Beginner's Basque

Beginner's Basque with 2 Audio CDs is designed for both classroom use and self-study. Each of the 12 lessons opens with a dialogue about an everyday topic, followed by vocabulary lists, explanations of grammar, and exercises. Audio CDs accompany the lessons, providing correct pronunciation of the dialogues and vocabulary, with pauses for repetition by the student. Includes: an exercise key; Basque-English and English-Basque glossaries; an introductory section on Basque language, culture, and history. This book provides an excellent background to one of the most ancient and enigmatic languages of Western Europe.

About the Author:
Wim Jansen teaches linguistics at the University of Amsterdam