What is an introduction?

What is an introduction?

Definition

An introduction is a section or page in the front matter of a publication that includes pertinent, explanatory remarks to help the audience understand the main text.

Also known as:

preface

Context for this page:

Concept module: introduction
In overview module: Glossary (Literacy): I
In modular book: Glossary of literacy terms
In document collection: Reference materials
In bookshelf: Literacy

This page is an extract from the LinguaLinks Library, Version 4.0, published on CD-ROM by SIL International, 1999. [Ordering information.]

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