College Lafayette's First French Book: Or The Treasure Of The French Conversation is a book written by Gabriel Alba-Raymond and originally published in 1885. The book is designed to be a beginner's guide to the French language, focusing on conversation and practical usage rather than grammar and syntax. It is intended for use in schools and colleges, particularly in the United States.The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains a series of dialogues between two or more people, covering a range of everyday situations such as introductions, shopping, and travel. Each dialogue is accompanied by a vocabulary list and notes on pronunciation and grammar. The second part of the book contains exercises and drills to help students practice their French skills.Throughout the book, Alba-Raymond emphasizes the importance of speaking and listening in language learning, and encourages students to practice their conversation skills as much as possible. He also includes cultural notes and historical information about France and the French language, providing context for students as they learn.Overall, College Lafayette's First French Book is a comprehensive and practical guide to learning French, designed specifically for beginners. Its emphasis on conversation and practical usage makes it a useful resource for anyone looking to improve their French language skills.Containing 1500 Nouns, Carefully Chosen For The Need Of Conversation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
