A Progressive German Reader: Adapted to the American Edition of Ollendorff's German Grammar (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

G. J. Adler

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331372002 ISBN 13: 9780331372007

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Progressive German Reader is a beginner‑friendly reading book that pairs carefully chosen German selections with notes and a vocabulary to support real reading from day one.

Designed to be used alongside Ollendorff’s German Grammar, this edition introduces learners to modern and classic German writing through gradually longer and more challenging pieces, while keeping explanations close at hand on each page. The result is a practical, engaging path from simple phrases to fuller passages, with context to build confidence and comprehension.

• Short, progressively challenging passages that develop reading fluency
• On‑page notes and explanations to illuminate grammar and idiom
• A vocabulary set tailored to the book’s selections, including irregulars and common expressions
• Clear alignment with the accompanying grammar for quick reference

Ideal for students starting German, or self‑learners who want to apply grammar knowledge to real texts while building a lasting reading habit. It’s suited for classroom use as well as independent study.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331372002
• ISBN 13: 9780331372007
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 337