you finish it ... Even when I forced myself to put my ereader down, within a few minutes I'd picked it up again. My advice is to start it early in the day otherwise you will be reading long pass your usual lights out .' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Such a beautiful and heartfelt book ... Brilliant... I was grabbed from the very beginning .' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This novel captivated me in the most wonderful way , and I cherished every moment of it... I found it nearly impossible to set it aside because I was eager to see what would unfold next.' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿

When bodies are found dangling from oil rigs, Texas Ranger Rachel Blackwood comes face-to-face with a macabre mystery soaked in black gold. As she explores deserted oil fields, will Rachel be able to stop a killer from drilling a path of terror through the heart of Texas? "A masterpiece of thriller and mystery." —Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) NOT THIS PLACE (A Rachel Blackwood Suspense Thriller—Book 7) is the seventh book in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller The Perfect Wife (a free download) has received over 20,000 five star reviews. As a child, Rachel felt a connection to her Native American heritage, learning traditional customs and survival skills from the aunt who raised her. Haunted for years by her parents' mysterious and unsolved deaths, Rachel vowed to find their killer—and protect all other innocent lives from the same fate. A page-turning and harrowing suspense thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured protagonist, the RACHEL BLACKWOOD series is a riveting mystery, packed with suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Future books in the series are also available. "An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next." —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!" —Reader review (Her Last Wish) "A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!" —Reader review (City of Prey) "Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours." —Reader review (City of Prey) "Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone) "Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!" —Reader review (Girl, Alone)

An easy-to-follow guide for beginners and intermediate programmers to master modern C# and .NET development through hands-on examples using Visual Studio 2026 and VS Code. Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader Key Features: - Explore the newest additions to the C# language, the .NET class libraries, and data modeling with Entity Framework Core - Build professional modern websites and services with ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and Minimal API services - Enhance your skills with step-by-step code examples and good practice tips Book Description: C# and .NET continue to power modern cross-platform and enterprise development. With the release of C# 14 and .NET 10, developers gain access to a more capable, efficient, and future-ready platform for building websites, services, and applications across Windows, Linux, and macOS. This fully updated tenth edition takes a practical, hands-on approach. You'll start with core C# and object-oriented programming concepts, then progress through building, testing, and debugging applications while working with .NET libraries, filesystems, serialization, and LINQ. The book covers key C# 14 enhancements-such as field modifiers, partial events, and instance constructors, explained through real-world examples. You'll also build modern web solutions using ASP.NET Core 10, Blazor, and Minimal APIs, including support for native AOT compilation, making this book well suited for cloud-native, microservice, and container-based development. By the end of the book, you'll be confident in building maintainable, high-performance websites and services aligned with modern .NET development practices. What You Will Learn: - Discover the new features in .NET 10, including the NumericOrdering option and OrderedDictionary enhancements - Leverage the latest ASP.NET Core 10 features, such as OpenAPI 3.1 document generation, YAML format support, and populating XML doc comments - Use native AOT publishing for faster startup and reduced memory footprint - Build rich web user interface experiences with Blazor - Integrate databases into your applications using EF Core 10 entity models - Query and manipulate data using LINQ - Develop powerful web services with Minimal APIs Who this book is for: This book is for beginner-to-intermediate C# and .NET developers who want to build modern, cross-platform websites and services. Prior experience with C# or .NET is helpful but not required; a basic understanding of programming concepts is sufficient. Table of Contents - Hello, C#! Welcome, .NET! - Speaking C# - Controlling Flow, Converting Types, and Handling Exceptions - Writing, Debugging, and Testing Functions - Building Your Own Types with Object-Oriented Programming - Implementing Interfaces and Inheriting Classes - Packaging and Distributing .NET Types - Working with Common .NET Types (N.B. Please use the Read Sample option to see further chapters)

Most people do not fail at life because they lack ambition or information. They fail because they cannot stop performing long enough to find out what is actually true. Be Real is a book about that performance â— where it comes from, what it costs, and what becomes possible when you finally set it down. Drawing on psychology, philosophy, and the lived stories of people at genuine turning points, Talia Brennick examines the emotional armor adults wear at work, in relationships, in parenting, and inside their own heads at three in the morning. She explores how workplaces demand emotional management, how childhood conditional regard trains people to tie their worth to achievement, how shame disguises itself as clarity, and how the culture of never-quite keeps people running toward a finish line that was never real. Chapter by chapter, Be Real moves through the territory where authenticity actually matters: the flinch that hijacks honest feedback, the trust built or eroded through small daily moments, the grief that surfaces when performed certainty finally collapses, the digital curation that makes people visible while leaving them profoundly unknown. Each chapter centers on a specific person navigating a specific kind of performance â— a project manager suppressing grief at work, a pediatric therapist who cannot stop achieving, an architect whose firm fails, a couple who have become a strong team but no longer feel like a couple, a leader who mistakes polished calm for competence. Brenick's approach is neither comfortable nor cruel. She does not romanticize vulnerability or dismiss protective armor as merely unhealthy. She acknowledges that for people navigating racism, sexism, class pressure, or other structural risks, armor is often a rational survival strategy. Her concern is not that the mask exists, but that it is heavy, rarely examined, and costly over time â— to sleep, to relationships, and to the basic experience of being known. The book's guiding principle â— the "Philosophy of the Inconvenient Truth" â— holds that life changes not through affirmations but through the moment a person dares to name what they have long known but avoided saying aloud. Most dead ends are not a lack of motivation. They are a refusal to admit something inconvenient: about work, about a relationship, about a habit, or about oneself. Naming it clearly does not guarantee ease. It does make the next step obvious. Be Real closes with a practical field guide for the first ninety days of showing up differently â— not as a performance of authenticity, but as the unglamorous, uneven, repeatable practice of choosing honesty over management, contact over distance, and sufficiency as a starting point rather than a distant reward. This is not a book about becoming someone else. It is a book about stopping the exhausting work of pretending to be someone you have already outgrown.

Discover the BRAND NEW breathtaking, unputdownable thriller from bestselling author Tom Bale Perfect for fans of All Her Fault, Harlan Coben and Simon Kernick! 'Very clever and very nasty. Tom Bale is back. With a vengeance.' Bestselling author Luke Jennings 'A masterclass in nail-biting tension and a true page turner' Bestselling author K. L. Slater It wasn't just a fall. It was a game... And Freddie Manning lost. Grieving father Harry Manning is determined to expose the dark secrets behind the party that cost his son his life. The courts ruled it an accident, but Harry is certain that Nathan Webb is responsible for Freddie's death, and he will do anything to prove it. As Harry seeks revenge, he finds an unlikely ally in Nathan's wife, Erin. Nobody knows better than Erin Webb just how violent Nathan can be, but her own private torment compels her to help Harry. Even when it means putting both their lives on the line. Together, can they uncover the truth behind that deadly game... ... a truth someone will kill to keep buried? 🩸 Praise for Tom Bale: 'A fantastic thriller. Gripped me from the first page and didn't let go. Tom Bale is the British Harlan Coben.' John Carson 'Tom Bale is one of the best British thriller writers around.' Simon Kernick 'A masterclass in nail-biting tension and a true page turner, but that's not all. Bale sensitively explores themes of revenge, grief and fatherhood and gives us very well-developed characters and surprising twists.' Bestselling author K. L. Slater 'Wow!! This book is incredible. I did not know what to expect from one page to the next. My kindle couldn't turn the pages fast enough. Needless to say, I read this book in one sitting. The "need to know" was greater than the need for sleep. And it was so worth it. This is a book that needs to be on your must read list.' Reader Review 'Abandon everything else because it is impossible to put down! Trust me, I read for 6 hours straight, kidding myself, just one more chapter, until it was suddenly 5am!!!! Tom Bale really does know how to reel you in!!' Reader Review 'Grips you from the get-go and you don't want to let go until the end!!!... Hold onto your hats, you're in for one hell of a ride.' Reader Review 'An incredible, unable to put down novel! I read this in one day because I just couldn't stop!... So many twist and turns that I was in shock! The ending was my favourite by far!' Reader Review 'Sit down, buckle up, and get ready for one heck of an adrenaline rush! This book starts off fast and never really lets up. From the opening event to the wrap-up, I was enthralled and couldn't read fast enough.' Reader Review

The Unified Theory of Discrete Quantum Transitions and Cosmic Continuity Is Time a flowing river, or a series of frozen pixels? In the most ambitious synthesis of the 21st century, researcher B. Vivekanand Patnaik addresses the ultimate silence at the heart of modern physics: the fact that our fundamental equations do not require "Time" to exist. While Einstein viewed time as a flexible fabric and Quantum Mechanics sees it as a series of random jumps, neither fully explains the smooth, persistent "Now" we experience. In "Chronos: The Emergent Illusion," Patnaik unveils a revolutionary framework-The Patnaik Synthesis-to bridge this gap. By merging the rigorous mathematics of Loop Quantum Gravity with the profound ontological insights of Bhartiya Darshan (Ancient Indian Philosophy), this 100-page treatise proves that Time is not a fundamental dimension, but a regulated "Information Shift" between the atoms of space. The Core Discovery: The Universal Shift At the center of this work is the "Regulator"-the mechanism that synchronizes billions of discrete quantum "pixels" into a single, flowing cosmic pattern. Patnaik demonstrates that what we perceive as the "passage of time" is actually the rate of information exchange, governed by Entropy and the ancient Vedic concept of Rajas Guna. A Journey Through 10 Definitive Chapters: The Geometry of the Discrete: Discover how the Planck scale mirrors the Paramanuvada of Acharya Kanada, proving reality is digital, not continuous. The Frozen Block: Explore the Wheeler-DeWitt Equation and the Advaita perspective on why the global universe is actually static and timeless. The Mathematics of the Observer: Using the Page-Wootters Mechanism, Patnaik proves that Time is an entanglement phenomenon-a correlation between the "Clock" and the "Seer" (Drig-Drishya Viveka). Holographic Time & Akasha: A deep dive into how our future is pre-computed on the boundaries of space, echoing the ancient Akashic Records. The End of the Shift: What happens inside a Black Hole? A scientific and philosophical look at Pralaya-the point where the "Regulator" fails and time vanishes. Bridging Science and Spirit B. Vivekanand Patnaik does not merely present equations; he restores the soul to physics. He explains why the "Randomness" of the quantum world and the "Predictable Patterns" of the stars are two sides of the same coin, synchronized by a cosmic harmony that maintains the "Now." About the Author B. Vivekanand Patnaik is a visionary researcher based in Patna, India. His work focuses on the convergence of high-dimensional physics and Eastern scientific traditions. Through the Patnaik Synthesis, he offers a roadmap for the next century of Chronological Engineering, moving humanity from being subjects of the clock to masters of the moment. "We are not living 'in' time. Time lives 'in' our relationship with the Universe." CHRONOS: THE EMERGENT ILLUSION is the definitive 100-page guide for physicists, philosophers, and seekers who dare to look behind the ticking of the clock to see the true face of reality. Authored by B. VIVEKANAND PATNAIK First Edition 2026

Unleash the Full Potential of Your iPhone with "iPhone Photography: Ultimate Guide to Shooting Professional Photographs and Cinematic Videos on Your iPhone" by Ethan Brooks! "iPhone Photography: Ultimate Guide to Shooting Professional Photographs and Cinematic Videos on Your iPhone" isn't just another photography guide-it's your ultimate companion for transforming everyday moments into professional-quality photos and cinematic videos. Ethan Brooks, an expert photographer and videography instructor, reveals the powerful capabilities of your iPhone, teaching you to capture images that rival those taken with high-end cameras. Why This Book Will Elevate Your Photography: 🔓 Unlock Your iPhone's Camera Power: Ethan Brooks simplifies the complex features of the iPhone camera, ensuring you harness its full potential to shoot like a pro. Step-by-Step Learning: From mastering the basics to diving deep into advanced techniques, this guide caters to photographers and videographers at all skill levels. Real-World Applications: Learn practical techniques for various shooting styles-whether you're capturing portraits, landscapes, or action-packed videos. Advanced Techniques: Take your skills to the next level with insights into creative lighting, macro photography, cinematic videography, and more. Interactive Challenges: Engage in exercises designed to apply what you've learned and push your creative boundaries. Inside the Book: Mastering Camera Settings - Get to know all the advanced settings of your iPhone to take perfect shots in any situation. 🔍 Macro Photography - Explore the world of tiny details with macro lenses and advanced techniques. Enhancing Photos with Editing Apps - Discover the best apps and tools to edit your photos like a professional. Shooting Cinematic Videos - Learn how to create smooth, cinematic-quality videos using slow-motion, time-lapse, and the revolutionary Cinematic Mode. Essential Accessories - Maximize your photography potential with the right lenses, tripods, and lighting equipment. Who Will Benefit from This Book? Amateur Enthusiasts: Whether you're just starting out or taking casual snapshots, this guide will help you master mobile photography. Seasoned Photographers: If you're already experienced, this book will push your skills further, helping you capture professional-level photos and videos on your iPhone. Join the iPhone Photography Revolution! Move beyond ordinary snapshots and learn to capture breathtaking photos and videos that tell stories. With Ethan Brooks as your guide, you'll unlock a world of creative possibilities, ensuring that every shot you take is worthy of a professional portfolio. Compatibility: This guide is designed for iPhone models from the 13 series to the 16 series, including: iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 iPhone 13 Mini Whether you're using the latest iPhone 16 Pro Max or a model from the iPhone 13 series, this book is tailored to help you unlock the full power of your iPhone's camera features.

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn Modern Standard Arabic Whether you want to travel, communicate with friends or colleagues, reconnect with family, or just understand more of what’s going on in the world around you, learning Modern Standard Arabic will expand your horizons and immeasurably enrich your life. The best part is that it doesn’t have to be difficult or take years to master. Thirty minutes a day is all it takes, and we get you speaking right from the first day. Pimsleur courses use a scientifically-proven method that puts you in control of your learning. If you’ve tried other language learning methods but found they simply didn’t stick, then you owe it to yourself to give Pimsleur a try. Why Pimsleur? - Quick + Easy – Only 30 minutes a day. - Portable + Flexible – Core lessons can be done anytime, anywhere, and easily fit into your busy life. - Proven Method – Works when other methods fail. - Self-Paced – Go fast or go slow – it’s up to you. - Based in Science – Developed using proven research on memory and learning. - Cost-effective – Less expensive than classes or immersion, and features all native speakers. - Genius – Triggers your brain’s natural aptitude to learn. - Works for everyone – Recommended for ages 13 and above. What’s Included? - 30, 30-minute audio lessons - 60 minutes of reading instruction to provide you practice reading Modern Standard Arabic - In total, 16 hours of audio, all featuring native speakers - a Reading Booklet What You’ll Learn Builds upon skills taught in Pimsleur’s Arabic (Modern Standard) Level 1. In the first 10 lessons you’ll begin using the past tense. Structures become more complex and informal speech is introduced. Soon you’ll take part in conversations about ordering meals, shopping, and local tourist attractions. As you progress, your fluency will increase as your vocabulary expands. The next 10 lessons will allow you to further combine and build upon known elements, and produce longer and more complex sentences. You’ll be discussing business and social activities, expressing your interests, and talking about the weather. In the final 10 lessons you’ll double your vocabulary and have several hundred structures to draw upon. You’ll learn to express yourself with relative structures – faster, slower, etc. You’ll be able to ask for assistance in many situations and to ask for directions to various locations. You’ll explore sports and leisure activities, manage changing money and banking, and discuss travel plans. By the end of the program, you’ll be speaking at a mid-intermediate level with near-native pronunciation, and you’ll be comfortable meeting most social demands and limited job requirements. Reading Lessons, which build upon the reading skills acquired in Level 1, are included at the end of Lesson 30. These lessons, which total about one hour, are designed to give you practice reading Modern Standard Arabic. The Pimsleur Method We make no secret of what makes this powerful method work so well. Paul Pimsleur spent his career researching and perfecting the precise elements anyone can use to learn a language quickly and easily. Here are a few of his “secrets”: The Principle of Anticipation In the nanosecond between a cue and your response, your brain has to work to come up with the right word. Having to do this boosts retention, and cements the word in your mind. Core Vocabulary Words, phrases, and sentences are selected for their usefulness in everyday conversation. We don’t overwhelm you with too much, but steadily increase your ability with every lesson. Graduated Interval Recall Reminders of new words and structures come up at the exact interval for maximum retention and storage into your long-term memory. Organic Learning You work on multiple aspects of the language simultaneously. We integrate grammar, vocabulary, rhythm, melody, and intonation into every lesson, which allows you to experience the language as a living, expressive form of human culture. Learning in C

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn Korean Whether you want to travel, communicate with friends or colleagues, reconnect with family, or just understand more of what’s going on in the world around you, learning Korean will expand your horizons and immeasurably enrich your life. The best part is that it doesn’t have to be difficult or take years to master. Thirty minutes a day is all it takes, and we get you speaking right from the first day. Pimsleur courses use a scientifically-proven method that puts you in control of your learning. If you’ve tried other language learning methods but found they simply didn’t stick, then you owe it to yourself to give Pimsleur a try. Why Pimsleur? - Quick + Easy – Only 30 minutes a day. - Portable + Flexible – Core lessons can be done anytime, anywhere, and easily fit into your busy life. - Proven Method – Works when other methods fail. - Self-Paced – Go fast or go slow – it’s up to you. - Based in Science – Developed using proven research on memory and learning. - Cost-effective – Less expensive than classes or immersion, and features all native speakers. - Genius – Triggers your brain’s natural aptitude to learn. - Works for everyone – Recommended for ages 13 and above. What’s Included? - 30, 30-minute audio lessons - 60 minutes of reading instruction to provide you practice reading Korean - In total, 16 hours of audio, all featuring native speakers - A Reading Booklet What You’ll Learn Builds upon skills taught in Pimsleur’s Korean Level 1. In the first 10 lessons you’ll begin using the past tense. Structures become more complex and informal speech is introduced. Soon you’ll take part in conversations about ordering meals, shopping, and local tourist attractions. As you progress, your fluency will increase as your vocabulary expands. The next 10 lessons will allow you to further combine and build upon known elements, and produce longer and more complex sentences. You’ll be discussing business and social activities, expressing your interests, and talking about the weather. In the final 10 lessons you’ll double your vocabulary and have several hundred structures to draw upon. You’ll learn to express yourself with relative structures – faster, slower, etc. You’ll be able to ask for assistance in many situations and to ask for directions to various locations. You’ll explore sports and leisure activities, manage changing money and banking, and discuss travel plans. By the end of the program, you’ll be speaking at a mid-intermediate level with near-native pronunciation, and you’ll be comfortable meeting most social demands and limited job requirements. Reading Lessons, which build upon the reading skills acquired in Level 1, are included at the end of Lesson 30. These lessons, which total about one hour, are designed to give you practice reading Korean. The Pimsleur Method We make no secret of what makes this powerful method work so well. Paul Pimsleur spent his career researching and perfecting the precise elements anyone can use to learn a language quickly and easily. Here are a few of his secrets: The Principle of Anticipation In the nanosecond between a cue and your response, your brain has to work to come up with the right word. Having to do this boosts retention, and cements the word in your mind. Core Vocabulary Words, phrases, and sentences are selected for their usefulness in everyday conversation. We don’t overwhelm you with too much, but steadily increase your ability with every lesson. Graduated Interval Recall Reminders of new words and structures come up at the exact interval for maximum retention and storage into your long-term memory. Organic Learning You work on multiple aspects of the language simultaneously. We integrate grammar, vocabulary, rhythm, melody, and intonation into every lesson, which allows you to experience the language as a living, expressive form of human culture. Learning in Context Research has shown that learning new words in context dramatically accelerate

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn Russian Whether you want to travel, communicate with friends or colleagues, reconnect with family, or just understand more of what’s going on in the world around you, learning Russian will expand your horizons and immeasurably enrich your life. The best part is that it doesn’t have to be difficult or take years to master. Thirty minutes a day is all it takes, and we get you speaking right from the first day. Pimsleur courses use a scientifically-proven method that puts you in control of your learning. If you’ve tried other language learning methods but found they simply didn’t stick, then you owe it to yourself to give Pimsleur a try. Why Pimsleur? - Quick + Easy – Only 30 minutes a day. - Portable + Flexible – Core lessons can be done anytime, anywhere, and easily fit into your busy life. - Proven Method – Works when other methods fail. - Self-Paced – Go fast or go slow – it’s up to you. - Based in Science – Developed using proven research on memory and learning. - Cost-effective – Less expensive than classes or immersion, and features all native speakers. - Genius – Triggers your brain’s natural aptitude to learn. - Works for everyone – Recommended for ages 13 and above. What’s Included? - 30, 30-minute audio lessons - 60 minutes of reading instruction to provide you practice reading Russian - In total, 16 hours of audio, all featuring native speakers - a Reading Booklet What You’ll Learn Builds upon skills taught in Pimsleur’s Russian Level 1. In the first 10 lessons you’ll begin using the past tense. Structures become more complex and informal speech is introduced. Soon you’ll take part in conversations about ordering meals, shopping, and local tourist attractions. As you progress, your fluency will increase as your vocabulary expands. The next 10 lessons will allow you to further combine and build upon known elements, and produce longer and more complex sentences. You’ll be discussing business and social activities, expressing your interests, and talking about the weather. In the final 10 lessons you’ll double your vocabulary and have several hundred structures to draw upon. You’ll learn to express yourself with relative structures – faster, slower, etc. You’ll be able to ask for assistance in many situations and to ask for directions to various locations. You’ll explore sports and leisure activities, manage changing money and banking, and discuss travel plans. By the end of the program, you’ll be speaking at a mid-intermediate level with near-native pronunciation, and you’ll be comfortable meeting most social demands and limited job requirements. Reading Lessons, which build upon the reading skills acquired in Level 1, are included at the end of Lesson 30. These lessons, which total about one hour, are designed to give you practice reading Russian. The Pimsleur Method We make no secret of what makes this powerful method work so well. Paul Pimsleur spent his career researching and perfecting the precise elements anyone can use to learn a language quickly and easily. Here are a few of his “secrets”: The Principle of Anticipation In the nanosecond between a cue and your response, your brain has to work to come up with the right word. Having to do this boosts retention, and cements the word in your mind. Core Vocabulary Words, phrases, and sentences are selected for their usefulness in everyday conversation. We don’t overwhelm you with too much, but steadily increase your ability with every lesson. Graduated Interval Recall Reminders of new words and structures come up at the exact interval for maximum retention and storage into your long-term memory. Organic Learning You work on multiple aspects of the language simultaneously. We integrate grammar, vocabulary, rhythm, melody, and intonation into every lesson, which allows you to experience the language as a living, expressive form of human culture. Learning in Context Research has shown that learning new words in context dramatically acc

Pimsleur's Norwegian Level 2 is now available using Dr. Pimsleur's scientifically-proven method. This 16-CD set includes approximately 16 hours of audio language instruction in 30 daily lessons plus an hour of reading instruction. With it, you will be speaking and understanding Norwegian in no time. The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn Norwegian Whether you want to travel, communicate with friends or colleagues, reconnect with family, or just understand more of what’s going on in the world around you, learning Norwegian will expand your horizons and immeasurably enrich your life. The best part is that it doesn’t have to be difficult or take years to master. Thirty minutes a day is all it takes, and we get you speaking right from the first day. Pimsleur courses use a scientifically-proven method that puts you in control of your learning. If you’ve tried other language learning methods but found they simply didn’t stick, then you owe it to yourself to give Pimsleur a try. Why Pimsleur? - Quick + Easy – Only 30 minutes a day. - Portable + Flexible – Core lessons can be done anytime, anywhere, and easily fit into your busy life. - Proven Method – Works when other methods fail. - Self-Paced – Go fast or go slow – it’s up to you. - Based in Science – Developed using proven research on memory and learning. - Cost-effective – Less expensive than classes or immersion, and features all native speakers. - Genius – Triggers your brain’s natural aptitude to learn. - Works for everyone – Recommended for ages 13 and above. What’s Included? - 30, 30-minute audio lessons - 60 minutes of reading instruction to provide additional vocabulary and give you practice in reading with correct pronunciation and accent - in total, 16 hours of audio, all featuring native speakers - a Reading Booklet and User’s Guide What You'll Learn Builds upon skills taught in Pimsleur’s Norwegian Level 1. Norwegian Level 2 expands your options giving you increased confidence and fluency that will allow you to join in conversations, and to communicate ideas with greater accuracy and detail. Upon completion of Level 2, you'll be speaking at an Intermediate mid level on the ACTFL scale, and with pitch-perfect pronunciation. In the first 10 lessons you’ll begin using the past tense. Structures become more complex and informal speech is introduced. Soon you’ll take part in conversations about ordering meals, shopping, and local tourist attractions. As you progress, your fluency will increase as your vocabulary expands. The next 10 lessons will allow you to further combine and build upon known elements, and produce longer and more complex sentences. You’ll be discussing business and social activities, expressing your interests, and talking about the weather. In the final 10 lessons you’ll double your vocabulary and have several hundred structures to draw upon. You’ll learn to express yourself with relative structures – faster, slower, etc. You’ll be able to ask for assistance in many situations and to ask for directions to various locations. You’ll explore sports and leisure activities, manage changing money and banking, and discuss travel plans. By the end of the program, you’ll be comfortable meeting most social demands and limited job requirements. Reading Lessons are included to expand vocabulary and to provide an alternative view of the sounds and sound combinations. You'll be reading words, phrases, and short sentences using familiar vocabulary as well as new vocabulary regarding useful topics such as food, travel, shopping, communication, and more. A Reading Booklet to be used with the audio lessons is also included in PDF format. The Pimsleur Method We make no secret of what makes this powerful method work so well. Paul Pimsleur spent his career researching and perfecting the precise elements anyone can use to learn a language quickly and easily. Here are a few of his “secrets”: The Principle of Anticipation In the nanosecond between a cue and your response, your bra