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Easy Italian reader : a three-part text for beginning students

Saggese, Riccarda2008
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Easy Italian Reader is a unique, easy-to-follow guide based on the premise that the best way to learn a language is to start reading it immediately! Whether you're a brand-new beginner or an advanced-beginning learner, you will dive into the language with engaging readings that progress in difficulty to match your growing reading skills. This process will allow you to rapidly build comprehension and confidence as you enjoy the stories. Easy Italian Reader begins with the story of Christine, an American girl whose family moves to Italy. She acclimates to her new home with help from her Roman friend Antonio. As you read about her experiences, you'll discover the nuances of language and culture right along with Christine. The second section provides a colorful history of Italy, from the founding of Rome to the present. And the third section contains readings from contemporary literature, giving learners the thrill of reading authentic Italian. Progressive format makes it easy to build comprehension quickly; Helpful word glossaries conveniently present new words and phrases; Exercises challenge language comprehension and build reading skills. (Publisher)
Imprint:
Dubuque, Iowa : McGraw-Hill Contemporary Learning ; London : McGraw-Hill [distributor], c2009.
Collation:
xi, 246 p. : ill., ; 23 cm. + +1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)
Series:
Easy reader series
Notes:
Originally published: without accompanying CD-ROM. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2006.Includes CD-ROM.Italian and English.
ISBN:
9780071603348 (pbk bk and CDROM set)0071603344 (pbk bk and CDROM set)9780071603362 (pbk bk for set)0071603360 (pbk bk for set)9780071439572 (pbk bk alone)0071439579 (pbk bk alone)
Dewey class:
458.6421
LC class:
PC1117
Language:
EnglishItalian
BRN:
192128
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