Mike Harland Bücher

This dictionary has been expanded and updated to provide increased contemporary coverage of both Brazilian and Peninsular Portuguese. Over 80,000 references and 110,000 translations, including business and computing terms, ensure wide-reading, practical coverage of Portuguese and English. Entries are clearly laid out in a "user-friendly" topography. Meaning and style levels are signposted permitting fast and easy selection of the most appropriate translation. The emphasis of this dictionary is contemporary usage of Portuguese and the book includes thousands of constructions and idioms and vocabulary to help the reader understand newspapers, magazines and literature in Brazilian and Peninsular Portuguese. Common abbreviations and acronyms are explained and translated and pronunciation is given in the International Phonetic Alphabet.

Containing chapters on emergencies and villa and apartment rental, this Spanish phrase book also has an enlarged shopping section covering markets and services, and additional useful everyday phrases. It includes chapters on hotels, camping and caravanning, travel, restaurants, the post office and health. Where appropriate, there are also recognition lists of words and signs that may be heard or seen, as well as particular phrases which may be said in reply. The limited pronunciation of each word or phrase is shown alongside the foreign language translation. The book also has an extensive menu reader for easy identification of dishes and methods of cooking, and a mini-dictionary of 1800-2000 words.

Focusing on practical applications, this manual provides techniques for the combative use of a semi-automatic rifle, addressing both civilian self-defense and tactical operations involving two-man teams. While it includes essential marksmanship fundamentals, the primary emphasis is on advanced strategies for close protection scenarios. This guide serves as a complement to the author's previous works on pistol skills and personal security, offering a comprehensive resource for those looking to enhance their tactical proficiency.

Focusing on practical survival techniques, this manual offers a foundational guide to both general and combat survival. It is organized logically to address various considerations essential for preparing for and succeeding in different survival scenarios. While it provides a basic overview, it emphasizes the importance of understanding diverse situations rather than covering every possible aspect.