An Introduction to Japanese Grammar and Communication Strategies
- 502 pages
- 18 hours of reading
Senko K. Maynard Books
Senko K. Maynard is a leading expert in Japanese language and linguistics. Her work focuses on discourse and conversation analysis, exploring how structure and subjectivity shape meaning and communication in Japanese. Maynard delves deeply into the nuances of the language, examining how subjectivity, emotion, and voice influence expression. Her approach offers readers a profound understanding of complex communication strategies and the cultural dimensions of Japanese conversation.
101 Japanese Idioms
Understanding Japanese Language and Culture Through Popular Phrases
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Features 101 Japanese idiomatic and proverbial expressions that aim to enrich students knowledge of Japanese language and culture. This book and audio program provide expressions in Japanese orthography and romanization, along with an illustration. The audiocassettes include readings of the dialogues to help improve students' pronunciation.