Lisons; a level 1 French reader, Valette, Jean Paul

$8

Hardcover is in good condition besides some fading and wear along edges. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This vintage French reader by Jean Paul Valette, a renowned language educator, offers a unique window into mid-20th century foreign language teaching methods. Published when second language learning was gaining traction in American schools, this work aimed to immerse students in authentic French literature and culture through curated readings and exercises. For collectors and enthusiasts, well-preserved copies like this one hold historical significance as artifacts of educational practices and cultural exchange during a pivotal era in language pedagogy.

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Hardcover is in good condition besides some fading and wear along edges. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This vintage copy of “Lisons; a level 1 French reader” by Jean Paul Valette offers a unique glimpse into the world of French language learning in the mid-20th century. Published in the era when foreign language education was gaining prominence in American schools, this reader was likely used by countless students embarking on their journey to fluency. Valette, a renowned French professor and author, crafted this work to immerse learners in authentic French literature and culture through carefully curated readings and exercises. Beyond its pedagogical value, this book represents a time capsule of language teaching methods, reflecting the evolving approaches to second language acquisition. For collectors, well-preserved copies like this one hold historical significance as artifacts of educational practices and cultural exchange. Readers with an interest in French literature or language learning history will appreciate the opportunity to engage with a classic instructional text that has stood the test of time.

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Weight 10 lbs
Dimensions 23.11 × 15.49 × 1.27 in
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Hardcover is in good condition besides some fading and wear along edges. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.