Italian demystified

"Beginning with everyday Italian expressions and a review of basic pronunciation, [this book] covers key grammar fundamentals such as common verb tenses, nouns, pronouns, and gender. Step-by-step, you'll build your Italian vocabulary with essential words and phrases and quickly master the language. And with a test at the end of every chapter, you can check your progress on the way to mastery in speaking, writing, and understanding Italian." -- cover.