Author Description

"This book offers a clear and comprehensive guide to everyday conversational Norwegian for readers with no previous experience of the language. Norwegian has two accepted languages, Landsmål and Riksmål, which are spoken in different areas. This book concentrates on Riksmål, the language of the capital and the most populous part of the country. Pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary are fully covered, and the text includes numerous examples to introduce the reader to the life and culture of Norway."--Back cover