Ollendorff's New Method of Learning to Read, Write, and Speak the German Language: To Which Is Added a Systematic Outline of German Grammer (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Heinrich Gottfried Ollendorff

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265574587 ISBN 13: 9780265574584

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master German quickly with a time-tested method that puts conversation first.

This edition presents Ollendorff’s classic system for learning to read, write, and speak German, enriched with a systematic grammar outline. It balances clear rules with lively exercises, using everyday sentences rather than ornate prose to teach inflection, syntax, and idioms.

From its beginnings, the book emphasizes practical language use and the German side of the language, helping you think in German as you learn. The editor adds helpful improvements—an updated alphabet form, handwriting sample, and a concise grammar outline—so you gain a solid foundation without getting lost in theory.

• Learn through short, repeatable exercises tied to everyday speech
• Grasp inflection and sentence structure with a concise Systematic Outline
• See the language in practical, real-world examples, not just classical prose
• Benefit from editorial updates that clarify rules and modernize orthography

Ideal for readers who want a practical, guided path to German that blends grammar with usable language skills.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265574587
• ISBN 13: 9780265574584
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 520