Review
'With a systematic approach, no one could fail to improve their awareness of Spanish vocabulary. But this is also a fascinating book for learners at any level beyond the basics to dip into or browse.' Times Higher Education Supplement

Review
'With a systematic approach, no one could fail to improve their awareness of Spanish vocabulary. But this is also a fascinating book for learners at any level beyond the basics to dip into or browse.' Times Higher Education Supplement

Product Description
Providing a comprehensive reference for all levels of undergraduate Spanish courses, this text offers broad coverage of vocabulary relating to social, commercial and political environments, as well as exposure to commonly encountered technical vocabulary. Accompanying exercises are designed to promote precision and awareness of nuance and register; develop good dictionary usage and encourage effective learning. The book includes Iberian as well as Latin American vocabulary, clearly identifying differences between the two.

Book Description
This book provides a comprehensive and structured vocabulary for all levels of undergraduate Spanish courses. It offers a broad coverage of the concrete and abstract vocabulary relating to the physical, cultural, social, commercial and political environment, as well as exposure to commonly encountered technical vocabulary. The accompanying exercises for private study and classroom use are designed to promote precision and awareness of nuance and register, develop good dictionary use, and encourage effective learning. The book includes both Iberian and Latin American vocabulary, and clearly identifies differences between the two varieties.

About the Author
R.E. Batchelor is an experienced teacher of Spanish and the author of numerous books in this and related fields, including Using Spanish (with C. Pountain 1992), Using Spanish Synonyms (1994), Using French (3rd edition, 2000), and Using French Synonyms (with M. Offord, 1993). He has also published numerous articles of literary, philosophical and historical interest.

Miguel A. San José is Deputy Head Teacher at the Instituto de Educacíon Secundaria 'La Merced' in Valladolid, Spain. He is also a national examiner in various subjects. He has studied in a number of fields and his rich and varied background has inspired his published writings, short stories and poetry.