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Скачать книгу (размер 565 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 112) Аннотация: Business Explorer is an exciting three level course in American English for learners of Business English. With an emphasis on listening and speaking but with many opportunities for reading and writing, Business Explorer addresses learners' everyday language needs in business situations. The accompanying Teacher's Book contains clear, easy-to-follow lesson plans, extra photocopiable activities and…
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