""Japanese As It Is Spoken; A Beginner's Grammar"" by Joseph W. Ballantine is a comprehensive guide to learning the Japanese language. This book is specifically designed for beginners who are looking to learn the basics of Japanese grammar and vocabulary. The book covers everything from the Japanese writing system to basic sentence structure and verb conjugation. The author provides clear and concise explanations of each grammar point, along with numerous examples to help readers understand how to use the language in context. The book also includes exercises and quizzes to test the reader's understanding of the material covered. One of the unique features of this book is its focus on spoken Japanese. The author emphasizes the importance of learning how to speak the language in addition to reading and writing. As such, the book includes a section on common phrases and expressions used in everyday conversation. Overall, ""Japanese As It Is Spoken; A Beginner's Grammar"" is an excellent resource for anyone looking to learn Japanese. Its clear explanations, numerous examples, and focus on spoken language make it an ideal choice for beginners.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.