Forty programmes designed to give listeners with no previous knowledge of the language a thorough grounding in basic Italian, through the medium of simple conversation and readings.

The lessons presented by Luisa Rapaccini, based on her book Parlo Italiano, a textbook for beginners
Assisted by Ariella Reggio and Andrea Tacchi
Devised and produced by Elsie Ferguson
A Listen and Learn series

An essential adjunct to the lessons, a special eighty-two-page pamphlet containing the readings, points of grammar and syntax, and vocabulary, can be obtained, price 4s., through newsagents or book-sellers, or direct by sending a crossed postal order for 4s. to BBC Publications (Italian), [address removed]

An Italian pronunciation record has also been prepared, to provide listeners to this course with a permanent aid to the correct pronunciation of the language. It can also be obtained from BBC Publications at the above address, price 3s. fid. plus 9d. for inland postage and packing.

Twelve programmes offering advice and information to parents and all who are concerned in advising school-leavcis taking G.C.E. and similar courses.
6: What Does It Lead To?
It can be worrying when children have to drop some subjects and specialise in others, especially when it is not clear what use the chosen subjects are.
Brian Groombridge seeks the advice of A. D. C. PETERSON
Director, Institute of Education, University of Oxford and H. DAVIES
Headmaster, High Pavement School. Nottingham
A Listen and Learn series
A list of publications and organisations that give information and advice about careers and further education can he obtained by sending a stamped addressed envelope to Starting a Career, [address removed].

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