Penguin Handbooks Series The New Penguin Russian Course is designed to provide students with an excellent command of basic Russian. Ideal as a self-tutor or as a supplement for those attending language classes, it aims to take the reader to the equivalent of A-level standard. The emphasis is on acquiring vocabulary, experiencing conversational language and learning useful grammar. The New Penguin Russian Course contains: A key 10 all exercises; English translations of all the Russian texts; A vocabulary of over 1, 500 words; Common expressions and full explanations of essential grammar points; Revision exercises at five-lesson intervals; A glossary of grammatical terms. With thirty lessons to take you to proficiency, The New Penguin Russian Course is an accessible and indispensable companion to gaining a practical knowledge of Russian.