<p>Learning Russian is an exciting challenge--even saying "hello" and "goodbye" seems daunting! Whether you're planning a trip to Russia or adding a valuable second language to your resume, this book is just what you need. Julia Stakhnevich, a native Russian speaker, will help you to:<ul> <li>Recognize and read Cyrillic letters.</li> <li>Pronounce Russian words like a native.</li> <li>Ask for directions, order dinner, and conduct business.</li> <li>Hold your own in a conversation.</li></ul> Inside, you'll find step-by-step lessons in vocabulary, grammar, and conversation--and the companion CD provides beneficial practice to perfect your accent. With <i>The Everything Learning Russian Book with CD</i>, you'll see how much fun learning Russian can be!</p>