<preface>

The <preface> tag is a front-matter division for an author’s preface or other introductory remarks written from the author’s point of view. In a <book>, it functions much like a chapter in the <frontmatter>.

Unlike an <introduction>, a <preface> is about the origin, purpose, or scope of the work rather than the subject matter itself.

Syntax

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Examples

<preface>
    <title>Preface</title>
    <p>
        This book grew out of lecture notes written for a first course in
        abstract algebra.
    </p>
</preface>

<preface>
    <title>Preface to the Second Edition</title>
    <p>
        New exercises and historical notes were added in response to
        reader feedback.
    </p>
</preface>