This is the most accessible and carefully paced Russian course on the market. It is aimed at beginners with little or no previous knowledge of the language who want to understand, speak, and read Russian confidently. Along with the book, readers have access to an interactive website full of videos, audio, and self-correcting exercises. The wealth of material on the website provides an invaluable, enriching experience for learners. Features: Useful and relevant lessons cover everyday situations related to family, jobs, introductions, eating and drinking, the Internet, and much more; Offers a gradual introduction to the language, Cyrillic alphabet, and grammar with thorough explanations and instructions; Interactive website features correct pronunciation by native speakers and helps learners start speaking Russian right away; Written by the authors of the highly regarded intermediate text, V Puti.