Hello, book lovers and language enthusiasts! Welcome to our vibrant Conversation Club, where today’s focus is on the wonderful world of literature. We’re diving into discussions about the books you’ve recently read and would recommend. This is a splendid opportunity to not only share your literary journeys but also to refine your English skills, particularly at the B2-C1 levels.
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4 English idioms with the word ‘book’ in them
- By the book 📖
- Meaning: To do something according to the rules or the law.
- Example: “When it comes to filing taxes, it’s best to do it by the book to avoid any issues.”
- A closed book 📕
- Meaning: Something that is not understood or known about.
- Example: “Advanced physics is a closed book to me; I just can’t understand it.”
- Don’t judge a book by its cover 📘
- Meaning: Not to judge someone or something based solely on appearance.
- Example: “He may not look like a typical athlete, but don’t judge a book by its cover. He’s actually very skilled.”
- An open book 📗
- Meaning: A person or thing that is easy to understand or about whom everything is known.
- Example: “Ask me anything; I’m an open book.”
Round 1: Fiction Favourites
- What’s the last work of fiction you read that you couldn’t put down? What made it so captivating?
- Can you recommend a novel that had a profound impact on you?
Key Grammar/Vocabulary Expressions:
- Narrative style (e.g., “The narrative style of the book was…”)
- Character development (e.g., “The character development was intricate…”)
- Thematic elements (e.g., “It delved into themes such as…”)
- Literary devices (e.g., “The author’s use of foreshadowing…”)
Round 2: Non-Fiction Nuggets
- What non-fiction book have you recently read that you found enlightening?
- Is there a biography or memoir that you found particularly inspiring?
Key Grammar/Vocabulary Expressions:
- Insightful analysis (e.g., “The book offers an insightful analysis of…”)
- Author’s perspective (e.g., “From the author’s perspective…”)
- Fact-based narrative (e.g., “The fact-based narrative covers…”)
- Engaging content (e.g., “The content is particularly engaging because…”)
Round 3: Literary Discoveries
Have you discovered any new authors or genres recently? What drew you to them?
Could you suggest a book that is outside the mainstream or that your partner might not have heard about but which deserves their attention?
Key Grammar/Vocabulary Expressions:
- Genre exploration (e.g., “Exploring this genre has…”)
- Writing style (e.g., “The author’s writing style is unique because…”)
- Cultural insights (e.g., “The book provides cultural insights into…”)
- Underappreciated gem (e.g., “This book is an underappreciated gem due to…”) Pronunuciation: ˌʌndərəˈpriːʃɪeɪtɪd,ˌʌndərəˈpriːsɪeɪtɪd/
mainstream : the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are shared by most people and regarded as normal or conventional.
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