Read and Think Russian
Culmen International proudly presents Dr. Basil Bessonoff's Russian language and culture textbook series.
Read and Think Russian is an intermediate level textbook series primarily targeted at improving students’ reading comprehension skills in the Russian language, but teaches all modalities (speaking, reading, writing and listening) according to the ACTFL scale. The textbooks are designed to bridge the gap between language teaching methodologies used in Russian and English-speaking countries, thus facilitating the preparation for study and work abroad. It is suited for use in higher-level undergraduate courses, graduate courses, and continuing education in Eurasian studies. Each book contains authentic, contemporary reading segments full of practical knowledge. Every chapter includes helpful graphics as well as concise vocabulary to assist the student in determining the main ideas, while also presenting grammatical reminders, translation exercises, and questions to facilitate topical discussions. Excerpts from each book can be found below.
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Book I Politics and Governance: Five chapters covering the topics of Russia and its international relations, politics, economics, and military.
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Book II Social Life and Culture: Four chapters focused on Russian Social Life, Crime and Terrorism, Religion, and Culture.
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Book III Nuclear Security: Four chapters concentrated on nuclear terminology, arms control, safeguards and protection of nuclear materials, and nuclear weapons in the 21st century.



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