Ebook: Lao Basic Course. Volume 2

— Washington: Foreign Service Institute, 1971. - 378 p.This second volume on Lao is designed as the continuation of the introductory material presented in volume one. The objectives are to produce greater proficiency in the use of Lao and, at the same time, to provide a general introduction to Laotian culture. The course is divided into six modules concerning various aspects of culture: physical environment, social setting, artistic expression, economy, political setting, and national security, Each module is a self-contained unit with an introduction to the material in English, a series of selections in Lao relating to the module, and relevant charts, pictures, and diagrams. Selected Lao newspaper articles are included along with a bibliography and glossary. (VM)