Basic Italian

by Carlo L. Golino and Charles Speroni

Book Overview

BASIC ITALIAN, Seventh Edition is the revision of a highly successful introductory-level Italian program designed for use in two- and four-year colleges and universities. Communicative proficiency based upon mastery of grammar and language patterns is the goal of the program. When students complete the program, they will not only be able to survive in an Italian-speaking environment, but will also be able to understand and appreciate Italian culture...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0030136032
• ISBN13: 9780030136030
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: Holt McDougal
• Length: 491 Pages
• Weight: 2.30 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Very Helpful

Purchased this for a college class. HAD to buy it. The more I used it, the easier Italian became. Breaks down the information and dreaded verb conjugation easily. Wish the cassette tape was a CD - had to FIND something in the house that still played cassette - found an old walkman in the basement. A good buy as long as you have the help of a teacher to show you the way.

Great service

The product came in great shape and was very swiftly mailed to my house. The seller was great about informing me of the progress of my order and sent some very nice/personalized emails. Overall GREAT!!!

Best Italian book for new student

Of the several books I've used this is the best for a student to use for self-teaching with tutorial help or for a class of first time students. Thirteen pages at the beginning dedicated to pronunciation is unprecedented but essential to those wanting to speak and understand the language. It(mostly) avoids the usual problem of inserting grammer not yet covered. The important grammatical issues are clear and well displayed. One drawback is the "bitesize" nature of the chapters which results in some inconvenience in structuring a syllabus. Many users characterize the book as "easy". But it covers all essentials of the language, comparable to other textbooks, and in just as much depth. It's presentation and logical flow eliminate much confusion for a new student.