Excerpt from A Course of Lessons in the French Language on the Robertsonian Method<br/><br/>The prevalent notion that it is impossible to acquire French without a teacher appears to have arisen from the lugubrious attempts of grammarians who have undertaken to explain the pronunciation of the language. No human intellect could possibly digest, and bring to bear on the words of the language, the pages of unintelligible rules and ill-organised observations they have amassed with this View. In the present course of lessons this'prolixity has been carefully avoided, and whilst no useless detail has been introduced, every essential point is fully explained and brought prominently before the observation of the learner. French words being written in most cases exactly as they should be pronounced, there is nothing to prevent the acquisition of their pronunciation by theory; and the generality of persons who study the language, by relying upon the ear that deceives them at every step, and by loosing sight of' the theory, neglect the only certain means whereby they can acquire a really good pronunciation.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique and practical approach to learning French, challenging the prevalent notion that acquiring the language without a teacher is impossible. The author directly addresses the common pitfalls of traditional grammar instruction, arguing that its often convoluted rules and explanations hinder rather than help the learner. Instead, this book emphasizes the importance of pronunciation as the foundation for fluency, providing a clear and concise guide to mastering French sounds. The author deconstructs the misconception that a trip to France is the key to fluency, asserting that diligent study of the language's principles is essential for achieving true mastery. The book offers a step-by-step method of learning, progressing from basic vocabulary and pronunciation to more complex grammatical structures. Through a captivating series of lessons, the author explores the intricacies of French construction, comparing and contrasting English and French sentence structure. This approach highlights the importance of understanding the logic behind the language's grammar, rather than simply memorizing rules. The book's engaging conversational exercises and composition prompts provide practical tools for applying the knowledge acquired, making the learning process both interactive and effective. Ultimately, this book offers a comprehensive guide to understanding the structure and nuances of French, providing learners with the tools they need to unlock the languageââ â¢s full potential. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330500132_0
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