Description
A stimulating and clearly structured introductory course designed to help you achieve basic fluency in both spoken and written Italian.This book assumes no previous knowledge of Italian and takes you to the point at which you can read and write simple texts and join in everyday conversation. The twenty- four carefully-graded units focus on communication in a wide range of practical situations and provide all the Italian you need to feel confident about travelling, shopping, ordering a meal, and coping generally with everyday life in Italy.Each unit contains lively dialogues, introducing useful vocabulary and essential grammar which is clearly and simply explained and then practised in a variety of exercises. Information sections and authentic illustrative material complement the dialogues and offer a valuable insight into the Italian way of life. A key to the exercises, a grammar index and a comprehensive Italian-English vocabulary are also provided.
ISBN:9780340371015
