A collection of repertoire books of enjoyable, interesting, and stimulating material for use in the early stages of learning. The pieces in Book 2 are of around grades 2-3 standard and are in chronological order, with brief notes placing them in history. Piano accompaniments are all straightforward and relatively easy. The well-spaced and clear text is fully up to OUP's usual excellent standard of printing. An enjoyable and stimulating set of books, and what makes them exceptionally interesting and useful are the fascinating notes above each piece.