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| Breaking Out of Beginner's Spanish | 
| Author: Joseph J. Keenan
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  101 reviews
Sales Rank: 8816
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 229
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 6 x 0.6
ISBN: 029274322X
Dewey Decimal Number: 468.2421
EAN: 9780292743229
ASIN: 029274322X
Publication Date: 1994
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Going Beyond Classroom Spanish June 3, 2007
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
In a change of pace from most foreign language instructional texts, this book was written not by an academic but by a native English speaker who at the time of publication had lived and worked in Mexico for 10 years and whose wife (I am guessing from the acknowledgments) is Mexican. This is a "Been there, done that, don't make the same mistakes as I did" kind of book.
The book is written in a straightforward, conversational style that is often as amusing as it is educational. The book will help you in your quest for fluency (but of course, you won't become fluent from reading the book any more than you could learn to ride a bicycle from reading about it).
Perhaps I can save you some time in reading the reviews by summing them up. Almost everyone loves this book. Most people wish the book had an index (and you will too). Most like the fact that the book has a chapter on vulgarities (if only to know what to avoid saying) while a handful flinch at seeing the topic broached in the book. Everyone agrees that this is no stuffy textbook.
This book will suit a wide range of learners, from those just beyond beginner Spanish to those who are nearly fluent. As you progress in learning the language, you will continue to find things of value in the book.
OK, so the book is great, you could learn a lot, but is it right for you? It is if you know the basics of the language and want to learn to speak more colloquially. If you need to know how to conjugate verbs, then you're still a beginnner, not ready to break out. If you're looking for a book to help you pass the next quiz in your Spanish class, this is probably not for you. But if you are ready to converse with native Spanish speakers, this could be your passport to travel out of the classroom and into the real world.
Excellent but Even Better with Behind the Wheel Spanish April 9, 2007
4 out of 8 found this review helpful
You'll be surprised at how small Breaking Out of Beginner's Spanish actually is when you receive it.
Despite its compact size, it packs on heck of a linguistic whallop when it comes to providing you with just the right information on the Spanish language at the right time. A true bargain for the money.
One note. In order to really learn to speak Spanish, you really need more than just a Spanish reference book.
I have experienced great results with 'Behind the Wheel Spanish' 8 CDs and text. Fabulous and works well with Breaking Out of Beginner's Spanish.
The explanations you've been looking for January 12, 2007
I only wish Joseph keenan would expand this book to cover the dictionary. He explains some of the most important and most used nuances of the language that have been glossed over by all the classes and books I've read. His English wit and colorful writing style will keep you smiling as you read. PLUS, you can actually sit down and casually read this book front to back without getting bored or brain dead. An excellent supplement to your Spanish studies
GET THIS BOOK! November 16, 2006
5 out of 7 found this review helpful
As a spanish major I read all spanish books; some good alot really, really bad. This book does not disappoint. If you only have money to buy one book BUY THIS ONE! (This book is not for beginners.)
Great advanced beginner's book that delivers on its promise! October 21, 2006
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
This is a wonderful concise book for taking your ability to speak Spanish to a higher level quickly. This upward movement is usually painful and requires a tremendous amount of work. However, this book gives you what you need to know in a relatively painless manner.
You will about many common mistakes that non-native speakers make and correct them by following the well-organized, short lessons presented in the text. Specifically, you will overcome the bad habits that are holding you back and replace them with new ones that will boost you to the next level.
I own many Spanish books, software, audio tapes and CDs. This text is one of my top "must have" choices for moving forward quickly and enjoying the ride along the way!
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