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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 phrasesOther books in the series:English for Presentations at International ConferencesEnglish for Writing Research PapersEnglish for Research: Usage, Style, and GrammarEnglish for Academic Research: Grammar ExercisesEnglish for Academic Research: Vocabulary ExercisesEnglish for Academic Research: Writing Exercises