Get Started in German Absolute Beginner Course: (Book and audio support)

Just the book.

This book is simply amazing!! Do you have another level after this A1 level?

Anyone desiring to learn German should start with this. I was initially using Edward Swick's "The Everything Essential German Book", when I came upon "TY Getting Started in German - Absolute Beginner Course" kit at my Library by accident. The one I borrowed (then, later, purchased) had an mp3 audio cd. I downloaded the lessons, first, to my computer; then copied them to my mp3 player. There are ten chapters / units, with sufficient lessons, with easy explanations, and cultural anecdotes. I just finished Unit 1, and I'm (eagerly) preparing to start Unit 2. I'll listen to the lesson on my player on my train ride to work Monday morning! The book has colorful artwork and photos - a very nice plus in the 'Teach Yourself' language series. There is grammar, which is important in learning languages. However, the grammar is concise and not long-winded. The 'Personal Introduction' and 'How to Use this Book' sections explains that in detail. I found out online that German grammar have noun cases (I think) called 'accusative', 'nominative' and 'dative'. They sound a bit deep for me - yet I will learn those in time when I read "Everything Essential German". Right now, I want to have fun learning basic Deutsch! Another good book I'm using with "Get Started in German" is Angela Wilkes' "German for Beginners". This, too, is helpful in learning basic German, and with amusing colorful illustrations. I ordered mine from Amazon.com, but from a seller in the UK. Anyway, I recommend Get Started in German (book and mp3 cd set) as a fine introduction to learning German. Best regards, and "Tschus!" :)

Excellent condition. Smooth purchase.

The item came without the two audio CD's mentioned in the description. The audio CD's are critical to learning the German language possible. They should not mention the CD's if they are not going to be included.