: While the book mentions accompanying recordings, many modern users find them nearly impossible to obtain in an easy format (like MP3), though some "free" versions of the old Cortina course audio may be found online at FSI-Languages . Summary Verdict
: For those who learn well through repetition, Amazon reviewers describe the book as a "cornucopia of study material," filled with variations, drills, and repetitive exercises to reinforce learning. Conversational Russian In 20 Lessons
Reviewers generally recommend this book as a rather than a standalone course. It is best suited for learners who want deep-dive grammar drills and can tolerate old-school printing for a low price. : While the book mentions accompanying recordings, many
