This simple yet complete introduction to calligraphy is perfect for slightly older students or adults. There is very little written instruction, but guidelines are given for different strokes and letters and pages are devoted to practice. The majority of the pages feature seven lines, with a different letter or symbol at the left hand side of each line and the rest of the line blank for you to practice. The author advises tracing the original mark and getting a feel for the strokes before moving on to your own. Similar letters are practiced together so you can easily pick up on the correct strokes before moving on. The first part of the book focuses on italics, and then you progress to italic calligraphy. After learning all of the individual letters, students move on to practicing words and sentences. Additional tips and helpful information is given in the last several pages of the book. 72 pgs. - Melissa