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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>This approachable guide to one of the world's oldest, richest languages explains the fundamental grammar and usage rules that readers need to know in order to gain a basic proficiency with the language, including parts of speech, sentence structure, verb tenses, case rules, numbers, and punctuation.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>The fun and easy way to start speaking Hebrew</b><br /><br />One of the most amazing things about Hebrew is that, in less than a century, it has gone from an ancient language of prayer and ritual spoken by a few holy men to a modern language of sunbathing, dining, going to the movies, and countless other everyday activities, spoken by millions. Modern Hebrew is a beautiful language, but for a native English speaker it can be tough wrapping your tongue around exotic expressions like "Ha'im Ayn Oogiyot?" ("What, no cookies?"). As with any language, the quickest way to master Hebrew basics is to immerse yourself in its sounds and rhythms. The next best thing to six months in Haifa, <i>Hebrew For Dummies</i> lets you do just that! <p>Whether you want to communicate with your Israeli cousins, understand Jewish prayers and sacred literature, impress your Jewish in-laws, or you're planning a trip to Israel, this book/audio package can help. In no time, you'll: </p> <ul> <li>Master Hebrew sounds and rhythms</li> <li>Understand basic grammar and usage</li> <li>Get a handle on the Hebrew alphabet</li> <li>Make small-talk, and most everyday transactions</li> <li>Discover the basics of Hebrew blessings and prayer</li> <li>Gain insights into Hebrew culture and traditions</li> </ul> <p>Each chapter of <i>Hebrew For Dummies</i> is organized around a specific set of activities--such as eating, traveling, shopping, and asking directions--and gives you the lowdown on all the Hebrew you'll need to get by. Topics covered include: </p> <ul> <li>Eating, going shopping, having fun, sports, hobbies, talking on the phone, communicating around the office, and other everyday activities</li> <li>Hebrew for travelers, including transportation, hotels, money changing, asking directions, and handling emergencies</li> <li>Sacred Hebrew, including reading the Bible and prayer books, blessing formulas, sacred rites and services, and more</li> </ul> <p>The enclosed audio CD let's you pick up Hebrew the easy way--through actual conversations. It features: </p> <ul> <li>Dialogues by native Hebrew speakers</li> <li>Answers to the Fun & Games activities in the book</li> </ul> <p>The fun, easy way to master basic Hebrew, this book will quickly get you on track with the language skills you need to speak and read Hebrew like a native.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p><b>Covers common expressions, conversations, and cultural notes</b> <p><b>With this guide, you can return to your roots or create new ones</b> <p>Want to discover how to speak Hebrew? This easy-to-understand guide explains basic grammar and usage, covering everything from the alphabet and numbers to making small talk, planning a trip, and changing money. You'll also discover the basics of Hebrew blessings and prayer, as well as the significance of the holy days. <p>Pick up Hebrew the easy way --through actual conversations <p>Features dialogues by native Hebrew speakers <p>Allows you to hear Hebrew as it's really spoken <p>Reinforces lessons from the book <p><b>Get smart !<br> @www.dummies.com</b> <ul> <li><b>Find listings of all our books</b></li> <li><b>Choose from many different subject categories</b></li> <li><b>Sign up for eTips at etips.dummies.com</b></li> </ul><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Jill Suzanne Jacobs, MA, </b> is a writer, Jewish educator, and part of the editorial team of MyJewishLearning.com. She has taught and helped create course materials for Hebrew and Jewish studies classes.</p>

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