Examples illustrating the points to be presented precede the general statements of principles, that the pupil may be led from the observation of particular facts to general conclusions. The sentences for study have been selected with great care from the works of our best writers, and, where space would admit, the names of the authors have been given. This method of studying English trains the pupil to look to the usage of the best writers and speakers for the laws of language, and forms in him the habit of thoughtful reading.

The book contains not only sentences for the development of the various topics, but also an abundance of examples for the illustration and application of the points presented. These examples will be found valuable not only in connection with the lessons in which they appear, but with other lessons as well. They can be used for supplementary exercises adapted to the special needs of the class.

The book is divided into four parts. Part First treats of "KINDS OF WORDS-the Parts of Speech"; Part Second, of "CLASSES AND FORMS OF WORDS Subdivision of the Parts of Speech, and Inflection"; Part Third, of "RELATIONS OF WORDS Syntax"; and Part Fourth, of the "STRUCTURE AND ANALYSIS OF SENTENCES."

My thanks are returned to all who have given me the benefit of their suggestions during the preparation of this work. I feel specially indebted to Professor Edward S. Joynes of the University of South Carolina, and to Professor Thomas R. Price of Columbia College, for invaluable criticisms during the progress of the work through the press.

M. F. H.