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Combining concise grammar and vocabulary lessons written for non-linguists, this practical French study guide makes even the most difficult parts of the language easily understandable. It is suitable for students at all levels.Fundamentals are explained in simple terms with helpful tips, clear summaries, visual shortcuts and charts. A simplified pronunciation guide tailored to English speakers is provided, along with a chapter on spoken French that includes "Street Talk" and "Verlan" for more advanced learners. Each lesson is combined with helpful review exercises and answer keys to evaluate progress and to fast-track language acquisition, for the classroom or for self-directed learning.

This instructor's companion guide to L'Etranger (The Stranger) provides an organized, step-by-step approach to making the classic French text readily accessible to students. Instructors can choose from a wide scope of activities at multiple levels of language and philosophical reflection to enhance their course content. The book includes a chapter-by-chapter study of L'Etranger in its original French version, along with 220 vocabulary, grammar and comprehension activities that use a variety of strategies. Biographical and historical contexts are also included, as well as the outlines of Camus' philosophy in relation to the novel. Answer keys to the language exercises as well as suggested answers to the comprehension and discussion-based activities are included in the instructor's volume subtitledEdition de l'enseignant but are not provided in its student's Edition de l'etudiant.

L'Etranger (The Stranger) by Albert Camus is one of the most read twentieth-century novels and is studied around the world. This workbook provides students with tools that are essential to read and study L'Etranger in its original French language. Formulated for advanced reading levels, this book includes a chapter-by-chapter study of L'Etranger along with 220 vocabulary, grammar and comprehension activities that incorporate strategies to support various learning needs and styles. Biographical and historical contexts are also included, as well as the outlines of Camus' philosophy in relation to the novel.