{"product_id":"book-vw3j","title":"Italian","description":"\u003cb\u003eA simple foreign phrase book? \u003ci\u003eChe pizza! Speak the World: Italian\u003c\/i\u003e teaches you the language and so much more. Margherita Berti, the talented linguist behind the wildly popular Italian Matters (5M+ followers!), shares her love for the language, culture, and history of Italy. \u003ci\u003eIn bocca al lupo!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the beauty and charm of the Italian language through 200 fascinating, fun, and essential Italian words and phrases, each revealing the vibrant culture, history, and lifestyle of Italy.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWhether you’re planning an Italian getaway, reconnecting with your heritage, or simply enchanted by the romance of the language, this book offers a delightful way to immerse yourself in Italian expressions and traditions. You don’t need to be fluent to fall in love with Italian’s melodic rhythm and rich meanings.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOn each page, you’ll uncover Italian words and phrases that are practical, poetic, and uniquely Italian, such as:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLa dolce vita\u003c\/i\u003e (the sweet life)—an ode to Italy’s love for savoring life’s pleasures.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSaluti col bacio\u003c\/i\u003e (greetings with a kiss)—reflecting the affectionate, social nature of Italian culture.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eA tavola\u003c\/i\u003e (to the table)—capturing the importance of shared meals and family.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eVivere alla giornata\u003c\/i\u003e (living day by day)—embracing the Italian philosophy of spontaneity and taking each day as it comes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eGrazie mille \u003c\/i\u003e(a thousand thanks)—embodying the heart of Italian politeness and gratitude.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEach entry includes the pronunciation, English translation, and the part of speech, alongside anecdotes and insights into how these words and phrases connect to Italy’s age-old traditions, daily life, and timeless values. You’ll also find tips to integrate a little Italian flair into your own speech.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWhether you’re savoring a cappuccino or dreaming of gondola rides, this book will help you experience \u003ci\u003ela magia della lingua italiana\u003c\/i\u003e (the magic of the Italian language). Start your Italian adventure today!","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster Audio","offers":[{"title":"Audio CD","offer_id":66532447879472,"sku":"10vw3j","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Audiobook [BD]","offer_id":66532447912240,"sku":"BDvw3j","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/vw3j-Square-cover.jpg?v=1776265475","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-vw3j","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}