About the book: 2014 / The book is a collection of modern French jokes, adapted (without simplifying the original text) according to the method of Ilya Frank. The text contains many common phrases and colloquialisms of modern French. The uniqueness of the method lies in the fact that memorization of words and expressions occurs due to their repetition, without memorization and the need to use a dictionary. The manual promotes effective language acquisition and can serve as an addition to the curriculum. Intended for a wide range of learners of French at an initial stage. The book is intended for an adult reader.