This is a highly effective learning tool that teaches Hangeul first and follows the modern teaching preference of eschewing romanization. It includes the expressions necessary both for traveling and for everyday life in Korea. Each Korean expression comes complete with a guide to pronunciation, a literal translation, and a natural English equivalent. At the end of each chapter, the most useful vocabulary items related to that chapter s theme are introduced. Plus, throughout the book you could find brief explanations about Korean culture and etiquette