Book Description
Geared toward the language of daily living, Slovak for You is intended to fill an urgent need for a reliable, up-to-date Slovak language textbook suitable for use at the university level in either an intensive or regular course. This textbook is designed to enable the student to read and understand (with the help of a dictionary) current Slovak texts in the media, literature, and correspondence. There are plenty of contemporary, real-world texts and well-designed exercises to familiarize students with basic Slovak vocabulary and build mastery of principal communication skills. Students who complete this book will be familiar with basic Slovak vocabulary, which is presented in the texts and exercises, and will be on their way to proficiency in speaking the language of Slovakia--a modern country in the heart of Europe.
Features
Contrasts drawn to English illustrate and clarify Slovak linguistics for English speakers
Slovak-English dictionary
Information about Slovakia, contemporary life, and culture, as well as some historical data
Slovak songs (both lyrics and music)
Conversion data for measures and weights
Bibliography of selected books about Slovakia and the Slovak language
Photographs, pictures, and illustrations
New, detailed map of Slovakia