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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 Norwegian with confidence. Key structures and vocabulary are introduced in 16 thematic units progressing from introducing yourself and dealing with everyday situations to writing a letter and making a complaint. In the later units you should become familiar with many aspects of Norwegian life as well as the language. The emphasis is on communication throughout with important language structures introduced through dialogues on the accompanying recording. You can follow them through their ups and downs in a variety of situations during a year in Norway. There are plenty of exercises to practise the language as it is introduced and tips throughout to help with pronunciation and grammar. the course is centred around two main characters: an English student, John, and a Norwegian girl, Bente. Cultural information sections give useful advice and information for anyone planning a trip to Norway. This edition of the course has been thoroughly updated and includes an English-Norwegian vocabulary alongside the existing Norwegian-English one, and a "taking it further" section to direct reader to further sources of real Norwegian.
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Margaretha Danbolt Simons is Norwegian, but has lived in England for many years. She has been teaching at the University of Surrey for the last ten years. Her course, Norwegian ab initio, which is part of the MA/Diploma in Translation Studies, attracts 15-20 students per year. She uses her own book 'Teach yourself Norwegian' as her textbook and main teaching aid. Other subjects she teaches at the University of Surrey are Medical and Literary translation, English into Norwegian, and an introductory course of Interpreting.
She runs two Norwegian classes at the Guildford Adult Education Centre, one for beginners and one intermediate, and also teaches on a one-to-one basis. Students include diplomats and businesspeople.
Recent translation work includes Ibsen's "Ghosts" for BBC Radio. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
She runs two Norwegian classes at the Guildford Adult Education Centre, one for beginners and one intermediate, and also teaches on a one-to-one basis. Students include diplomats and businesspeople.
Recent translation work includes Ibsen's "Ghosts" for BBC Radio. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'd messed round with Norwegian in the past - using the old (very old) Teach Yourself Norwegian which I found in a second hand bookshop - not the easiest of books to read! I decided to do it properly with the latest edition.
It was easy to follow, entertaining (what did eventually happen between John and Bente?), and extremely informative. The grammar is explained well, the exercises are good, and the vocabulary at least as extensive as the old edition. Indeed, at times it is so entertaining that I didn't want to put the book down!
I didn't buy the cassette at first, but last summer, before going to Norway on holiday, I realised I should (fortunately Amazon do sell it separately!). I was only really guessing at the pronunciation - though the book attempts to give a guide. I realised I was pronouncing it quite badly in parts, but with the aid of the cassette, I really got it quite good. Whilst in Norway, I had many compliments on my Norwegian, and felt confident enough to use the language in shops, campsites, and in simple conversation with people I met. I've never been to a Norwegian class; just about all that I know came from this book.
The only thing I regret is that there's not more. I'd really love it if Margaretha Danbolt Simons could write a follow-up.
25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I can see where all the previous reviwers are coming from as regards the quality of the CD; it is quite user friendly. But be warned, if like me you expected an 'audiobook' ie cd AND book combination, then you'll be disappointed; especially as the total price in p+p is about £18.50. If your style of learning is to repeat from a cd then you'll be fine. If you like to SEE grammar and how sentences are constructed, words spelt etc,then like me you'll have to invest in the accompanying book too.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Overall, and excellent and fun experience!
It is well organised and in manageable chunks.
I worked through this in 4 months, doing approx 1 chapter a week, spending approx 8-10 hours on each chapter. It helped to keep my own vocab book, and write down useful phrases in a phrase book to aid learning. At the end I typed up my phrase book to consolidate.
Ok I admit I still struggle to understand spoken Norwegian simply because it is so fast, ie faster than the dialogues on the CD, but this is inevitable and probably the case with learning any language. However I can pick up words, and once someone realises Im not Norwegian, I can hold conversations as they slow their speed etc.
The topics and phrases seem so useful for real life situations.
There is a storyline moving through the book, and the dialogues sound quite 'real'. Infact my family understood the 'gist' of the plot, and were waiting for the next 'episode'!
I go on holiday to Norway and hope to live there one day and this is a great start. I now plan to read articles on the web to expand vocab, and to try the specific conversation packs that are part of the same course.
It is well organised and in manageable chunks.
I worked through this in 4 months, doing approx 1 chapter a week, spending approx 8-10 hours on each chapter. It helped to keep my own vocab book, and write down useful phrases in a phrase book to aid learning. At the end I typed up my phrase book to consolidate.
Ok I admit I still struggle to understand spoken Norwegian simply because it is so fast, ie faster than the dialogues on the CD, but this is inevitable and probably the case with learning any language. However I can pick up words, and once someone realises Im not Norwegian, I can hold conversations as they slow their speed etc.
The topics and phrases seem so useful for real life situations.
There is a storyline moving through the book, and the dialogues sound quite 'real'. Infact my family understood the 'gist' of the plot, and were waiting for the next 'episode'!
I go on holiday to Norway and hope to live there one day and this is a great start. I now plan to read articles on the web to expand vocab, and to try the specific conversation packs that are part of the same course.
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not bad
The cd is okay but would be a whole lot better if supplied with the book it keeps referring to.
Published 22 months ago by Bright Yellow Gun
Excellent!!
Have had this product for 3 weeks now and found it very interesting.
have used other language books in the past and this is the best by far. Read more
have used other language books in the past and this is the best by far. Read more
Published on 6 May 2010 by A. Matthews
Excellent book & CD
Great book for the beginner. No prior knowledge of subject needed. Well laid out and interesting
Published on 24 Feb 2010 by Mark
fantastic!
i've dabbled with Norwegian a fair bit over the past few years but only over the last months have i really managed to get my teeth into this particular course. Read more
Published on 22 July 2009 by J. Ronaldson
Learning Norwegian
This is a very good book. I have tried other CDs and they have been at too basic a level. This book and CD pushes you and really helps you learn quickly.
Published on 27 Jun 2009 by I. Hildebrand
Great great great - det var kjempe! But.... a follow-up? Please?
I wanted a quick way to learn Norwegian and this is it!!!!
It's actually a suprisingly easy language to learn for english speakers, despite several warnings from friends... Read more
It's actually a suprisingly easy language to learn for english speakers, despite several warnings from friends... Read more
Published on 25 Aug 2008 by E. Bell
Excellent way to learn norsk
I bought this book/CD combination just before going to live in Norway for 20 months; it helped me a great deal, even though, listening to it first, I thought that I would never... Read more
Published on 23 Feb 2008 by BFPO teacher + 1
Best book on the market
This is a great book and a brilliant introduction for anyone wanting to learn Norwegian. Everything is explained really well and the author makes no assumptions about the reader's... Read more
Published on 5 Jun 2007 by CG
Norwegian course
The book and tape set is well designed and introduces phrases and grammar in a gradual fashion through the evolving relationship of Bente og John which is eerily compelling for... Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2002
kjempefint! - Excellent !
I am using this book to learn Norwegian quickly and have found it extremely useful. The book is also available with a tape, which you need to practise the pronounciation of the... Read more
Published on 12 Dec 2001 by Toby
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