The book "Elements of the General Method Based on the Principles of Herbart" by Charles A. McMurry is a long-awaited publication for teachers and educators who seek to deepen their understanding of teaching methodology. The author systematically examines the basic principles of Herbart, a famous German pedagogue of the 19th century, and develops them in the context of modern education. The book examines in detail such aspects of the general method as lesson planning, organization of learning, education of student individuality and stimulation of cognitive activity. The book contains numerous examples of the practical application of Herbart's principles in the lessons of any discipline. "Elements of the general method based on the principles of Herbart" will be a useful reference for teachers who are interested in modern trends in pedagogy and seek to improve the quality of their work.