Introduction to the Croatian and Serbian Language

By Thomas F. Magner

Book Overview

Introduction to the Croatian and Serbian Language provides an introduction to the language traditionally called Serbo-Croatian, although it is also referred to as Serbian or Croatian. There are two main variants of the language: Croatian (Western) and Serbian (Eastern). Unique in its equal treatment of the two principal variants, this book presents the two alphabets used (Latin and Cyrillic), the representation of lexical items specific to each variant, and pronunciation and syntactic differences. A dictionary is also included.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0271015365
• ISBN13: 9780271015361
• Release Date: September 1995
• Publisher: Penn State University Press
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

the best reference and self-study grammar of serbo-croatian

Magner's book is one of several I have used for language instruction and reference in the last months, and I find it more complete and easier to use that any other self-study book in print. A close second is the Routledge book, but Magner's index and dictionary are far superior. The book is good as both a reference and as a beginning textbook. Excercises are given in both the latin and cyrillic variants, and represent the...

Book is BOTH: "Intro to Serbian AND Croatian language"

I'd instruct readers not to get discouraged or confused by certain opinions. The title of the book says "Intro to Croatian AND Serbian..." not Serbo-Croatian language. The author clearly states that these lanuages differ like American English and British English, and treats them like that. The book is excellent starting point for anyone who wants to learn how to speak Serbian or Croatian. It has an excellent pronunciation...

Highly Recommended!

I've searched for a reference text to use to learn Serb/Croat while living here in the Balkans. Once I showed two local friends of mine this text, they both encouraged me to use it to continue my education here. Tonight, I'm purchasing a second copy for yet another expat for her use too!

Outstanding, all-encompassing language guide.

I have studied several languages in the past, and have never been able to rely on a single book for all my needs in that language. This text provides just that. It is a self-explanatory textbook that was a welcome companion as I learned the Serbian and Croatian languages, and is an excellent reference material when I need to review.

The best teaching and learning tool available in B-C-S

I teach Bosnian at FSI (Foreign Service Institute)and I have extensive experience in teaching this language. From what I have seen, currently available, this is the best guide to learning the predominant language of the former Yugoslavia with concise examples of both the eastern and western variant of the language, a good grammar reference, index and lessons tailored to speakers of the English language. I highly recommend...