Beginner's Basque with 2 Audio CDs - Softcover

Jansen, Wim

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0781812275 ISBN 13: 9780781812276

Publisher: Hippocrene Books, 2007

Synopsis

This introduction to the Basque language is designed for the student or traveler seeking an elementary knowledge of Basque grammar and essential vocabulary for visiting the Basque country. Clear grammatical explanations and a focus on the fundamental differences between Basque and English, in combination with practice dialogues, vocabulary, and review exercises, teach the student the basics of the language. A section on Basque culture and history provides an excellent background to one of the most ancient languages of Western Europe. Includes: Introduction to the Basque country; Practice dialogues; Vocabulary and expressions; Comprehensive grammar; Review exercises with answer key; Basque-English glossaries.

About this title

Synopsis

This title contains a book and 2 audio CDs. Basque is the language spoken by the Basque people who live in the Pyrenees in North Central Spain and the adjoining region of south west France. It is also spoken by many immigrant communities around the world including the US, Venezuela, Argentina, Mexico and Colombia. It is believed to be a language isolate which means it has no known linguistic relatives.

Edition details

• Publisher: Hippocrene Books
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0781812275
• ISBN 13: 9780781812276
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 284