French All-in-One For Dummies, with CD

In 1963, my school introduced those of us with parents who wanted their children to attend a university, to a survey course in one of three foreign languages. Spanish had always been the number one language selected, presumably because of its practicality, followed by Fench, which almost exclusively selected by girls. No idea why . Latin . Why? Anyway, at the end of the year assembly, the principal pointed out that there was a significant increase in students electing to take up French. What he failed to mention was that the vast majority of those students were male. The French teacher ( no names, but you know who you are) was fresh out of college, and undoubtedly the best looking junior high teacher in the entire state. The average 13 year old boy. overflowing with poisonous hormones, was unable to resist the sirens' call of Sur le Pont, d'Avignon. But it was in high school where I encountered one of my two best teachers, who actually managed to teach me. foreign language that i retain to this day. Unfortunately, my language skills have deteriorated somewhat ( use it or lose it) and after over 60 years since completing French 6 at University, i am going to France for the first time, and I do not want to embarrass Miss Schreibstein. The book is a dream to navigate. I can read a French document, or listen to a French podcast, and then jump into the appropriate section of my Dummies book in order to straighten out my deficiencies . I do not believe that the book would work for someone with no French skills, but it would be a great asset for struggling beginners who do not have the highly skilled teaching that I experienced, as well as people with virtually any level of French short of being bilingual.

Excellent for anyone who once took high school French and wants to refresh their learning. The CD is helpful for pronunciation. It includes quite a bit of information.

These days there are many non-professional videos on YT which are better than most of the material commonly found on the CD's and DVD's of books to teach French. This book covers a round of basics serving as a tangible visual reference. More so than some other languages French needs to be seen as well as heard and spoken to comprehend it. No one will ever learn to speak a foreign language merely listening and repeating words and phrases. No one will learn a language merely reading books. You have to interact with French speakers and preferably at least a few who speak informally like you are going to encounter in an environment of French speakers. I cannot say what you ideal conditions are for learning but I know I need to recall how the words are spelled and how sentences are constructed in a fraction of a second as I hear what is said around me and think of what and how to respond. Of all the books available on Amazon this one seems to fill some of the void as I attempt to familiarize myself with the French language.

I used to speak French in HS and College, but had basically forgotten about it, especially when working 60 hour weeks. I retired a couple of years ago, and now have time to dive back in to it. French is a gorgeous language, I'd love to go to Franch someday, but even if I don't, I love it enough to want to refresh and learn more. Highly recommend, as it's easy and intuitive. My daughter got the Spanish version and loves hers too.

The book arrived in perfect condition because it was well-packaged. It was exactly as advertised. This book is a great reference for all things about learning the French language. I highly recommend this company as a great company with whom to do business. FIVE STARS!!

My daughter starts as a freshman this year (I'm kinda ready but of course nervous for her). She has French her first semester and out of all of the other books, this one definitely has her thumbs moving. Hoping she uses it, loves it, helps her, etc. Thank you!

I love this book! Great for getting off to a fast start. With a CD too. Glad I bought it!

The book is huge. It covers a wide range of topics. Easy to understand. Much less expensive than buying individual books (even used copies!)