Since it was first published, French in Action: A Beginning Course in Language and Culture -- The Capretz Method has been widely recognized in the field as a model for video-based foreign-language instructional materials. This groundbreaking, critically acclaimed approach to French language learning effectively combines video, audio, and text to help students use real, unsimplified French in the dynamic context of actual communication. Designed to be used in conjunction with the celebrated PBS video series (available from the Annenberg/CPB Project), the print and audio materials, which form the complete program, include textbooks, an instructor's guide, workbooks, an extensive audio program, study guides, and a testing program. This second edition textbook is now available in two separate volumes -- parts 1 and 2 -- each covering 26 lessons of instruction. Major funding for French in Action was provided by the Annenberg/CPB Project.

One of the things that holds many people back from exploring countries is the fear they won't be able to express themselves because they don't speak the language. Don't limit your travelling to English-speaking countries - get out and explore the world, safe in the knowledge that you know a little of the country's native language. Get Around in French has everything you need to know to order food, find a place to stay, handle an emergency and even understand what others say to you. Not only that, you'll find handy travel and cultural information and full-colour photos that demonstrate the beauty of France.

This dictionary includes more than 20,000 of the most frequently used French words. You’ll find more than simple definitions: Phrases, sentences, and idiomatic expressions show how words are used in everyday French conversation. More than 1,000 of the most essential words are highlighted to make them easy to find.

The Living Language® French Dictionary has been revised and updated to reflect modern usage and features new entries related to business, technology, and the media.

This dictionary is included along with a coursebook in the complete Living Language® French Complete Course, available in cassette and compact disc editions.