What does the course consist of? Using French takes you beyond everyday conversation and introduces you to the subtleties of the language so that you feel totally at ease with it. In other words, instead of just learning French, you will be using it. The method contains: a selection of texts taken not only from practical contexts but also from the media, economics, politics and literature, a substantial body of practical and specialised vocabulary, the idiomatic phrases and expressions that are vital to understanding the subtleties of the language, advanced grammar points, systematic revision to consolidate what you have Iearned, a unique, witty style that makes learning fun. The Mp3 CD provides : the option of listening to the lessons and exercises continuously or lesson by Iesson, 1 596 studio-quality mp3 recordings, simultaneous text display (depending on mp3 player)