- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: BBC Active; 1 edition (6 Jun 2002)
- Language English, French
- ISBN-10: 0563471026
- ISBN-13: 978-0563471028
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
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- #22 in Books > Languages > By Language > French > By Publisher > BBC
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These short language courses are intended for absolute beginners, and can be used by adults learning at home or in a class.
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68 of 68 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I haven't done any French since leaving school 18 years ago and needed something that was going to give me a good basic introduction. The book and cassettes take the listener through the steps of saying hello and goodbye, talking about yourself, asking directions, shopping, eating and other useful situations that the English tourist might find themselves in. There are sections in the book that test to see how much you have learnt and sections that encourage the listener to speak French as part of taped conversations. After looking at various other teach yourself packages, I think I made the right choice with this and would not hesitate to recommend it to other people. After only 3 weeks of listening to the tapes in the car on the way to work, I feel much more confident of speaking the language when I go on holiday. If you are looking for a package to get you started in talking French, this is it.
72 of 73 people found the following review helpful
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This handy pack is just what you need to start your study of French, especially designed for those with no knowledge of the language, but also ideal for those whose school French is rusty and who are planning a holiday in the near future. The cassettes lead the learner clearly through the material in the book, and the whole course is very suitable for self-study. At the end of the course, you should be able to make your way through typical tourist situations like shopping, finding your way around, eating out, etc, as well as starting simple conversations with some of the people you may meet during your stay. It's not a long course, and won't take you into any complicated language, but because of this the learner is likely to get to the end with confidence, and not give up halfway, which is a common feature of early language learning. Everybody on the cassette sounds 'real' and the whole package is attractively presented and at a very reasonable price. Plenty of encouragement to counteract that English stereotype: the reluctant language-learner!
39 of 44 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
After a long day at the office any "learning experience" needs to be: relaxed (non-stuffy) easy to follow (tired brain), in short bursts (before the pub shuts), with clear and simple guidance (for the easily confused / complete beginner).
This book and the accompanying tapes really fulfill these criteria for me with helpful, constructive and useful instruction.
Mini (Mouse)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great if your just learning or going on holoiday for the first time
This book was recommended by my tutor and I found it extremely helpful in the pronunciation of the language. Read more
Published 2 months ago by elegantlady_0333
Perfect
I placed my order on Friday, and i had it First thing on Monday morning, which was great. The condition of the book was great,and it is very suitable to beginners, however the cd... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Nadine
talk french
Easy to use. Good book if you just started learning French.Great value for the price. I would recommend it
to anyone wanting to learn the language
to anyone wanting to learn the language
Published 3 months ago by french
review of talk french book and cd
This is a very good book for taking the reader through the basics of french conversation at a beginner level and the CD is very useful.
Published 5 months ago by A. Howard-smith
French fancies
Basic book that is a good starter for the language. It introduces the concept of conjugation etc gently, unlike my first French lesson at school, where we were confronted with verb... Read more
Published 6 months ago by P Jones
Seems fine will know more when I have completed the course.
Review of this book and CD is a little premature in my case, ask me again when I can measure its effectiveness when I have finished the course of 2 hour per week tuition that... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Patricia
a bit basic
This book really is for beginners with simple introductions and phrases, for this its is ok, although i think it could explain things a bit better- for me its too basic- but for... Read more
Published 7 months ago by katdes
thankyou
Arrived in good condition. It was just what my husband needed for his French class at U3A.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Published 11 months ago by hmg
Great resource
I have been listening to the CD's in the car as they can be used independently from the book and they are very easy to use and listen to. Then I look at book when I get chance. Read more
Published 13 months ago by manxie
Talk French Book and CD
This was recommended by a French teacher who came to our office and gave a lunchtime learning session. Read more
Published 18 months ago by June
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