Jacqueline Vansant Knihy

Considers over sixty Hollywood films set in Austria, examining the film industry, the influence of domestic factors on images of a foreign country, and the persistence of clichés.

This versatile and colorful program for introductory German courses motivates students through its outstanding integration and use of authentic materials to illustrate vocabulary in context, communicative functions of grammatical structures, and cultural points. A fully revised text-specific website (www.mhhe.com/dnk5) offers a wide variety of interactive activities, language practice and cultural activities. The ample activities and exercises, the easy-to-follow chapter structure, and the wonderful array of multimedia supplements make Na klar! a favorite among students and instructors.