Learn to speak, read and write Spanish fluently in just 3 months, and adopt an awe-inspiring craft!

This educational language guide into the Spanish language has a newly updated
look and an accompanying audio app that will get you speaking, reading and writing in Spanish easily and promptly.

Inside the pages of this Spanish language book, you'll

- "Imitated pronunciation" sections that make unfamiliar Spanish sounds less daunting to English learners
Word lists, key phrases and model sentences that build vocabulary
- Three self-assessment sections that allow the learner to engage with their own learning, and exercises follow each grammar lesson, reinforcing what has just been taught
- Includes two mini bilingual dictionaries, meaning you can check words in both English and Spanish

Adopting a new language is made exciting and super easy with the latest edition of this classic self-study course providing all the resources that you need to converse, read and write in Spanish. If you're a complete beginner or simply want to refresh your knowledge, Spanish in Three Months will have you speaking Spanish fluently in as little as just 12 weeks.

This carefully structured grammar-based course contains 12 weekly chapters filled with informative lessons on the key grammatical structures and presents a range of useful vocabulary, along with easy-to-follow exercises to encourage your learning. You are taught approximately 4,000 words in a spoken, written and listening format, in addition to a helpful written "imitated pronunciation" guide. It replaces Spanish sounds with English syllables you're already familiar with, so you can perfect your pronunciation at home or on the go.

Whether you're learning a new language for work, a future vacation or as a hobby, the Hugo language course series is the perfect place to start. Learn languages like French, Dutch, German or Portuguese in only 12 weeks! Each course includes an audio app to help with understanding and pronunciation. Language learning has never been so easy!

Learn all about fashion's trailblazers and trendsetters in this boldly illustrated, definitive guide that charts style from the late 19th century to the modern day.From the extravagance of Ancient Egypt, through the legendary houses of Chanel and Dior, to today's catwalk sensations, this gorgeous, carefully curated collection shows how fashion reflects people and places, and captures the times in which they lived. Packed with a dazzling combination of original fashion plates, archive images, and commissioned photography, Fashion takes you on a fabulous tour across the centuries as it catalogues the history of what people wear, revealing how Western fashion has been influenced by design from around the world, and celebrating everything from costume to haute couture. Expert commentary captures the turning points of fashion history, such as when hemlines rose to reveal a glimpse of stocking, youngsters pulled on jeans and "invented" teenagers, the red carpet became a runway, and celebrities became designers. Fashion icons take centre-stage too, with features on famous trend-setters and designers, such as Elizabeth I, Marie Antoinette, and Alexander McQueen, who set the style for each generation. Fashion is an indispensible work of reference whether you're a fashion-mad teen, a wannabe designer, or someone intrigued by the violent origins of the stiletto or the birth of bling. If it's ever been in fashion, it's in this book."

The clearest, simplest guide to artificial intelligence (AI) ever published

Understanding artificial intelligence has never been easier.

Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply AI is the perfect introduction to artificial intelligence for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.

Covering the history of AI, its key ideas and applications, and the philosophy and ethics surrounding it in more than 90 pared-back entries, the concept is explained more clearly than ever before.

Organized by major themes—history, what AI does, AI tools, algorithms, applications, living with AI, and philosophy—entries demystify what exactly artificial intelligence is, how it works, how it has dramatically changed the way we live, and its potential for evolving further.

Whether you are studying AI at school or college, or simply want a jargon-free overview of the subject, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.

Understanding AI has never been easier with Simply Artificial Intelligence.Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Artificial Intelligence is the perfect introduction to the world of AI for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.Covering a broad range of fields within AI - from computing and mathematics to politics and philosophy - entries demystify what artificial intelligence is and how it works, how it has dramatically changed the way we live, and how it might evolve in the future.Explaining each individual aspect of AI more clearly than ever before, the book outlines the key building-blocks and technological milestones in its history, profiles its most important practical applications - both current and predicted - and explores the numerous ethical debates around AI, and its increasing influence on culture and society.Dive deep into this book to further - Clear graphics and simple definitions make this complex and increasingly important subject easier to grasp than ever before.- Entries cover a broad range of relevant subject areas - from computing and mathematics to philosophy and politics - exploring and explaining each one in a super-simple way- Easy-to-understand graphics help to explain over 120 concepts, applications, and theories in a clear, visual way.Whether you are studying science or AI-related subjects at school or college, or simply want a jargon-free overview of this increasingly important subject, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily. Perfect for complete beginners and time-poor readers looking for a quick overview of AI.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there?If you like Simply AI then why not complete the collection and try the other books in DK's wonderful Simply series? Explore the inner workings of the brain like never before with Simply Brain , start asking deeper questions with Simply Philosophy or soar into space with Simply Astronomy.

Immerse yourself in the world of musicals, and fall in love all over again with the songs, stories, characters, and legendary stars from every era.
From Show Boat and The Wizard of Oz to Les Misérables and Hamilton, discover the story of musical theatre and film and see the world's best-loved musicals brought to life.
This beautifully illustrated book is the perfect gift for musical fans everywhere, covering the complete history of the genre, from its earliest origins in dance halls and vaudeville, to the record-breaking West End musicals and spectacular Broadway shows of today. Discover the history, plots, and stars of musical theatre and movie musicals, go backstage to find out more about choreography and set and costume design, and delve into profiles of successful creators such as Andrew Lloyd Webber in this illustrated celebration.
Experience all the excitement of a trip to the theatre with Musicals: The Definitive Visual Guide - a showstopping, visual celebration.

Are you a coffee lover who wants to learn how to extract the perfect brew? This coffee guide is a must-have for anyone looking for information and inspiration to experiment with different beans, methods, and flavours.
Inside this essential go-to guide to all things coffee, you'll discover:
- The essential coffee brewing methods and equipment to help you extract and brew all kinds of coffee with confidence
- Explore the origins of coffee from how cherries are grown, the process of coffee harvesting, and processing into the coffee beans you know and love
- A region-by-region tour of leading coffee-producing countries highlights local processing techniques and different coffee flavour profiles
- Visual step-by-step techniques show you how to roast the beans, prepare an espresso shot, steam milk, and make delicious coffees, just like a barista!
- Over 70 recipes to suit every taste from warming winter brews to refreshing iced coffees blends for a hot summer day - including dairy-free alternatives to milk too!
Improve your appreciation and knowledge of one of the world's favourite pastimes - drinking coffee! Discover the incredible variety of coffee beans grown around the world with profiles from over 40 countries from far-flung places like Vietnam and Bolivia. Readers can delve into coffee tasting and use a tasters wheel to understand the nuances in flavour from bean to bean and understand which notes complement one another.
A great gift to the coffee lovers in your life, they'll be able to delve into the preparation of coffee, from roasting, grinding to brewing. Easy step-by-step instructions will show you the common brewing equipment used to make different coffees. Using the techniques that you have learned, explore the recipe section and master the classics, such as the Americano, Flat White and Macchiato, to more unusual choices, like Caffè de Olla and Ice Maple Latte.
Brew coffee at home like a pro and start your day right with The Coffee Book.

A comprehensive, fun-to-browse, and easy-to-use source of everything you want to know about the movies and the people behind them, The Film Book is a unique treasure trove of a guide that will appeal to anyone who loves movies. From the history of the art form to techniques, and then the films themselves, The Film Book provides an overview of cinematic styles and genres; the industry's greatest and most influential directors, and their key works; as well as looking at filmmaking around the world, from Hollywood to Bollywood.