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Short Stories in Italian for Intermediate Learners

Short Stories in Italian for Intermediate Learners
Short Stories in Italian for Intermediate Learners

Olly Richards

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Synopsis


An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young adult and adult intermediate learners of Italian.

Olly's top-notch language-learning insights are right in line with the best of what we know from neuroscience and cognitive psychology about how to learn effectively. I love his work - and you will too! - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for Numbers

Short Stories in Italian for Intermediate Learners has been written specifically for students from a low-intermediate to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to B1-B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when reading.

What does this book give you?

· Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making reading fun, while you learn a wide range of new vocabulary
· Controlled language at your level to help you progress confidently
· Realistic spoken dialogues to help you learn conversational expressions and improve your speaking ability
· Beautiful illustrations accompanying each story, to set the scene and support your understanding
· Accessible grammar so you learn new structures naturally, in a stress-free way
· Pleasure! Research shows that if you're enjoying reading in a foreign language, you won't experience the usual feelings of frustration - 'It's too hard!' 'I don't understand!'

With intriguing plots that will spark your imagination and keep you reading, Short Stories in Italian will take your grasp of Italian to the next level with key features to support and consolidate your progress, including:

· A glossary for bolded words in each text
· A bilingual word list
· Full plot summary
· Comprehension questions after each chapter.

As a result, you will be able to focus on enjoying reading, delighting in your improved range of vocabulary and grasp of the language all without ever feeling overwhelmed. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in Italian for Intermediate Learners uses reading as the perfect tool to not only delight in learning Italian, but to accelerate your journey towards fluency.

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Summary

Chapter 1: L'incontro (The Meeting)

* Summary: A young woman named Giulia meets a charming stranger named Marco in a coffee shop. They talk and connect over their shared love of books and travel.
* Example: "Giulia sorrise e si presentò. 'Piacere, io sono Giulia.' 'Piacere,' rispose lui. 'Mi chiamo Marco.' Si misero a parlare e scoprirono di avere molti interessi in comune."

Chapter 2: La gita fuori città (The Outing)

* Summary: Giulia and Marco decide to go on a day trip to the countryside. They explore a charming village, admire the scenery, and have a romantic picnic by the river.
* Example: "Decisero di fare una gita fuori città. Guidarono per un'ora e poi arrivarono in un paesino incantevole. Esplorarono le sue stradine, ammirarono il panorama e fecero un romantico picnic vicino al fiume."

Chapter 3: Il segreto (The Secret)

* Summary: During a walk in the forest, Giulia accidentally overhears Marco confessing a secret to himself. She's curious and torn between respecting his privacy and wanting to know more.
* Example: "Mentre camminavano nella foresta, Giulia sentì per caso Marco che confessava un segreto a se stesso. Era incuriosita e indecisa se rispettare la sua privacy o voler sapere di più."

Chapter 4: La cena (The Dinner)

* Summary: Giulia and Marco have a dinner date at a cozy restaurant. They discuss their dreams, fears, and the challenges they've faced.
* Example: "Andarono a cena in un ristorante accogliente. Parlarono dei loro sogni, delle loro paure e delle sfide che avevano dovuto affrontare. Il tempo volò e quando uscirono dal ristorante, erano ancora più legati di prima."

Chapter 5: La decisione (The Decision)

* Summary: Giulia and Marco realize that they have fallen in love. Giulia initially hesitates due to Marco's secret, but he convinces her that he can trust her and that she will always be a part of his life.
* Example: "Capirono che si erano innamorati. Giulia inizialmente esitò a causa del segreto di Marco, ma lui la convinse che poteva fidarsi di lei e che sarebbe sempre stata una parte della sua vita. Decisero di affrontare insieme il futuro, qualunque cosa accadesse."