Description
'A brilliant way to learn a new language.... a good read as well as improving my Italian' Reader review
Short Stories in Italian for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when reading.
What does this book give you?
Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making reading fun, while you learn a wide range of new vocabulary
Controlled language at your level, including the 1000 most frequent words, to help you progress confidently
Authentic spoken dialogues, to help you learn conversational expressions and improve your speaking ability
Pleasure! It's much easier to learn a new language when you're having fun, and research shows that if you're enjoying reading in a foreign language, you won't experience the usual feelings of frustration - 'It's too hard!' 'I don't understand!'
Accessible grammar so you learn new structures naturally, in a stress-free way
Carefully curated to make learning a new language easy, these stories include key features that will support and consolidate your progress, including
A glossary for bolded words in each text
A bilingual word list
Full plot summary
Comprehension questions after each chapter.
As a result, you will be able to focus on enjoying reading, delighting in your improved range of vocabulary and grasp of the language, without ever feeling overwhelmed or frustrated. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in Italian for Beginners will make learning Italian easy and enjoyable.
Reader reviews:
'A brilliant way to learn a new language. The stories are interesting and the book is designed to give you tips as you go along... a good read as well as improving my Italian' Reader review _____
'This book does exactly what its author intended. It is a fun book to read and gives you confidence in learning Italian' Reader review _____
'Well-written book, engaging to read. I am finding it excellent for practising and developing my knowledge of the Italian language. I am extremely pleased ... and highly recommend this book.' Reader review _____
'I think the book is great for beginners in Italian language. The stories are simple enough for a newbie but at the same time it's rich in vocabulary.' Reader review _____
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Book details
- Format:Paperback
- Pages:224 Pages
- Dimensions:194 x 128 x 16 mm
- Publication date:10/04/2018
- Publisher:Hodder & Stoughton General Division
- ISBN13:9781473683327
The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins.