Easy Italian Reader: A Three-Part Text for Beginning Students (Easy Reader Series) - Softcover

Saggese, Riccarda

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071439579 ISBN 13: 9780071439572

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education, 2005

Synopsis

Learn how to read in Italian--instantly!

Easy Italian Reader is a unique, easy-to-follow guide based on the premise that the best way to learn a language is to start reading it immediately! Whether you're a brand-new beginner or an advanced-beginning learner, you will dive into the language with engaging readings that progress in difficulty to match your growing reading skills. This process will allow you to rapidly build comprehension and confidence as you enjoy the stories.

Easy Italian Reader begins with the story of Christine, an American girl whose family moves to Italy. She acclimates to her new home with help from her Roman friend Antonio. As you read about her experiences, you'll discover the nuances of language and culture right along with Christine. The second section provides a colorful history of Italy, from the founding of Rome to the present. And the third section contains readings from contemporary literature, giving learners the thrill of reading authentic Italian.

• Progressive format makes it easy to build comprehension quickly
• Helpful word glossaries conveniently present new words and phrases
• Exercises challenge language comprehension and build reading skills

About this title

About the Author

Riccarda Saggese, a native of Italy, is an Associate Professor of Italian at the University of Delaware. In addition to various Italian degrees, she earned a Ph.D. in Italian literature from Johns Hopkins University.

From the Back Cover

Learn how to read in Italian--instantly!

"Easy Italian Reader" is a unique, easy-to-follow guide based on the premise that the best way to learn a language is to start reading it immediately! Whether you're a brand-new beginner or an advanced-beginning learner, you will dive into the language with engaging readings that progress in difficulty to match your growing reading skills. This process will allow you to rapidly build comprehension and confidence as you enjoy the stories.

"Easy Italian Reader" begins with the story of Christine, an American girl whose family moves to Italy. She acclimates to her new home with help from her Roman friend Antonio. As you read about her experiences, you'll discover the nuances of language and culture right along with Christine. The second section provides a colorful history of Italy, from the founding of Rome to the present. And the third section contains readings from contemporary literature, giving learners the thrill of reading authentic Italian. Progressive format makes it easy to build comprehension quickly Helpful word glossaries conveniently present new words and phrases Exercises challenge language comprehension and build reading skills

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0071439579
• ISBN 13: 9780071439572
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 264