How to Learn a Foreign Language

Pimsleur

• Publisher: Pimsleur
• Year: 2013
• eBook ISBN: 9781442369030
• Topic: Education
• Subtopic: Education Theory & Practice

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.

Appendix 1
Languages of the World

In this list, the world is divided into five regions: Africa, America, Europe, Near East, and Far East. Within each region, countries are listed alphabetically with their capitals. In many countries, the languages spoken in major cities other than the capital differ from those used in the capital. When this is the case, the additional information for these cities is also provided.

Principal languages are listed in the second column. These are indigenous languages, eith...

Table of contents

• Cover
• Dedication
• Foreword
• Paul Pimsleur’s Life & Career
• Foreword to the First Edition
• The “Whys” of Language Learning
• The “Hows” of Language Learning
• Conclusion
• Answer Key for Quiz on “Guessable” French Words
• Appendix 1: Languages of the World
• Appendix 2: Published Pimsleur Language Programs
• English as a Second Language Programs
• About Paul Pimsleur
• Sources Used for “Languages of the World”
• Copyright