Tricolore Student Book 1 (Tricolore 5th Edition) Paperback – Student Edition, 1 January 2014

Really good book to learn French

Received as expected.

Slightly damaged

I ordered for and received all 4 books in the Tricolore series. The delivery was timely. The contents of the books are comprehensive.However the books did not exactly look 'fresh', as new unused books would. Also, I did not realize that I would have to purchase the accompanying audio pack separately - I had assumed the audio accompaniment would be complimentary since the books themselves weren't cheap. Imagine my shock when I found out the audio pack was whopping expensive - 150 to 200 POUNDS STERLING PER book. Why on earth are they so expensive I wonder? Are the CDs made of gold? To me the audio accompaniment is an essential part of learning French. Unfortunately I can't afford it.I wouldn't recommend this series to anyone unless it becomes more affordable. Go for the CLE -International series folks - pocket friendly and what's more CDs are included in the price.