- Hardcover
- Publisher: Teach Yourself Books (Mar 2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0340856653
- ISBN-13: 978-0340856659
- Product Dimensions: 22.2 x 15.8 x 5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 564,698 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Although it is aimed at those with no previous knowledge, this course is equally suitable for anyone wishing to brush up existing skills and aims to help users progress from the basics to understanding, speaking and writing Icelandic with confidence. Completely rewritten, this edition adopts a communicative approach to learning the language and includes realistic exercises. A story runs throughout the book to keep the language in context and make the it enjoyable to use. Key structures and vocabulary are introduced in 12 thematic units progressing from introducing yourself to looking for a flat. The emphasis is on communication throughout with the important language introduced through dialogues on the recording.
About the Author
Hidur Jonsdottir is a PhD student of Linguistics and Modern Icelandic and teaches Icelandic at Cambridge University.
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A refreshing view on Icelandic,
By Daniel (Manchester, UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Teach Yourself Icelandic (TY Complete Courses) (Paperback)
After the original Teach Yourself Icelandic, its nice to see that what was once highly impenitrable is now highly accesible. This book is excellent for the grounding of basic language and is truly worthy of "teach yourself" status. NO previous knowledge is required at all.However, this book is not really suitable for advanced students, for example, the subjunctive is not addressed and there are no extended texts (although there are suggestions for further study). However, for beginners, it is excellent. Dialogues are of an everyday nature and are realistic. A lot of vocabulary is also provided, with a mini-dictionary at the back. Excersises are provided throughout with full answers at the back. The excersises are traditional "fill in the gaps", and are usually aimed at getting the reader to speak aloud and gain confidence. A very enjoyable read providing a good starting point and a chance to brush up on the basics.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Well written,
By Barry (Manchester, England) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Icelandic (Teach Yourself Languages) Accompanies Book (Audio CD)
I've tried a few times to crack Icelandic and it's hard work. Sometimes you feel every verb is irregular. However, doing this book I had a lot of 'oh, I get it now' moments! Don't think you can learn this language without having a good go at the grammar, you can't. But this author is really good at explaining how things work and at giving you little tips. It's a really good way to start off learning Icelandic.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent, Very Useful Resource,
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This review is from: Complete Icelandic Book/CD Pack (Teach Yourself Languages) (Hardcover)
This book is absolutely excellent for anyone trying to learn a good amount of Icelandic, and gain a very good grounding of Icelandic grammar. The book starts of with the basics, then moves on briskly into the more complex structures, with useful vocabulary given on the way. The CD then gives the learner lots of practice of listening to and understanding Icelandic. If followed, the course will give any learner confidence to communicate effectively when vistiting Iceland.
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