How to Learn a Foreign Language
How to Learn a Foreign Language by Paul Pimsleur, published by Simon and Schuster in October 2013, is an unabridged edition consisting of 160 pages. This book presents a straightforward approach to language learning, aimed at restoring confidence for those who may have struggled with language acquisition in the past. Dr. Pimsleur, known for developing the Pimsleur Method, offers insights into mastering grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, making the process accessible and manageable.
Readers will find practical advice and strategies to overcome common challenges in learning a foreign language. Dr. Pimsleur draws from his own experiences to demystify the language learning process, emphasizing simplicity and directness. This edition not only revisits the foundational concepts of his method but also celebrates the 50th anniversary of his first audio courses, providing a unique perspective on the evolution of language education. Topics such as the Language Experience Approach and foreign language study are woven throughout, making this a valuable resource for anyone interested in enhancing their language skills.
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In this entertaining and groundbreaking book, Dr. Paul Pimsleur, creator of the renowned Pimsleur Method, the world leader in audio-based language learning, shows how anyone can learn to speak a foreign language.
If learning a language in high school left you bruised, with a sense that there was no way you can learn another language, How to Learn a Foreign Language will restore your sense of hope. In simple, straightforward terms, Dr. Pimsleur will help you learn grammar (seamlessly), vocabulary, and how to practice pronunciation (and come out sounding like a native).
The key is the simplicity and directness of Pimsleur’s approach to a daunting subject, breaking it down piece by piece, demystifying the process along the way. Dr. Pimsleur draws on his own language learning trials and tribulations offering practical advice for overcoming the obstacles so many of us face.
Originally published in 1980, How to Learn a Foreign Language is now available on the 50th anniversary of Dr. Pimsleur’s publication of the first of his first audio courses that embodied the concepts and methods found here. It’s a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of the mind of this amazing pioneer of language learning.
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