{"product_id":"handbook-of-the-korean-language-bruce-a-mcdonough-9781514717325","title":"Handbook of the Korean Language","description":"The Handbook of the Korean Language, in just a few short pages, provides a complete, concise introduction and overview of the language, its grammar, and its structure in a very user-friendly form. There is no other resource like it. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIt also clearly and logically describes the contemporary and useful grammar points you will need to know, all in a well-organized handbook format. Rounding out the book are plenty of details and examples, and much more, further aiding your learning journey. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUsing conversational, engaging, clear, and insightful native English, Mr. McDonough describes Korean accurately and completely. Learners at any stage will find it accessible and useful -- a trusty guide to consult again and again. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe high-level overview provides a clear and logical framework so you can understand things as you progress. The nearly countless details allow for drilling down whenever you need to. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn addition to being a self-contained educational resource, the Handbook would nicely complement classroom study as well as the various textbooks on the market. Lastly, this might be a useful tool for Korean natives studying English. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOther features of the Handbook: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e+ over 50 convenient tables and lists of essential language data\u003cbr\u003e+ glossary defining used grammar terms in simple language\u003cbr\u003e+ vigilant exclusion of rarely used and archaic material haunting many books\u003cbr\u003e+ notes about frequency and general usefulness of various grammar points\u003cbr\u003e+ appendices detailing: Hangul and pronunciation (incl. sound change rules), irregular verbs, both number systems (incl. counter and time\/date usage), etc.\u003cbr\u003e+ many example sentences\u003cbr\u003e+ an index\u003cbr\u003e+ recommended book list\u003cbr\u003e+ much more... \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHere are some reader testimonials from Amazon and Goodreads: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAnthony: \"I have especially enjoyed big picture explanations\"\u003cbr\u003eNorman: \"a useful epitome of Korean grammar.\"\u003cbr\u003eMaya: \"Exactly what I've been looking for...I shall be keeping this one handy.\"\u003cbr\u003eMark: \"So many things about Korean make sense to me now after reading this short book.\"\u003cbr\u003eKindle Customer: \"Amazing Introduction\" and \"great explanation of the grammar\"\u003cbr\u003eAmanda: \"packed full of information yet made simple and short at the same time \" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Bruce a. McDonough\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1514717328\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781514717325\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Createspace Independent Publishing Platform\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/22\/2015\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 132\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.28d","brand":"Bruce a. McDonough","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43979845599487,"sku":"9781514717325","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_92ea2d4a-ae38-4fb4-b122-81d17b21506a.jpg?v=1683247129","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/handbook-of-the-korean-language-bruce-a-mcdonough-9781514717325","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}