Those who want a primer in the grammar of the Hawaiian language will find this little book the best available resource. Its introduction to the structure and idiosyncrasies of the language offers an opportunity to study the genuine, uncorrupted idiom as spoken by older Hawaiians of a century ago. The author employs the standard terms and divisions of European grammars, with clear explanations and numerous examples, making the book a convenient reference for fledgling speakers as well as students of comparative linguistics.