Complete German: Teach Yourself: Enhanced eBook: New edition

by Paul Coggle, Heiner Schenke

Are you looking for a complete course in German which takes you effortlessly from beginner to confident speaker? Whether you are starting from scratch, or are just out of practice, Complete German will guarantee success!Now fully updated to make your language learning experience fun and interactive. You can still rely on the benefits of a top language teacher and our years of teaching experience, but now with added learning features within the course and online. The course is structured in 23 thematic units and the emphasis is placed on communication, so that you effortlessly progress from introducing yourself and dealing with everyday situations, to using the phone and talking about work. By the end of this course, you will be at Level B2 of the Common European Framework for Languages: Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.Learn effortlessly with full colour text, easy-to-read page design and interactive features: NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.AUTHOR INSIGHTSLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.GRAMMAR TIPSEasy-to-follow building blocks to give you a clear understanding.USEFUL VOCABULARYEasy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for speaking.DIALOGUESRead and listen to everyday dialogues to help you speak and understand fast.PRONUNCIATIONDon't sound like a tourist! Perfect your pronunciation before you go.TEST YOURSELFTests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.TRY THISInnovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

Genres: German Literature, Nonfiction, Reference

496 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 29, 2010

Reviews

[Paige · Rating 5 out of 5]

This will always be a reference book I turn to as I continue to learn the German Language. This is way better than Duolingo and if you do Duo, do this book or this learning styles with it. It is easily explained making learning a new language much more easier as well. I used this with Duolingo and it made Duo lessons much more easier to understand.

[Alessandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book if you are going to Germany and dont want to be completely lost. It somewhat covers German level A1.

[Dave · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a decent overview of German. Quite a lot of mistakes (in the answers to the exercises, for example!) and I think the last chapter is a big jump, especially in what they expect you to be able to listen to and understand.
But it has given me a good handle on the basics of the language which I can work with going forward. Not sure any language course can be considered 'Complete' if it doesn't include the future tense, but maybe that's just me. And finally, there is no way I am anywhere near B2 level after finishing this book - I don't care what it claims on the back cover.

[Nina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great intro to German! Must take it with a class you can converse in.