{"product_id":"9781843257561","title":"20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE MAN IN THE IRON MASK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis title is part of the Graded Readers collection, designed for students of English as a foreign language. The work adapts Alexandre Dumas' classic about the mysterious masked prisoner, offering an enjoyable and accessible read that reinforces language learning. Through a simplified narrative, attractive illustrations, and supplementary activities, readers can improve their reading and listening comprehension while immersing themselves in a story of intrigue and adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story is set in 17th-century France, during the reign of Louis XIV. An unknown man, whose identity is hidden behind an iron mask, is imprisoned in the Bastille and later in the fortress on the island of Sainte-Marguerite. The plot follows the attempts of the musketeers, led by D'Artagnan, to uncover the truth behind this enigma and free the prisoner. The adaptation maintains the essence of the literary classic, with plot twists and iconic characters, but uses simplified language and structure to facilitate reading in English. The book includes an Activity Book with practical exercises that work on the four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMystery and state secrets at the 17th-century French court.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLoyalty, friendship, and the musketeers' code of honor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe struggle for freedom and justice in the face of absolute power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdentity and the right to the truth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLearning English through graded reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed at basic or intermediate level English students (ages 14 and up) who wish to practice the language in an enjoyable way. It is also suitable for young people and adults who want to start reading adapted classics, as well as for teachers looking for complementary teaching material for their English classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImproves English reading comprehension through an exciting, classic story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReinforces vocabulary and grammatical structures in a contextualized way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops the four linguistic skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) thanks to the included Activity Book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStimulates the imagination and interest in classical literature through an accessible adaptation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOffers an autonomous or guided learning experience, with dramatized audio support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA.VV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Express\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Didactics: English language and literacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graded Readers 14+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a well-structured educational resource that combines the appeal of a literary classic with the methodology of graded reading. The inclusion of an Activity Book and the reference to audio recordings make it a complete tool for learning English. It is especially useful for students looking for an initial approach to Dumas' work without the complexity of the original text, as well as for teachers who need support material for their classes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EXPRESS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53408615170395,"sku":"9781843257561","price":11.15,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978184325756.jpg?v=1781866089","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9781843257561","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}