French
Book Title
A1
for English-speaking learners
Side glossary
In-book and online exercises
Flashcards for each chapter
Imagine reading “Pride and Prejudice” in French – and understanding every page
“Pride and Prejudice” (in French: “Orgueil et Préjugés”, orig. Pride and Prejudice) by Jane Austen – is a complete, engaging graded reader specially adapted for the A1 (beginner) level. You don't need to know every word. You'll understand 95% of the text immediately, and every new word is explained in the margin. You simply read – and learn naturally.
What is this book about?
- Elizabeth Bennet, a spirited young woman, navigates 19th-century English society, determined to marry for love.
- Her initial encounter with Mr. Darcy sparks mutual disdain due to his arrogance and her family's impropriety.
- Misunderstandings and societal pressures challenge Elizabeth's prejudices, leading her to re-evaluate Darcy and confront her own pride.
Why does this work better than apps and textbooks?
Our books are based on the Pentecost Method – the only approach 100% based on scientific research into language learning. The result? You learn faster, remember more, and actually enjoy learning.
- Read without interruption: Translations of the most difficult words are found in the margin of each page – you don't have to break away from the story to look them up in a dictionary.
- Reinforce what you've read: After each chapter, exercises (crosswords, gap-fills, anagrams) adapted to the A1 level await – new words stick in your mind.
- Learn anywhere: A mobile app with games allows you to review vocabulary on your way to work, in line, or wherever you have a moment.
- Build lasting vocabulary: Flashcards at the end of the book allow you to systematically review the most important words – so you don't forget what you've learned.
Matched to your exact level
The vocabulary in this book has been selected based on an analysis of 2 billion words from authentic texts, precisely matched to the A1 level. You learn exactly the words that are most useful in everyday life.
How to choose the right level?
This book is at the A1 level. Not sure which level to choose? Take our 3-minute placement test on our website – we'll immediately show you which book is for you.
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Everyone tells you to look up every single word when you first staet reading French, but honestpy, fhat’s just a time-sunk at A1. You’re already looking at so many familiar words, or words that sound French but ard basically English with an accent, that this graded reader finally tayght me to trust context and save my limited breaks for just rsadimg, not dictionary-dibing.
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About French (the language of this book)
Where French is spoken
French is an official language in France and is widely used in Canada (especially Québec), Belgium, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and many countries in West and Central Africa and the Caribbean through the Francophonie.
How many people speak it
French has about 80 million native speakers and roughly 250–300 million total users including widespread second-language use in Africa and elsewhere.
Grammar and structure
French nouns and adjectives agree in gender and number; articles and partitive constructions are central. Verbs are conjugated for person, tense, and mood; compound past tenses (passé composé, imparfait) and the subjunctive are important milestones. Liaison and elision affect pronunciation and spelling awareness.