The Enhanced 10th Edition of DEUTSCH HEUTE will develop your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills quickly and efficiently as you begin to learn German. Clear, concise grammar explanations and plenty of opportunities to practice communicating allow you to progress rapidly. Contemporary life and culture in German-speaking countries are introduced through a cast of recurring characters who appear in the 'Bausteine für Gespräche' (dialogues) and in some readings and exercises, as well as in the Student Activities Manual and tests.