a statement about the book by someone other than the author or editor
a statement from someone other than the author about the book
prelude to the true text, usually written by someone other than the author.
An introduction to a book, usually written by someone other than the author of the book.
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A blurb that is placed between the covers of the book to compensate for an unmarketable author.
An introduction to or commentary on the book written by someone other than the author. It is usually placed just before the preface.
An introductory note in a book. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)- Documents, typically available on a subject-specific website, that list frequently asked questions and their answers about the service, agency, product, or topic.
An introductory piece written by the author or by an expert in the given field ( see: introduction). A foreword by a celebrity or well-respected authority is a strong selling point for a prospective author or, after publication, for the book itself.
Introductory remarks to the book written by someone other than the author.