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There are many books and software programs available to help you learn French. We present a selection of our recommendations below.


Books and courses

Colloquial French
A practical course in everyday written and spoken French, which requires no prior knowledge of the language.  Can be used independently or with a teacher.  An audio CD is available to accompany the book.


Teach Yourself French
A self-tuition course aimed at those with no previous knowledge, as well as those who wish to brush up their French. An audio CD is available to accompany the book.


Berlitz French Phrase Book and Dictionary
The French title from this series of best-selling phrasebooks features over 1,200 useful phrases and over 2,300 words.


501 French Verbs
Lists the most common French verbs, one verb per page, conjugated in all tenses, along with common idioms and example sentences demonstrating verb usage. An invaluable reference for students of French.


Electronics

ECTACO Partner EF800
A bilingual English French electronic talking dictionary and travel audio phrasebook.

Software

Talk Now! French
Aimed at beginners, Talk Now! French is perfect if you want to learn some basic French words and phrases or get a feel for the pronunciation.

Talk More! French
Talk More! French is aimed at those between beginner and intermediate level who wish to increase their basic knowledge of French.

World Talk French
World Talk French is aimed at intermediate level learners who have already built up some confidence listening to and speaking French.

Rosetta Stone French Level I
The Rosetta Stone system aims to teach language intuitively using a combination of pictures and sounds. Grammar as such is not explained, so it is best used to complement another course.

French films

Watching films in a foreign language, with or without subtitles, is an excellent way to improve your language skills.

Browse French films at amazon.com.