Careers for Foreign Language Aficianados & Other Multilingual Types
by H. Ned Seelye ; J. Laurence Day
ISBN: 0844281298
ISBN-13: 9780844281292
Format: Paperback
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Published date: 1991
Size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
Weight: 0.35 pounds
Publisher's Notes
Whether you're just beginning your career or you're looking to switch careers to something more of interest to you, Careers for Foreign Language Aficionados can help turn your love of foreign languages into the career of your dreams!
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Careers for Foreign Language Aficionados & Other Multilingual Types
Seelye, Ned H.; Day Jaurence J
U.S.A.: NTC Contemporary Publishing Group, 1997. Ex library book with 114 pages. Explores careers involving different languages. . ISBN: 0844281298. Unstated. Soft Cover. Fine/Trade Paper. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Ex Library. Languages, Careers, Ex library Book. ( more information)
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