Book excerpt: This examination coursebook provides systematic and enjoyable preparation for all five papers of the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English examination. It is motivating and fully up-to-date, incorporating recent changes to the Proficiency examination. Progress to Proficiency New Edition is a radical revision of the original, based on feedback from users around the world. Progress to Proficiency New Edition provides: - completely new sections dealing with grammar review and advanced grammar - vocabulary development - varied input and exercises on difficult' areas such as idioms and phrasal verbs - exam-style practice and annotated exercises - informative exam tips - a wealth of varied reading passages accompanied by a wide range of tasks to develop reading skills and appreciation - systematic training in writing skills - thorough preparation for the listening paper with many revised and new recordings, including authentic interviews - opportunities for discussion and new sections devoted to the examination interview - a comprehensive index The Teacher's Book contains teaching notes, background information, answer keys, transcripts of the recordings and ideas for further discussion.