An Introduction to Persian Complete Course (9 CD’s ONLY)

This set of 8 audio CDs serves as the essential audio companion to Wheeler M. Thackston’s acclaimed textbook An Introduction to Persian (3rd Edition), providing immersive listening practice to master pronunciation, grammar, and conversational skills in modern Persian (Farsi). Designed for elementary-level learners, the recordings feature clear, native-speaker audio of all textbook dialogues, vocabulary, drills, and exercises, allowing users to hear and mimic authentic Persian speech patterns, intonation, and rhythm.Key features include:Pronunciation Focus: Detailed guidance on Persian phonetics, including tricky sounds like the guttural “gh” and aspirated consonants, with slow and normal-speed repetitions.Lesson-by-Lesson Breakdown: Covers the textbook’s 20+ progressive lessons, building from basic greetings and alphabet to complex sentences, idioms, and cultural references. Each track aligns directly with chapter exercises for easy cross-referencing.Grammar and Syntax Drills: Audio reinforcement for key structures, such as verb conjugations, case endings, and word order, with call-and-response formats to practice active recall.Cultural Integration: Introduces Persian proverbs, historical anecdotes, and everyday idioms through contextual dialogues, enhancing cultural understanding alongside language acquisition.Colloquial and Classical Elements: Includes segments on differences between formal literary Persian, classical usage (e.g., for poetry or texts), and spoken colloquial variants, making it versatile for academic or travel purposes.