I completely agree with Erickson's review. I have just finished two semesters using this book. I can't say enough bad things about it. If you get suckered into a course that uses this book I recommend that you immediately go out and buy/use the following:1. Shaum's Italian Grammar2. 501 Italian Verbs3. Italian Verbs and Essentials of Grammar4. English Grammar for Students of ItalianAnyone that gives this Oggi in Italia a good review must be on the payroll of the publisher/author.