Beautifully designed, this is the latest in a popular series of books with a new audio component, which makes it even more useful... Ideal for the casual learner who may be intimdated by the idea of learning a new language, especially since the phonetic pronunciation system is so simple. I would also recommend it as a great value 'add-on' for beginner students who find it difficult to practice on their own. -- Marta Calheiros, Spanish teacher, Barcelona, Spain.