The most enjoyable way to learn about an unfamiliar culture is through its stories--especially when they're told in two languages!
Thai Stories for Language Learners introduces 28 entertaining Thai stories with bilingual Thai and English versions presented on facing pages. The stories are adapted from traditional folktales with roots in the Thai oral tradition, classic Thai literature, and Thai versions of the Indian Jataka Tales - which describe the past lives of the Buddha. Alongside each story, readers will find: A list of key vocabulary in the Thai script, Romanised form, and the English meanings A set of questions and writing activities A Thai pronunciation guide Online audio recording in order to improve pronunciation and comprehension This book will be of interest to learners who are beginning to read and write the Thai language and would like additional practice, as well as to general readers interested in learning about Thai culture.
Language and Linguistics
Paperback
Joi Jintana Rattankhemakorn, Dylan Eugene Southard, Dylan Southard, Jintana Rattankhemakorn, Jintana Rattanakhemakorn, Patcharee Meeshukon
192 pages
H: 229mm W: 152mm
Weight: 369 grams