Contatti 1 Italian Beginner's Course 3rd edition: Coursebook

Contatti is aimed at adult learners and university students wishing to learn Italian. Whether learning for work or pleasure, Contatti gives a thorough grounding in the language enabling learners to speak, read, write and understand contemporary Italian.

Contatti 1, the first part of the course, introduces the key structures of the language over 14 thematic lessons with the emphasis placed firmly on communication. Authentic reading and listening materials are used extensively for a wide range of lively activities based on everyday situations in Italy. Vocabulary and grammar support are given both at the end of each lesson and in full at the end of the book.