A Brief Introduction to The Arabic Alphabet


Book Description

The Arabic alphabet has a rich history, one that is closely linked with the development of culture and society in the Middle East. In this comprehensive introduction the authors trace the origins of the Arabic alphabet back to Aramaic, which also gave rise to the Hebrew and Greek alphabets. Using detailed illustrations the authors investigate early Arabic papyri and early Islamic inscriptions as well as classical Arabic scripts. John F. Healey and G. Rex Smith bring the story up to the present day by examining the practice of calligraphy, printing and computing in Arabic.




ألف باء : مدخل إلى حروف العربية وأصواتها


Book Description

This answer key is to be used with Alif Baa: Introduction to Letters and Sounds, Third Edition. Please note that this answer key is only useful to students and teachers who are NOT using the companion website, which includes self-correcting exercises.




The Arabic Alphabet


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"This book proceeds step by step through all the letters of the Arabic alphabet, showing the sounds they stand for and how they are combined into words. Nothing essential is left out, but no unnecessary complications are added. Readers will find that progress is rapid and will be surprised at the relative ease with which they master the first steps in learning this important world language."--Publisher.




The Arabic Alphabet


Book Description

Discusses the basics of the Arabic language and provides instruction in the Arabic alphabet.




Al-Birka A1-, Introduction to Arabic Letters


Book Description

Al-birka, this textbook is composed of six units in which we will look at the letters of the Arabic alphabet in groups, to highlight the similarity between certain letters and make it easier to learn the script. In each unit, letters are introduced one by one, showing how each one is written and pronounced, based on the following model. First, you will find a box introducing the letter, the different ways in which it can be written and the pronunciation. We also include a word in Arabic that begins with that letter and which will help to identify the letter. We indicate if this letter is a sun letter or a moon letter, which is also a feature of its pronunciation. Then, we practice writing this letter. Finally, you will find a series of exercises helping you to identify the letter visually and by sound. These exercises also develop your writing skills and your vocabulary. The answers are found at the end of the book.




Gateway to Arabic


Book Description

Introduces the learner to a range of Arabic vocabulary grouped according to subject, including items within the home and school, animals, shapes, fruit and vegetables, and others. This work also provides learners with a basic knowledge of Arabic grammar, enabling them to take their first steps in understanding and using non-verbal sentences.




An Introduction to Modern Arabic


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This guide's focus is modern literary Arabic, particularly the style employed by newspapers. Each chapter begins with a text embodying the points to be discussed, and the carefully chosen vocabulary terms are those that arise most often in spoken and written Arabic. A vocabulary list appears in the appendix.




The Early Alphabet


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00 In this generously illustrated book, John Healey outlines the basic principles of the early alphabet and describes the first attempts at alphabetic writing in the Semitic languages. In this generously illustrated book, John Healey outlines the basic principles of the early alphabet and describes the first attempts at alphabetic writing in the Semitic languages.




The Arabic Alphabet


Book Description

An abundance of appealing colours, shapes, and animals populate The Arabic Alphabet Book – an educational indulgence for children aged seven and younger. Kids will enjoy colouring these lively images so much, they might not even notice that they’re learning something along the way. Better still, the activity book offers the opportunity for independent engagement for young people. Once parents set them up with instructions, children can complete the book on their own. Along the way, they’ll improve both their fine motor skills and their understanding of the Arabic language. This enjoyable pastime will also offer non-Arabic-speaking children exposure to the language for the first time. What a fun introduction!




A Brief Introduction to Modern Arabic Literature


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Modern Arabic literature remains little known and poorly understood despite growing curiosity among European readers. This brief introduction offers a unique overview, focusing on developments over the last fifty years. It provides a guide to the literary landscape, indicating the major landmarks in the shape of authors, ideas and debates. The picture that emerges shows that the literature of the modern Arab world, Europe's closest neighbour, is not so far from us as we are sometimes encouraged to think. A timely contribution to the dialogue between East and West, bringing modern Arabic literature into the mainstream for English-speaking readers. 'Tresilian's book is not only informative about its subject but also provides thought-provoking messages to the general reader.' -- Denys Johnson Davies Banipal