: Rather than isolated memorization, grammar and vocabulary are presented as tools for communication, reinforcing the student's ability to express thoughts on the featured chapter themes.
: Several reviewers mention the program can be quite expensive compared to other textbooks, leading many to recommend purchasing it secondhand. Quick Facts Current Edition 3rd Edition (published by Wiley / Vista Higher Learning) Authors Francesca Italiano and Irene Marchegiani Format Available as Hardcover, Paperback, and Wiley E-Text Page Count Approximately 464–528 pages Crescendo!: An Intermediate Italian Program
: Some users have noted that the text can feel more advanced than standard "intermediate" levels, specifically citing that chapter explanations are sometimes in English while the exercises quickly become complex. : Rather than isolated memorization, grammar and vocabulary
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