Pimsleur Quick & Simple Spanish 1 by Pimsleur Language Programs (2002, Unabridged, Compact Disc)

I was always interested in Spanish and have bought several lesson and exercise books for learning spanish in my spare time. I didn't make much progress without a tutor. I found this audio course in the book store and thought I might try an audio lesson instead that could help me with the correct pronounciation and practice some of the words I already learned from lesson books I already have.
I found this spanish audiobook to be very good as it interactive and very practical. It is almost like having a real tutor beside you as you pronounce the words during the lesson. Lessons learned in the previous lesson is repeated in the next lesson but in form of a conversation so there are several opportunities to practice and remind you of words and phrases already learned. I find the lessons most engaging and fun.
Each lesson is for 30 minutes and there are 8 lessons altogether. By the end of the course you would be able to greet others, have basic friendly conversation, shop for items, learn about currency and numbers.
The only drawback I found is that the Quick and Simple edition is the sort of a sample of the actual Pimsleur Comprehensive Course in Spanish Level 1, which comprised 30 lessons. At the end of lesson 8, you will be asked to continue with the Pimsleur comprehensive course which might come as a surprise.

For just $19.95 at retail, it is a great buy if you're on a budget and just want to learn spanish for fun. On the other hand, if you really want to learn spanish seriously, it is better to just buy the Pimsleur Comprehensive Course Level 1 as it will include these 8 half hour lessons in them as well.

I realize it isn't the same level as Rosetta Stone, but I think for the $$$$ it was a terrific purchase for a niece who is just starting to work in an area where "basic spanish" is a necessity. I hope it will help lay the ground work for her. (I personally have not used/listened to programs.)

This is a quick and incredibly easy way to learn Spanish. The CDs are very inexpensive and you just have to sit back and listen and repeat to learn the language. The next thing you know you are speaking Spanish yourself.

I was really impressed by the first lesson and started speaking some spanish immediately. I was just thrilled.
I have completed the first lesson and on to the 2nd.
I would think by the 8th lesson, I will be able to converse in a conversation and understand.
I am very Happy with this audio program and would certainly recommend it.

This is a great way to learn spanish with a busy schedule. Quick and Easy to Follow. I will by purchasing French next.