Learn Greek!
Be Happy Speak A Little Greek
David Patching and Nikolas Georgiou, paperback, €16.15
Here we have an ideal introduction to Greek covering in one concise volume the Greek alphabet, a compilation of everyday words and phrases(with phonetics), a guide to some essential grammer plus a vocabulary of more than 2000 words. The perfect book for learning Greek without a teacher although you will need some practice at your local Kafenion to improve your pronunciation. For the adventurous a follow up book on the Greek verbs is available!
Greek Language and People
BBC, paperback, €24.00. Audio CDs (2 no.) separate, €24.00
As well as teaching the skills necessary to communicate in and understand basic Greek, this integrated multi-media course for beginners provides an accessible introduction to the written language, and enables you to read Greek with ease. Language practice is mixed with fascinating insights into contemporary Greece and traditional Greek customs. Whether learning at home or in a class, Greek Language and People can help you to reach the equivalent level of a first qualification, such as GCSE.
Take Off in Greek
Oxford University Press, boxed paperback + audio CDs, €40.00
This course makes learning or brushing up on your Greek quick, easy, and fun. Follow an integrated course including activities and dialogues with native speakers so you can feel confident in day-to-day conversation. Advance from beginner to intermediate level in one integrated book and audio course. This complete language-learning kit contains everything you need to speak, read, write, and understand Greek, and gives you flexibility when learning. The pack includes a clear, easy-to-use coursebook, full mp3 audio to download, and 4 CDs to support you in learning a new language. Flexible and structured course units allow you to work at your own pace and check your progress with regular self-testing exercises.
Rapid Greek, Volume 2
Earworms, Audio CD, €24.00 - See Special Offer for Volume 1
By listening to specially composed melodies together with rythmic repititions of of Greek and English you will pick up over 200 essential words and phrases that will etch themselves in to your long term memory. Volume 1 is a survival kit of essential words whilst volume 2 will have you talking about yourself, past present and future, as well as expressing your opinions. An easy and fun way to learn the basics.
Talk Now Greek: Beginners
Eurotalk, Interactive CD Rom. €40.00
Talk Now uses games and quizzes on your computer to make the learning process fun and relaxing. Special features include speech recording and comparison with native speakers, 'intelligent' software that remembers words you get wrong and targets your weak points, 4 quiz levels, lets you choose the language you learn from (over 100 available). Additonal levels are also available - Talk More (Beginners +) and World Talk (Intermediate). With Talk Now you can also learn languages from Afrikaans to Zulu!