Spanish Language Resources: Books

A beginning Spanish reader that uses elementary vocabulary and keeps verb tenses to a minimum. Section 1 readings tell the story of two high school students in the United States. Section 2 readings provide a brief overview of the history of Mexico. Section 3 contains an adaptation of Lazarillo de Tormes, a well-known work of Spanish literature.

Perfect for beginning students of Spanish, this affordable anthology is filled with 41 delightful stories and proverbs based on works of Don Juan Manuel, Luis Taboada, Ricardo Palma, and other noted writers. Complete and faithful English translations are featured on the facing pages of the Spanish text. Exercises are also included.

Geared toward advanced beginners, this dual-language volume offers students the convenient, accessible format of English translations on pages facing the matching Spanish text. Selections from poetry, plays, and stories include works by Gabriela Mistral, Pedro Caldeon de la Barca, Lope de Vega, Simon Bolivar, Francisco de Quevedo, and other prominent Spanish-language writers.

In Stories from Mexico/Historias de Mexico, we've placed the Spanish and English stories side by side--lado a lado--so you can practice and improve your reading skills in your new language while enjoying the support of your native tongue. This way, you'll avoid the inconvenience of constantly having to look up unfamiliar words and expressions in a dictionary. Read as much as you can understand, and then look to the facing page for help if necessary. As you read, you can check your comprehension by comparing the two versions of the story. You'll also find a bilingual vocabulary list at the end of the book, so you'll have a handy reference for new words.