101 Conversations in Simple Russian  (English, Paperback, Richards Olly)

Real Russian people don't speak like your textbook... so it's no wonder you feel unprepared when it's your turn to speak! Try the StoryLearning method, and dive into a real-world, gripping drama between six characters that helps you learn authentic spoken Russian in the process. Created by Olly Richards, internationally-renowned language teacher and author, this proven method of the immersive experience not only entertains, it gives you the skills to master realistic encounters in shops, cafes, and other, everyday scenarios! In this story, two friends, Alyssa and Natasha, arrive in Moscow for what they think will be a relaxing vacation exploring the city. Things, however, take an unexpected turn when they discover some very valuable paintings in one of Moscow's antique markets . . .Whether you're learning Russian to travel or even just to speak to your local Russian-speaking community, you'll learn to speak naturally wherever you go.Best of all, you'll be able to handle new scenarios with both ease and confidence!Here's what you'll get:- 101 Russian conversations with over 15,000 words of dialogue - an unparalleled resource that will immerse you in Russian at a level you can easily understand and reproduce.- Expressions that real people use on the street. You'll sound more authentic when you speak and make Russian-speaking friends more easily.- Situational Russian dialogues that help you thrive in typical daily circumstances, so meeting people and making everyday arrangements will become second nature.- Conversations that are carefully written to be accessible for beginners (A2-B1 on the CEFR), so you can speak confidently, even with strangers.- Each conversation is limited to around 15 lines of dialogue (150 words) to help you master the expressions more quickly, and keep you moving toward the finish line.- Word lists with English definitions in every chapter, so you can skip the dictionary and focus on reading and enjoying the stories (eBook & paperback only).Unlock the simple genius of "101 Conversations in Simple Russian" that makes learning Russian a breeze. You'll improve your spoken Russian, impress native speakers, and catapult your fluency to new heights!