A Short Course of Polish Language. Grammar, Dialogues, Dictionary, Phrasebook

This book aims to assist English-speaking individuals in their journey of learning Polish, specifically at beginner and intermediate stages, by offering a concise overview of the most vital grammatical elements of the language. The complexity of Polish grammar presents a unique challenge for learners due to its extensive inflection and relatively flexible word order, making it a delight for poets but often a hurdle for students. One particular difficulty lies in the absence of articles and the recognition of noun gender by their endings, which poses a challenge given the multitude of endings and numerous exceptions to grammatical rules, casting doubt on the consistency of these rules.The book is divided into two sections: "A Guide to Polish Grammar," which outlines the grammatical framework, and "English-Polish Dictionary and Phrasebook," which includes phrases, snippets, dialogues, declensions, and conjugations. This section serves double duty as both a dictionary and a textbook, helping learners articulate thoughts in Polish when they cannot do so independently. To aid in everyday communication with Polish speakers, key entries, dialogues, and phrases include phonetic transcriptions for easier pronunciation.