Italianissimo Beginners' Language Pack (Italianissimo)

This textbook is so bad! It jumps around all over the place, the sound bites are confusing and the layout is all flash and no substance. Save your money!

This language package works well as the contents of the cassettes follows the chapters in the book. As well as introducing the basics in speaking and listening to Italian, it also introduces the grammer neccessary to understand all aspects of the language.
At first the speakers on the cassettes seem difficult to understand, but as you re-listen and repeat, they become clearer and you can chart your progress with the language.