iv   PREFACE

of the language for three years in the high school, or for two in the college. Possibly teachers will welcome a book of this type that can be used in almost any class in Spanish, for since no exercises are given (though illustrations of rules are plentiful), the principles of grammar stand out clearly, and it is possible to find almost instantly the information sought.

To Mr. Manuel J. Andrade, of the DeWitt Clinton High School, New York City, the author extends here his sincere thanks for help generously given in proof reading, and for valuable suggestions offered.

To Miss Abina M. Hart, of the Morris High School, his gratitude is expressed for efficient aid in reading proof.

LAWRENCE A. WILKINS.

NEW YORK CITY. September 1922.

CONTENTS

[ For detailed indications of matters treated see the Index. ] PAGE

I. THE ALPHABET    

IL PRONUNCIATION