A foreword is a brief INTRODUCTION to a book or other written work, typically written by someone other than the author. It is usually placed at the beginning of the work and serves to provide context for the content that follows. EXORDIUM (8 letters) is a term used to describe the opening of a speech or written work, often used to introduce the main topic. PRELUDE (7 letters) is a short piece of music that serves as an INTRODUCTION to a larger work. INTRODUCTION (12 letters) is the first part of a book or other written work, which introduces the subject matter and provides background information. PROEM (5 letters) is a short poem or prose piece that serves as an INTRODUCTION to a longer work. PROLOGUE (8 letters) is a narrative at the beginning of a literary work that serves to introduce characters and themes. INTRO (5 letters) is a shortened form of INTRODUCTION, typically used to refer to the INTRODUCTION of a song or other musical work. PREFACE (7 letters) is an INTRODUCTION to a book or other written work, typically written by the author. PREAMBLE (8 letters) is an introductory statement in a document that explains the purpose of the document.