The New Penguin Russian Course by Nicholas J. Brown is a comprehensive language course designed for beginners. Published by Penguin Publishing Group in 1996, this 514-page textbook provides a complete guide to learning Russian. With a focus on foreign language study, this course covers the fundamentals of the Russian language in an easy-to-understand format. Written in English, this UK-B Format Paperback book is an essential resource for those looking to embark on a journey to fluency in Russian. NOTE : Half of the back cover of the book is torn.