Golosa: A Basic Course in Russian, Book I (2nd Edition)

This is a 2-volume, communicative approach to Russian that is designed to help students reach the ACTFL Intermediate range in speaking and Intermediate High in reading and listening. This market leader is a 5 skills, mainstream book with a clear chapter structure, with more emphasis on reading documents using authentic materials. The book includes a manageable vocabulary load, extensive and accessible listening comprehension exercises, and expanded and updated cultural information. For anyone interested in learning basic Russian.