Learning Russian is an exciting challenge--even saying "hello" and "goodbye" seems daunting! Whether you"re planning a trip to Russia or adding a valuable second language to your resume, this book is just what you need. Julia Stakhnevich, a native Russian speaker, will help you to: * Recognize and read Cyrillic letters. * Pronounce Russian words like a native. * Ask for directions, order dinner, and conduct business. * Hold your own in a conversation. Inside, you"ll find step-by-step lessons in vocabulary, grammar, and conversation--and the companion CD provides beneficial practice to perfect your accent. With The Everything Learning Russian Book with CD, you"ll see how much fun learning Russian can be!