Many dread small talk and shy away from it as much as possible. But whether we like it or not, there’s no way we can escape small talk because it is part of everyday interactions. Humans are social creatures and we use conversation as our way to emotionally connect with each other. If you are one of them, worry not because you are about to learn the techniques to gracefully jumpstart a conversation with anyone in any situation.

試験に出ない単語、不要な単語を大量に含んだ参考書に、貴重な学習時間を費やしてはいませんか?本コンテンツに収録されている3000語(見出し語1005語+関連語)は、TOEICを知り尽くした5人のエキスパートが選定しました。受験回数、指導経験、関連の著作物など、どれをとっても最強の著者陣が厳選した単語集で、目標のスコアをクリアしましょう。 本オーディオブックには、書籍「新TOEIC(R)テスト スーパー英単語」に付属のCDに収録された「見出し語(英文)」+「例文(英文)」の音声に加え、「類義語(英文)」+「派生語(英文+日本語訳)」の音声も収録されています。

人気シリーズ「キクタン」の改訂２版が登場！

In this extraordinary new tale from Peter H. Reynolds, Jerome discovers the magic of the words all around him—short and sweet words, two-syllable treats, and multisyllable words that sound like little songs. Words that connect, transform, and empower.

Before you take that trip to the UK, get a solid foundation of English! Start speaking English in minutes, and learn key vocabulary, phrases, and grammar in just minutes more with Introduction to British English. Our native English hosts break down all the sentences, grammar, and more in a simple, easily understandable way!

We are in the midst of a global mental health crisis, and mental illnesses are on the rise. But what causes mental illness? And why are mental health problems so hard to treat? Drawing on decades of research, Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer outlines a revolutionary new understanding that for the first time unites our existing knowledge about mental illness within a single framework: mental disorders are metabolic disorders of the brain. Brain Energy will transform the field of mental health, and the lives of countless people around the world.

Have you ever wondered why you have a brain? Let renowned neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett demystify that big gray blob between your ears. In seven short essays (plus a bite-sized story about how brains evolved), this slim, entertaining, and accessible collection reveals mind-expanding lessons from the front lines of neuroscience research. You'll learn where brains came from, how they're structured (and why it matters), and how yours works in tandem with other brains to create everything you experience.

In Siddhartha, Herman Hesse conveys a very profound message for all those who seek meaning in their lives. Though set in India, the concerns of Siddhartha are universal, expressing Hesse's general interest in the conflict between mind, body, and spirit. It is a story of a Brahmin boy who follows his heart and ventures out into the world to experience life as a pious Brahmin, a Samana, a rich merchant, a lover, and ordinary ferryman to a father - each life bringing a new awakening, bringing him closer to the truth until he is finally one with Buddha.

得点アップに結び付く単語だけを覚えて、スコアを100点伸ばそう!■パート別に分類された630単語と出題傾向に沿った630例文を収録!/630の重要語句は、TOEICのパート別と同様に1~7のUnitに分かれて構成されています。更に、各Unitは共通のテーマを持った15語からなる6つのSetに分かれています。学習に取り組むときの「切りのよさ」を設けて、学習計画を立てやすいようにしました。また、各単語には、TOEICの問題スタイルに合わせた例文を付けました。学習した単語は、繰り返しほかの例文に何度も登場するので、自然に記憶の定着が図れます。■音声を4カ国の英語で収録!/米英加豪の4カ国のネイティブスピーカーによる読み上げ音声を録音。ひとつの単語につき【単語⇒訳⇒単語⇒例文】の順に収録しているので、手ぶらでのスキマ学習にも最適です。※本商品にテキスト情報は含まれておりません。◇対象レベル◇TOEIC(R)テスト450点~◇目標レベル◇TOEIC550点~

■人気書籍、アルク「キクジュクBasic 1800」の例文+チャンツ音声 本コンテンツには、書籍に付属の「チャンツ」音声と、チャンツに収録されている全687熟語を使った「例文」音声が収録されています。 ■大学入試やTOEIC対策など、さまざまな場面で役に立つ熟語の知識が身に付きます!収録されている687の熟語は、最新の語彙研究であるコーパスを分析した熟語リストを元に選ばれているため、大学入試やTOEIC対策はもちろん、英会話など、さまざまな場面で役に立つ熟語の知識が身に付きます。 ■チャンツを聞けば、1日2~3分で16語が押さえられる!音楽のリズムに乗って単語や熟語が学習できる、本コンテンツの「チャンツ音声」+単語の使用例も身につく「例文音声」を活用してください。 ※本商品にテキスト情報は含まれておりません。 ◆対象レベル◆・英語初級以上(C)ALC PRESS, INC.

The first part of the Memoirs of Giacomo Casanova, a special film tie-in version. The film, starring Heath Ledger as Casanova with Jeremy Irons and Sienna Miller, will be released in UK February 2006.

In How to Be Better at Almost Everything, best-selling author, fitness expert, entrepreneur, and professional business coach Pat Flynn shares the secrets to learning (almost) every skill, from marketing to music to martial arts to writing and relationships, teaching how to combine interests to achieve greatness in any field. His direct, “Generalist” approach to self-improvement gives you the tools you need to make your mark on the world and make buckets of money - without losing your soul.

Did you know that robots play a very large role in the lives of humans? They clean our floors, explore other worlds, and work in factories. As computers get smaller and faster, robots are growing smarter and more capable. Learn about today's most notable robots and the incredible new robots coming in the future.

Drones seem to be everywhere. But what is the difference between drones used in the military and those used in civilian life? How fast can drones travel? Users pilot crewless aircraft of all shapes and sizes for many different purposes. Learn about the types of drones in use today and how drones will change the world in the years to come.

In this simple, fast-paced audiobook, you will be learning what it takes to create the life you want. 30 Days is for people who are struggling, wanting to change their lives, but they feel powerless and think change comes from the outside. They also keep doing the same things over and over expecting a different result, which Albert Einstein considered to be the purest form of insanity.

英会話の問いを聞いた後に、会話に関する問いが、日本語で出題される問題です。問いで聞かれたポイントを意識しながら、英会話を聞きましょう。中・上級編です。

ドラマ仕立ての英文を題材に、リアルなビジネス現場を「耳で体験」

Spiritual teacher Michael A. Singer explores the question of human identity and shows how the development of consciousness can enable us all to dwell in the present moment and achieve happiness and self-realization.

Although many of us prioritize our physical health through exercise and healthy eating, we often forget to spend time boosting our mind, mood, and mental health. It is so important that we focus on mental self-care and reducing daily stress since mental toughness and resilience will get us through difficult times and help us achieve success in every area of our lives. Using the incredible power of our minds, we can persist and grow in response to life's challenges.

Eight-year-old orphan Beth Harmon is quiet, sullen, and by all appearances unremarkable. That is, until she plays her first game of chess. Her senses grow sharper, her thinking clearer, and for the first time in her life she feels herself fully in control. By the age of 16, she's competing for the US Open championship. But as Beth hones her skills on the professional circuit, the stakes get higher, her isolation grows more frightening, and the thought of escape becomes all the more tempting.