34 Best 「german learning」 Books of 2024| Books Explorer

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  1. The Everything Learning German Book: Speak, write, and understand basic German in no time (Everything® Series)
  2. Living Language German, Complete Edition: Beginner through advanced course, including 3 coursebooks, 9 audio CDs, and free online learning
  3. Mittelpunkt Neu: Lehrbuch B2
  4. Emil und die Detektive
  5. Die unendliche Geschichte
  6. Short Stories in German for Beginners (Teach Yourself Short Stories)
  7. Learn German With Stories: Café in Berlin - 10 Short Stories For Beginners (Dino lernt Deutsch - Simple German Short Stories For Beginners)
  8. Aussichten in sechs Banden: Kurs- und Arbeitsbuch A1.1 & Audio-CDs (2) & DVD
  9. Das Wunder von Bern.
  10. Living German: A Grammar-Based Course
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No.2
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Complete German is a unique multimedia program that takes you beginner to advanced level in one convenient package. At the core of Complete German is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our method teaches you the whole language, so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words or scripts. Millions have learned with Living Language®. Now it’s your turn. • 3 Books: 46 lessons, additional review exercises, culture notes, an extensive glossary, and a grammar summary—plus a bonus notebook • 9 Audio CDs*: Vocabulary, dialogues, audio exercises, and more—listen while using the books or use for review on the go • Free Online Learning: Flashcards, games, and interactive quizzes for each lesson at www.livinglanguage.com/languagelab *Access to downloadable audio also available with purchase.To learn more visit livinglanguage.com.The Living Language Method™Build a Foundation Start speaking German immediately using essential words and phrases.Progress with Confidence Build on each lesson as you advance to full sentences, then actual conversations. Retain what You’ve Learned Special recall exercises move your new language from short-term to long-term memory.Achieve Your Goals Don’t just mimic or memorize. Develop practical language skills to speak in any situation.

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No.3
83

Mittelpunkt Neu: Lehrbuch B2

None
Klett (Ernst) Verlag,Stuttgart

"Gut wie immer: hohe Transparenz der Lernziele durch konsequente Orientierung am GER klar gekennzeichnete Prfungsaufgaben zur optimalen Vorbereitung auf die B2-Prfungen aktuelle Themen aus Alltag, Beruf, Wissenschaft und Kultur intensives Training aller Fertigkeiten konsequente Handlungsorientierung"

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No.4
83

Emil und die Detektive

Kastner, Erich
Klett (Ernst) Verlag,Stuttgart
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No.5
78

Bastian Balthasar Bux entdeckt in einem Antiquariat ein Buch, das ihn auf magische Weise anzieht: „Die unendliche Geschichte“. Er liest vom Reich Phantásien, in dem sich auf unheimliche Weise das Nichts immer weiter ausbreitet. Schuld daran ist die geheimnisvolle Krankheit der Kindlichen Kaiserin, die einen neuen Namen braucht, um gesund zu werden. Den kann ihr aber nur ein Menschenkind geben. Sollte Bastian selbst jenes Kind sein, das Phantásien zu retten vermag? Zusammen mit dem jungen Krieger Atréju und dem Glücksdrachen Fuchur begibt er sich auf eine Reise durch Phantásien, in der bald jede Minute zählt.\\nDER Klassiker der deutschen Phantastik über die Macht der Phantasie\\nWeltweiter Bestseller – übersetzt in 41 Sprachen, über 9 Millionen verkaufte Bücher!

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No.6
75

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in German for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when reading.What does this book give you?· Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making reading fun, while you learn a wide range of new vocabulary· Controlled language at your level, including the 1000 most frequent words, to help you progress confidently· Authentic spoken dialogues, to help you learn conversational expressions and improve your speaking ability· Pleasure! It's much easier to learn a new language when you're having fun, and research shows that if you're enjoying reading in a foreign language, you won't experience the usual feelings of frustration - 'It's too hard!' 'I don't understand!'· Accessible grammar so you learn new structures naturally, in a stress-free wayCarefully curated to make learning a new language easy, these stories include key features that will support and consolidate your progress, including· A glossary for bolded words in each text· A bilingual word list· Full plot summary· Comprehension questions after each chapter. As a result, you will be able to focus on enjoying reading, delighting in your improved range of vocabulary and grasp of the language, without ever feeling overwhelmed or frustrated. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in German for Beginners will make learning German easy and enjoyable.

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No.7
74

Get ready - it's time to start learning!You will be amazed at what you can pick up—it's so much more than just a few words here or there. Take your German to the next level and boost your vocabulary, reading comprehension and grammar sense with episode 1 of our short story series for beginners!Newly arrived in Berlin, a young man from Sicily is thrown headlong into an unfamiliar urban lifestyle of unkempt bachelor pads, evanescent romances and cosmopolitan encounters of the strangest kind. How does he manage the new language? Will he find work?Experience daily life in the German capital through the eyes of a newcomer, learn about the city and its people, and improve your German effortlessly and instantly.It's all about immersion! The ultimate goal of any good learner.Just got started learning the language of poets and thinkers? Memorized a few words but struggle with longer texts? This book is designed to help beginners make the leap from studying isolated words and phrases to reading (and enjoying!) German fiction.Using simplified sentence structures and a very basic vocabulary you can build upon, this German reader of 10 short stories for beginners is carefully crafted to allow even novice learners to fully immerse themselves in an authentic German learning experience.Each chapter comes with a complete German-English dictionary with special emphasis on collocative phrases (high frequency word combinations), short sentences and expressions designed for improved memorization.By working with these building blocks instead of just single words, learners can boost their active usage of new material instantly and make the language learning process more fluid and fun.What You'll Find In This Book\n\n10 quirky chapters set in bustling Berlin\na relatable protagonist and other fun characters\ntons of phrases and expressions you will actually use in daily life\na detailed German-English dictionary after every chapter\nfun short quizzes to check your text-comprehension (including answers)\nbonus materials including video, flashcards and further exercises\nthe beginning of a grand German learning adventure ...\nRead, Learn & Collect Them AllYes! That's right. This is only the first episode of a whole series of exciting German short stories for beginners. Follow our protagonist to Frankfurt, Cologne, Munich, Zurich, Vienna and many other cities! Before you know it, you'll have travelled half of Europe and picked up more German than years' worth of expensive courses.Learning German has never been more fun.What You WON'T Find In This Book\narchaic German words and phrases nobody uses in real life\ndull characters designed by academics and committees\ngeneric sentences that don't go nowhere\ncondescending storytelling that insults your intelligence\na teaching approach which takes itself too seriously\n\nWelcome to episode 1 of Dino lernt Deutsch: Café in Berlin - the perfect way to step up your vocabulary, boost your grammar sense and have a ball reading in German!

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No.9
71

Das Wunder von Bern.

Siemes, Christof
Kiepenheuer & Witsch GmbH

Christof Siemes.

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No.10
66

This new 7th edition includes an up-to-date culture and vocabulary guide, allowing you to broaden your knowledge of contemporary language and customs.Do you want to learn German or brush up what you know already? Are you looking for a course with a traditional approach to language learning, based on solid grammatical foundations, translation skills and practical vocabulary? If so, this is the course for you.The material covers a variety of everyday topics in a simple, concise manner. There are plenty of examples and explanations to illustrate how the language works and to build confidence. Each unit, designed to build systematically on what you have already learned, contains:- clear grammar explanations- vocabulary lists- reading material consisting of a story, dialogue or letter- questions for speaking practice- exercises- 32pp test-yourself section giving you extra practice and allowing you to monitor your progress as you go through the course, helping you keep on top of tricky grammar points and regularly testing the vocabulary you're learning.There are also revision units to help you practise what you are learning. At the back of the book, an exercise key enables you to check your answers while grammar and vocabulary sections provide a useful reference.The accompanying audio will help you with listening and speaking. In addition to a full pronunciation section, it contains reading passages and dialogues from the course book, followed by comprehension questions in German, together with model answers.Download our free app, Teach Yourself Library, from the App Store or Google Play to access the free audio.

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No.12
66

Tschick

Herrndorf, Wolfgang
Rowohlt Taschenbuch

- Zwei Jungs. Ein geknackter Lada. Eine Reise voller Umwege durch ein unbekanntes Deutschland.&sect,Mutter in der Entzugsklinik, Vater mit Assistentin auf Gesch&auml,ftsreise: Maik Klingenberg wird die gro&szlig,en Ferien allein am Pool der elterlichen Vi

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No.13
64

Learning German Has Never Been Easier! Whether you are studying the language in school, planning a trip to Germany or Austria, or trying to learn the basics of the language closest to English, German Made Simple is the perfect book for any self-learner. Void of all nonessentials and refreshingly easy to understand, German Made Simple includes:• Basics of German grammar• Modern German vocabulary• German pronunciation guide• German reading exercises• German economic information• Common German expressions• Review exercises• Complete answer key• German-English dictionary

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No.14
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No.15
63

Learn to speak German? Easy. German All-in-One For Dummies conveniently combines titles from the German Dummies library into one handy guide that covers all of the bases of the German language. For those looking to master fluency in this popular language, this book and CD combo are an efficient and logical choice. German All-in-One For Dummies brings together content from German For Dummies, 2nd Edition, German For Dummies Audio Set, German Phrases For Dummies, Intermediate German For Dummies, and German Essentials For Dummies. ??Plus, it includes a new CD that allows for even more opportunities to practice speaking the language, as well as additional content on grammar and usage to empower you to use and speak German like a native. \nOffers instruction and practice exercises for both speaking and writing German Helps you prepare to demonstrate proficiency in conversational German \nIf you want to improve your German, whether it's for work, travel, or enjoyment, German All-in-One For Dummies has you covered.

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No.16
63

German: How to Speak and Write It

Rosenberg, Joseph
Lightning Source Inc

Ideal as an introduction, supplement, or refresher. Modern course, with strong phrase material and a wealth of pictorial and amusement aids.

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No.17
63

Long trusted as the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and user-friendly grammar available, Hammer's German Grammar and Usage provides students and teachers with a complete guide to German as it is written and spoken today. It includes clear and concise descriptions of all the main grammatical features of German, highlighting the most common forms of usage, both formal and informal. The new edition includes updated modern-day examples, discusses words from English roots in current use such as "zertweeten," and features an entirely new chapter on pronunciation. Its combination of reference grammar and manual of current usage will prove invaluable to students and teachers.

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No.18
63

Homo Faber

Frisch, Max
Suhrkamp Verlag

Der Bürger verläßt das Gefängnis seiner Wohlanständigkeit, versinkt im Anonymen und kehrt anders zurück, als er aufbrach. Dort, wo das Ich sich in der Namenlosigkeit verliert und seine Vergangenheit preisgibt, entfernt sich das Individuum von allem Vertrauten-. (Walter Jens) The tragic story of a man who unwittingly takes his illegitimate daughter as a lover.

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No.19
63

Lick your language problems with DeMYSTiFieD! Want to get the most out of German but don't know where to start? No problem! German DeMYSTiFieD, Second Edition takes the angst out of learning the language. Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide provides a firm foundation in German-language basics. You’ll move on to mastering subjects such as using verbs, asking questions, telling time, counting, and more. Detailed examples and concise explanations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce learning. It's a no brainer. You'll learn:\n\nThe German Alphabet \nSpecial Characters \nDefinite Articles \nConjugations \nPronouns \nAnd more\n\nTopics include: German Prounuciation, People and Names, Asking Questions, Describing People and Things, Indicting Possession, Actions in the Present, Irregularties in Present Tense Verbs, Talking About Location, Talking Abut the Past, Time and Calendar, More Talking About the Past, Important Details, Talking About the Future, Review of Verbs Tenses, Linking Ideas Together, Comparing Things, Using Commands, Using the Passive Voice, Using the Subjunctive Mood, Expressing Wishes and Conditions

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No.20
63

Als der Berufspilot und Schriftsteller Antoine de Saint-Exupéry 1943 den 'Kleinen Prinzen' erfand, konnte er nicht ahnen, welch gewaltiger Erfolg sein Büchlein werden sollte. Die philosophisch-poetische Geschichte vom kleinen Prinzen, der auf der Suche nach Freunden allerlei seltsame Planeten bereist, übt ungebrochene Faszination aus. Sie ist ein Plädoyer für Menschlichkeit, das in über 240 Sprachen und Dialekte übersetzt worden ist. Zwei davon sind hier enthalten, Deutsch und Englisch. Ihr Zusammenspiel ermöglicht einen spannenden Blick auf einen bekannten Text, der so abermals und wieder neu zum Staunen bringt..

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No.21
63

Der Richter Und Sein Henker

Durrenmatt, Friedrich
Rowohlt Taschenbuch Verlag

Der Richter und sein Henker - bk1601; Rowohlt Verlag; Friedrich Dürrenmatt; pocket_book; 1980

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No.22
63

Want to speak German but don't know where to start? This book is for you! Don't waste money buying ten different books when you can learn everything you need in this one book. Don't waste money taking classes at a school when you can teach yourself. Why buy a similarly priced book that only teaches basic entry level German grammar when you can master the language with this one book? With Speak German in 90 Days, all of the prep work is done for you. Each daily lesson will teach you not only what, but how to study. Speak German in 90 Days is a comprehensive self study guide, and teaches the equivalent of two years of a college level German class. It can also be used by intermediate students to brush up on grammar and vocabulary. The content includes:How to Study - Tips and tricks on how to study and what to study to learn and retain the language quickly. Pronunciation - An easy and accurate guide for American English speakers.Grammar - All essential grammar taught in two years of a college level German course Vocabulary - Over 1000 of the most common German wordsVocabulary nuances - Explanations of how to use vocabulary that you can't find in a dictionary or other text books. Idiomatic expressions. Updated and revised September, 2019.

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No.23
62

Berlitz German Phrase Book & CD

Berlitz Publishing
Berlitz Publishing

A fresh, crisp new design re-launches this perennial bestseller. More user-friendly thanks to improved color-coding, new categories and updated CD, this is the phrase book created by the people for the people.

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No.24
62
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No.26
62

Tough Test Questions? Missed Lectures? Not Enough Time?Fortunately, there’s Schaum’s. More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum’s to help them succeed in the classroom and on exams. Schaum’s is the key to faster learning and higher grades in every subject. Each Outline presents all the essential course information in an easy-to-follow, topic-by-topic format. You also get hundreds of examples, sovled problems, and practice exercises to test your skills. This Schaum’s Outline gives you:• Hundreds of practice problems with step-by-step solutions to reinforce knowledge• New graphic representation to better illustrate the rules for modifications in word order, depending upon the type of sentence or clause in which the verb appears• New vocabulary, including updated cultural references and social media references• New German-English glossary • Support for all major textbooks for courses in German GrammarPLUS: Access to revised Schaums.com website with access to over 700 online audio recordings and more.Schaum’s reinforces the main concepts required in your course and offers hundreds of practice questions to help you suceed. Use Schaum’s to shorten your study time-and get your best test scores!Schaum’s Outlines – Problem solved.

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No.27
62

Unlike your average A-to-Z German/English dictionary, Mastering German Vocabulary presents more than 5,000 words in 41 separate categories. This arrangement allows students to understand the relationships of various words. Categories cover the human body, health and medicine, sports, culture and religion, and dozens of other subjects. Engaging example sentences help illustrate the meanings of words and also inform readers on idiomatic expressions, grammatical exceptions, and cultural and geographical information. English-speaking readers will find help in translating those German words and phrases that may be too specialized to be found in ordinary alphabetically arranged bilingual dictionaries. Engaging line art illustrations, charts, and a comprehensive alphabetical word index enhances this volume's usefulness. A fine school supplement for language teachers, students, and language labs, and an aid for anyone who must sometimes get information from German journals and other publications.

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No.28
62
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No.29
62

The ideal travel companion and at-home reference, this volume features more than 2,000 common German words, each accompanied by a brief definition, a sentence in German demonstrating proper usage, and a translation. These up-to-date terms cover 21st century digital technologies and consumer electronics, and a convenient reference section offers greetings and words related to directions, restaurant orders, and other everyday activities, plus helpful tips on vocabulary and grammar.

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No.30
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No.31
62

Product Description \nLong trusted as the most comprehensive, up-to-date and user-friendly grammar available, Hammer’s German Grammar and Usage provides you with a complete guide to German as it is written and spoken today.\nIn a revised layout to improve ease of consultation, this new edition includes:\\nconcise descriptions of the main grammatical phenomena of German and their use\\ncompletely reorganized tables of grammatical features\\nexamples of grammar taken from contemporary German, helping you to understand the underlying grammatical principles more quickly\\ninvaluable guidance on pronunciation and word stress\\ndiscussion of new words from English roots, helping you to communicate in German as Germans do today\\nclarification on current spellings of German with full detail on the most recent revisions to the rules\\nlist of useful internet resources for students, teachers and all learners of German\\nPraised for its lucid explanations, this new edition explains and clearly distinguishes formal and informal spoken and written usage. Hammer’s German Grammar offers you a combination of reference grammar and manual of current usage that you will find invaluable, whether a student or a teacher, at intermediate or advanced level.\n About the Author \nMartin Durrell is Emeritus Professor of German at the University of Manchester, UK.

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No.32
62

German Quickly: A Grammar for Reading German is a thorough, straightforward textbook with a sense of fun. It teaches the fundamentals for reading German literary and scholarly texts of all levels of difficulty. It can be used as an introductory text for scholars with no background in German, or it can serve as a reference text for students wishing to review German. The grammar explanations are detailed and clear, addressing common problems students encounter while learning to read German. This book includes thought-provoking and entertaining reading selections consisting mainly of aphorisms and proverbs. There are also twelve appendices, including a summary of German grammar, descriptions of German dictionaries, a partial answer key, strategies for learning German, and a humanities vocabulary section of about 3,800 words.

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No.33
62

Das neu bearbeitete und aktualisierte Lehr- und Übungsbuch der deutschen Grammatik eignet sich für Lerner der oberen Grundstufe und der Mittelstufe, die gründliche und zusammenhängende Kenntnisse erwerben möchten.Die übersichtlich strukturierte Standardgrammatik wurde mit einem modernen, sehr lernerfreundlichen und übersichtlichen neuen Layout und aktualisierten und modernisierten Übungs- und Beispielsätzen ausgestattet. Die ursprüngliche Struktur und Progression und der bewährte schnelle Wechsel von Erklären und Üben bleiben vollständig erhalten.Das Lernziel ist die sichere Beherrschung der Sprache in der schriftlichen und mündlichen Anwendung. Die Grammatik ist universell einsetzbar und eignet sich als kursbegleitende Übungsgrammatik sowie zum Selbststudium.Eine Übersicht über die Konjugation und Deklination hilft dem Lernenden, sich schnell zu orientieren.Zusätzlich ist ein Lösungsschlüssel (978-3-19-407255-8) erhältlich.

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No.34
62

German Grammar

Rowlinson, William
Oxford Univ Pr

Unlike most grammar series, this one simplifies and clarifies what is often perceived as the most difficult aspect of learning a foreign language. Oxford Easy Grammar texts cover all the fundamental and essential points of a language's grammar in a clear and user-friendly way, with every grammatical point clearly explained and backed up by examples in English before being illustrated in the foreign language. Each area of grammar is presented on a double-page spread for easy access and navigation, with all example sentences highlighted to show what is being illustrated. Finally, a full A-Z list of grammatical terms with clear descriptions rounds out each volume.

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