Michel Thomas German Language Builder (Michel Thomas Series) [Audiobook] [Audio CD]

Michel Thomas (Author)

Book Description

Series: Michel Thomas Series | Publication Date: September 28, 2001

Michel Thomas took the language-learning world by storm. With no books, no memorising and no homework, Michel teaches the basic grammar of the language painlessly. Using the method he perfected over 50 years, he shares his secret with the world - and 'makes it simple' (Sunday Times). In only a matter of hours, he gives you a comprehensive grasp of the structure of the language, enabling you to communicate with confidence. The present, future, conditional and past tenses are covered, and you are taught to think about the ideas that you are trying to communicate, rather than to translate words slavishly. He points out the similarities of the vocabulary in English and German and gives you the tools to guess the words you do not know, or think you do not know. In the 'Language Builders' Michel consolidates and expands your knowledge of structures and vocabulary in a one-on-one lecture session with you at home.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Ideal for any business traveller who needs to be able to get around confidently." -- Sunday Business "A great way to learn; it's fast and it lasts". -- The Daily Telegraph "Five minutes into the first CD, you already feel like you're winning." -- Time Out "Michel Thomas is a precious find indeed." -- The Guardian "Thomas makes it simple" -- Sunday Times "Michel's methods will teach you effectively and easily" -- Daily Star "Hugely inspiring" -- Red "Excellent for learning ... This entirely audio course is easy to use and quickly results in some useful ability in the new language. Great for the car." -- Adventure Travel "Moving along at a relaxed, slow pace, punctuated by amusing anecdotes and jokes from the teacher, the new words, phrases and language rules are gently introduced and reinforced through subtle repetition without ever being tedious. In fact, despite a distinct emphasis on non-work, the course proves very effective and enjoyable, and its format is ideal for learning anywhere you like. So, if you only want to learn to speak the language, this course is highly recommended." -- Top Real Travel Product, Real Travel 20080601

About the Author

Michel Thomas (1914-2005) had an amazing life. Born in Poland, he spent his early years in Germany and then in France, where he studied psychology at the Sorbonne in Paris. When war broke out, he fought with the Resistance and suffered imprisonment in slave labour camps. At the end of the the war he joined the US liberation army and later settled in the US where he established his world-famous language school. For more than 50 years he taught languages to the rich and famous and was the world's most sought-after language teacher.

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Publisher: Teach Yourself (September 28, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0340789735
• ISBN-13: 978-0340789735
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,322,169 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Late Great Michel Thomas, December 1, 2005

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This review is from: Michel Thomas German Language Builder (Michel Thomas Series) (Audio CD)

The Language Builder series is intended to follow the "8 hour course", in other words the "deluxe" Michel Thomas Language teachers. This is the one you want. I cannot overstate how increadibly great this Language Builder series is. I can tell you first hand that the German Language Builder can be an increadible asset to a beginner. His method is simple. Imagine if Michael Thomas was your grandfather and he had been teaching four languages professionally for 50 years. He sits you down and has you follow along as he translates sentences in english to proper german and explains the things you need to know about what means what. After you've listened to the program several times you will start anticipating the german translation, and once you reach that point the german begins to make sense. No other series is like this. After using this thing properly for several weeks you will have a solid elementary understanding of german. Highly highly recommended to any beginner.