An Introductory German Reader (1895)

An Introductory German Reader is a book written by William Dwight Whitney and first published in 1895. The book is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the German language for beginners. It contains a variety of texts, including stories, poems, and dialogues, which are presented in German with English translations. The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different aspect of the German language. Part one focuses on the basics of German grammar and vocabulary, including articles, nouns, pronouns, adjectives, and verbs. Part two introduces more complex grammatical structures, such as the subjunctive mood and the passive voice. Part three contains longer and more challenging texts, which are designed to help students improve their reading and comprehension skills.Throughout the book, Whitney provides extensive notes and explanations to help students understand the grammar and vocabulary of the German language. He also includes exercises and questions at the end of each section to help students practice what they have learned.Overall, An Introductory German Reader is a comprehensive and practical guide to learning German for beginners. It is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn the language, whether for personal or professional reasons.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.