While translations are useful, there are occasions when one must read the text in the original. For those who need to read German, Ziefle’s book will make their task easier. There is no grammar discussed, only three sections of exercises. The first is selections from the Bible, the second from German theologians starting with Luther, and the third a modern German biography. English translations of less common German words are provided on the page opposite the text. Each section contains questions to test the reader’s comprehension. An answer key is included with the book, so that this can truly be a self study guide.