This language pack is designed to give the user a working knowledge of Portuguese within three months. Essential grammar is explained in a practical manner in the book, and there are short exercises and conversational drills to put it into context. On the cassettes there is an expanded pronunciation guide, with sentences and word lists, dialogues and selected passages from the text. The tapes carry no extra tuitional material, but some exercises have been specially adapted for oral work. The book is also available separately.