Conversational Thai in 7 Days: Break the Language Barrier the Quick and Easy Way! (Teach Yourself Books)

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Summary: Ridiculous
Review: Conversational Thai in seven days? Conversational in any language in one week? Some common phrases yes. Vocabulary and niceties in common contexts, yes. Conversational level Thai in 7 days? Absolutely ridiculous.

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Summary: Listen for the pronounciation
Review: This book requires that you spend the first few hours listening to the audio casette to get the feel and the rythm for the language. It is at first difficult to read the romanized words and repeat the sounds accurately but with practise I think I was on the right track. The audio casette does not follow the book in the exact sequence as it is written so at times when you think you are following along comfortably you will be taken to a different phrase or word section that may cause you to put the book down and just listen again. The author claims this is to help keep you from relying on the book. The phrases are useful and there is a small Thai/Engilsh dictionary towards the back. I would prefer a book that was easier to follow along with the audio casette but I can say a few words now and do not feel completely isolated. mai bpin rai.