Publisher's Synopsis
English for Academic Correspondence and Socializing is the first ever book of its kind specifically written for researchers of all disciplines whose first language is not English. With easy-to-follow rules and tips, and with authentic examples taken from real emails, referee's reports and cover letters, you will learn how to:
use strategies for understanding native speakers of English
significantly improve your listening skills
organize one-to-one meetings
feel confident at social events
manage and participate in a successful conversation
write effective emails
review other people's manuscripts - formally and informally
reply effectively and constructively to referees' reports
write cover letters to editors
use the telephone and Skype
participate in (video) conference calls
exploit standard English phrases
Other books in the series:
English for Presentations at International Conferences
English for Writing Research Papers
English for Research: Usage, Style, and Grammar
English for Academic Research: Grammar Exercises
English for Academic Research: Vocabulary Exercises
English for Academic Research: Writing Exercises
