* Scope: This Wikibook aims to teach the Spanish language from scratch.It will cover all of the major grammar rules, moving slowly and offeringexercises and plenty of examples. It's not all grammar though, as it offersvocabulary and phrases too, appealing to all learners. By the end, youshould be able to read and write Spanish skilfully, though you'll need ahuman to help with listening and speaking.* Purpose: The purpose of this Wikibook is to teach you the Spanishlanguage in an easy and accessible way. By the end, as mentioned, youshould be a proficient reader and writer, though listening and speakingrequire a human tutor.* Audience: Anyone who wishes to learn Spanish, though adult andteenage learners are likely to enjoy it more.* Organisation: This Wikibook requires no prior knowledge of thesubject, and all relevant terms are explained as they are encountered.

Thebook runs chronologically from lesson 1 to lesson 2 to lesson 3 and so onuntil the end.* Narrative: Generally engaging and thorough, with plenty of examplesand exercises to aid learning. Once concepts are introduced, they arerepeated, building a base of vocabulary and grammar that will stay in yourmind.