Excerpt from A Reading French Grammar: A Short Method of Learning to Read the French Language
No exercises in writing French are given in this grammar, for the Simple reason that it seems to the author best that a student Should, by reading, first learn how others write French before attempting to do it for himself. The time often spent in turning good English into poor French is believed to be worse than wasted, and prevents the rapid acquisition of a reading knowledge of the language. Written exercises in French are of great value and really indispensable, but they properly come later, after acquiring a considerable familiarity with the printed page. And these exercises need not be printed in a separate volume, but may be best taken from the French readers used, the student being trained in turning back into French what he has first translated into English. He thus writes with a correct model of construction constantly before him. This is of far more value than the labori ous construction of doubtful sentences by the aid of grammar and dictionary.
All reference to pronunciation is omitted in this volume, simply because instruction upon this subject, to be of any practical value, must come from the lips of the living teacher, who should be either a native of France or one who has had much personal intercourse with educated French people. This knowledge cannot be imparted satisfactorily by any printed page.
This little work, after many years of experience in teaching French, has been thoroughly tested by the practical work of the class-room, and it is earnestly commended to my fellow-teachers, in the hope that they may find it a practical and easy key to the delightful treasures of French literature.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique approach to learning French, prioritizing the development of reading skills over writing proficiency. The author, recognizing the value of French scientific and literary works, aims to equip readers with the tools to engage with these treasures in the shortest possible time. Drawing on years of teaching experience, the book breaks from traditional grammar structures and focuses on the most essential elements of the language. The author prioritizes the verb, emphasizing its central role in French and presenting the three conjugations in a clear and easily digestible format. By focusing on the regular order of formation from the principal parts, the book allows readers to acquire the fundamental forms of verbs more efficiently and retain them more effectively. This practical approach extends to other grammatical features like articles, nouns, adjectives, and pronouns, with clear explanations and illustrative examples that reinforce understanding. The author advocates for a reading-focused approach, believing that a strong foundation in reading comprehension prepares students to write effectively later on. By focusing on mastering the essential building blocks of the language, the book provides a solid foundation for navigating the rich and complex world of French literature and scholarship. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330116173_0
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