This classic textbook on English grammar was first published in 1857 and quickly became a standard work in the field. The author, Samuel Stillman Greene, was a prominent educator and linguist of his time, and his book represents a comprehensive and well-organized approach to the study of grammar. The book includes chapters on sentence construction, parts of speech, and syntax, as well as exercises and quizzes to reinforce the student's learning. A valuable resource for students and teachers alike, First Lessons in Grammar remains an essential work in the history of English language education. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.