BASIC ITALIAN: A GRAMMAR AND WORKBOOK Basic Italian: A Grammar and Workbook  comprises an accessible reference grammar and related exercises in a single volume. This workbook presents 23 individual grammar points in lively and realistic contexts. Each unit consists of jargon-free explanations and comparisons with English, targeting the more common difficulties experi- enced by learners of Italian. Grammar points are followed by examples and exercises selected to make use of contemporary Italian. Basic Italian  introduces Italian culture and people through the medium of the language used today, providing readers with the basic tools to express themselves in a wide variety of situations. Features include: Basic Italian  is the ideal reference and practice book for beginners and also for students with some knowledge of the language. Stella Peyronel  is a lecturer at the University of Turin, Italy. She has taught Italian to foreigners for over 20 years and is the author of several Italian grammars.  Ian Higgins  is Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of St Andrews and is co-author of  Thinking Italian Translation . • examples in both Italian and English • grammar tables for easy reference • full exercise answer key • glossary of grammatical terms